Patents by Inventor Alan K. Uke

Alan K. Uke has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 10330295
    Abstract: In accordance with at least one example embodiments, a swivel lamp may include a primary housing, a lamp housing enclosing at least one light emitting member at a first end of the lamp housing and at least one light emitting member at a second end of the lamp housing, and a switch configured to control power to the light emitting members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2019
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Publication number: 20190186722
    Abstract: In accordance with at least one example embodiments, a swivel lamp may include a primary housing, a lamp housing enclosing at least one light emitting member at a first end of the lamp housing and at least one light emitting member at a second end of the lamp housing, and a switch configured to control power to the light emitting members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2017
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Patent number: 10047920
    Abstract: Disclosed is a flashlight which may include of a first window arranged at a first end of the flashlight, a light source configured to generate light, a first reflector configured to reflect light from the light source to the first window to generate a first beam of light, and a second reflector configured to reflect stray light from the light source through one of a first aperture and a first gap in the first reflector to generate a second beam of light leaving the flashlight through a second window.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2018
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Publication number: 20170314746
    Abstract: Disclosed is a flashlight which may include of a first window arranged at a first end of the flashlight, a light source configured to generate light, a first reflector configured to reflect light from the light source to the first window to generate a first beam of light, and a second reflector configured to reflect stray light from the light source through one of a first aperture and a first gap in the first reflector to generate a second beam of light leaving the flashlight through a second window.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Publication date: November 2, 2017
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Publication number: 20160324353
    Abstract: The present invention relates to ergonomically designed clothing hangers adapted for ease of hand-carrying and hanging on a closet rod. These ergonomic hanger designs feature a rod hook or suspension portion that includes at least two, and preferably three, linearly arrayed curved regions each adapted to ergonomically engage an adult human finger. In this way, for example, the index, middle, and ring fingers of one hand of a person carrying the hanger can easily and comfortably grasp the hanger by the suspension portion. When simultaneously carrying one or several such clothing hangers loaded with clothes, the resultant load is better distributed across the person's hand, allowing for easier, more comfortable, and less fatiguing transportation of the clothing item(s) hanging on the hangers. In preferred embodiments, at least one of the curved regions (often the central or second region among three) is also adapted to conform to the outer dimension and shape of a closet rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Alan K. UKE, Luis PREZLIN
  • Patent number: 8899777
    Abstract: Methods and devices are described that use one or more thermally responsive current-controlling elements to regulate current flow to an electrical component, particularly a light source such as an LED. Examples of such thermally responsive current-controlling elements include thermistors, inductors, and capacitors. for treating conditions or disorders which can be alleviated by reducing food intake are disclosed which comprise administration of an effective amount of a purine analog, alone or in conjunction with other compounds or compositions that affect satiety. The methods are useful for treating conditions or disorders wherein appetite reduction would be beneficial, including obesity and binge-eating disorder. Pharmaceutical compositions for use in the methods of the invention are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Assignee: Underwater Kinetics, LLP
    Inventors: Alan K. Uke, Elmer Frederick Fischer, David M. Giuntoli, Richard H. Gunderson
  • Patent number: 8770426
    Abstract: A shock-resistant and environmentally sealed container comprising a first section and a second section. A latching system for the container comprises a deflectable pin coupled to the first section of the container with a latch coupled to the second section. The latch includes a deflectable pin engaging member. When the deflectable pin engaging member is engaged with the deflectable pin, the deflectable pin absorbs relative movement between the first section and the second section of the container. Another embodiment of the container employs a latch containing a deflectable member. The latch is pivotally coupled to a latch pin that is mounted to either the first section or the second section of the container. The deflectable member is positioned between the latch pin and the latch, and the deflectable member is configured to absorb relative movement between the first section and the second section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Inventors: Jeffrey D. Arnett, Matthew P. Thomas, Alan K. Uke
  • Publication number: 20130206798
    Abstract: The present invention relates to ergonomically designed clothing hangers adapted for ease of hand-carrying and hanging on a closet rod. These ergonomic hanger designs feature a rod hook or suspension portion that includes at least two, and preferably three, linearly arrayed curved regions each adapted to ergonomically engage an adult human finger. In this way, for example, the index, middle, and ring fingers of one hand of a person carrying the hanger can easily and comfortably grasp the hanger by the suspension portion. When simultaneously carrying one or several such clothing hangers loaded with clothes, the resultant load is better distributed across the person's hand, allowing for easier, more comfortable, and less fatiguing transportation of the clothing item(s) hanging on the hangers. In preferred embodiments, at least one of the curved regions (often the central or second region among three) is also adapted to conform to the outer dimension and shape of a closet rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2013
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Inventors: Alan K. UKE, Luis PREZLIN
  • Patent number: 8147083
    Abstract: Headlights wherein one or more parameters associated with the illumination provided by the associated light source are described. Parameters that can be adjusted, for example, include the intensity of light exiting the headlight assembly, the dispersion of light emitted from the headlight, the direction of illumination, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2012
    Assignee: Underwater Kinetics, Inc.
