Patents by Inventor Timothy J. Carrico

Timothy J. Carrico 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).

  • Vertically operable hitch
    Patent number: 6726237
    Abstract: A vertically operable hitch includes a horizontal support member with the forward end journaled in the receiver of a tow vehicle. An upright post on the support member has a carrier operably mounted thereon for selective vertical movement along the post. A hitch ball is mounted on the carrier for selective connection to the tongue of a towed trailer to thereby selectively raise and lower the hitch ball.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2004
    Inventor: Timothy J. Carrico