Patents by Inventor Thomas J. Reid, Jr.

Thomas J. Reid, Jr. 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).

  • Roller skate
    Patent number: 4272091
    Abstract: The roller skate is designed for outdoor skating with balancing control being attained by a pair of center wheels, a front wheel and a rear wheel. Center wheels are on opposite sides of an imaginary center line while the front and rear wheels are aligned with each other along said imaginary line. All wheels are of the same size. A discrete shock absorber is provided for each of the front and rear wheels with a common shock absorber being provided for the center wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1979
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1981
    Inventor: Thomas J. Reid, Jr.
  • Wheeled sled
    Patent number: 4098519
    Abstract: A wheeled sled is provided with crossed steering bars pivoted to each of the rear axle brace, front axle brace and steering handle. The steering bars pivot the axle braces in opposite directions as the steering handle is moved to minimize the turning circle. Longitudinally extending coil springs bias the steering handle to a neutral position. Handle grip brakes are provided on the steering handle for braking the front wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1977
    Date of Patent: July 4, 1978
    Inventor: Thomas J. Reid, Jr.