One- Or Two-wheeled Patents (Class 280/652)
  • Publication number: 20040155435
    Abstract: A hand operated utility cart with an extended handle assembly capable of supporting extra long loads. The preferred embodiment includes a kick stand allowing for a free standing, horizontally level cart, a curved handle bar assembly with a threaded aperture allowing the load to remain in a horizontal position during operation and a locking hand break system. The hand operated utility cart can be quickly broken down and reassembled to allow for easy transportation and storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2004
    Publication date: August 12, 2004
    Inventor: Benjamin H. Watts
  • Publication number: 20040150195
    Abstract: A folding hand truck comprising an upper frame, a middle frame, a lower frame, a platform, and a dual wheel assembly. The lower end of the upper frame is rotatably connected to the upper end of the middle frame, and the upper end of the middle frame is rotatably connected to the upper end of the lower frame, and the respective ends contain locking pins for locking the upper frame, middle frame, and lower frame in a substantially coplanar orientation. The platform is rotatably connected to the bottom of the lower frame such that the rear edge of the platform contacts the lower end of the lower frame in the operative position. The dual wheel assembly has a central bracket mounted to the rear side of the lower frame and has two rotatable wheel brackets capable of being locked in both operative and folded positions. When in the folded position, the platform folds into the lower frame, which folds into the middle frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2003
    Publication date: August 5, 2004
    Inventors: James D. Robberson, Beverly J. Robberson
  • Patent number: 6758481
    Abstract: A carrier, especially for storage and transport of golf clubs including one or several bags, a wheel frame and a handle, which are preferably made of aluminum, wherein a removable wheel frame (8), supporting the bag(s) (4,21) from an elongated back element (1), is mounted to the lower portion of the back element (1), and that a removably handle (6) is mounted on the upper portion of the back element (1), the wheel frame has the shape of a U turning downwards, which at the web (9) of the U is removably mounted to the back element (1), and that the transitions between the web (9) of the wheel frame and the legs (10,11) are designed with a radius (R) corresponding to half the diameter (D) of the wheels, characterized in a cross bar (16), which is provide on the wheel frame (8), and which extends from one leg (10) to the other leg (11), which cross bar is provided with one or several support means (17), so that the wheels in dismounted condition may be clamped between the transitions and the support pins (17).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2004
    Inventor: Hans Blomgren
  • Publication number: 20040113396
    Abstract: A collapsible handcart comprises a handle bar, a support carrier having a main carrier and two movable carriers, two sets of linkages and a trigger. The handle bar has an end thereof pivoted on the main carrier to be turned between an extended position, at which the handle bar is turned away from the main carrier, and a collapsed position, at which the handle bar is turned towards the main support carrier. The linkages are connected movable carriers with the main carrier such that the movable carriers can be driven to move between an extended position, at which the movable carriers are away from the main carrier, and a collapsed position, at which the movable carrier close to the main carrier. The trigger has an end thereof pivoted on the handle bar whereby turn the handle bar will drive the trigger to move.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2002
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Inventor: James Tsai
  • Patent number: 6742789
    Abstract: A fishing pole and accessory caddy assembly includes a base having a base wall with a front edge, a back edge and a pair of side edges. A front support is attached to the front edge. An axle is positioned adjacent to the back edge and has a pair of wheels attached thereto. A handle is attached to and extends upwardly from the base wall. The handle includes a vertically orientated elongated member. A housing has an upper wall, a lower wall and a perimeter wall extending between the upper and lower walls. The housing is vertically divided into a first half and a second half. Each of the first and second halves is hingedly coupled to the elongated member such that the housing may be selectively positioned between a closed position over the base and an open position extending outwardly from the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2004
    Inventor: Esther C. Nowak
  • Publication number: 20040090047
    Abstract: A transportable golf bag includes a bottom and walls defining a chamber sized to receive golf clubs. Wheels are mounted to the bottom of the bag to enable the bag to be rolled over a surface. The bag bottom includes a forward portion and a sloped rear portion. The wheels are sized such that when the bag is resting on the forward portion, the wheels are raised above the ground. The golf bag also includes a button-operated extendable/retractable handle. The handle assembly includes a locking assembly within the handle assembly that it operable by a button at the top of the handle. Pressing of the button releases the locking assembly to allow for the handle, when extended, to be retracted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2002
