Patents by Inventor William P. Boyle

William P. Boyle 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: 8519356
    Abstract: A sterilization apparatus for sterilizing containers, such as plastic water bottles employs ultra violet (UV) light sterilization technology in a portable fashion. The apparatus is a standalone unit that is intended for residential use, is portable, and is specifically configured to receive and treat multiple sized bottles without additional add-ons. The apparatus positions and includes features to hold the bottle in a horizontal position within the housing of the apparatus such that the horizontally oriented UV bulb is disposed within the inside of the bottle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Inventor: William P. Boyle
  • Publication number: 20120261590
    Abstract: A sterilization apparatus for sterilizing containers, such as plastic water bottles employs ultra violet (UV) light sterilization technology in a portable fashion. The apparatus is a standalone unit that is intended for residential use, is portable, and is specifically configured to receive and treat multiple sized bottles without additional add-ons. The apparatus positions and includes features to hold the bottle in a horizontal position within the housing of the apparatus such that the horizontally oriented UV bulb is disposed within the inside of the bottle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2012
    Publication date: October 18, 2012
    Inventor: William P. Boyle
  • Patent number: 6309741
    Abstract: A shopping cart having a foam pad designed to reduce bruising and other damage to fruits and vegetables as well as provide additional comfort to young children sitting on the pad is provided. The pad should be formed of closed-cell FDA approved foam, having a protective water impermeable skin substantially surrounding exposed surfaces of the foam. The skin should also be FDA approved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2001
    Inventor: William P. Boyle