Patents by Inventor Herbert D. Stiles
Herbert D. Stiles 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).
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Publication number: 20030028936Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct spring bearing red raspberry cultivar named ‘Claudia’ (also tested as KCE-1), which is capable of consistantly producing large numbers of fruit in the spring midseason, the fruit being larger than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability, small red thorns and stiff upright canes which are slow to grow in the spring and quick to stop growth in the fall. These traits, along with native cold hardiness traits, has resulted in excellent winter survivability in ‘Claudia’ fruit grown in the northern U.S., east of the Rocky Mountains. Because of the slow growth of primocanes and the upright habit of the flowering trusses, fruit is usually not shaded and well presented during harvest.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2001Publication date: February 6, 2003Inventors: Harry J. Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Publication number: 20030028935Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct spring bearing red raspberry cultivar named ‘Esta’ (also tested as GEL-114), which is capable of producing large numbers of fruit in the early spring season, the fruit being similar to that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability, sparse red thorns and very vigorous canes and leaves which are commonly free of fungal diseases until leaves senesce in the Fall. ‘Esta’ has resistance to fluctuating winter and spring temperatures, this has resulted in excellent winter survivability in the Mid-Atlantic States. Because of the rapid growth of primocanes, fruit is usually shaded during harvest and fruit rot can occur if the primocane canopy is not separated from the fruiting canopy.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2001Publication date: February 6, 2003Inventors: Harry J. Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Publication number: 20030024021Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct thorny blackberry cultivar named ‘Chesapeake’, which is capable of producing very large fruit in the spring midseason, the fruit being much larger and similarly durable than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability, recurved thorns and its very flavorful fruit which is edible even when the fruit is immature.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2001Publication date: January 30, 2003Inventors: Harry J. Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Patent number: 5373660Abstract: A trellis system which can be used with raspberry and other fruit production includes a plurality of structural units (36) which are essentially two dimensional in shape to allow for flat packing and shipping. Trellis wires (34) are strung over a plurality of structural units (36) positioned in a trellis row and are subsequently anchored (34) to the ground at each end of the trellis row. The structural units (36) are positioned directly on the ground surface at any location desired by the user and do not need to be staked in the ground. In one embodiment, the structural units are a rigid one piece construction (10, 12, 14, or 16). In another embodiment, the structural units are made on site by connecting to essentially identical linear pieces (52 or 60) together. A wire loop connector (42 or 44) allows for quick and effective connection of a wire (46) once the structural units are positioned.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 1993Date of Patent: December 20, 1994Assignees: Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc., Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State UniversityInventor: Herbert D. Stiles
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Patent number: PP15647Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct primocane fruiting red raspberry cultivar named ‘Jaclyn’, which is capable of producing fruit much earlier than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by a vigorous suckering ability and its consistently large, dark, long conic and very symmetrical fruit. Fruit seldom sunscalds in the mid-Atlantic states when grown under standard irrigation and fertilization practices. Fruit aroma is very full, and fruit quality is excellent through even high temperatures. Fruit separation can be difficult in cooler weather.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2003Date of Patent: March 8, 2005Assignees: University of Maryland, University of Wisconsin, Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc.Inventors: Harry J. Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Patent number: PP12173Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct fall bearing red raspberry cultivar named ‘Josephine’, which is capable of producing fruit on primocanes, the fruit being larger, with tougher skin and more cohesive than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability and its large, round and extremely symmetrical fruit which ripens later than standard cultivars. Most drupelets tear apart rather than separate from each other and it is common to observe perfectly curvilinear rows of drupelets, i.e. along the latitudinal circumference of the fruit.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 1998Date of Patent: October 30, 2001Assignees: University of Maryland, Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc., University of Wisconsin at River FallsInventors: Harry Jan Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Patent number: PP12350Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct spring bearing red raspberry cultivar named ‘Emily’, which is capable of producing highly cohesive and firm fruit in the spring midseason, the fruit being larger and more durable than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability, small red thorns and its large and elongate fruit which have a much narrower cavity than standard cultivars. Because of this trait, the fruit of ‘Emily’ is structurally more sound than other cultivars.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 1998Date of Patent: January 15, 2002Assignees: University of Maryland, Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc., University of Wisconsin at River FallsInventors: Harry Jan Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Patent number: PP13878Abstract: The present invention is a new and distinct thorny blackberry cultivar named ‘Chesapeake’, which is capable of producing very large fruit in the spring midseason, the fruit being much larger and similarly durable than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability, recurved thorns and its very flavorful fruit which is edible even when the fruit is immature.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2001Date of Patent: June 17, 2003Assignees: University of Maryland, Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc.Inventors: Harry J. Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Patent number: PP10411Abstract: Ths invention relates to a new and distinct fall bearing golden fruited raspberry cultivar named `Anne` which is capable of producing fruit on primocanes, the fruit being larger and more cohesive than that of the standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by moderate suckering ability, and its round-conic, light colored and symmetrical fruit. Additionally, it is characterized by its sparsely thorny upright canes, with fall fruit appearing on the upper quarter of the cane.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 1996Date of Patent: May 26, 1998Inventors: Harry Jan Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian R. Smith
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Patent number: PP10412Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct fall bearing red raspberry cultivar named `Caroline` which is capable of producing a large amount of larger, more flavorful and more cohesive fruit on primocanes 1-3 weeks earlier than standard cultivars. The cultivar is characterized by its moderate to high suckering ability, its conic, smooth and symmetrical fruit. Additionally, its thorn characteristics and its upright canes with fall fruit appearing on the upper half of the cane.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 1996Date of Patent: May 26, 1998Inventors: Harry Jan Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian A. Smith
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Patent number: PP10610Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct spring bearing red raspberry cultivar named `Lauren` which is capable of producing large fruit of floricanes that ripen 1 to 3 weeks earlier than `Titan`, the only other large fruited cultivar grown in the eastern United States, and several days to weeks earlier than most standard cultivars currently in widespread use. The cultivar is characterized by its moderate suckering ability, its conic, smooth and symmetrical fruit. Additionally, its canes are upright and vigorous, and it does not normally produce a fall crop.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 1996Date of Patent: September 22, 1998Inventors: Harry Jan Swartz, Joseph A. Fiola, Herbert D. Stiles, Brian A. Smith