Patents by Inventor Kevin Douglas Johnson
Kevin Douglas Johnson 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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Patent number: 10165878Abstract: A non-spill container having a collar and seal assembly from which drinking can occur at any location around a rim of the collar and seal assembly. The collar has an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a sidewall. The open upper end is proximate to and includes the upper end of a side wall, an upper perimeter and a rim. The closed lower end has a projection extending upward therefrom and at least one passage disposed through the closed lower end to channel a fluid. The sidewall has a tapered shape that extends from the open upper end inward toward the closed lower end and has a support surface provided along an inner surface adjacent to the open upper end. The support surface has at least one radial protrusion is disposed radially adjacent to the support surface to define at least one channel. A fastener assembly is provided on an external wall of the collar.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2017Date of Patent: January 1, 2019Assignee: MUNCHKIN, INC.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Publication number: 20180327182Abstract: A cassette for use in dispensing a pleated tubing. The cassette comprises an annular body having a generally U shaped housing with a central cylindrical core. The at least one wall has an upper end with a downturn lip disposed thereon. An annular cover extends radially outward from the central cylindrical core over the annular body defining a gap. The cover has a socket into which the upper end with the downturn lip is secured. A tubing is disposed within the u-shaped housing and withdrawn from the gap.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2018Publication date: November 15, 2018Applicant: MUNCHKIN, INC.Inventors: Steven Bryan DUNN, Kevin Douglas Johnson
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Patent number: 10080978Abstract: An illumination stacker game is described having audiovisual signals for placing rings of different colors onto a central core. Upon placement, sensors determine which ring has been placed and provide audiovisual feedback as to whether the ring placed is the one which was requested in the game sequence. Different levels of difficulties and different audiovisual modes of communication are involved including multiple languages.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2017Date of Patent: September 25, 2018Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Mark Gerard Tebbe, Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Richard Ernest Scott, Jr.
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Publication number: 20180235434Abstract: A compact drying rack is disclosed having a portable carry case which is opened to reveal various sized pegs to accommodate a variety of different types of bottles and bottle brushes.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2018Publication date: August 23, 2018Inventors: Samuel Antonio SAUCEDA, Mark A HATHERILL, Mark Gerard TEBBE, Kevin Douglas JOHNSON
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Patent number: 10053282Abstract: A cassette for use in dispensing a pleated tubing. The cassette includes an annular body having a generally U shaped housing with a central cylindrical core. The at least one wall has an upper end with a downturn lip disposed thereon. An annular cover extends radially outward from the central cylindrical core over the annular body defining a gap. The cover has a socket into which the upper end with the downturn lip is secured. A tubing is disposed within the u-shaped housing and withdrawn from the gap.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2015Date of Patent: August 21, 2018Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Kevin Douglas Johnson
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Publication number: 20180099805Abstract: A spill proof integrated container having a flexible cover, a snack container, a beverage cup and a straw. The snack container is attached to the beverage container. The snack container has a straw port. The flexible cover is secured over at least the snack container and has a diaphragm with slit openings formed through the diaphragm in order to access a first compartment within the snack container. The integrated container being useful for carrying both snacks and a beverage, all within a single integrated container.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2017Publication date: April 12, 2018Inventors: Kevin Douglas JOHNSON, Mark A. HATHERILL, Mark Gerard TEBBE, Adlin ASLAN
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Publication number: 20180093236Abstract: A mixing container is disclosed having a moving grip positioned outside of its lid such that the grip is rotatable to allow contents inside the container to pour out or to prevent the pouring of contents.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2017Publication date: April 5, 2018Inventors: Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Saxton, Katlyn Morris
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Publication number: 20180042415Abstract: A non-spill container having a collar and seal assembly from which drinking can occur at any location around a rim of the collar and seal assembly. The collar has an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a sidewall. The open upper end is proximate to and includes the upper end of a side wall, an upper perimeter and a rim. The closed lower end has a projection extending upward therefrom and at least one passage disposed through the closed lower end to channel a fluid. The sidewall has a tapered shape that extends from the open upper end inward toward the closed lower end and has a support surface provided along an inner surface adjacent to the open upper end. The support surface has at least one radial protrusion is disposed radially adjacent to the support surface to define at least one channel. A fastener assembly is provided on an external wall of the collar.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2017Publication date: February 15, 2018Applicant: Munchkin Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Patent number: 9888796Abstract: A non-spill container having a collar and seal assembly from which drinking can occur at any location around a rim of the collar and seal assembly. The collar has an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a sidewall. The open upper end is proximate to and includes the upper end of a side wall, an upper perimeter and a rim. The closed lower end has a projection extending upward therefrom and at least one passage disposed through the closed lower end to channel a fluid. The sidewall has a tapered shape that extends from the open upper end inward toward the closed lower end and has a support surface provided along an inner surface adjacent to the open upper end. The support surface has at least one radial protrusion is disposed radially adjacent to the support surface to define at least one channel. A fastener assembly is provided on an external wall of the collar.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2017Date of Patent: February 13, 2018Assignee: MUNCHKIN, INC.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Patent number: 9802756Abstract: A cassette for use in dispensing a pleated tubing within a waste container. The cassette including an annular body having a generally U shaped housing with a central cylindrical core. An annular cover extends inward over the annular body defining a gap. The cover is secured to the body and at least one elongated boss is disposed on an outer surface of the cassette. The elongated boss extends is adapted to receive a key element capable of rotating, or preventing rotation of the cassette.