Patents by Inventor Kelly R. Thorp

Kelly R. Thorp 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: 5947304
    Abstract: A magnetic mount marker holder is disclosed for receiving a plurality of dry erase markers and positioning them in the proximity of a dry erase board or similar erasable surface. The holder includes a rigid frame member and a plurality of cavities which originate from the top surface thereof and extend into the frame member. The cavities are sized such that they may accommodate a plurality of writing implements. Means are also provided for securing the holder to a desired surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1999
    Inventor: Kelly R. Thorp
  • Patent number: 5836038
    Abstract: An eraser is disclosed for use in conjunction with dry erase boards. The eraser includes a rigid support member having a layer of non-abrasive material attached to the bottom surface thereof and a strip of magnetic material attached to the top surface thereof. The non-abrasive material is used to remove the ink from the dry erase board, while the magnetic material allows the eraser to be conveniently positioned in relation to the dry erase board. The eraser is designed for use with any dry erase board.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 17, 1998
    Inventor: Kelly R. Thorp