Patents by Inventor Robert Small

Robert Small 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).

  • Publication number: 20040142911
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are topical compositions and methods for using the same to relieve pain in humans, such as pain associated with cancer, bone injuries, old age, and many other forms of pain. Specifically, the present compositions comprise an effective amount of acetone, a salicylate-based compound and an emollient. In addition, the present compositions further comprise one or more compounds including, but not limited to, terpenes and essential oils. The present compositions may be in the form of a liquid (preferably a slightly viscous liquid) or other forms including, but not limited to, salves, creams, gels, ointments or sprays.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2004
    Publication date: July 22, 2004
    Inventor: Robert Small
  • Patent number: 6694234
    Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for automation and enhancement of customer service in vehicle distress situations. A typical process according to the present invention involves the detection of a vehicle distress event. Once a distress event is detected, a response plan is generated based upon at least the detected event. The response plan is then acted upon in an automated fashion to provide an enhanced service experience for the customer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2004
    Assignee: GMAC Insurance Company
    Inventors: Robert Farrell Lockwood, David Scott Kerven, Gregory Max Oman, Verne Ewald Purvines, David Robert Small, Laurie Oldham Smith, Mitchell Franklin White, Jason Leonard Wrather
  • Patent number: 6528076
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are topical compositions and methods for using the same to relieve pain in humans, such as pain associated with cancer, bone injuries, old age, and many other forms of pain. Specifically, the present compositions comprise an effective amount of acetone, a salicylate-based compound and an emollient. In addition, the present compositions further comprise one or more compounds including, but not limited to, terpenes and essential oils. The present compositions may be in the form of a liquid (preferably a slightly viscous liquid) or other forms including, but not limited to, salves, creams, gels, ointments or sprays.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2003
    Assignee: Magic Herb Corp.
    Inventor: Robert Small
  • Publication number: 20030012830
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are topical compositions and methods for using the same to relieve pain in humans, such as pain associated with cancer, bone injuries, old age, and many other forms of pain. Specifically, the present compositions comprise an effective amount of acetone, a salicylate-based compound and an emollient. In addition, the present compositions further comprise one or more compounds including, but not limited to, terpenes and essential oils. The present compositions may be in the form of a liquid (preferably a slightly viscous liquid) or other forms including, but not limited to, salves, creams, gels, ointments or sprays.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2001
    Publication date: January 16, 2003
    Inventor: Robert Small
  • Publication number: 20020177926
    Abstract: The present invention provides systems and methods for automation and enhancement of customer service in vehicle distress situations. A typical process according to the present invention involves the detection of a vehicle distress event. Once a distress event is detected, a response plan is generated based upon at least the detected event. The response plan is then acted upon in an automated fashion to provide an enhanced service experience for the customer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2001
    Publication date: November 28, 2002
    Inventors: Robert Farrell Lockwood, David Scott Kerven, Gregory Max Oman, Verne Ewald Purvines, David Robert Small, Laurie Oldham Smith, Mitchell Franklin White, Jason Leonard Wrather
  • Patent number: 6155497
    Abstract: A sprayer tank is molded with a threaded boss. A hose adapter is coupled with the boss and possesses several attributes including the ability to swivel independently of the tank fitting hose nut, and ability to remove the swivel part, supply tube and hose without removing the tank fitting hose nut. A pressure relief valve is associated with the adapter for venting the tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2000
    Assignee: H.D. Hudson Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Robert Clive Hudson, Jr., Alan Lonneman, Lester Robert Small