Patents by Inventor Carl Zealer

Carl Zealer 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: 9352245
    Abstract: A system and method of performing a mystical card flying illusion or ‘trick’ is provided. In accordance with the innovation, an invisible (or near invisible) levitation means (e.g., string, thread, etc.) can be used to create the illusion of a levitating and/or spinning playing card. The levitation means can be pre-attached or fixedly attached to an ear piece that is configured to fit over and behind a user's ear. Further, an illumination system can be provided in connection with the levitation illusion system. Moreover, spinning aides can be provided to assist a user in rotating or spinning a levitation item (e.g., card).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2016
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20150103248
    Abstract: Systems and methods that facilitates advertising of products are disclosed. Such a system can include a rendering component that visually displays an item of content associated with the product and a content management component that provides the item of content to the rendering component. The system can retrieve and display content by way of an on-board memory, Internet (or network) source, peer-to-peer source or the like. The content can be related to a product review, preview, instructions or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20140328053
    Abstract: According to one or more aspects, an illumination device is provided. The illumination device includes a housing, a power source, a light source, a connection device, one or more covers, and an actuating member. The power source, the light source, the connection device, etc. may be disposed inside the housing (e.g., for protection from a use environment) and the connection device may electrically connect or electrically couple the power source to the light source. The cover may have an actuating member which activates the light source when depressed by toggling the connection device to connect the power source to the light source. The actuating member may be integrated with the housing or the cover and may be flush with one or more of the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2014
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20140228137
    Abstract: A system and method of performing a mystical card flying illusion or ‘trick’ is provided. In accordance with the innovation, an invisible (or near invisible) levitation means (e.g., string, thread, etc.) can be used to create the illusion of a levitating and/or spinning playing card. The levitation means can be pre-attached or fixedly attached to an ear piece that is configured to fit over and behind a user's ear. Further, an illumination system can be provided in connection with the levitation illusion system. Moreover, spinning aides can be provided to assist a user in rotating or spinning a levitation item (e.g., card).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2014
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: 8740715
    Abstract: A system and method of performing a mystical card flying illusion or ‘trick’ is provided. In accordance with the innovation, an invisible (or near invisible) levitation means (e.g., string, thread, etc.) can be used to create the illusion of a levitating and/or spinning playing card. The levitation means can be pre-attached or fixedly attached to an ear piece that is configured to fit over and behind a user's ear. Further, an illumination system can be provided in connection with the levitation illusion system. Moreover, spinning aides can be provided to assist a user in rotating or spinning a levitation item (e.g., card).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20140071661
    Abstract: One or more embodiments of techniques or systems for generating illumination or enabling an illumination within a liquid (e.g., a sports or energy drink), container, straw, accents (e.g., drink cubes), etc. are provided. A vessel or container can illuminate a fluid that employs ultraviolet (UV) powder or other illuminable substances. In one or more aspects, a black light source can be provided in a base of a vessel, such as a cup or bottle. In others, the black light sources can be included within a stir stick, straw, vessel insulator/wrap, freezer treat stick, or cooling elements (e.g., faux ice cubes). In this way, one or more aspects or elements associated with a drink (e.g., serving platter, container, straw, lid, beverage, drink cubes) can be illuminated, thereby enhancing a user's beverage experience.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20140064694
    Abstract: One or more systems or methods for providing a multimedia content card are provided. A multimedia content card can display one or more portions of multimedia content. In one or more embodiments, the multimedia content card can be used as a business card or loaded with contact information, other pertinent data, or applications, for example. The multimedia content card can be configured to direct one or more behaviors for one or more devices. A development interface can be provided to design one or more functional features or one or more aesthetic features of the multimedia content card. The multimedia content card can be configured to display business content, professional networking content, product details, offers, promotions, sports content, greetings, invitations, etc. In this way, a multimedia content card may be provided with a versatile range of utilities or applications, for example.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20120232991
    Abstract: A system (and method) of providing a multi-media catalog (or other content, e.g., instructions) is provided. The catalog can be equipped with a multi-media system that includes video and/or audio. The multi-media system can be employed to advertise or otherwise inform a user of a product and/or service. Navigational buttons or switches are used to select content. Additionally, keypads, keyboards, voice recognition or the like is used to select appropriate content.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20120209669
    Abstract: Systems and methods that facilitates advertising of products are disclosed. Such a system can include a rendering component that visually displays an item of content associated with the product and a content management component that provides the item of content to the rendering component. The system can retrieve and display content by way of an on-board memory, Internet (or network) source, peer-to-peer source or the like. The content can be related to a product review, preview, instructions or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20120208650
    Abstract: A system and method of performing a mystical card flying illusion or ‘trick’ is provided. In accordance with the innovation, an invisible (or near invisible) levitation means (e.g., string, thread, etc.) can be used to create the illusion of a levitating and/or spinning playing card. The levitation means can be pre-attached or fixedly attached to an ear piece that is configured to fit over and behind a user's ear. Further, an illumination system can be provided in connection with the levitation illusion system. Moreover, spinning aides can be provided to assist a user in rotating or spinning a levitation item (e.g., card).
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Publication number: 20120209670
    Abstract: Systems and methods that facilitates advertising of products are disclosed. Such a system can include a rendering component that visually displays an item of content associated with the product and a content management component that provides the item of content to the rendering component. The system can retrieve and display content by way of an on-board memory, Internet (or network) source, peer-to-peer source or the like. The content can be related to a product review, preview, instructions or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2012
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D656768
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D656770
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D665192
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D665215
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D665216
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D665217
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D714268
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D726648
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Inventor: Carl Zealer
  • Patent number: D735684
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2015
    Inventor: Carl Zealer