Patents by Inventor Franklin R. Lacy

Franklin R. Lacy 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: 11717468
    Abstract: This is to improve performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibration and vibrating action to restore their normal useful functions by vibrating action. The system includes a probe which is introduced through the rectum and has a vibrating element at the end of a flexible shaft having a length sufficient to reach the ileosecal valve in the intestinal tract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2023
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Publication number: 20200297576
    Abstract: This is to improve performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibration and vibrating action to restore their normal useful functions by vibrating action. The system includes a probe which is introduced through the rectum and has a vibrating element at the end of a flexible shaft having a length sufficient to reach the ileosecal valve in the intestinal tract.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2020
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Patent number: 10709636
    Abstract: The system improves performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibrating action to restore their normal youthful functions. The system includes a probe which is introduced through the rectum and has a vibrating element at the end of or along a flexible shaft having a length sufficient to reach the ileocecal valve in the intestinal tract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Publication number: 20160008216
    Abstract: The system improves performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibrating action to restore their normal youthful functions. The system includes a probe which is introduced through the rectum and has a vibrating element at the end of or along a flexible shaft having a length sufficient to reach the ileocecal valve in the intestinal tract.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2015
    Publication date: January 14, 2016
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Patent number: 9155677
    Abstract: The system includes one or more devices to improve performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibrating action. Sources of vibration include a capsule, which can be swallowed, or a larger member that is introduced through the rectum or esophagus or applied into the abdominal cavity with or without incision. These vibration sources are either implanted and inserted for natural passage along the digestive tract, or they are retained at the end of a flexible shaft to reach their intended placement from access through the mouth or rectum. The vibrating capsule can be swallowed as well as implanted and released for natural passage along the small intestine and colon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Patent number: 8820409
    Abstract: The system includes a containment housing with an open bottom which is configured to fit over an undersea oil well pipe which is spilling oil, the housing being lockable to a platform or ring surrounding the oil well pipe or positionable on the sea floor. A pipe is positioned internal of the housing into which the oil well pipe can be fitted, the vertical pipe being directed to or connectable to an evacuation pipe which extends to the surface of the sea, through which the oil from the well moves by means of an evacuation pump. The oil is pumped at a rate approximately at least as great as the rate of the oil spill. An infusion line and associated pump is connected to the chamber for pumping mud and/or cement and/or concrete into the chamber to stop and seal the spill and to ensure the housing remains positioned over the oil spill well pipe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: Franklin R Lacy
  • Patent number: 8523495
    Abstract: The bulkhead anchoring system includes a plurality of concrete slabs which are sufficiently heavy to remain in place on a bottom surface of a waterway, due to high suction produced by the bottom of the waterway on the slabs. The slabs are positioned close to or adjacent the bulkhead. Risers extend vertically upwardly from the concrete slabs, at the rear corners thereof, positioned such that the risers are in contact with the bulkhead. The risers are concrete if the waterway is saltwater or can be galvanized steel if the waterway is fresh water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Publication number: 20130047879
    Abstract: The system includes one or more devices to deter pig-blood sensitive terrorists' and others from passing across borders and across perimeters. It also deters similar terrorist suicide bombers. Sources of deterrence include pig blood derivatives in paint, spray, and detonation distribution form. In addition there are sources of deterrence from ampoules containing pig blood derivatives positioned in public buildings and on public transportation vehicles accompanied by appropriate signage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2011
    Publication date: February 28, 2013
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Publication number: 20130041299
