Patents by Inventor James W. Kernodle, Sr.

James W. Kernodle, Sr. 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: 4782957
    Abstract: The invention comprises a support structure for receiving and lockably holding various items. The support structure has one or more of a variety of receiving structures in its upper surface. Container bases to which containers may be attached or which are formed in one piece with the container bases fit in a particular receiving structure and may be locked into place in the support structure. This invention permits organizing bottles, containers and caps for various felt markers and wirting instruments of various sizes and for holding them securely in a fixed position so that they may be easily opened and closed with only one hand while at the same time allowing them to be easily removed from the support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 1987
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1988
    Inventor: James W. Kernodle, Sr.
  • Patent number: 4687108
    Abstract: Base unit and receptacle for holding various household items. The base unit is comprised of a surface with channels having inwardly projecting flanges. Receptacles have a flange capable of being inserted into the channel in the base. The flange on each receptacle is rectangular in shape, preventing the receptacle from being rotated when in the base channel. The invention is particularly useful for persons who have difficulty unscrewing lids on bottles due to limited use of their hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1987
    Inventor: James W. Kernodle, Sr.