Patents by Inventor Mary L. Brown

Mary L. Brown 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).

  • CONFORMABLE SHEET ARTICLES, CONSTRUCTIONS, AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20230241876
    Abstract: Conformable sheet article made from paper and useful, for example, in packaging, tapes, and craft article, and methods of making and using such sheet articles are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2021
    Publication date: August 3, 2023
    Inventors: Manoj Nirmal, Mary L. Brown, Kimberly C.M. Schultz, Mitchell A.F. Johnson, Thomas R. Corrigan, Patrick R. Fleming, Stephen M. Sanocki, Jimmy M. Le, Steven L. Mahoney, Charles E. Jansen, Matt R. Branscomb, Yaohua Gao, Elizabeth R. Bright, Ignatius A. Kadoma, Jeffrey E. Zelinsky
  • Packaging constructions, materials, and methods
    Patent number: 11066224
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to improved packaging materials and/or constructions, and methods of making and using them.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2021
    Assignee: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventors: Tracie J. Berniard, David K. Bruechert, Lisa M. Miller, Manoj Nirmal, Andrew P. Singer, Lisa E. Warren, Matthew T. Zabel, Mitchell A. F. Johnson, Shannon R. A. Harnden, Mary L. Brown, Caleb W. Brian
  • PACKAGING CONSTRUCTIONS, MATERIALS, AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20210070522
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to improved packaging materials and/or constructions, and methods of making and using them.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2020
    Publication date: March 11, 2021
    Inventors: Tracie J. Berniard, David K. Bruechert, Lisa M. Miller, Manoj Nirmal, Andrew P. Singer, Lisa E. Warren, Matthew T. Zabel, Mitchell A.F. Johnson, Shannon R.A. Harnden, Mary L. Brown, Caleb W. Brian
  • IMPROVED PACKAGING CONSTRUCTIONS, MATERIALS, AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20200407143
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to improved packaging materials and/or constructions, and methods of making and using them.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2019
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: Tracie J. Berniard, David K. Bruechert, Lisa M. Miller, Manoj Nirmal, Andrew P. Singer, Lisa E. Warren, Matthew T. Zabel, Mitchell A.F. Johnson, Shannon R.A. Harnden, Mary L. Brown, Caleb W. Brian
  • TEARABLE ELASTIC COMPOSITE ARTICLES
    Publication number: 20140142488
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides self-adherent, elastic composite articles including a nonwoven fibrous coverweb, a woven scrim, and a plurality of spaced elastic yarns located between the coverweb and the woven scrim; these components are bonded together in a unified structure with a polymeric binder. The elastic composite articles generally demonstrate desirable hand-tear characteristics in the cross-web direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2012
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Inventors: Simon S. Fung, Mary L. Brown, John J. Rogers
  • SILICONE GEL ADHESIVE CONSTRUCTION
    Publication number: 20100267302
    Abstract: A silicone gel adhesive construction comprises (a) a porous backing, (b) an acrylic copolymer pressure sensitive adhesive layer on at least a portion of one side of the porous backing, and (c) a cured silicone gel adhesive on the pressure sensitive adhesive layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2010
    Publication date: October 21, 2010
    Inventors: Steven S. KANTNER, Terry W. Lewis, Mary L. Brown
  • Pressure sensitive adhesive fibers with a reinforcing material
    Patent number: 6994904
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a reinforced adhesive fiber that includes a pressure sensitive adhesive component and a reinforcing material within the pressure sensitive adhesive component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Eugene G. Joseph, Zhiming Zhou, Randy A. Hoff, Albert I. Everaerts, Wayne K. Dunshee, Mary L. Brown
  • Pressure sensitive adhesive fibers with a reinforcing material
    Publication number: 20030026967
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a reinforced adhesive fiber that includes a pressure sensitive adhesive component and a reinforcing material within the pressure sensitive adhesive component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2001
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Inventors: Eugene G. Joseph, Zhiming Zhou, Randy A. Hoff, Albert I. Everaerts, Wayne K. Dunshee, Mary L. Brown
  • Wound dressing
    Patent number: 5976117
    Abstract: A flexible sheet material for covering wounds, comprising at least two regions. The first region is in contact with the wound, and facilitates healing of the wound. The second region surrounds the first region and comprises an antimicrobial agent to inhibit or prevent the migration of microorganisms from the external environment to the first region.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1999
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Wayne K. Dunshee, Mary L. Brown
  • Pressure sensitive adhesive(s) and articles(s)
    Patent number: 5641567
    Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive tape that employs a water-dispersible polymer is provided. The adhesive can comprise microparticles and a water-dispersible component; or microparticles and a novel water-dispersible polymer that contains a plurality of poly(alkoxyalkyl)acrylate units as a major component. The tape may be used with labels for containers, sterilization indicator tapes and labels, surgical wrappers, mammalian body coverings, and in the preparation of paper web splices. The tape may be repulpable and/or laundearable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 24, 1997
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Mary L. Brown, Richard J. Goetz, Cheryl L. Moore, Donald R. Battles
  • Microparticle-containing pressure sensitive adhesive tape
    Patent number: 5626955
    Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive tape that employs a water-absorptive backing, a microparticle-containing pressure sensitive adhesive and a water-dispersible component is provided. A method of bonding close fitting parts is also disclosed. In the method, a microparticle-containing pressure sensitive adhesive tape (with or without the water-dispersible component in the adhesive) is employed. Articles made using the tape and/or by the method are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 6, 1997
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Richard J. Goetz, Daniel P. Pohl, Mary L. Brown
  • Microparticle-containing pressure sensitive adhesive tape
    Patent number: 5609932
    Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive tape that employs a water-absorptive backing, a microparticle-containing pressure sensitive adhesive and a water-dispersible component is provided. A method of bonding close fitting parts is also disclosed. In the method, a microparticle-containing pressure sensitive adhesive tape (with or without the water-dispersible component in the adhesive) is employed. Articles made using the tape and/or by the method are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 11, 1997
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Richard J. Goetz, Daniel P. Pohl, Mary L. Brown
  • Pressure sensitive adhesive employing a water-dispersible polymer and articles made there from
    Patent number: 5512612
    Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive that employs a water-dispersible polymer is provided. In one embodiment of the invention the adhesive comprises microparticles and the water-dispersible component. In another embodiment the adhesive comprises a novel water-dispersible polymer that contains a plurality of poly(alkoxyalkyl) acrylate units as a major component.The pressure sensitive adhesive may be provided as a tape and used with labels for containers, sterilization indicator tapes and labels, closure systems for envelopes, surgical wrappers, and mammalian body coverings. It may also be used in the preparation of paper web splices.In one embodiment of the invention the tape is repulpable. In another embodiment it is launderable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 30, 1996
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Mary L. Brown, Richard J. Goetz, Cheryl L. Moore, Donald R. Battles
  • Repulpable securing devices
    Patent number: 5350630
    Abstract: The invention relates to repulpable securing devices for securing repulpable articles. The securing devices are preferably in the form of straps or tapes made from extruded sheets of polyvinylalcohol or rope from extruded fibers of polyvinylalcohol. The securing devices are wrapped around pulpable articles for example, bales of pulp sheets, to hold them securely bound during transit or storage. They may also be used in machine thread-up or turn-up operations or as a handle for repulpable articles. The securing devices have the combination of properties of high tensile strength and repulpability at cold and hot water repulp temperatures. The securing devices can be repulped along with repulpable bales. These devices replace conventional wire or plastic strap which must be separately removed and disposed of, for example, at landfill sites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1992
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1994
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Steven A. Schreiner, Karen M. Albertson, Mary L. Brown, Camille M. Hildebrandt, Lacy M. Hurlocker, Glenn C. Webster
  • Tag
    Patent number: D721135
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Jane E. Harvey Pennaz, Emily K. Vanderheyden, Katlyn J. Myrvold, Mary L. Brown, Jamie J. Westrum Stone
  • Note dispenser
    Patent number: D817395
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2018
    Assignee: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventors: Traxton J. Turner, Yin C. Quintero, Gerald E. Mueller, Matt R. Branscomb, Jennifer L. Lindberg, Jason S. Lind, Mary L. Brown, Daniel A. Streng, David Yoon, RichardLouie A. Reyes, Mark D. Weiser
  • Packaging material with surface pattern
    Patent number: D879479
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2020
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Connor M. Pelletier-Sutton, Lisa M. Miller, Tracie J. Berniard, Lindsay J. Schostag, Jennifer A. Higgins, Flor T. Frey, Andrew P. Singer, Daniel J. Hoyord, David K. Bruechert, Mary L. Brown, Jeffrey D. Swenson
  • Packaging material with surface pattern
    Patent number: D891925
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventors: Terry R. Kosnick, Jennifer A. Higgins, Lindsay J. Schostag, Meghan A. Katzenmeyer, Flor T. Frey, Lisa E. Warren, Andrew P. Singer, David K. Bruechert, Mitchell A. F. Johnson, Christoph Jonathan Steffen Meyer, Jeffrey D. Swenson, Connor M. Pelletier-Sutton, Mary L. Brown