Patents by Inventor George Spector

George Spector 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).

  • Pet excrement snap scoop
    Patent number: 5156427
    Abstract: A scoop device is provided for removing animal droppings which consists of a shovel member to pick up the animal droppings, a cover member to close over the shovel member and a mechanism for pivoting the cover member to the shovel member. When the cover member is placed in an open position, the shovel member can pick up the animal droppings. When the cover member is placed in a closed position, it will prevent the animal droppings from accidentally departing the shovel member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1992
    Inventors: Helen M. Longrie, George Spector
  • Bottom hand bat swing developer
    Patent number: 5154416
    Abstract: A bottom hand swing developer for a batter is provided and consists of a harness worn on the upper torso of the batter and a restraining member of predetermined length disposed between the harness and a wrist of a top hand of the batter. The top hand will be restricted from dominating the batting swing, while the bottom hand will participate equally with the top hand when the batter swings the bat to hit the ball.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1992
    Inventors: Joseph C. Smull, George Spector
  • Key ring token dispenser
    Patent number: 5152399
    Abstract: An improved key and coin holder is provided and consists of a housing for holding a plurality of coins therein, a mechanism within the housing for readily positioning the coins in a stacked relationship so that the coins can be dispensed from the housing one at a time and a chain having one end attached within the housing to the readily positioning mechanism so that the other end of the chain can engage with a key.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1992
    Inventors: Patrick Keenaghan, George Spector
  • VCR video keeper
    Patent number: 5148764
    Abstract: A video cassette recorder index device is provided and consists of a plurality of drums that are manually rotatable vertically within a housing. Indicia is printed onto tops of the drums so that a portion of the indicia can be viewed through small window openings in the top wall of the housing. The indicia will indicate the title, tape number and place where the counter of the recorder stopped for video cassette tapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1992
    Inventors: Bobby Berkenheger, George Spector
  • Prop jet airplane propelling system
    Patent number: 5149016
    Abstract: A propelling system for an aircraft having a fuselage and a pair of swept wings, is provided and consists of a pair of propeller driving engines, each carried on top rearward edge of each swept wing so as to push the aircraft forward, a pair of pylons, each carried on bottom of a forward edge of each swept wing and a pair of jet engines, each affixed to a bottom end of each pylon so as to pull the aircraft forward.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1992
    Inventors: John Huhn, George Spector
  • Car locator
    Patent number: 5140933
    Abstract: An apparatus for locating a motor vehicle is provided that can be magnetically attached to the motor vehicle so that indicia thereon can be easily seen at substantial distances from the motor vehicle. A housing having a magnet imbedded within a rear side surface for magnetic attachment of the housing to the vehicle in the vicinity of a door. An L-shaped flap extends laterally from a lower edge of the housing and is securable between a closed door and the door frame of the vehicle. Telescopic panel segments having indicia thereon are extendable upwardly out of the housing to provide an elevated message.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 25, 1992
    Inventors: Dorothy O. Nishina, George Spector
  • Automatic open and close sign
    Patent number: 5136799
    Abstract: An automatic and manually operated open-closed sign is provided that will include a timed motor to operate rotatable slats having the words "OPEN" and "CLOSED" printed on each side. A manual override is also provided so that the sign can be operated directly by a person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 11, 1992
    Inventors: Alvin Knappick, George Spector
  • Head rest extension
    Patent number: 5135283
    Abstract: A headrest extension is provided for a seat of a type having an existing built-in headrest supported by a stanchion extending upwardly from the top of a seat back, of the seat. The headrest extension consists of a cushion having a body of relatively soft material and a mechanism for attaching the cushion to the existing built-in headrest so that when a person sits in the seat the head of the person can rest comfortably against the cushion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1992
    Inventors: Daniel S. Cassese, George Spector
  • Lock for gear shift lever
    Patent number: 5125249
    Abstract: An automotive locking device is provided for a floor mounted gear shift lever in a motor vehicle which consists of an enclosure to fit over the floor mounted gear shift lever when the gear shift lever is in the park position mode. A mechanism is for retaining the enclosure in a stationary condition so that the operation of the floor mounted gear shift lever is prevented.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1992
    Inventors: Raythion Fields, George Spector
  • Disposable toothbrush
    Patent number: 5123765
    Abstract: A disposable toothbrush is provided and consists of an elongated tubular handle having a threaded aperture in a first end and a compartment therein and a brush member having a shaft with a head and bristles on a first end and threads on a second end. In one instance the brush member can be inserted into the compartment of the handle with the threaded second end engagable with the threaded aperture in the first end of the handle in a storage position. In another instance the brush member can be removed from the compartment of the handle and reversed with the threaded second end engagable with the threaded aperture in the first end of the handle in a useable position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1992
    Inventors: Daniel J. O'Connell, George Spector
  • Glide rocker
    Patent number: 5123701
    Abstract: A glide rocker is provided and consists of a piece of furniture to accommodate at least one person thereon and a rocker base having a mechanism for moving the piece of furniture back and forth with respect to the floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1992
