Whip Patents (Class 231/2.1)
  • Patent number: 11274032
    Abstract: Disclosed is a telescopic-type horsewhip with a positionable and adjustable length, including a hollow whip rod grip section, a hollow whip rod extension section, and hollow whip rod sections. One end of the hollow whip rod extension section is arranged in the hollow whip rod grip section, and the other end of the hollow whip rod extension section is connected with the hollow whip rod section. A whip popper, a whip flap, a whip lash, a whip lash connector or a detachable whip drop lash fixing set is provided at an end of the hollow whip rod section. The hollow whip rod extension section and the hollow whip rod grip section are connected by a locking bolt. The hollow whip rod grip section, equipped with a tail cover on its other end, is provided with a non-slip handle at one end near the tail cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2022
    Assignee: Zhenjiang Angel Equestrian Products Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Ping Sima
  • Patent number: 11140018
    Abstract: In accordance with at least one embodiment, a method, apparatus, and communication system provide intra-symbol multi-dimensional modulation (ISMM). A modulator can be provided modulate data according to ISMM for transmission.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2021
    Assignee: QuantumSine Acquisitions Inc.
    Inventors: Arthur E. Lee, Francis Onochie, Sina Rafati, Jeffrey Stuart Koonce, Wei Ming Lim, Michael Tembeck, Jan C. Brandberg, Caroline Brandberg
  • Patent number: 10247510
    Abstract: The composite whip described herein relates to the fields of self-defense and personal protection tools. The present invention is compact, concealable, and easy to use. The present invention allows a user to strike quickly, repeatedly, and from a distance to repel would be attackers. The tensioning mechanism of the present invention allows the user to increase or decrease the flexibility of the striking portion of the tool based on the user's preferences. The present invention can be carried in a multitude of discreet locations, and is a non-lethal defensive option. The present invention could be utilized in other fields such as law enforcement, or military, where carrying hand-held, non-lethal, self-defense tools are necessary.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Inventor: James D. Duford
  • Publication number: 20130043300
    Abstract: A riding crop for controlling a horse by striking its flank or hindquarters includes a slender, elongated shaft with a handle at its proximal end and a popper at its distal end. To ensure that the popper is normally the first part of the riding crop that strikes the horse, the popper has a thicker or larger cross-sectional dimension than the mid-length portion of the shaft that supports the popper. The popper can have a relatively resilient or pliable characteristic with respect to the more rigid shaft. When the pliable popper contacts the horse prior to any other portion of the riding crop, it deforms to soften or cushion the impact from the riding crop reducing the chance of injury or harm to the horse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Inventor: Ramon Dominguez
  • Patent number: 8210130
    Abstract: A device designed to prod livestock is intended to create an audible sound to aid in the controlled movement of animals. The device takes the form of a long pole comprising an upper end provided with a comfortable handle and a wrist strap and a lower end provided with a whistle. To use, the user would hold the device by the handle in one hand and whip it in a fast, circular motion, causing the whistle to make a sound. When done near an animal, the sound will cause the animal to move away, thus allowing the user to control the movement of the animal. The device is suitable for use by farmers, ranchers, auctioneers, herdsmen, or anyone who loads or moves livestock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2012
    Inventors: Hadley Bloomquist, Christine Bloomquist
  • Patent number: 8074870
    Abstract: An animal herding device has an elongate tubular body portion adapted to avoid kinking thereof, a hand gripping member at one end and a noise making member at the other end. The body portion may be internally reinforced with a rope or like means. The body portion may also be optionally fitted with padding for specified uses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Inventor: Robert A. Izyk
  • Patent number: 7828200
    Abstract: An ergonomically designed timing module is integrated with an equine training whip, normally carried by the equestrian, especially for those needing to improve riding skills in point-to-point timed events such as cross country, stadium jumping, racing, barrel racing. This combination provides for safe operation and convenient viewing while in the saddle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Inventor: Robin Parow
  • Patent number: 7721944
    Abstract: A whip comprising a shaft having a first and second end, the shaft being arranged to provide a handle at the first end and a flapper located at the second end. The shaft comprises at least one planar fin located at the second end of the shaft, the fin being at least partially sheathed with the flapper.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2010
    Inventor: Robert Patton
  • Publication number: 20080230593
    Abstract: An ergonomically designed timing module integrated with an equine training whip, normally carried by the equestrian, especially for those needing to improve riding skills in point-to-point timed events such as cross country, stadium jumping, racing, barrel racing, etc is disclosed. This combination provides for safe operation and convenient viewing while in the saddle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2008
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventor: Robin Parow
  • Patent number: 7387232
    Abstract: An improved riding crop that allows a horseback rider to retain the crop on her hand without needing to tightly grip the crop includes a rod having opposite ends, a clapper fixed at one or both ends of the rod, a grip fixed to the rod or slidably retained on the rod, and an elastic cord extending from opposite ends of the grip and through an adjustable cord lock. Other preferred embodiments include a clapper fixed at each of the opposite ends of the rod, and a grip slidably retained on the rod between a clapper at one end of the rod and a stop located between the opposite end of the rod and the midpoint of the rod, which allow a rider to use either end of the crop for cueing the horse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventor: Randall C. Wotring
  • Publication number: 20070284427
    Abstract: A whip comprising a shaft having a first and second end, the shaft being arranged to provide a handle at the first end and a flapper located at the second end. The shaft comprises at least one planar fin located at the second end of the shaft, the fin being at least partially sheathed with the flapper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2007
    Publication date: December 13, 2007
    Inventor: Robert Patton
  • Publication number: 20070181660
    Abstract: An animal herding device has an elongate tubular body portion adapted to avoid kinking thereof, a hand gripping member at one end and a noise making member at the other end. The body portion may be internally reinforced with a rope or like means. The body portion may also be optionally fitted with padding for specified uses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2007
    Publication date: August 9, 2007
    Inventor: Robert A. Izyk
  • Patent number: 6827215
    Abstract: Disclosed is a container system that is adapted to be accessed by horse mounted users. The container system finds particular application in storing equestrian implements, such as riding crops. The container is mounted at an elevated height upon a fence and additionally includes rounded forward faces. Thus, the container is easy to access by riders and presents less of a danger to the horse and its rider. Furthermore, the container is advantageously formed from a weather resistant plastic material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2004
    Inventor: Barry L. Lane