Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Carnes, Cona, Dixon
  • Patent number: 6672995
    Abstract: The present invention is a variable resistance hand gripper ideally suited for use in exercising and strengthening the muscles of the hand and forearm. In order to provide optimum-strengthening capabilities, the present invention includes a plurality of removably resistance devices that are removably secured to the hand gripper device. The user can select the number of resistance devices so as to provide a device that includes adjusting capabilities. The device further comprises a pair of handles pivotally secured and having a upper section and a lower section. The upper section includes the resistance devices and the lower section receives the hands of the user. Adding or removing these conventional resistant elements will provide for the resistance to increase or decrease, as deemed necessary for peak muscle strengthening during utilization by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2004
    Inventor: Oscar Baltodano
  • Patent number: 6361446
    Abstract: The present invention provides for an automatic swinging device with a natural rhythm of the swinging motion that is designed and configured to be coupled to any desired apparatus that can be sat on and in which the user wishes to be swung automatically, if desired, and manually, when desired. The present invention is an apparatus that can be attached to any device so as to provide for a final product that not only provides an automatic swinging motion having natural rhythm, but also provides for a unit that allows the user to swing naturally, when desired, so as to prevent hindrance of free swing, and to adjust the angle of the automatic swing motion. In an optional configuration, the present invention can include an attachment element that will eliminate wobbling during the swing motion, a feature generally associated with conventional swings. To enable such a configuration, the swing device of the present invention comprises a driving unit, an actuating unit, and a power unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2002
    Inventors: Sydney William Lawson, Ronald David Lawson
  • Patent number: 6360825
    Abstract: The present invention is an automatic fire extinguisher that is ideally suited for use with electric or gas stoves. The automatic fire extinguishing device is designed and configured to be removably secured to any sized commercial or residential range hood so as to offer protection by having a device that will automatically extinguish a fire safely, quickly and efficiently. The structure and design of the fire extinguisher is such that it is installed easily and will be nonobtrusive and still provide for an aesthetically pleasing hood while offering protection to the consumer. The system of the present invention comprises a hollow housing that maintains a dispersing media for extinguishing a fire. A mechanical movement device is located within the housing. The mechanical movement device is in contact with the housed media. In use, once a fire is detected, this mechanical movement device will force the housed media to the outlet and innately provide a device that can utilize any media for extinguishing a fire.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2002
    Inventors: Randall Padgett, J. Michael Pons
  • Patent number: 6359568
    Abstract: The present invention is a rescue device including a casing having a hollow interior area. The casing includes an opened top and enclosed bottom. Removably secured to the opened top is a lid. Located within the casing is a gas cylinder, having a gas that is lighter than air. This gas cylinder is coupled to a collapsible and inflatable balloon. A sensing mechanism is coupled to a valve. This valve is coupled to the gas cylinder. Once a change in the electrical potential is detected via the sensing mechanism, it triggers the valve. This will cause the valve to open and hence allow for the gas to enter and fill the balloon. During the inflation process, the balloon expands and inherently causes the top to be lifted and remove for allowing the balloon to float and travel upwards. The balloon is maintained to the device via a tether.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2002
    Inventor: Harry Calvin Johnson
  • Patent number: 6327815
    Abstract: The present invention is a modular landscape apparatus including a plurality of brackets. The brackets are used with conventional landscaping timbers secured thereto. The brackets includes different embodiments to provide the user with a variety of options for forming any desired shaped border in a landscape design. The brackets include a pivotal mechanism which enables the option of transforming the bracket to any desired angle and for ultimately forming any desired boarder pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2001
    Inventors: Thomas Hayward Becton, Billy Franklin Coffey
  • Patent number: 6279244
    Abstract: The present invention is a demonstration set for sizing rings to an individual and to provide a solution to rings which can pass the wearer's knuckle, but rotates easily when secured to the finger. The demonstration set includes a holding apparatus having at least two sets of gauges. Each gauge includes a plurality of rings in various and the rings increase in incremental sizes. An attaching device is secured to each ring of each set of gauges for enabling the ring to be removably and slideably secured to the holding device. A ring guard-type item is secured to each ring of at least one set of gauges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Inventor: George Thomas Kelley
  • Patent number: 6264216
