Patents by Inventor Dennis Douglas

Dennis Douglas 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).

  • Patent number: 10334976
    Abstract: The present invention solves the problem of possible contamination of unconsumed liquid contained by communion cups that remain in the circular apertures of the cup array of the tray cover. The problem has been solved by moving the empty cup disposal openings from their current central locations in the tray cover to the four corners thereof. The new configuration makes it awkward for a congregant to dispose of his cup by reaching over cups containing unconsumed liquid. Although the improved tray cover is configured to hold 34 cups rather than 36, the loss of capacity of 2 cups is considered to be an acceptable compromise for decreasing the spread of disease causing organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2019
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas Weir
  • Publication number: 20190008303
    Abstract: The present invention solves the problem of possible contamination of unconsumed liquid contained by communion cups that remain in the circular apertures of the cup array of the tray cover. The problem has been solved by moving the empty cup disposal openings from their current central locations in the tray cover to the four corners thereof. The new configuration makes it awkward for a congregant to dispose of his cup by reaching over cups containing unconsumed liquid. Although the improved tray cover is configured to hold 34 cups rather than 36, the loss of capacity of 2 cups is considered to be an acceptable compromise for decreasing the spread of disease causing organisms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2018
    Publication date: January 10, 2019
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas Weir
  • Patent number: 10076205
    Abstract: The present invention solves the problem of possible contamination of unconsumed liquid contained by communion cups that remain in the circular apertures of the cup array of the tray cover. The problem has been solved by moving the empty cup disposal openings from their current central locations in the tray cover to the four corners thereof. The new configuration makes it awkward for a congregant to dispose of his cup by reaching over cups containing unconsumed liquid. Although the improved tray cover is configured to hold 34 cups rather than 36, the loss of capacity of 2 cups is considered to be an acceptable compromise for decreasing the spread of disease causing organisms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2018
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas Weir
  • Publication number: 20180206662
    Abstract: The present invention solves the problem of possible contamination of unconsumed liquid contained by communion cups that remain in the circular apertures of the cup array of the tray cover. The problem has been solved by moving the empty cup disposal openings from their current central locations in the tray cover to the four corners thereof. The new configuration makes it awkward for a congregant to dispose of his cup by reaching over cups containing unconsumed liquid. Although the improved tray cover is configured to hold 34 cups rather than 36, the loss of capacity of 2 cups is considered to be an acceptable compromise for decreasing the spread of disease causing organisms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Publication date: July 26, 2018
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas Weir
  • Publication number: 20170282051
    Abstract: A wheeled system for engagement with a surfboard is provided. Wheeled trucks are configured for removable engagement with a lower surface of a surfboard using mounting plates or recessed connections. The removable engagement of the trucks allow a rider to ride on support surfaces such as the sidewalk, and to remove the trucks to employ the surfboard in the water. The removable trucks may be retrofitted to existing surfboards with an elastic or mechanical engagement, or may be provided in combination with a surfboard.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2017
    Publication date: October 5, 2017
    Inventors: Yancey A. Meyer, Dennis Douglas, Chet Johnston
  • Patent number: 6233789
    Abstract: A square tool with tape measure includes a triangular housing with flat opposite sides and three edges forming a right-angled corner and two acute-angled corners. A groove is arranged along an entire length of each of the edges to enable the tool to be easily grasped and lifted. A measuring tape arranged within the housing is retractable flush into one of the corners. The tape is lockable in any extended position with a locking tab recessed into one of the edges. A bubble level is arranged within a window on the housing for indicating the horizontal position. A pencil holder is attached to one of the edges for holding a pencil. A pencil sharpener is provided for sharpening the pencil. A pair of guide rails arranged along opposite sides of one of the edges can be used for aligning the tool with a work piece. The tool may be clipped to a user's clothing with a belt clip attached to a side of the housing. In alternative embodiments, the belt clip is retractable and extendable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2001
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas
  • Patent number: D436543
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2001
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas
  • Patent number: D332413
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1990
    Date of Patent: January 12, 1993
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas
  • Patent number: D333103
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1991
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1993
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas
  • Patent number: D333627
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1991
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1993
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas
  • Patent number: D349462
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 9, 1994
    Inventor: Dennis Douglas