Patents by Inventor Tramale Chatman

Tramale Chatman 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).

  • Patent number: 6997115
    Abstract: A compact, hinged, foldably deployable table utilizes a main square or rectangular member which pivotally supports a pair opposing side members from a position flatly adjacent the main member to a position at a right angle from the main member. An overlying top frame section folds from a position parallel to the main member and adjacent the side members, to a position at a right angle with respect to the main member. Locking members in the top frame positively engage and stabilize the side members. An overlying top which fits exactly within the upper frame is carried by the frame and provides sturdy support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2006
    Inventors: Joshua C. Lockwood, Tramale Chatman
  • Publication number: 20050061212
    Abstract: A compact, hinged, foldably deployable table utilizes a main square or rectangular member which pivotally supports a pair opposing side members from a position flatly adjacent the main member to a position at a right angle from the main member. An overlying top frame section folds from a position parallel to the main member and adjacent the side members, to a position at a right angle with respect to the main member. Locking members in the top frame positively engage and stabilize the side members. An overlying top which fits exactly within the upper frame is carried by the frame and provides sturdy support. The structural members are preferably made from eighteen gauge steel or better and the main support elements of each of the main, side and top frame sections is formed of a square tubular shape, typically 0.625 inches square, externally.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2003
    Publication date: March 24, 2005
    Inventors: Joshua Lockwood, Tramale Chatman