Patents by Inventor Darrin G. Hegemier

Darrin G. Hegemier 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: 9462093
    Abstract: Various devices and methods are provided for personalizing an appearance of a consumer product (14, 54, 64, 84, 94, 1800). In one embodiment, a device for personalizing an appearance of a consumer product comprises a design element (13, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, 1804) having a substrate (1930) having a first image (1914) applied on a first side of the substrate; and a connector (11, 51, 61, 81, 91, 121, 131, 1802) in contact with the design element, wherein the connector has an opening and is configured to be removably connected to the consumer product, wherein at least a portion of the first image is directly visible to a user via the opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2016
    Assignee: Skinit Acquisition LLC
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Xin F. Mathers, Peter M. On, Yen F. Chang, Frank M. Tyneski, Terry Favish
  • Publication number: 20150111623
    Abstract: Various devices and methods are provided for personalizing an appearance of a consumer product (14, 54, 64, 84, 94, 1800). In one embodiment, a device for personalizing an appearance of a consumer product comprises a design element (13, 53, 63, 73, 83, 93, 103, 113, 123, 1804) having a substrate (1930) having a first image (1914) applied on a first side of the substrate; and a connector (11, 51, 61, 81, 91, 121, 131, 1802) in contact with the design element, wherein the connector has an opening and is configured to be removably connected to the consumer product, wherein at least a portion of the first image is directly visible to a user via the opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2012
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Applicant: SKIN-IT, INC.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Xin F. Mathers, Peter M. On, Yen F. Chang, Frank M. Tyneski, Terry Favish
  • Publication number: 20120310768
    Abstract: An order fulfillment and content management system and method configured to fulfill a product order for a customized cover for a consumer product. In various embodiments, an order can be placed for a cover in an on-demand nature. In other words, a user can select and customize a cover over a network and the resulting cover is manufactured in accordance with that order. Furthermore, various processes can be integrated and moved in concert with one another to provide an efficient and timely fulfillment of the order. The system can also have several stake holders that can quickly review and identify any problems in an order and arrive at a quick resolution path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Applicant: SKINIT, INC.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20120100327
    Abstract: Adhesive covers and related methods for covering a surface of a device are provided. In one implementation, the adhesive cover comprises a base layer comprising vinyl or polyolefin, a primer layer applied to a surface of the base layer, a print layer applied to the primer layer, wherein the print layer comprises a design, a top layer comprising an over laminate and applied over the print layer, and a bottom layer adhered to the base layer comprising an adhesive configured to adhere the adhesive cover to a device. The primer layer improves adhesion of the print layer to the base layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2011
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Applicant: SKINIT, INC.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Patent number: 8110268
    Abstract: A personalized adhesive cover for a consumer device includes multiple layers. In one implementation, an adhesive cover includes a top laminate layer adhered to a base layer that is adhered to a bottom adhesive layer. The base layer is treated to facilitate acceptance of a personalized design applied to the middle layer. The adhesive cover is contoured to partially or completely cover one or more sides of a consumer device. The cover can include one or more separate pieces, apertures and cutouts, for example, so that the cover does not interfere with the functions of a device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2012
    Assignee: Skinit, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20110282476
    Abstract: Systems and methods are described herein relating to managing an on-demand manufacturing supply chain personalization process. In some embodiments, the management system and method is described in order to manufacturing customized products according to image and customization data with images applied to parts using a post mold image application process. In other embodiments, customized products are defined by electronic orders that specify product manufacturing data including imagery to be applied to the products. In other embodiments, manufacturing methods are described in which an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or an original design manufacturer (ODM) leverages use of an on demand customizing entity in the manufacturing supply chain. In other embodiments, customized products are described in which imagery spans across multiple components of the products. In other embodiments, re-usable tracking devices and scheduling processes based on filtered options are additionally described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: November 17, 2011
    Applicant: SKINIT, INC.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn, David M. Peace, Frank M. Tyneski
  • Patent number: 8021732
