Patents by Inventor Karen Joan Clark-Dickson

Karen Joan Clark-Dickson 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: 20080309129
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention address deficiencies of the art in respect to sun protection for children and provide a novel and non-obvious child carrier seat sun shield for protection against the sun. In an embodiment of the invention, a sun shield cover can be provided. The sun shield cover can include a visor frame supporting a visor that forms a leading edge at one end of the sun shield cover, and a flexible docking collar opposite the leading edge at another end of the sun shield cover. Additionally, the visor frame can be adjusted to form a desired shape or direction for additional sun protection. It is the only cover of its kind to universally fit all child carriers, fully adjustable to any angle, and offer maximum front and side coverage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2007
    Publication date: December 18, 2008
    Inventors: Rachel Blakeman, Karen Joan Clark-Dickson
  • Patent number: 6012756
    Abstract: A device has a flexible UV protective cover configured so that on attachment to the edge of the hood of a hooded pram, stroller or wheel stroller, it provides shade and protection for the occupant. The cover is to be made from UPF 50+ stretch knitted fabrics. The cover has a translucent mesh section that provides shade and allows a baby to see out and adults to see in. The cover can be releasably attached to the stroller by the use of elastic strips, ties or hook and loop fasteners. A shaping component creates an open base (vent) to admit air into/under the cover via a hooped effect at the bottom of cover and is an elasticized rod or PVC coated wire.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2000
    Assignee: Karen Clark-Dickson
    Inventor: Karen Joan Clark-Dickson