Patents by Inventor Stephen A. Francis

Stephen A. Francis 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).

  • Foot-Bed
    Publication number: 20100126041
    Abstract: A foot-bed, also called an innersole or sock liner, having a two-piece molded innersole with an upper section, a lower section, and an optional mesh cover (or top liner). The lower surface of the upper section of the innersole has a specific contour that follows the bottom surface of the foot. The upper section of the innersole fits into a cavity in the lower section of the innersole. The lower section is cupped in the cross-section and provides support and stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Applicant: Altama Footwear
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Shoe with external shell
    Patent number: 5243772
    Abstract: A shoe is provided comprising a sole, a sock attached to the sole, and a form-retaining shell attached to the sole, at least partially enclosing the sock, and not attached to the sock above the region of the sole, such that the sole may flex in use. The shell, an ankle restraint fastener and a heelband provide ankle support.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 1992
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1993
    Assignee: Converse Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Eric Swartz
  • Fetal monitor enclosure
    Patent number: D262571
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 1979
    Date of Patent: January 5, 1982
    Assignee: American Home Products Corporation
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Obstetrical telemetry instrument enclosure
    Patent number: D263880
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 1979
    Date of Patent: April 13, 1982
    Assignee: American Home Products Corporation
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Blood pressure meter
    Patent number: D297568
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1986
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1988
    Assignee: North American Philips Corp.
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Hair dryer
    Patent number: D300064
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1986
    Date of Patent: February 28, 1989
    Assignee: North American Philips Corp.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Ronald L. Muller
  • Bathroom scale
    Patent number: D303096
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1989
    Assignee: North American Philips Corporation
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Bathroom scale body
    Patent number: D305621
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 1986
    Date of Patent: January 23, 1990
    Assignee: North American Philips Corp.
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Remote wireless display for a bathroom scale
    Patent number: D317134
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 1989
    Date of Patent: May 28, 1991
    Assignee: North American Philips Corp.
    Inventor: Stephen A. Francis
  • Golf sandal
    Patent number: D379709
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 10, 1997
    Assignee: Hi-Tec Golf USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Peter Zavlaris
  • Shoe outsole
    Patent number: D725358
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Paul Matonich, Steve Chen
  • Shoe outsole
    Patent number: D727610
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Paul Matonich, Steve Chen
  • Shoe outsole
    Patent number: D734603
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2015
    Assignee: Honeywell International, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Paul Matonich, Steve Chen
  • Dielectric boot
    Patent number: D872979
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Stephen A. Francis, Linan Zhao, Mary Dalakouras, Xuezheng Cui