    Publication date: May 13, 2004
    Inventors: Sung Hee Kang, Kristine Kang
  • Publication number: 20040084880
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a safe suitcase which can prevent safety accidents caused by carelessness when a cart pedestrian passes by terminals, airports, general footways or other sites crowded with people and cars while drawing a bag that is equipped with wheels and filled with clothes, his or her belongings and so on at night, by enabling general pedestrians, people riding on bicycles, or drivers of motorcycles or cars around the cart pedestrian to easily distinguish the cart pedestrian by the brilliant luminescence of the wheels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2002
    Publication date: May 6, 2004
    Inventor: Yong-Hun Kim
  • Patent number: 6722672
    Abstract: Disclosed is a wheeled handcart having a removable debris bin, a partition, a ramp for sweeping, raking or otherwise sliding debris into the cart or its bin, and pivotable handles, wherein the cart may be utilized with or without the debris bin, and wherein the cart may be utilized in a vertical or horizontal position. To assist in preventing the debris or other content of the cart from spilling out, a partition is provided that slidably engages within tracks formed on the interior of the cart. When the debris bin is not installed, the partition serves to keep debris and other contents within the cart. Handles are pivotably connected to the cart to allow not only a multitude of advantaged lifting angles, but also the lifting of the handles such that the handles will not interfere with the loading or unloading of the cart. Alternative embodiments provide an opening in the partition for providing access to the debris bin, and an opening, rearward of the cart, useful for the spreading of granular materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2004
    Inventors: James L. Cates, Michael H. Standridge
  • Patent number: 6708995
    Abstract: A utility cart which includes means for attachment to a common bicycle or which can be drawn by hand. Includes a main body compartment formed from a bottom panel, two side panels and a front and a back panel. Two wheels are attached to an axle which is attached to the bottom panel of the main body compartment via a selection of axle supports. Includes front and rear exterior equipment retaining modules in the form of cylindrical units having bottom stops. Any number of equipment retaining modules are envisioned and preferred embodiment shown and described herein includes four in the front and four in the rear. Means for attachment to a typical prior art bicycle is included. The means for attachment permits rotation along three planes thereby providing the smoothest possible transport of the cart and items contained therein. Removable legs are provided which can be attached if the cart is to be stationary, or can be removed when the utility cart is to be in motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2004
    Inventor: Richard Norris
  • Patent number: 6695324
    Abstract: A 3-fold folding collapsible golf cart, which includes an upper rod member, a bottom rod member, and a lower rod member, the lower rod having a top end pivoted to the upper rod member and locked by a locking mechanism and a bottom end coupled to the bottom rod member by a coupling device, the coupling device having a locating frame supported on a torsional spring and adapted for locking the lower rod member in the operative position and, the lower member being disengaged from the locating frame for folding when the user presses the locating frame with a foot to conquer the spring force of the torsional spring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2004
    Inventor: David Wu
  • Publication number: 20040026897
    Abstract: A 3-fold folding collapsible golf cart, which includes an upper rod member, a bottom rod member, and a lower rod member, the lower rod having a top end pivoted to the upper rod member and locked by a locking mechanism and a bottom end coupled to the bottom rod member by a coupling device, the coupling device having a locating frame supported on a torsional spring and adapted for locking the lower rod member in the operative position and, the lower member being disengaged from the locating frame for folding when the user pressed the locating frame with the foot to conquer the spring force of the torsional spring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2002
    Publication date: February 12, 2004
    Inventor: David Wu
  • Patent number: 6688635
    Abstract: A hand operated utility cart with an extended handle assembly capable of supporting extra long loads. The preferred embodiment includes a kick stand allowing for a free standing, horizontally level cart, a curved handle bar assembly with a threaded aperture allowing the load to remain in a horizontal position during operation and a locking hand brake system. The hand operated utility cart can be quickly broken down and reassembled to allow for easy transportation and storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2004
    Inventor: Benjamin H. Watts
  • Patent number: 6685214
    Abstract: A cart for transporting various articles, most particularly sporting goods such as ski and golf equipment, that folds into a compact package for storage including a handle folds down and a shelf that folds up and wheels that can be rotated so as to be aligned in a common plane against the frame of the cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2004
    Inventor: Joseph A. Gregory
  • Publication number: 20030209885
    Abstract: A combination child car seat and stroller is disclosed. The car seat has a seat portion and a fastening mechanism for fastening the car seat to an airplane seat or automobile seat. A harness secures the child in the seat. A telescoping pull handle is attached to the seat back. A roller assembly is attached to the seat portion proximate to the seat back. The roller assembly includes two rollers and at least one axle. The car seat is convertible for use in an automobile, on the ground, or in an airplane without removing the child from the seat. A folding stabilizer may be used to keep the rollers off the ground when desired. A canopy may be provided. In another embodiment, a wheeled support frame is provided of the appropriate width and which has clamps for the attachment of a standard car seat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2002
    Publication date: November 13, 2003
    Inventors: Leszek G. Szmidt, Joseph J. Hudak, Keith J. Gale, Barbara J. Madson
  • Publication number: 20030209886
    Abstract: A multi-purpose, collapsible portable cart, for use in camping, hunting and other outdoors activities carries medical rescue carts, canoes, small boats, game, or hauled cargo by hand. The portable cart can be converted to a various uses and the portable cart can be folded down and transported within a backpack, hand carried bag, canoe or boat. It transports injured persons or cargo over long, rough terrain and it can broken down into a carrying position, by hand or by back. Its width can be varied to accommodate cargo of varying widths. Two or four wheeled versions can be assembled with axles and wheels. The cart has optional removable clamps for clamping a conventional transportable carrier, such as a stretcher or stokes-type rescue carrier bed, thereto. The objects being carried can be held by clamps, by fasteners, or through the use of insertions with longitudinally extending channels. An optional pivotable kickstand and/or tie rods can stabilize the cart in a position of rest.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2003
    Publication date: November 13, 2003
    Inventor: Charles W. Darling
  • Publication number: 20030205885
    Abstract: A two-wheeled cart includes a generally planar frame adapted and constructed to bear a load. At least one handle is secured to the frame. A pair of wheels is secured generally along a central axis of the frame. The wheels are arranged one substantially directly behind the other with respect to a direction of travel of the cart. In an embodiment, a pair of handles are detachably secured to the frame. The frame can further include an in-use handle mounting mechanism to retain the at least one handle in an in-use position outside the plane of the frame. A storage handle mounting mechanism can be provided to retain the at least one handle in a storage position generally coplanar with the frame. The wheels can be detachably secured to the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2002
    Publication date: November 6, 2003
    Inventor: Charles F. Woods
  • Publication number: 20030189318
    Abstract: A cart for trick-or-treating or the like is described, in which a hollow container for collecting and transporting treats or other items is coupled to an L-shaped wheeled cart framework, and a lid portion on the container that is levered opened and closed by means of a plunger slidably coupled to the cart framework. For trick-or-treating, the lid portion includes a light source and the hollow container is configured as a face of a character such as a jack-o-lantern, ghost, witch, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2002
    Publication date: October 9, 2003
    Inventors: Linda J. Clark, Jim Clark
  • Patent number: 6626453
    Abstract: A rolling cart suitable for receiving and transporting a variety of items over loose ground, such as the sand of a beach. The rolling cart includes a pair of large ring wheels that exhibit a large footprint for easy movement over and through sand, and is characterized by a high center of gravity to facilitate handling. Disposed between the wheels is a basket assembly that mounts plural rollers which cooperate with the inner wall of the wheels to maintain a generally fixed orientation during movement of the wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2003
    Inventors: Robert Theus, Elizabeth Ann Theus
  • Patent number: 6616174
    Abstract: A sack trolley (1) presents a support frame (2) accommodating lower carrying wheels (3) and an upper handle (4) which is articulated to the lower ends of its side spars (5) by way of hinges (6) on the upper ends of the side legs (7) of the support frame (2) to pivot about a transverse axis (A) parallel to the axis (R) of the carrying wheels, and can be fixed at least in a folded transport position and in an extended use position relative to the support frame (2). To adapt the sack trolley (1) readily to various usage and operating conditions both hinged sections (9, 10) which can be swiveled against one another can be braced with one another by interposition of two interengaging groups of friction discs (15, 16), one of which disc groups (15) is connected torsionally to one hinged section (9) and the other disc group (16) is connected torsionally to the other hinged section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2003
    Inventor: Jochum Bierma
  • Publication number: 20030155747
    Abstract: A portable robotic system having a folding carriage is disclosed. The carriage in one embodiment includes two legs and a lateral stabilizer. The folding legs and stabilizer allow the carriage to be maneuvered into a plurality of open and closed positions. In the open positions, the legs and stabilizer are spaced apart to support the robotic system during operation. In the closed positions, the legs and stabilizer and substantially parallel to one another. In one closed position with one leg or stabilizer extended to within reach of a person, the carriage may be rolled like a dolly. In another closed position with one leg or stabilizer collapsed against the carriage, the carriage may be carried like a suitcase. Methods of folding and transporting a robotic system and carriage are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2003
    Publication date: August 21, 2003
    Inventor: J. Clinton Bridges
  • Publication number: 20030146602
    Abstract: A combination unit of a golf cart with a golf bag, wherein: the golf bag is provided fixedly on an inner housing thereof with a frame, the inner housing has a bottom portion which has on the lateral sides thereof two receiving spaces, the inner housing has a groove on the abdomen thereof; the golf cart has a central receiving seat to carry struts for the wheels and a stretchable and contractible hand pull-bar; the central receiving seat is embedded in the groove and has an upper and a lower positioning hole, so that the hand pull-bar can be positioned in the upper or the lower positioning hole in its stretching and contracting stroke.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2002
    Publication date: August 7, 2003
    Applicant: Hi-Mark International Design Inc.
    Inventor: Chin-Min Lu
  • Patent number: 6598898
    Abstract: A foldable cart apparatus includes a first, second and third U-shaped frames pivotally joined and functionally movable between a folded attitude and an unfolded attitude. Its primary function is for carrying articles such a beach related items. In the folded attitude the frames are positioned adjacently. In the unfolded attitude the first and second frames diverge upwardly and the second and third frames diverge downwardly as viewed from the side. The first frame is engaged with a bottom strut supported on spaced apart wheels for moving the apparatus on a surface. A flexible sling is engaged with the first and the third of the frames, so that in the unfolded attitude, a vertical rear containment wall and a horizontal bottom shelf are formed. A flexible fabric bag is fastened between the first and second of the frames and forms an open topped container for receiving the items for transport. The bottom shelf can be used to support an ice chest or other bulky article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: Aports Training Devices, LLC
    Inventor: Yong S. Chu
  • Publication number: 20030127814
    Abstract: The invention relates to a carrier, especially for storage and transport of golf clubs including one or several bags, a wheel frame and a handle, which are preferably made of aluminium, wherein a removable wheel frame (8), supporting the bag/s (4, 21) from an elongated back element (1), is mounted to the lower portion of the back element (1), and that a removable handle (6) is mounted on the upper portion of the back element (1), the wheel frame has the shape of a U turning downwards, which at the web (9) of the U is removably mounted to the back element (1), and that the transitions between the web (9) of the wheel frame and the legs (10, 11) are designed with a radius (R) corresponding to half the diameter (D) of the wheels, characterised in a cross bar (8), which is provided on the wheel frame (8), and which extends from one leg (10) to the other leg (11), which cross bar is provided with one or several support means (17), so that the wheels in dismounted condition may be clamped between the transitions an
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2002
    Publication date: July 10, 2003
    Inventor: Hans Blomgren
  • Patent number: 6561528
    Abstract: Wheeled device with at least one running wheel, a frame and connecting parts on the frame, the connecting parts engaging at least one coiled, collapsed, folded or differently shortened elongated, flexible, preferably string- or tube-like object, such as wire or cable (e.g. electricity guiding) or tube (as for guiding a hydraulic or pneumatic fluid), wherein the object is preferably suspended from the connecting parts, and with at least one container on the frame to contain at least one appliance preferably loose laying.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: Bootsman Holding B.V.
    Inventor: G. Bootsman
  • Patent number: 6557867
    Abstract: A portable multi-activity outdoor recreation apparatus for providing a person not only with an apparatus for sleeping upon but also a means for carrying downed game, an injured or sick person, and equipment. The portable multi-activity outdoor recreation apparatus comprises a frame, a supporting assembly coupled to the frame for supporting a person and game, a wheel assembly coupled to the frame, an umbrella support member removably coupled to the frame, and leg members for supporting the frame on a ground surface. The apparatus is further configurable into a seatable position and includes a seat member for supporting a user and a table member for different activities, which includes a means for a hunter to gain a steadier and longer aim when game is approaching.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2003
    Inventor: Bruce L. Angstadt
  • Patent number: 6557869
    Abstract: A hand truck with a generally upright skeletal frame carried on spaced apart wheels connected with the lower portion of the frame incorporates a noseplate and a pallet-supporting fork structure configured to enter a pallet. The noseplate and fork structure are carried on the frame to be interchangeably movable to and from vertically spaced operative positions projecting forwardly at generally right angles to the lower end of the frame and removed stowed positions generally vertically adjacent the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2003
    Assignee: Magline, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard A. Gillette, Thomas A. Gillette, Nathan J. Hull, Bruce L. Hailston
  • Publication number: 20030080538
    Abstract: A hand operated utility cart with an extended handle assembly capable of supporting extra long loads. The preferred embodiment includes a kick stand allowing for a free standing, horizontally level cart, a curved handle bar assembly with a threaded aperture allowing the load to remain in a horizontal position during operation and a locking hand brake system. The hand operated utility cart can be quickly broken down and reassembled to allow for easy transportation and storage. The cart may be provided with a basket. The cart may be provided with a hitch for attaching the cart to a vehicle. The height of the cart may be adjustable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2002
    Publication date: May 1, 2003
    Inventors: Benjamin H. Watts, John E. Fowler, David Gunter
  • Patent number: 6543800
    Abstract: A new and improved apparatus for transporting beach items over the asphalt and through the sand in an easy and efficient manner is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a pliable base capable of being rolled up, with the base having an axle and a pair of wheels to allow easy mobility. The base has mesh netting fixedly attached to the top surface of the base around the perimeter of the base which is topped off by a rim, with the rim being attached to a front-mounted drawstring. Once the base is properly unfolded, the mesh netting can be held open and the base loaded with while being held in place by both the netting and a quartet of adjustable straps. The present invention also includes a pair of ropes that are each attached to the front end of the base. The ropes would each be used on differing surface types on which a user would want to pull the present invention across. When not in use, the mesh netting simply would lie on the base and the pliable base would merely be folded up.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Inventor: Gerard M. Doran
  • Publication number: 20030038438
    Abstract: A trolley for conveying rolls of carpet and the like has a carriage including a cradle which can be tilted from a transport position to a loading position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2001
    Publication date: February 27, 2003
    Inventor: Allert Harm Maarten Van Oosten
  • Publication number: 20030034636
    Abstract: A foldable carrying apparatus is provided that is capable of transporting stored items and is capable of being folded when not in use. A flexible, foldable container acts as a storage member. The foldable member includes a rigid bottom platform and a pair of spaced, flexible side panels affixed thereto. A pair of hinged wheels are secured to the rigid bottom platform of the storage member. In the folded position, the wheels are maintained in parallel, spaced relation to the platform. A pair of telescoping, foldable support shafts are secured to the bottom platform and adapted to be extended in spaced relation to one of the side panels of the storage container. A pair of receiving members are secured to the side panel of the storage container in opposition to the respective telescoping shafts. When the telescoping shafts are in their extended position, each will engage one of the respective receiving members maintaining the storage container in its open position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2001
    Publication date: February 20, 2003
    Inventor: Kin Ng
  • Publication number: 20030015858
    Abstract: A foldable cart apparatus comprises a first, second and third U-shaped frames pivotally joined and functionally movable between a folded attitude and an unfolded attitude. Its primary function is for carrying articles such a beach related items. In the folded attitude the frames are positioned adjacently. In the unfolded attitude the first and second frames diverge upwardly and the second and third frames diverge downwardly as viewed from the side. The first frame is engaged with a bottom strut supported on spaced apart wheels for moving the apparatus on a surface. A flexible sling is engaged with the first and the third of the frames, so that in the unfolded attitude, a vertical rear containment wall and a horizontal bottom shelf are formed. A flexible fabric bag is fastened between the first and second of the frames and forms an open topped container for receiving the items for transport. The bottom shelf can be used to support an ice chest or other bulky article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2001
    Publication date: January 23, 2003
    Inventor: Yong S. Chu
  • Patent number: 6505843
    Abstract: A device for transporting a container includes a frame and a boom coupled to the frame for maintaining a container in an upright position during movement of the device. The device prevents contents of the container from spilling during transport. The device is collapsible so that it can be easily and compactly stored when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2003
    Inventor: Dale Williams
  • Publication number: 20020185844
    Abstract: A cart for transporting various articles, most particularly sporting good such as ski and golf equipment, that folds into a compact package for storage including a handle folds down and a shelf that folds up and wheels that can be rotated so as to be aligned in a common plane against the frame of the cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2001
    Publication date: December 12, 2002
    Inventor: Joseph A. Gregory
  • Publication number: 20020180184
    Abstract: A foldable pushcart has a handle (10), a retractable device (20), and a stretcher (30). The handle (10) is retractable and has a locking case (15) to position the foldable pushcart in a folded state or in an expanded state. The retractable device (20) and stretcher (30) make the movement of the foldable pushcart consistent in one operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2001
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventor: Chung-Hsien Chang
  • Publication number: 20020153707
    Abstract: A folding cart for the transportation of articles having a foldable platform, wheels is provided with , a handle and a pair of telescoping braces. Each of the telescoping braces have a lower brace, a middle brace and an upper brace and rotatable support bars there between. The telescoping braces connect the platform and the handle. An offset handle hinge is provided on the first of the pair of telescoping braces. It rotatably connects the handle to the first of the pair of telescoping braces. When the handle is locked in a horizontal position the folding cart is precluded from being folded.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2002
    Publication date: October 24, 2002
    Inventor: Darren Kady
  • Patent number: 6447002
    Abstract: A folding collapsible luggage cart includes a fixed bearing plate, two movable bearing plates hinged to the fixed bearing plate at two sides and equipped with a respective wheel, a sliding plate coupled to the fixed bearing plate by a dovetailed joint and adapted to lock/unlock the movable bearing plate, a retractable handle assembly pivoted to the fixed bearing plate, a sliding locking plate adapted to lock the retractable handle assembly in the operative position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Inventor: Chih Chung Fang
  • Patent number: 6435539
    Abstract: A folding collapsible golf cart includes a wheel shaft holding a first wheel holder and a second wheel holder, a coupling block mounted on the wheel shaft, a bottom main shaft pivoted to the coupling block and holding a lower golf bag cradle, a lower main shaft pivoted to the coupling block and holding an upper golf bag cradle, a frame bar connected between the coupling block and the first wheel holder to hold a carrying handle, an upper link coupled between the lower main shaft and the first wheel holder and holding an upper golf bag cradle, a lower link coupled between the bottom main shaft and the first wheel holder, an upper main shaft pivoted to the lower main shaft, a spring-supported locking frame mounted on the upper main shaft and hooked on teeth at the upper golf bag cradle, and a retractable front handle coupled to the upper main shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2002
    Inventor: David Wu
  • Publication number: 20020105169
    Abstract: A convertible cart for transporting objects including a frame, a first handle connected to the frame adjacent a first end of the frame, a second handle connected to the frame adjacent a second end of the frame, a first plurality of wheels connected to the frame adjacent the first end of the frame and a second plurality of wheels connected to the frame adjacent the second end of the frame. The first plurality of wheels are rotatably mounted to a tubular axle. The first plurality of wheels are casters rotatably interconnected to the frame. The handles are selectively movable between a first position perpendicular to the frame and a second position generally coplanar to the frame. The frame has a generally rectangular configuration and includes frame members which are telescopically connected to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2001
    Publication date: August 8, 2002
    Inventor: Gary-Michael Dahl
  • Patent number: 6425589
