Patents Represented by Law Firm Brinkley, McNerney, Morgan, Soloman & Tatum, LLP
  • Patent number: 6157298
    Abstract: A one or two-piece safety helmet to be used while biking, skating, rollerblading or while performing other recreational activities using non-motorized vehicles, wherein in one configuration, the helmet is comprised of an inner and outer shell secured together via VELCRO.TM. or snaps, wherein both shells meet appropriate helmet safety standards. The helmet features a chin-strap, directional signals, a break light, an AM/FM radio, and two-way communication capabilities. The directional signals and break light allows a user to warn others when the user is turning or slowing down. Pre-recorded warning messages in the form of a voice message or a warning signal may be stored on a chip embedded within a electronics module situated in the rear of the outer shell of the helmet. The messages or warning signals alert the user when the chin-strap is not secured or the helmet is not being properly used.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2000
    Inventors: Mitchell D. Garfinkel, Phil Bart
  • Patent number: 6135015
    Abstract: A process that kills, or renders organically inactive, one-hundred percent of the bacteria and enzymes, as well as any other non-pathogenic microorganisms present in fresh squeezed citrus and non-citrus fruit juices and fruit juice blends, as well as fruit pulps, and dairy products. The process results in the aseptic packaging of one hundred percent natural juices and milk having a shelf life extending from two to three years without the need for refrigeration, and without the use of artificial preservatives or additives. The process also preserves the natural taste, colors, and odors typically found in fresh squeezed juices and juice blends, an citrus pulp. The invention additionally encompasses an industrial apparatus kills, or otherwise deactivates the enzymes, bacteria, and microorganisms that cause spoilage in perishables such as fruit juice, fruit juice blends, fruit pulp, wines, milk, chocolate milk, butter, yogurt, cultured milk products, beer, malt and oat beverages, soups, and soft drinks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2000
    Inventor: Alejandro Mendez