Patents by Inventor Tim Dedecker

Tim Dedecker 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: 20130104246
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method for safe electronic communication for children. According to one exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides a method of monitoring e-mails, text messages, and other forms of electronic communication. In one embodiment, a software system monitors electronic messages for inappropriate content such as inappropriate words and excess skin flesh that would indicate that sexually explicit images are present in the message. If inappropriate content is detected, the message is first sent to a third party, usually a parent or guardian, for review and if acceptable to the third party, the message can be sent to the child. In another exemplary embodiment, the system and method of the present invention provides a calendaring system and points redemption system wherein points can be earned by children and redeemed for awards or merchandise.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2011
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Inventors: Howard R. Bear, Michael Blum, Tim Dedecker, Richard Docter
  • Publication number: 20130097261
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a system and method for safe electronic communication for children. According to one exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides a virtual world with avatars and online social interaction for children that is monitored by a parent or other guardian. In one embodiment, children may complete certain tasks for points that can be redeemed for certain awards. These tasks may include caring for a virtual pet that would allow the child to earn points to adopt a real pet from a pet store or humane society.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2012
    Publication date: April 18, 2013
    Inventors: Howard R. Baer, Michael Blum, Tim Dedecker, Richard Doctor