Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Carnes, Cona, Dixon
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Patent number: 6220184Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 5, 1999Date of Patent: April 24, 2001Inventor: Leon John Sack
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Patent number: 6186702Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: March 14, 1998Date of Patent: February 13, 2001Inventor: Michael Scott Bartkowski
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Patent number: 5842553Abstract: The present invention is a device designed to assist in the transport of sediments and debris in storm water holding facilities, swamps, bogs or similar environments. The device is self propelled and remote controlled. The device is fed material by a mechanical hoe or by workers in the wetlands and transports the debris and sediments by conveyor belt to a truck or solid ground. When the area is cleared the device moves, by remote control, along the endless track to a new location.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 1995Date of Patent: December 1, 1998Inventor: Thomas Martin Garland
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Patent number: 5550524Abstract: An adjustable thermostat range limit apparatus consists of a base member having a pair of adjustable temperature limit means. The thermostat range limit apparatus is attached in the proximity of a conventional thermostat so that the adjustable temperature limit means can come into contact with the temperature control level of a conventional thermostat. These adjustable temperature limit means will provide for a restriction in the temperature range in which the temperature control lever can be set.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 1994Date of Patent: August 27, 1996Inventor: Ralph W. Zimmerman
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Patent number: 5522409Abstract: The present invention provides for a vehicle cover apparatus that includes a front housing that is secured to the front bumper of a vehicle and a back housing that is secured to the rear bumper of a vehicle. The front housing stores the front portion of the vehicle cover apparatus while the back housing stores the back portion of the vehicle cover apparatus. The front portion includes a first collapsible canopy-like frame that is affixed, by clamping devices, onto the front area of a vehicle. A first fabric cover is attached to the first frame. The back portion includes a second collapsible canopy-like frame that is affixed, by clamping devices, onto the back area of a vehicle. A second fabric cover is attached to the second frame. Once the first and second frames are removed from its respective housing, the front portion meets with the back portion are secured in place by an attachment device, such as buttons or hook and loop material.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 1994Date of Patent: June 4, 1996Inventor: Margaret E. May
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Patent number: 5505303Abstract: The present invention comprises a tool box apparatus that is used to carry and store the tools and equipment that are commonly used by individuals who plaster or drywall. The tool box apparatus of the present invention includes a first wall that is parallel to a second wall, an opened top and an enclosed bottom. The first portion includes a plurality of parallel slots for receiving and maintaining blades that are used by drywallers. The second portion includes a compartment that is used for storing other commonly used items by individuals who drywall. This second portion can be provided with a cover or lid.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 1994Date of Patent: April 9, 1996Inventor: Levi J. Sirman
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Patent number: 5441073Abstract: A dispenser assembly provides for a hydro-injected venturi release of an erodible solid into a liquid. This dispenser assembly regulates the flow of a fluid direction and pressure through an activation chamber which contains a chemical capsule, and provides adequate levels of solution concentration. The dispenser assembly consists of a lower body member, an upper body member which contains the activation chamber, and an hydro-injector venturi assembly. The hydro-injector venturi assembly controls the rate of pressure of a fluid entering the upper body member into the activation chamber as well as the flow out of the chamber by means of a venturi plate.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 1994Date of Patent: August 15, 1995Inventor: Francis B. Hoadley
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Patent number: 5415085Abstract: This invention provides for an apparatus that will shell and separate the shells from the meat of a cracked nut or legume. The apparatus of the present invention is also provided with an adjustable slide plate that will render the apparatus with the capacity of dehulling any variety nut or legume.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 1994Date of Patent: May 16, 1995Inventor: Kirk Thomson
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Patent number: 5414884Abstract: A seat cushion assembly is provided that is specifically designed to alleviate the problems, such as discomfort, pressure sores, pressure ulcers, and hemorrhoids, that are associated with long term sedentary positions (i.e. patients in wheelchairs). The seat cushion assembly of the present invention includes a base having a pair of openings. Cushion inserts are located in the openings. The seat cushion assembly, when in use, provides an individual with an equal amount of pressure distribution in the gluteal region.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 1994Date of Patent: May 16, 1995Inventor: Robert O. Mackenzie
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Patent number: 5410793Abstract: This invention provides for a tool to remove spindle, wheel, or other type bearings located in conventional spindles for various four wheel drive vehicles. The tool consists of an elongated threaded rod, washers, a body member, nuts, and an extractor having a unique configuration.The tool is inserted into the bore of the spindle at an angle to allow for the extractor to pass through the bearing and be located under the bearing. A conventional hand ratchet, air ratchet, or hand wrench is then used to rotate the nut clockwise in order to remove the bearing from the spindle.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 1993Date of Patent: May 2, 1995Inventor: Charles E. VanBibber
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Patent number: 5402836Abstract: The present invention provides for a valve assembly to include a cap which is removably secured to a spout of a water bottle. The cap further includes an aperture for receiving a hollow shank having an opened top and an opened bottom. A shaft is received in the opened bottom of the shank for permitting the shaft to slide freely and vertically within the shank. The shaft further includes at least one hole encompassing the side wall of the top area and a stop extending outwardly from an enclosed top. This stop contacts the opened top of the shank to maintain for the assembly to be in a closed position, accordingly, providing the hole to be covered by the shank. Located at the bottom of the shank is a first flange and located at the bottom of the shaft is a second flange. A locking ring is releasably attached to the shaft for maintaining the valve assembly to be in a closed position. In order to activate the valve assembly, the cap is attached to the spout of a bottle.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 1994Date of Patent: April 4, 1995Inventors: Pat K. Hasper, Wolfgang A. Hasper
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Patent number: 5399092Abstract: An apparatus that aids in the diagnosis and analysis of an individual suffering from a psychological ailment. The apparatus contains a top end and a bottom end wherein the top end represents a manic region and the bottom end represents a depression region. Between these two regions are the mild depression region, the normal region, and the hypomania region proceeding in order from bottom to top. Various elements that represent psychological states are provided so that the user can place the elements that represent that person's current state onto the appropriate region.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 1993Date of Patent: March 21, 1995Inventor: Rosalyn N. Olsen