Patents by Inventor Tommy R. Thompson

Tommy R. Thompson 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).

  • Apparatus for aligning trailer hitch
    Patent number: 7883102
    Abstract: A fixture designed to hasten and ease aligning a trailer, in particular a gooseneck trailer, to a receiver ball situated on a vehicle by using a drop rod to signal the driver when the optimum hitching point is reached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Inventors: John E. Seely, Tommy R. Thompson
  • Gooseneck quickie
    Patent number: 7506887
    Abstract: A device to hasten the process of attaching a trailer, primarily a gooseneck variety, to a towing vehicle. The invention temporarily snaps on the towing ball of the vehicle and, when contacted with the trailer tongue, is activated and partially lowered. This action is observed by the vehicle driver and indicates a quick and sure position for attachment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2009
    Inventors: John E. Seely, Tommy R. Thompson
  • Quick stepper
    Patent number: 7455307
    Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide access to some outside portions of a vehicle that is difficult to reach. The solution provided consist of two steps temporarily attached to a vehicle tire and supported with webbing material and pressure activated hangers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Inventors: John E. Seely, Tommy R. Thompson