Patents by Inventor Michael W. Malott

Michael W. Malott 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).

  • Passive, reusable device for amusement or for warning
    Patent number: 4886687
    Abstract: A passive, reusable visual amusement or warning device includes a handle and a number of light diffracting strips bearing an embossed holographically generated diffraction pattern. The diffraction pattern in the foil is produced in a planar format, and the strips bearing the pattern are displayed and viewed in a curved format. Ambient light striking the strips is diffracted to produce a dynamic, kaleidoscopic readily noticed display of brilliant colors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 1988
    Date of Patent: December 12, 1989
    Assignee: 3-D Dan, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael W. Malott