Patents by Inventor Steven J. Barke

Steven J. Barke 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: 7473836
    Abstract: A practice aid device for musicians, especially percussionists, arranged to help develop and perfect a proper drumstick gripping technique, wherein a spacer is used to maintain the space that is formed between the thumb and forefinger when correct gripping technique is being employed. With the spacer in place, the percussionist will be able to memorize the position and feel of the drumstick in the fingers while also preventing the drumstick from slipping. The device may be accompanied by a drum rudiment chart presenting multiple drum practice exercises.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2009
    Inventor: Steven J. Barke