Patents by Inventor Thomas M. Gattis

Thomas M. Gattis 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).

  • Modular support structure for a control room work station
    Patent number: 5293720
    Abstract: A modular support structure for a control room work station is disclosed which is capable of being used to support top surfaces of different shapes. The support structure includes a plurality of adjustable posts wherein each post comprises two elongated rectangular post flanges, each having a top edge for supporting the top surface, a bottom edge, an elongated outer edge and an elongated articulating edge opposing said outer edge, and hinge means for articulating said two rectangular post flanges with each other along said articulating edges. The hinged posts permit the attachment of panels at a variety of angles to accommodate the shape of the top surface. Also provided is a control room work station having the modular support structure of the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 15, 1994
    Assignee: The Human Factor, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard M. Brice, Thomas M. Gattis, Kent R. Brewer, Arthur G. Howard