Patents by Inventor Terry Mears

Terry Mears 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: 6409066
    Abstract: A tote-bag cooler includes a multi-chambered, closeable container enclosed by overlapping flaps creating a self-sealing, sleeve-style aperture. Handle straps may be attached to the sides of the container. A handle grip may be attached to the mid-section of one of the handle straps and may be wrapped around the opposing handle strap when grasping the handle straps. A shoulder strap may be included also. The outer surface of the container optionally may include a beverage holder, a seat belt strap, mesh pockets, and/or a fabric pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Rachel Schneider, Terry A. Mears, James T. Sener
  • Patent number: 6405557
    Abstract: A support tray includes a top surface, an underside, and a side perimeter. The top surface is substantially planar and has a plurality of perforations leading to the underside. The underside includes a support grate. The support grate includes a plurality of interconnected support beams and support walls that surround the perforations. The side perimeter includes an upper rim and a lower rim and is contoured to provide for handles. Optionally, the top surface has handle straps and at least one beverage container holder that stores a beverage container in an upright or lateral position. The support tray may be made of a rigid plastic construction suitable for cleaning in a dishwasher.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2002
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: John DeCastro, Terry Mears, Yiyun Culp, Michael Brockel, Regis Schulte, Tracey Beehm
  • Patent number: 6296165
    Abstract: A multi-functional lightweight carrying device features one or more storable serving trays and beverage holders, an adjustable handle convertible to a shoulder strap, and a specialized pocket holder for a cellular phone. The device is further capable of being secured to the seat of a vehicle via a seat-belt holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2001
    Assignee: Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Terry A. Mears
  • Patent number: D444038
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2001
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Rachel Schneider, Terry Mears, James T. Sener
  • Patent number: D447667
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2001
    Assignee: The Coleman Company Inc.
    Inventors: Rachel Schneider, Terry Mears, James T. Sener
  • Patent number: D448249
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2001
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: John DeCastro, Terry Mears, Yiyun Culp, Michael Brockel, Regis Schulte, Tracey Beehm
  • Patent number: D431755
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2000
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lauren D. Worley, Terry A. Mears, Douglas R. Casto, Daniel L. Glidden, Joshua T. Morenstein
  • Patent number: D431903
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lauren D. Worley, Terry A. Mears, Douglas R. Casto, Daniel L. Glidden, Joshua T. Morenstein
  • Patent number: D431967
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lauren D. Worley, Terry A. Mears, Douglas R. Casto, Daniel L. Glidden, Joshua T. Morenstein
  • Patent number: D431968
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2000
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lauren D. Worley, Terry A. Mears, Douglas R. Casto, Daniel L. Glidden, Joshua T. Morenstein
  • Patent number: D432870
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2000
    Assignee: The Coleman Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Lauren D. Worley, Terry A. Mears, Douglas R. Casto, Daniel L. Glidden, Joshua T. Morenstein