Patents by Inventor James B. Lakey

James B. Lakey 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).

  • Applied camera composition guide
    Patent number: 7983553
    Abstract: A camera and camera insert having an improved crop area on a composition guide. The composition guide can be molded into the insert, such as a camera screen, and/or alternatively printed or painted thereon. The crop area can be horizontal and/or vertically oriented and/or provide an ability to identify both 8×10 as well as wallet sized images depending upon the embodiment utilized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2011
    Inventor: James B. Lakey
  • Camera composition guide
    Patent number: 7672581
    Abstract: A camera and camera insert having an improved crop area either on a crop guide or otherwise provided on a display. The composition guide can be molded into the insert, such as a camera screen, or alternatively printed or painted thereon. The crop area can be horizontal and/or vertically oriented and/or provide an ability to identify both 8×10 as well as wallet sized images depending upon the embodiment utilized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Inventor: James B. Lakey
  • Camera having improved camera cushion and seal
    Patent number: 7654754
    Abstract: A silicon-like resilient member is utilized for at least one of a mirror cushion and a light seal. This new member is believed to resist flaking and other problems associated with traditional foam members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2010
    Inventor: James B. Lakey