Patents by Inventor Ardella R. Melton

Ardella R. Melton 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: 5201078
    Abstract: Shoulder pad and bra strap apparatus includes two foldable portions for locking the bra strap in place over a cushion element. In one embodiment, there is a primary cushion only for the bra strap, with a very thin secondary pad for a shoulder pad. A second embodiment, a relatively thick shoulder pad is provided. The shoulder pad may be tapered, if desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1991
    Date of Patent: April 13, 1993
    Inventor: Ardella R. Melton
  • Patent number: 4945576
    Abstract: Combination shoulder pad and brassiere strap cushion (brassiere strap) apparatus includes a pair of panels which fold in the middle. The bra strap is disposed between the two pads and is held in place by fastening elements which secure the two portions of the pads together. When folded, the outer edge of the apparatus comprises a flat line at the outer edge of the shoulder, and extending inwardly from the outer edge is a pair of edges which curve inwardly and terminate at the inside of the user's shoulder, or adjacent to the user's neck.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 1989
    Date of Patent: August 7, 1990
    Inventor: Ardella R. Melton