Patents Examined by Robert A. Mafer
  • Bubble producing toy
    Patent number: 5498191
    Abstract: A hand holdable bubble producing toy that, when activated by the user, produces a stream of bubbles. Activation of the toy is accomplished by manually moving of a trigger which electrically operates a fan and a pump as well as a film producing mechanism in order to produce the dispensed bubbles and includes a collection system for recycling unused bubble solution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 12, 1996
    Inventor: Robert A. DeMars
  • Self releasing tree support strap
    Patent number: 4852299
    Abstract: A tree support strap is described which is made of a climatologically degradeable material so that it will deteriorate and fall away from the tree after an initial period of support lasting a predetermined period of time. The support strap attaches to conventional stays or guy wires but does not require these wires to actually contact the trunk of the tree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 1987
    Date of Patent: August 1, 1989
    Inventors: Copley H. Smoak, Terrill L. Chalfant