Raymond D Thompson

US Patent:

39944220, Nov 30, 1976

Filed:

Mar 11, 1976

Appl. No.:

5/665764

Inventors:

Raymond C. Thompson - Minneapolis MN

International Classification:

G01F 1100

US Classification:

222266

Abstract:

A manually operated hand-held seed dispenser for dispensing multiple seed charges in a spaced linear relationship. The seeder is adjustable to dispense seeds of varying size and seed charges of varied predetermined quantity.

US Patent:

20150144362, May 28, 2015

Filed:

Nov 26, 2013

Appl. No.:

14/089944

Inventors:

- Pompano Beach FL, US
Raymond THOMPSON - Ft. Lauderdale FL, US

International Classification:

E01H 12/00

US Classification:

171107

Abstract:

The present invention is directed toward a sea turtle friendly beach cleaning assembly designed for removal of seaweed and other debris from a sand beach. The device includes a beach raking assembly including a plurality of tines, in conjunction with a drag bar and a wire basket. When pulled across a sand surface, the device functions by pulling a plurality of “S” shaped tines across the sand surface in a substantially non-invasive manner, thereby eliminating any possible damage to turtle nests. The cooperation of the tine assembly and drag bar function to leave behind a smooth and clean surface free of ruts that would otherwise impede the movements of turtles and hatchlings.