Patents by Inventor Alexander Rhodes Smith

Alexander Rhodes Smith 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).

  • Foam applicator with wiper insert
    Patent number: 6238116
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a durable foam tipped applicator that can absorb and retain fluids easily. The foam material used to make the applicator tip may be used in both water-based and solvent-based fluids. A wiper insert may be used to remove excess liquid from the applicator during removal from a reservoir of fluid. A lip at the mouth of the wiper insert can redirect excess fluid into the reservoir.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2001
    Assignee: BIC Corporation
    Inventors: Alexander Rhodes Smith, Gary R. Ashe, Roger F. Lockshier, James Whitaker, Jr.