Patents by Inventor Joseph B. Michel

Joseph B. Michel 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: 9578925
    Abstract: A waterproof footwear pocket which protects various small items from exposure to water while being secured in a pocket on a shoe. The waterproof footwear pocket generally includes footwear having a water-proof pocket positioned along an outer surface thereof. The pocket includes a main body having an opening leading to an internal cavity. A closure member is provided to selectively open or close the opening so that an object may be positioned therein. The closure member may include a sealant to further prevent water incursion. A flap is provided which may be selectively lowered over the main body of the pocket to cover the opening. Using the present invention, an object such as a key fob may be safely protected from water damage by being placed within the pocket when activities such as water sports which carry a high risk of water exposure are being performed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Inventors: Joseph B. Michel, Rosa Medley