Patents by Inventor Gary E. Beck, JR.

Gary E. Beck, JR. 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: 9814335
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a drinking container and a lid. The lid encircles a portion of the drinking container, and includes a body and a rim. The body is formed of an elastomeric material and defines a hollow pocket with an open end and an aperture or scored region. The rim is formed of the elastomeric material and defines a ring running about the open end. Lids in accordance with aspects of the invention are capable of capturing and suspending straws, and preventing spills.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2017
    Inventor: Gary E. Beck, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20160262558
    Abstract: An apparatus comprising a drinking container and a lid is described. The lid encircles a portion of the drinking container, and comprises a body and a rim. The body is formed of an elastomeric material and defines a hollow pocket with an open end and an aperture or scored region. The rim is formed of the elastomeric material and defines a ring running about the open end. Lids in accordance with aspects of the invention are capable of capturing and suspending straws, and preventing spills.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2016
    Publication date: September 15, 2016
    Inventor: Gary E. Beck, JR.