Patents by Inventor Sharon L. Smith

Sharon L. Smith 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).

  • Container including plate with drain insert
    Patent number: 5139166
    Abstract: Apparatus for holding, stabilizing, and draining watermelon or other foodstuff including a receptacle and a support member for the watermelon or other foodstuff positionable on the receptacle. The support member has drain holes formed therein and rib elements which project upwardly to support the watermelon or other foodstuff in position above the drain holes so that they are not plugged.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 18, 1992
    Inventor: Sharon L. Smith