Patents by Inventor Regina Pilotte

Regina Pilotte 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).

  • Three position check valves for use with vacuum jammed film envelopes
    Patent number: 11079030
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a three-function check valve that in one embodiment is attached to a vacuum bladder full of media (foam beads). This three-function check valve is comprised of a selection piece, silicone membrane, and a mounting base all in one sub-assembly. Furthermore, this valve has three positions with three distinct functions. These functions are to create an airtight seal, allow for free flow in and out of the bladder, and restrict flow of air based on a differential pressure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Inventors: Mary Pilotte, Regina Pilotte, Geza Lanczy
  • Three position check valves for use with vacuum jammed film envelopes
    Publication number: 20210003227
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a three-function check valve that in one embodiment is attached to a vacuum bladder full of media (foam beads). This three-function check valve is comprised of a selection piece, silicone membrane, and a mounting base all in one sub-assembly. Furthermore, this valve has three positions with three distinct functions. These functions are to create an airtight seal, allow for free flow in and out of the bladder, and restrict flow of air based on a differential pressure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2019
    Publication date: January 7, 2021
    Inventors: Mary Pilotte, Regina Pilotte, Geza Lanczy