Patents by Inventor Connie R. Rutledge

Connie R. Rutledge has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Elastic securing apparatus and mounting system for electronic device
    Patent number: 9954569
    Abstract: A two-part mounting system for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device comprising a handle and complementary receiving mount. More specifically, the handle is comprised of a base, a flexible strap, and an adhesive backer, and the complementary mount is dome-shaped and comprised of a rounded top, a slot for receiving the flexible strap, and a bottom for receiving the base. The handle and complementary mount physically interlock by virtue of the shape of the base and receiving mount and the tension of the flexible strap around the complementary mount. The two-part mounting system can then securely attach the electronic device to an additional fixed or mobile mount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2018
    Assignee: Johnny Rhymes with Connie LLC
    Inventors: John A Murphy, Connie R Rutledge
  • ELASTIC SECURING APPARATUS AND MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE
    Publication number: 20160134733
    Abstract: A two-part mounting system for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device comprising a handle and complementary receiving mount. More specifically, the handle is comprised of a base, a flexible strap, and an adhesive backer, and the complementary mount is dome-shaped and comprised of a rounded top, a slot for receiving the flexible strap, and a bottom for receiving the base. The handle and complementary mount physically interlock by virtue of the shape of the base and receiving mount and the tension of the flexible strap around the complementary mount. The two-part mounting system can then securely attach the electronic device to an additional fixed or mobile mount.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2016
    Publication date: May 12, 2016
    Inventors: John A. Murphy, Connie R. Rutledge
  • Elastic securing apparatus and mounting system for electronic device
    Patent number: 9259077
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system comprising a handle apparatus and mounting system designed for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device, and wherein an electronic device can be secured to a surface. The handle apparatus includes a flexible strap, a base, and an adhesive. The mounting system includes a mount faceplate, which includes a central hub and two opposing spiral arms, and an attachment apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: Johnny Rhymes with Connie, LLC
    Inventors: John A Murphy, Connie R Rutledge
  • ELASTIC SECURING APPARATUS AND MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE
    Publication number: 20150365125
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system comprising a handle apparatus and mounting system designed for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device, and wherein an electronic device can be secured to a surface. The handle apparatus includes a flexible strap, a base, and an adhesive. The mounting system includes a mount faceplate, which includes a central hub and two opposing spiral arms, and an attachment apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2015
    Publication date: December 17, 2015
    Inventors: John A. Murphy, Connie R. Rutledge
  • FLEXIBLE FINGER STRAP AND SURFACE MOUNT FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE
    Publication number: 20140217135
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system comprising a connection apparatus and mount designed for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device, and wherein an electronic device can be secured to a surface. The connection apparatus includes a flexible strap, a rigid base, and an adhesive. The mount includes a mount faceplate, a stem, and a surface attachment system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2014
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventors: John A Murphy, Connie R Rutledge
  • ELASTIC FINGER STRAP AND SURFACE MOUNT FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE
    Publication number: 20120299318
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a device designed for easier and more secure transport of a mobile phone or other hand-held electronic device, and a complementary mount for securing an electronic device to a surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2012
    Publication date: November 29, 2012
    Inventors: John A. Murphy, Connie R. Rutledge