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Intellectual Property

Patents

Innovative inventions and patents by Tim Vittetoe of ImpaQt FX — pushing the boundaries of prop fabrication and special effects technology.

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All patents are registered and protected intellectual property of Tim Vittetoe / ImpaQt FX.

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Patent Portfolio

Hinged Drop Foot Brace

Granted

US Patent No. 6,102,881

A hinged brace designed to support and correct drop foot — a condition where the front part of the foot cannot be lifted due to weakness or paralysis of the muscles. The device provides controlled dorsiflexion assistance to improve gait.

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Hand Truck Extension

Granted

US Design Patent No. D440,372

An ornamental design for a hand truck extension — an accessory that increases the load-carrying capacity and reach of a standard hand truck, enabling transport of larger or taller items.

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Portable Solar Powered UV Light Drinking Water Purification System

Provisional

Provisional Patent

A portable, self-contained water purification system that harnesses solar energy to power ultraviolet light treatment, neutralizing pathogens and making drinking water safe in off-grid or emergency situations.

Inventor's Drawing

Technical drawing of the Portable Solar Powered UV Light Drinking Water Purification System by Tim Vittetoe, dated 07-06-2015

Technical drawing submitted with provisional patent application — Tim Vittetoe, 2015

End Mounted Business Card Holder

Provisional

Provisional Patent Application

A wall-mounted business card display holder designed to mount on the end of a shelf, rack, or panel — maximizing visibility and accessibility in retail, trade show, and office environments. The holder features a structural bracket system that secures to vertical surfaces, an angled card tray for easy card retrieval, and an integrated display panel for branding, signage, or a QR code. The design accommodates standard business card dimensions and is suitable for fabrication in metal, plastic, or composite materials.

Product Render

Isometric render of the End Mounted Business Card Holder by Tim Vittetoe — showing the angled card tray, mounting bracket, and integrated branding display panel

Isometric product render — End Mounted Business Card Holder, Tim Vittetoe / ImpaQt FX

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