Patents by Inventor Robert C. Bowers

Robert C. Bowers 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).

  • Publication number: 20100089106
    Abstract: The invention relates to a secure slide bolt device, and can be utilized in a number of different structures and on different structures access points. More specifically the invention relates to a slide bolt having a locking mechanism integral with and part of the slide bolt. The invention is designed specifically so that the locking mechanism locks into the slide bolt, rather than being a separate and distinct mechanical lock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2008
    Publication date: April 15, 2010
    Inventor: Robert C. Bowers, II
  • Patent number: 5953856
    Abstract: An apparatus for mounting to the three-point hitch of a tractor. The apparatus includes a frame, a fuel source, an elongated boom having two sections which are pivotably connected together at their ends, a burner head, and a fan for directing air through the outer section of the boom to the burner head. The apparatus is useful for burning ditches, etc. The boom can be rotated relative to a vertical mounting shaft on the frame, and it can also be raised or lowered as desired. The pivotable boom is able to reach out to either side of the tractor, and it can be folded for transport or storage. The boom can be folded so as to reach up and over ditch banks, fences, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 21, 1999
    Inventors: Paul Baiamonte, Robert C. Bowers
  • Patent number: 4248345
    Abstract: A protective cap for protecting the magnetic tape of a tape cassette from damage and exposure to dust while the tape cassette is not in operation. A plastic strip covers the apertures of the engaging wall of the tape cassette and is held in position by prongs integral therewith. The prongs project into the apertures. The plastic strip can be removed by gripping it at one end at which it extends beyond the end of the wall and by pulling it away from the tape cassette.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 3, 1981
    Inventor: Robert C. Bowers