Patents by Inventor Scott A. Butz

Scott A. Butz 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: 11944086
    Abstract: A moving decoy support system for easy placement of decoys on stakes, and natural motion. The moving decoy support system generally includes a motion cone for the decoy, in which the motion cone has a first end, a second end, and a cavity extending into the first end toward the second end. The cavity has an opening at the first end and an upper surface at the second end which supports the decoy on a stake. The motion cone is mountable in the bottom of the decoy body. The motion cone may also have an upper, cylindrical portion and a funnel-shaped portion at the opening, so that the opening is larger than the inside, top of the cone. This allows for easier placement of the decoy on the stake. The motion cone allows the decoy to rotate and rock on the stake, giving the appearance of natural motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2024
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20230200376
    Abstract: A moving decoy support system for easy placement of decoys on stakes, and natural motion. The moving decoy support system generally includes a motion cone for the decoy, in which the motion cone has a first end, a second end, and a cavity extending into the first end toward the second end. The cavity has an opening at the first end and an upper surface at the second end which supports the decoy on a stake. The motion cone is mountable in the bottom of the decoy body. The motion cone may also have an upper, cylindrical portion and a funnel-shaped portion at the opening, so that the opening is larger than the inside, top of the cone. This allows for easier placement of the decoy on the stake. The motion cone allows the decoy to rotate and rock on the stake, giving the appearance of natural motion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2023
    Publication date: June 29, 2023
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Patent number: 11589572
    Abstract: A moving decoy support system for easy placement of decoys on stakes, and natural motion. The moving decoy support system generally includes a motion cone for the decoy, in which the motion cone has a first end, a second end, and a cavity extending into the first end toward the second end. The cavity has an opening at the first end and an upper surface at the second end which supports the decoy on a stake. The motion cone is mountable in the bottom of the decoy body. The motion cone may also have an upper, cylindrical portion and a funnel-shaped portion at the opening, so that the opening is larger than the inside, top of the cone. This allows for easier placement of the decoy on the stake. The motion cone allows the decoy to rotate and rock on the stake, giving the appearance of natural motion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2023
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20200390086
    Abstract: A decoy holder system for facilitating the transport of large numbers of decoys. The decoy holder system generally includes a channel in the decoy body and a flexible loop member having two ends secured within a crimp which may be securely lodged within the channel in the decoy body. The channel may have two non-coaxial portions, such as a horizontal hole extending into the tail portion of the decoy, which intersects with a vertical hole that extends upwardly from the bottom, rear portion of the decoy. The external portion of the flexible loop member forms a carrying loop external to the decoy body that extends beyond the decoy body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2019
    Publication date: December 17, 2020
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20200367486
    Abstract: A moving decoy support system for easy placement of decoys on stakes, and natural motion. The moving decoy support system generally includes a motion cone for the decoy, in which the motion cone has a first end, a second end, and a cavity extending into the first end toward the second end. The cavity has an opening at the first end and an upper surface at the second end which supports the decoy on a stake. The motion cone is mountable in the bottom of the decoy body. The motion cone may also have an upper, cylindrical portion and a funnel-shaped portion at the opening, so that the opening is larger than the inside, top of the cone. This allows for easier placement of the decoy on the stake. The motion cone allows the decoy to rotate and rock on the stake, giving the appearance of natural motion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2019
    Publication date: November 26, 2020
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20180156952
    Abstract: A UV plastic object protection system for protecting a plastic object and any contents of the plastic object from ultraviolet light. The UV plastic object protection system generally includes a plastic material mixed with a UV reflective material to reflect UV light to protect the plastic object and any contents within the plastic object. The UV reflective material may alternatively be attached to the exterior of the plastic object via a host material such as paint, dye, ink or adhesive label.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2018
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20160122082
    Abstract: A UV plastic object protection system for protecting a plastic object and any contents of the plastic object from ultraviolet light. The UV plastic object protection system generally includes a plastic material mixed with a UV reflective material to reflect UV light to protect the plastic object and any contents within the plastic object. The UV reflective material may alternatively be attached to the exterior of the plastic object via a host material such as paint, dye, ink or adhesive label.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2015
    Publication date: May 5, 2016
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20150309219
