Laterally Spaced Wheels Patents (Class 280/47.24)
  • Patent number: 8167322
    Abstract: A portable hand cart particularly suited for carrying a welding system is provided. The cart includes a bottom platform carried by a rectangular bottom frame; a back frame extending upward from the bottom frame and including an angled handle; a top platform carried by a rectangular top frame that is somewhat narrower than the bottom frame; a front frame extending upward from the front sides of the bottom frame; two front wheels; two back pneumatic wheels; a lower tank frame extending rearward from the back bottom frame and supporting a tank platform; and an upper tank cradle extending rearward from the back of the top frame. The cart is stable and balanced both in a shop and in the field when loaded with a welding system and with or without a compressed gas cylinder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Inventor: Terry Greene
  • Publication number: 20120098218
    Abstract: A brake paddle hand truck comprising a hand truck with a frame with a handle at the top and wheels at the bottom, and a braking device comprising an actuator, a brake paddle, and a connector operatively attaching the actuator and brake. The actuator and brake are each pivotally mounted to the side rails of the frame via mounting brackets. The actuator includes a lever to increase the force applied by a user. Preferably two independently rotatable brake paddles, having a lever member and a brake member are provided, and the lever members are connected to the actuator via an upside-down Y-shaped connector. When the actuator is raised, the connector transfers the upward force to brake lever members, which are also raised, causing the brake members to be lowered into contact with the wheels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2010
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Inventors: Andrew P. Richard, Brian D. Spicer
  • Patent number: 8152178
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a shopping bag with a detachable wheel chassis, comprising a bag body having bag handles and a receiving portion disposed on its bottom, and a two-wheel chassis detachably configured to bear and hold the bag body thereon. The chassis is made of a piece of resilient metal wire and has a configuration having a downwardly extended supporting portion, two oppositely and inwardly inserting portions adapted to be received in the receiving portion of the bag body, and two end portions on which the two wheels are rotatably mounted. The shopping bag of the invention is convenient to use, low in cost, simple in structure, and also finds a wide range of applications. The invention also provides a two-wheel chassis detachably configured to bear and hold an article having a relatively flat bottom and a receiving portion on the flat bottom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Inventors: Wai Lun Alan Sun, Bit Shing Victor Sun
  • Publication number: 20120074665
    Abstract: The handcart has various embodiments, each embodiment having a pair of larger wheels at the back of the load-carrying platform and a rear axle located above the plane of at least the forward portion of the platform. Smaller caster wheels are mounted on arms extending forward and outward from the forward corners of the platform. The outward ends of the arms are displaced upwardly to place the platform bottom only very slightly higher than the bottoms of the forward casters, thus increasing stability by lowering the center of gravity of the cart and contents, and facilitating loading and unloading of the cart due to the very low platform. The cart need not be tilted rearward to lift the platform from the floor, but may be pushed over the underlying surface with the load-carrying platform remaining level and with all four wheels rolling over the underlying surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventor: FRANK SALVUCCI, JR.
  • Patent number: 8141887
    Abstract: A tubular frame has leading and trailing sections. The leading section has a leading end with parallel rearwardly extending legs. The trailing section has a trailing end with parallel forwardly extending legs receiving the rearwardly extending legs. An axle has central and end sections with wheels rotatably mounted on the end sections. A riser plate has a lower edge pivotably coupled to the axle. The riser plate has an upper edge with a concave curve. The riser plate is pivotably coupled to the frame. A handle assembly has a tubular grip with parallel downwardly extending arms. The handle assembly also has parallel upwardly extending arms receiving the downwardly extending arms. The upwardly extending arms are pivotably coupled to the axle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Inventor: Donald L. Poteat
  • Patent number: 8128106
    Abstract: An outboard motor carrier comprises a frame, a motor support structure to which an outboard motor may be attached, and upper and lower wheels. The lower wheels are rotatably attached to a lower region of the frame so as to support the carrier when it is tilted from an upright standing position. The upper wheels are rotatably attached to an upper region of the frame so as to facilitate loading the carrier onto a bed of a vehicle and to support the carrier when in a reclined position. The motor support structure is attached to a mid region of the frame and may comprise a transverse mounting board. The lower region of the frame may operate as a stand when the carrier is an upright standing position. The carrier is configured to hold an attached outboard motor in a semi-upright position when it is in its reclined position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Inventors: Bryant C. Hollins, Pierre Dion
  • Patent number: 8128105
