Patents by Inventor Keith Allison
Keith Allison 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: 11813887Abstract: The technology described herein relates to a system and device for saturating an absorbent wicking nib with colored ink supplied by an ink pad having a well configured to receive a portion of the sidewall of the nib. Different colors of ink can be transferred to different portions of the nib sidewall to result in a multicolor marker nib.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2022Date of Patent: November 14, 2023Assignee: CRAYOLA LLCInventors: Craig Skinner, Scott Collins, Richard Kuiken, Anthony P. Monzo, Jake Towne, Keith Allison
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Publication number: 20230027704Abstract: The technology described herein relates to a system and device for saturating an absorbent wicking nib with colored ink supplied by an ink pad having a well configured to receive a portion of the sidewall of the nib. Different colors of ink can be transferred to different portions of the nib sidewall to result in a multicolor marker nib.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2022Publication date: January 26, 2023Inventors: CRAIG SKINNER, SCOTT COLLINS, RICHARD KUIKEN, ANTHONY P. MONZO, JAKE TOWNE, KEITH ALLISON
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Patent number: 11472219Abstract: The technology described herein relates to a system and device for saturating an absorbent wicking nib with at least two inks transferred from at least two ink donor structures, to provide a multicolor marker nib. In aspects, a wicking nib device is configured to orient the saturated marking nibs of two different-colored, saturated marker nibs directly adjacent opposing side portions of a porous wicking nib, such that the porous wicking nib simultaneously wicks ink from both contacted marker nibs to create a dual-color marking nib. The wicking nib device may include an aperture for viewing the wicking action.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2021Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Assignee: CRAYOLA LLCInventors: Craig Skinner, Scott Collins, Richard Kuiken, Anthony P. Monzo, Jake Towne, Keith Allison
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Patent number: 11377389Abstract: An apparatus, kit, and methods for forming a bead between bead-forming blocks having internal bead-forming channels are provided. The bead-forming channels of adjacent bead-forming blocks are slidably engaged to manipulate a measured amount of modeling compound between the bead-forming blocks and within an internal space between the opposing channels. In one embodiment, the bead-forming blocks maintain orientation with respect to an axis of travel based on a block guide. Further, the measured amount of modeling compound is determined using an integrated measuring feature coupled to at least one of the pair of bead-forming blocks. The internal volume of an integrated measuring feature corresponds to a threshold amount of modeling compound for manipulating between the pair of blocks and forming a bead while contacting at least a portion of the mated bead-forming channels. In further aspects, a molded bead may be coated with a multicomponent bead-coating mixture.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2020Date of Patent: July 5, 2022Assignee: Crayola LLCInventors: Roseld V. Laguatan, Keith Allison
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Publication number: 20220136691Abstract: The present application describes a heated light pad. The heated light pad includes housing including a top cover having a work surface and a bottom cover enclosing a housing interior. A light source and a heater are each disposed in the housing interior. The light source is structured and arranged to illuminate the work surface, and wherein the heater is structured and arranged to heat the work surface. According to an example, the light source and the heater are operable simultaneously and independently of one another.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2021Publication date: May 5, 2022Inventors: David Wheatley, Keith Allison, Micah Leong, Maya Groscurth
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Publication number: 20210331513Abstract: The technology described herein relates to a system and device for saturating an absorbent wicking nib with at least two inks transferred from at least two ink donor structures, to provide a multicolor marker nib. In aspects, a wicking nib device is configured to orient the saturated marking nibs of two different-colored, saturated marker nibs directly adjacent opposing side portions of a porous wicking nib, such that the porous wicking nib simultaneously wicks ink from both contacted marker nibs to create a dual-color marking nib. The wicking nib device may include an aperture for viewing the wicking action.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2021Publication date: October 28, 2021Applicant: Crayola LLCInventors: Craig Skinner, Scott Collins, Richard Kuiken, Anthony P. Monzo, Jake Towne, Keith Allison
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Publication number: 20210129576Abstract: A thermoplastic writing composition includes at least one particulate filler including one or more of days, silicates, or carbonates, at least one thermoplastic binder material including one or more of high density polyethylene, polypropylene, and styrene, one or more waxes chosen from soy wax, paraffin wax, and beeswax, at least one colorant, and optionally, at least one surfactant.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2017Publication date: May 6, 2021Applicant: Crayola LLCInventors: Keith Allison, Victor Hugo Bedoya
