Patents by Inventor Daniel N. Hooker

Daniel N. Hooker 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).

  • Portable apparatus for rapid reduction of elevated body core temperature
    Patent number: 5062424
    Abstract: A portable apparatus for rapid on-site reduction of elevated body core temperature for use by individuals suffering from heat stress induced by activity in a hot, humid environment. The apparatus comprises a transportable housing having an air conditioner mounted therein and a hooded, cooling garment removably stored within the housing. A plurality of flexible air supply hoses serve to fluidly connect the air condition to the garment when the garment is removed from the housing for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1991
    Date of Patent: November 5, 1991
    Assignee: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    Inventor: Daniel N. Hooker