Patents by Inventor Lori C. Kroll

Lori C. Kroll 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: 20090300819
    Abstract: The basic object of this invention is the use of light selective materials and fabrics to increase the utility of a garment or sports article. The invention is the novel idea that light selective materials and fabrics can radically improve the usefulness, pleasure, and appeal obtained from sportswear and other garments. Examples taught include life vests, ski vests, ski pants, ski helmet/hat, and sunglasses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2009
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Applicant: Kroll Family Trust
    Inventors: Lori C. Kroll, Mark W. Kroll
  • Patent number: 7540605
    Abstract: The basic object of this invention is the use of light selective materials and fabrics to increase the utility of a garment or sports article. The invention is the novel idea that light selective materials and fabrics can radically improve the usefulness, pleasure, and appeal obtained from sportswear and other garments. Examples taught include life vests, ski vests, ski pants, ski helmet/hat, and sunglasses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2009
    Assignee: Kroll Family Trust
    Inventors: Lori C. Kroll, Mark W. Kroll
  • Publication number: 20090039327
    Abstract: A heavy net is used with an optimally sized mesh that provides an easy gripping surface for the toddler's hands with no choking or entrapment hazards. A net is fastened to an existing banister by the use of hook and loop fasteners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2008
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Applicant: Kroll Family Trust
    Inventors: Lori C. Kroll, Mark W. Kroll
  • Patent number: 7438283
    Abstract: A heavy net is used with an optimally sized mesh that provides an easy gripping surface for a toddler's hands with no choking or entrapment hazards. A tension securement to a carpeted surface is provided by the use of deep-machined hook surfaces. A net is fastened to an existing banister by the use of hook and loop fasteners. A carpeted stair gripper allows objects to be attached and custom fitted to the edges of carpeted stair steps with great strength and with no tools or defacement of the stairs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2008
    Assignee: Kroll Family Trust
    Inventors: Lori C. Kroll, Mark W. Kroll
  • Publication number: 20080061278
    Abstract: A major object of this invention is the use of a heavy net with an optimally sized mesh that provides an easy gripping surface for a toddler hands with no choking or entrapment hazards. A further object of this invention is to provide a method of providing tension securement to a carpeted surface by the use of deep-machined hook surfaces. Another object of this invention is to teach the use of fastening a net to an existing banister by the use of hook and loop fasteners. Another object of this invention is to teach the manufacture of a carpeted stair gripper, which allows objects to be attached, and custom fitted, to the edges of carpeted stair steps with great strength and with no tools or defacement of the stairs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2006
    Publication date: March 13, 2008
    Inventors: Lori C. Kroll, Mark W. Kroll
  • Patent number: 7175271
    Abstract: Sunglasses with securement bows which are somewhat transmissive to ultraviolet light are taught which allow outdoor exposure without the sharp untanned lines normally seen on the side of the wearer's head. Eyeglasses with securement bows which are somewhat transmissive to ultraviolet light are taught which allow outdoor exposure without the sharp untanned lines normally seen on the side of the wearer's head. Eyeglasses and sunglasses with ultraviolet transmitting nose bridges are also taught.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2007
    Inventors: Mark W. Kroll, Lori C. Kroll
  • Patent number: 6854844
    Abstract: The basic object of this invention is the use of light selective materials and fabrics to increase the utility of a garment or sports article. The invention is the novel idea that light selective materials and fabrics can radically improve the usefulness, pleasure, and appeal obtained from sportswear and other garments. Examples taught include life vests, ski vests, ski pants, ski helmet/hat, and sunglasses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2005
    Assignee: Kroll Family Trust
    Inventors: Mark W. Kroll, Lori C. Kroll
  • Patent number: 6578499
    Abstract: A disposable dish system, with the bottom surfaces of the disposable dishes being at least partially coated with a light tack non-toxic adhesive to retain it to a tablecloth, tray, or table in a manner which will be resistant to wind or tipping, but yet allow for easy removal and replacement during use. Also a wind-resistant disposable tablecloth which includes adhesive disposed at certain locations on the tablecloth for use in retaining the tablecloth on a picnic table or a similar table or surface. The tablecloth has the adhesive placed thereon in strips, which are covered by strips of release liner prior to the tablecloth being used. The release liner strips are removed to expose the adhesive on the tablecloth, which is used to secure the tablecloth on the picnic table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2003
    Assignee: Kroll Family Trust
    Inventors: Mark W. Kroll, Lori C. Kroll, Karl J. F. Kroll
  • Publication number: 20020157165
    Abstract: The basic object of this invention is the use of light selective materials and fabrics to increase the utility of a garment or sports article. The invention is the novel idea that light selective materials and fabrics can radically improve the usefulness, pleasure, and appeal obtained from sportswear and other garments. Examples taught include life vests, ski vests, ski pants, ski helmet/hat, and sunglasses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2002
    Publication date: October 31, 2002
    Inventors: Mark W. Kroll, Lori C. Kroll
  • Publication number: 20020120294
    Abstract: The invention is the placement of meaningful symbols on the side of a pacemaker housing to give patients greater comfort. The symbols include religious, philosophical, patriotic, or arbitrary themes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2001
    Publication date: August 29, 2002
    Inventor: Lori C. Kroll
  • Publication number: 20010007325
    Abstract: Disclosed is a disposable dish system, with the bottom surfaces of the disposable dishes being at least partially coated with a light tack non-toxic adhesive to retain it to a tablecloth, tray, or table in a manner which will be resistant to wind or tipping, but yet allow for easy removal and replacement during use. Also disclosed is a wind-resistant disposable tablecloth which includes adhesive disposed at certain locations on the tablecloth for use in retaining the tablecloth on a picnic table or a similar table or surface. The tablecloth has the adhesive placed thereon in strips, which are covered by strips of release liner prior to the tablecloth being used. The release liner strips are removed to expose the adhesive on the tablecloth, which is used to secure the tablecloth on the picnic table.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2001
    Publication date: July 12, 2001
    Inventors: Mark W. Kroll, Lori C. Kroll, Karl J.F. Kroll
  • Patent number: D478990
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2003
    Inventor: Lori C. Kroll