    Abstract: A wheel assembly for providing wheeled transport to a compaction tool having a foot structure. The wheel assembly comprises an axle support member comprising at least one attachment means for attaching the axle support member to a top surface of the foot structure. The assembly further comprises an axle removably attached to the axle support member and having first and second opposite ends. A first wheel is mounted on the first end of the axle and a second wheel is mounted on the second end of the axle. The axle support member is fitted on a pair of pre-existing nut-bolt fasteners on the top surface of the foot structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Assignee: 3980367 Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Denis Filiatrault, Sylvain Theroux
  • Patent number: 8109477
    Abstract: A bag holding apparatus for supporting one or more bags that are used for the purpose of depositing and storing leaves or other lawn debris. The apparatus includes a base platform upon which a full bag rests; at least two wheels interconnected by an axle shaft and for supporting the base platform; an upright main frame mounted from the base platform and disposed over the wheels; and sidewall members also supported over the base platform and defining with the main frame an open compartment for receiving the bag therein. Each of the sidewall members has a lower section thereof positioned to leave a space between the sidewall member and an edge of the bag and an upper section extending inwardly of the compartment. A clip member is secured at the upper section of each sidewall member for holding an edge of the bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Inventor: Jordan Blasbalg
  • Publication number: 20120025482
    Abstract: An improved braking system for a hand cart is disclosed. The braking system has a split axle which is rotatably connected to the cart frame. Braking components are affixed to each of the split axle sections. An actuator is connected to a caliper system, which caliper system is used to push the braking components together to lock the split axle into a single axle for braking or controlling the cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: Gene Wyse, Randy Wyse
  • Patent number: 8100416
    Abstract: A utility push cart comprising an elongated frame extending vertically behind a power lawn tool, where the power lawn tool rests against the elongated frame, a top bar attached to a top portion of the elongated frame and protruding horizontally from the elongated frame, a wheel connected to a bottom end of the elongated frame, an upper cage fastened below the top bar against the elongated frame, where the upper cage straps around a motor of the power lawn tool, a lower cage fastened below the upper cage along the elongated frame, where the lower cage straps a tube from the power lawn tool against the elongated frame, and a carrying means behind the elongated frame to support a mulch bag connected to the power lawn tool wherein the carrying means prevents a user from tripping over the mulch bag during use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2012
    Inventor: Russell Bloomfield
  • Patent number: 8074388
    Abstract: The invention provides a media display system and method that allows a user to easily maneuver through crowded areas while providing advertisements that can be selected and altered even while the media display system is in use. According to the invention, the system operates on a regenerative breaking system that recharges the battery as the system is in brake-mode or as a result of the media display in the shape of an airfoil contributing to the regenerative breaking mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Inventor: Charles Trainer
  • Patent number: 8061722
    Abstract: A collapsible dolly is movable between an extended use position and a compact storage position. The dolly has a right leg and a left leg that form a supportive A-frame when fully extended. Hinges and sliding components are capable of collapsing the dolly into a collapsed position for storage and/or transportation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2011
    Inventors: Nathan L. Price, James T. Jansen
  • Patent number: 8042829
    Abstract: A cart that can support and transport loads includes a platform, a number of wheels, a handle, and a wheel assembly. The wheels are mounted to the platform and can move the cart from place-to-place. The handle extends from the platform. And the wheel assembly extends from the platform and can move the cart from place-to-place when the cart is at an inclined position with respect to the ground upon which the cart is moved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Assignee: Magline, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce L. Hailston, Nicholas J. Mehl
  • Patent number: 7997593
    Abstract: In various exemplary embodiments, a cart for holding and transporting a portable blower includes one or more of the following: a rotary member configured to receive a housing of a portable blower; a cylindrical base member for supporting the rotary member; a tubular member attached at a lower end thereof to the rotary member and the base member in such a way as to permit the rotary member to be rotatable while supported on the base member; a handle attached to an upper end of the tubular member; and at least one wheel attached to the cart for guiding the cart over a surface. The cart may also include a tube locking member for adjusting the height of the tubular member, a cord retention system for securing the cord of the blower in place, a stand for holding the cart upright, and a tool storage member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2011
    Assignee: Black & Decker, Inc.
