Patents by Inventor Robert L. Trent

Robert L. Trent 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).

  • Apparatus for manufacturing musician's reed assemblies
    Patent number: 4669515
    Abstract: A profiling apparatus for manufacturing musicians' reed assemblies to individual preference includes a rotating drum, to which is attached reed cane material, and a profiling blade for shaping the reed along with a supporting base and sides. The blade is attached to a rolling blade support member and is adjustable for cutting angle and depth. In a preferred embodiment the drum is translucent and illuminated from the interior to aid the operator in profiling the reed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1986
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1987
    Inventor: Robert L. Trent