Patents by Inventor Detlev Smith

Detlev Smith 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: 20080083060
    Abstract: A bedpan having a port for removing human waste contained in the device and a method for removing human waste, especially fluidic human waste from the bedpan in order to eliminate or substantially reduce exposure to human waste. The bedpan generally includes a vessel capable of holding waste (e.g., urine, feces, diarrhea, etc.) and a port (e.g., nozzle, barb, extender, recess, void, etc.) that may be configured to allow the waste to be removed from the confines of the vessel and a filter/separator for separating and/or preventing solid human waste from entering the port. Optionally, a storage element is coupled to the bedpan to evacuate the fluidic human waster through the port. A gravity-type, suction-type or vacuum-type device (e.g., vacuum canister, evacuation chamber, etc.) may be used to enhance the removal of human waste from the confines of the bedpan.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2007
    Publication date: April 10, 2008
    Applicant: SUDI MEDICAL, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey Beers, Dale Vernon, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20070272709
    Abstract: A universal collar key used in connection with a container that fits within the housing of a dispenser that has a keyed receiver, the universal collar key including a collar supported on the container, a first flange and a second flange extending radially outward from the collar and spaced axially to define a clearance for receipt of the receiver therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2003
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Inventors: Nick Ciavarella, Mark Rosenkranz, Martin O'Toole, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20070027002
    Abstract: A new and improved exercise treadmill may include a frame having a first end and a second end, wherein the second end is parallel to the first end. Two side rails interconnect the first and second end. The treadmill may further comprise a motor in order to drive a belt, which is trained over a front roller and a rear roller. A deck is positioned underneath the belt in order to support the user. At the first end of the treadmill, first and second arms extend upwardly and terminate in the protective shroud. The shroud may further comprise a console which contains push buttons for operating various programs while using the treadmill. The treadmill may further comprise two handles, which extend parallel to the deck. The treadmill may comprise a console that may have programs which may be started by pushing one button. It may also comprise a belt tensioning device, which provides a visual indicator so that the rear roller may be moved on each end in equal distance relative to the front roller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2006
    Publication date: February 1, 2007
    Inventors: Michael Clark, John McVay, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20060135330
    Abstract: A handle grip for an exercise apparatus has a curvilinear body having a shaft and a gripping portion. The gripping portion has a plurality of concave indentations arranged in series. Each of the indentations is adapted to receive an associated finger of a user's hand. The gripping portion is disposed at a distal end of the shaft. The curvilinear body is selectively flexible such that the body bends as force is applied to the gripping portion. The gripping portion further comprises a first exterior surface having a bulbous shape so as to fit an associated contour of a user's palm. The configuration and flexibility of the present invention provides for an ergonomic handle grip for an exercise apparatus, which enables the user to focus on their exercise regiment rather than discomfort.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2004
    Publication date: June 22, 2006
    Inventors: Michael Clark, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20050092771
    Abstract: A universal collar key used in connection with a container that fits within the housing of a dispenser that has a keyed receiver, the universal collar key including a collar supported on the container, a first flange and a second flange extending radially outward from the collar and spaced axially to define a clearance for receipt of the receiver therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2003
    Publication date: May 5, 2005
    Inventors: Nick Ciavarella, Mark Rosenkranz, Martin O'Toole, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20050087563
    Abstract: A universal collar that attaches to a pump and, in turn, a container used in a dispenser having a keyplate, the universal collar including: a first flange and a second flange, wherein the flanges extend radially outward and are axially spaced from each other for receiving the keyplate therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2003
    Publication date: April 28, 2005
    Inventors: Nick Ciavarella, Mark Rosenkranz, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20050087552
    Abstract: A universal adapter clip used in connection with a container that is received within a soap dispenser having a key-plate, the clip including a hollow body attachable to the container, a flange extending radially outward of the body, and a tab extending rearwardly from the body and axially spaced from the flange to receive the key-plate therebetween upon insertion of the container within the dispenser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2003
    Publication date: April 28, 2005
    Inventors: Nick Ciavarella, Mark Rosenkranz, Martin O'Toole, Detlev Smith
  • Publication number: 20050082786
    Abstract: A reversible pedal body has first and second surfaces, wherein the first surface is adapted to contact an associated foot and the second surface is adapted to contact an associated shoe. The reversible pedal body may be a single part. Further, the pedal body has a front oppositely disposed from a rear. First and second lateral edges extend between the front and the rear. The pedal body has a hole extending between the first and second lateral edges adapted to receive an associated pedal lever. Weights are operatively connected to the pedal body such that one of the surfaces faces substantially upwards when an operator's foot is removed. Further, securing means may be attached to the pedal body which can rotate 360 degrees around the pedal body so that the securing means need not be removed when the operator chooses to utilize a different surface of the foot pedal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2003
    Publication date: April 21, 2005
    Inventors: Michael Clark, Detlev Smith