Patents by Inventor Michael Croteau

Michael Croteau 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: 8672015
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for security and privacy that is securable to the frame of a window and mountable from the interior of a building. The device comprises a slanted front panel mounted at an angle to allow an open bottom panel and side panels to provide airflow. The panels may be comprised of a mesh screen material to allow airflow when secured in place over an open window, providing airflow and privacy while still providing a level of security for a user. A vertical frame mounts to the rails of a sliding screen along its upper edge, and secures around the bottom of the sliding screen to allow synchronized movement of the two during operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Croteau
  • Publication number: 20120080153
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for security and privacy that is securable to the frame of a window and mountable from the interior of a building. The device comprises a slanted front panel mounted at an angle to allow an open bottom panel and side panels to provide airflow. The panels may be comprised of a mesh screen material to allow airflow when secured in place over an open window, providing airflow and privacy while still providing a level of security for a user. A vertical frame mounts to the rails of a sliding screen along its upper edge, and secures around the bottom of the sliding screen to allow synchronized movement of the two during operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2011
    Publication date: April 5, 2012
    Inventor: Michael Croteau
  • Patent number: 4560066
    Abstract: An accessory tray particularly adapted for holding in an organized manner computer discs, owner's manual and other accessories frequently used with a portable computer. The accessory tray is attachable to the portable computer in such a manner that the accessory tray becomes a part of the carrying case of the portable computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 24, 1985
    Inventor: Michael Croteau