Patents by Inventor Terrand B. Grall

Terrand B. Grall 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: 11578854
    Abstract: The invention herein relates to a device and system for creating a consistent three-dimensional visual aid for traversing poorly lit or dark spaces by utilizing a device that creates multi-dimensional marking with an intuitive and consistent communicative pattern of marking design. The device further containing either self-illuminating material, light reflective material, or a combination of both.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2023
    Inventor: Terrand B. Grall
  • Publication number: 20100137750
    Abstract: A therapeutic aid providing deep pressure or tactile stimulation to a person, comprising a central portion extending longitudinally the length of a person, with laterally extending flexible fingers extending from the central portion, displaced along either side of the longitudinal axis of the central portion. The flexible fingers provide multiple segments to wrap a person within the central portion and the fingers, to cocoon a person and provide sensory comfort. Individual fingers provide independent segments to individualize pressure and placement of the tactile stimulation. The present invention is engageable with other therapeutic aids such as positioning aids, wheelchairs, lift chairs, floor sitters and the like. The present invention is contemplated to act as a therapeutic aid and be calming or comforting for people with autism or other cognitive disabilities. The present invention may be made of lightweight, mold and bacteria-resistant material and be easily folded and or taken apart for storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2009
    Publication date: June 3, 2010
    Inventor: Terrand B. Grall
  • Patent number: 6632506
    Abstract: A high-visibility traction tape includes a substrate having opposed surfaces. Adhesive and a removable backing are attached to one of the opposed surfaces. Embedded into the other of the opposed surfaces is an array of slip-resistant ceramic particles to provide a high-friction surface. A high-visibility surface is created by coating the other of the opposed surfaces with a reflective ink or attaching a reflective tape or a plastic strip to the substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2003
    Assignee: Consumer Care Products Inc.
    Inventor: Terrand B. Grall
  • Patent number: 4848833
    Abstract: A tablet arm assembly for mounting on a wheelchair or the like comprises a tablet arm, a telescoping support for mounting the tablet arm on the wheelchair, a pivot mechanism for pivotally connecting the tablet arm to the support to permit the tablet arm to pivot from a horizontal use position to a vertical storage position alongside the wheelchair, and a slide mechanism for slidably connecting the tablet arm to the support to permit the tablet arm to be adjusted in its horizontal use position and slide downward into its vertical storage position. The pivot mechanism comprises a two-way hinge adapted to permit the table arm to be flipped up from its horizontal use position and to pivot downward to its vertical storage position. The two-way hinge is adjustable to permit the tablet arm to pivot downward in either a forward or rearward direction relative to the wheelchair.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 1988
    Date of Patent: July 18, 1989
    Assignee: Consumer Care Products Incorporated
    Inventor: Terrand B. Grall