    Inventors: Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko, Kevin W. Covell
  • Patent number: 7997592
    Abstract: A Gurney Clamp, Detachable Equipment Stand and Associated Transport Cart is disclosed. The combination of these devices makes the transportation of patients and health status monitoring equipment more controlled, reliable and safe. The clamp is specifically configured to be attachable to the safety rails on a conventional gurney. Once installed, the clamp will provide a secure mounting point to attach the detachable equipment stand to the gurney. The stand is configured to be capable of holding a wide variety of patient monitoring equipment in an upright manner so that the equipment data can be easily viewed. The stand can be quickly and easily shifted back and forth between its mounting location at the gurney clamp, and its mounting location on the associated transport cart. When the stand is attached to the equipment cart, it provides the equipment with a secure, portable storage location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2011
    Inventor: Darren Stout
  • Patent number: 7988383
    Abstract: A transport attachment of a vibration plate and a vibration plate having transport wheels is provided. The transport wheels are pivotable between a transport position and an operating position, and are located further outward in the viewpoint of the vibration plate in the width direction in the transport position than in the state of the operating position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2011
    Assignee: BOMAG GmbH
    Inventor: Kurt Hickmann
  • Patent number: 7967325
    Abstract: A hand-propelled or vehicle-towed convertible deer cart incorporates side walls that are locked vertically when collapsed to a first geometry of very small size for storage and transport, and also when readily reconfigured for use as a larger transport cart or trailer. When further reconfigured for use as a hunting stand, the side walls are pivoted from vertical to horizontal and form a part of a larger platform in combination with the cart bed. A pair of ladders may be stored within the cart bed when configured as a transport cart. The ladders are pivoted about their longitudinal axis to convert to the larger transport cart, and then extended to full-length ladders in the hunting stand geometry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Inventors: Roger A. Burton, John R. Hendrickson
  • Patent number: 7963532
    Abstract: A paint pump and cart having a movable carriage to enable tilting of the paint pump secured to the carriage via a pivot mechanism without tilting the remainder of cart. A latching mechanism having a spring biased pin received in one of a pair of apertures provides selective retention of the carriage in an operating or loading position and the latching mechanism is operable to release the carriage to move between the operating and loading positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2011
    Assignee: Titan Tool, Inc.
    Inventor: Ann Catherine Feitel
  • Patent number: 7942429
    Abstract: A device used in beach-entry scuba dives that both assists the diver to transport scuba tanks and other diving gear to and across the shoreline, and then accompanies the diver and gear underwater. The device holds at least one scuba tank and associated gear such as a buoyancy compensator (BCD), and has a pair of wheels whose rolling position enables the loaded device to be easily transported over natural terrains. Upon reaching or while in the water the wheels may be shifted from the “rolling position” into a streamlined, free-swim position. The means attaching the scuba gear and the scuba tank are easily operated to let the user now don both scuba tank and gear and start their dive, taking the device along for the return cross-shore trip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Inventor: Stacie Hill
  • Publication number: 20110100765
    Abstract: A wheel chock having a roller assist comprised of a chock, a handle assembly, and a roller assembly. The wheel chock is controlled and lifted by the handle assembly pivoting on the roller assembly. The roller assembly allows rolling of the chock by a user without the necessity of actually lifting the chock. The preferred embodiment utilizes a chock of a heavy and structurally strong rubber or rubber like laminated belting material. The belting material provides an assured grip with the underlying pavement and also forms a structure which is substantially indestructible by a vehicle or a truck.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2009
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Inventors: Steve K. Bird, Robert Bales
  • Patent number: 7914015
    Abstract: A shopping tote including a vertical support structure having one or more hooks for suspending bags therefrom enables carrying of shopping bags and/or boxes in an easy and convenient manner. A platform may be provided for placing of boxed items. The tote may be quickly changed between a compact storage condition and an in-use condition. When in the storage condition, the tote is of a size allowing carrying thereof alone or in a backpack, briefcase or purse, for example.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Inventor: Mary Tompkins
  • Patent number: 7900939
