Patents by Inventor Douglas P. Gibbs
Douglas P. Gibbs 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).
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Patent number: 10422158Abstract: A replaceable antimicrobial system for providing a replaceable antimicrobial surface to inhibit and reduce microorganism growth on a surface. The replaceable antimicrobial system generally includes providing an antimicrobial cover, positioning the antimicrobial cover upon an object such as a handle, and securing the antimicrobial cover to the object or removably affixing the antimicrobial cover with adhesive. The securing of the antimicrobial cover is accomplished by heat shrinking the antimicrobial cover upon the object. Alternatively, the securing of the antimicrobial cover is accomplished by an adhesive backing attached to the antimicrobial cover. After a period of time of usage where the antimicrobial cover loses its effectiveness to inhibit microorganisms, the antimicrobial cover is removed and a replaced with a new antimicrobial cover.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2017Date of Patent: September 24, 2019Assignee: SafeHandles, LLCInventors: Steven M. Strombeck, Douglas P. Gibbs, Jason Earl Sannar, John L. Bergenske
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Publication number: 20180044939Abstract: A replaceable antimicrobial system for providing a replaceable antimicrobial surface to inhibit and reduce microorganism growth on a surface. The replaceable antimicrobial system generally includes providing an antimicrobial cover, positioning the antimicrobial cover upon an object such as a handle, and securing the antimicrobial cover to the object or removably affixing the antimicrobial cover with adhesive. The securing of the antimicrobial cover is accomplished by heat shrinking the antimicrobial cover upon the object. Alternatively, the securing of the antimicrobial cover is accomplished by an adhesive backing attached to the antimicrobial cover. After a period of time of usage where the antimicrobial cover loses its effectiveness to inhibit microorganisms, the antimicrobial cover is removed and a replaced with a new antimicrobial cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2017Publication date: February 15, 2018Inventors: Steven M. Strombeck, Douglas P. Gibbs, Jason Earl Sannar
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Patent number: 9610963Abstract: A vehicle tire cart for safely storing and transporting stacked vehicle tires and wheels. The vehicle tire cart generally includes a platform having an opening with an anchor located therein and is configured to receive a plurality of stacked vehicle tires. A lower surface of the platform comprises a plurality of casters which may be a combination of stationary and swivel casters that allow the vehicle tire cart to rotate to accommodate steering and directional changes during transportation while also easily traveling in a straight path. The anchor may be integral to a removable retaining strap plug configured to be retained within the platform opening and allow a retaining strap to thread under the anchor to secure stacked vehicle tires resting on the upper platform surface.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2016Date of Patent: April 4, 2017Assignee: Chariot Concepts LLCInventors: Dannie R. Jensen, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Publication number: 20160325772Abstract: A vehicle tire cart for safely storing and transporting stacked vehicle tires and wheels. The vehicle tire cart generally includes a platform having an opening with an anchor located therein and is configured to receive a plurality of stacked vehicle tires. A lower surface of the platform comprises a plurality of casters which may be a combination of stationary and swivel casters that allow the vehicle tire cart to rotate to accommodate steering and directional changes during transportation while also easily traveling in a straight path. The anchor may be integral to a removable retaining strap plug configured to be retained within the platform opening and allow a retaining strap to thread under the anchor to secure stacked vehicle tires resting on the upper platform surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2016Publication date: November 10, 2016Inventors: Dannie R. Jensen, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 9305467Abstract: A customizable media content system for an article for allowing a consumer to customize one or more types of media within a card. The customizable media content system for an article generally includes selecting a card by a customer, selecting a first media module by said customer, wherein said first media module includes a first media content and assembling said first media module with said card by the customer.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2012Date of Patent: April 5, 2016Assignee: OutLOUD, LLCInventors: Douglas P. Gibbs, Crystal D. Martin, Andy H. Gibbs
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Publication number: 20140173867Abstract: A replaceable antimicrobial system for providing a replaceable antimicrobial surface to inhibit and reduce microorganism growth on a surface. The replaceable antimicrobial system generally includes providing an antimicrobial cover, positioning the antimicrobial cover upon an object such as a handle, and securing the antimicrobial cover to the object or removably affixing the antimicrobial cover with adhesive. The securing of the antimicrobial cover is accomplished by heat shrinking the antimicrobial cover upon the object. Alternatively, the securing of the antimicrobial cover is accomplished by an adhesive backing attached to the antimicrobial cover. After a period of time of usage where the antimicrobial cover loses its effectiveness to inhibit microorganisms, the antimicrobial cover is removed and a replaced with a new antimicrobial cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2013Publication date: June 26, 2014Applicant: SafeHandles, LLCInventors: Steven M. Strombeck, Douglas P. Gibbs, Jason Earl Sannar
