Patents by Inventor Ian A. R. Boyd

Ian A. R. Boyd 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).

  • Publication number: 20140122984
    Abstract: A software application program on a computer platform transforms a structured basic idea into a pictorial interpretation in the form of an E-Enhanced Multi-Dimensional PictoStory Presentation using PictoOverlay Technology that presents the basic idea in a format, like a film, where the basic idea is transformed into a series of moving pictures with special effects and enhancements, both audio and visual, that end up making the basic idea come alive visually, emotively and evocatively. More specifically, the software application program combines and layers static images and displays them dynamically and sequentially, adding audio and video enhancements to create a presentation like a film. The software program further transforms the basic idea into an infinitely variable array of pictorial elements and enhancements that extend the basic idea to intrigue, entertain, educate, and have users interact with the basic idea.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2014
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Publication number: 20140089826
    Abstract: A software application system and method for building a common adaptable user interface that is universally compatible with any digital device. The software application is in a small file format that is rapidly downloaded with a Resident “CORE Application” and an emulation of a “Resident Server” on the digital device for immediate access and display using an adaptable Universal PictoOverlay Navigation Interface. The software application system uses modular adaptable and adapting code that provides scalable compatibility and functional adaptability across multiple digital devices such as any computer, cellular phone, smart phone, tablet or other digital device. The STAR-RAID-POINT Application platform can create computer and mobile applications, web sites, shopping carts and transactional management systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Publication number: 20130314749
    Abstract: A software application program on a computer platform allows a user to create a presentation from a series of image selections that are developed into sequenced PictoStorys that transform a structured basic idea into a pictorial interpretation in the form of an E-Enhanced Multi-Dimensional PictoKids Adventure Presentation. The software application program develops a storyline and structures an Architectural Blueprint into a series of Scenes and Part Scenes that create placeholders for the User's image selections. The PictoStorys are created from a stylized process using PictoOverlay Technology that creates and layers transparent static images and displays them dynamically and sequentially, adding audio and video enhancements to create a User designed film-like presentation. The software program further provides the capability to print the static images on paper or transparent sheets to intrigue, entertain, educate, and have users interact with the PictoKids Adventure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Publication number: 20130316773
    Abstract: A software application program on a computer platform dynamically transforms a collage image of vivid pictorial images into a series of games of skill and chance that entertain, educate and intrigue. Using PictoOverlay Technology, Enhanced Multi-Dimensional PictoGames engage a user to accept and complete a series of challenges that result in receiving scores based on elapsed time and the completion of each challenge. The PictoGames are presented through a series of moving pictures with audio and visual special effects and enhancements that end up making features of the collage image come alive visually, and intrigue a user to play while improving their cognitive skills. The software program further transforms the pictorial images into an infinitely variable array of elements and enhancements that allow a user to play the PictoGame individually, with teammates, or against one or more opponents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Publication number: 20130317988
    Abstract: A software application program on a computer platform uses PictoOverlay Technology to provide a completely unique and secure method of performing purchase transactions, accessing secure locations, or accessing email, websites, or downloading of min-apps or other software applications without entering, storing or transmitting personal identification information, or having a username and password to login. The uniquely developed PictoIdentity may associate an alphanumeric sequence with a series of static images and with a portion of one image from multiple layered dynamically presented images to for example access a financial account, perform financial transactions, login to a computer software program, access an email account, activate a mobile device, or enter a secure location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Publication number: 20130318424
    Abstract: A software application program on a computer platform transforms a structured basic idea into a pictorial interpretation in the form of an E-Enhanced Multi-Dimensional PictoStory Presentation using PictoOverlay Technology that presents the basic idea in a format, like a film, where the basic idea is transformed into a series of moving pictures with special effects and enhancements, both audio and visual, that end up making the basic idea come alive visually, emotively and evocatively. More specifically, the software application program combines and layers static images and displays them dynamically and sequentially, adding audio and video enhancements to create a presentation like a film. The software program further transforms the basic idea into an infinitely variable array of pictorial elements and enhancements that extend the basic idea to intrigue, entertain, educate, and have users interact with the basic idea.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Publication number: 20130315568
    Abstract: A software application program on a computer platform transforms a structured basic concept into a pictorial interpretation in the form of an E-Enhanced Multi-Dimensional PictoFilm Presentation using PictoOverlay Interface Enhanced Technology that structures from the basic concept elements required as critical content for the location, event, actions, outcomes and characters to transform the basic concept is transformed into a series of moving pictures with special effects and enhancements, both audio and visual, that end up making the basic concept come alive visually, emotively and evocatively. More specifically, the software application program combines and layers static images and displays them dynamically and sequentially, adding audio and video enhancements to create a presentation like a film. The software program further transforms the basic concept into an infinitely variable array of pictorial elements and enhancements that extend the basic concept to intrigue, entertain and inform.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: Ian A. R. Boyd
  • Patent number: 5023727
    Abstract: This invention relates to methods for forming a substantially continuous composite video signal. A method for forming a composite signal comprises providing a video signal preprogrammed with data, reading or decoding and storing the data, determining where to combine a video field assembled from the data with the video signal, and combining the video field with the video signal by switching between the two. A method for forming a substantially continuous video signal comprises providing a video signal preprogrammed with data, reading or decoding and storing the data, receiving input indicating a desired video signal segment, determining the gap before locating the desired video signal segment, and filling the gap with a video segment assembled from the data. In another aspect, this invention also relates to a device for carrying out the methods of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 1989
    Date of Patent: June 11, 1991
    Assignee: Ian A. R. Boyd
    Inventors: Ian A. R. Boyd, William J. Rose, George A. Schaeffer