Patents by Inventor Thomas Mullenaux

Thomas Mullenaux 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: 20210301506
    Abstract: The water-dispensing method for furniture incorporates a water recovery process, a water STT process, and a discharge process. The water recovery process: a) converts water contained in a gas phase in the atmosphere into water in a liquid phase; b) initially treats the converted liquid phase water to remove microorganisms and other chemical contaminations; and c) transports the initially treated liquid phase water to the water STT process. The water STT process: a) receives and stores the initially treated (liquid phase) water from the water recovery process; b) subsequently treats the stored water with a final treatment to remove microorganisms and other chemical contaminations; and, c) transports the treated stored water to the discharge process. The discharge process: a) receives the water from the water STT process after the final treatment; and, b) controls the discharge of the water received from the water STT process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2020
    Publication date: September 30, 2021
    Inventor: THOMAS MULLENAUX
  • Publication number: 20210283529
    Abstract: The vehicular water-dispensing method incorporates a water recovery process, a water STT process, and a discharge process. The water recovery process: a) converts water contained in a gas phase in the atmosphere into water in a liquid phase; b) initially treats the converted liquid phase water to remove microorganisms and other chemical contaminations; and c) transports the initially treated liquid phase water to the water STT process. The water STT process: a) receives and stores the initially treated (liquid phase) water from the water recovery process; b) subsequently treats the stored water with a final treatment to remove microorganisms and other chemical contaminations; and, c) transports the treated stored water to the discharge process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2020
    Publication date: September 16, 2021
    Inventor: THOMAS MULLENAUX
  • Patent number: 11066286
    Abstract: The water-dispensing system for furniture further includes a plurality of vessel structures. Each of the plurality of vessel structures is a mechanical structure that contains the water in preparation for consumption. The plurality of vessel structures automatically refills the water after the water has been consumed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2021
    Inventor: Thomas Mullenaux
  • Patent number: 10994978
    Abstract: The vehicular water-dispensing system is an enhancement to non-provisional application U.S. Ser. No. 16/695,416. Application U.S. Ser. No. 16/695,416 comprises a first retractable hose and a second retractable hose. The vehicular water-dispensing system comprises a logic module, a solenoid valve, a flow meter, and a plurality of vessel structures The logic module, the solenoid valve, and the flow meter controls the flow of drinking water into the plurality of vessel structures. The flow meter measures the flow of drinking water discharged from the solenoid valve. The logic module, the solenoid valve, and the flow meter are electrically connected to form a feedback loop that controls the flow of drinking water through the solenoid valve. Each of the plurality of vessel structures is a mechanical structure that contains the drinking water in preparation for consumption. The plurality of vessel structures automatically refills the drinking water after the drinking water has been consumed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Inventor: Thomas Mullenaux
  • Patent number: 10626581
    Abstract: The water dispensing system for furniture includes a water dispensing system that is built into or attached onto an item of furniture. Water is stored within a reservoir within a water system housing and may be pumped through a first filter to one of two retractable hoses. The water is provided via a dehumidifier and second filter that draw moisture from the air and purify the resulting water. At least one retractable hose is provided, and includes a mouthpiece. When the at least one retractable hose is released, said hose is pulled back into the item of furniture to stay out of the way. When not in use, the retractable hoses are wound around spring-loaded reels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2020
    Inventor: Thomas Mullenaux
  • Patent number: 10513213
    Abstract: The vehicular water-dispensing system is a water dispensing system adapted for use in a vehicle. Water is stored within a reservoir located in the trunk of the vehicle and may be pumped through a filter to one of two retractable hoses. One retractable hose is provided on each side of the dashboard and the retractable hoses may be pulled out of the dashboard to use. Each retractable hose terminates with a mouthpiece. When either retractable hose is released that hose is pulled back into the dashboard. When not in use, the retractable hoses are wound around spring-loaded reels. The vehicular water-dispensing system may further comprise a refrigeration system adjacent to the reservoir to chill the water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Inventor: Thomas Mullenaux
  • Patent number: 10405670
    Abstract: The water dispensing system for furniture includes a water dispensing system that is built into or attached onto an item of furniture. Water is stored within a reservoir within a water system housing and may be pumped through a filter to one of two retractable hoses. Optionally, the water is provided via a water line that connects to plumbing of a respective building in which the item of furniture is located. At least one retractable hose is provided, and includes a mouthpiece. When the at least one retractable hose is released, said hose is pulled back into the item of furniture to stay out of the way. When not in use, the retractable hoses are wound around spring-loaded reels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2019
    Inventor: Thomas Mullenaux