Patents by Inventor Jamie MacBain

Jamie MacBain 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: 20190328126
    Abstract: A multipurpose table may include an inner recessed area having a floor, a ledge around at least a portion of the perimeter of the table, and one or more rails between the floor and the ledge. The floor may be adjustable between various heights. A plurality of table covers may rest on the rails and be flush with the ledge. Table accessories may include attachment mechanisms for securing the accessories to the ledge. The attachment mechanisms may include stops insertable through a top surface of the table surface proximate the rail, and a cavity securable around the ledge. A stop receiver may also be positioned around the ledge and capable for receiving the stop.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2019
    Publication date: October 31, 2019
    Inventors: Jamie MacBain, Patrick Meyer
  • Patent number: 9061218
    Abstract: A toy track system configured to provide an infinite number of track layouts with varying levels. The toy track system includes track pieces, vertically-oriented support pieces configured to connect to the track pieces and provide the varying elevations of the track, and platforms configured to connect to the track pieces and provide support for destinations positioned adjacent to and/or over the track pieces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2015
    Assignee: TOMY INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Michael B. DiBartolo, Gary Aigner, Jamie MacBain, Jason A. Moreno
  • Patent number: 8783480
    Abstract: A toy train car including a coupler or hitch. The coupler includes a first connector (e.g., socket) configured to be connected to the train car and a second connector (e.g., ball) configured to be connected to the train car. The first connector can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. The second connector also can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. Each train car can include a first connector and a second connector. The first and second connectors are configured to couple together to link a plurality of train cars together.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: Learning Curve Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Jamie MacBain, Gary Aigner, Joe Chan, Michael Lichodziejewski, Joseph Gheith
  • Publication number: 20130284689
    Abstract: A toy train car including a coupler or hitch. The coupler includes a first connector (e.g., socket) configured to be connected to the train car and a second connector (e.g., ball) configured to be connected to the train car. The first connector can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. The second connector also can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. Each train car can include a first connector and a second connector. The first and second connectors are configured to couple together to link a plurality of train cars together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2013
    Publication date: October 31, 2013
    Inventors: Jamie MacBain, Gary Aigner, Joe Chan, Michael Lichodziejewski, Joseph Gheith
  • Patent number: 8469210
    Abstract: A toy train car including a coupler or hitch. The coupler includes a first connector (e.g., socket) configured to be connected to the train car and a second connector (e.g., ball) configured to be connected to the train car. The first connector can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. The second connector also can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. Each train car can include a first connector and a second connector. The first and second connectors are configured to couple together to link a plurality of train cars together.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2013
    Assignee: Learning Curve Brands, Inc.
    Inventors: Jamie MacBain, Gary Aigner, Joe Chan, Michael Lichodziejewski, Joseph Gheith
  • Publication number: 20130126628
    Abstract: A toy track system configured to provide an infinite number of track layouts with varying levels. The toy track system includes track pieces, vertically-oriented support pieces configured to connect to the track pieces and provide the varying elevations of the track, and platforms configured to connect to the track pieces and provide support for destinations positioned adjacent to and/or over the track pieces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Publication date: May 23, 2013
    Inventors: Michael B. DiBartolo, Gary Aigner, Jamie MacBain, Jason A. Moreno
  • Publication number: 20130045656
    Abstract: An interactive toy train system including a track layout, a plurality of vehicles configured to travel along the track, and a plurality of destinations removeably coupled to the track. The vehicles are configured to communicate with one another and the vehicles are further configured to communicate with one or more of the destinations. The system includes an infrared toy network having a network protocol, which determines who is present and who is not present thereby allowing multiple vehicles and destinations to converse intelligently and without interference.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2010
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Inventors: Gary Aigner, Jamie MacBain, Ronald G. Pace
  • Publication number: 20120199040
    Abstract: A toy train car including a coupler or hitch. The coupler includes a first connector (e.g., socket) configured to be connected to the train car and a second connector (e.g., ball) configured to be connected to the train car. The first connector can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. The second connector also can be positioned in the front or rear of the train car. Each train car can include a first connector and a second connector. The first and second connectors are configured to couple together to link a plurality of train cars together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2011
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: Jamie MacBain, Gary Aigner, Joe Chan, Michael Lichodziejewski, Joseph Gheith
  • Publication number: 20120062452
    Abstract: A handheld electronic device that promotes learning by movement The device includes software that guides the user through various activities via audio and visual cues. The user interacts with the handheld device with movement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2008
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Inventors: Jamie MacBain, Gary Aigner