Patents by Inventor Christopher Gaussen

Christopher Gaussen 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: 20050179199
    Abstract: A jig-saw puzzle is disclosed which when assembled, forms a 3-dimensional object defining at least two intersecting surfaces. The puzzle is formed from a plurality of interlocking pieces most of which are substantially identical to standard jig saw pieces of a traditional jigsaw puzzle, but at least some of which are transition pieces and are hinged such that part of the piece is co-planar with one of the intersecting surfaces and the other part is co-planar with the other intersecting surface. The pieces may be plastic or cardboard. Where they are formed from a sheet of material they are preferably cut out with a laser to ensure a tight interference fit between pieces to maintain the structural integrity of the assembled puzzle. Alternatively they may be injection moulded in plastic. Thus, a 3 dimensional object can be formed from jigsaw pieces which generally maintain the identify and familiarity of the pieces of a traditional jig-saw puzzle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2003
    Publication date: August 18, 2005
    Inventor: Christopher Gaussen