    Abstract: A wheelbarrow configurable as a kit for a wheelbarrow having a first and second side frames defining two laterally spaced-apart longitudinal portions, to which an axle is mounted with a wheel rotatably mounted thereto, and to which a body, such as a tub or flat bed, is mounted for carrying a load. The side frames are capable of being connected to leg structures, each of which includes a straight base portion configured for aligning with and engaging the ground. Forward cross-braces are capable of being connected from a forward end of each base portion to a first point on the main frame, and rearward cross-braces are capable of being connected from a rearward end of each base portion to a second point on the main frame proximately adjacent to the first point. A lateral member is capable of extending from longitudinal portions of the side frames, and a lateral cross brace is capable of extending from each leg structure to the lateral member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Inventor: Douglas Robinson
  • Patent number: 7896368
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a generally L-shaped frame assembly or dolly for mechanical devices, such as generators. The assembly includes a first and second frame portions. The first frame portion includes intermediate segments which are substantially equal or greater than the length of the mechanical device so as to protect the device and provide a lifting point for hoisting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2011
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Craig, P. Brent Boyd
  • Patent number: 7891038
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an improved rotary drain cleaning machine having an improved support structure that prevents walking of the machine when in use. The machine is supported upon two rear mounted wheels and a forward pedestal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2011
    Assignee: Electric Eel Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventor: C. David Hale
  • Patent number: 7882870
    Abstract: A portable supporting frame for a cutting machine includes a leg frame, a tabletop frame, and a frame locker. The leg frame includes two opposing pairs of first and second supporting legs. The tabletop frame includes two table arms pivotally connected to the first crossed legs respectively. The frame locker is used for locking the top ends of the second crossed legs to the table arms respectively to retain the portable supporting frame at a set up position. When the frame locker is released, the tabletop frame is adapted to pivotally fold at 180° to overlap on the folded leg frame at a folded position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Inventor: Wy Peron Lee
  • Publication number: 20110025005
    Abstract: A buggy is disclosed for transporting across sandy areas such as beaches, parks and the like. The side and end walls of the buggy may be formed of a flexible and/or elastic mesh material to permit airflow through the sides and ends of the buggy. The buggy may also include oversized balloon tires that may be folded inwardly to a position adjacent the bottom of the surface. Likewise, the walls of the buggy may be folded inwardly on top of the base so that the buggy can be placed in a flatten condition for storage and transportation to the point of use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2009
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Inventor: Tracy Howell
  • Publication number: 20100320710
    Abstract: A two wheeled cart that is specifically designed, but not limited to the transportation of two scuba tanks of any size, banded together or singularly, side by side with other scuba gear. It has large wheels and a metal tubular cradle with a metal platform that is elevated from the ground as to protect said scuba equipment during transport. It is compact and light in weight with a self storing handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2009
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Larry Edgar Dufour
  • Patent number: 7845670
    Abstract: In some embodiments, a trailer dolly may include one or more of the following features: (a) a main body having a proximal and distal end, (b) an adjustable hitch operably coupled to the distal end of the main body, (c) at least one wheel operably coupled to the distal end of the main body, (d) an operator's handle coupled to the main body at the proximal end, (e) at least one grip coupled to the operator's handle, (f) a V-shaped support coupled to a lower side of the main body, (g) a hitch receiving aperture coupled to the distal end of the main body, (h) a support beam operably coupled to the main body at one end and the hitch receiving aperture at an opposite end, and (i) an axle coupled to the main body at the distal end and operably coupled to the at least one wheel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Assignee: BAC Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: James D. Oberg
  • Patent number: 7841028
    Abstract: A toilet moving device for facilitating lifting and transporting of a toilet includes a dolly being insertable under a front of a pedestal of the toilet to facilitate lifting of the toilet. A base is coupled to the dolly. A lifting assembly is coupled to the base. The lifting assembly engages a tank of the toilet. The lifting assembly supports the toilet when the dolly is used to lift the toilet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Inventor: Arnold C. Rojas
  • Patent number: 7819409
