Patents by Inventor Thomas G. Abene

Thomas G. Abene 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).

  • Publication number: 20180250225
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes a gummy dosage form including honey in an amount of 20% by dry weight or greater; fruit juice concentrate in an amount of 2% by dry weight or greater; a calcium source; one or more hydrating materials; and a hydrophilic long-chain polymer. The gummy dosage forms can further include additives such as flavorants, fiber, and pH-adjusters. The disclosure further comprises methods for preparing such gummy dosage forms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2018
    Publication date: September 6, 2018
    Applicant: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Paige M. Appleton, Jacob Adams, Thomas G. Abene
  • Publication number: 20040091590
    Abstract: The subject invention is directed to a customized dietary health management system for pets. The pet food diet provides the required level of nutrients and it includes a customized pet food product formulated from a dry pet food kibble recipe and selected functional additives. The formulation of the dry pet food kibble is selected on the basis of an individual pet's attributes and physical conditions. The diet further includes a selected wet pet food, functional snacks and treats, and health accessories packaged with specific feeding instructions for the pet. The dietary health management system raises the level of nutrients for a companion animal from an adequate level to an optimal level, thereby enhancing the health and happiness of the companion animal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2003
    Publication date: May 13, 2004
    Inventors: Thomas G. Abene, Michael J. Wilson, Stefano E. Zancan
  • Patent number: 6669975
    Abstract: The subject invention is directed to a customized dietary health management system for pets. The pet food diet provides the required level of nutrients and it includes a customized pet food product formulated from a dry pet food kibble recipe and selected functional additives. The formulation of the dry pet food kibble is selected on the basis of an individual pet's attributes and physical conditions. The diet further includes a selected wet pet food, functional snacks and treats, and health accessories packaged with specific feeding instructions for the pet. The dietary health management system raises the level of nutrients for a companion animal from an adequate level to an optimal level, thereby enhancing the health and happiness of the companion animal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2003
    Assignee: Mars Incorporated
    Inventors: Thomas G. Abene, Michael J. Wilson, Stefano E. Zancan