Patents by Inventor Ingbert E. Fuchs

Ingbert E. Fuchs 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: 5486322
    Abstract: Method of making a multilayer protective covering such as a surgical glove, finger cot or condom. Mold with a first layer is dipped into a gas-releasing solution which comprises a release agent, a blowing agent, and/or a coagulant. The mold is then dipped into a layer-forming solution to form a second layer. Heat is applied and gas forms between the layers, separating the layers. An antimicrobial solution may replace gas between the layers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 23, 1996
    Assignee: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventor: Ingbert E. Fuchs
  • Patent number: 5483697
    Abstract: Protective covering such as a surgical glove, finger cot or condom having two layers with a middle layer of sealing solution disposed between the two layers. The solution operates to fill punctures or tears in the two layers. The middle layer may include an evaporation inhibitor to inhibit evaporation of antimicrobial or sealing solutions in the middle layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 1993
    Date of Patent: January 16, 1996
    Assignee: Board of Regents The University of Texas
    Inventor: Ingbert E. Fuchs
  • Patent number: 5459879
    Abstract: A protective covering, such as a surgical glove, having two layers sandwiching a layer of protective solution, such that if the covering becomes punctured or torn, the substance releases to protect the user. The liquid layer has an average thickness of less than about 0.12 mm, such that it exerts a capillary force on the two glove layers, thereby providing a mechanical-like coupling effect. The protective solution may include a dye for a visual indication of punctures or tears in the outer layer. The layers may be adhered together at desired points to restrict the layers from peeling apart during use. Various methods for making such protective coverings are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 24, 1995
    Assignee: Board Of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventor: Ingbert E. Fuchs