Patents by Inventor Matthew J. Galvez

Matthew J. Galvez 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).

  • Publication number: 20080180944
    Abstract: A low-profile light source is coupled to the underside of a toolbox such that the light source is not directly visible and light is emitted from underneath the toolbox. Most preferably, the low-profile light source is a colored neon light and produces a “ground effect” similar to that of underbody neon lighting in tuner cars.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Publication date: July 31, 2008
    Inventors: Matthew J. Galvez, James M. Galvez
  • Patent number: 7229185
    Abstract: A hand-held illuminator apparatus attachable to support structure, comprising an elongated body including a hand held section; a main light source carried by the body; circuitry in the body to supply electrical current to the light source; and at least one suction cup carried by the body to provide for positive releasable attachment of the apparatus to support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2007
    Assignee: National Electric Manufacturing Corporation
    Inventors: James M. Galvez, Matthew J. Galvez