Patents by Inventor Alan Tipp
Alan Tipp 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).
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Publication number: 20130199020Abstract: Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof. Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof can include a unitary or one-piece body having first and second ends configured and operative to be coupled together or to be coupled to their respective complement in another of said fastening devices. The first end can include a ring or annular portion and a projection that are sized and shaped to fit around an anchor and in an orifice, respectively, of the second end. Fastening devices and systems and methods thereof according to embodiments may be used with items, including footwear, apparel, luggage, a backpack, a bag, a purse, a boxing glove, a punching bag, football or lacrosse shoulder pads, or the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2012Publication date: August 8, 2013Inventors: Gaston FRYDLEWSKI, Maria Raquel Waingarten, Brian Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp
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Patent number: 8443466Abstract: Various embodiments of ear protection devices are disclosed. In one embodiment, an ear protection device can include a band and ear frame portions. The ear frame portions can include several components, some of which are configured to move relative to each other. The ear frame portions are coupled to the band portion. The band portion is configured to be disposed around the back of a user's head and/or neck. In other embodiments, the frame and fabric components can vary.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2008Date of Patent: May 21, 2013Assignee: 180s, Inc.Inventor: Alan Tipp
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Publication number: 20120144558Abstract: The present invention relates to an ear warmer device. More specifically, the present invention relates to apparatus and methods for making ear warmers and ear warmer frames.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2011Publication date: June 14, 2012Inventors: Matthew Isom, Brian E. Le Gette, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II
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Publication number: 20120071049Abstract: A collapsible flotation device is provided that uses a coilable spring coupled to a panel to collapse the device when the spring is coiled, and to expand the device when the spring is uncoiled configuration. The spring can be contained within a sleeve along the outer portion of the panel. A support member that traverses the panel is provided. An inflatable bladder disposed about a part of the outer portion of the panel and coupled to the support member buoyantly supports a body weight of a user. The combination of the inflatable bladder and the support member provide support for a user in a seated position on the panel. Many configurations are disclosed, including a multi-user collapsible flotation device, multiple connected single-user flotation devices, and so forth. A back support member and a headrest, both of which can be inflatable, provide additional support for a user to maintain a seated position on the panel. A foot support member is provided for the comfort of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2011Publication date: March 22, 2012Applicant: KELSYUS, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: 8066540Abstract: A collapsible flotation device is provided that uses a coilable spring coupled to a panel to collapse the device when the spring is coiled, and to expand the device when the spring is uncoiled configuration. The spring can be contained within a sleeve along the outer portion of the panel. A support member that traverses the panel is provided. An inflatable bladder disposed about a part of the outer portion of the panel and coupled to the support member buoyantly supports a body weight of a user. The combination of the inflatable bladder and the support member provide support for a user in a seated position on the panel. Many configurations are disclosed, including a multi-user collapsible flotation device, multiple connected single-user flotation devices, and so forth. A back support member and a headrest, both of which can be inflatable, provide additional support for a user to maintain a seated position on the panel. A foot support member is provided for the comfort of the user.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2010Date of Patent: November 29, 2011Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: 7996923Abstract: The present invention relates to an ear warmer device. More specifically, the present invention relates to apparatus and methods for making ear warmers and ear warmer frames.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2005Date of Patent: August 16, 2011Assignee: 180s, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Isom, Brian E. Le Gette, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II
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Publication number: 20100233924Abstract: A collapsible flotation device is provided that uses a coilable spring coupled to a panel to collapse the device when the spring is coiled, and to expand the device when the spring is uncoiled configuration. The spring can be contained within a sleeve along the outer portion of the panel. A support member that traverses the panel is provided. An inflatable bladder disposed about a part of the outer portion of the panel and coupled to the support member buoyantly supports a body weight of a user. The combination of the inflatable bladder and the support member provide support for a user in a seated position on the panel. Many configurations are disclosed, including a multi-user collapsible flotation device, multiple connected single-user flotation devices, and so forth. A back support member and a headrest, both of which can be inflatable, provide additional support for a user to maintain a seated position on the panel. A foot support member is provided for the comfort of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2010Publication date: September 16, 2010Inventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: 7727038Abstract: A collapsible flotation device is provided that uses a coilable spring coupled to a panel to collapse the device when the spring is coiled, and to expand the device when the spring is uncoiled configuration. The spring can be contained within a sleeve along the outer portion of the panel. A support member that traverses the panel is provided. An inflatable bladder disposed about a part of the outer portion of the panel and coupled to the support member buoyantly supports a body weight of a user. The combination of the inflatable bladder and the support member provide support for a user in a seated position on the panel. Many configurations are disclosed, including a multi-user collapsible flotation device, multiple connected single-user flotation devices, and so forth. A back support member and a headrest, both of which can be inflatable, provide additional support for a user to maintain a seated position on the panel. A foot support member is provided for the comfort of the user.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2005Date of Patent: June 1, 2010Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: 7571499Abstract: An apparatus or support having a hammock member, a hammock support member, and a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The hammock member has a first end portion connected to a first end portion of the frame and a second end portion connected to a second end portion of the frame. The hammock support member extends from a first side portion of the hammock member to a second side portion of the hammock member.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2008Date of Patent: August 11, 2009Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian E. Le Gette, William G. Phelps, Jr., David L. Reeb, Walter Paul Robinette, II, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner
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Publication number: 20080307562Abstract: Various embodiments of ear protection devices are disclosed. In one embodiment, an ear protection device can include a frame. The frame can include several components, some of which are configured to move relative to each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2008Publication date: December 18, 2008Applicant: 180s, Inc.Inventor: Alan Tipp
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Publication number: 20080256703Abstract: An apparatus or support having a hammock member, a hammock support member, and a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The hammock member has a first end portion connected to a first end portion of the frame and a second end portion connected to a second end portion of the frame. The hammock support member extends from a first side portion of the hammock member to a second side portion of the hammock member.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2008Publication date: October 23, 2008Inventors: Brian E. Le Gette, William G. Phelps, David L. Reeb, Walter Paul Robinette, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner
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Patent number: 7395561Abstract: An apparatus or support having a hammock member, a hammock support member, and a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The hammock member has a first end portion connected to a first end portion of the frame and a second end portion connected to a second end portion of the frame. The hammock support member extends from a first side portion of the hammock member to a second side portion of the hammock member.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2007Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian E. Le Gette, William G. Phelps, Jr., David L. Reeb, Walter Paul Robinette, II, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner
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Patent number: 7272865Abstract: An apparatus or support having a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The frame includes a first end portion, a second end portion, a first side portion, a second side portion, and several connectors. Each of the connectors are disposable at a first position when the frame is in its expanded configuration and are disposable at a second position when the frame is in its collapsed configuration.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2005Date of Patent: September 25, 2007Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian E. Le Gette, William G. Phelps, Jr., David L. Reeb, Walter Paul Robinette, II, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner
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Publication number: 20070209113Abstract: An apparatus or support having a hammock member, a hammock support member, and a frame that can be disposed in an expanded configuration and a collapsed configuration. The hammock member has a first end portion connected to a first end portion of the frame and a second end portion connected to a second end portion of the frame. The hammock support member extends from a first side portion of the hammock member to a second side portion of the hammock member.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2007Publication date: September 13, 2007Inventors: Brian Le Gette, William Phelps, David Reeb, Walter Robinette, Alan Tipp, Justin Werner
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Patent number: 7243384Abstract: A collapsible apparatus is provided that includes a frame configured to form a closed loop, the frame being moveable between a coiled configuration and an uncoiled configuration. A sleeve is configured to receive the frame and to define an opening within at least a portion of the closed loop. An attachment mechanism is coupled substantially about the periphery of the sleeve. A fabric member is removably coupled to the sleeve such that it is easily removed. A method of making mats according to an embodiment of the invention includes cutting fabric members from a first sheet of material, cutting body membranes from a second sheet of material such that the amount of excess material from the second sheet of material between adjacent body membranes is minimized, and attaching one of the body membranes to one of the fabric members.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2006Date of Patent: July 17, 2007Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian E. Le Gette, Justin S. Werner, Alan Tipp, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Matthew Laine
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Publication number: 20070160249Abstract: A frame has an interior side and an exterior side. The frame is configured to extend around the back of a user's head. A first membrane is coupled to at least a portion of the interior side of the frame. In one embodiment, a second membrane is coupled to the first membrane. The first membrane and the second membrane define a receptacle and an opening that communicates with the receptacle. In one embodiment, a speaker is disposed in the receptacle. A first electrical wire has a first end electrically coupled to the speaker and a second end including a connector. The connector can be disposed proximate to the opening of the receptacle. The connector is configured to be electrically coupled to a second electrical wire.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2007Publication date: July 12, 2007Applicant: 180s, Inc.Inventors: Brian LeGette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp
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Patent number: D610216Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2008Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: D642232Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2010Date of Patent: July 26, 2011Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Ronald L. Wilson, II, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: RE43847Abstract: A support including a frame having a tension member coupled to the frame is disclosed. The frame has a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The tension member is disposable in a first position to provide support for an arm of a user and a second position to be carried on a shoulder of the user.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2009Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Assignee: Kelsyus, LLCInventors: Brian Edward Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp, Justin Saul Werner, Inna Alesina
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Patent number: D686909Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2012Date of Patent: July 30, 2013Assignee: Hickies, Inc.Inventors: Gaston Frydlewski, Maria Raquel Waingarten, Brian Le Gette, David Reeb, Alan Tipp