Patents Issued in August 15, 2000
  • Toy aquarium
    Patent number: D429503
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Chien-Chih Hsieh
  • Water gun amusement device
    Patent number: D429504
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Trendmasters, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Hornsby, Ryan A. Wolfinbarger, Joseph L. McGowan, Chad P. Stuemke, Marcellus R. Benson, David B. Midgett, Kurt V. Ulmer
  • Water gun amusement device
    Patent number: D429505
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Trendmasters, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Hornsby, Ryan A. Wolfinbarger, Joseph L. McGowan, Chad P. Stuemke, Marcellus R. Benson, David B. Midgett, Kurt V. Ulmer
  • Water gun amusement device
    Patent number: D429506
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Trendmasters, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Hornsby, Ryan A. Wolfinbarger, Joseph L. McGowen, Chad P. Stuemke, Marcellus R. Benson, David B. Midgett, Kurt V. Ulmer
  • Doll
    Patent number: D429507
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Koka Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: I-Pei Chou
  • Training bike
    Patent number: D429508
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Stevens Clive
  • Exercise display panel
    Patent number: D429509
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Unisen, Inc.
    Inventor: Craig Garza
  • Golf ball with multiple stripes and spots pattern
    Patent number: D429510
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Spalding Sports Worldwide, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. Sullivan
  • Golf club head
    Patent number: D429511
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Adams Golf IP, L.P.
    Inventors: Byron H. Adams, Richard H. Murtland, Robert M. Boyd, Michael S. Burnett, Christopher A. Gavey, Derek W. Holman, Brian W. Johansen
  • Back surface for an iron golf club head
    Patent number: D429512
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Callaway Golf Company
    Inventors: Roger C. Cleveland, Karl A. Clausen, Thomas R. Hilton, Richard C. Helmstetter, Larry Tang
  • Terrain-gripping cleat for front portion of boot for snowshoe or soft-boot crampon
    Patent number: D429513
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Tubbs Snowshoe Company LLC
    Inventor: Charles Bently Warner
  • Water hazard golf target
    Patent number: D429514
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Martin L. Smith
  • Sea creature fin design for swim glove
    Patent number: D429515
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Samuel K. Harwell, IV
    Inventors: Samuel K. Harwell, IV, Craig C. Williamson
  • Multiple effect pyrotechnic shell
    Patent number: D429516
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Jake's Fireworks
    Inventors: Francis Wu, Michael Marietta
  • Shower head dial ring
    Patent number: D429517
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Moen Incorporated
    Inventor: Eduardo Milrud
  • Valve
    Patent number: D429518
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Valvulas Arco, S.A.
    Inventor: Jose Maria Ferrer Beltran
  • Valve
    Patent number: D429519
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Valvulas Arco, S.A.
    Inventor: Jose Maria Ferrer Beltran
  • Valve
    Patent number: D429520
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Valvulas Arco, S.A.
    Inventor: Jose Maria Ferrer Beltran
  • Handle hub
    Patent number: D429521
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Emhart Inc.
    Inventors: Frederic C. Doughty, Darren M. Mark
  • Faucet spout
    Patent number: D429522
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Masco Corporation of Indiana
    Inventor: Anthony G. Spangler
  • Faucet spout
    Patent number: D429523
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Masco Corporation of Indiana
    Inventor: Anthony G. Spangler
  • Air scoop for a toilet ventilator
    Patent number: D429524
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Mipro AS
    Inventors: Bjarne Livik, Trond Hatling
  • Capsule
    Patent number: D429525
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Unilever Home & Personal Care USA, Divison of Conopco, Inc.
    Inventor: Patricia Richardson
  • Handle for an ultrasonic insert tool
    Patent number: D429526
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Coltene/Whaledent, Inc.
    Inventors: John Sullivan, Steven Abdelqader
  • Coagulation characteristic testing instrument
    Patent number: D429527
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Roche Diagnostics Corporation
    Inventors: Charles W. Bolam, Joseph R. Geringer, Stephen K. Guerrera, Alexander T. Newhart, Charles C. Thomeczek, Jr.
  • Spa with corner lighted waterfall
    Patent number: D429528
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignees: Spa and Tub Manufacturers, Spa Manufacturers, Inc.
