Patents by Inventor Thomas J. Wiedmeyer

Thomas J. Wiedmeyer 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: 6048146
    Abstract: An adjustable length strap tie down apparatus is provided including a sleeve having at least one bore formed therein and a first hook mounted thereon. Also included is a rectangular strip slidably situated within the sleeve and including a second hook mounted thereon. At least one spring biased locking button is provided for entering the bore to preclude movement between the sleeve and the strip. Further, a plurality of teeth are formed on the strip. Also included is a ratchet assembly mounted on the sleeve for retracting the strip within the sleeve upon the reciprocation thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Inventor: Thomas J. Wiedmeyer