Patents by Inventor Mark L. Schuleman

Mark L. Schuleman 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: 8648291
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Patent number: 8461506
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Publication number: 20120236268
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Patent number: 8193480
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Patent number: 7923675
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Publication number: 20110075114
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2010
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Publication number: 20100245995
    Abstract: A projection screen for use in a projection system that includes an image source, such as a projector, is substantially flexible. In one embodiment, the projection screen includes a film to provide stiffness to the projection screen. In some embodiments, the film may be substantially self-supporting, thereby allowing for easier manipulating of the projection screen, such as when the projection screen is coupled to an application surface. In other embodiments, the projection screen includes a repositionable adhesive. The repositionable adhesive aids the coupling of the projection screen to a desired position on the application surface. For example, a user may couple the projection screen to the application surface in a first position, and, while the projection screen is still coupled to the application surface, adjust the position of the projection screen to a second position, such as by sliding the projection screen between the first and second positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2008
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Applicant: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael L. Graetz, Mark L. Schuleman, Thomas R. Gehring, Andrew J. Piepel
  • Publication number: 20080304018
    Abstract: A projection system includes a projection screen defining a shape and a projector configured to project an image onto the projection screen. The projector may project a static or dynamic image that has substantially the same shape as the projection screen or otherwise block portions of the projected image that are projected outside of the projection screen with the aid of a virtual mask. The virtual mask and the projection screen may be created based on a virtual shape template that defines the desired shape for the projection screen, such as with a vector outline. In some embodiments, the virtual mask and the projection screen are created based on the same virtual shape template. The virtual shape template may define a cutting path for extracting the projection screen from a suitable material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2008
    Publication date: December 11, 2008
    Inventors: Brett C. Tanis-Likkel, Vincent S. Peddle, Mark L. Schuleman, Michael L. Graetz, Russell J. Vander Wiel
  • Patent number: 6870670
    Abstract: A flexible screen with a mechanism for releasably attaching the screen to a transparent door or window is disclosed. A method of use is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2005
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Thomas R. Gehring, Michael L. Graetz, Andrew J. Piepel, Mark L. Schuleman, Kenneth L. Yarina
  • Publication number: 20030163367
    Abstract: A system for use with a releasable screen is described. The system may be used in a method of influencing purchasing decisions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2001
    Publication date: August 28, 2003
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Andrew J. Piepel, Thomas R. Gehring, Michael L. Graetz, Mark L. Schuleman, Kenneth L. Yarina
  • Publication number: 20020163722
    Abstract: A flexible screen with a mechanism for releasably attaching the screen to a transparent door or window is disclosed. A method of use is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2001
    Publication date: November 7, 2002
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Thomas R. Gehring, Michael L. Graetz, Andrew J. Piepel, Mark L. Schuleman, Kenneth L. Yarina
  • Publication number: 20020163720
    Abstract: A system for use with a releasable screen is described. The system may be used in a method of influencing purchasing decisions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2001
    Publication date: November 7, 2002
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Andrew J. Piepel, Thomas R. Gehring, Michael L. Graetz, Mark L. Schuleman, Kenneth L. Yarina