ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 7 -- United States Patent no. 12,595,672, issued on April 7.
"Pool skimmer device" was invented by David Allison (Clifton, Texas).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A pool skimmer is disclosed that comprises a base component comprised of a bar with a U-shaped net component secured to it. The net component measures two to three feet wide and is comprised of fine, stainless-steel microns. A flexible, telescopic handle is then secured to the base component. The base component is placed inside of the swimming pool and comprises a flotation system to allow the device to be positioned halfway above the water level. The U-shaped net allows a user to capture small bugs, leaves, or o...