Patents by Inventor James Lee Gross

James Lee Gross 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).

  • Publication number: 20120251958
    Abstract: An ignition system with means for quick ignition is provided. The ignition system includes a hollow body having a first opening and a second opening; an ignition element for inducing combustion of a solid combustible material at the second opening; a current source electrically coupled to the ignition element; and a blower at the first opening, wherein the blower is configured to induce air flow from the first opening to the second opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2011
    Publication date: October 4, 2012
    Inventors: James Lee Gross, Mark Klein
  • Patent number: 7497531
    Abstract: The present invention is a modular construction method for enclosures and counter assemblies. The counter assembly has a series of modules, which can be added or removed at will. The counter assembly comprises an innovative metal framework having modules connected by angled splices to enhance customization into variable shapes and sizes. Cross-supporting framework and perimeter rails may be added to incorporate customized components for drawers, shelving, appliances, storage, access doors, vents, and the like. The framework is capable of supporting countertops formed in a shape corresponding to the shape of the modular assembly. Side panels may be supported on the framework for purposes of enclosing the assembly, said panels being attached by a plurality of metal clips designed to fit into the metal framework with extensions designed to secure the side panels. The framework and components of the counter assembly are moveable, rearrangeable, and replaceable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2009
    Inventor: James Lee Gross
  • Patent number: 7305982
    Abstract: The present invention is a cooking grill having as its cooking fuel source charcoal, wood, or similar solid fuels and comprised of devices for acceleration of ignition and temperature elevation of the solid fuels so as to lessen cooking preparation time and increase cooking efficiency of said grill. The invention is directed to a barbecue unit capable of accelerated ignition and burn time of charcoal, wood chip, or similar fuel. The unit is comprised of an accelerated ignition system having an ignition box, heating element, plurality of transportable fuel baskets, basket transfer tool, high-pressure forced air supply device, automatic sequenced timer, and ignition air diverter. The unit is further comprised of supporting racks affixed to the shell of the unit and operable to hold the transportable fuel baskets in a plurality of configurations such that heat can be applied directly or indirectly in the cooking of the food.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2007
    Inventor: James Lee Gross