Patents by Inventor John B. Collier, Jr.

John B. Collier, Jr. 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).

  • Electronic plug box
    Patent number: 5566847
    Abstract: The Electronic Plug Box is an item designed to "free" a person from the constant monitoring of an electronic device (TV, Video Game, Home Computer, etc.) that is being used by others without that person's permission. The plug box allows an electric plug to be locked so that the electronic device is unusable to children or other persons. The plug box makes it unnecessary for the owner to be present or near the equipment to prevent it's use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 1993
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1996
    Inventors: Debra R. Ali, John B. Collier, Jr.