Patents by Inventor Patricia Nolan-Brown

Patricia Nolan-Brown 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: 8038188
    Abstract: A kit containing a plurality of pet waste containers each of which may scoop or pick up pet excrement is provided. Each container provides a plastic bag with a simple frame about the bag mouth. Each pet waste container is held in a pouch removably attached to a leash until desired for use. The used pet waste container is then grasped by a squeeze clip which is attached to a ring attached to the pouch until convenient for disposal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2011
    Inventor: Patricia Nolan-Brown
  • Patent number: 6779900
    Abstract: A device is described for observing an infant in a rear facing safety seat located in the rear seat of a motor vehicle. A rear seat mirror has a front reflecting surface and a back surface. A mirror positioning structure is connected to the back surface by a v-shaped arrangement of support surfaces. A mirror attachment assembly includes at least one strap having a secured end connected to at least one of the back surface and the mirror positioning structure, and a free end having a fastener capable of connecting to a tether anchor associated with the rear seat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2004
    Assignee: Blue Ridge International Products Company
    Inventor: Patricia Nolan-Brown
  • Publication number: 20040160686
    Abstract: A device is described for observing an infant in a rear facing safety seat located in the rear seat of a motor vehicle. A rear seat mirror has a front reflecting surface and a back surface. A mirror positioning structure is connected to the back surface by a v-shaped arrangement of support surfaces. A mirror attachment assembly includes at least one strap having a secured end connected to at least one of the back surface and the mirror positioning structure, and a free end having a fastener capable of connecting to a tether anchor associated with the rear seat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Publication date: August 19, 2004
    Applicant: Blue Ridge International Products Company
    Inventor: Patricia Nolan-Brown
  • Patent number: 6485154
    Abstract: A mirror attached to a child car safety seat. The mirror is attached to the car seat by means of a flexible stem connected to a base module attached to the car seat. The stem may be bent to any desired position. The base module may be manipulated to also alternate the position of the mirror. The mirror and stem may be removed from the base module. A fabric cover with elastic edging is positioned over the back of the mirror and flexible stem. The fabric cover may have a stuffed figure attached thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2002
    Inventor: Patricia Nolan-Brown
  • Patent number: 5950888
    Abstract: A thematic activity neck flap which may be attached to a cap or about the neck of a backpack wearer. The flap is functional and comfortable for a wearer as well as providing a thematic ambiance. The flap has thematic items attached thereto such as pediatric items comprised of shapes, teethers and hanging toys. The flap may also have different textures consistent with a pediatric theme.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1999
    Inventor: Patricia Nolan-Brown
  • Patent number: 5285321
    Abstract: A non-glass reflective surface is mounted near the top of the rear seat of a motor vehicle in such a way that the driver of the vehicle, by looking in the rear view mirror, can observe an infant in a safety seat wherein the infant is positioned facing the rear of the vehicle. This mirror is attached to the rear seat my means of a large safety pin and is further secured by means of strips of Velcro.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1992
    Date of Patent: February 8, 1994
    Inventor: Patricia Nolan-Brown