Patents by Inventor Dean Thomas Mercier

Dean Thomas Mercier 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: 20240325936
    Abstract: A portable gaining monitor is configured for use with a portable video game unit that includes a base with a first screen, a processor, and a first controller detachably coupled to the base. The portable gaming monitor includes a housing and a gaming unit dock configured to receive the portable video game unit. The portable gaming monitor further includes a second screen positioned on the housing and being operably connected to the portable video game unit when the portable video game unit is received by the gaming unit dock. The portable gaming monitor also includes a first interface configured to detachably coupled the first controller to the housing. The first controller is in communication with the portable video game unit when the first controller is coupled to the first interface, and the portable video game unit when the portable video game unit is received by the gaming unit dock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2022
    Publication date: October 3, 2024
    Applicant: UPSWITCH, LLC
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, John Smith
  • Publication number: 20200222816
    Abstract: Generally described, aspects of the disclosed subject matter are directed to portable gaming, entertainment, and media cases. The case generally includes an enclosure having a base and a lid hingedly coupled to the base. The lid includes a video display and is pivotable between an open position, such that the display is viewable, and a closed position. The enclosure includes a retaining bracket to form a console chamber partially surrounding and retain a gaming, media, or other console. The case includes one or more interface panels with communication ports accessible with the lid in the open position. The enclosure may be configured to maintain electrical communication between the first interface panel and the video display while the lid pivots between the open and closed positions. The enclosure may include a power supply for providing electrical power to at least one of the video display, the interface panels, and the console.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2020
    Publication date: July 16, 2020
    Applicant: G.A.E.M.S, INC.
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Chris Apland
  • Patent number: 10252153
    Abstract: A portable gaming and entertainment system (or “environment”) for use with a game console and related components that allows the user thereof to easily, safely and conveniently transport the system. The system comprises a case having a lid pivotally attached to a base. One or more custom inserts are provided to securely receive the game console therein. The custom inserts permit the system to be usable with a variety of supported game consoles. The lid includes a monitor and speakers, and is operative to be opened and maintained at a position to provide a desirable viewing angle for a user. The lid closes against the base to enclose the game console and other related components so that the user may easily transport and/or store the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: G.A.E.M.S., Inc.
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Parker Chou, Ryan Moore
  • Patent number: 10051751
    Abstract: A display device with a support member selectively converted between a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, and a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. A mounting apparatus may be mounted on a rear side of a display device that has a support member selectively convertable to be a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, or a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. The support member has an internal swivel assembly that guides the support member along a fixed path between a support stand mode and a carrying handle mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2018
    Assignee: G.A.E.M.S, Inc.
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Kevin O'Doherty
  • Patent number: 9855507
    Abstract: A portable gaming and entertainment system (or “environment”) for use with a game console and related components that allows the user thereof to easily, safely and conveniently transport the system. The system comprises a case having a lid pivotally attached to a base. One or more custom inserts are provided to securely receive the game console therein. The custom inserts permit the system to be usable with a variety of supported game consoles. The lid includes a monitor and speakers, and is operative to be opened and maintained at a position to provide a desirable viewing angle for a user. The lid closes against the base to enclose the game console and other related components so that the user may easily transport and/or store the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2018
    Assignee: G.A.E.M.S., Inc.
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Parker Chou, Ryan Moore
  • Publication number: 20170333787
    Abstract: A portable gaming and entertainment system (or “environment”) for use with a game console and related components that allows the user thereof to easily, safely and conveniently transport the system. The system comprises a case having a lid pivotally attached to a base. One or more custom inserts are provided to securely receive the game console therein. The custom inserts permit the system to be usable with a variety of supported game consoles. The lid includes a monitor and speakers, and is operative to be opened and maintained at a position to provide a desirable viewing angle for a user. The lid closes against the base to enclose the game console and other related components so that the user may easily transport and/or store the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2017
    Publication date: November 23, 2017
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Parker Chou, Ryan Moore
  • Publication number: 20170189801
    Abstract: A portable gaming and entertainment system (or “environment”) for use with a game console and related components that allows the user thereof to easily, safely and conveniently transport the system. The system comprises a case having a lid pivotally attached to a base. One or more custom inserts are provided to securely receive the game console therein. The custom inserts permit the system to be usable with a variety of supported game consoles. The lid includes a monitor and speakers, and is operative to be opened and maintained at a position to provide a desirable viewing angle for a user. The lid closes against the base to enclose the game console and other related components so that the user may easily transport and/or store the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2017
    Publication date: July 6, 2017
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Parker Chou, Ryan Moore
  • Publication number: 20170135235
    Abstract: A display device with a support member selectively converted between a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, and a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. A mounting apparatus may be mounted on a rear side of a display device that has a support member selectively convertable to be a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, or a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. The support member has an internal swivel assembly that guides the support member along a fixed path between a support stand mode and a carrying handle mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Publication date: May 11, 2017
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Kevin O'Doherty
  • Patent number: 9591778
    Abstract: A display device with a support member selectively converted between a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, and a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. A mounting apparatus may be mounted on a rear side of a display device that has a support member selectively convertable to be a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, or a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. The support member has an internal swivel assembly that guides the support member along a fixed path between a support stand mode and a carrying handle mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2017
    Assignee: G.A.E.M.S., Inc.
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Kevin O'Doherty
  • Publication number: 20170064852
    Abstract: A display device with a support member selectively converted between a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, and a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. A mounting apparatus may be mounted on a rear side of a display device that has a support member selectively convertable to be a support stand for supporting the display device for viewing, or a carrying handle for conveniently carrying the display device. The support member has an internal swivel assembly that guides the support member along a fixed path between a support stand mode and a carrying handle mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2015
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Kevin O'Doherty
  • Publication number: 20110092294
    Abstract: A portable gaming and entertainment system for use with a game console and related components that allows the user thereof to easily, safely and conveniently transport the system. The system comprises a case having a lid pivotally attached to a base. An insert in both the lid and base define a plurality of compartments. The base has a console compartment that protects the game console, a component tray for storing controllers and game and/or movie disks, a power unit compartment that has a power unit to supply power to the components and a compartment for wires and cables. The lid has a monitor compartment for a monitor and a speaker area having one or more speakers. The lid closes against the base to enclose the game console and other components. When pivoted open, the angle of the lid can be adjusted to change the viewing angle of the monitor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2009
    Publication date: April 21, 2011
    Inventor: Dean Thomas Mercier
  • Patent number: D728031
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: G.A.E.M.S., Inc.
    Inventors: Dean Thomas Mercier, Kevin O'Doherty
  • Patent number: D1017702
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Assignee: UpSwitch, LLC
    Inventors: Kevin O'Doherty, Dean Thomas Mercier, John Smith