Patents by Inventor Janet K. Ledford

Janet K. Ledford 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: 6012243
    Abstract: A method of and an apparatus for displaying goods is disclosed. The method pertains to the provision of a structure containing at least two parallel rails which define a plane area, wherein the rails are adapted to cooperate each with the other to mount and maintain in the plane area without fastening devices extraneous to the structure a rigid surface upon which is attached the goods to be displayed. The apparatus pertains to an example of a specific structure, and variations thereof, which is employed according to the method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2000
    Inventor: Janet K. Ledford
  • Patent number: 5620229
    Abstract: An article of manufacture useful to cover and bag a portable folding lounge of the type usually associated with sun bathing and casual uses is provided. The article, which is a flexible material detachably fitted to the lounge, is adapted to transport and store the lounge and personal items employed in the use of the lounge by a person reclining thereon. The article provides a uniform surface upon which a user may recline as well as a bag which fully encloses the lounge upon folding for subsequent storage and transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 15, 1997
    Inventor: Janet K. Ledford