Patents by Inventor Jeff Green
Jeff Green 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).
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Patent number: 11933522Abstract: A portable heater that includes a ceramic substrate with a heating element configured to define a field of direct radiation, a heat reflector with a concave reflective surface configured to define a field of reflective radiation, a grill cover mounted on the heat reflector, where the ceramic substrate is mounted on an interior side of the grill cover with the heating element facing the concave reflective surface such that the field of direct radiation onto the concave reflective surface is unobstructed.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2022Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: THE MERCHANT OF TENNIS, INC.Inventor: Jeff Green
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Patent number: 11807414Abstract: A collapsible crate with improved stability and smooth movement includes a top having two opposing top side sections defining top side axes and two opposing top end sections defining top end axes; a bottom having two opposing bottom side edges defining bottom side axes and two opposing bottom end edges defining bottom end axes; first and second opposing end walls, the first and second end walls each being pivotably connected to the top along the corresponding top end sections with interlocking projections; and first and second opposing side walls. The crate includes one or more features which help the crate remain in the erect configuration, for example, a first protrusion protruding from an inner surface of a first side wall, wherein the first protrusion is configured to abut with a portion of a first end wall with an interference fit when the crate is in an erect configuration.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2022Date of Patent: November 7, 2023Assignee: U.S. Merchants Financial Group, Inc.Inventors: Jeff Green, Jose F. Gomez-Mustafa
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Patent number: 11731803Abstract: A collapsible crate or container movable between an erect configuration and a collapsed configuration, has a crate member having an upper peripheral rim, a bottom member, two hinged and collapsible opposing side walls and two hinged end walls that collectively define an interior volume when the crate member is in the erect configuration, and a lid member with first and second lid portions and a hinge that releasably couples the first and second lid portions. The crate member and the lid member also includes latch member to releasably latch the lid member to the crate member in a use/deployed position and a stowed position.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2021Date of Patent: August 22, 2023Assignee: The Merchant of Tennis, Inc.Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20230028124Abstract: A portable heater that includes a ceramic substrate with a heating element configured to define a field of direct radiation, a heat reflector with a concave reflective surface configured to define a field of reflective radiation, a grill cover mounted on the heat reflector, where the ceramic substrate is mounted on an interior side of the grill cover with the heating element facing the concave reflective surface such that the field of direct radiation onto the concave reflective surface is unobstructed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2022Publication date: January 26, 2023Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20230002112Abstract: A collapsible crate or container movable between an erect configuration and a collapsed configuration, has a crate member having an upper peripheral rim, a bottom member, two hinged and collapsible opposing side walls and two hinged end walls that collectively define an interior volume when the crate member is in the erect configuration, and a lid member with first and second lid portions and a hinge that releasably couples the first and second lid portions. The crate member and the lid member also includes latch member to releasably latch the lid member to the crate member in a use/deployed position and a stowed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2021Publication date: January 5, 2023Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20220289426Abstract: A collapsible crate with improved stability and smooth movement includes a top having two opposing top side sections defining top side axes and two opposing top end sections defining top end axes; a bottom having two opposing bottom side edges defining bottom side axes and two opposing bottom end edges defining bottom end axes; first and second opposing end walls, the first and second end walls each being pivotably connected to the top along the corresponding top end sections with interlocking projections; and first and second opposing side walls. The crate includes one or more features which help the crate remain in the erect configuration, for example, a first protrusion protruding from an inner surface of a first side wall, wherein the first protrusion is configured to abut with a portion of a first end wall with an interference fit when the crate is in an erect configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2022Publication date: September 15, 2022Inventors: Jeff Green, Jose F. Gomez-Mustafa
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Patent number: 11371748Abstract: A portable heater that includes a ceramic substrate with a heating element configured to define a field of direct radiation, a heat reflector with a concave reflective surface configured to define a field of reflective radiation, a grill cover mounted on the heat reflector, where the ceramic substrate is mounted on an interior side of the grill cover with the heating element facing the concave reflective surface such that the field of direct radiation onto the concave reflective surface is unobstructed.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2019Date of Patent: June 28, 2022Assignee: The Merchant of Tennis, Inc.Inventor: Jeff Green
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Patent number: 11352168Abstract: A collapsible crate with improved stability and smooth movement includes a top having two opposing top side sections defining top side axes and two opposing top end sections defining top end axes; a bottom having two opposing bottom side edges defining bottom side axes and two opposing bottom end edges defining bottom end axes; first and second opposing end walls, the first and second end walls each being pivotably connected to the top along the corresponding top end sections with interlocking projections; and first and second opposing side walls. The crate includes one or more features which help the crate remain in the erect configuration, for example, a first protrusion protruding from an inner surface of a first side wall, wherein the first protrusion is configured to abut with a portion of a first end wall with an interference fit when the crate is in an erect configuration.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2015Date of Patent: June 7, 2022Assignee: U.S. Merchants Financial Group, Inc.Inventors: Jeff Green, Jose F. Gomez-Mustafa
