Patents by Inventor Bowden Ormsbee

Bowden Ormsbee 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).

  • Patent number: 11943380
    Abstract: A system for mounting an electronic device includes a socket and a stand, the stand having a ball portion. The socket and the ball portion include first magnetic material to hold the socket and the ball portion together in a position selected by a user, the socket further including a magnetic array, the magnetic array having magnetism to hold an electronic device to the socket. In one alternative, the first magnetic material is separate from the magnetic array.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventor: Bowden Ormsbee
  • Patent number: 11924936
    Abstract: A method for selecting a mode/color on a lighting module, the lighting module having only a single button includes: receiving a first actuation of the single button at the lighting module. The method further includes responsive to the first actuation, turning the device on and displaying a first mode/color. The method further includes detecting that the single button is held down. The method further includes displaying a plurality of modes/colors in a timed sequence, such that each mode/color of the plurality of modes/colors is displayed for a preset period of time. The method further includes detecting that the single button is released. The method further includes displaying a selected mode/color of the plurality of modes/colors that was displayed when the single button was released.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Steven L. Lindquist
  • Patent number: 11858705
    Abstract: A strap system includes a strap, the strap including a plurality of apertures. The strap system further includes a buckle, the buckle located a first end of the strap, the buckle including an aperture and prong, the prong extending beyond the aperture, the prong sized to fit in each of the plurality of apertures. The strap system further includes a sliding holder, the sliding holder located on the strap, such that the sliding holder slides along the strap, the sliding holder including a projection, the projection extending from the sliding holder, the projection sized to fit into each of the plurality of apertures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2024
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Dale Karacostas
  • Publication number: 20230223978
    Abstract: A mobile device connection apparatus, method and system is disclosed which allows a user to physically connect or tether, without the use of adhesive, a mobile device with a case to a user, surface, or structure. The mobile device connection apparatus comprises multiple layers of materials to create a connection point for mobile devices, such as mobile phones, which is compatible with devices with a case, reusable, and robust and prevents mobile devices from being damaged, lost, and stolen. Further the mobile device connection apparatus allows a user to interact with their phone in new ways.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2023
    Publication date: July 13, 2023
    Inventors: John Osmanski, Kent Solberg, Bowden Ormsbee
  • Patent number: 11698184
    Abstract: A lighting module includes a first printed circuit board (PCB) with a push button switch and a charging port, a second PCB with a light emitting diode (LED), a rechargeable battery sandwiched between the PCB's, and ring disposed between the PCB's and surrounding the battery. A device including the lighting module, a body having a cavity with an aperture, and a cap having a protrusion facing the body. The lighting module received in the cavity, with the cap covering the aperture. The protrusion and push button switch are positioned such that when the cap is pushed inward near the protrusion, the protrusion pushes the push button switch and activates the lighting module. The cap further includes a ridge surrounding the protrusion on the outward side, the ridge preventing the protrusion from being pushed into the push button switch, unless the cap is pressed at approximately a location of the protrusion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Steven L. Lindquist
  • Publication number: 20230211931
    Abstract: A strap system includes a strap, the strap including a plurality of apertures. The strap system further includes a buckle, the buckle located a first end of the strap, the buckle including an aperture and prong, the prong extending beyond the aperture, the prong sized to fit in each of the plurality of apertures. The strap system further includes a sliding holder, the sliding holder located on the strap, such that the sliding holder slides along the strap, the sliding holder including a projection, the projection extending from the sliding holder, the projection sized to fit into each of the plurality of apertures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Publication date: July 6, 2023
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Dale Karacostas
  • Publication number: 20230211932
    Abstract: A strap system includes a strap, the strap including a plurality of apertures. The strap system further includes a buckle, the buckle located a first end of the strap, the buckle including an aperture and prong, the prong extending beyond the aperture, the prong sized to fit in each of the plurality of apertures. The strap system further includes a sliding holder, the sliding holder located on the strap, such that the sliding holder slides along the strap, the sliding holder including a projection, the projection extending from the sliding holder, the projection sized to fit into each of the plurality of apertures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Publication date: July 6, 2023
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Dale Karacostas
  • Patent number: 11606112
