Patents by Inventor Ian Howie

Ian Howie 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).

  • Antimicrobial Article
    Publication number: 20170303698
    Abstract: An antimicrobial article in the form of a portable hygiene mat. The mat includes a lightweight, flexible incorporated with an antimicrobial agent. The mat is readily configurable to a compact size. A fastener secures the mat in the compact configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2016
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Inventors: Ian Howie, David Riggione, Aliaksei Shchebet
  • Adjustable hot gas torch nozzle
    Patent number: 5626471
    Abstract: The invention is drawn to a nozzle device for gas torches which allows interactive, real-time control of thermoplastic processing and a method of using this device. The device consists of a movable nozzle slide that it attached to the tip of the torch. The nozzle slide can be moved in an upward or downward direction, thereby changing the amount of heat contacting the material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 6, 1997
    Assignee: University of Delaware
    Inventors: Ian Howie, Roderic Don, John W. Gillespie, Scott Holmes
  • Portable hygiene mat
    Patent number: D630877
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2011
    Inventor: Ian Howie