Patents by Inventor Carl C. Mims, Jr.

Carl C. Mims, Jr. 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: 4220149
    Abstract: In abstract a preferred embodiment of the present invention is an improved arm sling adapted to support the forearm of the wearer in a horizontal orientation. The sling of the present invention comprises a flexible support casing or envelope by which the forearm is supported. The flexible envelope is suspended in place by an adjustable shoulder harness which incorporates a three point support configuration, one each located at the wrist, forearm, and elbow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1978
    Date of Patent: September 2, 1980
    Inventor: Carl C. Mims, Jr.
  • Patent number: 4114621
    Abstract: An incontinent garment which can be easily put on and removed from a wearer by one attendant. This garment is combined with a special disposable or semi-disposable liner which includes provisions for urological and stool testing means. The liner also includes a wick type indicator to alert an attendant when the liner has come soiled. The liner portion of the present invention additionally is so shaped as to provide form fitting comfort for the wearer and yet prevents leakage which could soil the supportive pants and ambient bed clothes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 1976
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1978
    Inventor: Carl C. Mims, Jr.