    Abstract: The present invention is a multi-purpose cart device having wheels and including a first section and a second section. Each section includes a hollow interior area that can be used for storing and maintaining any desired items. The sections can be fabricated from insulating material to allow for each section to act as a cooler. Each section further includes a mechanism for enabling it to convert to a chair when desired. Located between each section is a foldable and collapsible table. The final product is a cart that is beneficial, advantageous, and one, which will simplify and minimize the process of carrying and taking items to a recreational event.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2001
    Inventor: Carol Wilson
  • Patent number: 6254490
    Abstract: An automatic swing device to be used in combination with a conventional porch swing is disclosed and includes a frame member that will support a conventional porch swing and maintain the components of the automatic swing device. Secured to the swing is a motorized rotating arm assembly. This rotating arm assembly includes a fractional horsepower gear motor. An initiation assembly is coupled to the rotating arm assembly. This initiation assembly includes a clutch arm that is connected to a stop unit. The stop unit is connected to the fractional horsepower gear motor. In operation, the user sits on the swing and pushes back, this will cause the rotating arm assembly to active the initiation assembly. The initiation assembly will provide for the clutch arm to pull back, forcing the stop unit to be disengage and cause for the automatic operation of the device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Inventors: Sydney William Lawson, Ronald David Lawson
  • Patent number: 6244084
    Abstract: The present invention is a remote control lock device that is used with any type of rotating lock typically associated with residential homes, offices, or the like. This device can be a singular unit utilized with a dead bolt mechanism, a key operated lock or a combination of a dead bolt mechanism and key operated lock. The locking device comprises a gear assembly having an adapter coupled to the gear assembly and the conventional lock mechanism. A motor assembly is coupled to the gear assembly. Activation of the motor assembly will cause the rotation of the gear assembly. Rotation of the gear assembly will force the adapter to move, causing the conventional lock mechanism to rotate to a desired position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2001
    Inventor: Tod L. Warmack
  • Patent number: 6244721
    Abstract: An automatic illuminated helmet comprising at least one light source that is automatically activated by an activation device. The activation device is a pressure switch located within the helmet. In this design, as the switch contacts the user's head, the light source will be activated. Hence, when the helmet is worn, activation will occur. In an alternative embodiment, a photovoltaic panel is used to re-charge the power supply.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2001
    Inventors: Mark F. Rodriguez, Eugenia L. Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 6220184
    Abstract: The present invention is a cart assembly comprising a top portion which is adapted to be removably secured to a lower portion. The top portion includes a rotatable table, known as a lazy Susan and secured to the rotatable table is a lock device, which enables the rotatable table to lock in a fix position when desired by the user. A removing device allows for the top portion to be removably secured to the bottom portion. This will render the top portion, when removed, to act as a tray for adequately and efficiently transport the finished product and to prevent handling by the user to intrinsically reduce damage thereto. The lower portion includes a plurality of legs. The legs, preferably includes lockable wheels to provide conveyance of the assembled assembly, when the top portion is secured to the bottom portion, or solely the bottom portion. The lower portion supports the top portion and is designed to aid the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2001
    Inventor: Leon John Sack
  • Patent number: 6206406
    Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus that will adequately and efficiently dispense a substance, such as fertilizer, repellent, which is removably secured to a conventional tractor to allow for adequate traveling thereof. The present invention includes a frame member and a trailer. The frame member includes a first portion or first boom and a second portion or second boom that are pivotally mounted to the trailer via a pivoting mechanism. Each portion or boom operates is designed and configured to operate independently and travels transversely from the conventional tractor to enable utilization and includes a truss configuration. These booms can be raised or lowered by way of a height adjusting mechanism. In addition, the portions or booms can also be relocated centrally and rearwardly with respect to the tractor for rendering a more compact unit which will provide an easy method for transporting the apparatus from field to field, from field to barn, barn to field, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Inventors: Brad May, Don May, Jr., Fount May, Jr., Fred B. May, John Lawson Taylor, II
  • Patent number: 6186702
    Abstract: An artificial reef that will adequately promote marine growth, marine life, and prevent erosion by providing a unique designed and configuration. The artificial reef is a vertical structure having an enclosed top wall, an opened bottom, and at least three side walls for forming an overall geometrical shape. An opening extends through the enclosed top wall and at least one opening extends through each side wall. This design and configuration will provide an optimum means for water flow and provide adequate and efficient stability of the final structure. This will ultimately prevent damage, roll overs, or the like, even during turbulent weather conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2001
    Inventor: Michael Scott Bartkowski
  • Patent number: 6162515
