Patents by Inventor Charles J. Reading

Charles J. Reading 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).

  • Illuminating sign assembly
    Patent number: 5729924
    Abstract: An illuminating sign assembly includes a sign housing for receiving and supporting a sign, and a bulb located within the housing which automatically activates to illuminate the sign at night. A rechargeable battery is connected to the bulb for supplying an operating electrical current to the bulb. A solar cell is connected to the battery, and operates to convert light to electrical energy to be stored in the battery for discharge to the bulb.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 24, 1998
    Inventor: Charles J. Reading