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2015Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Mark A. Hatherill, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Patent number: 9801481Abstract: A non-spill collar and valve assembly having a collar and a seal. The collar comprising an internal wall having a support surface and one or more passage therethrough. The internal wall having a frustoconical shape with an open upper end that extends downward and inwardly into a closed lower end with a projection extending outward therefrom and a fastener assembly provided opposite the internal wall. The internal wall further comprises a support surface provided along an inner surface of the open upper end having one or more protrusions disposed radially adjacent to the support surface defining one or more channels. One or more passages are disposed through the internal wall to channel a fluid at a desired flow rate. The seal has a first surface substantially similar to a shape of the internal wall is also provided. The seal has a blind bore recess on a lower surface for receiving and securing the projection therein.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2015Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Publication number: 20170295968Abstract: A non-spill container having a collar and seal assembly from which drinking can occur at any location around a rim of the collar and seal assembly. The collar has an open upper end, a closed lower end, and a sidewall. The open upper end is proximate to and includes the upper end of a side wall, an upper perimeter and a rim. The closed lower end has a projection extending upward therefrom and at least one passage disposed through the closed lower end to channel a fluid. The sidewall has a tapered shape that extends from the open upper end inward toward the closed lower end and has a support surface provided along an inner surface adjacent to the open upper end. The support surface has at least one radial protrusion is disposed radially adjacent to the support surface to define at least one channel. A fastener assembly is provided on an external wall of the collar.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2017Publication date: October 19, 2017Applicant: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan DUNN, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Publication number: 20170209803Abstract: An illumination stacker game is described having audiovisual signals for placing rings of different colors onto a central core. Upon placement, sensors determine which ring has been placed and provide audiovisual feedback as to whether the ring placed is the one which was requested in the game sequence. Different levels of difficulties and different audiovisual modes of communication are involved including multiple languages.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2017Publication date: July 27, 2017Inventors: Mark Gerard Tebbe, Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Richard Ernest Scott, JR.
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Publication number: 20170211987Abstract: A drain covering device is described with built in temperature sensors and lights which signal various measured temperatures which are acceptable, cold, or hot for an intended use. The device is easily separable and can be rinsed and stored using an attached suction cup.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2017Publication date: July 27, 2017Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Richard Ernest Scott, JR.
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Publication number: 20160166094Abstract: A bite proof drinking straw assembly. The drinking straw assembly has a straw comprising an upper portion and a lower portion of different durometers. The upper portion is made of a first material of a first durometer and the lower portion is made of a second material of a second durometer. The second material of the second durometer is different from the first material of the first durometer. An upper end of the lower portion is attached to a lower end of the upper portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2016Publication date: June 16, 2016Inventors: Mark Gerard TEBBE, Nairi Khachikian, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson
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Publication number: 20160106242Abstract: A non-spill collar and valve assembly having a collar and a seal. The collar comprising an internal wall having a support surface and one or more passage therethrough. The internal wall having a frustoconical shape with an open upper end that extends downward and inwardly into a closed lower end with a projection extending outward therefrom and a fastener assembly provided opposite the internal wall. The internal wall further comprises a support surface provided along an inner surface of the open upper end having one or more protrusions disposed radially adjacent to the support surface defining one or more channels. One or more passages are disposed through the internal wall to channel a fluid at a desired flow rate. The seal has a first surface substantially similar to a shape of the internal wall is also provided. The seal has a blind bore recess on a lower surface for receiving and securing the projection therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2015Publication date: April 21, 2016Inventors: Steven Bryan DUNN, Mark A. HATHERILL, Kevin Douglas JOHNSON, Matthew Joseph SAXTON
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Publication number: 20160083182Abstract: A cassette for use in dispensing a pleated tubing within a waste container. The cassette comprising an annular body having a generally U shaped housing with a central cylindrical core. An annular cover extends inward over the annular body defining a gap. The cover is secured to the body and at least one elongated boss is disposed on an outer surface of the cassette. The elongated boss extends is adapted to receive a key element capable of rotating, or preventing rotation of the cassette.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2015Publication date: March 24, 2016Applicant: MUNCHKIN, INC.Inventors: Steven Bryan DUNN, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Mark A. Hatherill, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Patent number: 9241588Abstract: A non-spill container assembly having a container, a collar and an annular seal from which drinking can occur at any location around a rim of the container assembly. The collar has an internal frustoconical shape wall with a circular upper end that extends downward and inwardly into a closed lower end. The closed lower end has a projection that extends outward from its center. The collar includes a support surface arranged along an inner surface of an upper edge of the circular upper end and a fastener assembly disposed adjacent to a bottom of the collar provided to securely fasten to a container. A plurality of passages are radially disposed around the projection in the internal frustoconical shape wall to channel a fluid. A plurality of radial protrusions disposed radially adjacent to the support surface defining various channels along the support surface.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2014Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Patent number: D744281Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2014Date of Patent: December 1, 2015Assignee: Munchkin, Inc.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Mark A. Hatherill, Kevin Douglas Johnson, Matthew Joseph Saxton
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Patent number: D808680Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2014Date of Patent: January 30, 2018Assignee: MUNCHKIN, INC.Inventors: Steven Bryan Dunn, Kevin Douglas Johnson