Patents by Inventor Terry R. Van Winkle

Terry R. Van Winkle 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).

  • Electronic device retention case
    Patent number: 6206187
    Abstract: A rotational toggle clip assembly disposed on a retention platform allows one portion of an electronic device such as a handheld computer to be inserted into a platform sleeve, also disposed on the retention platform, when the toggle clip is in a substantially open position. Opposite portions of the electronic device are secured to the platform via the case sleeve and the toggle clip following rotation of the toggle clip to its closed position. Rotation of the toggle clip to its closed position is accompanied by an audible click generated by the toggle clip assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Assignee: Sara Lee Corporation
    Inventor: Terry R. Van Winkle