Patents by Inventor Steve Charles

Steve Charles 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: 12269666
    Abstract: An insulating container can be configured to retain a volume of liquid, and include a canister having a first inner wall having a first end having an opening extending into an internal reservoir, and a second outer wall forming an outer shell. The opening can be sealed by a spout adapter, the spout adapter having a spout channel extending between the internal reservoir and a spout opening, smaller than the opening of the canister. The spout opening may be sealed with a cap having a magnetic top surface, and the spout adapter may be further removably coupled to a lid that may be used as a cup into which a volume of the liquid can be poured.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2025
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: John Alan Tolman, Steve Charles Nichols, Edward Abante
  • Patent number: 12225993
    Abstract: A suitcase having a base and a lid where the lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies is disclosed. The lid may comprise an upper shell, and the base may comprise a lower shell. The upper shell and the lower shell may be seamlessly formed to create a water resistant and/or waterproof suitcase. The suitcase may have an extendable trolley handle assembly that is externally attached to the base of the suitcase using a plurality of mounting clips. The trolley handle assembly may comprise a pair of extrusion assemblies that are connected to the base of the suitcase and connected to each other by a grip. The suitcase may also have a removably secured interior liner. The interior liner may include a plurality of grommets and a plurality of fastener portions to releasably attach to the suitcase.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2025
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Andy Bondhus, Michael Christopher Cieszko, Nicholas James Lombardi, Dustin Bullock, John Warren Dow
  • Publication number: 20240415257
    Abstract: A suitcase having a base and a lid where the lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies is disclosed. The lid may comprise an upper shell, and the base may comprise a lower shell. The upper shell and the lower shell may be seamlessly formed to create a water resistant and/or waterproof suitcase. The suitcase may have an extendable trolley handle assembly that is externally attached to the base of the suitcase using a plurality of mounting clips. The trolley handle assembly may comprise a pair of extrusion assemblies that are connected to the base of the suitcase and connected to each other by a grip. The suitcase may also have a removably secured interior liner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2024
    Publication date: December 19, 2024
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Andy Bondhus, Michael Christopher Cieszko, Nicholas James Lombardi, Dustin Bullock
  • Patent number: 12157604
    Abstract: A portable container and container assembly provides a durable, functional and simple carry-all solution for dry and wet provisions, goods and gear. Exemplary features of various embodiments include one or more of an overmolded pad on the bottom of the container, a removable handle incorporating a releasable retaining structure, a lid that seals within the container cavity and is flush with the outer periphery of the container sidewall and/or has a cellular internal reinforcing structure, a skirt extending around the sidewall that is integral with handle mounts for the handle and/or provides a connection point for external components, and a drop-in tray with a collapsible handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Andy Bondhus, Steve Charles Nichols, Dennis Zuck, Andrew M. Bosway
  • Patent number: 12139316
    Abstract: An example lid assembly may include a lid and a slider. The lid may further include a guide channel configured to receive the slider, and the channel may limit the lateral movement of the slider. The guide channel may further include a pair of air vents. The slider may be configured to slide along the lid, from a closed position where the slider covers the opening and to an opened position in which the slider uncovers the opening such that the contents of the container may be released. The slider may be configured to lock into place in both the closed position and the opened position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, John Alan Tolman, Steve Charles Nichols
  • Patent number: 12108853
    Abstract: A suitcase having a base and a lid where the lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies is disclosed. The lid may comprise an upper shell, and the base may comprise a lower shell. The upper shell and the lower shell may be seamlessly formed to create a water resistant and/or waterproof suitcase. The suitcase may have an extendable trolley handle assembly that is externally attached to the base of the suitcase using a plurality of mounting clips. The trolley handle assembly may comprise a pair of extrusion assemblies that are connected to the base of the suitcase and connected to each other by a grip. The suitcase may also have a removably secured interior liner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Andy Bondhus, Michael Christopher Cieszko, Nicholas James Lombardi, Dustin Bullock
  • Publication number: 20240247520
    Abstract: A container having a base and a lid is provided. The lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies. The latching assembly may comprise a latch body, a locking member, a biasing member, and an activating member. Additional features of the container may include handles and strength increasing features. The base and lid may also feature attachment points for various accessories. A carry strap may attach to the base of the container to allow a user to lift and carry the container. The container may also have a wheels attached to the bottom portion and/or across the bottom portion to one side of the sidewall structure. In addition, in exemplary containers with wheels, a pull handle may be attached to a side opposite the wheels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2024
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Steve Charles Nichols, Kyle Ellison, Andy Bondhus, Tobias Hotchkiss, Liza Morris, Dennis Zuck, Ryan Nixon, Mark Carlson Rane, Walter T. Blanchard, Nicholas James Lombardi, Dustin Bullock, Michael Christopher Cieszko, Derek G. Sullivan
  • Publication number: 20240172884
    Abstract: An insulating container can be configured to retain a volume of liquid, and include a canister having a first inner wall having a first end having an opening extending into an internal reservoir, and a second outer wall forming an outer shell. The opening can be sealed by a spout adapter, the spout adapter having an internal passageway extending between the internal reservoir and a spout opening, which may be smaller than the opening of the canister. The spout opening may be sealed with an upper cap that has a magnetic top surface. The upper cap may be selectively coupled to seal the spout opening, or may be magnetically coupled to a magnetic docking surface of a docking structure on the spout adapter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2024
    Publication date: May 30, 2024
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Evan Goldberg, Edward Abante
  • Patent number: 11976498
    Abstract: A container having a base and a lid is provided. The lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching assemblies. The latching assembly may comprise a latch body, a locking member, a biasing member, and an activating member. Additional features of the container may include handles and strength increasing features. The base and lid may also feature attachment points for various accessories. A carry strap may attach to the base of the container to allow a user to lift and carry the container. The container may also have a wheels attached to the bottom portion and/or across the bottom portion to one side of the sidewall structure. In addition, in exemplary containers with wheels, a pull handle may be attached to a side opposite the wheels. The lid may include a lid support member that can act as a molle board to releasably secure items to the lid support member while also providing structural support to the lid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Steve Charles Nichols, Kyle Ellison, Andy Bondhus, Tobias Hotchkiss, Liza Morris, Dennis Zuck, Ryan Nixon, Mark Carlson Rane, Walter T. Blanchard, Nicholas James Lombardi, Dustin Bullock, Michael Christopher Cieszko, Derek G. Sullivan
  • Patent number: D1022597
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Steve Charles Nichols
  • Patent number: D1028519
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Kyle Edward Rogers, Derek G. Sullivan
  • Patent number: D1030320
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Kyle Edward Rogers, Derek G. Sullivan
  • Patent number: D1033158
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Andy Bondhus, Tobias Hotchkiss, Mark Carlson Rane, John Loudenslager, Derek G. Sullivan
  • Patent number: D1035304
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: Yardbird Outside, LLC
    Inventor: Steve Charles Nichols
  • Patent number: D1038705
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Matthew Joseph Petrillo, Steve Charles Nichols
  • Patent number: D1038706
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2023
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Steve Charles Nichols, Matthew Joseph Petrillo
  • Patent number: D1039340
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Matthew Joseph Petrillo, Steve Charles Nichols
  • Lid
    Patent number: D1046619
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2024
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Dustin Bullock, Steve Charles Nichols, Edward Abante, Evan Goldberg
  • Patent number: D1061140
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2025
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Charles Nichols, Edward Naguit Abante, Evan Goldberg
  • Patent number: D1062386
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2025
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Roy Joseph Seiders, Steve Charles Nichols, Matthew Joseph Petrillo