Patents by Inventor Ernest W. Rinard

Ernest W. Rinard 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).

  • Paper clip with writing surfaces
    Patent number: 5398384
    Abstract: The present invention is a novel and unique paper clip with writing surfaces on the front and back surfaces of the paper clip for writing notes. It has a flat body surrounded by an integrally connected frame which can be bent in a general arc for holding at least two papers between the flat body and the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 21, 1995
    Inventor: Ernest W. Rinard
  • Multi-function earthquake alerting apparatus
    Patent number: 5252786
    Abstract: The present invention is a multi-function earthquake alerting apparatus. It is designed and built as an average household item with simple and durable mechanical parts. It can serve as a decorative item. However, when an earthquake happens, it will serve as an information center in a quick glance. The essential functions of the present invention earthquake alerting apparatus include indicating the direction of the epicenter of a major earthquake, providing an auditory alert for small warning shocks and after shocks, and providing information on the exact time of the earthquake.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 12, 1993
    Inventor: Ernest W. Rinard
  • Kitchen utensil holder
    Patent number: D353745
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 27, 1994
    Inventor: Ernest W. Rinard