Patents by Inventor Vernon Harrell

Vernon Harrell 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).

  • Bicycle passenger carrier
    Patent number: 6406046
    Abstract: A passenger carrier for a bicycle is mounted behind the bicycle seat to the bicycle frame. The preferred passenger carrier includes in the preferred form a pair of vertical C-shaped footrests for convenience and comfort by passengers of different heights. A passenger seat and backrest can also be attached to the passenger carrier and a storage compartment is also available beneath the passenger seat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2002
    Inventor: Vernon Harrell
  • Bicycle standing-passenger carrier
    Patent number: 5810229
    Abstract: The invention pertains to a device which is mounted over the rear wheel of a bicycle which allows for a second rider. The device is generally an inverted u-shape fork which straddles the rear wheel. Foot rests extend outwardly from the wheel and are covered with anti-slip sleeves. A handle over the rear wheel provides a place for the second rider to hold onto while the bike is in operation. The device is attached to the bicycle with u-bolt assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1998
    Inventor: Vernon Harrell
  • Display folder
    Patent number: D631507
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2011
    Inventor: Vernon Harrell
  • Bicycle carrier
    Patent number: D1018433
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Inventor: Vernon Harrell