Patents by Inventor Michael Bubolz

Michael Bubolz 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: 12570348
    Abstract: A motorized wagon system according to the present disclosure includes a frame, a base coupled to the frame, a first wheel set and a second wheel set connected to the base, a handle connected to the frame, and a control system. The control system includes a first sensor and a second sensor configured to measure two forces applied on different portions of the handle. The control system further includes a controller that controls the first wheel set based on measurements of the first sensor and the second wheel set based on measurements of the second sensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2026
    Assignee: ELLAVATE WAGON, INC.
    Inventors: Megan Lancaster, Michael Bubolz
  • Publication number: 20250338937
    Abstract: Heating units for heating hair rollers are provided, as well as rollers for use therewith. An exemplary heating unit includes a housing having a lid and a lower portion, with a first magnetic core disposed within the lower portion and a second magnetic core disposed within the lid. The first magnetic core includes two parallel legs, and a plurality of conductive windings wound around one of the two legs. When the housing is closed the first and second magnetic cores together form a square closed core. When energized, the windings generate a magnetic field within the square closed core that induces an electric current in a roller disposed around the second of the two legs. An exemplary roller for use with the heating unit comprises a conductive cylinder, such as aluminum, having a diameter of at least two inches and including bristles protruding perpendicular to the exterior surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2025
    Publication date: November 6, 2025
    Inventors: Amy Benz, Michael Bubolz
  • Publication number: 20240017757
    Abstract: A motorized wagon system according to the present disclosure includes a frame, a base coupled to the frame, a first wheel set and a second wheel set connected to the base, a handle connected to the frame, and a control system. The control system includes a first sensor and a second sensor configured to measure two forces applied on different portions of the handle. The control system further includes a controller that controls the first wheel set based on measurements of the first sensor and the second wheel set based on measurements of the second sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2023
    Publication date: January 18, 2024
    Inventors: Megan Lancaster, Michael Bubolz
  • Publication number: 20230123935
    Abstract: A handgrip for use with a dumbbell is provided. The dumbbell includes a handgrip top and a handgrip bottom that are connected with a handgrip hinge. A dumbbell is secured within the handgrip by placing the handle of the dumbbell into a bottom foam engagement structure in the handgrip bottom, then the handgrip top is rotated into contact with the handgrip bottom using the handgrip hinge until the handgrip reaches a closed position wherein the handgrip top is in contact with the handgrip bottom. In the closed position, a top foam engagement structure of the handgrip top is also engaging the handle of the dumbbell and opposing magnets positioned in the handgrip top and handgrip bottom magnetically engage each other to help keep the handgrip in the closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2022
    Publication date: April 20, 2023
    Inventors: Michael Staken, Michael Bubolz