Patents by Inventor Michael Herring

Michael Herring 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).

  • Strap pad
    Patent number: 9943161
    Abstract: Described is a strap pad for a shoulder strap. The strap pad includes a shoulder strap connector that is formed to wrap around and connect with the shoulder strap. Notably, a plurality of studs are affixed to and project from the shoulder strap connector. The studs are positioned to disperse the pressure and weight of the accompanying item across the muscles more evenly when the shoulder strap is positioned around the neck or shoulders of a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2018
    Assignee: RKS VENTURES LLC
    Inventors: Ravi Sawhney, John Michael Elam, Zeke Johson, Michael Herring
  • STRAP PAD
    Publication number: 20170196347
    Abstract: Described is a strap pad for a shoulder strap. The strap pad includes a shoulder strap connector that is formed to wrap around and connect with the shoulder strap. Notably, a plurality of studs are affixed to and project from the shoulder strap connector. The studs are positioned to disperse the pressure and weight of the accompanying item across the muscles more evenly when the shoulder strap is positioned around the neck or shoulders of a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2017
    Publication date: July 13, 2017
    Applicant: RKS Ventures LLC
    Inventors: Ravi Sawhney, John Michael Elam, Zeke Johson, Michael Herring
  • Multi-Funtional Pick For A Stringed Instrument
    Publication number: 20070028746
    Abstract: This invention relates to picks, used on string instruments, and particularly to picks incorporating electronics used to provide functionality to the pick and to enhance the experience by the user of playing a stringed instrument. Additional functionality may include a metronome, a tuner, and a decorative visual display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2005
    Publication date: February 8, 2007
    Inventor: Michael Herring
  • Architecture to integrate different software subsystems
    Publication number: 20050209865
    Abstract: A technique includes providing a first request to access a function that is associated with a first object model. The first request is converted into a second request that is associated with a second object model that is different from the first object model. The technique includes creating an object that is associated with the second object model in response to the second request.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2004
    Publication date: September 22, 2005
    Inventors: Aravind Doss, Mingqiu Sun, Ravindra Sharma, Michael Herring, Chandramouli Padmanaban, Michael Scott, Shannon Nelson
  • Portable tote for cutting and welding equipment
    Publication number: 20050168002
    Abstract: A portable tote for cutting and welding equipment is provided that comprises a handle positioned along a center of gravity of the portable tote and a central extension that provides additional storage space for storage of hoses of the cutting and welding equipment. In other forms of the invention, the portable tote comprises water-resistant storage compartments, a storage holster, distal extensions for stability, and provisions for mounting of wheels, among other features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2004
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventor: Michael Herring