Patents by Inventor Armando Torres

Armando Torres 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).

  • Fuel cap lock
    Patent number: 9308815
    Abstract: A fuel cap lock comprising a base plate having a circular opening to accommodate the a diesel fuel tank fill pipe, two steel hinges mounted to vertical hinge supports welded to opposing sides base plate, a two strap hasp lock is hingedly mounted to the vertical hinge supports, wherein the hasp straps overlap, and lock together over a fuel tank's fuel cap, thus securing the cap and preventing its removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Inventors: Armando Torres, Juan Carlos Torres
  • FUEL CAP LOCK
    Publication number: 20150217637
    Abstract: A fuel cap lock comprising a base plate having a circular opening to accommodate the a diesel fuel tank fill pipe, two steel hinges mounted to vertical hinge supports welded to opposing sides base plate, a two strap hasp lock is hingedly mounted to the vertical hinge supports, wherein the hasp straps overlap, and lock together over a fuel tank's fuel cap, thus securing the cap and preventing its removal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2015
    Publication date: August 6, 2015
    Inventors: Armando Torres, Juan Carlos Torres
  • Tamper-resistant outlet cover
    Patent number: 6674003
    Abstract: A tamper-resistant outlet cover uses a spreadable grounding socket engageable post to secure the cover in place to thereby block access to an electrical receptacle, typically a wall outlet. The post is spread by insertion of a spreader, typically a threaded screw. The head of the screw is configured to only be engaged by a cooperatively shaped tool. Installation and removal of the cover is thus afforded only to one in possession of the tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2004
    Assignee: Fannie Mae
    Inventor: Armando Torres