Patents by Inventor Eric N. Cress

Eric N. Cress 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: 6751899
    Abstract: A molded unibody plastic display frame accepts and borders a photograph or similar media. The frame includes a media insertion slot and holds a picture, or other thin and flat media, with a traditional framing border around the media when it is inserted into the frame. Preferred features include an integral stand/and or hangers. Geometry of the preferred frame permits it to be formed in a single plastic mold injection. A preferred stand moves about a living hinge defined in a backing portion, and includes locking portions to lock it into a predetermined angle. Other optional features include interconnection structures such as male posts and female cups formed at frame edges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2004
    Inventors: Eric N. Cress, Girard G. Phillips
  • Publication number: 20020133995
    Abstract: A molded unibody plastic display frame accepts and borders a photograph or similar media. The frame includes a media insertion slot and holds a picture, or other thin and flat media, with a traditional framing border around the media when it is inserted into the frame. Preferred features include an integral stand/and or hangers. Geometry of the preferred frame permits it to be formed in a single plastic mold injection. A preferred stand moves about a living hinge defined in a backing portion, and includes locking portions to lock it into a predetermined angle. Other optional features include interconnection structures such as male posts and female cups formed at frame edges.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2002
    Publication date: September 26, 2002
    Inventors: Eric N. Cress, Girard G. Phillips