Patents by Inventor Daniel J. Koughan

Daniel J. Koughan 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: 7865988
    Abstract: A sleep surface is formed by joining longitudinal sides of two juxtaposed air bladders, thereby providing a continuous sleep surface having two independently inflatable air chambers. A support member can be inserted between the two independently inflatable air bladders to provide a continuous sleep surface that eliminates vertical displacement of a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignee: Select Comfort Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel J. Koughan, Tracey Thompson, Darryl L. Schmitz, Jennifer Bertram
  • Patent number: 6883191
    Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon. Additionally, bed legs are provided that are configured to mate with contours in the foundation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2005
    Assignee: Select Comfort Corporation
    Inventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Daniel J. Koughan, Brian C. Beth, Donald J. Smith, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Kevin J. Ward
  • Patent number: 6708357
    Abstract: A rigid corner piece for maintaining the square appearance of a mattress having foam sides. The corner piece anchors two of the foam pieces together to form a butt joint. The corner piece is constructed and arranged to be relatively undetectable by a person sitting on the side of the bed. The corner piece preferably defines a groove into which the two foam pieces may be placed at a relatively right angle to each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2004
    Assignee: Select Comfort Corporation
    Inventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Anna Khoruts, Daniel J. Koughan
  • Publication number: 20030131418
    Abstract: A rigid corner piece for maintaining the square appearance of a mattress having foam sides. The corner piece anchors two of the foam pieces together to form a butt joint. The corner piece is constructed and arranged to be relatively undetectable by a person sitting on the side of the bed. The corner piece preferably defines a groove into which the two foam pieces may be placed at a relatively right angle to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2002
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Inventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Anna Khoruts, Daniel J. Koughan
  • Publication number: 20030079284
    Abstract: A bed foundation is provided which is constructed of blow-molded plastic and may be assembled without using tools. The components of the bed foundation all have lengths of less than 60 inches and may be packaged together in a container having a length less than 60 inches and a girth less than 84 inches, so as to avoid shipping penalties. The components are constructed and arranged to allow disassembly and storage when the foundation is not in use. One embodiment provides a bed foundation that, when assembled, has a top panel which overhangs the side rails to permit an oversized mattress to be placed thereon. Additionally, bed legs are provided that are configured to mate with contours in the foundation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2002
    Publication date: May 1, 2003
    Inventors: James D. Gaboury, James E. Gifft, Daniel J. Koughan, Brian C. Beth, Donald J. Smith, Michael A. Andreini, Alan L. Carlson, Kevin J. Ward
  • Patent number: 6327719
    Abstract: In order to provide additional flexibility in a portable restroom, a base assembly is specifically designed to include an internal tank capable of maintaining and carrying flushing fluid. Thus, when a flushing restroom is desired, an additional tank is not needed. In order to convert to a flushing model, the base assembly is simply filled with appropriate liquid, and a pump is added. In addition to providing additional capabilities, the additional fluid in the base unit provides for more weight, thus increasing the stability. Also, the base assembly has a support structure which can be snap fit to the tank member. By allowing the snap fitting feature, the support structure can be designed very rugged, however will very easily and completely attach to the tank member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2001
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Douglas E. Lobertmann, Daniel J. Koughan, Ronald J. Holmstadt, Richard E. Eliasen, Todd Hilde
  • Patent number: D444570
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul A. Pilosi, Darrin M. Swagel, Ronald J. Holmstadt, Daniel J. Koughan, Dean M. Carstens, Douglas E. Loebertmann, Todd Hilde, Richard E. Eliasen
  • Patent number: D447814
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2001
    Assignee: Satellite Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrin M. Swagel, Paul A. Pilosi, Micah T. Somers, Ronald J. Holmstadt, Daniel J. Koughan, Douglas E. Loebertmann, Dean M. Carstens