Patents by Inventor Rodney D. Harmon

Rodney D. Harmon 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).

  • Patent number: 4804156
    Abstract: The invention relates to circular aircraft and in particular to circular aircraft having an impeller for providing horizontal and vertical thrust. Internal frameworks are provided for defining an outer circumference of convexo-convex shape, an impeller housing, a control, passenger and cargo section and an appendage bracket. Controls are provided on the aircraft for directional control and control of counter-rotation. Electrical power sources are provided to drive the impeller, as well as an alternate power supply in the form of an internal combustion engine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 14, 1989
    Inventor: Rodney D. Harmon