Patents by Inventor Charles Michael Atkinson

Charles Michael Atkinson 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).

  • Tabletop advertising display
    Patent number: 5701694
    Abstract: A tabletop advertising display and dispensing apparatus adapted for the display of advertising material to patrons of places of business and the holding and dispensing of articles, such as condiments, brochures, or other items carried in a receptacle. The apparatus also has the capability of dispensing coupons. The article-holding receptacles may be removed and replaced by receptacles designed for the holding and dispensing of other articles. The advertising display and coupon dispensing portions of the apparatus may be combined with receptacles specifically designed for specific places of business, such as restaurants, medical offices, or hotels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1997
    Assignee: People You Need, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles Michael Atkinson