Patents by Inventor Laura P. McConkey

Laura P. McConkey 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).

  • Psychologically stimulating changing apparatus
    Patent number: 4986617
    Abstract: Described and claimed is a changing apparatus for an infant or young child comprising an elevated table with means for stimulating the interest of the child in changing or helping to change himself. The means for stimulating interest include steps or a ladder which the child can use by himself to reach the top of the table, an adjustable mirror in which the child can see his reflection and assist in changing himself, and compartments for storing individual items for individual children.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1985
    Date of Patent: January 22, 1991
    Assignee: University of Delaware
    Inventor: Laura P. McConkey