Patents by Inventor Bob Boston

Bob Boston 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).

  • Electronic tip calculator
    Patent number: 6076079
    Abstract: An electronic calculating device for conveniently calculating a percentage of a value, as is often performed in a restaurant or bar when calculating a gratuity based on the amount of a bill is provided. The invention is a device having a first side and a second side, with a control mechanism on the first side which the server or diner can use to input a bill amount. A control mechanism is positioned on the second side for causing a processor to calculate a percentage value of the bill amount. Preferably, a display is provided for displaying the percentage value or tip amount, as well as the total of the tip and the amount of the bill.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2000
    Inventors: Bob Boston, Barbara Boston
  • Doll or similar article
    Patent number: D254205
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 1977
    Date of Patent: February 12, 1980
    Inventors: Bob Boston, Jr., Patricia Mills