Marc H Segal

Title: Marc H. Segal and the Towable Collapsible Patient Supporting Carrier.

Introduction

Marc H. Segal is an inventor associated with Huntington Beach, California. His patent describes a collapsible carrier designed to help transport an injured person over varied terrain.

Latest Patents

Segal is credited with 1 patent: “Towable Collapsible Patient Supporting Carrier.” The invention can be configured as a backboard or stretcher and towed behind a person, animal, or vehicle, including a bicycle, motorcycle, snowmobile, or personal watercraft.

The carrier consists of interconnected support sections that can be arranged in a collapsed configuration for carrying medical supplies or extended to support an injured person. Each section includes a frame and one or more supporting members, such as a rigid plate or flexible material. A tow connector at the front attaches to a towing member, while transport components near the opposite end—such as wheels, skis, or a flotation member—help the carrier move across different surfaces.

Career Highlights

The patent reflects an emphasis on adaptable emergency transport. Its collapsible design combines a compact configuration for supplies with an extended configuration for patient transport, while its towing connection and interchangeable transport components support use in different environments.

Collaborations

The provided information identifies Mark A. Jackson as Segal’s coworker. It does not specify their respective roles in developing the patented carrier.

Conclusion

Marc H. Segal’s patented carrier presents a versatile approach to moving injured people by combining a collapsible support structure, towing capability, and transport components suited to varied terrain.