Patents by Inventor Thomas E. Aley

Thomas E. Aley 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: 7673584
    Abstract: A vertical pet excrement collection device. The device is an absorbent fabric collecting sheet mounted on a frame and maintained in a substantially vertical orientation to catch pet excrement emitted that would not land on or be absorbed by a horizontal collection device. In one embodiment, the device is incorporated with and connected to an existing horizontal collection device such as a litterbox. In a second embodiment the collection device is a frame on which an absorbent sheet is mounted, the frame having an interconnected horizontal frame and vertical frame defining a horizontal pad and a vertical pad. Simple and quick removal and replacement of the absorbent material is provided so that a solid sheet may be easily replaced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Inventor: Thomas E. Aley
  • Publication number: 20090035077
    Abstract: The present invention includes a device and method for collecting debris discharged from a penetrating surface. The tool dust collector generally employs a substantially flat part with a substantially curved part to form a substantially non-rigid container to be positioned on or near the penetrating surface. The tool dust collector may include adhesive bands to position the device at the penetrating location. The device allows an individual to collect dust and debris safely, efficiently, and without a great deal of preparation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2007
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Inventor: Thomas E. Aley
  • Publication number: 20080178818
    Abstract: A vertical pet excrement collection device. The device is an absorbent fabric collecting sheet mounted on a frame and maintained in a substantially vertical orientation to catch pet excrement emitted that would not land on or be absorbed by a horizontal collection device. In one embodiment, the device is incorporated with and connected to an existing horizontal collection device such as a litterbox. In a second embodiment the collection device is a frame on which an absorbent sheet is mounted, the frame having an interconnected horizontal frame and vertical frame defining a horizontal pad and a vertical pad. Simple and quick removal and replacement of the absorbent material is provided so that a solid sheet may be easily replaced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2007
    Publication date: July 31, 2008
    Inventor: Thomas E. Aley