Patents Examined by R. P. Swiatek
  • Patent number: 8381437
    Abstract: The invention is a device and method for providing irrigation water to a plant that promotes the growth of the roots of the plant deep into the soil. The invention includes a tube, connector, and soaker hose that is buried next to a plant. The invention connects to an existing irrigation drip line system that previously provided water to the plant. The invention also repels the roots of the plant away from the apparatus so that the roots are hindered from destroying the apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Inventor: Jeffrey Ciudaj
  • Patent number: 4159008
    Abstract: An animal litter, in particular for cats, is in the form of granulated solid material having a large grain size. The material is expanded and has a specific weight value between 50 grams/liter and 200 grams/liter. In an example, the material is constituted by mica phlogophite in the form of flake treated exfoliation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1977
    Date of Patent: June 26, 1979
    Assignee: Societe Anonyme dite: EPARCO
    Inventor: Tristan Bavaveas