Patents Represented by Attorney David L. Volk
  • Patent number: 5797209
    Abstract: A fish catching device is provided that is anchored, retrievable, and supports a plurality of fishing lines. A main body is buoyant and floatable, and is formed from a plurality of upper surfaces, each of which supports an extension arm. A bottom surface forms and supports a female threaded anchoring orifice, and an anchor reel threadingly affixes within the anchoring orifice and supports a sinker via a sinker line. Additionally, a plurality of line segments are provided and supported each by an extension arm, and retain an float and fishing hook to provide a plurality of individual fishing sites upon one device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 25, 1998
    Inventor: Timothy A. Nicholas
  • Patent number: 5794920
    Abstract: A hydraulic motor is configured to drive a cable spool. A first fluid diverting valve is hydraulically connected between a discharge of a vehicle steering pump and the hydraulic motor. The first fluid diverting valve is configured to divert full fluid flow to a vehicle power steering box, and to divert full fluid flow to the hydraulic motor. A second fluid diverting valve is hydraulically connected between the first fluid diverting valve and an inlet of the vehicle steering pump. The second fluid diverting valve is configured to divert full fluid flow from the first fluid diverting valve to the hydraulic motor and to divert full fluid flow from the first fluid diverting valve to the inlet of the vehicle steering pump, bypassing the hydraulic motor and permitting fluid flow between the inlet of the hydraulic motor and the outlet of the hydraulic motor through the second fluid diverting valve so that manual operation of the winch is permitted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1998
    Inventor: Gale A. Kronberger
  • Patent number: 5794303
    Abstract: A hand-held, pocket size vacuum with scraper combination is disclosed which is primarily for use when rubbing off and cleaning up the scrapings left behind from a "scratch-off" lottery ticket. Activated by a power switch and battery, the DC Motor and centrifugal blower are located directly above a removable residue cartridge with filter. The centrifugal blower creates a flow of air between an intake port and discharge ports which flows past the storage container which collects the scrapings for subsequent disposal. The device becomes a scraping device through use of the scraper blade or abrasive wheel mechanism which is affixed to one end of the unit near the vacuum intake port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1998
    Inventors: Jakie Sanfilippo, Donna Sanfilippo
  • Patent number: 5790021
    Abstract: A remote control holder includes a platform having two opposing long sides. A wall is disposed along each of the long sides and extends upwardly from the platform. Each wall includes a padded structure disposed along an inward facing surface thereof The padded structure includes a flexible cover thereon. A first switch is disposed within one of the padded structures adjacent the cover. A remote control unit is of sufficient width for the remote control unit to depress the first switch by urging against the padded structures and the first switch when the remote control unit is placed on the platform with the bottom broad surface parallel to and touching the platform. The first switch is connected to a first power source and a timer circuit. The timer circuit is connected to a transmitter and configured to control the operation thereof. The remote control unit includes a second power source connected to a receiver, and the receiver connected to a sound generating circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1998
    Inventors: Ivor Mickel, David L. Volk
  • Patent number: 5788299
    Abstract: An elongated shaft has a first end and a second end and has a handle fixably attached at the second end. There is also an arcuate solid shovel portion, fixably attached to the first end of the shaft, which has a substantially flat front edge. There is an arcuate rake portion, including a plurality of tines connected by a common base, slidably attached behind the shovel portion by a bracket. The tool can be alternated between the shovel portion and the rake portion via a lever, pivotably attached to the shaft, and a rod pivotably attached to the lever. The rod extends along the shaft to the common base of the rake portion and is slidably attached to the shovel portion by a sleeve located on the shovel portion, adjacent to the first end of the shaft. The rake portion is fixably attached to the rod in order to alternately withdraw and extend the rake portion when the lever is pivoted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1998
    Inventor: James J. Wilkinson
  • Patent number: 5782224
    Abstract: A first rack is connectable to a second rack to form a rack assembly adapted to hold food between the first rack and the second rack. A base is adapted to provide a source of heat to food placed between the first rack and the second rack. The base includes a fulcrum about which the rack assembly is able to pivot from a first position wherein the first rack is above the second rack to a second position wherein the second rack is above the first rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 21, 1998
    Inventor: Robert L. Rabell
  • Patent number: 5778802
    Abstract: A table cover includes a top and a side when the table cover is spread upon a table. An elongated panel includes a plurality of hanging loops there-along, and is configured to fasten to the side of the table cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Inventors: Jana L. Hairston, Ryland Hairston
