Patents by Inventor Aidan J. Petrie
Aidan J. Petrie 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).
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Publication number: 20170238769Abstract: A bathing wand (10) can include a handle (24) including a grasp (20). The grasp (20) can include a first section (34) and a second section (36). The first section (34) and the second section (36) can form a loop hole (38) configured to receive a user's hand. The bathing wand (10) can also include a wand head (12) and a bathing implement (16). The bathing implement (16) can be coupled to the wand head (12). In some configurations, the bathing wand (10) can include a vertebrae system (30).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2015Publication date: August 24, 2017Applicant: Michael Graves Design Group, Inc.Inventors: Robert B. Van Varick, Donald S. Strum, Michael E. Graves, Vladimir I. Anokhin, Jessica L. Hurwit, Elizabeth W. Clubb, Michael A. Daley, Bryan J. Semkuley, Clarice M. Theisen, Lynn R. Healey, Melissa Dennis, Eric E. Butt, Adam I. Lehman, Jeffrey Randsen, James A. Walter, James D. McManus, Randal D. Olson, Aidan J. Petrie, Luke D. Hagan, Benoit Devinat, Daniel J. Nelsen, Peiguang Zhou, Davis Dang H. Nhan
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Patent number: 9072636Abstract: A disposable personal care article includes a shell having a unitary structure for disposition adjacent a wearer's vulva region; wherein the shell has a first side and a second side, the first side having a first area and a second area, the first area including body adhesive properties; wherein at least a portion of the first area comprises a body attachment means for adhering the shell directly to the skin and/or hair of the wearer; and wherein the shell has an anterior portion and a posterior portion where the posterior portion exhibits a higher % Extension relative to the anterior portion when a stretching force of 454 grams is applied, as measured by the % Strain Differential Test; and an absorbent structure present in the second area of the shell, wherein the first area is longitudinally separated from the second area.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2012Date of Patent: July 7, 2015Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Melissa Jean Dennis, Russell Frederick Ross, Luke Hagan, Thomas Andrew Lutzow, Gerhard Andrew Foelsche, Aidan J Petrie, Alan Schinazi
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Patent number: 8292862Abstract: A disposable personal care article comprises a shell having a unitary structure for disposition adjacent a wearer's vulva region, where the shell has a first side and a second side, the first side having a first area and a second area. The first area of the shell contacts to the wearer's skin and/or hair surrounding the vulva region. At least a portion of the first area comprises a body attachment means for adhering the shell directly to the skin and/or hair of the wearer. In addition, the shell has an anterior half and a posterior half where the posterior half exhibits a higher extension relative to the anterior half when a stretching force of 454 grams is applied. In some aspects, the article further includes an absorbent structure.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2009Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Melissa Jean Dennis, Russell Frederick Ross, Luke Hagan, Thomas Andrew Lutzow, Gerhard Andrew Foelsche, Aidan J. Petrie, Alan Schinazi
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Patent number: 8272525Abstract: A lip-openable lid is provided for use in connection with a container or container cap having a valve seat and an opening for egress of container contents. A lip-openable container is also provided that employs the lip-openable lid. The lid is comprised of a gasket with a lip-engageable annular wall, a central portion radially inward of the wall, and a peripheral flange that is engageable with the valve seat. The lid includes a rigid support that has liquid flow openings, supports the central portion of the gasket and positions the gasket against the valve seat. The lid can also include means for securing the gasket to the support. The central portion of the gasket is comprised of a flexible elastomer and is capable of flexing and stretching to displace the flange from the valve seat when downward pressure is applied against the gasket. When downward pressure is applied, the central portion of the gasket contacts the rigid support and flexes and stretches downward from and/or over the rigid support.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2000Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Richard D La Torre, Joseph P Sejnowski, Aidan J Petrie, Richard S Chomik
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Publication number: 20100057034Abstract: A disposable personal care article comprises a shell having a unitary structure for disposition adjacent a wearer's vulva region, where the shell has a first side and a second side, the first side having a first area and a second area. The first area of the shell contacts to the wearer's skin and/or hair surrounding the vulva region. At least a portion of the first area comprises a body attachment means for adhering the shell directly to the skin and/or hair of the wearer. In addition, the shell has an anterior half and a posterior half where the posterior half exhibits a higher extension relative to the anterior half when a stretching force of 454 grams is applied. In some aspects, the article further includes an absorbent structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2009Publication date: March 4, 2010Inventors: Melissa Dennis, Russell Frederick Ross, Luke Hagan, Thomas Andrew Lutzow, Gerhard Andrew Foelsche, Aidan J. Petrie, Alan Schinazi
