Patents by Inventor Richard S. Roberts

Richard S. Roberts has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Device for attaching a fluid carrying hose to a receptacle drain
    Patent number: 4109939
    Abstract: A device for fixing a fluid carrying hose to the drain of a sink receptacle. Principally applied to attaching a household washing machine waste water escape hose directly to the drain of a typical sink, thus preventing a fluid surge from dislodging the hose from the sink and causing subsequent damage. The device comprises a cuplike frame having a central pipe portion; means for attaching a fluid carrying hose to the central pipe portion; and means for removably attaching the frame to the walls of a sink drain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 1976
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1978
    Inventor: Richard S. Roberts