    Abstract: The present invention is a lighted tree structure comprising a hollow central pole having a top end and a lower end. Secured to the top end is an end cap; while secured to the lower end is an attaching device for attaching the tree structure to a particular surface, such as the ground. A lifting and lowering mechanism is slideably mounted to the central pole. Pivotally secured to the end cap are a plurality of hollow branches. Located within each branch is an illuminated device. A pivot bar is secured to each branch and to the lifting and lowering mechanism to enable the branches to extend outward when in a display position and collapsed when in a storable position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Inventor: Eric Hill
  • Patent number: 6145531
    Abstract: A temperature sensitive valve includes a body having an interior area, a top end having an inlet and a lower end having an outlet. The top end is design and configured to be removably secured to an exterior faucet located for allowing water to flow when the temperatures are approaching extreme cold conditions, such as freezing, so as to prevent the pipes from freezing, and eventually bursting. Located within the body, between the inlet and outlet, is a resilient tube situated in a bent position. Affixed to the resilient tube an elongated rod fabricated from a temperature sensitive material. As temperatures approach freezing conditions, the rod will decrease in size and thus move away from the resilient tube, enabling it to move upward and thus, become slightly unbent. This will provide for an opening to exist within the bent region of the tube and enable fluid flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2000
    Inventors: Craig Richard Cazenave, Clinton R. McCowen
  • Patent number: 6142785
    Abstract: An educational device and method is provided. Comprising a first glove having a first set of digits for receiving the fingers and thumb of one hand and a second glove having a second set of digits for receiving the fingers and thumb of the other hand. A first set of indicia is provided. Located on each digit is an indicia. The indicia located on each digit on the first glove represent a first set of indicia. This first glove further includes a second set and a third set of indicia. The indicia located on each digit of the second glove represent a fourth set of indicia. This second glove includes a fifth and sixth set of indicia. The first set of indicia and the fourth set of indicia are used to learn to count while the second indicia and the fifth indicia are used to learn right from left. The fifth indicia and the sixth indicia are used to learn geometry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1998
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2000
    Inventor: Trudy Williams
  • Patent number: 6131733
    Abstract: The present invention is a s holding device capable of being secured to a conventional golf bag. The holding device includes a holding body having an interior storage area for storing items, such as, and preferable, golf tees. The interior area is accessible via an opened top and the open top constitute a first removal mechanism. An attaching mechanism extends through said holding body for providing and enabling closure and accessibility to the interior storage area and for enabling attachment to a conventional golf bag. A second removal mechanism extends through the holding body and is configured for enabling items to be removed from the interior storage area singularly while preventing items to be inserted into the interior area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Inventors: Monty K. Ergle, Edward F. Rutkoski
  • Patent number: 6062318
    Abstract: The present invention is a blade which is designed and configured to be utilized with conventional edging devices. The blade of the present invention is substantially U-shaped and includes a top planar wall having opposite ends. Extending outward from each end is a rectangular shaped end portion. When in use, the outer walls of the end portions will contact the ground. This will offer the user a device which is versatile and powerful. For protecting the user, a cover is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Inventor: David C. Andrews
  • Patent number: 6055850
    Abstract: A multi-directional permeameter apparatus is disclosed for the purpose of determining the coefficients of permeability by utilizing a constant (or falling) head method for the laminar flow of a fluid, such as water, through a specific material or sample which is being tested. The apparatus includes a mold removably secured to a base. A lid is removably secured to the mold to render a device which can be used for compaction as well as testing. Inlet and outlet ports are located in the apparatus for allowing fluid flow to occur in both the horizontal plane and the vertical plane for determining the coefficients of permeability of a particular sample either horizontally, vertically, or simultaneously horizontally and vertically.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2000
    Inventors: Daniel R. Turner, Cristina S. Crawford
  • Patent number: 6019227
    Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus that will extract a desired material from an undesired material. The apparatus of the present invention comparison a front portion, a middle portion, and a back portion. The front portion includes the driving method for the device as well as a plurality of teeth which contacts the undesired material containing the desired material and transports the collection to the middle area via a conveyor. The middle portion includes the separating area. The middle portion includes a rotating cylinder including a series of sections. At least one encompassing side wall of a section is made of a wire mesh material to provide for the section to have a plurality of perforations. This will provide for the undesired material to escape from the middle portion via the openings of the wire mesh. From the middle portion, the collected material travels to the back portion where the desired material is collected in a receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2000
    Inventor: Alexander Douglas May, III