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Publication number: 20110211341
    Abstract: Flashlight bezels, which comprise a bezel, lens, and a thermal conductor disposed in and through the lens so as to be positioned conduct heat from a light source positioned to one side of the lens to space on the opposite side of the lens, are described. When included in a flashlight, the thermal conductor portion of the bezel becomes associated with the light source so that heat generated by the light source, when energized, can be efficiently transferred to the environment, for example, water, in which the flashlight is being used. By so doing, the efficiency of the light source can be maintained, the service life of the light source may be extended, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Publication date: September 1, 2011
    Inventor: Alan K. UKE
  • Publication number: 20110084075
    Abstract: A shock-resistant and environmentally sealed container comprising a first section and a second section. A latching system for the container comprises a deflectable pin coupled to the first section of the container with a latch coupled to the second section. The latch includes a deflectable pin engaging member. When the deflectable pin engaging member is engaged with the deflectable pin, the deflectable pin absorbs relative movement between the first section and the second section of the container. Another embodiment of the container employs a latch containing a deflectable member. The latch is pivotally coupled to a latch pin that is mounted to either the first section or the second section of the container. The deflectable member is positioned between the latch pin and the latch, and the deflectable member is configured to absorb relative movement between the first section and the second section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2010
    Publication date: April 14, 2011
    Applicant: UNDERWATER KINETICS, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffery D. ARNETT, Matthew P. THOMAS, Alan K. UKE
  • Patent number: 7854529
    Abstract: Flashlight bezels, which comprise a bezel, lens, and a thermal conductor disposed in and through the lens so as to be positioned conduct heat from a light source positioned to one side of the lens to space on the opposite side of the lens, are described. When included in a flashlight, the thermal conductor portion of the bezel becomes associated with the light source so that heat generated by the light source, when energized, can be efficiently transferred to the environment, for example, water, in which the flashlight is being used. By so doing, the efficiency of the light source can be maintained, the service life of the light source may be extended, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2010
    Assignee: Underwater Kinetics, Inc.
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Patent number: 7837053
    Abstract: A shock-resistant and environmentally sealed container comprising a first section and a second section. A latching system for the container comprises a deflectable pin coupled to the first section of the container with a latch coupled to the second section. The latch includes a deflectable pin engaging member. When the deflectable pin engaging member is engaged with the deflectable pin, the deflectable pin absorbs relative movement between the first section and the second section of the container. Another embodiment of the container employs a latch containing a deflectable member. The latch is pivotally coupled to a latch pin that is mounted to either the first section or the second section of the container. The deflectable member is positioned between the latch pin and the latch, and the deflectable member is configured to absorb relative movement between the first section and the second section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Inventors: Jeffery D. Arnett, Matthew P. Thomas, Alan K. Uke
  • Publication number: 20090021929
    Abstract: Flashlight bezels, which comprise a bezel, lens, and a thermal conductor disposed in and through the lens so as to be positioned conduct heat from a light source positioned to one side of the lens to space on the opposite side of the lens, are described. When included in a flashlight, the thermal conductor portion of the bezel becomes associated with the light source so that heat generated by the light source, when energized, can be efficiently transferred to the environment, for example, water, in which the flashlight is being used. By so doing, the efficiency of the light source can be maintained, the service life of the light source may be extended, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Publication date: January 22, 2009
    Inventor: Alan K. UKE
  • Publication number: 20090016047
    Abstract: Methods and devices are described that use one or more thermally responsive current-controlling elements to regulate current flow to an electrical component, particularly a light source such as an LED. Examples of such thermally responsive current-controlling elements include thermistors, inductors, and capacitors. for treating conditions or disorders which can be alleviated by reducing food intake are disclosed which comprise administration of an effective amount of a purine analog, alone or in conjunction with other compounds or compositions that affect satiety. The methods are useful for treating conditions or disorders wherein appetite reduction would be beneficial, including obesity and binge-eating disorder. Pharmaceutical compositions for use in the methods of the invention are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2007
    Publication date: January 15, 2009
    Inventors: Alan K. Uke, Elmer Frederick Fischer, David M. Giuntoli, Richard H. Gunderson
  • Publication number: 20080285259
    Abstract: Headlights wherein one or more parameters associated with the illumination provided by the associated light source are described. Parameters that can be adjusted, for example, include the intensity of light exiting the headlight assembly, the dispersion of light emitted from the headlight, the direction of illumination, and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2008
    Publication date: November 20, 2008
    Inventor: Alan K. UKE
  • Publication number: 20080225519
    Abstract: A battery powered flashlight is described that has a pivot contact with an off-center pivot point and/or battery polarization is described. The flashlight is configured to allow batteries to be dropped into place without interference with internal flashlight components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2007
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Patent number: 7278753
    Abstract: A battery powered flashlight is described that has a pivot contact with an off-center pivot point and/or battery polarization is described. The flashlight is configured to allow batteries to be dropped into place without interference with internal flashlight components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke
  • Patent number: 7188969
    Abstract: A battery powered flashlight is described that has a rotatable head that bears the light source assembly. The flashlight can have side-by-side batteries, and can be configured to also include a glass breaker, and a seat belt cutter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2007
    Inventors: Alan K. Uke, Jeffery D. Arnett
  • Patent number: 7038598
    Abstract: A keyboard assembly having a housing with one or more openings in which keys are located. A circuit board is located inside the housing and adjacent to the keys such that striking the keys causes switches of the circuit board to be switched. A liquid resistant barrier is located between the keys and the circuit board, protecting the circuit board and/or other electronic components from being contacted by liquids spilled on the keyboard.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2006
    Inventor: Alan K. Uke