Patents by Inventor Robert Chris Muis

Robert Chris Muis 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).

  • Patent number: 7097039
    Abstract: A disposable single trap and holder for tacos and the like comprised of semi-rigid flat material to accommodate the ability of the holder to be efficiently packaged in a retail container. The holder has a flat circle shaped configuration with specific cuts and lines of weakness, whereas, when pressed outward from center, the holder will form first and second side walls extending from a generally horizontal base portion to accommodate and support a taco and the like in an upright position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2006
    Inventors: Robert Chris Muis, Susanne Muis
  • Publication number: 20040163992
    Abstract: A disposable single trap and holder for tacos and the like comprised of semi-rigid flat material to accommodate the ability of the holder to be efficiently packaged in a retail container. The holder has a flat disk-shaped configuration with specific cuts and lines of weakness, whereas, when pressed outward from center, the holder will form first and second side walls extending from a generally horizontal base portion to accommodate and support a taco and the like in an upright position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2003
    Publication date: August 26, 2004
    Inventors: Robert Chris Muis, Susanne Muis
  • Patent number: 6321950
    Abstract: An all-encompassing atomizing dispenser device consisting of a vertical standing tube or container, chassis, and a bottle holder insert-clip, comprising a conventional spray bottle with a standard fine mist spray nozzle fixed in one basic direction for atomizing various liquids for multiple applications. The user can simply place a hand down into the opening of the device, tilt or press lightly with the palm by applying pressure on the bottle holder insert-clip, which instantaneously atomizes the hand within the all-encompassing dispenser. The bottle holder insert-clip can be easily removed in order that the conventional spray bottle may be filled with user's choice of liquid. This invention resolves the inconvenience of handling a conventional spray bottle by passing it from one hand to another. It may be placed on a flat surface and is of convenient size to be transported from one location to another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2001
    Inventor: Robert Chris Muis
  • Patent number: 6324293
    Abstract: An all-encompassing atomizing dispenser device for sanitizing and holstering a microphone in which to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria and germs to the general singing and speaking public. The invention consists of a plastic cylinder or tube of appropriate size to holster a handheld microphone, comprising an inverted spray bottle with a standard fine mist spray nozzle, fixed in one basic direction for atomizing said microphone when holstered within the device. The device is covered entirely with fabric, except for an opening at one end in which a microphone may be inserted, and consists of straps for fastening means to any standard television monitor stand. A user can simply insert a microphone, press down on the inverted spray bottle, and atomize the microphone instantaneously.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2001
    Inventor: Robert Chris Muis
  • Patent number: 6247482
    Abstract: A device consisting in it's entirely of a polyethylene, polyolefin, or the like blend of lightweight materials, having a canopy/convex-shaped hood affixed to a sturdy, hinged backboard with in adjustable lumbar support plus two shoulder supports with attached easy-apply harness and waist belt, to be worn by the user in place of holding a conventional umbrella in one's hand. This alternative hands-free umbrella device is comfortably harnessed to the user's torso, thus sheltering his/her head, shoulders, backside, and arms from most weather conditions such as rain, sleet, snow, and sun. While not in use, this device serves as a carrying case when folded in the closed orientation or can be utilized as an emergency floatation device thereupon in the same position. For an additional convenience there is a personal pouch attached to the lower backside of the invention for storage of smaller items while being worn by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2001
    Inventor: Robert Chris Muis