Patents by Inventor Cathy Santa Cruz

Cathy Santa Cruz 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).

  • Publication number: 20070256414
    Abstract: A system that is used for recuperating, increasing and generating energy that is inherent within a heat source. Any type of heat source can be utilized such as “ambient air” which is preferred, or the like. The system incorporates fluids namely, a liquid refrigerant and hot oil. The unusual new end results are accomplished when the liquid refrigerant and hot oil are mixed together resulting in a physical reaction that produces intense (P.S.I.'s) and highly pressurized foam which in turn provides lubrication and produces usable energy that can be used to power the system and/or transferred to a rotary shaft for work. Also, the system may be easily used for refrigeration or air conditioning purposes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2006
    Publication date: November 8, 2007
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Galen May
  • Publication number: 20070113450
    Abstract: A novel support stand used for support of an advertising sign thereon. The support stand being made from a “stick framework” arranged to resemble a human form with the framework being removably, adjustably interconnected together. The framework includes an upper body portion and a lower body portion. Each being removably adjustably attached together by a flexible device and the flexible device flexes when subjected to air turbulence caused by wind resulting in movement of the framework.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2005
    Publication date: May 24, 2007
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Robert Cotter
  • Publication number: 20070057036
    Abstract: Herein taught is a system that allows an individual to automatically transfer funds into a personal money saving program via a retailer/wholesaler. The system is novel as a percent of the actual sales price is incorporated into the purchase/sale and the percent is credited to the purchaser. Also, we provide numerous options that result in various levels of memberships each having novel characteristics and great money saving potential.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2005
    Publication date: March 15, 2007
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, John Ohm
  • Publication number: 20060218795
    Abstract: An integrally formed food plate such as used for picnics or the like and includes integrally attached utensils therewith in combination. The utensils when manually manipulated are easily detached for use. However, the utensils each further include novel pinholes that allow for re-attachment onto the food plate when not in use. Furthermore, the utensils may be standard such as in the form of a spoon, a knife and a fork, or as an alternative the utensils may be in the form of chopsticks. Another option is to include a toothpick that is integrally formed with the food plate yet is also detachable as well.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2005
    Publication date: October 5, 2006
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Paul McCain
  • Publication number: 20060216382
    Abstract: Herein taught is a container/device and a method or process of use, for prolonging the edible life span of a food product. The container/device comprising of either one bag, or in combination, an inner bag within an outer bag, and a reusable closure means. Thus, when a food product after purchase is stored within the container/device, the edible life span of the food product is greatly prolonged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2005
    Publication date: September 28, 2006
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Barbara Cooksey
  • Publication number: 20060081293
    Abstract: Herein disclosed is a control valve that eliminates backpressure from contaminating the main pressurized substance that is flowing into the valve. The valve is of very simplified construction including no moving parts, is maintenance free, easy to install, and very cost effective. The valve is in the form of a housing having inlet/outlet ports and the housing having only a ball bearing and a ball diverter therein. The valve may include identification means such as a serial number for tracking, thus reducing the likelihood of intentional tampering. Also, the valve may include a window for viewing the contents there through.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2004
    Publication date: April 20, 2006
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Anthony Cocucci
  • Publication number: 20060025738
    Abstract: As herein disclosed we provide a pre-packaged dispensable diaper with accessories. The diaper and accessory(s) are packaged and contained within an external wrapping in a sanitary manner. The external wrapping is position able between a folded closed position and an unfolded open position. When the external wrapping is in the unfolded open position it also functions as a sanitary placemat for placement of the baby thereon. Also, the external wrapping is in the form of a disposable bag and thus further functions for disposal of a soiled diaper and any other packages associated with the accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2004
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Bonnie Tharp
  • Publication number: 20060006621
    Abstract: As taught herein, we provide different embodiments for portable self-contained service carts, with each of the carts having a specific use and various tools and equipment for performing specialized tasks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2004
    Publication date: January 12, 2006
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, William Adams, Steven Waldren, Timothy Waldren, Phillip Waldren, Sharon Waldren
  • Publication number: 20050184024
    Abstract: A universal bottle-cap that is removably attachable onto the externally threaded bottleneck of a pre-existing beverage container. The bottle-cap being novel as it not only functions as a suitable sealing means but further includes a concealed internal compartment that allows for storage of an item of user choice therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2004
    Publication date: August 25, 2005
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Galen May
  • Publication number: 20050166852
    Abstract: A livestock supplement delivery system that is completely portable and is easily attachable and/or useable with any type of support surface of user choice, such as a fence post or the like. The system includes different embodiments but each embodiment provides the unusual results of protecting any exposed edges that would allow an animal to easily bite off a large chunk thereof. Thus, the animal can only ingest the supplement via licking rather than biting and results in controlled more regulated consumption.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2004
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Thomas Egbert
  • Publication number: 20050136986
    Abstract: An alarm and safety system used for detecting if an intruder is trying to abduct or kidnap an occupant while the occupant is sleeping, or the like. The safety system upon detection of the situation automatically actuates the alarm but more importantly simultaneously notifies ONSTAR™”, “AMBER ALERT™”, and or dials 911, each of which in turn notify proper emergency personnel. Thereafter, emergency personnel immediately call the residence and if no reply they will physically investigate the situation and respond accordingly. For additional safety, the system includes optional features that may be incorporated. For example, temperature, breathing sensors, and/or detection and recording means are inherent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2003
    Publication date: June 23, 2005
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Richard Early, Thomas Eaton
  • Publication number: 20050092158
    Abstract: Herein disclosed is a finger ring interconnected to a pick in combination, each of which may be removably yet fixedly interconnected together by a tether. We provide various embodiments and/or accessory options, including use of a magnet for attaching the device onto a metallic surface when not in use and/or the tether is retractable within the ring if so desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2003
    Publication date: May 5, 2005
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Paul Squillante
  • Publication number: 20050068162
    Abstract: A tamperproof occupant detection and alarm system for vehicles which when installed within any vehicle seat, and/or within a child's safety seat functions as a notification means to notify either the driver or passerby's that an occupant (such as a child or pet) still remains in the vehicle, including novel and unique safety features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2003
    Publication date: March 31, 2005
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, Richard Early, Thomas Eaton
  • Publication number: 20050029362
    Abstract: A method that is used for control of various liquids, including storage, mixing and dispersing thereof, but more particularly pertains to an improved method that is suitable for use with substantially any type of liquid of user choice. The method is economical, simplified, environmentally friendly, and includes use of multipurpose container(s) that further include various components and/or attachments that allow for storage, mixing and dispensing there from.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2004
    Publication date: February 10, 2005
    Inventors: Cathy Santa Cruz, William Adams, Steven Waldren, Timothy Waldren, Phillip Waldren, Sharon Waldren, Allan Schultz