    Abstract: A foldable wheel seat has a base, an operating bar, a first rotating shaft and two wheel axles. The base has a groove formed in a top face of the base. The operating bar is mounted pivotally in the groove of the base. The first rotating shaft is mounted rotatably in the base and has at least one end and two pulling segments. The at least one end of the first rotating shaft is extended into the groove of the base and is securely connected to the operating bar. The pulling segments are mounted on the first rotating shaft and each pulling segment has two pulling tabs. The wheel axles are mounted rotatably in the base and are perpendicular to the first rotating shaft and below the pulling segments of the first rotating shaft. Each wheel axle has an engaging block, at least two wheels, a holding panel and a torsional spring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Inventor: Chin-Lin Chang
  • Patent number: 7815215
    Abstract: This disclosure describes a work site utility carrier that configures as a dolly or hand truck in its retracted mode and a work bench in its elevated mode. Pivoting arm pairs enable the carrier's lower and upper receptacles to be transitioned between modes. Two “wheelbarrow” handles are pivotally attached at the lower outer end of the upper receptacle. When oriented at right angles to the upper receptacle bottom, the handles lessen the effort needed to maneuver the carrier. In a “semi-inclined” position the carrier rests in part on the handle outer ends, with much of the mass of the upper receptacle already elevated. Full elevation is facilitated by moving the lower receptacle toward the handle outer ends which act as brakes to keep the carrier stationary during the elevation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2010
    Inventor: Archie Lowe
  • Publication number: 20100225077
    Abstract: A single handled two-wheeled gimbaled bucket dolly or hand truck is configured to lift, transport and pour the contents of a bucket or container with minimal operator effort. The dolly or hand truck may use a horizontal “C” shaped frame cross member and two rigid vertical gimbaled columns to support a pivoting bucket or container. This apparatus allows the bucket to tilt a full 180 degrees on its horizontal axis in order to effortlessly dispense its contents and to transport the bucket across uneven terrain. A second gimbaled bucket or container holder can be combined into one unit allowing for lifting, transporting and pouring the contents of containers or buckets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2009
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Inventors: Oleg Michael Plesh, Jeffrey David Atherton
  • Patent number: 7784206
    Abstract: A media display system and method is provided. The media display system comprising a two wheeled base configured for a operator to stand on; a steering column operatively connected to said base; a display means for a user standing on said base to hold and steer, said display mean allowing messages to be displayed; a handle operatively connected to said display means; and at least one wheel operatively connected to said media display such that said media display system can move 365 degrees.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Inventor: Charles Trainer
  • Patent number: 7766161
    Abstract: A portable tool box is disclosed. The portable tool box can be utilized in two positions by the user. The portable tool box has shelves coupled at an angle that is configured to retain the tools within the portable tool box during transport, while providing easy access when in use. The angled shelves allow the user to easily access the tools from the tool box when in the vertical position as well as in the horizontal position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Inventor: Jesse Maxwell Good
  • Patent number: 7762561
    Abstract: The Dive Caddy is a two wheeled land vehicle with it's primary purpose being to transport scuba diving equipment across tough terrain such as sandy beaches, rocky trails, and other hard to traverse, or reach scuba diving, or free diving locations. It is different than other prior carts in as that it has a breaking system for traveling down hills, And can be fitted with an auxiliary battery powered booster motor to traverse uphill, or help bring itself out of hard to exit situations, and also has a bench seat to stage a completed scuba unit for the diver to sit on while dawning his equipment. Another new feature of the Dive Caddy is that it has the ability to change tires for different types of terrain, be it sandy beaches, rocky hills, or mud, the Dive Caddy can adapt to them all.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Inventor: Gary B. Clatt
  • Patent number: 7757332
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is an improved rotary drain cleaning machine having an improved support structure that prevents walking of the machine when in use. The machine is supported upon two rear mounted wheels and a forward pedestal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2010
    Assignee: Electric Eel Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventor: C. David Hale
  • Patent number: 7740251
    Abstract: The hand truck for appliances is a device for moving a water heater and other appliances. The hand truck includes a main frame having a pair of wheels mounted on a lower end rearward of the main frame, and a support plate also mounted on the lower end and projecting forward from the main frame. The support plate has a front edge and a rear edge, with the rear edge being contoured to be received within a water heater drain pan, with the rear edge being positioned adjacent and contiguous to the inner wall of the water heater drain pan. This allows the water heater to be carried on the hand truck for appliances, supported by the support plate, in order to be placed directly into the water heater drain pan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2010
