Patents by Inventor Paul E. Rieke

Paul E. Rieke 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).

  • Method for growing turfgrass indoors under reduced light conditions
    Patent number: 5617671
    Abstract: A method for growing turfgrass indoors on an activity field under reduced light conditions, The method uses a Type II plant growth regulator (PGR) and particular conditions for growth, The result is a high quality activity field of turfgrass capable of withstanding traffic from multiple athletic events.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 8, 1997
    Assignee: Board of Trustees operating Michigan State University
    Inventors: John N. Rogers, III, John C. Stier, Paul E. Rieke, James R. Crum