Patents by Inventor Tor C. Clausen

Tor C. Clausen 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).

  • Furniture incorporating a percussion instrument and method for forming the same
    Patent number: 6376757
    Abstract: A furniture piece incorporates a percussion element such as a key that can generate a musical sound. For example, the top of a coffee table may incorporate a set of tuned keys that together form a xylophone-like instrument. Thus, not only can one use the table for conventional purposes, he/she can also play the keys for enjoyment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2002
    Inventor: Tor C. Clausen
  • Furniture incorporating a percussion instrument and method for forming the same
    Patent number: 6162976
    Abstract: A furniture piece incorporates a percussion element such as a key that can generate a musical sound. For example, the top of a coffee table may incorporate a set of tuned keys that together form a xylophone-like instrument. Thus, not only can one use the table for conventional purposes, he/she can also play the keys for enjoyment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Inventor: Tor C. Clausen