Patents by Inventor Larry S. Mitchell

Larry S. Mitchell 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: 5843263
    Abstract: A system, including an apparatus and method, for on-site application of graphics to synthetic and non-synthetic cushion backed surfaces, such as leather, vinyl and the like, as found on vehicle seats, without removing the surface from the seat or requiring insertion of a rigid backing surface. The apparatus including a registration means, an adjustable clamping means, a pressure guage, an electrically heated tool having a removable tool head with a thermally conductive working surface and a graphic impression die mounted thereon. The method including the application of graphic designs to leather like surfaces utilizing the disclosed apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1998
    Inventor: Larry S. Mitchell