THOMAS JOSEPH SMITH
Pilots at Indian Trl Rd, Ash Township, MI
License number
Michigan A1781211
Issued Date
Jul 2016
Expiration Date
Jul 2018
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
1015 Indian Trail Rd, Ash Township, MI 48117
Professional information
Planting Pots And Multi-Compartment Tray Having Self-Orienting Configuration
US Patent:
7673416, Mar 9, 2010
Filed:
Jul 25, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/179876
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02
US Classification:
47 665, 47 87
Abstract:
Planting pots and a multi-compartment tray are provided, the pots and tray having a self-orienting configuration for urging the pots into proper alignment when same are placed within compartments of the tray. The pots include angled recesses disposed radially about the bottom portion of the pots. The compartments of the tray include angled protrusions disposed radially about the bottom portion of the compartment. The angled recesses of the pot engage with the angled protrusions of the compartment when the pot is placed in the compartment to urge the pot into proper alignment. A plurality of slots are included along an upper portion of each pot for allowing optional identification tags to be inserted thereinto. The identification tags, in addition to logos, artwork, or other indicia, if included, are positioned by the self-orienting configuration of the pots and tray to face in a desired direction.
Method For Self-Orienting A Planting Pot On A Tray
US Patent:
7673417, Mar 9, 2010
Filed:
Jul 25, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/179827
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02
US Classification:
47 667, 47 665, 47 87
Abstract:
Planting pots and a multi-compartment tray are provided, the pots and tray having a self-orienting configuration for urging the pots into proper alignment when same are placed within compartments of the tray. The pots include angled recesses disposed radially about the bottom portion of the pots. The compartments of the tray include angled protrusions disposed radially about the bottom portion of the compartment. The angled recesses of the pot engage with the angled protrusions of the compartment when the pot is placed in the compartment to urge the pot into proper alignment. A plurality of slots are included along an upper portion of each pot for allowing optional identification tags to be inserted thereinto. The identification tags, in addition to logos, artwork, or other indicia, if included, are positioned by the self-orienting configuration of the pots and tray to face in a desired direction.
Method For Self-Orienting A Planting Pot On A Tray
US Patent:
7818918, Oct 26, 2010
Filed:
Mar 5, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/718416
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02
US Classification:
47 667, 47 665, 47 87
Abstract:
Planting pots and a multi-compartment tray are provided, the pots and tray having a self-orienting configuration for urging the pots into proper alignment when same are placed within compartments of the tray. The pots include angled recesses disposed radially about the bottom portion of the pots. The compartments of the tray include angled protrusions disposed radially about the bottom portion of the compartment. The angled recesses of the pot engage with the angled protrusions of the compartment when the pot is placed in the compartment to urge the pot into proper alignment. A plurality of slots are included along an upper portion of each pot for allowing optional identification tags to be inserted thereinto. The identification tags, in addition to logos, artwork, or other indicia, if included, are positioned by the self-orienting configuration of the pots and tray to face in a desired direction.
Planting Pots And Multi-Compartment Tray Having Self-Orienting Configuration
US Patent:
7454864, Nov 25, 2008
Filed:
Apr 25, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/423476
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02, A47G 7/02
US Classification:
47 87
Abstract:
Planting pots and a multi-compartment tray are provided, the pots and tray having a self-orienting configuration for urging the pots into proper alignment when same are placed within compartments of the tray. The pots include angled recesses disposed radially about the bottom portion of the pots. The compartments of the tray include angled protrusions disposed radially about the bottom portion of the compartment. The angled recesses of the pot engage with the angled protrusions of the compartment when the pot is placed in the compartment to urge the pot into proper alignment. A plurality of slots are included along an upper portion of each pot for allowing optional identification tags to be inserted thereinto. The identification tags, in addition to logos, artwork, or other indicia, if included, are positioned by the self-orienting configuration of the pots and tray to face in a desired direction.
Self-Orientating Plant Pot And Tray System
US Patent:
2011005, Mar 10, 2011
Filed:
Aug 19, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/806745
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02, G09F 3/00
US Classification:
47 86, 4029901
Abstract:
A self-orientating plant pot and tray system is provided. The pot includes a top and/or a body and is provided with a first drain opening. The top has a first substantially elliptical cross-section and/or the body has a first tapering substantially elliptical cross-section. The tray defines at least one receiving area each for securingly receiving a plant pot in a desired orientation relative therewith. The receiving area includes an upper chamber and/or a body chamber, which are each respectively defined by a depression and/or a receptacle. The depression has a second substantially elliptical cross-section for mating with the top and/or the receptacle has a second tapering substantially elliptical cross-section for mating with the body. The receptacle can be provided with a second drain opening for fluid communication with the first drain opening. The pots can include indicia facing substantially the same direction when assembled with the tray.
Plant Pots And Tray Combination
US Patent:
D598809, Aug 25, 2009
Filed:
Apr 18, 2008
Appl. No.:
29/307410
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
1102
US Classification:
D11144
Open Bottomed Planting Pot With Releaseable Bottom Cover
US Patent:
2009024, Oct 1, 2009
Filed:
Mar 29, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/058701
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02
US Classification:
47 662, 47 655, 47 667
Abstract:
Disclosed herein are systems and method for facilitating root growth and convenient planting. In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the system is provided with a plant pot and a cover, such as a tray, a shrink-wrap, a base, etc. The plant pot has a plant chamber for containing soil, a plant, etc. The plant pot has a pot bottom portion with at least one opening, and can be completely open, such that the bottom portion of the plant pot is at least substantially open to allow root growth from the plant chamber, through the at least one opening and into surrounding soil. The system can be provided with a tray, for example, that securingly receives the plant pot. As other examples, the system can be provided with plastic for wrapping the bottom portion and/or a cover for forming a friction fit with the plant pot.
Self-Orientating Plant Pot And Tray System
US Patent:
2009026, Oct 22, 2009
Filed:
Apr 18, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/148348
Inventors:
Thomas J. Smith - Carleton MI, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
Henry L. Huntington - Loudon NH, US
International Classification:
A01G 9/02
US Classification:
47 86
Abstract:
Disclosed herein is a self-orientating plant pot and tray system. The plant pot includes a top and/or a pot body and is provided with a first drain opening. The top has a first substantially elliptical cross-section and/or the body has a first tapering substantially elliptical cross-section. The tray defines at least one receiving area each for securingly receiving a plant pot in a desired orientation relative therewith. The receiving area includes an upper chamber and/or a body chamber, which are each respectively defined by a depression and/or a receptacle. The depression has a second substantially elliptical cross-section for mating with the top and/or the receptacle has a second tapering substantially elliptical cross-section for mating with the pot body. The receptacle can be provided with a second drain opening for fluid communication with the first drain opening.
Planting Tray
US Patent:
5315786, May 31, 1994
Filed:
May 14, 1992
Appl. No.:
7/882913
Inventors:
Thomas Smith - Carleton MI
John P. Darin - Orchard Lake MI
John P. Darin - Orchard Lake MI
International Classification:
A01G 2302
US Classification:
47 74
Abstract:
A planting tray for direct deployment of trays and plants is described. The tray is ideally formed of a sturdy, biodegradable material. The tray has a flat member with a specific matrix of openings formed therein. A plurality of baskets, in a specific deployment, are affixed to the flat member. The baskets have a plurality of perforations, so that the roots of plants, deployed in soil within the basket, can grow out therethrough. Thus, the tray with plants can be embedded within the ground without the need for transplanting. The deployment of the baskets affixed to the flat member is such that two trays of the present invention may be intermeshed for spaciously efficient deployment.