Patents by Inventor Philip C. Brink

Philip C. Brink 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).

  • Livestock management systems and methods
    Patent number: 8642262
    Abstract: This invention relates to systems and methods for managing livestock, such as cattle, from conception to consumption. More particularly, this invention relates to systems and methods in which users, such as producers, feedlot managers, packers, buyers, sellers, and consumers, are brought together through shared information and improved communication. Users may access one or more applications, tools, and/or systems to increase the value of each animal, monitor and track each animal, and improve the efficiency of their operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: MWI Veterinary Supply Co.
    Inventors: Richard D. Stroman, Khurshid A. Afimiwala, James B. Gibb, Philip C. Brink, Scott L. Crain, Timothy G. Niedecken
  • Livestock management systems and methods
    Patent number: 8433593
    Abstract: This invention relates to systems and methods for managing livestock, such as cattle, from conception to consumption. More particularly, this invention relates to systems and methods in which users, such as producers, feedlot managers, packers, buyers, sellers, and consumers, are brought together through shared information and improved communication. Users may access one or more applications, tools, and systems to increase the value of each animal, monitor and track each animal, and improve the efficiency of their operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: MWI Veterinary Supply Co.
    Inventors: Richard D. Stroman, Khurshid A. Afimiwala, James B. Gibb, Philip C. Brink, Scott L. Crain, Timothy G. Niedecken
  • Livestock management systems and methods
    Patent number: 8019633
    Abstract: This invention relates to systems and methods for managing livestock, such as cattle, from conception to consumption. More particularly, this invention relates to systems and methods in which users, such as producers, feedlot managers, packers, buyers, sellers, and consumers, are brought together through shared information and improved communication. Users may access one or more applications, tools, and/or systems to increase the value of each animal, monitor and track each animal, and improve the efficiency of their operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Assignee: Micro Beef Technologies, Ltd.
    Inventors: Richard D. Stroman, Khurshid A. Afimiwala, James B. Gibb, Philip C. Brink, Scott L. Crain, Timothy G. Niedecken
  • Livestock management systems and methods
    Patent number: 7603284
    Abstract: This invention relates to systems and methods for managing livestock, such as cattle, from conception to consumption. More particularly, this invention relates to systems and methods in which users, such as producers, feedlot managers, packers, buyers, sellers, and consumers, are brought together through shared information and improved communication. Users may access one or more applications, tools, and/or systems to increase the value of each animal, monitor and track each animal, and improve the efficiency of their operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: Micro Beef Technologies, Ltd.
    Inventors: Richard D. Stroman, Khurshid A. Afimiwala, James B. Gibb, Philip C. Brink, Scott L. Crain, Timothy G. Niedecken
  • Livestock Judging game and method
    Publication number: 20030173743
    Abstract: A method of conducting livestock judging games is provided which utilizes visual images of animals, such as livestock, and can be presented to, and played by, players in multiple geographies by utilizing a plurality of communication media, including the Internet, electronic mail, printed material, and other means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2002
    Publication date: September 18, 2003
    Inventors: John T. Brink, Philip C. Brink