Patents by Inventor Christopher M. Ellis

Christopher M. Ellis 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).

  • Publication number: 20230380351
    Abstract: The disclosure is related to an open-source environmental apparatus, system, and method of use. The apparatus may include a sensor module with one or more of temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide sensors for detecting environmental conditions. The apparatus may also include a light sensor for detecting light levels. A processor is used to gather the information and organize the data in an open-source accessible format and communicate it via a communication module. The sensors, processor, and communication module are housed in an enclosure the openings to allow airflow past the sensors. The system includes the apparatus and an environmental control system that has a computer in communication with the apparatus and several environmental regulation subsystems. The method may include using the apparatus to obtain environmental data and transmit it in an open-source accessible format.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2023
    Publication date: November 30, 2023
    Inventor: Christopher M. Ellis
  • Patent number: 5067771
    Abstract: A cushion stadium seat organization is provided, wherein a plurality of seat frame legs mount a first padded circular seat, with a plurality of backrest frame legs mounting a circular backrest member, wherein the backrest member and seat member are coextensively aligned relative to one another in a second folded inter-relationship, with the seat and backrest frame legs pivotally mounted relative to one another. A handle structure is provided at upper terminal ends of the seat and back rest that are aligned for transport and securement of the organization. A modification of the cushion stadium seat includes a heated, selectively inflatable seat chamber, as well as an inflatable cushion backrest chamber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 1990
    Date of Patent: November 26, 1991
    Inventor: Christopher M. Ellis