Patents by Inventor Mary Lou Shapiro

Mary Lou Shapiro 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: 20150359305
    Abstract: A covering device wraps around a mobility aid, such as a walking cane, to display a decorative design. The device includes at least one panel that can be triggered to form a tensioned grip on a mobility aid and display a decoration, message, or image on a portion of the mobility aid. A spring layer having a slight curve and woven metal coils creates a tension therebetween. The tension is released upon contact with the mobility aid to enable the panel to wrap around the mobility aid and form a snug grip. The panel also utilizes a mounting layer having a frictional polyurethane composition creating friction with the mobility aid and creating a non-slip surface. While joined with the mobility aid, the covering device displays a decoration, message, label, or symbol in the form of a decorative portion, like rhinestones, enabling personal expression.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2014
    Publication date: December 17, 2015
    Inventors: Charles Shapiro, Mary Lou Shapiro