Patents by Inventor Norman Thomas Stieb

Norman Thomas Stieb 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).

  • Leak detection system for humidifier
    Patent number: 8430115
    Abstract: An electronic leak detection system for home humidifier using the duct air conditioning system. The leak detection system uses a simple sensor in a water collection tray under the humidifier to detect if leakage has occurred. An auxiliary solenoid valve is connected in line with the water supply to the humidifier. When leakage is detected, power to the humidifier system is shut down and an auxiliary solenoid valve is powered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Inventor: Norman Thomas Stieb
  • Leak Detection System for Humidifier
    Publication number: 20110162727
    Abstract: An electronic leak detection system for home humidifier using the duct air conditioning system. The leak detection system uses a simple sensor in a water collection tray under the humidifier to detect if leakage has occurred. An auxiliary solenoid valve is connected in line with the water supply to the humidifier. When leakage is detected, power to the humidifier system is shut down and an auxiliary solenoid valve is powered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2010
    Publication date: July 7, 2011
    Inventor: Norman Thomas Stieb