Patents by Inventor Michelle D. Mullen

Michelle D. Mullen 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: 5978974
    Abstract: A rod includes a plunger attached thereto between first and second ends of the rod. The plunger is disposed within a cylinder and the rod extends through opposing ends of the cylinder. The cylinder is adapted to be attached to a toilet beneath a toilet seat. The cylinder includes an adjustable air port at each of the opposing ends thereof. The rod is adapted to be oriented with the first end above the second end, and to have the first end pivotally attached to the toilet seat. A foot operated apparatus is adapted to be positioned below the toilet seat, and includes a foot pedal at one end and a connection device at an opposite end. The connection device is configured to be pivotally connected to the second end of the rod. A fulcrum is positioned on the foot operated apparatus between the foot pedal and the connection device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 9, 1999
    Inventor: Michelle D. Mullen