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Publication number: 20220033151Abstract: A storage device has a container and a lid dolly that is usable as a lid to close the container and as a dolly to transport the container, wherein the lid dolly has casters configured to fit within the interior of the container when the lid dolly is closed on the container. A storage device kit has a container, a lid, a template, casters and fasteners. A retrofit kit for a storage device with a container and a lid has a template, casters and fasteners. The template may be installed as a reinforcement plate to structurally reinforce the lid for supporting the weight load of the container and its contents.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2020Publication date: February 3, 2022Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20210316024Abstract: A footwear sanitation station with UVC emitters to radiate footwear positioned on supporting grates through which UVC radiation can irradiate outsoles of the footwear. The station includes one or more different types of sensors, a power indicator, a sanitize indicator, a power source, and a a controller with a processor allowing the station to operate in different modes, including a Stand-By Mode and a Sanitize Mode, and to activate the power indicator and the sanitize indicator to provide cues to a user of the Mode of operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2021Publication date: October 14, 2021Inventor: Jeff Green
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Patent number: 11130511Abstract: Various configurations of light weight pick carts are disclosed; some embodiments may alternate between a first configuration having two shelf racks and a second configuration having both a shelf rack and a flatbed. A first shelf rack has multiple accessory support units attached, having multiple different configurations to facilitate holding differing shapes, sizes, or weights of accessories. Swivel casters and multiple handle locations can enhance maneuverability; and proper selection of material and use of perforation and wire frames may reduce weight to ease operation. For stability, a removable second shelf rack may engage the first shelf rack using hooks, while a removable flatbed unit may engage the first shelf rack using notches. The second shelf rack provides more discrete storage locations, while the flatbed permits transportation of larger or heavier items. This versatility enhances the utility of the cart.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2019Date of Patent: September 28, 2021Assignee: Walmart Apollo, LLCInventors: Tawfeek Abohammdan, Jeff Green, Paul Durkee
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Patent number: 11117714Abstract: A storage container has a lid and a base, a first releasable locking mechanism including a snap-fit coupling between the lid and the base and a second releasable locking mechanism including a hinged coupling between the lid and the base.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2019Date of Patent: September 14, 2021Inventor: Jeff Green
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Patent number: 11040804Abstract: A locking band for securing a lid to a container. The locking band includes a first arm and a second arm configured to mate with the first arm. The first and second arms are configured to move between a disengaged position and an engaged position. The locking band also includes an inwardly-facing channel defined by the first and second arms configured to receive a peripheral portion of the lid and a corresponding peripheral portion of the container. At least one alignment pin is provided at a first end of one of the first and second arms, and at least one alignment receptacle is defined at a first end of the other one of the first and second arms to receive the alignment pin when the first and second arms are in the engaged position.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2018Date of Patent: June 22, 2021Assignee: U.S. Merchants Financial Group, Inc.Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20210041140Abstract: A portable heater that includes a ceramic substrate with a heating element configured to define a field of direct radiation, a heat reflector with a concave reflective surface configured to define a field of reflective radiation, a grill cover mounted on the heat reflector, where the ceramic substrate is mounted on an interior side of the grill cover with the heating element facing the concave reflective surface such that the field of direct radiation onto the concave reflective surface is unobstructed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2019Publication date: February 11, 2021Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20200399026Abstract: A storage container has a lid and a base, a first releasable locking mechanism including a snap-fit coupling between the lid and the base and a second releasable locking mechanism including a hinged coupling between the lid and the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2019Publication date: December 24, 2020Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20200399021Abstract: A storage container has a base with a wall defining an extra opening into an interior volume of the base, and a hinged access panel that is translucent to provide visual access into the interior volume. The hinged access panel is movable between an open position and a closed position, wherein the open position provides physical access into the interior volume through the extra opening and the closed position covers the extra opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2019Publication date: December 24, 2020Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20200307862Abstract: A storage container has an interior volume defined by a bottom, two side walls and two end walls, and a packaging label affixed to an outer surface of a wall, the label having a first portion with first pre-printed material, and a second portion with a surface adapted to receiving written marking, including content information marked by a purchaser or user.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2019Publication date: October 1, 2020Inventor: Jeff Green
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Publication number: 20200039553Abstract: Various configurations of light weight pick carts are disclosed; some embodiments may alternate between a first configuration having two shelf racks and a second configuration having both a shelf rack and a flatbed. A first shelf rack has multiple accessory support units attached, having multiple different configurations to facilitate holding differing shapes, sizes, or weights of accessories. Swivel casters and multiple handle locations can enhance maneuverability; and proper selection of material and use of perforation and wire frames may reduce weight to ease operation. For stability, a removable second shelf rack may engage the first shelf rack using hooks, while a removable flatbed unit may engage the first shelf rack using notches. The second shelf rack provides more discrete storage locations, while the flatbed permits transportation of larger or heavier items. This versatility enhances the utility of the cart.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2019Publication date: February 6, 2020Inventors: Tawfeek Abohammdan, Jeff Green, Paul Durkee
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Publication number: 20190106250Abstract: A locking band for securing a lid to a container. The locking band includes a first arm and a second arm configured to mate with the first arm. The first and second arms are configured to move between a disengaged position and an engaged position. The locking band also includes an inwardly-facing channel defined by the first and second arms configured to receive a peripheral portion of the lid and a corresponding peripheral portion of the container. At least one alignment pin is provided at a first end of one of the first and second arms, and at least one alignment receptacle is defined at a first end of the other one of the first and second arms to receive the alignment pin when the first and second arms are in the engaged position.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2018Publication date: April 11, 2019Inventor: Jeff Green
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Patent number: D909550Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2019Date of Patent: February 2, 2021Inventor: Jeff Green