Patents by Inventor Frances L. Simmons

Frances L. Simmons 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: 6378463
    Abstract: A interactive pet device for providing exercise, entertainment and a resting area for cats. The interactive pet device includes a first plate. The first plate has a top side, a bottom side and a peripheral wall extending therebetween. A second plate has a top surface, a bottom surface and a peripheral wall extending therebetween. A plurality of posts positions the first and second plates in a spaced relationship. Each of the posts has a first end and a second end. Each of the first ends of the plurality of posts is securely coupled to the top surface of the second plate. Each of the second ends is securely coupled to the bottom side of the first plate. A plurality of elongate flexible members each a first and second end. Each of the first ends of the elongate flexible members is securely coupled to the bottom side of the first plate. Each of a plurality of toys is securing coupled to one of the second ends of the elongate flexible members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2002
    Inventor: Frances L. Simmons