Patents by Inventor Thomas Splnelli

Thomas Splnelli 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).

  • Devices and methods for slowing descent
    Publication number: 20090139797
    Abstract: A method for decelerating a person during a descent. The method comprising: extending an elongated member from a first elevated point to a second point below the first point in the direction of gravity; movably attaching a person to the elongated member; and converting a kinetic energy of the person into potential energy to thereby decelerate the person.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2007
    Publication date: June 4, 2009
    Inventors: Jahangir S. Rastegar, Thomas Splnelli