Patents by Inventor Erik Buonaiuto

Erik Buonaiuto 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: 5653336
    Abstract: A device for carrying a cellular phone on the torso includes a receptacle for holding the phone. In one embodiment, a side strap assembly attaches to a pair of suspenders while supporting the receptacle. The position of the receptacle is moveable along the side strap assembly from the upper chest to the side or back of the wearer. In another embodiment, a shoulder strap assembly supports the receptacle under the arm of a wearer. The elements of the device are visible and not meant to be concealed as are a gun, money, checkbook, credit card or other type of carrying cases. The receptacle is formed from a flexible material. The back of the receptacle includes two vertically spaced horizontal slots and an optional loop for easily mounting the receptacle to a pair of suspenders and the optional strap assemblies. The back of the receptacle also includes a mechanism for removably securing the receptacle to the suspenders and strap assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 5, 1997
    Inventors: Erik Buonaiuto, Val Buonaiuto