Patents by Inventor Joyce L. Springer

Joyce L. Springer 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: 5507048
    Abstract: The present invention provides a lightweight waterbed structure composed of a foam base with a raised border around the perimeter containing a plurality of generally flat multiple bladders arranged horizontally in a configuration to cover the foam base and a convoluted foam pad which covers the plurality of multiple bladders. Applicant's invention provides an extremely lightweight waterbed containing a small amount of water or liquid, which can be used safely in any type of house or apartment, yet unexpectedly provides the support, feel and comfort of a heavier, conventional waterbed. By utilizing a plurality of rectangular, generally flat profile, thin water bladders and covering them with a convoluted foam pad positioned with the fingers of the convoluted foam away from the water bladders, the motion of the water in the bladders is accentuated, thus providing the user the feeling and sensation of a flotation mattress containing greater volumes of water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 16, 1996
    Inventors: James C. Hauser, Joyce L. Springer