Patents by Inventor Tadd McCarley

Tadd McCarley 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).

  • Cushion convertible to a poncho
    Patent number: 6275993
    Abstract: A cushion (20) includes a flexible body (28) and a zipper (42). The flexible body (28) is formed from a moisture repellent shell (30) and a lining (32) that can be folded and retained by closure of the zipper (42) to form the cushion (20). A handle (23) is attached to the cushion (20) for easy conveyance. The flexible body (28) also includes an opening (88) releasably sealable by a zipper (90) and a hood (96) stowed in a pocket (92). When the flexible body (28) is unfolded, the cushion is convertible to a poncho configuration (26) by placing the head of the individual (100) through the opening (88). In addition, the hood (96) may be removed from the pocket (92) and worn by the individual.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2001
    Inventor: Tadd McCarley