Patents by Inventor Andre J. Jackson

Andre J. Jackson 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).

  • Umbrella holder
    Patent number: 4558807
    Abstract: This invention is a carrier for an umbrella which includes a tubular sheath supported from the shoulder of the user by a strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 17, 1985
    Inventor: Andre J. Jackson
  • Apparatus for and methods of collecting urine from laboratory animals
    Patent number: 4476879
    Abstract: An apparatus for collecting urine from laboratory animals includes a collector for accumulating the urine and a mounting plate which is adhered to the abdomen of the animal with a quick-drying adhesive. Preferably, the collector is releaseably connected to the mounting plate by screw threads. When the collector is not being utilized, a gnaw-resistant protective block is mounted over the mounting plate to protect the mounting plate from gnawing by the rat.The process for practicing the instant invention includes the steps of adhering the mounting plate 14 to the animal's abdomen with an adhesive applied so as to effect a seal around the opening of the animal's urethra in order to prevent contamination of the urine. Thereafter, the container is coupled to the mounting plate and urine collected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 1981
    Date of Patent: October 16, 1984
    Inventor: Andre J. Jackson