Patents by Inventor Nelia R. Torres

Nelia R. Torres 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).

  • Sheet garter
    Patent number: 5148560
    Abstract: A device for keeping in place fitted sheets covering a mattress. The device includes a central sheet with substantially the same shape as the mattress but with smaller dimensions. The elastic members are attached to the periphery of the central sheet pulling inwardly the fitted sheet. The elastic members are permanently affixed to the central sheet on one end and removably grab the edges of the fitted sheet keeping it in place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1992
    Inventor: Nelia R. Torres