Patents by Inventor Richard Prete

Richard Prete 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).

  • Carrying case and variable-angle support stand for portable computer
    Patent number: 5445266
    Abstract: A carry case for a pen-based computer. The case is of a design which minimizes its footprint, yet provides a variable tilt support structure for the computer. Accordingly, the computer can be positioned at the optimum viewing angle of the user during non hand-held use, even under crowded working conditions. The case allows the computer to be readily removed therefrom for hand-held use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1995
    Inventors: Richard Prete, Pablo V. Vialera
  • Impact protector for fragile article
    Patent number: 5392920
    Abstract: An impact protector for securement to an edge of a fragile article, for example, a pen-based computer. The protector includes a pair of opposing support legs having support surfaces located thereon which prevent the computer-contacting walls of the protector from directly striking the ground if the computer is accidently dropped or jarred.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 28, 1995
    Inventor: Richard Prete