Patents by Inventor Michael Voticky

Michael Voticky 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: 20140062687
    Abstract: Provided are techniques for receiving a message from a user device; calculating the location and heading of the user device; correlating the location of the user device with any advertising or information display device in proximity to the user device; correlating a product with the display device; generating a second message with information stored in conjunction with the display device; and transmitting the second message to the user device. In one embodiment, a third message may be generated comprising an acceptance of an offer corresponding to the first or second message. In one embodiment, a vehicle or consumer may transmit diagnostic information and received information pertaining to businesses that can address an issue related to the diagnostic information. In one embodiment, a vehicle or consumer may transmit consumer and location information to register for a resource such as a parking spot that is related to a resource.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2012
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Voticky
  • Patent number: 7961853
    Abstract: A method of sorting a received information message in which a source of delivery of the message is indicated by a unique identifier accompanying the message, for example, in an e-mail or voice message system. The method includes steps of receiving the message, looking-up the identifier in a database, assigning a code for the message per the result of the step of looking-up, and prioritizing or forwarding the message according to the code.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: S.F. IP Properties 30 LLC
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Joe Connor
  • Publication number: 20070036301
    Abstract: A method of sorting a received information message in which a source of delivery of the message is indicated by a unique identifier accompanying the message, for example, in an e-mail or voice message system. The method includes steps of receiving the message, looking-up the identifier in a database, assigning a code for the message per the result of the step of looking-up, and prioritizing or forwarding the message according to the code.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2006
    Publication date: February 15, 2007
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Joe Connor
  • Publication number: 20060036484
    Abstract: Provided is a method for distribution, allocation, redemption and recycling of bonus points that enables retailers, distributors and wholesalers to offer immediate awards to customers and each other. One implementation employs a medium to store information that can be scanned by a device such as a scan gun, a credit card authentication machine, cash register, swipe telephone, numeric pad or wireless receiver, all of which can be connected to a centralized or distributed data storage via the Internet, telephone lines or wireless communication media. Alternative devices for implementing the system are a coupon, key fob, either wireless or imprinted, or participation information. The card, fob or participation information is scanned or inputted manually or via electronic signal or radio frequency along with the product or service purchased. Point providers determine the number of award points given for a particular product and a user receives instant credit for the points.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2004
    Publication date: February 16, 2006
    Inventor: Michael Voticky
  • Publication number: 20050138133
    Abstract: A method of sorting a received information message in which a source of delivery of the message is indicated by a unique identifier accompanying the message, for example, in an e-mail or voice message system. The method includes steps of receiving the message, looking-up the identifier in a database, assigning a code for the message per the result of the step of looking-up, and prioritizing or forwarding the message according to the code.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2005
    Publication date: June 23, 2005
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Joe Conner
  • Patent number: 6871217
    Abstract: A method of sorting a received information message in which a source of delivery of the message is indicated by a unique identifier accompanying the message, for example, in an e-mail or voice message system. The method includes steps of receiving the message, looking-up the identifier in a database, assigning a code for the message per the result of the step of looking-up, and prioritizing or forwarding the message according to the code.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2005
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Joe Conner
  • Patent number: 6801216
    Abstract: A makeover system and method for using the system is provided for providing a user with an image of how a person would look with different hair, glasses, makeup, etc. Using a before picture of the person, the system displays an item on the before picture and resizes the item to fit the size of the person according to user input. Therefore, the makeover system can superimpose an item over an image of a person regardless of the size of the image of the person on a computer screen. The system then provides an after picture representing a composite image of the superimposed selected overlay item over the image of the person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Richard Hogan, Douglas Lewis, Christopher J. Kansaki
  • Publication number: 20020118218
    Abstract: A makeover system and method for using the system is provided for providing a user with an image of how a person would look with different hair, glasses, makeup, etc. Using a before picture of the person, the system displays an item on the before picture and resizes the item to fit the size of the person according to user input. Therefore, the makeover system can superimpose an item over an image of a person regardless of the size of the image of the person on a computer screen. The system then provides an after picture representing a composite image of the superimposed selected overlay item over the image of the person.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Publication date: August 29, 2002
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Richard Hogan, Douglas Lewis, Christopher J. Kansaki
  • Publication number: 20020065897
    Abstract: A method of sorting a received information message in which a source of delivery of the message is indicated by a unique identifier accompanying the message, for example, in an e-mail or voice message system. The method includes steps of receiving the message, looking-up the identifier in a database, assigning a code for the message per the result of the step of looking-up, and prioritizing or forwarding the message according to the code.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2001
    Publication date: May 30, 2002
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Joe Conner
  • Patent number: 6351764
    Abstract: A method of sorting a received information message in which a source of delivery of the message is indicated by a unique identifier accompanying the message, for example, in an e-mail or voice message system. The method includes steps of receiving the message, looking-up the identifier in a database, assigning a code for the message per the result of the step of looking-up, and prioritizing or forwarding the message according to the code.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2002
    Inventors: Michael Voticky, Joe Conner