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Publication number: 20090182296Abstract: A personal care article comprises an absorbent structure configured for disposition adjacent a wearer's vulva region to absorb bodily fluids discharged by the wearer, and a shell for supporting the absorbent structure at the vulva region. The shell has a first side and a second side, the first side having a first area and a second area. The first area surrounds and bounds at least a portion of the second area. In addition, at least a portion of the first area comprises a body adhesive. Furthermore, the absorbent structure is present in the second area of the shell. In addition, the first area of the shell contacts to the wearer's skin and/or hair surrounding the vulva region and the second area does not contact the vulva when in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2009Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventors: Melissa Jean Dennis, Adrienne Rae Loyd, Thomas Harold Roessler, Thomas Andrew Lutzow, Aidan J. Petrie, Daniel Joseph Nelson
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Publication number: 20040024352Abstract: A breast pump system for obtaining breast milk is provided. The system sealingly separates the air flow from the breast milk and uses a single air tube for both positive pressure and negative pressure to be applied to a woman's breast. The breast pump can have a piston/cylinder device for generating pressure that allows a user to control suction and cycle time.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2003Publication date: February 5, 2004Applicant: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Charles J. Renz, David Robson, Marco Wo, Christopher Kampf, Aidan J. Petrie, Michael Pereira
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Fluid flow diverters and diversion methods and water purification equipment including such diverters
Patent number: 6680026Abstract: “Plug-in” fluid flow diverters are disclosed. Additionally disclosed is water purification equipment adapted to communicate with the diverters. Such equipment is especially (although not solely) useful in connection with circulating streams of water present in systems associated with swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas, as the circulating nature of the water permits more of its volume ultimately to be diverted into the equipment for purification. The diverters, furthermore, may have entrances oriented to receive fluid travelling in only one direction through a conduit and be keyed to one or more components of the equipment for purposes of identification, inventory control, or otherwise.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 1999Date of Patent: January 20, 2004Assignee: Zodiac Pool Care, Inc.Inventors: Raymond P. Denkewicz, Jr., Alvin Costa, Daniel J. Nelsen, Michael C. Pereira, Justin W. Sirotin, Michael Vieira, Aidan J. Petrie -
Publication number: 20030100922Abstract: There is provided a one-piece pacifier that has two substrates in which the second or outer substrate overmolds onto the first or inner substrate. The two substrates for the pacifier form a shield for the pacifier. The outer substrate forms the pacifier's nipple. The pacifier is made by forming a plurality of holes in the inner substrate and overmolding the outer substrate onto the inner substrate to form a nipple and a shield for the pacifier.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2001Publication date: May 29, 2003Applicant: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: William E. Fitzpatrick, Aidan J. Petrie, Richard D. La Torre
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Publication number: 20010034910Abstract: A multiple function combination tool combines a plurality of implements in a single compact and reduced configuration for many diverse needs. An overmold is provided over at least a portion of at least one of the scales (gripping sides) of the tool. The overmold imparts to such scale different properties from those provided by the scale, such as enhanced tactile comfort, a softer feel, higher coefficient of friction (anti-slip), and/or greater aesthetic appeal.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2001Publication date: November 1, 2001Applicant: SWISS ARMY BRANDS, INC.Inventors: John Merrick Taggart, A. Jeffrey Turner, Edward S. Richardson, Daniel J. Nelsen, Stephen E. Lane, Marc Harrison, Daniel P. Smith, Michael C. Pereira, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: 6286397Abstract: A portable multi-purpose tool including tools useful for fixing or adjusting equipment used by a persons engaged in in-line skating, a board sport, and the like. The multi-purpose tool includes various implements that are conveniently stored within a tool housing, and are selectively extendable from the tool housing into respective operating positions. At least one of the tools is a socket wrench configured to engage and apply torque to an element to be rotated. The socket wrench may include a ratchet mechanism for controlling the direction in which torque may be applied by the socket.