    Inventors: Cindi Magray, Robert Magray, Tiffany D. Pope, James S. Pope
  • Self-service facility
    Patent number: D429529
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Kimura Corporation
    Inventors: Motoyasu Kimura, Masakazu Okuda, Tomoei Kimura
  • Interlocking paving block
    Patent number: D429530
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Andy F. Fleishman
  • Structural block
    Patent number: D429531
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Best Block Company
    Inventor: Kerry L. VonDross
  • Patio door extrusion
    Patent number: D429532
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Dayton Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul A. Siudzinski, Donald F. Schmidt
  • Window component extrusion
    Patent number: D429533
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Mikron Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Teresa A. Oliver
  • Flashlight
    Patent number: D429534
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventors: Vixiane Sengsouvanh, Robert K. Sengsouvanh, Khamnhot K. Sengsouvanh
  • Desk lamp having adjustable task lights and general area lighting
    Patent number: D429535
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Pacific Coast Lighting
    Inventor: Dennis K. Swanson
  • Anthropomorphic lamp
    Patent number: D429536
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Leo Atreides
  • Torchiere floor lamp
    Patent number: D429537
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Tensor Corporation
    Inventor: Roger Neil Sherman
  • Glass shade
    Patent number: D429538
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: The L.D. Kichler Co.
    Inventor: Libbe A. Milicia
  • Glass shade
    Patent number: D429539
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: The L.D. Kichler Co.
    Inventor: Libbe A. Milicia
  • Lighter
    Patent number: D429540
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Colibri Corporation
    Inventor: Susumu Maruyama
  • Safety lighter
    Patent number: D429541
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Zreative Product, Inc.
    Inventor: Yong Yuan Hu
  • Detergent tablet
    Patent number: D429542
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Henkel Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien
    Inventor: Hans-Josef Beaujean
  • Razor unit with lubricating strips
    Patent number: D429543
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: BIC Corporation
    Inventors: Colman C. Garland, Andrew J. Curello, Barry C. Johnson, III
  • Dodecahedron shaped pet enclosure
    Patent number: D429544
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Clifford B. Terry, III
  • Mop head
    Patent number: D429545
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Foamex LP
    Inventor: Denys Denney
  • Projector cart
    Patent number: D429546
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Virco Mfg. Corporation
    Inventor: Peter Glass
  • Anthurium plant named `Cora`
    Patent number: PP11479
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Anthurium plant named `Cora`, characterized by its upright and outwardly arching growth habit; durable, thick, dark green leaves that are ovate to cordate in shape; numerous inflorescences that are positioned upright and above the foliage on strong and erect scapes; durable thick red spathes; strong rooting system; year-round continuous flowering; and good post-production longevity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: RijnPlant B.V.
    Inventor: Leonardus van Rijn
  • Hybrid tea rose plant named `FAZcanne`
    Patent number: PP11480
    Abstract: Hybrid tea rose plant having long stems; dark green, healthy foliage; bright red flowers; good cut flower production; good vase life; and good shipping ability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Bear Creek Gardens, Inc.
    Inventor: Evelyne Fazari
  • Azalea plant named `Sweet Lorraine`
    Patent number: PP11481
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Azalea plant named `Sweet Lorraine` particularly characterized by its unique small leaves, its very tight internode space, and a compact, dense, and vigorous growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Guy Joseph Guidry
  • Hybrid tea rose plant named `JACshaq`
    Patent number: PP11482
    Abstract: Hybrid tea rose plant having a vigorous, upright growth habit; long stems; large, well-formed flowers; dark green, glossy foliage; and spicy fragrance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Bear Creek Gardens, Inc.
    Inventor: Keith W. Zary
  • Shrub rose plant named `Auschar`
    Patent number: PP11483
    Abstract: A shrub rose plant having a strong growing, disease resistant plant; and old-fashioned shaped, fragrant blooms which repeat well throughout the season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: David Austin Roses Limited
    Inventor: David C. H. Austin
  • Hybrid tea rose plant named `MACtaurang`
    Patent number: PP11484
    Abstract: A hybrid tea rose plant having tall, upright growing habit; dark green, glossy foliage; coral orange and light yellow striped flower (upper surface); light yellow petal reverse; long cutting stems; and resistance to rose rust.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: Bear Creek Gardens, Inc.
    Inventor: Samuel D. McGredy