Patents by Inventor Tom Gruger

Tom Gruger 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: 10548361
    Abstract: A technology bag allows its carrier to indulge in vaping or drinking inconspicuously, or deliver a burst of vapor externally, as in pepper spray for personal protection or scenting as used in hunting. The technology bag comprises various technology compartments for various technology components including technology tanks, bladders, tubes, and other associated attachments. The technology bag can also provide a safety releasable coupling such that the various technology will “break-away” easily if snagged or caught. In one embodiment the technology bag is a backpack. In other embodiments the technology bag could be a messenger bag, briefcase, knapsack, purse, or any over-the-shoulder style bag employing a shoulder strap. In each of these embodiments the shoulder strap is operable to provide the various functionalities of the technology bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: VAPRWEAR GEAR LLC
    Inventors: Steven Suttman, Tom Gruger, Marietta Cantu
  • Patent number: 10537144
    Abstract: Technology devices may be concealed in and outside of conduit's in clothing and accessories. To that end, described herein, are releasable couplers and tube assemblies that can be affixed to clothing and other accessories for safe concealment of technology devices and accessories and to avoid strangulation and other accidental harm should an accessory get snagged, caught, or pulled. The releasable coupler and releasable tube assemblies will “break-away” from each other or the component or accessory they are attached to when undo pressure is applied. The integration of the releasable coupler and the releasable tube assembly allow one to imbibe inconspicuously and safely. The releasable coupler and releasable tube assemblies also allow for easy removal for cleaning and maintenance purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: VAPRWEAR GEAR LLC
    Inventors: Steven Suttman, Tom Gruger, Marietta Cantu