Patents by Inventor Michael Andersen

Michael Andersen 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: 20260138149
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to an integrated connector for securing an interchangeable jet module within a spa. The integrated connector may include a first portion defining a hole for receiving a water connector disposed at a bottom of the interchangeable jet module, the first portion forming a bulkhead fitting. A second portion may extend vertically from the first portion, the second portion having an engagement feature for engaging the interchangeable jet module. The integrated connector may be disposed in a hollow of the spa, where the interchangeable jet module is secured within the hollow through the integrated connector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2025
    Publication date: May 21, 2026
    Inventors: Richard Alex Eddington, Michael Andersen, Cory Shorr, Mark McLane
  • Publication number: 20260115097
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to interchangeable jet modules having improved air and water flow. An interchangeable jet module may include at least one jet, a manifold with a mounting surface for mounting a base portion of the at least one jet, and a jet plate with a mounting surface for mounting a top portion of the at least one jet. The module may also include a first array of air and water chambers underlying the manifold mounting surface, a second array of air and water chambers underlying the manifold mounting surface and in fluid communication with the first array of air and water chambers through a valve, and a third array of air and water chambers underlying the manifold mounting surface and in fluid communication with the first array of air and water chambers and the second array of air and water chambers through a second valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2025
    Publication date: April 30, 2026
    Inventors: Richard Eddington, Michael Andersen, Cory Shorr, Chris Kamerath, Mark McLane, Mike Adams
  • Patent number: 12446696
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to systems, devices, and methods of use thereof regarding headrests for selectively removable spa seatbacks. In some embodiments, headrests of the present disclosure include a pillow and a manifold to (a) receive the pillow and (b) selectively engage the selectively removable spa seatback. In some embodiments, headrests of the present disclosure include a pillow and a manifold, where the manifold includes a platform to receive the pillow, a body for engaging with the selectively removable spa seatback, and a constraining plate to restrict a movement of a portion of the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2025
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Todd Anderson, Eric Hales, Michael Andersen
  • Publication number: 20250318650
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to systems, devices, and methods of use thereof regarding headrests for selectively removable spa seatbacks. In some embodiments, headrests of the present disclosure include a pillow and a manifold to (a) receive the pillow and (b) selectively engage the selectively removable spa seatback. In some embodiments, headrests of the present disclosure include a pillow and a manifold, where the manifold includes a platform to receive the pillow, a body for engaging with the selectively removable spa seatback, and a constraining plate to restrict a movement of a portion of the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2025
    Publication date: October 16, 2025
    Inventors: Todd Anderson, Eric Hales, Michael Andersen
  • Patent number: 12414897
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to jets for spas and, more specifically, to jets that can have more than one jet hydrotherapy spray mode. The jet can include a selectively rotatable jet head, the jet head having a first jet spray mode and a second jet spray mode. The jet head includes a valve, the valve having a first water inlet and a second water inlet, the valve further comprising a first air channel and a second air channel. The valve is rotatable from a first jet spray mode position in which a water intake is in fluid communication with the first water inlet and an air intake is in fluid communication with the first air channel, to a second jet spray mode position in which the water intake is in fluid communication with the second water inlet and the air intake is in fluid communication with the second air channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2025
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Eric Hales, Christopher Kamerath, Todd Anderson, Michael Andersen
  • Patent number: 12409468
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to jets for spas and, more specifically, to jets that can be adjusted laterally along a width of the proximal end of the jet housing. The angular adjustment of the proximal outlet of the jet may be at least 30°. In some embodiments, the jet assembly includes a housing with a distal inlet at a distal end of the housing and a proximal outlet at a proximal end of the housing, the proximal outlet laterally adjustable along a width of the proximal end of the housing, with the proximal outlet maintaining a constant depth with respect to the proximal end of the housing as the proximal outlet is laterally adjusted along the width of the proximal end of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2025
    Assignee: Bullfrog International, LC
    Inventors: Christopher Kamerath, Eric Hales, Todd Anderson, Michael Andersen
  • Patent number: 12392482
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to induction systems for wirelessly transmitting electricity. Specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to methods and systems for wirelessly transmitting electricity to a light incorporated within, for example, a spa. In some embodiments, the systems include at least one pair of induction coils (e.g., receiving and transmitting coils) incorporated into a selectively removable spa seatback. The at least one pair of induction coils can be used to wirelessly transmit electricity to a light disposed within the selectively removable spa seatback. In some embodiments, a converter is incorporated into the system to adjust at least one characteristic of the light, such as brightness, color, and/or a lighting pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2023