    Abstract: A UV reflective and cooling system for clothing for effectively reflecting UV light to provide a cooler temperature for a person. The UV reflective and cooling system for clothing generally includes a clothing item having UV light reflective properties incorporated to reflect UV light away from the person wearing the clothing. The clothing includes at least one increased reflective zone to reflect an increased amount of UV light away from the user. For a shirt, the increased reflective zone is within the upper portion of the shirt which protects the body of the user that would normally experience the most UV light exposure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2015
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Publication number: 20150181861
    Abstract: A spinning decoy system for effectively attracting birds by providing movement of decoys in low wind conditions. The spinning decoy system generally includes a support base positionable upon a ground surface, a frame attached to the support base, a mounting bracket rotatably attached to the frame, a plurality of support arms extending from the mounting bracket, a plurality of decoys attached to the distal portions of the support arms, and a motor mechanically connected to the mounting bracket to rotate the mounting bracket along with the support arms and decoys.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2013
    Publication date: July 2, 2015
    Applicant: Fowl Movement LLC
    Inventors: Scott A. Butz, Kevin L. Nowak
  • Patent number: 8739456
    Abstract: A low wind decoy system for efficiently providing realistic motion to decoys in low and high wind environments. The low wind decoy system generally includes a body, comprised of foam or other similar lightweight materials, adapted to be suspended above a ground surface and oriented into the wind. The body is comprised of a substantially thin structure having at least one curvature formed thereon and the peripheral edge of the body has a series of notches extending within to create an irregular movement in response to air flow passing across to attract various different types of animals and birds. The body is generally suspended via a pole assembly and is configured to irregularly move around the pole assembly. The body is also generally colored with a reflective paint substance to match the animal or bird to be attracted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Assignee: Reel Wings Decoy Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Patent number: 8490321
    Abstract: A UV reflective fishing lure system for consistently illuminating underwater for prolonged periods and at multiple depths to attract various fish species. The UV reflective fishing lure system generally includes a base substance, a UV reflective substance and a colorant all mixed together and solidified to form at least a portion of a fishing lure. The UV reflective substance is comprised of barium sulfate, calcium carbonate, or powdered sugar, while the base substance is comprised of a liquid rubber or plastic and the colorant is comprised of a water based coloring. The formed fishing lure reflects UV light to be seen by fish species at various depths within water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Patent number: 8277876
    Abstract: A UV camouflage system for effectively camouflaging an individual or structure with respect to birds. The UV camouflage system generally includes identifying a landscape pattern for camouflage, identifying the color and UV reflection properties of the landscape pattern, and printing a UV camouflage pattern on an item that emulates the color and UV reflection properties of the landscape pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: Reel Wings Decoy Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz
  • Patent number: 7458181
    Abstract: This waterfowl decoy kite is designed in a manner that allows for its deployment over a body of water or other potential waterfowl landing area to facilitate the attracting of specific species to the hunter. The kite is made from a an oval wing and circular stabilizer. The wing and stabilizer may have a variety of notches so as to impart bird like characteristics to the kites flight pattern and visual appeal. The kite may also be painted so as to exhibit a bird like appearance during flight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: Reel Wings Decoy Co. Inc.
    Inventor: Scott Butz
  • Publication number: 20070137092
    Abstract: This waterfowl decoy kite is designed in a manner that allows for its deployment over a body of water or other potential waterfowl landing area to facilitate the attracting of specific species to the hunter. The kite is made from a an oval wing and circular stabilizer. The wing and stabilizer may have a variety of notches so as to impart bird like characteristics to the kites flight pattern and visual appeal. The kite may also be painted so as to exhibit a bird like appearance during flight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2005
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventor: Scott Butz
  • Patent number: 5456036
    Abstract: An animal scent dispensing pistol assembly for dispensing scent for attracting animals comprising a pistol including a barrel having a sealed base end, an opened tip end, and a bored intermediate portion therebetween; a handle extended from the barrel; a plunger slidably disposed within the barrel; a spring mechanism disposed within the barrel and coupled to the pistol for urging the plunger towards the tip end of the barrel; a cocking mechanism coupled to the plunger and adapted to be actuated for urging the plunger towards the base end of the barrel to define a retracted orientation; and a trigger mechanism coupled to the pistol and extended therefrom with the trigger mechanism having a rest position for holding the plunger in the retracted orientation and a firing position actuatable for releasing the plunger from the retracted orientation; and a plurality of scent sticks each adapted for holding liquid scent, each scent stick further adapted to be inserted into the barrel of the pistol for subsequent ejec
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1995
    Inventor: Scott A. Butz