Patents by Inventor William J. Buda

William J. Buda 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).

  • Smoking article
    Publication number: 20040261805
    Abstract: A cigarette having reduced ignition propensity and machine for making the cigarette is disclosed. The machine applies a material in longitudinal bands onto the cigarette wrapper for reducing the ignition propensity of the cigarette. The material may be applied by roller, spray or printing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2003
    Publication date: December 30, 2004
    Applicant: Brown & Williamson Tobacco Corporation
    Inventors: Joseph T. Wanna, William J. Buda, Douglas R. Hicks, Luis A. Barros