Patents by Inventor Peter Graves

Peter Graves 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).

  • Publication number: 20190223978
    Abstract: The problem of contamination of sterile splash basins and surgical instrumentation used in operating rooms is solved by the use of an aqueous composition containing chlorhexidine gluconate in a concentration of sufficient strength to provide inhibition of bacterial growth and disinfection of surgical instruments, but is not harmful to non-mucosal tissues. Pre-filled bottles of the aqueous composition are also provided, with drip-free mouths that minimize contact with the exterior of the bottle. Also disclosed are pre-filled splash basins with removable covers that help maintain sterility. Also disclosed are pre-filled ampoules in sterile wrappers for dilution into sterile splash basins with dispensed sterile water.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2019
    Publication date: July 25, 2019
    Inventor: Peter GRAVES
  • Publication number: 20110198458
    Abstract: A tamper resistant adjustable glide assembly for furniture is disclosed that comprises a foot, a stem and an insert connected to a leg of the furniture. The foot having a having a top and a bottom, the bottom adapted to engage a floor surface. A stem mount on the top of the foot to provide an adjustable attachment to a first end of the stem. The stem having a second end spaced from the top of the foot and a threaded portion intermediate the first end and the second end. An insert captured on the stem. The insert threadably engaged to the stem by a generally cylindrical body with a threaded passage extending through the body adapted to matingly engage the threaded portion of the stem. A cap fixed on the second end of the stem to capture the insert. The insert disposed in a generally vertical passageway formed in the furniture and fixed therein to secure the glide assembly to the leg. The insert recessed into the leg to prevent prying or forcible removal without destruction of the furniture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2010
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Applicant: THE NORIX GROUP
    Inventors: Scott Karl, Peter Graves, Brian Moon
  • Publication number: 20090145015
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a scented picture frame having removable scent boards attached in spaced relation to provide an aromatic ambiance with the display of an item such as a picture. The present invention features a holder on the back of the frame, capable of holding one or more scent boards in parallel adjacent the back of the frame, whereby an aroma is dissipated from a scented oil on the scent board to enhance the experience of viewing the item. Scents are impregnated into the scent board and retained by individually wrapping the scent boards for future use. One or more scents may be used with the present invention by hanging multiple scent boards on the scented picture frame. The scent boards may be removed and replaced when the scent is dissipated or to change the aroma. A picture pouch is used to protect the item in the scented picture frame from absorbing an aroma of the scent board.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2008
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Applicant: Potomac Corporation
    Inventor: Peter Graves
  • Patent number: 7475507
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a scented picture frame having removable scent boards attached in spaced relation to provide an aromatic ambiance with the display of an item such as a picture. The present invention features a holder on the back of the frame, capable of holding one or more scent boards in parallel adjacent the back of the frame, whereby an aroma is dissipated from a scented oil on the scent board to enhance the experience of viewing the item. Scents are impregnated into the scent board and retained by individually wrapping the scent boards for future use. One or more scents may be used with the present invention by hanging multiple scent boards on the scented picture frame. The scent boards may be removed and replaced when the scent is dissipated or to change the aroma. A picture pouch is used to protect the item in the scented picture frame from absorbing an aroma of the scent board.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2009
    Assignee: Potomac Corporation
    Inventor: Peter Graves
  • Publication number: 20080016743
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a scented picture frame having removable scent boards attached in spaced relation to provide an aromatic ambiance with the display of an item such as a picture. The present invention features a holder on the back of the frame, capable of holding one or more scent boards in parallel adjacent the back of the frame, whereby an aroma is dissipated from a scented oil on the scent board to enhance the experience of viewing the item. Scents are impregnated into the scent board and retained by individually wrapping the scent boards for future use. One or more scents may be used with the present invention by hanging multiple scent boards on the scented picture frame. The scent boards may be removed and replaced when the scent is dissipated or to change the aroma. A picture pouch is used to protect the item in the scented picture frame from absorbing an aroma of the scent board.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2006
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Inventor: Peter Graves
  • Patent number: 6764148
    Abstract: A latch arrangement for a drawer includes a latching mechanism having a latch element and a latching mechanism-receiving structure formed as part of a drawer. The structure includes two integral spring elements for biasing the latching mechanism upwardly. The latching mechanism and the drawer have cooperating, snap-engageable retaining features that allow the latching mechanism to move over a vertical range of movement but retain the latching mechanism on the structure. The structure and the remaining portions of the drawer can be molded as a unitary plastic part. The latching mechanism can be molded as a second unitary plastic part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2004
    Assignee: Home Products International, Inc.
    Inventors: Laura Morris, Shailesh Patel, Peter Graves, Paul Mann, Michael Thuma, Ron Llanes
  • Publication number: 20030132687
    Abstract: A latch arrangement for a drawer includes a latching mechanism having a latch element and a latching mechanism-receiving structure formed as part of a drawer. The structure includes two integral spring elements for biasing the latching mechanism upwardly. The latching mechanism and the drawer have cooperating, snap-engageable retaining features that allow the latching mechanism to move over a vertical range of movement but retain the latching mechanism on the structure. The structure and the remaining portions of the drawer can be molded as a unitary plastic part. The latching mechanism can be molded as a second unitary plastic part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2002
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Applicant: Home Products International, Inc.
    Inventors: Laura Morris, Shailesh Patel, Peter Graves, Paul Mann, Michael Thuma, Ron Llanes