Patents by Inventor William S. Hanlon

William S. Hanlon 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: 5669179
    Abstract: An improved louvered apparatus for the regulation of solar light and heat radiation through windows and the like, is disclosed. The unique configuration of the present invention is innovative, simple, and a considerable improvement over the conventional louvered apparatuses. Some of the various features of the present invention, which are described, herein, include precise very low frictional operation, apparatus is maintenance free, a compact design, uncomplicated fast two-bracket installation, available in the standard manual, or optional remote electronic actuation, and apparatus has been designed to be manufactured inexpensively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 23, 1997
    Inventor: William S. Hanlon
  • Patent number: 4620652
    Abstract: A threaded spool storage apparatus having a plurality of transparent and rotatable cylindrical containers suitable for accommodating a plurality of multi-colored threaded spools is disclosed. Each cylindrical container is suitable for being removably mounted on an adjustable arm operably coupled to a base member means for accommodating thereto a plurality of lever means for operably manipulating the containers either outwards or inwards to permit thereto the storage, retrieval and replacement of the threaded spools. Moreover, a back portion member means is provided for bracing said containers. Preferably, the plurality of containers are arranged proximately along a horizontal plane; although, if desired, the plurality of containers may be arranged proximately adjacent from each other along a vertical plane suitable for sturdily mounting onto a side of a wall or on a horizontal base means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 1985
    Date of Patent: November 4, 1986
    Assignee: Design Inceptions, Inc.
    Inventor: William S. Hanlon