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Patent number: 7726031Abstract: A knife system for providing efficient replacement of a knife blade. The knife system generally includes a body, a lever pivotally connected to the body, a collet connected to the body, and a shaft connected between the lever and the collet. When the lever is in a closed position, the shaft applies tension to the collet resulting in frictional engagement with a blade within the collet. An illuminating unit is preferably positioned within the body directing light towards the blade within the collet to illuminate a work area.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2007Date of Patent: June 1, 2010Inventor: Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 7111732Abstract: A Christmas tree decoration organizer including a box having a bottom and upwardly extending opposing sides and end walls, terminating in a rim. A plurality of ornament hangers having opposing ends are removably coupled within the box, suspended above the bottom for receiving and supporting a plurality of hanging ornaments. A bulk storage space for storing outermost decorations of a Christmas tree is defined by the bottom, lower portions of the opposing sides and the end walls, and the plurality of ornament hangers. An ornament tray is positioned within the box and supported above the plurality of ornament hangers for receiving and holding a plurality of Christmas tree ornaments. A separator panel is removably positioned covering the ornament tray and defining a light compartment thereabove. A cover is removable placed over the rim, closing the box.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2003Date of Patent: September 26, 2006Inventors: Jennifer Houtler, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 6785150Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for preventing warpage of printed circuit boards (PCBs) for the purpose of maintaining proper shape and alignment. A PCB is placed on a base of matching shape and slightly larger size. The PCB is secured to the base by a single fastener, preferably through approximately its center. Inwardly curving brackets are mounted along the outer edges of the base in such a way that their central portions rest on top of the PCB. The brackets are constructed of a solid yet flexible non-conducive material and are fastened to the base and, optionally, to each other. The PCB placed in between the base and the brackets is able to expand without warping significantly. This method is especially effective when used to maintain the shape and alignment of the PCB for an antenna.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2002Date of Patent: August 31, 2004Assignee: Arcwave, Inc.Inventors: Tomany Szilagi, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 6678923Abstract: A bag closure system for automatically closing a bag with audible and tactile feedback to indicate proper closure of the bag. The bag closure system includes a bag device having an opening, a first band positioned within a first lip of the opening, and a second band positioned within a second lip of the opening. The first band and second band are comprised of a resilient elongate material that audibly and tactilely indicate when the opening is opened or closed. The first band and the second band further provide for automatic closure of the opening to prevent loss of items within the bag device. The first band and the second band are preferably comprised of a resilient material having an arcuate cross section providing rigidity to the bands when in a straight condition.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2002Date of Patent: January 20, 2004Assignee: Bisadora, LLC.Inventors: Mark H. Goldberg, Robert L. Coker, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Publication number: 20030009858Abstract: A bag closure system for automatically closing a bag with audible and tactile feedback to indicate proper closure of the bag. The bag closure system includes a bag device having an opening, a first band positioned within a first lip of the opening, and a second band positioned within a second lip of the opening. The first band and second band are comprised of a resilient elongate material that audibly and tactilely indicate when the opening is opened or closed. The first band and the second band further provide for automatic closure of the opening to prevent loss of items within the bag device. The first band and the second band are preferably comprised of a resilient material having an arcuate cross section providing rigidity to the bands when in a straight condition.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2002Publication date: January 16, 2003Inventors: Mark H. Goldberg, Robert L. Coker, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 5951745Abstract: A wet filter which will not foul washing facilities and plumbing systems, and which will not introduce harmful substances into the environment. The filtering element, which mayk be a resilient, open cell foam material or a woven fabric, is coated with a mixture of oil and a tackifying agent. The oil is preferably a vegetable oil, and the tackifying agent is preferably a dimer acid. The oil and acid are mixed in a volatile carrier, such as ninety-nine percent pure isopropyl alcohol. Preferred proportions are fifty percent dimer acid and ten percent vegetable oil, by volume. The filter is saturated in the mixture. The alcohol is permitted to evaporate, thereby leaving the foam filter thinly yet fully coated with oil and acid. The filter may be washed in water and detergent for renewal. Preferably, a biodegradable detergent mixed with an alkaline substance such as soda ash is employed in washing the filter.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 1998Date of Patent: September 14, 1999Inventors: Douglas P. Gibbs, Robert A. Jensen
