Patents by Inventor Thomas Norris

Thomas Norris 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: 20170156837
    Abstract: A method for applying a composition to teeth and a dispenser for dispensing a composition. The method of the present invention is directed to the storage and dispensing of a composition. During storage and subsequent use the composition in the storage chamber must be maintained segregated from the applicator surface. This is accomplished by delivering the composition from the storage chamber through a delivery channel having a length and a cross-sectional diameter sufficient to preclude the migration of moisture and the enzyme catalase from the application surface to the storage chamber. The composition is applied to teeth by means of bristles, a sponge surface or fibrillated surface. This applicator can be used with both aqueous and non-aqueous compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2017
    Publication date: June 8, 2017
    Inventors: Michael Prencipe, Suman Chopra, Joseph Thomas Norris, Adolfo Serrano
  • Patent number: 9610148
    Abstract: The method of the present invention is directed to the storage and dispensing of a peroxide containing tooth whitening composition. During storage and subsequent use the composition in the storage chamber must be maintained segregated from the applicator surface. This is accomplished by delivering the peroxide containing tooth whitening composition from the storage chamber through a delivery channel having a length and a cross-sectional diameter sufficient to preclude the migration of moisture and the enzyme catalase from the application surface to the storage chamber. The composition is applied to teeth by means of bristles, a sponge surface or fibrillated surface. This applicator can be used with both aqueous and non-aqueous peroxide containing tooth whitening compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Assignee: COLGATE-PALMOLIVE COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael Prencipe, Suman Chopra, Joseph Thomas Norris, Adolfo Serrano
  • Publication number: 20150026859
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for protecting the feet, ankles, knees and legs of a user who spends time on their knees or in a kneeling position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2013
    Publication date: January 29, 2015
    Inventor: Franklin Thomas Norris
  • Publication number: 20140356807
    Abstract: The method of the present invention is directed to the storage and dispensing of a peroxide containing tooth whitening composition. During storage and subsequent use the composition in the storage chamber must be maintained segregated from the applicator surface. This is accomplished by delivering the peroxide containing tooth whitening composition from the storage chamber through a delivery channel having a length and a cross-sectional diameter sufficient to preclude the migration of moisture and the enzyme catalase from the application surface to the storage chamber. The composition is applied to teeth by means of bristles, a sponge surface or fibrillated surface. This applicator can be used with both aqueous and non-aqueous peroxide containing tooth whitening compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2014
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Inventors: Michael Prencipe, Suman Chopra, Joseph Thomas Norris, Adolfo Serrano
  • Patent number: 8815216
    Abstract: The method of the present invention is directed to the storage and dispensing of a peroxide containing tooth whitening composition. During storage and subsequent use the composition in the storage chamber must be maintained segregated from the applicator surface. This is accomplished by delivering the peroxide containing tooth whitening composition from the storage chamber through a delivery channel having a length and a cross-sectional diameter sufficient to preclude the migration of moisture and the enzyme catalase from the application surface to the storage chamber. The composition is applied to teeth by means of bristles, a sponge surface or fibrillated surface. This applicator can be used with both aqueous and non-aqueous peroxide containing tooth whitening compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Michael Prencipe, Suman Chopra, Joseph Thomas Norris, Adolfo Serrano
  • Patent number: 8016157
    Abstract: The dispenser is comprised of a first hollow body and a second hollow body. The second hollow body fits into the first hollow body. The second hollow body has a closure at the open end. The second hollow body is maintained in the first hollow body by means of an interference fit. There also is at least one vent between the first hollow body and the second hollow body. The second hollow body will contain a medicament. In use the first hollow body and the second hollow body are separated, the lid on the closure of the second hollow body opened and a tablet dispensed into the first hollow body. A liquid such as water is added to the first hollow body to dissolve the tablet. This dissolved medicament is ingested in the usual way and the second hollow body placed back into the first hollow body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Inventors: Joseph Thomas Norris, Jeffrey Mayers, Peter Stagl
  • Publication number: 20070022644
    Abstract: Merchandise display systems and methods of displaying merchandise are disclosed. The merchandise display systems may draw consumers' attention to products with reduced impact on the space available to display the product. The merchandise display systems may illuminate products and/or portions thereof, evenly, or without casting shadows. The merchandise display systems may be attached to retail displays.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2006
    Publication date: February 1, 2007
    Inventors: Peter Lynch, Gary Joseph, Peter Maciulewicz, Thomas Norris, William Mahoney
  • Publication number: 20050166644
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and/or systems for applying treatment fluid to a plurality of fabric articles in a fabric treatment apparatus. The present invention is also directed to an apparatus capable of carrying out such methods and/or systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2004
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventors: Paul Amaat Gerald France, Linda McWilliams, Thomas Norris, Michael Ullom
  • Patent number: 6076381
    Abstract: Disclosed is a novel bicycle locking system for bicycles of all makes which embodies a conventional key and tumbler arrangement coupled to a cam and locking pin. The locking assembly of the system is installed on the steering column of the bicycle's frame and becomes an integral part of the bicycle. When in the locked position, the locking assembly renders the bicycle unrideable by virtually locking the steering wheel in a zero degree or forty-five degree angle. The locking assembly includes a first locking component with a semi-cylindrical surface positionable around the frame of a bicycle at an elevation adjacent to the elevation of an aperture therethrough. The assembly includes a second locking component with a semi-cylindrical surface positionable around the frame in mating contact with the first locking component to form a cylindrical component around the frame. The intermediate component has a radial aperture positioned in alignment with the aperture of the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2000
    Inventor: Thomas Norris Green
  • Patent number: D531504
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2006
    Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive Company
    Inventors: Joseph Thomas Norris, John Clifford Crawford, Peter Michael Stagl