Patents by Inventor Anthony M. August

Anthony M. August 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).

  • Tub with inflatable seal door
    Patent number: 5220696
    Abstract: For a tub which provides access through a side door, an inflatable seal is employed with the fluid connection to the seal being provided through the door hinge structure. In one embodiment, sensors are provided in conjunction with the water level in the tub so as to activate the source of pressurized fluid to the seal as well as to deflate the seal at a desired time. In another embodiment, a latching mechanism is utilized so as to provide a secure but easy delatching of the door.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 22, 1993
    Assignee: Kohler Co.
    Inventors: Todd D. Dannenberg, Thomas C. Jorsch, Peter W. Swart, John M. Bloemer, Anthony M. August, Anton J. Kolar