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Patent number: 5624266Abstract: A latch for removably securing one of a plurality of different accessories to an automobile is described. The latch includes a mounting structure which is permanently installed on the vehicle in a manner which assures that the static and dynamic loading expected by reason of the differing accessories are supported by the vehicle. The latch also provides electrical feed-through for accessories that might need the same, and remote and/or locking securance.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 1995Date of Patent: April 29, 1997Assignee: Advanced Accessory Systems LLCInventors: Andrew H. Gibbs, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 5615904Abstract: The invention relates generally to an automotive vehicle hitch rack and more particularly to a drawbar coupler that provides a connection to a tow hitch on an automotive vehicle. The coupler comprises a drawbar which interfaces with the tow hitch to provide opposed overlapping surfaces, and a tightener which applies force to maintain the opposed overlapping surfaces together. The invention significantly reduces play between the drawbar and the tow hitch.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 1995Date of Patent: April 1, 1997Assignee: Advanced Accessory Systems, LLCInventors: Donn S. Van Dusen, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 5469998Abstract: The present invention relates to a tire carrier for an automotive vehicle and, more particularly, to a hitch mounted tire carrier. The invention includes a cantilever construction having the combination of an elongated arm having the tire mount structure, and a bracket for the arm connectable, for example, to a tow hitch of a vehicle. The arm is movable relative to the bracket between the transportation position and in inactive position, and a cinch is provided on the bracket for normally maintaining the arm in the transportation position but releasing the same for movement to the inactive position. The cinch has a lever latch which, in keeping with the invention, is manipulatable of the cinch to an over-center position. A tightener is provided as a protuberance on the lever latch which is mounted for pivoting to a stop position beyond a center position at which it would be generally orthogonal to a bearing surface it engages.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 1995Date of Patent: November 28, 1995Assignee: Mascotech Accessories, Inc.Inventors: Donn S. Van Dusen, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 5456512Abstract: An automotive vehicular rack is described having an adjustable securing mechanism for securing cross slats between side rails. The securing mechanism includes a plunger which is normally urged by a coil spring to a protruding position in which it can register with a selected, corresponding aperture in a side rail. An actuator slide engages the pin defining the plunger to enable a user to slide the pin against the force of the spring as desired, for example, to disengage the cross slat from the side rail.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 1995Date of Patent: October 10, 1995Assignee: Mascotech Accessories, Inc.Inventors: Douglas P. Gibbs, Scott R. Allen
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Patent number: 5454499Abstract: An automotive vehicle rack is described having a wing joint which holds the wing open, i.e., away from its associated cross bar, to facilitate loading/unloading of skis or other elongated articles. An obstruction is included as part of the joint, which obstruction is configured and positioned to hinder the pivoting selectively and hold the wing away from its closed position.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 1993Date of Patent: October 3, 1995Assignee: Mascotech Accessories, Inc.Inventor: Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: 5448805Abstract: A rack strap for an automotive vehicle rack is described having a hook securing arrangement made up not only of a hook but also a sleeve. The sleeve cooperates with the hook to protect the load at the location of the hook, as well as to hinder disengagement of the hook relative to the rack bar. In one embodiment, the hook includes a reentrant end which passes through an eyelet at a rack cross bar, which reentrant end can be encompassed by the sleeve. In another embodiment, the sleeve acts to maintain clasp pieces about a rack cross bar.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 1993Date of Patent: September 12, 1995Assignee: Mascotech Accessories, Inc.Inventors: Scott R. Allen, Douglas P. Gibbs, Donn S. Van Dusen
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Patent number: 5431570Abstract: A latch for removably securing one of a plurality of different accessories to an automobile is described. The latch includes a mounting structure which is permanently installed on the vehicle in a manner which assures that the static and dynamic loading expected by reason of the differing accessories are supported by the vehicle. The latch also provides electrical feed-through for accessories that might need the same, and remote and/or locking securance.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 1993Date of Patent: July 11, 1995Assignee: Sport Rack Systems, Inc.Inventors: Andrew H. Gibbs, Douglas P. Gibbs
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Patent number: D581239Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2007Date of Patent: November 25, 2008Inventor: Douglas P. Gibbs