Patents by Inventor Mel Mellinger

Mel Mellinger 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: 4578831
    Abstract: Disclosed is a toilet fixture, and supporting structure therefor, especially well adapted for use on marine vehicles, such as yachts or other pleasure craft. The supporting structure provides extra lateral support for the pedestal upon which the toilet bowl is mounted; in particular, the supporting structure opposes bending moments operating on the pedestal's stem. Additionally, the supporting structure can be made into the form of a closed cover, which is effective to prevent accidental or unauthorized tampering with the plumbing entering and exiting the toilet fixture. This prevents alteration of valve settings in this plumbing. The cover can also prevent dust accumulation on this plumbing, and in the general area at which the pedestal is joined to the floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 1, 1986
    Inventors: Mel Mellinger, Robin McPhail