Patents by Inventor Michael J. Schutte

Michael J. Schutte 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: 10014616
    Abstract: An outlet cover for an electrical outlet. The outlet cover includes a plate having at least one opening sized and positioned to receive an electrical outlet, a lid hingedly attached to the plate so that the lid can be moved between an open position that allows access to the electrical outlet and a closed position wherein the lid is in a locked position covering the electrical outlet, and a locking assembly having a locking pin. The lid includes a latch which cooperates with the locking pin in order to lock the lid in a closed position or release the lid for opening it for access to the electrical outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2018
    Assignee: STAYCONNECT, LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Schutte, Richard W. Turner
  • Publication number: 20140162480
    Abstract: An outlet cover for an electrical outlet. The outlet cover includes a plate having at least one opening sized and positioned to receive an electrical outlet, a lid hingedly attached to the plate so that the lid can be moved between an open position that allows access to the electrical outlet and a closed position wherein the lid is in a locked position covering the electrical outlet, and a locking assembly having a locking pin. The lid includes a latch which cooperates with the locking pin in order to lock the lid in a closed position or release the lid for opening it for access to the electrical outlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventors: Michael J. Schutte, Richard W. Turner
  • Patent number: 8152543
    Abstract: An outlet cover for an electrical outlet which prevents unintentional disconnection of an electrical plug from the electrical outlet. The outlet cover includes a plate having at least one opening sized and positioned to receive the electrical plug and a lid hingedly attached to the plate so that the lid can be moved between an open position that allows access to the electrical outlet and a closed position wherein the electrical outlet is covered by the lid. The lid includes a base, a prong having a proximal portion connected to, and extending outwardly from, the base, and a distal portion that is spaced from the base by the proximal portion. The electrical cord is positioned between the prong and the base such that the prong and base cooperate together to secure the electrical cord such that the electrical plug is not unintentionally disconnected from the electrical outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2012
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte
  • Patent number: 8021174
    Abstract: An outlet cover for an electrical outlet which prevents unintentional disconnection of an electrical plug of an electrical cord from the electrical outlet. The outlet cover includes a plate having at least one opening sized and positioned to receive the electrical plug and a lid hingedly attached to the plate so that the lid can be moved between an open position that allows access to the electrical outlet and a closed position wherein the electrical outlet is covered by the lid. The lid includes a base having an outward facing surface, a prong having a proximal portion connected to, and extending outwardly from, the base, and a distal portion that is spaced from the base by the proximal portion, and at least one bump extending outwardly from the outward facing surface of the base. The electrical cord is positioned between the prong and the base, and also between the prong and the at least one bump such that the electrical cord engages the prong and the at least one bump.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte
  • Patent number: 5100391
    Abstract: A double-bladed scalpel for removal of tissues requiring consistent width along their length. Identical metal scalpel blades are mounted to an integral rigid supporting handle. The two blades protrude outwardly from one bifurcated handle end. A contoured finger rest permits the user to exert substantial cutting pressure when using the scalpel in applications where scribing of bony tissue is required.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 31, 1992
    Inventors: Michael J. Schutte, Jerry J. King
  • Patent number: 5026385
    Abstract: A double-bladed scalpel for removal of tissues requiring consistent width along their length. Identical metal scalpel blades are embedded within an integral rigid supporting handle. The two blades protrude outwardly from one bifurcated handle end. A contoured finger rest permits the user to exert substantial cutting pressure when using the scalpel in applications where scribing of bony tissue is required.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 25, 1991
    Inventors: Michael J. Schutte, Jerry J. King
  • Patent number: D329699
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1990
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1992
    Inventors: Michael J. Schutte, Jerry J. King
  • Patent number: D330082
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1992
    Inventors: Michael J. Schutte, Jerry J. King
  • Patent number: D620780
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte
  • Patent number: D628044
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte
  • Patent number: D628045
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte
  • Patent number: D628046
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte
  • Patent number: D666472
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: StayConnect, LLC
    Inventor: Michael J. Schutte