Patents by Inventor Michael A. Stella

Michael A. Stella 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: 10362761
    Abstract: An animal enclosure may include a planar floor having a first and a second side. Walls may be attached to the second side of the planar floor in proximity to edges of the planar floor, and a plurality of joists between the walls supporting the planar floor. A first flange portion may cover a portion of the planar floor and a second flange portion may cover a portion of a wall. A corner flange may extend a perimeter of the floor and the walls to resist wear and fluid damage. A raised animal bed may be disposed above the floor and a drain for hygienic purposes. A layer of elastomeric material is disposed over the planar floor, corner flange, and walls. Fence segments each have a frame attached to the plurality of walls to enclose an animal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2019
    Inventor: Michael A. Stella
  • Publication number: 20160330928
    Abstract: An animal enclosure may include a planar floor having a first and a second side. Walls may be attached to the second side of the planar floor in proximity to edges of the planar floor, and a plurality of joists between the walls supporting the planar floor. A first flange portion may cover a portion of the planar floor and a second flange portion may cover a portion of a wall. A corner flange may extend a perimeter of the floor and the walls to resist wear and fluid damage. A raised animal bed may be disposed above the floor and a drain for hygienic purposes. A layer of elastomeric material is disposed over the planar floor, corner flange, and walls. Fence segments each have a frame attached to the plurality of walls to enclose an animal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2016
    Publication date: November 17, 2016
    Inventor: Michael A. Stella