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2025
    Assignee: Bullfrog International, LC
    Inventors: Todd Anderson, Eric Hales, Michael Andersen
  • Publication number: 20250154785
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to steps for a spa or another water containing vessel. In various aspects, steps for a spa may include a lower hollow frame, a first platform disposed over the lower hollow frame, and an upper hollow frame disposed over a back portion of the first platform. The steps may also include a second platform disposed over the upper hollow frame. Each of the lower hollow frame and the upper hollow frame may be formed of a plurality of structural panels and a plurality of decorative panels. The plurality of decorative panels may match any decorative paneling of the spa, next to which the steps are arranged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2023
    Publication date: May 15, 2025
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Mark McLane
  • Publication number: 20240245220
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to systems, devices, and methods of use thereof regarding headrests for selectively removable spa seatbacks. In some embodiments, headrests of the present disclosure include a pillow and a manifold to (a) receive the pillow and (b) selectively engage the selectively removable spa seatback. In some embodiments, headrests of the present disclosure include a pillow and a manifold, where the manifold includes a platform to receive the pillow, a body for engaging with the selectively removable spa seatback, and a constraining plate to restrict a movement of a portion of the body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2023
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Inventors: Todd Anderson, Eric Hales, Michael Andersen
  • Publication number: 20240159385
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to induction systems for wirelessly transmitting electricity. Specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to methods and systems for wirelessly transmitting electricity to a light incorporated within, for example, a spa. In some embodiments, the systems include at least one pair of induction coils (e.g., receiving and transmitting coils) incorporated into a selectively removable spa seatback. The at least one pair of induction coils can be used to wirelessly transmit electricity to a light disposed within the selectively removable spa seatback. In some embodiments, a converter is incorporated into the system to adjust at least one characteristic of the light, such as brightness, color, and/or a lighting pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2023
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Inventors: Todd Anderson, Eric Hales, Michael Andersen
  • Publication number: 20240156679
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to jets for spas and, more specifically, to jets that can have more than one jet hydrotherapy spray mode. The jet can include a selectively rotatable jet head, the jet head having a first jet spray mode and a second jet spray mode. The jet head includes a valve, the valve having a first water inlet and a second water inlet, the valve further comprising a first air channel and a second air channel. The valve is rotatable from a first jet spray mode position in which a water intake is in fluid communication with the first water inlet and an air intake is in fluid communication with the first air channel, to a second jet spray mode position in which the water intake is in fluid communication with the second water inlet and the air intake is in fluid communication with the second air channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Inventors: Eric Hales, Christopher Kamerath, Todd Anderson, Michael Andersen
  • Publication number: 20240149290
    Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to jets for spas and, more specifically, to jets that can be adjusted laterally along a width of the proximal end of the jet housing. The angular adjustment of the proximal outlet of the jet may be at least 30°. In some embodiments, the jet assembly includes a housing with a distal inlet at a distal end of the housing and a proximal outlet at a proximal end of the housing, the proximal outlet laterally adjustable along a width of the proximal end of the housing, with the proximal outlet maintaining a constant depth with respect to the proximal end of the housing as the proximal outlet is laterally adjusted along the width of the proximal end of the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2022
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Christopher Kamerath, Eric Hales, Todd Anderson, Michael Andersen
  • Patent number: D1066705
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2025
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Eric Hales, Todd Anderson
  • Patent number: D1107929
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2025
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Eric Hales, Todd Anderson
  • Patent number: D1107930
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2025
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Eric Hales, Todd Anderson
  • Patent number: D1104299
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2025
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Mark McLane
  • Patent number: D1110529
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2026
    Assignee: BULLFROG INTERNATIONAL, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Eric Hales, Todd Anderson
  • Patent number: D1121183
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2026
    Assignee: Bullfrog International, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Mark McLane
  • Patent number: D1121184
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2026
    Assignee: Bullfrog International, LC
    Inventors: Michael Andersen, Mark McLane
  • Patent number: D1126364
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2026
    Assignee: Bullfrog International, LC
    Inventors: Eric Hales, Christopher Kamerath, Todd Anderson, Michael Andersen