Patents by Inventor Craig A. Provost

Craig A. Provost 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).

  • SHAVING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20170036362
    Abstract: Shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, an interface element configured to connect the blade unit to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted, and an return element disposed between the blade unit and interface element. The return element serves as interface piece, connector and pivot all in one. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker, John W. Griffin
  • SHAVING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20170036360
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, a shell bearing element, and an interface element. The interface element is configured to removeably connect the shaving assembly to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted. In some cases, a return element is integrally formed on the shell bearing unit between the blade unit and interface element. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • MULTI-MATERIAL PIVOT RETURN FOR SHAVING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20170008182
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, an interface element configured to removeably connect the blade unit to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted, and an return element disposed between the blade unit and interface element. The return element provides resistance during shaving and positions the blade unit in a rest position when not in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2016
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: William E. Tucker, Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin, Aaron G. Cantrell, Douglas R. Kohring
  • Shaving systems
    Patent number: 9486930
    Abstract: Shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, an interface element configured to connect the blade unit to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted, and an return element disposed between the blade unit and interface element. The return element serves as interface piece, connector and pivot all in one. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Shavelogic, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker, John W. Griffin
  • Shaving systems
    Patent number: 9475202
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, a shell bearing element, and an interface element. The interface element is configured to removeably connect the shaving assembly to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted. In some cases, a return element is integrally formed on the shell bearing unit between the blade unit and interface element. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • MAGNETIC ATTACHMENT FOR SHAVING CARTRIDGE
    Publication number: 20160263758
    Abstract: Shaving systems are disclosed that include a replaceable shaving assembly and a cartridge connecting structure for connecting the shaving assembly to a handle. In preferred implementations, the cartridge connecting structure has a magnetic portion configured to help draw the cartridge onto the handle and retain the cartridge in place when the razor is not in contact with the skin, and a mechanical engagement that provides the necessary retention forces required to keep the system intact during shaving.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2016
    Publication date: September 15, 2016
    Inventors: Robert A. Wilson, Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin
  • Dedicated Attachment Systems for Consumer Products
    Publication number: 20160221201
    Abstract: Consumer products, e.g., shaving systems and toothbrushes, are disclosed which have a replaceable portion, e.g., a shaving assembly or a toothbrush head, that is removably mounted on a handle. The consumer products described herein include keyed structures on the handle and replaceable portion, the relative placement of which creates a unique interaction between the two parts. This unique interaction may, for example, be used to provide a dedicated attachment system for each specific customer of the manufacturer of the consumer product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2016
    Publication date: August 4, 2016
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • PIVOTING RAZORS
    Publication number: 20160158950
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, an interface element configured to removably connect the blade unit to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted, and an elastomeric element disposed between the blade unit and interface element. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2016
    Publication date: June 9, 2016
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • Shaving assembly dispenser
    Patent number: 9326580
    Abstract: Containers are described herein for the transportation and distribution of replaceable consumer products, e.g. interchangeable shaving assemblies. The containers described herein include a mechanism to securely hold the container in predetermined open and closed positions. The interior of the container may provided features which serve to hold and protect the shaving assemblies when not in use, e.g., during transport or storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2016
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin, William E. Tucker
  • SHAVING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20160075041
    Abstract: Shaving systems are disclosed that include (a) a handle having a distal end and a proximal end; and (b) a shaving assembly, disposed at the distal end of the handle, the shaving assembly including a blade unit comprising a plurality of blades disposed in a housing, the housing having a front cutting side and an opposite rear side and a plurality of measurement elements on a trailing edge of the rear side.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2015
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker, John W. Griffin
  • Pivoting razors
    Patent number: 9283685
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, an interface element configured to removably connect the blade unit to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted, and an elastomeric element disposed between the blade unit and interface element. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • SHAVING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20150190935
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, a shell bearing element, and an interface element. The interface element is configured to removeably connect the shaving assembly to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted. In some cases, a return element is integrally formed on the shell bearing unit between the blade unit and interface element. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2015
    Publication date: July 9, 2015
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • SHAVING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20150190936
    Abstract: Replaceable shaving assemblies are disclosed that include a blade unit, an interface element configured to removeably connect the blade unit to a handle, on which the blade unit is pivotably mounted, and a return element disposed on the interface element. Shaving systems including such shaving assemblies are also disclosed, as are methods of using such shaving systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2015
    Publication date: July 9, 2015
    Inventors: John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker
  • Shaving Assembly Dispenser
    Publication number: 20150157109
    Abstract: Containers are described herein for the transportation and distribution of replaceable consumer products, e.g. interchangeable shaving assemblies. The containers described herein include a mechanism to securely hold the container in predetermined open and closed positions. The interior of the container may provided features which serve to hold and protect the shaving assemblies when not in use, e.g., during transport or storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2013
    Publication date: June 11, 2015
    Applicant: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin, William E. Tucker
  • Razor cartridge
    Patent number: D744165
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2015
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: William E. Tucker, John W. Griffin, Craig A. Provost, Douglas R. Kohring
  • Shaving razor storage case
    Patent number: D745775
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker, John W. Griffin
  • Shaving razor cartridge container
    Patent number: D745828
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin, William E. Tucker, Aaron G. Cantrell
  • Shaving cartridge dispenser
    Patent number: D751419
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin, William E. Tucker
  • Shaving razor tray
    Patent number: D771502
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, William E. Tucker, John W. Griffin
  • Shaving razor travel tray
    Patent number: D778042
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: SHAVELOGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Craig A. Provost, John W. Griffin, William E. Tucker