Patents by Inventor Howard Ira Miller

Howard Ira Miller 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).

  • Labeling device
    Patent number: 6792988
    Abstract: A labeling device is provided. The labeling device can accommodate labels and media having differing geometries.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2004
    Assignee: Memorex Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Howard Ira Miller
  • Method and apparatus for treatment of compact discs
    Publication number: 20040014404
    Abstract: Apparatus for rendering a compact disc unplayable comprises first and second pressing elements and at least one spoiling element interposed between the pressing elements. The pressing elements are adapted to be brought together to press the spoiling element against a disc placed therebetween thus causing damage to the information bearing surface of the disc. In a preferred embodiment, the or each spoiling element includes scraping means which may comprise a serrated blade or an abrasive material. Rotation of the disc relative to the scraping means when the disc is sandwiched between the pressing elements results in the disc's information bearing surface being scratched or otherwise damaged. A method of rendering unplayable a compact disc is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2002
    Publication date: January 22, 2004
    Applicant: Rocky Mountain Traders, Inc.
    Inventor: Howard Ira Miller
  • Labeling device
    Publication number: 20030168179
    Abstract: A labeling device is provided. The labeling device can accommodate labels and media having differing geometries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2002
    Publication date: September 11, 2003
    Applicant: Rocky Mountain Traders, Inc.
    Inventor: Howard Ira Miller