Patents by Inventor Franklin NG

Franklin NG 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: 9568174
    Abstract: Provided is a system and method for a portable lantern. The portable lantern includes a collapsible translucent hydration bladder, the bladder having an empty state that is suitable for compact storage and a liquid containing state. The bladder has a bottom section structured and arranged to expand and provide a base in the liquid containing state to support the bladder in a generally upright position. A light source suitable for temporary attachment to the outside of the hydration bladder is also provided, the light source emitting light through the bladder and dispersed by liquid when disposed within the bladder to provide a portable lantern. An associated method of use for a portable lantern is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Inventor: Franklin Ng
  • Publication number: 20160209011
    Abstract: Provided is a system and method for a portable lantern. The portable lantern includes a collapsible translucent hydration bladder, the bladder having an empty state that is suitable for compact storage and a liquid containing state. The bladder has a bottom section structured and arranged to expand and provide a base in the liquid containing state to support the bladder in a generally upright position. A a light source suitable for temporary attachment to the outside of the hydration bladder is also provided, the light source emitting light through the bladder and dispersed by liquid when disposed within the bladder to provide a portable lantern. An associated method of use for a portable lantern is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2016
    Publication date: July 21, 2016
    Inventor: Franklin Ng
  • Patent number: 9341356
    Abstract: Provided is a system and method for a portable lantern. The portable lantern includes a collapsible translucent hydration bladder, the bladder having an empty state that is suitable for compact storage and a liquid containing state. The bladder has a bottom section structured and arranged to expand and provide a base in the liquid containing state to support the bladder in a generally upright position. A light source suitable for temporary attachment to the outside of the hydration bladder is also provided, the light source emitting light through the bladder and dispersed by liquid when disposed within the bladder to provide a portable lantern. An associated method of use for a portable lantern is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2016
    Inventor: Franklin Ng
  • Publication number: 20160091184
    Abstract: Provided is a system and method for a portable lantern. The portable lantern includes a collapsible translucent hydration bladder, the bladder having an empty state that is suitable for compact storage and a liquid containing state. The bladder has a bottom section structured and arranged to expand and provide a base in the liquid containing state to support the bladder in a generally upright position. A light source suitable for temporary attachment to the outside of the hydration bladder is also provided, the light source emitting light through the bladder and dispersed by liquid when disposed within the bladder to provide a portable lantern. An associated method of use for a portable lantern is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2014
    Publication date: March 31, 2016
    Inventor: Franklin NG