Patents by Inventor Vincent P. Austin

Vincent P. Austin 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).

  • Boat keel stabilizer system for trolling
    Patent number: 5819678
    Abstract: This invention relates to a fold-able panel as keel stabilizer for small boats of up to 20 feet in length approximately during trolling speeds of up to ten miles per hour approximately, such that the same motor can be used for trolling as well as higher speed point to point travel. More particularly it relates to adding a fold-able panel along the side of the boat closer to the transom. The panel when opened or unfolded extends below the bottom of the boat and provides stabilization during trolling. The fulcrum of the panels is generally above the water-line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1998
    Inventor: Vincent P. Austin
  • Eating plate having a hole for a beverage container with slots for utensils
    Patent number: 5170908
    Abstract: An eating plate with: a hole to receive a beverage container with a flange; a handle; slots to receive a fork, knife and spoon; and a hole to receive a napkin. A beverage container with a flange to fit into the hole in this eating plate. A knife, a fork, and a spoon to fit into the slots in this eating plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 1991
    Date of Patent: December 15, 1992
    Inventor: Vincent P. Austin
  • Partitioned food and beverage plate
    Patent number: D360110
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1995
    Inventor: Vincent P. Austin