Patents by Inventor Mark B. Tellez

Mark B. Tellez 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).

  • Smart card with fingerprint image pass-through
    Patent number: 6182892
    Abstract: A fingerprint authentication methodology in which a smart card with a credit card form factor is used to transmit the imprint of a fingerprint to a live-scan device. Use of a credit card form avoids direct contact of the imprint with the live-scan device, reducing wear and tear on the live-scan device. Use of a “smart” card to store an imprint template enables the owner of user to maintain control of the print.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2001
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: Michael F. Angelo, Mark B. Tellez, Steve H. Park