    Abstract: Customizable adhesive covers for fishing lures are provided. In one implementation, an adhesive cover includes a top laminate layer adhered to a base layer that is adhered to a bottom adhesive layer. The base layer is treated to facilitate acceptance of a personalized design applied to the middle layer. The adhesive cover is contoured to partially or completely cover one or more sides of a fishing lure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2011
    Assignee: Skinit, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn, Paul A. Buss
  • Patent number: 7895091
    Abstract: An order fulfillment and content management system and method configured to fulfill a product order for a customized adhesive cover (“skin”). In various embodiments, an order can be placed for a skin in an on-demand nature. In other words, a user can select and customize a skin over a network and the resulting skin is manufactured in accordance with that order. Furthermore, various processes can be integrated and moved in concert with one another to provide an efficient and timely fulfillment of the order. The system can also have several stake holders that can quickly review and identify any problems in an order and arrive at a quick resolution path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2011
    Assignee: Skinit, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20110040643
    Abstract: An order fulfillment and content management system and method configured to fulfill a product order for a customized adhesive cover (“skin”). In various embodiments, an order can be placed for a skin in an on-demand nature. In other words, a user can select and customize a skin over a network and the resulting skin is manufactured in accordance with that order. Furthermore, various processes can be integrated and moved in concert with one another to provide an efficient and timely fulfillment of the order. The system can also have several stake holders that can quickly review and identify any problems in an order and arrive at a quick resolution path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2010
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Applicant: Skinit, Inc.
    Inventors: Darrin G. HEGEMIER, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20090122329
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and apparatus for creating an interactive interface allowing a user to create a virtual design on-screen. Specifications of the design created by the user may be subsequently transmitted to a server for high-resolution rendering and printing on an adhesive appliqué or other material adapted to receive print. In some embodiments, the created product is adapted to fit a particular device, such as a cell phone, laptop, personal digital assistant, snowboard, boat, or motor vehicle. Alternatively, the printed product can be adhesively applied to a portion of a wall, a window, or upon the side of a building. In one embodiment, the interactive interface allows the user to create their own personalized product by using a combination of images, colors, text, and shapes, specified for a particular CAD that will print onto an adhesive skin. In this manner, the adhesive skin can be made to look exactly like the finished product of a personally customized design presented on a computer screen.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2008
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Applicant: SKINIT, INC.
    Inventors: Darrin G. HEGEMIER, Darryl R. KUHN, David Marc PEACE, Sean Richard POWELL
  • Publication number: 20080233326
    Abstract: A personalized adhesive cover for a consumer device includes multiple layers. In one implementation, an adhesive cover includes a top laminate layer adhered to a base layer that is adhered to a bottom adhesive layer. The base layer is treated to facilitate acceptance of a personalized design applied to the middle layer. The adhesive cover is contoured to partially or completely cover one or more sides of a consumer device. The cover can include one or more separate pieces, apertures and cutouts, for example, so that the cover does not interfere with the functions of a device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2007
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventors: Darrin G. Hegemier, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20080154750
    Abstract: An order fulfillment and content management system and method configured to fulfill a product order for a customized adhesive cover (“skin”). In various embodiments, an order can be placed for a skin in an on-demand nature. In other words, a user can select and customize a skin over a network and the resulting skin is manufactured in accordance with that order. Furthermore, various processes can be integrated and moved in concert with one another to provide an efficient and timely fulfillment of the order. The system can also have several stake holders that can quickly review and identify any problems in an order and arrive at a quick resolution path.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Inventors: Darrin G. HEGEMIER, Darryl R. Kuhn
  • Publication number: 20080104880
    Abstract: Customizable adhesive covers for fishing lures are provided. In one implementation, an adhesive cover includes a top laminate layer adhered to a base layer that is adhered to a bottom adhesive layer. The base layer is treated to facilitate acceptance of a personalized design applied to the middle layer. The adhesive cover is contoured to partially or completely cover one or more sides of a fishing lure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2007
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Inventors: Darrin G. HEGEMIER, Darryl R. Kuhn, Paul A. Buss