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 1999Date of Patent: September 11, 2001Assignee: Swiss Army Brands, Inc.Inventors: John Merrick Taggart, A. Jeffrey Turner, Edward S. Richardson, Daniel J. Nelsen, Stephen E. Lane, Marc Harrison, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: 6273582Abstract: A multiple function combination business travel tool combines a plurality of individual business-oriented implements in a single compact and reduced configuration for many diverse business-oriented travel needs. The tool includes a flashlight positioned along a scale, or wide side, of the tool such that a lightbulb and reflector larger than those provided along the side of prior art tools may be provided. The tool also preferably includes a clock, preferably in the form of a digital alarm clock, and a plurality of deployable implements, preferably selected with the needs of a business traveller in mind. In one embodiment, the tool includes a pair of handles having implement channels and scissor channels, the handles forming the handles of a deployable scissors whose blades are stored in the scissor channels.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 1999Date of Patent: August 14, 2001Assignee: Swiss Army Brands, Inc.Inventors: John Merrick Taggart, A. Jeffrey Turner, Edward S. Richardson, Daniel J. Nelsen, Stephen E. Lane, Marc Harrison, Daniel P. Smith, Michael C. Pereira, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: 6202877Abstract: A lip-openable lid is provided for use in connection with a container or container cap having a valve seat and an opening for egress of container contents. A lip-openable container is also provided that employs the lip-openable lid. The lid is comprised of a gasket with a lip-engageable annular wall, a central portion radially inward of the wall, and a peripheral flange that is engageable with the valve seat. The lid includes a rigid support that has liquid flow openings, supports the central portion of the gasket and positions the gasket against the valve seat. The lid can also include means for securing the gasket to the support. The central portion of the gasket is comprised of a flexible elastomer and is capable of flexing and stretching to displace the flange from the valve seat when downward pressure is applied against the gasket. When downward pressure is applied, the central portion of the gasket contacts the rigid support and flexes and stretches downward from and/or over the rigid support.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 1999Date of Patent: March 20, 2001Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Richard D. La Torre, Joseph P. Sejnowski, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: 6200487Abstract: An in-line, in-pool system for chemically treating water in conjunction with an automatic swimming pool cleaner is disclosed. Incorporating a head and a cartridge, the system is design for placement within a swimming pool for treating water therein. Purification media may be placed within the cartridge to effect sanitization of the water.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 1998Date of Patent: March 13, 2001Assignee: Zodiac Pool Care, Inc.Inventors: Raymond P. Denkewicz, Jr., Alvin Costa, Daniel J. Nelsen, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: 6047786Abstract: The present invention discloses an electric vehicle frame having a lower portion and an upper portion. The lower portion includes a base and integral sidewalls. The sidewalls extend from the base to form an open cavity. The upper portion detachably joins to the lower portion such that the upper portion covers the cavity and forms a frame assembly which defines an enclosed chamber therein. The strength of the assembly is substantially greater than the strength of each of the portions prior to being joined. The lower and upper portions are formed of cast aluminum. The present invention further includes a method of assembling an electric vehicle, which includes using the frame and a plurality of subassemblies, and the electric vehicle formed therefrom, particularly in the form of a motor scooter.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 1997Date of Patent: April 11, 2000Assignee: Vectrix CorporationInventors: Douglas B. Stevenson, Peter S. Hughes, James D. Baldwin, Ronald G. Flanary, Martin C. Piedl, Aidan J. Petrie, Richard D. Moore
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Patent number: D484236Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2002Date of Patent: December 23, 2003Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Charles John Renz, David Robson, Marco Wo, Christopher Kampf, Aidan J. Petrie, Michael C. Pereira
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Patent number: D484970Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2002Date of Patent: January 6, 2004Assignee: Playtex Products, Inc.Inventors: Charles John Renz, David Robson, Marco Wo, Christopher Kampf, Aidan J. Petrie, Michael Pereira
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Patent number: D405867Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 1997Date of Patent: February 16, 1999Assignee: Fountainhead Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond P. Denkewicz, Jr., Roger H. Gagnon, Stephen E. Lane, Daniel J. Nelsen, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: D406314Type: GrantFiled: November 11, 1997Date of Patent: March 2, 1999Assignee: Fountainhead Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Raymond P. Denkewicz, Jr., Roger H. Gagnon, Stephen E. Lane, Daniel J. Nelsen, Aidan J. Petrie
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Patent number: D412963Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 1998Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: Fountainhead Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Daniel J. Nelsen, Roger H. Gagnon, Raymond P. Denkewicz, Jr., Stephen E. Lane, Aidan J. Petrie