    Inventor: Edward J. Simmons
  • Patent number: 7740250
    Abstract: The invention relates to a light vehicle such as a golf caddie which includes a body and at least two wheels that are respectively connected to the body by first and second axles. The axles can be pivoted in a first position in which they are tilted against the body and in a second position in which they extend away from the body, where the second position is defined as the driving position of the vehicle. At least one spring acts on the body and on the axles, maintaining the driving position of the axles only by the elastic force thereof, without additional transversal supports and bracing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2010
    Assignee: Thermoplastik Erich Muller GmbH
    Inventors: Erich Müller, Dieter Bulling
  • Publication number: 20100133207
    Abstract: A cart for an outboard motor allows the motor to be installed on the cart, raised into a vertical position, and transported with relative ease. A storage, transportation and maintenance rack is also provided. The outboard motor cart fits into the storage, transportation and maintenance rack. When secured therein, the cart and rack, with the outboard motor installed, can be easily transported and/or stored. The cart and rack include additional features that fit within the profile of the cart and/or rack and allow for storage and transportation of fuel, oil and other components required for operation and maintenance of the motor. Methods for installing an outboard motor to an outboard motor cart and for installing the outboard motor cart and outboard motor into the storage, transportation and maintenance are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2009
    Publication date: June 3, 2010
    Inventors: Jacqueline Milan Dolch, Richard Rocke Scriven
  • Patent number: 7726670
    Abstract: A collapsible golf trolley comprises a frame (176, 276) defined by at least two, preferably four, frame members (171,172,173,174, 203), and a wheel structure (122,222). The frame members are pivotally interconnected at hinges (106; 177, 205), whereby in a first configuration, the frame members define a casing (100,200) for the wheel structure parts, the casing having a length which is shorter than the sum of the lengths of each of the frame members. In a second configuration, the frame members coextend in a longitudinal direction to define the frame (176, 276). There is further provided a collapsible wheel structure having arms (150,152,258,252) defining pivotally interconnected arm sections (154,156,158,160; 254,256,258,260) which, in a first, folded configuration define a partial cylindrical shape, and which in a second, unfolded configuration form an S-shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Assignee: Nordict A/S
    Inventor: George Manus
  • Patent number: 7726669
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a collapsible combined table and dolly that is portable and capable of securely transporting items of various sizes and configurations. The collapsible combined table and dolly provides ease of operation through a collapsible/expandable table top and convenient means for transporting and storing items for use in the display/workspace of the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Inventor: Patricia Alexander
  • Publication number: 20100102526
    Abstract: A three-wheeled cart includes a bottom portion with a base inclined downwardly toward a rear end of the cart, a pair of side walls attached to the base, the base and side walls defining a cavity therebetween. The bottom portion can have a pair of wedge-shaped fenders extending generally perpendicular to the side walls and a pair of axle mounts attached to the side walls and extending below the base, each side wall, fender and axle mount being integral with each other and part of a monolithic piece. A pair of front wheels is coupled via an axle to the axle mounts, the front wheels disposed below the fenders and inwardly therefrom. The cart can have a back portion attached to the bottom portion, the back portion having a back plate inclined rearwardly toward the rear end of the cart. A handle portion is attached to the side rails and has a support portion disposed rearwardly of the back plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2009
    Publication date: April 29, 2010
    Inventor: Raymond A. Schwager
  • Publication number: 20100078907
    Abstract: A cargo carrying device is provided that is portable device and capable of transporting a load across the ground. The cargo carrying device has frame and a first section connected to a second section by a hinge. A plurality of side support members are connected to the frame as well as an adjustable support member that permits the cargo carrying device to pivot from a first, or generally horizontal position, to a second raised or angled position. The cargo carrying device also has an adjustable handle, a removable axel and removable pair of wheels. The cargo carrying device is mounted to a saddle for attachment to a hitch of a vehicle. This arrangement provides the user with an adjustable and portable cargo carrying device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2009
    Publication date: April 1, 2010
    Applicant: INNOVATIONS UNLIMITED L.L.C.
