Patents Represented by Attorney Philip A Steiner
  • Patent number: 6681519
    Abstract: A self-clamping Christmas tree stand provides a stable platform for a Christmas tree that allows simple installation and adjustment of the tree angle without having to be positioned under the tree to perform the adjustments. The tree stand uses the weight of the tree to firmly clamp the tree's trunk. A clamping mechanism provides a constant grip that will not loosen unless an upward force is provided by the user. The adjustment range of the tree trunk angle with respect to the vertical plane may be varied to accommodate tree trunks of different shapes. Lastly, the tree stand includes a large liquid reservoir to maintain the tree's moisture content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2004
    Inventor: Richard E. Cone
  • Patent number: 6672933
    Abstract: This invention provides a method for using one or more inflatable three-dimensional humanoid figures for use in background scenes associated with still photography, motion pictures and video productions which are low in cost, lightweight, easy to use, easy to store, easy to transport and provides a greater range of viewing angles. It is also envisioned that this invention can be used for corporate conventions requiring the illusion of a large number of participants, in advertising and other functions where the illusion of large numbers of people enhance the overall objective of the functions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2004
    Inventor: John Stanley David Stanier
  • Patent number: D468975
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2003
    Inventor: Sanford White
  • Patent number: D470770
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2003
    Inventors: Craig Dale Machado, Joseph Fredrick Amaral
  • Patent number: D484222
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2003
    Inventor: Richard Andrew Zenobio
  • Patent number: D484578
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2003
    Inventor: Richard A Zenobio
  • Patent number: D485783
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2004
    Inventor: Phillip Delton Youngman