  • Patent number: 5781145
    Abstract: A radar/laser speed detection countermeasure device for use on a motorcycle is disclosed which detects and annunciates radar and/or laser based speed detection devices in use in the immediate physical area for the purposes of speed limit law enforcement. The device consists of a main detector body mounted in an interior cavity of a motorcycle, which is electrically connected to a remote mounted sensing head unit and a remote mounted indication and control panel. Hidden components and interconnecting wiring reduce the chance of theft and preserve the appearance of customized motorcycles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1998
    Inventors: Robert B. Williams, Stanley Carter
  • Patent number: 5775335
    Abstract: Two cylindrical members having an elongated flexible strap there-between. Each of the members is adapted for insertion into a nostril of a person to enlarge the nostril. Each of the members further comprising a series of longitudinally disposed ridges arranged annularly about the member for comfortably engaging the nostril to prevent accidental removal of the member from the nostril.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Inventor: Daniel J. Seal
  • Patent number: 5769245
    Abstract: A base includes a central member adapted to rest on a flat horizontal surface. A distal handle end support member for supporting a distal handle end of a toothbrush is configured to rotate relative to the central member. An elongated member extends outward from the distal handle end support member and is fixedly connected to the distal handle end support member. A dome is connected to a distal end of the elongated member and has a completely uncovered open mouth facing the base. A resting member is positioned annularly about the elongated member for leaning the toothbrush there-against near a head of the toothbrush when the distal handle end is supported on the distal handle end support member. The dome is positioned to cover the head of the toothbrush when the distal handle end is supported on the distal handle end support member and the toothbrush is leaning against the resting member. In another embodiment, the toothbrush holder is configured to hang on a wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1998
    Inventor: Stevan Ray Butler
  • Patent number: 5765244
    Abstract: A generally u-shaped first structure comprises a first lateral member and two first legs. A generally u-shaped second structure comprises a second lateral member and two second legs. Two connecting legs are provided, each connecting leg being pivotally attached to one of the first legs and to one of the second legs, such that the first structure remains generally parallel to the second structure as the first structure is pivoted toward and away from the second structure. A generally u-shaped third structure comprises a third lateral member and two third legs. The two third legs of the third structure are pivotally attached to one of the second legs of the second structure. A pair of support members extend between the second legs of the second structure. Each of the support members has a plurality of spaced pins extending there-from. A pair of arms is provided, each of the arms having a first end pivotally attached to one of the third legs of the third structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1998
    Inventor: Jon D. Heidler
  • Patent number: 5766235
    Abstract: A shallow pouch comprises a broad bottom panel, a plurality of narrow side panels, and a closable flap opposite the bottom panel. The flap includes a plurality of fasteners configured to releasably fasten the flap in a closed position over the pouch. The pouch is adapted to receive a cooling pack therein such that the cooling pack rests on the bottom panel between the side panels and such that the flap covers the cooling pack when the flap is in a closed position over the pouch. A strap is attached to the pouch and includes a strap fastening means adapted to releasably fasten the strap about a human wrist such that the bottom panel rests against an inside of the wrist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1998
    Inventor: Thomas J. Kostopoulos
  • Patent number: 5762945
    Abstract: A topical composition for the treatment of the symptoms of diaper rash is disclosed comprising the combination of equal rations of nystatin powder, zinc oxide, and AQUAPHOR (.TM.), and mixed with a larger volume of U.S.P. cold cream.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1998
    Inventor: Eline Ashley
  • Patent number: D395755
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 7, 1998
    Inventor: Barbara J. Hulin
  • Patent number: D396273
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 21, 1998
    Inventor: Eric L. Delawder
  • Patent number: D396303
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 21, 1998
    Inventors: Jeffrey P. Odom, David R. Odom
  • Patent number: D396390
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 28, 1998
    Inventor: Marylee W. Edmondson
  • Patent number: D396541
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1998
    Inventor: Susan G. Lawrence
  • Patent number: D396914
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 11, 1998
    Inventors: Robert A. Pepper, Michael P. Isihos
  • Patent number: D397420
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 25, 1998
    Inventor: Charles E. Campbell