Patents by Inventor Thomas H. Minor

Thomas H. Minor 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).

  • Drum latch assembly
    Patent number: 4583442
    Abstract: A tunable quick release mechanism for securing at least one drum head to a drum shell in an aesthetically pleasing manner. The mechanism may be used with a drum having either one drum head or two drum heads. An anchor affixed to the drum shell is connected to grip by means of lever. A pivoting lug fitted within retaining grooves formed within the grip is connected to means to clamp the drum head to the drum shell. Spring means may be used to secure the pivoting lug within the retaining grooves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 22, 1986
    Assignee: Remo, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas H. Minor