Patents by Inventor Joseph D. Fano

Joseph D. Fano 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: 4037867
    Abstract: A sanitary waste collector has a disposable container forming a scoop. The container is loaded onto and carried by a rod and frame assembly. The eliminations of an animal may be captured directly into or be scooped into the container with the aid of a disposable scraper at the end of a separate spring loaded rod and handle assembly. When the container is filled it is sealed by pulling a pull ribbon attached to a folded flap at the bottom of the container and by pulling the flap over the front of and onto the top of the container and pressing the flap against an adhesive surface. The sealed container can drop out by inverting the rod and frame assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 1975
    Date of Patent: July 26, 1977
    Inventors: Joseph D. Fano, Fu Hwa
  • Patent number: 4003595
    Abstract: A sanitary waste receiver is used for receiving and collecting waste products and droppings of dogs and similar animals. The waste receiver includes a disposable container having a draw band and combined with a spring loaded rod assembly and capable of being locked in a closed position until ready for disposal. In the open position the container can be conveniently used to capture animal feces. The rod assembly includes a sliding handle with a lock slide and a hook for the draw band of the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 1975
    Date of Patent: January 18, 1977
    Inventors: Joseph D. Fano, Fu Hwa