Patents by Inventor Carmella Williams

Carmella Williams 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: 10035072
    Abstract: An interactive food storing device. The food storing device includes a container having a base, one or more sidewalls, and an open end, defining an interior volume for storing food. A body extends from the base of the container for supporting the container in an upright position. A sensor is disposed in the container in order to detect movement within the interior volume of the container. The device includes a speaker and an audio unit connected to a processor for playing pre-recorded messages when the sensor detects an object. Further, portions of the device illuminate when food is placed within the container. The container and body resemble a fruit or vegetable in order to encourage children to eat healthy foods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2018
    Inventors: Carmella Williams, Sheldon Drake Williams
  • Publication number: 20170216733
    Abstract: An interactive food storing device. The food storing device includes a container having a base, one or more sidewalls, and an open end, defining an interior volume for storing food. A body extends from the base of the container for supporting the container in an upright position. A sensor is disposed in the container in order to detect movement within the interior volume of the container. The device includes a speaker and an audio unit connected to a processor for playing pre-recorded messages when the sensor detects an object. Further, portions of the device illuminate when food is placed within the container. The container and body resemble a fruit or vegetable in order to encourage children to eat healthy foods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2016
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Inventors: Carmella Williams, Sheldon Drake Williams