Patents by Inventor Victor K. Foust

Victor K. Foust 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: 5429286
    Abstract: An apparatus for securing a cart to the bed of a vehicle such as a truck or trailer consists of a first clamping apparatus having a top and a bottom. The top is formed into a "U" shape while the bottom is formed into an "L" shape. The bottom has an opening through which a bolt is inserted which passes into the bed of the truck to secure the first clamping apparatus to the truck. The Cart has an axle which is attached to a pair of wheels. The first clamping apparatus "U" shaped end is adapted to mate with the cart axil. A second clamping apparatus is attached to the bed of the vehicle. The second clamping apparatus has a central locking portion and has a handle attached to the locking portion. An end portion is likewise attached to the end portion so that when the handle is lifted, for example, the clamp will be unlocked and the end portion will be lifted. When the handle is lowered, the end portion will also be lowered with the clamp in a locking position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 4, 1995
    Inventor: Victor K. Foust