Patents by Inventor Russell J. Robellop

Russell J. Robellop 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: 5504947
    Abstract: An automatic toilet seat closing apparatus that operates on a controlled release of air. A control cylinder coupled to a seat closure member is secured to a conventional toilet bowl by placement of a universal support base positionable beneath the coupling hinge used by the seat. A water sensor is available for placement in a conventional water closet allowing release of air when the water level drops due to flushing of the toilet bowl. Alternatively, the apparatus will allow a controlled lowering of the toilet seat allowing the apparatus to be coupled to toilet bowls having water savers or non-conventional water closets such as those found on motor homes and boats. In addition, the device may be integrated into new toilet structures thereby eliminating the need for a separate support base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 9, 1996
    Inventors: Russell J. Robellop, Deborah A. Alas