    Inventor: Mark A. Voves
  • Patent number: 7677591
    Abstract: The beach cart has two arcuate rails having two ends. Upon one end, the rails have a handle and on the other end, an axle and a pivoting plate. The axle spans the rails and has two wheels. The plate attaches to each rail at a hinge. The plate pivots from a position perpendicular to the rails to a position folded upon the rails. When unfolded, the plate supports cargo, and when folded, the plate supports a tabletop as the handle is positioned down and the cart positioned flat. Between the rails, a curved panel stiffens the cart. The curved panel has a tube in communication with two openings for carrying an umbrella. Centered at the crest of the panel, an aperture receives a beach umbrella when the invention is placed down at the beach.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Inventor: R. Craig Chapman
  • Patent number: 7677581
    Abstract: A portable cooler assembly includes sidewalls connected by a bottom wall. The sidewalls and bottom wall collectively define an interior space. A rim is attached to a top of the collapsible side walls, and a lid is supported on the rim and encloses the interior space. A base defines a container receiving recess within which the bottom wall is received and supported. A drain conduit defines a passageway in fluid communication with a lower portion of the interior space. When the portable cooler assembly is in a first configuration, the collapsible sidewalls extend outwardly from the container receiving recess. When the portable cooler assembly is in a second configuration, the collapsible sidewalls are completely received within the container receiving recess in a collapsed condition, and an outer peripheral edge portion of the rim is at least partially received within the container receiving recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Assignee: M & C Innovations, LLC
    Inventors: Matthew Alexander Vanderberg, Ian D. Kovacevich, Daniel Lee Bizzell, Chris Hoy
  • Publication number: 20100061803
    Abstract: A transport attachment of a vibration plate and a vibration plate having transport wheels is provided. The transport wheels are pivotable between a transport position and an operating position, and are located further outward in the viewpoint of the vibration plate in the width direction in the transport position than in the state of the operating position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2009
    Publication date: March 11, 2010
    Applicant: BOMAG GMBH
    Inventor: Kurt Hickmann
  • Patent number: 7673888
    Abstract: A supportive device for use as a wheelchair and a walker. A pair of handgrips are pivotally attached to a frame so as to have a rearwardly-facing position and a forwardly-facing position. A seat is pivotally attached to the frame so as to have a horizontal position and a vertical position. When using the supportive device as the wheelchair, a pair of front legs of the frame terminate in wheels, the seat is in the horizontal position thereof, and the pair of handgrips are in the rearwardly-facing position thereof. When the supportive device is used as the walker, the pair of front legs terminate in either wheels or caps, the seat is in the vertical position thereof, and the pair of handgrips are in the forwardly-facing position thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Inventors: Givi Lauren, Irma Lauren
  • Publication number: 20100052274
    Abstract: Cart assemblies for use with blood filtration are described. An example cart assembly for use with blood filtration includes a base including a recessed portion to receive one or more containers defining compartments each to receive a container of a fluid transfer system. Additionally, the base includes a plurality of transport members coupled to respective portions of the base. A plane on which a surface of the recessed portion lies is below a portion of each of the plurality of transport members. Additionally, the cart assembly includes a hanger assembly comprising a plurality of suspension members from which another container of the fluid transfer system is to be suspended and a pole to couple the base to the hanger assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventors: Richard L. West, Anthony Oleszkiewicz
  • Patent number: 7669738
    Abstract: Apparatus for transferring water to a bottled water dispenser preferably comprises a wand assembly, a cover assembly and a water bottle transport assembly. The wand assembly engages a neck of a non-inverted water bottle and includes a bent, rigid first conduit and a second conduit which preferably surrounds the first conduit. A flow of water from the water bottle passes along the first conduit in response to the introduction of pressurized air via the second conduit from a pressurized air source in the cover assembly. The water bottle transport assembly preferably supports the water bottle at a suitable, non-inverted angle, and includes a rigid frame supporting at least one wheel and a rotatable cradle. The cradle comprises first and second support arms configured to contactingly support the bottle, and rotates with respect to the frame during movement of the transport assembly to place the bottle at the desired non-inverted angle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Inventor: Thomas L. Byers
  • Patent number: 7665756
    Abstract: Dollies and methods of using dollies can include a platform configured to hold items for transport, a support frame adjacent the platform, an actuation mechanism coupled to the support frame, and a moveable gate coupled to the support frame and configured to be moved from a closed position to an open position in response to the triggering of the actuation mechanism by force applied by a user. The moveable gate can comprise a rotatable shaft disposed at an end of the moveable gate and extending within an opening, wherein the moveable gate is configured to move with the rotatable shaft as the shaft rotates within the opening, and at least one counterweight coupled to the moveable gate and positioned to assist in the movement of the gate to the open position in response to the triggering of the actuation mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2010
    Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America, Inc.
    Inventor: Brandon Lee Buie