Patents by Inventor Larry W. Berkbigler

Larry W. Berkbigler 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 humidor
    Patent number: 6089237
    Abstract: A device and method are provided for generating moisture in a humidor and regulating the internal humidity of the humidor. The device includes a thermoelectric module, a cold plate, and a heatsink (that may comprise the humidor housing). Energizing the thermoelectric module cools the cold plate below the dew point. The moisture that condenses on the cold plate is directed to the interior of the humidor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2000
    Inventors: Edward M. Podolak, Jr., John P. Peeters, Larry W. Berkbigler
  • Electronic household plant watering device
    Patent number: 5634342
    Abstract: A compact electronic device automatically waters household plants by collecting ambient air moisture. The device utilizes the Peltier effect to condense atmospheric moisture which is used in a controlled manner to supply water to a plant. The device includes a thermoelectric module, a microcontroller, a micro-fan, a moisture sensitive probe and an external power supply.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 3, 1997
    Inventors: John P. Peeters, Larry W. Berkbigler