Patents by Inventor Laura Hughes

Laura Hughes 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: 9022677
    Abstract: A writing apparatus that provides a writing tool and also provides a small compartment for mounting and holding a piece of food, preferably candy, for consumption. The writing apparatus is preferably a pen that includes an internal pen casing with a volume of ink. In addition, an item of food, preferably candy, is located in a rear-mounted compartment on the writing apparatus and can be exposed when an individual is hungry. A cap can be used to cover the item of food when an individual is not hungry or when the writing apparatus is being used for writing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2015
    Inventors: Clifford A. Hughes, Laura Hughes
  • Publication number: 20070224912
    Abstract: The invention relates to a structure for demonstrating and interacting wherein the structure includes a collapsed position for long-term storage, a folded or storage position for temporary storage, and a plurality of expanded positions that are suitable for displaying or interacting with large-scale dolls. The structure or dollhouse includes a central support surface or platform. A hinge connects a lower rear wall to the platform. When removed from storage, the lower rear wall folds down and to the rear of the platform. Columns are attached to the bottom of the platform, and the columns support the platform above a floor. At least one wing is selectively attached to one of the columns and can rotate about the connection to the column. The at least one wing rotates from a position that partially encloses the space beneath the platform to a second position that creates a simulated room next to the platform. The at least one wing includes a support surface in-plane with the platform.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2006
    Publication date: September 27, 2007
    Inventor: Laura Hughes