Patents by Inventor Thomas G. Tupper

Thomas G. Tupper 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: 5599261
    Abstract: The present invention provides an exercise device for exercising at least two groups of muscles. The device includes a first subframe supporting body support members including a foot rest and seat. A second subframe is operably coupled to the first subframe by a joint having two axes of rotation and internal stops for controlling the rotation about both axes. A back rest is carried by the second subframe. The back rest is movable in generally opposite directions to exercise the two groups of muscles. Elastomeric resistance elements are selectively and operably coupled across the joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1995
    Date of Patent: February 4, 1997
    Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.
    Inventors: James B. Easley, Thomas G. Tupper
  • Patent number: D358436
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 16, 1995
    Inventors: Gary D. Piaget, Trace O. Gordon, James B. Easley, Adolf H. Friedebach, Thomas G. Tupper
  • Patent number: D378387
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 11, 1997
    Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.
    Inventors: James B. Easley, Thomas G. Tupper
  • Patent number: D381713
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1997
    Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.
    Inventors: James B. Easley, Thomas G. Tupper
  • Patent number: D381714
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1997
    Assignee: Fitness Master, Inc.
    Inventors: James B. Easley, Thomas G. Tupper