Patents by Inventor Michael W. Lemay

Michael W. Lemay 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: 20240103707
    Abstract: In some embodiments, a computer system applies a time of day setting to a virtual environment. In some embodiments, the time of day setting is updated based on an event. In some embodiments, a computer system displays content in an expanded display mode. In some embodiments, computer systems join a communication session while maintaining display of respective environments. In some embodiments, a computer system moves a portal based on user movement. In some embodiments, computer systems share a virtual environment. Computer systems can display media with simulated lighting. Computer systems can share an environment. In some embodiments, a computer system selects a position relative to content. A computer system can present representations of communication session participants based on content. A computer system can present user interfaces to control visual appearances of an environment including media. Computer systems can change an appearance of an environment based on environmental modes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2023
    Publication date: March 28, 2024
    Inventors: Nicholas W. HENDERSON, James M. DESSERO, Matan SAUBER, Stephen O. LEMAY, Jeffrey S. ALLEN, Michael A. DUNKLEY, Michael J. ROCKWELL, William A. SORRENTINO, III, Hugh A. SIDER, Magnus DANIELSSON
  • Patent number: 6049270
    Abstract: A vehicle security harness system for alerting a user when an intruder opens a door of a vehicle, such as a semi-tractor, by causing an air horn of the vehicle to sound when a door of the vehicle is opened. The vehicle security harness system includes a center ring with a pair of door straps and a cable strap coupled thereto and outwardly extending therefrom. The ends of the door straps and the cable strap opposite the center ring each have a fastener coupled thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Inventor: Michael W. Lemay