Patents by Inventor Meggan Maromonte

Meggan Maromonte 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).

  • Reusable straw and case with integrated cleaning, drying and sanitizing member
    Patent number: 11937718
    Abstract: The invention relates to a personal, reusable straw and a case comprising a holder for the straw, where the case comprises elements to flush, wash, clean, sanitize, and/or dry the straw in the holder. A pump may pump fluid from a fluid reservoir to lead fluid into and/or around the straw. A fan may blow air to the straw for drying the outside and/or inside of the straw. A heating element may dry the straw. A UV or other light source may provide light which is directed to sanitize the outer and inner surfaces of the straw. A controller in the case may control these elements. The controller may include a wireless transceiver for communication with a mobile application to enable a user to control the elements manually and/or via a program.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Inventors: James G. Gatto, Meggan Maromonte
  • Reusable straw and case with integrated cleaning, drying and sanitizing member
    Patent number: 11147891
    Abstract: The invention relates to a personal, reusable straw and a case comprising a holder for the straw, where the case comprises elements to flush, wash, clean, sanitize, and/or dry the straw in the holder. A pump may pump fluid from a fluid reservoir to lead fluid into and/or around the straw. A fan may blow air to the straw for drying the outside and/or inside of the straw. A heating element may dry the straw. A UV or other light source may provide light which is directed to sanitize the outer and inner surfaces of the straw. A controller in the case may control these elements. The controller may include a wireless transceiver for communication with a mobile application to enable a user to control the elements manually and/or via a program.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Inventors: James Gatto, Meggan Maromonte