Patents by Inventor Paul R. Chalifoux

Paul R. Chalifoux 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: 10702755
    Abstract: A new and improved training swing training device includes: (a) a deflector tube at a forward most end of its LED cable system; (b) an improved cable system sheathed in a transparent, more damage-resistant tubing; and (c) a new ball mounting system that employs an O-ring configuration for slidably engaging along the aforementioned cable system tubing with each successful contact swing with its tethered baseball (or softball).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Inventors: James I. Sams, III, Michael J. Homer, Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Publication number: 20190314700
    Abstract: A new and improved training swing training device includes: (a) a deflector tube at a forward most end of its LED cable system; (b) an improved cable system sheathed in a transparent, more damage-resistant tubing; and (c) a new ball mounting system that employs an O-ring configuration for slidably engaging along the aforementioned cable system tubing with each successful contact swing with its tethered baseball (or softball).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2019
    Publication date: October 17, 2019
    Inventors: James I. Sams, III, Michael J. Homer, Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Publication number: 20140217161
    Abstract: An airtight, water tight sealing and resealing system for food products and other such perishables. The sealing system may include one sheet of material or a combination of materials divided into panels, including corner foldable panels, which when folded link a set of side panels together to encompass a sealed storage container. A series of corner folding and side panels are secured wherein the corner panels are adhered together by numerous methods. In a reusable alternative, corner folding panels easily join and separate for ease of use and reuse and to minimize the required space for container storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Publication number: 20140091508
    Abstract: A kitchen apparatus including a combined utensil retainer member and drying rack member, encapsulated within a rotatably attached cutting board mechanism. The cutting board mechanism includes a containment apparatus on the underside such that food, liquids, debris and the like are deflected from entering the internal portion of the cutlery holding area. The overall apparatus combines an upper and lower portion, both of which utilize numerous embodiments interchangeably in order to retain utensils and provide cutlery ability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2012
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Publication number: 20140017630
    Abstract: A dental polisher is provided comprising a cup, finger projections positioned within the cup and a drill attachment on the cap for attaching the cup to a dental drill. The finger projections and the rim of the cup are formed of abrasive materials. The cup may contain a polishing material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2013
    Publication date: January 16, 2014
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 8573410
    Abstract: A collapsible dish drying rack is provided. A plurality of shaped wires is rotatably mounted on two arms attached to a pivotable first wire support members and on a second wire support member. The first wire support member is pivoted upwardly to raise the shaped wires and pivoted downwardly to lower the shaped wire thereby to position the wires between the wire support members in a relatively flat position. An outside surface of the pivotable first support member can function as a cutting board.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Publication number: 20130149666
    Abstract: A dental polisher is provided, wherein the dental polisher includes finger projections positioned within the cup and a drill attachment on the cap for attaching the cup to a dental drill. The finger projections and the rim of the cup are formed of abrasive materials. The cup possesses the capacity to contain a polishing material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2011
    Publication date: June 13, 2013
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Publication number: 20130105423
    Abstract: A collapsible dish drying rack is provided. A plurality of shaped wires is rotatably mounted on two arms attached to a pivotable first wire support members and on a second wire support member. The first wire support member is pivoted upwardly to raise the shaped wires and pivoted downwardly to lower the shaped wire thereby to position the wires between the wire support members in a relatively flat position. An outside surface of the pivotable first support member can function as a cutting board.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2011
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5820375
    Abstract: A dental post is provided having an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion has cylindrical sections of differing diameters. Grooves formed on the section walls form cutting surfaces on the post and serve as vents for cement introduced into a canal of a tooth. The post functions both as a bur and as a dental post.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1998
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5820376
    Abstract: A dental post having a top portion and a lower portion. The lower portion has cylindrical sections of differing diameters and extensions. Grooves formed on the section walls from extensions allow engagement of extensions in a canal wall. Cutting surfaces on the post prepare a canal and serve as vents for cement introduced into a canal of a tooth. The post functions both as a bur and as a dental post.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 13, 1998
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5788497
    Abstract: A dental post having a top section and a lower section is provided wherein the lower section has a plurality of subsections. The subsections have a progressively reduced effective diameter in vertical direction away from the top section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1998
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5520921
    Abstract: A periodontal packing device is provided comprising a plate having two through holes for a thread. A second set of holes can be provided for packing material. The thread is passed through the two through holes to form a thread loop adjacent one surface of the plate and two ends which are tied together adjacent a second surface of the plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 28, 1996
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5458488
    Abstract: A dental post-dental implant system is provided wherein the post is provided with a circumferential collar that mates with an upper portion of a circumferential wall of the implant. The circumferential collar resists expansion of the implant after being positioned in a patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 17, 1995
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5437551
    Abstract: A dental implant is provided for insertion into the jawbone of a patient for the purpose of building a dental prosthesis thereon. The implant includes a central hole having a wall with first extension for accommodating a dental post having a second extension that frictionally interlock with the first extension. A core can be provided which includes a second central hole having a wall with a third extension for accommodating a dental post having a fourth extension that frictionally interlocks with the third extension.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 1, 1995
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5362237
    Abstract: A dental post is provided comprising a top section and a stem with a slot which extends lengthwise through the stem to form a plurality of legs. The legs have wings attached thereto which fit into indentations in a wall of a tooth bore. Kits are provided comprising the dental post and burs for forming a tooth bore to accommodate the dental post and optionally a core for supporting a tooth crown, a template for forming holes in a tooth stub and a key for providing support for the core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1994
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5342200
    Abstract: A dental post is provided comprising a bottom section and a stem with a slot which extends lengthwise through the stem to form a plurality of legs. The legs have wings attached thereto. The wings have cutting surfaces which are used to form indentations in a wall of a tooth bore. Kits are provided comprising the dental post and burs for forming a tooth bore to accomodate the dental post and optionally a core for supporting a tooth crown, a template for forming holes in a tooth and a key for providing support for the core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 30, 1994
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5336092
    Abstract: A dental post is provided including a stem and a flange secured to an intermediate vertical position on said stem to delineate a top stem section and a bottom stem section. A support can be positioned to connect the flange with the top stem section. The flange can be provided with through holes or pins formed integrally therewith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 9, 1994
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5316478
    Abstract: A dental post is provided comprising a bottom section with cutting projections and a stem section. The cutting projections cut paths into the root canal walls to provide retention and anti rotation. A disk may be included which has projections on the bottom which cut pathways into the top of the root for optimal post support and root fracture resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1992
    Date of Patent: May 31, 1994
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5312253
    Abstract: A dental implant is provided for insertion into the jawbone of a patient for the purpose of building a dental prosthesis thereon. The implant includes a central hole for accommodating a dental post having slots and/or a key structure. The dental post slots fit over wings or allow wings/key structures to pass through in order effect retention while avoiding rotation of the positioned post.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1992
    Date of Patent: May 17, 1994
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux
  • Patent number: 5277583
    Abstract: A dental post is provided comprising a bottom section and a stem with a slot which extends lengthwise through the stem to form a plurality of legs. The legs have wings attached thereto which fit into indentations in a wall of a tooth bore. Kits are provided comprising the dental post and burs for forming a tooth bore to accommodate the dental post and optionally a core for supporting a tooth crown, a template for forming holes in a tooth and a key for providing support for the core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 1991
    Date of Patent: January 11, 1994
    Assignee: Wellesley Research Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul R. Chalifoux