Patents by Inventor Henri J. Gigandet

Henri J. Gigandet 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).

  • Sound-effects generating device for activity toys or vehicles
    Patent number: 5130693
    Abstract: A battery-powered, electro-mechanical device which automatically generates sound-effects and flashing lights depending on its position or tilt is disclosed. The device, housed in a rigid encasement, consists of a position/tilt actuator and sensor, an electronic circuit board, a sound-effects generator, an amplifier, a speaker, LED lamps and driver. The device can be attached to the underside of a skateboard between the forward and rearward trucks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 1990
    Date of Patent: July 14, 1992
    Inventor: Henri J. Gigandet