Patents by Inventor Robert A. Flath

Robert A. Flath 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).

  • Attractants for bactrocera latifrons(Hendel)
    Patent number: 6019964
    Abstract: Compositions and combinations of alpha-ionol and cade oil are effective attractants for Bactrocera latifrons (Hendel) fruit flies. By attracting adult males to field traps or baits, the attractants provide a means for detecting, surveying, monitoring, and controlling this agricultural pest.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2000
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Nicanor J. Liquido, Roy T. Cunningham, Grant T. McQuate, Robert A. Flath
  • Attractants for Dacus latifrons, the Malaysian fruit fly
    Patent number: 4877607
    Abstract: Certain cyclohexyl and cyclohexenyl aliphatic alcohols and ketones are potent attractants for Dacus latifrons, the Malaysian fruit fly. By attracting adult males to field traps, the compounds provide a means for detecting, monitoring, and controlling this agricultural pest.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1988
    Date of Patent: October 31, 1989
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Terrence P. McGovern, Robert A. Flath, Roy T. Cunningham