Richard J Fontana

US Patent:

7717381, May 18, 2010

Filed:

Nov 16, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/280765

Inventors:

Richard Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US
David Reinfeld - Englewood NJ, US

Assignee:

DMR Holding Group, LLC - Englewood NJ

International Classification:

A47F 5/00

US Classification:

2482001, 254242

Abstract:

The present invention is a novel device for climbing inside corners, outside corners, and a variety of surfaces. The technology presented herein relies on high friction materials, suction devices, adhesive materials, pneumatic devices, etc. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are designed to clamp onto inside or outside corners such that the devices weight, and an optional load, can be supported. Further embodiments allow the device to climb up, down, and across corners. Moreover, embodiments that can scale flat, rough, or jagged surfaces are also disclosed.

US Patent:

7793911, Sep 14, 2010

Filed:

Oct 20, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/969272

Inventors:

Richard Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US
David Reinfeld - Englewood NJ, US

Assignee:

DMR Holding Group, LLC - Englewood NJ

International Classification:

A47F 5/00

US Classification:

248694, 248925, 2482319

Abstract:

The present invention is a novel device for climbing inside corners, outside corners, and a variety of surfaces. The technology presented herein relies on high friction materials, suction devices, adhesive materials, pneumatic devices, etc. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are designed to clamp onto inside or outside corners such that the devices weight, and an optional load, can be supported. Further embodiments allow the device to climb up, down, and across corners. Moreover, embodiments that can scale flat, rough, or jagged surfaces are also disclosed.

US Patent:

7823845, Nov 2, 2010

Filed:

May 9, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/142738

Inventors:

Richard Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US
David Reinfeld - Englewood NJ, US

Assignee:

DMR Holding Group, LLC - Englewood NJ

International Classification:

A47F 5/00

US Classification:

2482001, 254242

Abstract:

A novel device for climbing inside corners, outside corners, and a variety of surfaces. The technology presented herein relies on high friction materials, suction devices, adhesive materials, pneumatic devices, etc. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are designed to clamp onto inside or outside corners such that the devices weight, and an optional load, can be supported. Further embodiments allow the device to climb up, down, and across corners. Moreover, embodiments that can scale flat, rough, or jagged surfaces are also disclosed.

US Patent:

7850413, Dec 14, 2010

Filed:

Jan 5, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/620170

Inventors:

Richard R. Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US

Assignee:

Kiva Systems, Inc. - Woburn MA

International Classification:

B65G 1/00

US Classification:

41433114, 414332, 414590

Abstract:

An apparatus for transporting inventory items includes a housing, a drive module, a docking module, an elevating shaft, and a rotation module. The drive module is capable of propelling the apparatus in at least a first direction. The docking head is capable of coupling to or supporting an inventory holder. The rotation module is capable of inducing rotation in the housing relative to the elevating shaft. The elevating shaft connects to the docking head and is capable of raising the docking head when the housing is rotated relative to the elevating shaft.

US Patent:

7871049, Jan 18, 2011

Filed:

Aug 4, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/197385

Inventors:

Richard Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US
David Reinfeld - Englewood NJ, US

Assignee:

DMR Holding Group, LLC - Englewood NJ

International Classification:

A47F 5/00

US Classification:

2482291, 2482001

Abstract:

The present invention is a novel device for climbing inside corners, outside corners, and a variety of surfaces. The technology presented herein relies on high friction materials, suction devices, adhesive materials, pneumatic devices, etc. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are designed to clamp onto inside or outside corners such that the devices weight, and an optional load, can be supported. Further embodiments allow the device to climb up, down, and across corners. Moreover, embodiments that can scale flat, rough, or jagged surfaces are also disclosed.

US Patent:

20030127105, Jul 10, 2003

Filed:

Jan 4, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/336095

Inventors:

Richard Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US

International Classification:

A45D024/00
G01N007/00

US Classification:

132/200000, 073/023340

Abstract:

A sensor and display means useful for sensing personal appearance. The invention addresses aroma and presenting the characteristics of the aroma to the user in particular detail. The appearance sensor and display can be integrated with another device associated with determining another aspect of appearance. For example, an aroma sensor and display integrated with a mirrored compact would provide a convenient and complete means of inspecting critical aspects of personal presentation which are visual appearance and personal aroma. The display might also include an appointment book or similar functionality associated with meeting people so that the user is conveniently reminded to check their appearance as they are reminded of the meeting. Improvements in the design of the sensor based on controlling the flow and path of the aroma stream for reducing the size and cost of the aroma sensor are included in the invention.

US Patent:

20050040124, Feb 24, 2005

Filed:

Aug 18, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/425025

Inventors:

Richard Fontana - Cape Elizabeth ME, US
David Reinfield - Englewood NJ, US

International Classification:

A47F005/08

US Classification:

211090010

Abstract:

The present invention involves shelving for installation into inside corners, outside corners, curved surfaces, and a variety of other surface configurations. Rather than employing a cantilever style shelf, the present invention uses corner geometry such that the moment around fastening points is more efficiently supported. Therefore, adhesives, which are not sufficiently strong to support cantilever style shelves, may be effectively utilized. Further, a novel “peel-in-place” installation system is disclosed. With this system, a shelf may be adhered to surfaces while it is already placed in the desired position. Thus, the peel-in-place system reduces the possibility of erroneous installation.

US Patent:

20080160903, Jul 3, 2008

Filed:

Dec 26, 2007

Appl. No.:

12/004952

Inventors:

Richard G. Fontana - Scarsdale NY, US

International Classification:

F24F 13/08

US Classification:

454289

Abstract:

A temporary debris trap and air filter which may be installed on floor vent openings in the early stages of home or commercial construction. After the floors are cut open for vent openings, the trap and filter is laid over the opening and easily affixed by adhesive strips on the flanges. The screen on top prevents construction debris from entering the duct boots and duct system and the filter below prevents dust and fine particles from entering the system while simultaneously allowing the free flow of cooled or heated air to enter the room area. The air will not be obstructed so the building and construction materials can be acclimatized during the construction period, the HVAC system can be tested and adjusted for proper air balance and the construction workers can breath filtered and conditioned air.