Patents by Inventor Barbara Boston

Barbara Boston 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: 9004592
    Abstract: A wheelchair slipcover is provided that includes a first covering member and a second covering member that is adjustable for different wheelchair sizes and configurations. The first covering member has a back covering portion covering a back of the wheelchair, armrest covering portions extending around from both sides of the back covering portion and attaching vertically along the seat portion of the wheelchair. A second covering member covers the seat and the backrest, positioned on the first covering member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Inventor: Barbara Boston
  • Publication number: 20140145478
    Abstract: A wheelchair slipcover is provided that includes a first covering member and a second covering member that is adjustable for different wheelchair sizes and configurations. The first covering member has a back covering portion covering a back of the wheelchair, armrest covering portions extending around from both sides of the back covering portion and attaching vertically along the seat portion of the wheelchair. A second covering member covers the seat and the backrest, positioned on the first covering member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2012
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Inventor: Barbara Boston
  • Patent number: 6076079
    Abstract: An electronic calculating device for conveniently calculating a percentage of a value, as is often performed in a restaurant or bar when calculating a gratuity based on the amount of a bill is provided. The invention is a device having a first side and a second side, with a control mechanism on the first side which the server or diner can use to input a bill amount. A control mechanism is positioned on the second side for causing a processor to calculate a percentage value of the bill amount. Preferably, a display is provided for displaying the percentage value or tip amount, as well as the total of the tip and the amount of the bill.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2000
    Inventors: Bob Boston, Barbara Boston