Patents by Inventor David J. Watzke

David J. Watzke 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: 20130168933
    Abstract: A apparatus and method for transporting oversized objects, particularly substantially flat or planar objects. In certain embodiments the object is a material in sheet form, such as a wood sheet, metal sheet, dry wall, and the like, or a narrow object such as bed mattresses, tabletops, mirrors and plate glass, doors and the like. Preferably the object is capable of being transported by a single person. In certain embodiments the apparatus is structured to be capable of transporting a mattress through an open doorway without unloading the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2012
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Inventor: David J. Watzke
  • Patent number: 8359706
    Abstract: The invention is drawn to methods and apparatus comprising the use of attachment components comprising fluid-driven turbines to dusting, trimming, polishing, and claiming a locus, such as a surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2013
    Inventor: David J. Watzke
  • Patent number: 8251379
    Abstract: A apparatus and method for transporting oversized objects, particularly substantially flat or planar objects. In certain embodiments the object is a material in sheet form, such as a wood sheet, metal sheet, dry wall, and the like, or a narrow object such as bed mattresses, tabletops, mirrors and plate glass, doors and the like. Preferably the object is capable of being transported by a single person. In certain embodiments the apparatus is structured to be capable of transporting a mattress through an open doorway without unloading the object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Inventor: David J. Watzke
  • Publication number: 20100043169
    Abstract: The invention is drawn to methods and apparatus comprising the use of attachment components comprising fluid-driven turbines to dusting, trimming, polishing, and claiming a locus, such as a surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2008
    Publication date: February 25, 2010
    Inventor: David J. Watzke
  • Publication number: 20090117236
    Abstract: The invention is drawn to methods and apparatus for protecting fruits and vegetables, particularly soft-skinned fruits and vegetables, from bruising, crushing and other damage during transport. Preferably, the apparatus of the present invention are designed for transport and protection of individual or small numbers of fruits and vegetables. Methods include methods for protecting fruit and vegetable from damage during transport.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Publication date: May 7, 2009
    Inventor: David J. Watzke
  • Publication number: 20090084326
    Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a pet curtain and methods for its use. In other embodiments the invention is directed to a door or window frame assembly for permitting the ingress or egress of pets between a room and a desired location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2007
    Publication date: April 2, 2009
    Inventor: David J. Watzke
  • Publication number: 20090026735
    Abstract: A apparatus and method for transporting oversized objects, particularly substantially flat or planar objects. In certain embodiments the object is a material in sheet form, such as a wood sheet, metal sheet, dry wall, and the like, or a narrow object such as bed mattresses, tabletops, mirrors and plate glass, doors and the like. Preferably the object is capable of being transported by a single person. In certain embodiments the apparatus is structured to be capable of transporting a mattress through an open doorway without unloading the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2007
    Publication date: January 29, 2009
    Inventor: David J. Watzke