Patents by Inventor Ellen Lasch
Ellen Lasch 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).
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Patent number: 8240574Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing an opaque, transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and/or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2011Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill-Webb, Judy Vigiletti, William J. Faenza, Jr.
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Publication number: 20110315775Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing an opaque, transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and/or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2011Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Webb, Judy Vigiletti, William J. Faenza, JR.
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Patent number: 8079514Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services are disclosed. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2 14 inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may include a pocket having characters embossed therein. Further, the metal-containing transaction card may include a fill panel disposed within the pocket. The metal may be titanium or stainless steel.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2011Date of Patent: December 20, 2011Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill-Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 8033474Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing an opaque, transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and/or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2010Date of Patent: October 11, 2011Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill-Webb, Judy Vigiletti, William J. Faenza, Jr.
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Publication number: 20110226858Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services are disclosed. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2 14 inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may include a pocket having characters embossed therein. Further, the metal-containing transaction card may include a fill panel disposed within the pocket. The metal may be titanium or stainless steel.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2011Publication date: September 22, 2011Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7971786Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services are disclosed. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2 14 inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may include a pocket having characters embossed therein. Further, the metal-containing transaction card may include a fill panel disposed within the pocket. The metal may be titanium or stainless steel.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2010Date of Patent: July 5, 2011Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill-Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7892371Abstract: Transaction cards are provided wherein the foldable transaction cards have internal hinge material disposed within the foldable transaction card and fold lines for folding the transaction cards. In addition, foldable transaction card systems are provided, whereby transaction cards, having the internal hinge material, are provided within housings, cases or carriers. Moreover, methods of making foldable transaction cards are provided.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2008Date of Patent: February 22, 2011Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Priscilla Gandel, Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Publication number: 20110031318Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing an opaque, transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and/or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2010Publication date: February 10, 2011Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Webb, Judy Vigiletti, William J. Faenza, JR.
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Publication number: 20110031317Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services are disclosed. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2 14 inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may include a pocket having characters embossed therein. Further, the metal-containing transaction card may include a fill panel disposed within the pocket. The metal may be titanium or stainless steel.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2010Publication date: February 10, 2011Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7837118Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing an opaque, transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and/or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2009Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill-Webb, Judy Vigiletti, William J. Faenza, Jr.
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Patent number: 7819310Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services are disclosed. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2 14 inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may include a pocket having characters embossed therein. Further, the metal-containing transaction card may include a fill panel disposed within the pocket. The metal may be titanium or stainless steel.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2009Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill-Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Publication number: 20090242637Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing an opaque, transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and/or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2009Publication date: October 1, 2009Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Webb, Judy Vigiletti, William J. Faenza, Jr.
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Publication number: 20090230195Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services are disclosed. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2 14 inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may include a pocket having characters embossed therein. Further, the metal-containing transaction card may include a fill panel disposed within the pocket. The metal may be titanium or stainless steel.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2009Publication date: September 17, 2009Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7588184Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services, and methods of making the same are provided. The metal-containing transaction card may have a magnetic stripe, an embedded microchip, a signature panel, a holographic image, or any other feature typically contained on or within a transaction card. The transaction cards have at least one layer of metal with, optionally, other layers of substrates, such as thermoplastic polymers, other metals or adhesives. In addition, the metal-containing transaction card may be anodized, coated, or laser-engraved. Preferably, the metal is titanium or stainless steel.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2005Date of Patent: September 15, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Priscilla Gandel, Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: 7540426Abstract: Transaction cards are provided, wherein said foldable transaction cards have internal hinge material disposed within the foldable transaction card and fold lines for folding the transaction cards. In addition, foldable transaction card systems are provided, whereby transaction cards, having the internal hinge material, are provided within housings, cases or carriers. Moreover, methods of making foldable transaction cards are provided.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2006Date of Patent: June 2, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Priscilla Gandel, Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: 7530491Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services, and methods of making the same are provided. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3 ? inches by about 2 ¼ inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may have a magnetic stripe, an embedded microchip, a signature panel, a holographic image, or any other feature typically contained on or within a transaction card. The transaction cards have at least one layer of metal with, optionally, other layers of substrates, such as thermoplastic polymers, other metals or adhesives. In addition, the metal-containing transaction card may be anodized, coated, or laser-engraved. Preferably, the metal is titanium or stainless steel.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2003Date of Patent: May 12, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7520439Abstract: Convenient transaction cards are provided that may be attached or interconnected with portable electronic devices, such as, for example, cellular telephones, PDAs, MP3 players, the iPod™ digital music device, and other like portable electronic music devices. The transaction cards may be foldable to provide for convenient storage and access of the transaction card when utilized. In addition, the transaction cards may be provided within a case or a housing that may be removable from the electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2007Date of Patent: April 21, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Priscilla Gandel, Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: 7494057Abstract: Metal-containing transaction cards, useful for the purchase of goods and/or services, and methods of making the same are provided. The metal-containing transaction cards may be standard-sized (i.e., about 3? inches by about 2¼ inches) or any other size yet still usable as a transaction card. Moreover, the metal-containing transaction card may have a magnetic stripe, an embedded microchip, a signature panel, a holographic image, or any other feature typically contained on or within a transaction card. The transaction cards have at least one layer of metal with, optionally, other layers of substrates, such as thermoplastic polymers, other metals or adhesives. In addition, the metal-containing transaction card may be anodized, coated, or laser-engraved. Preferably, the metal is titanium or stainless steel.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2007Date of Patent: February 24, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Publication number: 20090014110Abstract: Transaction cards are provided wherein the foldable transaction cards have internal hinge material disposed within the foldable transaction card and fold lines for folding the transaction cards. In addition, foldable transaction card systems are provided, whereby transaction cards, having the internal hinge material, are provided within housings, cases or carriers. Moreover, methods of making foldable transaction cards are provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: January 15, 2009Applicant: American Express Travel related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Priscilla Gandel, Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Webb
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Patent number: D593600Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2004Date of Patent: June 2, 2009Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb