Tracy L Kent

US Patent:

7044485, May 16, 2006

Filed:

Sep 20, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/605297

Inventors:

Tracy Scott Kent - San Diego CA, US
Michael W. MacCollum - Poway CA, US

International Classification:

A63C 17/00
A63C 1/24
B62M 1/00

US Classification:

280 87042, 280 87041, 280 1128, D21765

Abstract:

The Elastomer Suspension System Skateboard Truck is proposed for use in all styles of skateboarding. This new design is unlike any conventional skateboard truck. The truck incorporates an elatomer suspension system, which is a modification of the type used in automotive vehicles and other mechanisms utilizing shock absorbing equipment. The elastomer shock absorbers oppose pressure from end to end, therefore diminishing or eliminating all forces associated with sudden or rapid motions. By downgrading or eradicating these extreme shock forces the skateboarder has more control, and is therefore more maneuverable.

US Patent:

62240765, May 1, 2001

Filed:

Mar 16, 2000

Appl. No.:

9/528135

Inventors:

Tracy Scott Kent - San Diego CA

International Classification:

A63C 1702

US Classification:

280 87042

Abstract:

The Pneumatic Compression Strut Skateboard Truck is intended for use in street and off-road skateboarding. This new design is completely different than any conventional skateboard truck. This truck utilizes a pneumatic compression strut suspension system, which is of the same type and kind used in automobiles and other mechanical devises employing shock absorbing technology. The compression struts resist pressure in the direction of their length, thereby decreasing or eliminating shock forces associated with street and off-road skateboarding. By reducing or eliminating these extreme forces, the skateboarder has more maneuverability and control. Further, it reduces or eliminates the shock forces that would normally be transferred to the skateboarder. This will contribute to the decrease in stress and fatigue of the skateboarder's extremities and therefore increase endurance.

US Patent:

D4399455, Apr 3, 2001

Filed:

Mar 16, 2000

Appl. No.:

D/120438

Inventors:

Tracy Scott Kent - San Diego CA

International Classification:

2102

US Classification:

D21771