Patents by Inventor Paul Fair

Paul Fair 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: 20110154572
    Abstract: A pillow includes a compressible fill material and a flexible shell covering the fill material. A track is at least partially embedded in the flexible shell, and a clip is slidingly engaged with the track. The clip defines an opening for attaching an item to the pillow. Various kinds of items may be attached. In another variation, a slipcover includes a flexible shell configured to conform to an outer shape of a particular pillow, and also includes a track at least partially embedded in the flexible shell. A clip is slidingly engaged with the track and defines an opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2010
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Applicant: The Boppy Company, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Fair, Kristin A. Tidwell, Catherine P. McNeil, Clarice Bonzer
  • Publication number: 20110156455
    Abstract: A shopping cart liner includes a body configured to nest in the child seat portion of a shopping cart. The body may define one or more openings positioned to enable the feet of a child seated in the shopping cart to protrude through the body, and the shopping cart liner includes a track at least partially embedded in a portion of the shopping cart liner. A clip is slidingly engaged with the track, and defines an opening for attaching an item to the shopping cart liner. An item such as a toy, teething ring, pacifier, or other item may be attached. The body may be padded, and, and may include one or more pockets. The shopping cart liner may include a seat belt for securing a child to the shopping cart liner, and may be used in combination with a pillow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2010
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Applicant: The Boppy Company, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Fair, Kristin A. Tidwell, Catherine P. McNeil, Clarice Bonzer
  • Publication number: 20110127132
    Abstract: A carrying case with a first enclosure ad at least one additional enclosure which includes a substantially rigid, and selectively removable protective compartment which must be oriented at a predetermined position for both insertion and selective removal. The selectively removable protective compartment may be adapted for isolated and secure storing of delicate or fragile items.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2010
    Publication date: June 2, 2011
    Applicant: THULE ORGANIZATION SOLUTIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Paul Fair, James A. Bergh
  • Publication number: 20110117808
    Abstract: Systems and methods enable attaching toys or other items to child care equipment such as a play gyms, swings, bouncers, changing pads, and the like. Attachment is accomplished by passing a compressible portion of the item to be attached through an opening in the child care equipment. The opening may be provided by a hole in the equipment, or by a hole in a clip engaged with a rod embedded in or attached to the equipment. The clip may slide along the rod to adjust the position of the item. In one application, rods embedded in a play gym provide a structural support for a canopy of the play gym, and also may receive clips for attaching toys or other items to the play gym.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2009
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Applicant: The Boppy Company, LLC
    Inventors: Paul Fair, Kristin A. Tidwell, Catherine P. McNeil, Clarice Bonzer
  • Publication number: 20090266727
    Abstract: A camera storage case is provided that includes a camera support system. The camera support system may be made of EVA foam and made to conform to the exterior perimeter surface of the camera. The camera support system may also include a tube to protect the camera's interconnected lens. The storage case can be configured as a backpack, messenger bag, or holster. Flexible lens holders are included in the storage case to facilitate easy access to stored lenses. Furthermore, the storage case provides dividing walls to allow the user to selectively configure the interior storage compartment of the camera case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2008
    Publication date: October 29, 2009
    Applicant: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Fair, Josh Buller
  • Publication number: 20090193582
    Abstract: A rocker bed assembly for infants includes upper and lower hollow frame members that join with a mid-section frame via respective hinge members. The hinge members, which include push button release mechanisms, are positioned on each side of the rocker bed along the upper portion and lower frame portions and function to position the respective frame members relative to the mid-section frame. The release mechanisms enable pivoting of the frame members, and therefore, the rocker bed, between an opened, fully extended position and closed, folded position. The mid-section frame forms a slightly curved base for engaging a support surface. A flexible fabric covering is stretched tautly about the frame assembly to provide a support surface for the infant lying thereon. The taut covering, combined with the curved base, allow the bed to be rocked by the motion of the infant or by a caregiver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2008
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Applicant: Gold Bug, Inc.
