Patents by Inventor Alan M. Harris

Alan M. Harris 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).

  • Patent number: 6354030
    Abstract: A set of nested magnetic picture frames elements is disclosed for defining multiple picture frames from a single sheet of magnetic material. The sheet of magnetic material is diced into a plurality of frame elements and supports a printed background or image on a front surface thereof. Portions of the background can be selectively removed from the sheet to define a custom picture frame with non-overlapping edges. The invention also provides a method for creating a custom nested magnetic picture frame product. The method includes the steps of receiving a photograph or other item from a customer, applying that item to a sheet of magnetic material, then dicing the sheet, and applying a tie layer to the diced sheet so that the original composition of the photograph or item is maintained during transportation and display of the picture frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2002
    Inventor: Alan M. Harris
  • Patent number: 4114352
    Abstract: A protective jacket having a body member adapted to cover a dog from the thoracic inlet to the last rib. Lacing is provided to adjust the jacket to accommodate different size dogs. Adjustable gussets are provided to accommodate various dog contours. A full length zipper permits easy removal of the jacket. A zippered oval back pouch on the jacket provides for protection of test leads and test instrumentation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1976
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1978
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air Force
    Inventors: Michael L. Horton, Alan M. Harris