Patents by Inventor Timothy D. Shellnutt

Timothy D. Shellnutt 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).

  • Publication number: 20080184538
    Abstract: A zip tie is disclosed that has a substantial longitudinal rigidity enabling pushing through fabrics. Associated with this tie is a catch with integral, tapered and rigid barbs. The tie strip has teeth that are tapered and essentially rigid, unlike other tie strips with mere bumps or rounded strips acting as teeth to engage flexing engaging catches. This zip anchor is intended for one time use. Though the catch may be forced off the tie for removal the catch barbs are deformed and unable to be used to anchor thereafter. This zip tie combination is most useful in attaching, anchoring members to fabric of web gear or clothing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2007
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Inventor: Timothy D. Shellnutt
  • Patent number: 5860216
    Abstract: A folding saw accessory comprising an elongated body portion, a longitudinal passageway extending into the body portion from one end thereof for receiving the handle of a folding saw therein, the passageway including a cutout formed in one longitudinal side of the body portion and forming a supporting portion, a securing bolt passing through the body portion and through the handle of a saw for retaining the saw in the passageway, a strap for encircling the body portion and the handle of a saw for securing the saw in the passageway, and an axial threaded passageway extending into the other end of the body portion for receiving an extension pole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 19, 1999
    Inventor: Timothy D. Shellnutt