    Inventors: Jamie Kummerfeld, Paul Fair, Lynn Rosen
  • Patent number: 7500560
    Abstract: A golf bag includes a body having opposite upper and lower ends and a compartment therebetween configured to contain golf clubs, and a base ring enclosing the body proximate the lower end. A foot is coupled to the base, wherein the base ring is pivotably mounted to the foot adjacent an outer perimeter of the base. The base ring is movable over the foot between a standing position and an inclined position when the foot is located stationary on a supporting surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2009
    Assignee: TRG Accessories, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Paul Fair, Jamie Kummerfeld
  • Publication number: 20080196185
    Abstract: An oral care implement includes a display and/or a plurality of other lighted regions, together with an element for inducing motion in a head region. The display and/or lights are used to provide instructions to the user regarding a periodically-performed oral care regimen. The motion-inducing element can be pulsed or otherwise selectively activated to signal different intervals in the regimen. Upon successful conclusion of the oral care regimen, the lights and/or display and the motion-inducing element are used to provide a game or other entertainment to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: August 21, 2008
    Inventors: John J. Gatzemeyer, Eduardo J. Jimenez, Robert Riebe, Paul Fair, James E. Michaels, Evan Ward
  • Publication number: 20080141478
    Abstract: An oral care implement has a user-interactive display that displays images representing oral care regions of the mouth. The user can interact with the display by playing a game, which can relate to oral care. An oral care implement has a plurality of lighted segments that can be sequentially illuminated to indicate a recommended brushing sequence. The lighted segments can be shaped and/or labeled to indicate particular oral care regions of the mouth. In accordance with another aspect, an oral care implement can be equipped with features to encourage social interaction between two or more individuals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2007
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Inventors: John J. Gatzemeyer, Eduardo J. Jimenez, Robert Riebe, Paul Fair, Dong Ho Yun
  • Publication number: 20080141476
    Abstract: An oral care implement has an interactive display that displays images representing oral care regions of the mouth. The user can interact with the display by playing a game, which can relate to oral care. An oral care implement has a plurality of lighted segments that can be sequentially illuminated to indicate a recommended brushing sequence. The lighted segments can be shaped and/or labeled to indicate particular oral care regions of the mouth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2006
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Inventors: John J. Gatzemeyer, Eduardo J. Jimenez, Robert Riebe, Evan Ward, Paul Fair, James E. Michaels, Kevin Connor
  • Publication number: 20060195968
    Abstract: An athletic glove having at least one padded insert is provided. The padded insert comprises reticulated or open cell form, or a rubber formed into a matrix that allows ventilation paths.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2005
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: Donald Powell, Robert Africa, Paul Fair
  • Publication number: 20060099057
    Abstract: A flexible folding storage device is provided that includes a first triangular section hingedly interconnected to a second triangular section, thus providing the user with the ability to customize the storage area depending on amount and size of space that is required for storage of items. The triangular sections can be configured to create a storage system in the form of any one of a rectangle, a larger rectangle, a triangle, two independent triangles, or a triangle that is larger than either of the previously mentioned triangles. Both triangular sections can be optionally collapsed so that no extra space is used when a storage device is not necessary.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2005
    Publication date: May 11, 2006
    Inventor: Paul Fair
  • Publication number: 20060049674
    Abstract: A child seat organizer is provided for placement between a child safety seat and a vehicle seat, and which includes a barrier for placement on the vehicle seat that is adapted to receive the child safety seat and is easily secured to the vehicle seat to prevent unwanted movement. In addition, one or more storage compartments may be interconnected to the barrier and are located adjacent to the child safety seat when it is placed on the barrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2005
    Publication date: March 9, 2006
    Inventor: Paul Fair
  • Patent number: D578468
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2008
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: James A. Bergh, Paul Fair, Mark E. Phillips
  • Patent number: D578469
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2008
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Fair, James A. Bergh, Mark E. Phillips
  • Patent number: D633300
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2011
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Fair
  • Patent number: D634124
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Fair
  • Patent number: D634545
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2011
    Assignee: Thule Organization Solutions, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Fair
  • Patent number: D637366
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2011
    Assignee: Doskocil Manufacturing Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Allen F. Grainer, Paul Fair
  • Patent number: D638332
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Assignee: Doskocil Manufacturing Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Fair