Patents by Inventor Christopher J. Reinke

Christopher J. Reinke 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).

  • Backsplash with pot filler
    Patent number: 9009883
    Abstract: A backsplash includes a faucet that provides point-of-use dispensing of water to a cooktop container. The backsplash includes controls that allow a user to select a desired amount of water to be dispensed, as well as the temperature of water to be dispensed. A filter assembly includes a replaceable filter that allows for filtered water dispensation. Optionally, the backsplash can be connected to one or more appliances in the kitchen in order to communicate information and/or power. The backsplash may also include a ventilation channel to direct vented air from a range to a ventilation shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2015
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Kevin M. Chase, Gil A. Gaska, Leif A. Norland, Christopher J. Reinke, Ameresh B. Viswanathan, Ronald L. Voglewede
  • BACKSPLASH WITH POT FILLER
    Publication number: 20100101018
    Abstract: A backsplash includes a faucet that provides point-of-use dispensing of water to a cooktop container. The backsplash includes controls that allow a user to select a desired amount of water to be dispensed, as well as the temperature of water to be dispensed. A filter assembly includes a replaceable filter that allows for filtered water dispensation. Optionally, the backsplash can be connected to one or more appliances in the kitchen in order to communicate information and/or power. The backsplash may also include a ventilation channel to direct vented air from a range to a ventilation shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2008
    Publication date: April 29, 2010
    Applicant: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
    Inventors: KEVIN M. CHASE, GIL A. GASKA, LEIF A. NORLAND, CHRISTOPHER J. REINKE, AMERESH B. VISWANATHAN, RONALD L. VOGLEWEDE
  • Tubs for bathing infants and toddlers
    Patent number: 6578209
    Abstract: A tub for bathing children is configured with opposing back rests and associated seating surfaces, for bathing an infant reclining against one of the back rests, or a toddler seated against the other back rest. The tub is molded of a shape enabling multiple tubs to nest particularly well, for efficient merchandising and storage, and includes a fresh water basin molded behind one of the back rests. The underside of the tub is configured to fit safely within either a standard kitchen sink, or one basin of a double sink.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Assignee: The First Years Inc.
    Inventors: A. Paula Lopes, Michael A. Susi, Christopher J. Reinke, Ryan P. Rafter
  • TUBS FOR BATHING INFANTS AND TODDLERS
    Publication number: 20030070219
    Abstract: A tub for bathing children is configured with opposing back rests and associated seating surfaces, for bathing an infant reclining against one of the back rests, or a toddler seated against the other back rest. The tub is molded of a shape enabling multiple tubs to nest particularly well, for efficient merchandising and storage, and includes a fresh water basin molded behind one of the back rests. The underside of the tub is configured to fit safely within either a standard kitchen sink, or one basin of a double sink.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2001
    Publication date: April 17, 2003
    Inventors: A. Paula Lopes, Michael A. Susi, Christopher J. Reinke, Ryan P. Rafter
  • Tape cartridge
    Patent number: D438870
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2001
    Assignee: Quantum Corporation
    Inventors: George A. Saliba, Geoffrey G. Hogan, Stephen J. Stamm, Victor C. Finley, Christopher J. Reinke
  • Tub
    Patent number: D469860
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2003
    Assignee: The First Years Inc.
    Inventors: J. Derek Riemer, Michael A. Susi, Christopher J. Reinke, Ryan P. Rafter
  • Juvenile vehicle wheel
    Patent number: D327304
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1992
    Assignee: Petrus Imports, Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher J. Reinke
  • Appliance knob
    Patent number: D620778
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Seth E. Bixby, Jeong J. Jun, Christopher J. Reinke
  • Infant feeding bottle
    Patent number: D363128
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1995
    Assignee: Hasbro, Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher J. Reinke
  • Toy for infants
    Patent number: D399890
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Assignee: Hasbro, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard B. Esterle, Christopher J. Reinke
  • Toy
    Patent number: D421469
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2000
    Assignee: The First Years Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher J. Reinke, Karen M. Laude