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Publication number: 20200255336Abstract: An apparatus, kit, and methods for forming a bead between bead-forming blocks having internal bead-forming channels are provided. The bead-forming channels of adjacent bead-forming blocks are slidably engaged to manipulate a measured amount of modeling compound between the bead-forming blocks and within an internal space between the opposing channels. In one embodiment, the bead-forming blocks maintain orientation with respect to an axis of travel based on a block guide. Further, the measured amount of modeling compound is determined using an integrated measuring feature coupled to at least one of the pair of bead-forming blocks. The internal volume of an integrated measuring feature corresponds to a threshold amount of modeling compound for manipulating between the pair of blocks and forming a bead while contacting at least a portion of the mated bead-forming channels. In further aspects, a molded bead may be coated with a multicomponent bead-coating mixture.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2020Publication date: August 13, 2020Applicant: Crayola LLCInventors: Roseld V. Laguatan, Keith Allison
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Patent number: 10669206Abstract: An apparatus, kit, and methods for forming a bead between bead-forming blocks having internal bead-forming channels are provided. The bead-forming channels of adjacent bead-forming blocks are slidably engaged to manipulate a measured amount of modeling compound between the bead-forming blocks and within an internal space between the opposing channels. In one embodiment, the bead-forming blocks maintain orientation with respect to an axis of travel based on a block guide. Further, the measured amount of modeling compound is determined using an integrated measuring feature coupled to at least one of the pair of bead-forming blocks. The internal volume of an integrated measuring feature corresponds to a threshold amount of modeling compound for manipulating between the pair of blocks and forming a bead while contacting at least a portion of the mated bead-forming channels. In further aspects, a molded bead may be coated with a multicomponent bead-coating mixture.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2016Date of Patent: June 2, 2020Assignee: Crayola LLCInventors: Keith Allison, Roseld V. Laguatan
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Publication number: 20170128979Abstract: An apparatus, kit, and methods for forming a bead between bead-forming blocks having internal bead-forming channels are provided. The bead-forming channels of adjacent bead-forming blocks are slidably engaged to manipulate a measured amount of modeling compound between the bead-forming blocks and within an internal space between the opposing channels. In one embodiment, the bead-forming blocks maintain orientation with respect to an axis of travel based on a block guide. Further, the measured amount of modeling compound is determined using an integrated measuring feature coupled to at least one of the pair of bead-forming blocks. The internal volume of an integrated measuring feature corresponds to a threshold amount of modeling compound for manipulating between the pair of blocks and forming a bead while contacting at least a portion of the mated bead-forming channels. In further aspects, a molded bead may be coated with a multicomponent bead-coating mixture.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2016Publication date: May 11, 2017Applicant: Crayola LLCInventors: Keith Allison, Roseld V. Laguatan
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Publication number: 20170129136Abstract: An apparatus, kit, and method for forming a bead between bead-forming blocks having internal bead-forming channels are provided. The bead-forming channels of adjacent bead-forming blocks are slidably engaged to manipulate a measured amount of modeling compound between the bead-forming blocks and within an internal space between the opposing channels. In one embodiment, the bead-forming blocks maintain orientation with respect to an axis of travel based on a block guide. Further, the measured amount of modeling compound is determined using an integrated measuring feature coupled to at least one of the pair of bead-forming blocks. The internal volume of an integrated measuring feature corresponds to a threshold amount of modeling compound for manipulating between the pair of blocks and forming a bead while contacting at least a portion of the mated bead-forming channels. In further aspects, a molded bead may be coated with a multicomponent bead-coating mixture.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2016Publication date: May 11, 2017Inventors: ROSELD V. LAGUATAN, KEITH ALLISON
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Patent number: 9501655Abstract: A multi-functional device is attached to a secure network and includes a control circuit. The control circuit receives indications as to whether a user is authenticated to use the multi-functional device and in response, generates and sends a control signal to the multi-functional device. As long as the multi-functional device continues to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device remains in an operational mode to allow the authenticated user to access the multi-functional device functions. If the multi-functional device ceases to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device deactivates itself.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2016Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Assignee: Systel Business Equipment Co., Inc.Inventor: Dennis Keith Allison
