Patents by Inventor Robert E. Eastman, II

Robert E. Eastman, II 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: 20140062775
    Abstract: A tracking and mapping system for outdoor use includes a first GPS locator located either at a base station or on a hunting accessory such as an arrow. The system also includes a second GPS locator for identifying a user's location, and an electronic display unit for communicating with a global positioning satellite and displaying a map showing icons representing locations of the first and second GPS locators. The second OPS locator may be embedded in the electronic display unit, which may be a mobile wireless handheld device, a tablet or other portable computer having wireless connectivity. The electronic display unit maps the present location of each of the GPS locators in relation to a direction such as north, south, east or west. Optionally, separate GPS locators may be placed at a base station and in an arrow. A method of using the tracking and mapping system is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Applicant: EASTMAN OUTDOORS, INC.
    Inventors: John Fereghetti, Robert E. Eastman, II
  • Publication number: 20120306688
    Abstract: A tracking and mapping system for outdoor use includes a first GPS locator located either at a base station or on a hunting accessory such as an arrow. The system also includes a second GPS locator for identifying a user's location, and an electronic display unit for communicating with a global positioning satellite and displaying a map showing icons representing locations of the first and second GPS locators. The second GPS locator may be embedded in the electronic display unit, which may be a mobile wireless handheld device, a tablet or other portable computer having wireless connectivity. The electronic display unit maps the present location of each of the GPS locators in relation to a direction such as north, south, east or west. Optionally, separate GPS locators may be placed at a base station and in an arrow. A method of using the tracking and mapping system is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2011
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventors: John Fereghetti, Robert E. Eastman, II
  • Patent number: 4557243
    Abstract: A game tracking device for use in combination with a bow and arrow comprises a tracking line, a canister and a mounting bracket. The canister is mounted to the bow by means of the mounting bracket which is configured to mount the canister at a point laterally removed from the bow. The tracking line is center wound and stored within the canister and is secured at a free end thereof, to an arrow. In this manner, when the arrow is launched, the tracking line is paid out of the canister to track the position of the arrow. An arrow is disclosed herein which is adapted to receive securely the free end of the tracking line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 1979
    Date of Patent: December 10, 1985
    Inventors: Robert E. Eastman, II, Dale W. Gray
  • Patent number: D257619
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 1979
    Date of Patent: December 9, 1980
    Inventors: Robert E. Eastman, II, Dale W. Gray