Patents by Inventor Jeffrey S. Sherwood

Jeffrey S. Sherwood 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: 20220118145
    Abstract: Described are bonding modulating coatings configured to provide an improved release profile of a volatile composition from a scent reservoir, wherein the modulating coating includes a barrier substance configured to hinder the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The modulating coating also includes a hygroscopic substance that facilitates the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The barrier substance and hygroscopic substance are mixed in a proportion such that the modulating coating provides a bonding action between adjacent scent reservoirs and may be formulated to maintain bonding even under the application of heat. The bonding modulating coating may then be used to bond a number of scent reservoirs together into a larger, three-dimensional matrix to provide improved scent retention and longevity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2021
    Publication date: April 21, 2022
    Applicant: Enviroscent, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Mehnert, Bao Trong Do, Nicholas D. McKay, JR., Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Patent number: 11241514
    Abstract: Described are bonding modulating coatings configured to provide an improved release profile of a volatile composition from a scent reservoir, wherein the modulating coating includes a barrier substance configured to hinder the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The modulating coating also includes a hygroscopic substance that facilitates the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The barrier substance and hygroscopic substance are mixed in a proportion such that the modulating coating provides a bonding action between adjacent scent reservoirs and may be formulated to maintain bonding even under the application of heat. The bonding modulating coating may then be used to bond a number of scent reservoirs together into a larger, three-dimensional matrix to provide improved scent retention and longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2022
    Assignee: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Eric Mehnert, Bao Trong Do, Nicholas D. McKay, Jr., Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20220023480
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2021
    Publication date: January 27, 2022
    Applicant: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffery S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 11167055
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2021
    Assignee: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffery S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 10987445
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Assignee: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffery S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriguez
  • Publication number: 20200237949
    Abstract: Described are bonding modulating coatings configured to provide an improved release profile of a volatile composition from a scent reservoir, wherein the modulating coating includes a barrier substance configured to hinder the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The modulating coating also includes a hygroscopic substance that facilitates the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The barrier substance and hygroscopic substance are mixed in a proportion such that the modulating coating provides a bonding action between adjacent scent reservoirs and may be formulated to maintain bonding even under the application of heat. The bonding modulating coating may then be used to bond a number of scent reservoirs together into a larger, three-dimensional matrix to provide improved scent retention and longevity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2020
    Publication date: July 30, 2020
    Applicant: Enviroscent, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Mehnert, Bao Trong Do, Nicholas D. McKay, JR., Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Patent number: 10596290
    Abstract: Described are bonding modulating coatings configured to provide an improved release profile of a volatile composition from a scent reservoir, wherein the modulating coating includes a barrier substance configured to hinder the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The modulating coating also includes a hygroscopic substance that facilitates the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The barrier substance and hygroscopic substance are mixed in a proportion such that the modulating coating provides a bonding action between adjacent scent reservoirs and may be formulated to maintain bonding even under the application of heat. The bonding modulating coating may then be used to bond a number of scent reservoirs together into a larger, three-dimensional matrix to provide improved scent retention and longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2020
    Assignee: Enviroscent, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Mehnert, Bao Trong Do, Nicholas D. McKay, Jr., Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20190240366
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2019
    Publication date: August 8, 2019
    Applicant: Enviroscent, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Patent number: 10286098
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2019
    Assignee: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20180326109
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2018
    Publication date: November 15, 2018
    Applicant: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffrey S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriguez
  • Publication number: 20180133354
    Abstract: Described are bonding modulating coatings configured to provide an improved release profile of a volatile composition from a scent reservoir, wherein the modulating coating includes a barrier substance configured to hinder the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The modulating coating also includes a hygroscopic substance that facilitates the release of the volatile composition through the modulating coating. The barrier substance and hygroscopic substance are mixed in a proportion such that the modulating coating provides a bonding action between adjacent scent reservoirs and may be formulated to maintain bonding even under the application of heat. The bonding modulating coating may then be used to bond a number of scent reservoirs together into a larger, three-dimensional matrix to provide improved scent retention and longevity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2016
    Publication date: May 17, 2018
    Applicant: Enviroscent, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Mehnert, Bao Trong Do, Nicholas D. McKay, Jr., Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20170266333
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2017
    Publication date: September 21, 2017
    Applicant: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffrey S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriguez
  • Patent number: 9694096
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Assignee: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffery S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriquez
  • Publication number: 20160279276
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2016
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Inventor: JEFFREY S. SHERWOOD
  • Publication number: 20160279277
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2016
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Patent number: 9381266
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2016
    Assignee: EnviroScent, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20160136317
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 24, 2014
    Publication date: May 19, 2016
    Applicant: ENVIROSCENT, INC.
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20160136318
    Abstract: Scent devices and methods are provided. In one embodiment, the present invention can be a device to scent an environment comprising a scent and a structural component. The scent stick can have a length to average cross-sectional diameter ratio of at least about 4:1 according to some embodiments. The scent stick can be colored to blend into an environmental setting to make the presence of the scent stick unobtrusive. The scent stick may also be attached or hung by the addition of a hanger or hoop. The scent stick may be hung from a tree, automobile mirror or a person as an adornment. Other embodiments are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 24, 2014
    Publication date: May 19, 2016
    Applicant: EnviroScent, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey S. Sherwood
  • Publication number: 20150374869
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, compositions and articles comprising olfactory-active compositions. An article of the present invention comprises a structural component and an olfactory-active composition. The article may control the release, release rate or absorption of the olfactory-active composition. The article may be of various shapes and sizes. A method of use of an article comprises providing fragrance to an environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2015
    Publication date: December 31, 2015
    Applicant: EnviroScent, Inc.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Jeffrey S. Sherwood, Jeffery S. Hsieh, Pedro Antonio Rodriquez
  • Publication number: 20150217016
    Abstract: In an aspect, an artificial tree comprising a trunk and a series of branches extending outwardly from the trunk further comprises an olfactory-active substance. In embodiments, the olfactory-active substance is provided by use of a reservoir containing the olfactory-active substance which can be provided to at least a portion of the tree by capillary action, gravitational force, or by an electric pump. In embodiments, an olfactory-active substance is integral to the material components of the tree which have been suitably treated, coated or amalgamated with one or more olfactory-active substances.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2013
    Publication date: August 6, 2015
    Applicant: EnviroScent, Inc.
    Inventors: Nicholas D. McKay, Emrie Sherwood, Jeffrey S. Sherwood