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Publication number: 20160246975Abstract: A multi-functional device is attached to a secure network and includes a control circuit. The control circuit receives indications as to whether a user is authenticated to use the multi-functional device and in response, generates and sends a control signal to the multi-functional device. As long as the multi-functional device continues to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device remains in an operational mode to allow the authenticated user to access the multi-functional device functions. If the multi-functional device ceases to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device deactivates itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2016Publication date: August 25, 2016Inventor: Dennis Keith Allison
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Patent number: 9349017Abstract: A multi-functional device is attached to a secure network and includes a control circuit. The control circuit receives indications as to whether a user is authenticated to use the multi-functional device and in response, generates and sends a control signal to the multi-functional device. As long as the multi-functional device continues to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device remains in an operational mode to allow the authenticated user to access the multi-functional device functions. If the multi-functional device ceases to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device deactivates itself.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2015Date of Patent: May 24, 2016Assignee: Systel Business Equipment Co., Inc.Inventor: Dennis Keith Allison
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Patent number: 9321927Abstract: An enhanced washability ink composition has enhanced rinsability and/or washability from fabric, walls, or skin. The composition may comprise about 70 wt % to about 95 wt % water; about 5 wt % to about 35 wt % one or more sugars (e.g., dextrins); about 1 wt % to about 40 wt % one or more optional dye blockers; about 0.1 wt % to about 15 wt % one or more dyes; and one or more optional additives. The rinsable ink composition is usable in a variety of instruments, including markers or pens. A method for making the rinsable ink composition comprises dissolving one or more sugars (e.g., dextrins) in water to form a sugar solution; subsequently adding one or more dyes to the sugar solution to form a sugar-dye solution; and subsequently adding one or more optional dye blockers to the sugar-dye solution.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2014Date of Patent: April 26, 2016Assignee: Crayola LLCInventors: Keith Allison, Craig Skinner
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Publication number: 20160063262Abstract: A multi-functional device is attached to a secure network and includes a control circuit. The control circuit receives indications as to whether a user is authenticated to use the multi-functional device and in response, generates and sends a control signal to the multi-functional device. As long as the multi-functional device continues to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device remains in an operational mode to allow the authenticated user to access the multi-functional device functions. If the multi-functional device ceases to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device deactivates itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2015Publication date: March 3, 2016Inventor: Dennis Keith Allison
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Patent number: 9177166Abstract: A multi-functional device is attached to a secure network and includes a control circuit. The control circuit receives indications as to whether a user is authenticated to use the multi-functional device and in response, generates and sends a control signal to the multi-functional device. As long as the multi-functional device continues to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device remains in an operational mode to allow the authenticated user to access the multi-functional device functions. If the multi-functional device ceases to receive the control signal, the multi-functional device deactivates itself.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2014Date of Patent: November 3, 2015Assignee: Systel Business Equipment Co., Inc.Inventor: Dennis Keith Allison
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Patent number: D954320Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2020Date of Patent: June 7, 2022Assignee: Siser NAInventors: David Wheatley, Keith Allison, Micah Leong, Maya Groscurth
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Patent number: D968682Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2020Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: Siser NAInventors: David Wheatley, Keith Allison, Micah Leong, Maya Groscurth
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Patent number: D976096Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2020Date of Patent: January 24, 2023Assignee: SISER NAInventor: Keith Allison