Patents by Inventor Tory M. Cross

Tory M. Cross 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).

  • Self Stabilizing Backpack
    Publication number: 20090127301
    Abstract: A backpack with a self stabilizing shoulder strap system is disclosed. The backpack includes two shoulder straps, an intermediate member, and a bag. The bag is configured to pivot about a first connector associated with the intermediate member. The shoulder straps are configured to pivot about connectors associated with the intermediate member. The configuration of the shoulder strap system allows for the bag to remain substantially vertical during motions as the shoulders are raised and lowered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2007
    Publication date: May 21, 2009
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul J. Fidrych, Tory M. Cross, Christopher M. Helmsworth