    Abstract: The system includes one or more devices to improve performance of selected internal organs by stimulating the organs through vibrating action of the device to restore their normal youthful function. Sources of vibration include a capsule, which can be swallowed, or a larger member that is introduced through the rectum or esophagus or applied into the abdominal cavity with or without incision. These vibration sources are either implanted and inserted for natural passage along the digestive tract, or they are retained at the end of a flexible shaft of length sufficient to reach their deepest intended placement from access through the mouth or rectum. Additionally, in the case of the vibrating capsule, it can be swallowed as well as implanted and released for natural passage along the small intestine and colon. The capsule can also be retained at the end of a flexible, controllable shaft of length sufficient to reach past the duodenum. The flexible shaft movement is controllable to increase effectiveness.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2011
    Publication date: February 14, 2013
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Publication number: 20120247784
    Abstract: The system includes a containment housing with an open bottom which is configured to fit over an undersea oil well pipe which is spilling oil, the housing being lockable to a platform or ring surrounding the oil well pipe or positionable on the sea floor. A pipe is positioned internal of the housing into which the oil well pipe can be fitted, the vertical pipe being directed to or connectable to an evacuation pipe which extends to the surface of the sea, through which the oil from the well moves by means of an evacuation pump. The oil is pumped at a rate approximately at least as great as the rate of the oil spill. An infusion line and associated pump is connected to the chamber for pumping mud and/or cement and/or concrete into the chamber to stop and seal the spill and to ensure the housing remains positioned over the oil spill well pipe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2011
    Publication date: October 4, 2012
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Publication number: 20100303554
    Abstract: The bulkhead anchoring system includes a plurality of concrete slabs which are sufficiently heavy to remain in place on a bottom surface of a waterway, due to high suction produced by the bottom of the waterway on the slabs. The slabs are positioned close to or adjacent the bulkhead. Risers extend vertically upwardly from the concrete slabs, at the rear corners thereof, positioned such that the risers are in contact with the bulkhead. The risers are concrete if the waterway is saltwater or can be galvanized steel if the waterway is fresh water.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2009
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Patent number: 5107784
    Abstract: The docking system (10) includes a plurality of docking members (16, 17, 18) connected together end to end. Each docking member (16, 17, 18) is anchored to the bottom surface (47) of the body of water by means of a combination of fixed anchor members (42, 44), connecting cables (46, 52) and a suspended anchor member (50) which is suspended in the water between the respective docking members (16, 17, 18) and the bottom surface (47). At the water end of the plurality of docking members (16, 17, 18) is positioned crosswise a breakwater member (19) which is substantially longer than the width of the docking members (16, 17, 18). The breakwater member (19) has an anchor system comprising a fixed anchor member (64), an anchor cable (68) and a suspended anchor member (70).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 1991
    Date of Patent: April 28, 1992
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Patent number: 5092262
    Abstract: A flat, single piece windshield (140) which extends across the front edge of an exposed bridge (142) and is rotatably connected thereto. The windshield (140) includes two elongated support poles (157, 159) which extend, respectively, from the top edge of the windshield (140) downwardly to connecting points along the side edges of the bridge (142). The lower ends of the support poles (157,159) are movable between a series of connecting points on a track, thereby providing a capability for the windshield (140) to be raised and lowered through a large angle relative to the bridge. A canopy (160), which includes lateral (186-189) four side support assemblies (172,174), a top cover and side covers. The canopy (160) may be nested in a stowed position at the rear of the bridge when desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1990
    Date of Patent: March 3, 1992
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy
  • Patent number: 4926782
    Abstract: A flat single piece windshield (10) which extends across the bow of the boat and is rotatably connected thereto by hinges (20,22). The windshield (10) includes two elongated support elements (48,50) which extend, respectively, from the top edge (14) of the windshield (10) downwardly to tracks which extend respectively along the gunwales of the boat. The lower ends of the support elements (48,50) are movable along the longitudinal tracks, thereby providing a capability for the windshield (10) to be raised and lowered through a large angle relative to the plane of the boat. A canopy (11) which includes a frame (67) and a cover (124) extends rearwardly from the top edge (14) of the windshield (10). The canopy (b 11) is supported by telescoping poles (82,84) which extend from the rear of the canopy (11) downwardly to the gunwales of the boat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1988
    Date of Patent: May 22, 1990
    Inventor: Franklin R. Lacy