Patents by Inventor Cathy D. Santa Cruz

Cathy D. Santa Cruz 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: 6484427
    Abstract: A tailgate sign which is removably attachable onto a pre-existing tailgate and is used for display of signs thereon, or the like. Also, in one embodiment the sign may be reversible or rotated between a first display position and a second display position, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Terry W. Tiernay
  • Publication number: 20020149464
    Abstract: An indicator light which when installed in combination with either a circuit protector or a fuse, etc., will automatically illuminate to notify a user that an electrical overload has occurred.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2002
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Galen J. May
  • Publication number: 20020148836
    Abstract: A portable novel trash receptacle which encourages children as well as adults to practice proper disposal ethics. The receptacle is small in size and can be stored in a convenient location such as beneath a vehicle seat, and also may include means for rewarding the user in a fun manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 13, 2001
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Kimberly M. Young
  • Publication number: 20020130773
    Abstract: An accessory front mounted vehicle brake light that is used in combination with the typical brake light electrical system and front windshield of a vehicle including a method for installing the light without adding any electrical components other than one jumper cable. Whereby, when the light is installed and the vehicle brakes are applied, the accessory light will automatically illuminate simultaneously with the rear brake lights, so as to notify pedestrians or other drivers when viewing the front of the vehicle that the host vehicle is in a braking mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2002
    Publication date: September 19, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, James L. Vasko
  • Publication number: 20020092244
    Abstract: A device having multiple support members telescopically contained therein, with each member having a set of lights, a set of curtains and various compartments for numerous stage accessories and allows for quick change of the lights and curtains that are used for different sized stage settings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2001
    Publication date: July 18, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Gordon E. Churchward
  • Publication number: 20020076359
    Abstract: The present invention is substantially an air filter that is composed of an air permeable container having a special chemical composition therein, and can be used in any area wherein the environmental air is to be freshened. Also, this invention is unique because the chemical composition can be used for soil aeration purposes for delivering oxygen to the roots of plants after it has been used as an air filter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2000
    Publication date: June 20, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Stan Gittelman
  • Publication number: 20020066781
    Abstract: This invention pertains to a device and method which encourages a finder of a lost item to return the item by way of the postal system to a recipient for a reward as compensation for their honesty, and thereafter the recipient forwards the lost article to the original owner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2000
    Publication date: June 6, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Lloyd E. Stanley
  • Patent number: 6378720
    Abstract: The present invention provides a new and unusual combination trash receptacle and step stool, which is portable, compact, safe, and includes a novel storage compartment and garbage bag installation means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Stan Gittelman
  • Patent number: 6354130
    Abstract: A method for bending a corrugated product, such as composite decking, building panels, or the like. With the method being easily performed by any workman on the job site, and the only tools needed are a saw and a hammer. Also this method allows the workman to easily bend the product into any desired angle of their choice, and forms a weather proof bend which is extremely strong.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Wayne R. Sandstrom
  • Patent number: 6338212
    Abstract: An advertisement display apparatus which is completely portable, self-contained, requires no installation tools, and is most efficient for display of signs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2002
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Richard Cancimilla
  • Patent number: 6332430
    Abstract: An aquarium accessory device which when installed within an aquarium substantially functions as an aesthetically pleasing blind for concealment of unsightly algae covered items. Such items may include typical water filters, heaters, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Laura J. Sperry, Ronald E. Sperry
  • Publication number: 20010035468
    Abstract: A portable or stationary system which may be used either indoors or outdoors and provides accelerated growth of vegetation regardless of weather conditions as well as provides warmth, lighting, misting, nutrients and cover for such vegetation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2001
    Publication date: November 1, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Gordon E. Churchward
  • Patent number: 6310532
    Abstract: A magnetizer/demagnetizer which includes an elongated receptacle for slidably receiving an elongated tool therein, irrespective of length. Also, the magnetizer/demagnetizer includes unique accessory items, such as a tube for containment of small parts, and magnetism indicator means for indicating when a tool needs to be re-magnetized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Gregory L. Henry, Neil R. Alderson
  • Patent number: 6282841
    Abstract: A stop device that is used to prevent unauthorized opening of sliding closures, such as windows and doors, which is esthetically pleasing, is adjustable in length and includes removable decorative accessory items. The stop device includes first and second elongated extension members and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism includes first and second levers which engage the first and second members, respectively, to lock the first and second members with respect to the locking mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Edward A. Carwin
  • Patent number: 6279958
    Abstract: A food portion tabulator device that is an aid for calculating and evaluating an individuals daily intake of food portions. The device is self-contained, having various indicia pertinent to various food groups thereon, includes movable pins which correspond to each of the food groups, and includes a unique housing that automatically resets the pins for the next day's use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Jeffrey N. Mikkelsen
  • Patent number: 6276164
    Abstract: An accessory item that is used in combination with a pre-existing ice chest for providing increased insulation in a manner which reduces ice melt time, with the item being in the form of an adjustable wrap which is of a shape and size to fit various sized ice chests of user choice.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Richard A. Corron, Sr.
  • Patent number: 6241620
    Abstract: A practical joke device which when removably mounted onto a glass surface of user choice, will create an illusion that an object has penetrated into the glass surface and the glass has been shattered.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Rick Fradella
  • Patent number: 6230469
    Abstract: A method of transforming a non-beveled edge of a wallboard panel into a beveled edge to form a recessed flush butt joint when installed. This method will not mar or damage the bonded paper coating on the panel and will not interfere with the manufacturers structural strength of the panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Wayne R. Sandstrom
  • Patent number: 6217261
    Abstract: An aeration discharge outlet assembly for use with bulk material containers wherein we provide an external cone and an internal cone. With internal cone being completely surrounded by pressurized air within an annular space and includes multiple air inlet passages which draw in the pressurized air and aerate the flowable substance therein before discharge thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Jack R. Malugani
  • Patent number: 6189897
    Abstract: A hydraulic shock system adapter apparatus for use in combination with a pre-existing shock system and pre-existing steering arm which are typically installed on a vehicle. With the apparatus being actuated by the steering arm and automatically increases dampening compression on the outside shock and decreases dampening compression on the inside shock when the vehicle is turned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2001
    Inventors: Cathy D. Santa Cruz, Thomas E. Dines, Michael F. Gyorfi