Patents by Inventor Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
Lisa Ann Morrill Webb 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: 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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Patent number: 7721956Abstract: A transaction card system comprising a foldable transaction card and a foldable housing is disclosed. The foldable transaction card has a folded state and an unfolded state. The foldable housing for housing the foldable transaction card when the foldable transaction card is in a folded state, wherein the foldable housing further comprises a hinge for folding and closing the housing, wherein the second section of the foldable transaction card unfolds outside the housing when the housing is opened.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2008Date of Patent: May 25, 2010Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Troy Williams, Peter A. Vaughn, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Publication number: 20100025475Abstract: 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 preferably an infrared ink comprising an infrared phthalocyanine dye, an infrared phosphor, and a quantum dot energy transfer compound. The infrared ink can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2007Publication date: February 4, 2010Inventors: Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, William J. Faenza, JR.
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Publication number: 20090294543Abstract: A method of creating a single transaction card is disclosed and comprises embossing the single transaction card within a pocket to form embossed characters on a first surface of the single transaction card, filling the pocket with a fill panel to provide a substantially flush surface on a second surface of the single transaction card, wherein a third surface of the fill panel is in uniform, direct contact with an interior of the pocket. Another method is disclosed for machining a face pocket within a single transaction card and disposing a microchip therein. In various embodiments, a single transaction card is comprised of a continuous metal layer, such as, for example, titanium.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2009Publication date: December 3, 2009Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Stevan Varga, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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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: 20090039154Abstract: A transaction card system comprising a foldable transaction card and a foldable housing is disclosed. The foldable transaction card has a folded state and an unfolded state. The foldable housing for housing the foldable transaction card when the foldable transaction card is in a folded state, wherein the foldable housing further comprises a hinge for folding and closing the housing, wherein the second section of the foldable transaction card unfolds outside the housing when the housing is opened.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2008Publication date: February 12, 2009Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Troy Williams, Peter A. Vaughn, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Publication number: 20080314995Abstract: A method of making a transaction card comprising cutting a first sheet of metal to create a card body, cutting a second sheet of metal to create a back panel, applying an adhesive to said back panel and bonding said back panel to said card body.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2008Publication date: December 25, 2008Applicant: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Steven Varga, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: 7398931Abstract: A transaction card having one or more folds therein to provide a compact and easily stored transaction card is provided. Moreover, a foldable transaction card having one or more holes or apertures therein for holding a keychain, or other device for attaching the transaction card to another item, such as a set of keys, a wallet, or other item is provided. Other embodiments include spring-loaded clips on the foldable transaction cards and protective sleeves, housings or cases for full-sized and smaller-sized cards. In addition, methods of making foldable transaction cards are provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2007Date of Patent: July 15, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7383989Abstract: Transaction cards having one or more folds therein to provide compact and easily stored transaction cards are provided. Moreover, foldable transaction cards are provided having one or more holes or apertures therein for holding key chains, or other devices for attaching the transaction cards to other items, such as sets of keys, wallets, or other items. Other embodiments include spring-loaded clips on the foldable transaction cards and protective sleeves, housings or cases for full-sized and smaller-sized cards. Still further, transaction card systems are provided comprising a case or housing for holding and/or storing foldable transaction cards therein.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2006Date of Patent: June 10, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel
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Patent number: 7347360Abstract: Transaction cards having one or more folds therein for compact and easily stored transaction cards are provided. Moreover, foldable transaction cards are provided having one or more holes or apertures therein for holding key chains, or other devices for attaching the transaction cards to other items, such as sets of keys, wallets, or other items. Other embodiments include spring-loaded clips on the foldable transaction cards and protective sleeves, housings or cases for full-sized and smaller-sized cards. Still further, transaction card systems are provided comprising a case or housing for holding and/or storing foldable transaction cards therein, such as foldable transaction cards having a dimension, such as a length dimension or a width dimension, that is smaller than traditionall-sized transaction cards.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2004Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb, Priscilla Gandel, Tracey R. Thomas
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Patent number: D569423Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2004Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: D572305Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2004Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: D578569Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2004Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill Webb
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Patent number: D579044Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2004Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc.Inventors: Ellen Lasch, Lisa Ann Morrill 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