    Inventors: Wilbert O. Bottamiller, George Spector
  • Guardian outlet cover
    Patent number: 5122071
    Abstract: A safety cover plate for an electrical receptacle is provided and consists of a base member having spaced slots therein in alignment with spaced slots in the receptacle when the base member is attached to the receptacle in a wall. A protector member has spaced slots therein which is rotatably affixed to the base member over the spaced slots in the base member and is normally biased so that the spaced slots of the protector member are out of alignment with the spaced slots in the base member to prevent foreign objects from being inserted into the slots of the receptacle by a small child.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1992
    Inventors: Jay G. Pridgeon, George Spector
  • Domino game
    Patent number: 5122087
    Abstract: A toppling toy game is provided which consists of an elongated flexible cord member and a plurality of plate members. A mechanism is for pivotally mounting each of the plate members to the elongated flexible cord member, so as to move about an axis of rotation between an upright position and an inclined position separating from the elongated flexible cord member. The plate members are so spaced apart from one another at horizontal intervals less then the heights of the plate members when in their upright positons, so that when the leading plate member is toppled backward it will successively and sequentially effect backward toppling of the following plate members, thereby producing the domino effect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1992
    Inventors: Mario Coccoli, George Spector
  • Convertible seat cushion/tote bag for skates
    Patent number: 5120108
    Abstract: A combination seat, equipment holder and ice skate protector device is provided and consists of a first cushioned panel hinged to a second storage panel having a plurality of pockets which is hinged to a third padded panel. The first cushioned panel is placed upon a dressing room bench so that an ice skater can sit in comfort. The second storage panel hangs down in front of the dressing room bench, so that the pockets can hold in an organized manner small equipment. The third padded panel sits upon the floor so that ice skates can rest upon it for protection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1992
    Inventors: John Watson, George Spector
  • Sort and cycle bin
    Patent number: 5119958
    Abstract: A sort an cycle bin is provided for waste materials which consists of a receptacle having a front wall, a rear wall, a bottom wall and a pair of side walls with a plurality of horizontally oriented and vertically spaced apart compartments. Indicia is associated with the compartments, for visually indicating the type of waste material to be placed in each compartment. A removable container is to be placed into each compartment for receiving one type of waste material that will be placed therein. A mechanism is for suspending each of the removable containers within each of the compartments. Each of the different waste materials can be placed into each of the removable containers and then be removed to facilitate its transportation to a recycling facility. A lid is hinged to a top edge of the rear wall of the receptacle, so that when the lid is placed in a closed position it will cover the compartments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1992
    Inventors: Robert Gabert, George Spector
  • Automatic oxygen generator
    Patent number: 5117783
    Abstract: An apparatus for supplying additional oxygen to a combustion engine is provided which consists of a permeable container affixed against an air cleaning filter in a carburetor of the combustion engine. A mechanism is within the permeable container for converting hydrogen in the air to oxygen, when the air is sucked past the air cleaning filter entering the carburetor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1992
    Inventors: Antonio Robinson, George Spector
  • Headshade
    Patent number: 5116288
    Abstract: A head shade is provided that includes a covering which will protect a person's face and head from the rays of the sun when the person is in a reclined position, such as on the beach or the like. The head shade can be folded up and stored when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1992
    Inventors: Kyle K. Kondo, George Spector
  • Shampoo stimulator
    Patent number: 5116253
    Abstract: A hair shampoo stimulator device is provided and consists of a rectangular frame slightly curved downwardly zigzag supports are affixed to and extend across the narrow portion of the frame in spaced apart relationships. Firm bristles are affixed to and face downwardly on each support. A shampoo solution dispenser is on the frame for dispensing the shampoo solution directly to a scalp of a person so that the bristles will foam the shampoo solution and massage the scalp to stimulate the hair roots.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1990
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1992
    Inventors: Satendra Charitar, George Spector
  • Self-cleaning cat litter box
    Patent number: 5113801
    Abstract: A self-cleaning cat litter box is provided which consists of a housing having a floor, side walls, and end walls with an open top, so that a cat can enter. A platform is pivotally mounted at one end proximate one of the end walls of the housing, so that the cat can squat thereon and defecate. A mechanism, activated by the weight of the cat on the platform, is for lifting the platform up on an angle, spraying water upon the platform and lowering the platform back to its original position after the cat leaves the platform. A drain is located at the pivoted end of the platform to carry the waste water therefrom. A mechanism is fluidly connected to the drain for liquefying any solid waste within the waste water so that all of the waste water can be flushed out.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1992
    Inventors: Rony Rotstein, George Spector
  • Non stick windshield wipers
    Patent number: 5107563
    Abstract: A nonstick windshield wiper blade for a windshield wiper that is suitably mounted on a windshield of a motor vehicle is provided and consists of the wiper blade having a TEFLON tip so that ice and snow can be better removed from the windshield when the windshield wiper is in operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 1990
    Date of Patent: April 28, 1992
    Inventors: Bernard Zimmerman, George Spector