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Vancouver, Canada

Clifford B Hewson

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: 1029894 Ontario Inc., Foreign Developments Limited, Other. Active years: 1993-2002.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Clifford B Hewson. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/clifford-b-hewson

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 163(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Richmond, British Columbia, CA (1994)
  • Vancouver, CA (1993 - 2002)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal1 out of 1 
 
1029894 Ontario Inc.
 patent
silverMedal1 out of 1 
 
Foreign Developments Limited
 patent
bronzeMedal5 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2002

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6440014 - Apparatus for releasably connecting a basketball net to a basketball rim (2002-08-27),
2. 5953962 - Cable controller (1999-09-21),
3. 5664460 - Cable controller (1997-09-09),
4. 5367961 - Pallet support leg including semi-circular flange blades (1994-11-29),
5. 5365830 - Assembly for the domestic making of a fermented beverage under chilled (1994-11-22),
6. 5364639 - Beer making method (1994-11-15),
7. 5235901 - Method and apparatus for making a fermented beverage (1993-08-17),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Clifford B Hewson

Introduction

Clifford B Hewson is a notable inventor based in West Vancouver, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of sports equipment, particularly in basketball. With a total of seven patents to his name, Hewson's inventions reflect his dedication to enhancing the game and improving player experience.

Latest Patents

Hewson's latest patents include an innovative apparatus for releasably connecting a basketball net to a basketball rim. This apparatus features a collar designed to hold the net in an open position, allowing for the passage of a basketball. It also includes suspension arms with hook-shaped upper ends that can easily clip onto the rim. The design incorporates a suspension arm with a horizontally extending plate-shaped upper end, which extends over the rim and a reinforcing plate typical of many basketball rim structures. The materials used in the collar and suspension arms are elastic, allowing them to flex and return to their original shape, facilitating easy installation and removal from the basketball rim. Another notable invention is a cable controller, which consists of a housing with a cavity for a handle that pivots on a pin. This design allows for efficient control of the cable, enhancing functionality and ease of use.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hewson has worked with various companies, including 1029894 Ontario Inc. His innovative spirit and technical expertise have led to the development of practical solutions that

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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