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TJ (Tristan) Evarts: SMARTwheel

SMARTwheel — steering-wheel cover that senses hand position to deter texting while driving.

WhereUSA
When2010
Age at the work~17
IP outcomeGranted patent (personal)

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SMARTwheel — steering-wheel cover that senses hand position to deter texting while driving.

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IP note

US 8,564,424 B2, filed Dec 2010, granted Oct 2013, assignee Inventioneers Etc LLC; active to 2031.

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