Patents by Inventor Rodney D. Murrell

Rodney D. Murrell 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).

  • BAIT CAGE
    Publication number: 20080236020
    Abstract: A bait cage device and method for sustaining bait during fishing operations is provided. A capsulate shaped structure has an opening for inserting the bait. At least one vent on the capsulate shaped structure provides fluid communication between the exterior and interior of the bait cage. A lid is hingedly disposed on the capsulate shaped structure to cover the opening. At least one anchor point is disposed on the capsulate shaped structure, operable to receive a line. At least one anchor point is disposed on the capsulate shaped structure, operable to receive a hook. The lid further has a clasp, the clasp releasably mated with the capsulate shaped structure to close the opening. The clasp releases the lid into an open position upon application of pressure to radial diametrically opposed sides of the exterior of the capsulate shaped structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Publication date: October 2, 2008
    Inventor: Rodney D. Murrell
  • Fishing lure and bait cage
    Patent number: D514660
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Inventor: Rodney D. Murrell