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).
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Patent number: 11944086Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: February 21, 2023Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20230200376Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2023Publication date: June 29, 2023Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Patent number: 11589572Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: May 23, 2019Date of Patent: February 28, 2023Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20200390086Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2019Publication date: December 17, 2020Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20200367486Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2019Publication date: November 26, 2020Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20180156952Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2018Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20160122082Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2015Publication date: May 5, 2016Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20150309219Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2015Publication date: October 29, 2015Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Publication number: 20150181861Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2013Publication date: July 2, 2015Applicant: Fowl Movement LLCInventors: Scott A. Butz, Kevin L. Nowak
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Patent number: 8739456Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 15, 2010Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Reel Wings Decoy Company, Inc.Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Patent number: 8490321Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: April 2, 2012Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Patent number: 8277876Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: June 19, 2008Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Assignee: Reel Wings Decoy Company, Inc.Inventor: Scott A. Butz
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Patent number: 7458181Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: December 20, 2005Date of Patent: December 2, 2008Assignee: Reel Wings Decoy Co. Inc.Inventor: Scott Butz
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Publication number: 20070137092Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2005Publication date: June 21, 2007Inventor: Scott Butz
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Patent number: 5456036Abstract: 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 ejecType: GrantFiled: June 14, 1994Date of Patent: October 10, 1995Inventor: Scott A. Butz