Patents by Inventor Robert F. Ferraro

Robert F. Ferraro 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).

  • Carbohydrate And Electrolyte Replacement Composition
    Publication number: 20110262596
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel compositions and methods. These compositions and methods may be used to attenuate or reverse the effects of dehydration or other adverse effects of exercise, heat or other activity which causes bodily fluid loss. The novel compositions comprise carbohydrates, electrolytes and water along with flavoring agents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2011
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Applicant: Stokely-Van Camp, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Murray, Craig A. Horswill, Robert F. Ferraro, Dennis H. Passe, John R. Stofan, IV, Chan T. Du
  • Carbohydrate and electrolyte replacement composition
    Patent number: 7993690
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel compositions and methods. These compositions and methods may be used to attenuate or reverse the effects of dehydration or other adverse effects of exercise, heat or other activity which causes bodily fluid loss. The novel compositions comprise carbohydrates, electrolytes and water along with flavoring agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Assignee: Stokely-Van Camp, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Murray, Craig A. Horswill, Robert F. Ferraro, Dennis H. Passe, John R. Stofan, IV, Chan T. Du
  • Carbohydrate And Electrolyte Replacement Composition
    Publication number: 20090148566
    Abstract: The present invention discloses novel compositions and methods. These compositions and methods may be used to attenuate or reverse the effects of dehydration or other adverse effects of exercise, heat or other activity which causes bodily fluid loss. The novel compositions comprise carbohydrates, electrolytes and water along with flavoring agents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2008
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Applicant: Stokely-Van Camp, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Murray, Craig A. Horswill, Robert F. Ferraro, Dennis H. Passe, John R. Stofan, IV, Chan T. Du
  • Process for the preparation of multiple grain flaked cereal
    Patent number: 4603055
    Abstract: This invention is a process for producing a mixed grain instant hot cereal product by cutting different grains by a steel cutting method, mixing the dry grains together, steaming the mixture, rolling the cooked grains on a flaking roller to form flakes, and baking the flakes. The process produces thicker than normal toasted flakes of high flake integrity that withstand packaging, shipping, and rehydration cooking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 1985
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1986
    Assignee: Nabisco Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Jan Karwowski, Robert F. Ferraro
  • Agglomerated flavor bits
    Patent number: 4585657
    Abstract: A process and a product of a process for producing agglomerated flavor bits is disclosed. The agglomerated flavor bits are produced by mixing a sugar and a vegetable oil with a starch and a gum. Flavorings can be added to this blend. Upon mixing of this blend a corn syrup solution is added and agglomeration occurs. Following agglomeration, the particles are dried and sifted through a U.S. #6 mesh for size. Particles are suitable for use in cooked grain cereals and other foods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1986
    Assignee: Nabisco Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Jan Karwowski, James G. Bangert, Robert F. Ferraro, Patricia M. Brede