Patents by Inventor Patrick D. O'Neill

Patrick D. O'Neill 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: 20150042877
    Abstract: In some embodiments, an auxiliary optical device for a mobile electronic device has a mounting component that is configured to be selectively attachable and detachable from the mobile electronic device. The mounting component is configured to be coupled to and decoupled from a mobile electronic device using an anchor that is inserted into a port of the mobile electronic device. In some embodiments, the auxiliary optical device attaches to the mobile electronic device by clamping or otherwise contracting or squeezing upon a portion of the mobile electronic device. In further embodiments, the auxiliary optical device is configured to be attached to wearable devices, such as eyewear that includes an onboard camera lens.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen, Jason Patrick, Daniel Arato
  • Publication number: 20150002950
    Abstract: A lens component configured to be removably attachable to a protective case or mounting component. The protective case or mounting component configured to be removably attachable to a communication or mobile electronic device. The protective case or mounting component includes one or more locking members movable between a first open position and a second closed position. The one or more locking members configured to engage with one or more engagement members of the lens component. The engagement of the one or more locking member with the one or more engagement members securing the lens component in place.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: January 1, 2015
    Applicant: olloclip, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen, Jason Patrick, Bobby Kong, Daniel Arato
  • Patent number: 8891187
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: olloclip, LLC
    Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
  • Publication number: 20140320987
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
  • Publication number: 20140267882
    Abstract: In some embodiments, an auxiliary optical system for a mobile electronic device has a mounting component that is configured to be selectively attachable and detachable from the mobile electronic device. The mounting component is configured to be coupled to and decoupled from a multi-lens component with a plurality of lenses. When the multi-lens component is coupled to the mounting component, the multi-lens component can be prevented from moving, such as sliding or rotating. In some embodiments, an auxiliary optical system for a mobile electronic device comprises a removable onboard camera lens or onboard camera of a mobile electronic device. The onboard lens or onboard camera can be removed and/or replaced with another onboard lens or onboard camera with different optical qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20140268376
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to an optical system with a mounting component, a light conveyance member, and an optical component. The mounting component may be removably attached to a mobile electronic device, and light entering the optical component may be conveyed to an onboard camera of the mobile electronic device via the light conveyance member. Additional embodiments disclosed herein relate to a protective case with a light conveyance member and an optical component. The protective case may be removably attached to a mobile electronic device, and light entering the optical component may be conveyed to an onboard camera of the mobile electronic device via the light conveyance member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
  • Publication number: 20140253789
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2014
    Publication date: September 11, 2014
    Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
  • Publication number: 20140226268
    Abstract: In some embodiments, high-performance, rugged, or damage-resistant cases for mobile electronic devices, such as mobile communication devices, are provided to enclose and/or protect mobile electronic devices and/or one or more auxiliary products for mobile electronic devices, such as one or more auxiliary lenses, from various hazards, such as impact, shock, and/or ingress of potentially damaging substances, such as water, other liquids, dust, dirt, sand, and/or other debris, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Applicant: olloclip, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen, Bobby Kong
  • Publication number: 20140227026
    Abstract: A modular accessory adapter configured to be selectively attachable to at least one of a communication device and a case for a communication device. The modular accessory adapter includes a first member configured to be rotatably coupled to a second member such that the first member is rotatable relative to the second member to move the modular accessory adapter between a first position and a second position. The modular accessory adapter further includes a mount for attaching at least one of a flash, tripod, battery, diffuser, microphone, and speaker. The modular accessory adapter includes an engagement member configured to engage with a portion of at least one of a communication device and a case for a communication device. In the first position, the modular accessory adapter is configured to be removably attachable to the at least one of a communication device and a case for a communication device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2014
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Applicant: olloclip, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20140226300
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a case for a mobile electronic device having an onboard camera lens. The case may be removably attachable by a user to the mobile electronic device or to a second case that is attached to the mobile electronic device. The case may provide components to improve or enhance photography functionality of the mobile electronic device, such as flash components or other illumination elements, diffuser components, auxiliary power sources, mounting regions for additional accessories, and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Applicant: olloclip, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20140071547
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to an optical device with one or more optical components (e.g., lenses) attached to a retainer portion or clip. The optical device can be removably attached to mobile electronic devices, such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the mobile device. The optical device may include one or more energy conveying paths to allow energy to be conveyed to and/or from various components of the mobile device, such as flashes or microphones. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as optical components tilted to complement a tilt of an onboard camera of a mobile device, and structures or adapters to reduce friction or allow an optical device to be attached to mobile devices of varying thicknesses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
  • Patent number: 8593745
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
  • Publication number: 20130135759
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2013
    Publication date: May 30, 2013
    Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
  • Publication number: 20130002939
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2012
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
  • Patent number: 8279544
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc
    Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
  • Publication number: 20120236425
    Abstract: Some embodiments disclosed herein relate to a lens component having one or more lenses attached to a retainer portion configured to removably attach to communication devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, media players, and the like. The retainer portion may be configured so as not to interfere with a user's view of a display panel of the communication device. In some embodiments, a plurality of lenses may be provided, and the lenses may be removably attached to the retainer portion and may be interchangeable. A structure for providing a flash may also be provided. In some embodiments, additional features may be provided, such as attachment components to facilitate attachment to stability devices, such as tripods, and to user-wearable accessories.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
  • Patent number: 7832188
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for heat sealing a lidstock (9) to a container (1) for a blister package, the container having a top surface comprising a substantially flat sealing flange (3) surrounding a blister (2) and a lip (4) having at least one raised surface (6), the method comprising the steps of a) locating the lidstock on the top surface; b) providing a first seal between the lidstock and the at least one raised surface of the lip with a first heat sealing tool (11); c) providing a second hermetic seal between the lidstock and the sealing flange surrounding the blister with a second heat sealing tool. The invention also relates to a package for storing a hydrophilic contact lens comprising a lip having at least one raised surface and a removable lidstock sealed to a sealing flange and to the at least one raised surface. Also disclosed is an apparatus for heat sealing the lidstock to the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Inventors: Trevor F. O'Neill, Anthony O'Neill, Michael W. Murphy, Patrick J. Tobin, John R. Coppinger, Patrick D. O'Neill
  • Patent number: D686265
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
  • Patent number: D700228
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2014
    Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
  • Patent number: D723601
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: olloclip, LLC
    Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak