Patents by Inventor Dedric M. Derr

Dedric M. Derr 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: 20240423180
    Abstract: A system and a method for making a fishing bait by utilizing a bait mesh wrap is disclosed. The system and method enable the user to utilize a wider range of bait for fishing without worrying about wasting the bait by better securing the bait to any fishing hook. The system includes a bait mesh wrap and a bait material. The bait mesh wrap is designed to envelop the bait material to form a single bait structure that can be used as a traditional fishing bait. The bait mesh wrap further facilitates the attachment of the bait material to a fishing hook. The bait material corresponds to any type of bait the user desires to use to lure the target fish or other aquatic life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2024
    Publication date: December 26, 2024
    Inventor: Dedric M. Derr
  • Patent number: 6162516
    Abstract: The present invention involves a system and method for a user of smokeless tobacco to reduce the deleterious effects to oral tissues from the chemicals generated from using smokeless tobacco. A protective shield encloses a quantity of tobacco while resting in a mouth of a user, generally between the cheek and gum surfaces. The protective shield may be impermeable, sanitary, and disposable or biodegradable. It may assist in reducing leukoplakia and other oral diseases related to the use of smokeless tobacco. It attempts to allow the normal use of smokeless tobacco without interfering with speech, drinking, and other activities while providing some protection from the chemicals. The present invention involves a system and includes a container for holding the shields, having an opening for removing the shields for convenience and to encourage use, typically in the vicinity to a quantity of smokeless tobacco for easy access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Inventor: Dedric M. Derr