Patents by Inventor Jean Johnson

Jean Johnson 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).

  • Foam stabilization for personal flotation device
    Patent number: 6986691
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a system and method for improved stabilization of multiple layers of flexible foam material in personal flotation devices. The present invention includes front and back covered segments incorporating multiple layers of buoyant material connected together by fabric inserted into one or more slits formed through the layers. The ends of the fabric are preferably sewn together. In an alternative embodiment, the connected multiple layers of buoyant material are secured within the covered segments by affixing them within the covered segments. The present invention provides improved stabilization of multiple layers of flexible foam material when used in personal flotation devices to reduce curling and fanning issues and avoid bulk and weight while providing a cosmetically appealing flotation device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2006
    Assignee: Steams Inc.
    Inventors: Jean Johnson, Marcy Carlson, Brenda Espelien
  • Internal body encircling belt for personal floation devices
    Publication number: 20050106962
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a system for a buoyant material, a cover, and a belt arranged between the cover and the buoyant material. The belt is stitched to the cover at at least one location. In accordance with further aspects of the invention, the belt is stitched to the cover near a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. In accordance with other aspects of the invention, the belt passes through the cover and is stitched to the cover near the location where the belt passes through the cover.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2003
    Publication date: May 19, 2005
    Inventor: Jean Johnson
  • Foam stabilization for personal flotation device
    Publication number: 20050079778
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a system and method for improved stabilization of multiple layers of flexible foam material in personal flotation devices. The present invention includes front and back covered segments incorporating multiple layers of buoyant material connected together by fabric inserted into one or more slits formed through the layers. The ends of the fabric are preferably sewn together. In an alternative embodiment, the connected multiple layers of buoyant material are secured within the covered segments by affixing them within the covered segments. The present invention provides improved stabilization of multiple layers of flexible foam material when used in personal flotation devices to reduce curling and fanning issues and avoid bulk and weight while providing a cosmetically appealing flotation device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2003
    Publication date: April 14, 2005
    Inventors: Jean Johnson, Marcy Carlson, Brenda Espelien
  • Ferret cage
    Patent number: D357558
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Inventor: Jean Johnson