Patents by Inventor Helene Schmidt

Helene Schmidt 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).

  • Free standing step with user customizable height and flat expanding deck
    Patent number: 7686138
    Abstract: Disclosed in the present invention is a step assembly that facilitates stair climbing. This can aid a person with leg or back pain, decreased range of motion or limited physical strength, due to handicap, injury or infirmity. This free standing, user customizable height step with flat expanding deck surface. The disclosed present invention is a significant improvement over previous attempts to assist individuals by creating a fully adjustable and flat tread surface for the user. The present invention step also provides user customizable heights, by adding adjustment layers, so that the present invention can be used in a variety of step heights.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2010
    Inventor: Helene Schmidt