Patents by Inventor William L. Staley

William L. Staley 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).

  • Method for making a vented sock
    Patent number: 5226194
    Abstract: A double-layered sock according to the invention includes an inner sock made of a moisture-permeable material such as polypropylene and an outer sock that absorbs such moisture. The inner sock is interposed between the skin of the foot and the absorbed moisture, providing enhanced warmth and comfort. The inner and outer layers are secured together, such as by sewing at the toe portion of each to form the double sock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 1992
    Date of Patent: July 13, 1993
    Inventor: William L. Staley
  • Method for making a vented sock
    Patent number: 5086518
    Abstract: A double-layered sock according to the invention includes an inner sock made of a moisture-permeable material such as polypropylene and an outer sock that absorbs such moisture. The inner sock is interposed between the skin of the foot and the absorbed moisture, providing enhanced warmth and comfort. The inner and outer layers are secured together, such as by sewing at the toe portion of each to form the double sock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 1991
    Date of Patent: February 11, 1992
    Inventor: William L. Staley
  • Undergarment having stretch panels
    Patent number: 5040245
    Abstract: An undergarment according to the invention which covers the body from the waist down has stretch panels in the thigh area which permit the undergarment to fit over the thigh, while permitting the rest of the leg covering portion to be made form heavier material than conventional panty hose. The sock portions of the garment can be knitted continuously with the leg portions. Such an undergarment provides a better fit together with advantages such as light weight, warmth, and comfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 1990
    Date of Patent: August 20, 1991
    Inventor: William L. Staley
  • Undergarment having knitted, reinforced socks
    Patent number: 4870708
    Abstract: An undergarment according to the invention combines underpants, socks and leg-covering stockings in a single garment. The sock portions of the garment are reinforced, and are knitted continuously with the leg portions. Such an undergarment can provide men with the benefit of recent developments in fabric and knitting technology, such as light weight, warmth, and stream-lined comfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 3, 1989
    Inventor: William L. Staley