Patents by Inventor Tamis L. Root

Tamis L. Root 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).

  • Fruit Products, Methods of Producing Fruit Products, Fruit Extraction Systems and Fruit Infusion Systems
    Publication number: 20130040024
    Abstract: A method for producing fruit products. The method includes presenting a fruit comprising at least one water insoluble component and at least one water soluble component. Removing at least a portion of the at least one water soluble component from the fruit, the removing comprising leaving at least a portion of the at least one water insoluble component. Providing at least one polyol in the at least a portion of the at least one water insoluble component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2011
    Publication date: February 14, 2013
    Inventors: Leroy W. Fletcher, Tamis L. Root
  • Pesticide composition
    Patent number: 5017620
    Abstract: Water-based pesticide compositions are disclosed that are effective to kill molluscs, insects, and small rodents. The compositions are resistant to washing away by water, yet retain moisture such that the texture of the composition is such that pests find it palatable even after extended periods of time have passed after application. The compositions are environmentally safe and do not pose a significant toxicological threat to humans and pets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1989
    Date of Patent: May 21, 1991
    Assignee: E. M. Matson, Jr., Company, Inc.
    Inventors: David L. Grassman, Scott P. Ager, Tamis L. Root