Patents by Inventor Frank J. Akin

Frank J. Akin 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).

  • Absorbent article including liquid containment beams and leakage barriers
    Patent number: 5575785
    Abstract: An absorbent article includes first and second liquid containment beams that are moveable relative to a moisture barrier. In particular embodiments, leakage barriers formed of a liquid impermeable material are bonded to the moveable containment beams to impede lateral movement of liquid. In other embodiments, the moisture barrier is formed of a breathable material and the leakage barriers are positioned between the containment beams and moisture barrier to minimize condensation on an exterior surface of the moisture barrier. Desiccant particles may also be included adjacent the moisture barrier to further minimize condensation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 19, 1996
    Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Corporation
    Inventors: Stanley M. Gryskiewicz, Frank J. Akin, David M. Jackson, Earle H. Sherrod
  • Method for aiding cessation of smoking
    Patent number: 5021457
    Abstract: Individuals are aided in smoking cessation by administering internally phenylpropanolamine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 1989
    Date of Patent: June 4, 1991
    Assignee: Plough Inc.
    Inventors: Frank J. Akin, Robert Klesges, Lisa Klesges