Patents by Inventor Melissa A. Truax

Melissa A. Truax 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).

  • Cat toy
    Patent number: 6155905
    Abstract: A cat toy formed from a soft, breathable material which will pass the aroma of catnip. A closable flexible pouch for catnip is formed at the bottom of the body and a vibratory motor is positioned in contact with the pouch to impart vibratory energy to the pouch and propel the cat toy. The vibratory motor may be activated by a pull cord which extends externally of the body of the cat toy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2000
    Inventor: Melissa A. Truax