    Abstract: A golf bag functioning as a golf cart and a foot stand has a pair of pivot joint elements disposed respectively at upper and lower ends of the golf bag; a pair of primary supports and a pair of secondary supports are respectively and pivotally disposed on the pivot joint elements; the distal end area of the primary support is bent to a certain angle to superpose the distal free ends of the primary and the secondary supports when the primary and the secondary supports are pulled outward; a pair of dismountable wheels are disposed on the distal ends of the primary and the secondary supports; a pull rod is disposed in a dismounted way on the upper and the lower pivot joint elements; thus, the wheels and the pull rod easily associate with the golf bag and make the golf bag move forward by means of the wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2002
    Inventor: Kuo-Chen Wu
  • Patent number: 6425599
    Abstract: A collapsible trolley includes a main member provided with a retractable pull rod and a handle; a carrier frame, which has one end pivotally provided on the main member and is rotatable between an extended position and a collapsed position; two wheel assemblies, each of which includes a wheel frame and a wheel, the two wheel frame being pivotally provided on the main member such that the two wheel assemblies can be rotated outwardly to a use position or rotated inwardly to a collapsed position; and two first gears and two second gears, in which the two first gears are provided on the carrier frame, the two second gears being respectively provided on the wheel frames of the two wheel assemblies and inter-engaged with the two first gears. When the carrier frame is rotated to its extended position, it can bring the two wheel assemblies to rotate to their use position. When the carrier frame is rotated to its collapsed position, it can bring the two wheel assemblies to their collapsed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2002
    Inventor: James Tsai
  • Publication number: 20020096862
    Abstract: A folding collapsible luggage cart includes a horizontal area-adjustable base frame, two foot members respectively fastened to the base frame and set between a vertical operative position and a horizontal non-operative position, two castors respectively pivoted to the base frame and set between an operative position and a non-operative position, a retractable handle pivoted to the base frame and set between a horizontal position closely attached to the base frame and a vertical position perpendicular to the base frame, and two back support arms bilaterally pivoted to a bracket at the retractable handle and alternatively set between a received position and an extended position. When collapsed, the luggage cart is held in a compact and flat manner conveniently for storage or carrying.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2001
    Publication date: July 25, 2002
    Inventor: Chih Chung Fang
  • Publication number: 20020084613
    Abstract: The present invention provides a rolling device that is adapted to provide a continuous rolling surface on an underside of a conventional scooter. The rolling device comprises a chassis and a series of rollers rotatably attached to the chassis, thus enabling the scooter to smoothly roll over bumps, dips, or other uneven surfaces without stopping suddenly or tipping over. The series of rollers are mounted at a uniform height that is elevated from the bottom surface of the front and rear wheels of the scooter to provide a uniform ground clearance for the scooter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2001
    Publication date: July 4, 2002
    Inventor: Daniel E. Freeman
  • Publication number: 20020067027
    Abstract: A transport cart for medical-related supplies for transporting heavy chemotherapy treatment bags from the doctor's office to the home. The transport cart for medical-related supplies includes a lower support assembly including a base frame, and also including wheels being mounted upon the base frame, and further including an upright frame being securely attached to the base frame and extending upwardly therefrom; and also includes an upper support assembly including a support frame being pivotally attached to the upright frame; and further includes a first container assembly being securely mounted upon the lower support assembly; and also includes a second container assembly being securely attached to the upper support assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2000
    Publication date: June 6, 2002
    Inventor: Greg H. Anderson
  • Patent number: 6390495
    Abstract: A wheeled handcart having a removable debris bin and pivotable handles, wherein the cart may be utilized with or without the debris bin, and wherein the cart may be utilized in a vertical or horizontal position. More specifically, the present invention comprises a cart, a debris bin, a partition, and a ramp for sweeping, raking or otherwise sliding debris or other objects into the cart or its bin. To provide a means for removably securing the debris bin within the cart, recessed areas are formed on the exterior side walls of the debris bin which engage with protrusions formed on the interior of the cart. To assist in preventing the debris or other content of the cart from spilling out, a partition is provided that slidably engages within tracks formed on the interior of the cart. When the debris bin is not installed, the partition serves to keep debris and other contents within the cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Inventor: James L. Cates