    Abstract: A mobile device connection apparatus, method and system is disclosed which allows a user to physically connect or tether, without the use of adhesive, a mobile device with a case to a user, surface, or structure. The mobile device connection apparatus comprises multiple layers of materials to create a connection point for mobile devices, such as mobile phones, which is compatible with devices with a case, reusable, and robust and prevents mobile devices from being damaged, lost, and stolen. Further the mobile device connection apparatus allows a user to interact with their phone in new ways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2023
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: John Osmanski, Kent Solberg, Bowden Ormsbee
  • Publication number: 20220400170
    Abstract: A system for mounting an electronic device includes a socket and a stand, the stand having a ball portion. The socket and the ball portion include first magnetic material to hold the socket and the ball portion together in a position selected by a user, the socket further including a magnetic array, the magnetic array having magnetism to hold an electronic device to the socket. In one alternative, the first magnetic material is separate from the magnetic array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2021
    Publication date: December 15, 2022
    Inventor: Bowden Ormsbee
  • Publication number: 20220388130
    Abstract: A ratchet keychain attachment includes a body and a ratcheting area in the body. The ratchet keychain attachment further includes a bit holder, the bit holder pivotally mounted in the body. The ratchet keychain attachment further includes a bit, removably located in the bit holder, the bit holder having a first position where the bit is held in a non-removable position in the bit holder and a second position where the bit is in a removable position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2021
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Inventor: Bowden Ormsbee
  • Publication number: 20220322507
    Abstract: A method for selecting a mode/color on a lighting module, the lighting module having only a single button includes: receiving a first actuation of the single button at the lighting module. The method further includes responsive to the first actuation, turning the device on and displaying a first mode/color. The method further includes detecting that the single button is held down. The method further includes displaying a plurality of modes/colors in a timed sequence, such that each mode/color of the plurality of modes/colors is displayed for a preset period of time. The method further includes detecting that the single button is released. The method further includes displaying a selected mode/color of the plurality of modes/colors that was displayed when the single button was released.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2021
    Publication date: October 6, 2022
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Steven L. Lindquist
  • Publication number: 20220316688
    Abstract: A lighting device includes a body, a lighting module, and a cap. The body may include a cavity, the cavity including an aperture. The lighting module may be in the cavity and include a push button switch. The cap may cover the aperture and include an outward side and an aperture side having a protrusion. The protrusion and push buttons switch may be positioned such that they are proximate and when the cap is pushed inward near the protrusion, the protrusion pushes the push button switch and activates the lighting module. The cap may include a ridge surrounding the protrusion on the outward side, the ridge preventing the protrusion from being pushed into the push button switch, unless the cap is pressed at approximately a location of the protrusion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2022
    Publication date: October 6, 2022
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Steven L. Lindquist
  • Patent number: 11420316
    Abstract: A multifunction money clip includes a first plate and a second plate connected to the first plate via a plurality of connectors at the corners of the first and second plate, the first and second plate forming an internal area. The multifunction money clip further includes a plurality of tools each rotationally connected to the first and second plate via one of the plurality of connectors, the plurality of tools located in the internal area when retracted. The multifunction money clip further includes a double clip located on the first plate, a first portion of the double clip opening in a first direction and configured to trap items between the first plate and the clip and a second portion of the double clip opening in a second direction, opposite the first direction, and configured to trap items between the second clip portion and the first clip portion. A small clip is included opposite the double clip to attach to a pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Robin Liang, Andrew Valentine, Bowden Ormsbee, Rex Stevens
  • Patent number: D962645
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2022
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Dale Karacostas
  • Patent number: D966629
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2022
    Assignee: NITE IZE, INC.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Dale Karacostas, Leo Lesperance
  • Patent number: D979824
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2023
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Dale Karacostas
  • Patent number: D987149
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Assignee: NITE IZE, INC.
    Inventors: Bowden Ormsbee, Rick Case, Dale Karacostas
  • Patent number: D1011727
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2024
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Morehardt, Bowden Ormsbee
  • Patent number: D1011807
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2024
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventor: Bowden Ormsbee
  • Patent number: D1020246
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2024
    Assignee: Nite Ize, Inc.
    Inventor: Bowden Ormsbee