Patents by Inventor Frank M. Butler

Frank M. Butler 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: 4084468
    Abstract: This disclosure pertains to an arm adapted to be installed below a page in a book. The arm is secured to a shaft that is biased to urge the arm in a position which causes the page to be turned. A solenoid coil, operated by a battery and foot switch, releases the shaft allowing the bias means to turn the page. Spring clips carrying a frame are secured to the marginal edges of the book cover. The shaft, spring, and solenoid coil are carried by the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1976
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1978
    Inventor: Frank M. Butler