  • Patent number: 6375200
    Abstract: A wheeled carrier for hunting is provided which provides a cart for transporting a bag full of decoys and can be converted into a bench seat or a reclined seat for the hunter after reaching his hunting blind. The carrier has three planar frame structures connected to each other. The frame structures are adjustable relative to each other to a first angular position in which the carrier has a generally L-shaped transport configuration, a second angular position in which the carrier has a generally inverted U-shaped bench seat configuration, a third angular position in which the carrier has a reclined seat configuration, and a fourth angular position in which the carrier has a compact storage configuration. A pair of removable wheel assemblies are connected to the middle frame structure for supporting the carrier in its L-shaped transport configuration. A plurality of straps and buckles are connected to the frame structures and the decoy bag for attaching the decoy bag to the carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2002
    Assignee: Marshland Enterprises, LLC
    Inventor: Douglas S. Harter
  • Publication number: 20020043784
    Abstract: A sack trolley (1) presents a support frame (2) accommodating lower carrying wheels (3) and an upper handle (4) which is articulated to the lower ends of its side spars (5) by way of hinges (6) on the upper ends of the side legs (7) of the support frame (2) to pivot about a transverse axis (A) parallel to the axis (R) of the carrying wheels, and can be fixed at least in a folded transport position and in an extended use position relative to the support frame (2). To adapt the sack trolley (1) readily to various usage and operating conditions both hinged sections (9, 10) which can be swiveled against one another can be braced with one another by interposition of two interengaging groups of friction discs (15, 16), one of which disc groups (15) is connected torsionally to one hinged section (9) and the other disc group (16) is connected torsionally to the other hinged section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2001
    Publication date: April 18, 2002
    Inventor: Jochum Bierma
  • Publication number: 20020041084
    Abstract: A multi-purpose, collapsible portable cart, for use in camping, hunting and other outdoors activities carries medical rescue carts, canoes, small boats, game, or hauled cargo by hand. The portable cart can be converted to a various uses and the portable cart can be folded down and transported within a backpack, hand carried bag, canoe or boat. It transports injured persons or cargo over long, rough terrain and it can broken down into a carrying position, by hand or by back. Its width can be varied to accommodate cargo of varying widths. Two or four wheeled versions can be assembled with axles and wheels. The cart has optional removable clamps for clamping a conventional transportable carrier, such as a stretcher or stokes-type rescue carrier bed, thereto. The objects being carried can be held by clamps, by fasteners, or through the use of insertions with longitudinally extending channels. An optional pivotable kickstand and/or tie rods can stabilize the cart in a position of rest.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2001
    Publication date: April 11, 2002
    Inventor: Charles W. Darling
  • Publication number: 20020030351
    Abstract: A hand truck with a generally upright skeletal frame carried on spaced apart wheels connected with the lower portion of the frame incorporates a noseplate and a pallet-supporting fork structure configured to enter a pallet. The noseplate and fork structure are carried on the frame to be interchangeably movable to and from vertically spaced operative positions projecting forwardly at generally right angles to the lower end of the frame and removed stowed positions generally vertically adjacent the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2001
    Publication date: March 14, 2002
    Applicant: Magline, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard A. Gillette, Thomas A. Gillette, Nathan J. Hull, Bruce L. Hailston
  • Patent number: 6341787
    Abstract: A wheeled carrier for use in rough terrain for carrying hunting kills, injured persons or supplies, which carrier has two mirror image canted tired wheels each mounted on a separate axle disposed within its fork, which in turn is attached to a frame below a bed. The wheels are preferably bicycle spoked wheels with balloon tires thereon. The frame is formed of tubular members which are bent into a specific configuration and the bed is preferably formed of flexible wire mesh connected to the frame members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2002
    Inventor: Gordon Mason
  • Publication number: 20020008367
    Abstract: A dual wheel foldable hand truck with a nose plate has a skeletal frame including laterally spaced vertical side rails. The frame has hingedly connected upper and lower frame sections with upper and lower side rails meeting at side rail interfaces. Handle operated lock slides are carried by the upper rail sections for downward sliding movement to releasably lock the frame sections in planar alignment. The foldable nose automatically locks in operative position when swung down from stowed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2001
    Publication date: January 24, 2002
    Applicant: Magline, Inc.
    Inventor: Stephen P. Durham