Patents by Inventor Mark Rufo

Mark Rufo 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: 5361446
    Abstract: A novel toothbrush with a permanent handle. The apparatus provides for a permanent handle with a disposable toothbrush head. This permits use of an ornamental or exotic toothbrush handle, while avoiding the problem of the bristles in the brush head wearing out. The handle of the toothbrush secures the bristle head section with the use of a spring loaded plunger located in the handle. The spring mechanism is fully extended while the disposable brush is absent from the handle. When the disposable brush is introduced to the handle, the end of the brush will push against the plunger forcing the spring to retract. When the indent on the end of the brush is directly over the plunger the spring will extend the plunger into the indent and secure the brush within the handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1994
    Inventor: Mark Rufo