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).
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Publication number: 20150042877Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2014Publication date: February 12, 2015Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen, Jason Patrick, Daniel Arato
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Publication number: 20150002950Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: January 1, 2015Applicant: olloclip, LLCInventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen, Jason Patrick, Bobby Kong, Daniel Arato
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Patent number: 8891187Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: January 16, 2013Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: olloclip, LLCInventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
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Publication number: 20140320987Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2014Publication date: October 30, 2014Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
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Publication number: 20140267882Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen
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Publication number: 20140268376Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
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Publication number: 20140253789Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2014Publication date: September 11, 2014Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
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Publication number: 20140226268Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2014Publication date: August 14, 2014Applicant: olloclip, LLCInventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen, Bobby Kong
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Publication number: 20140227026Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2014Publication date: August 14, 2014Applicant: olloclip, LLCInventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen
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Publication number: 20140226300Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2014Publication date: August 14, 2014Applicant: olloclip, LLCInventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak, Ryan Nguyen
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Publication number: 20140071547Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2013Publication date: March 13, 2014Applicant: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
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Patent number: 8593745Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: September 7, 2012Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
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Publication number: 20130135759Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2013Publication date: May 30, 2013Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
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Publication number: 20130002939Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2012Publication date: January 3, 2013Inventor: Patrick D O'Neill
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Patent number: 8279544Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: February 3, 2012Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Assignee: Premier Systems USA, IncInventor: Patrick D O'Neill
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Publication number: 20120236425Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2012Publication date: September 20, 2012Inventor: Patrick D. O'Neill
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Patent number: 7832188Abstract: 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: GrantFiled: December 21, 2006Date of Patent: November 16, 2010Inventors: Trevor F. O'Neill, Anthony O'Neill, Michael W. Murphy, Patrick J. Tobin, John R. Coppinger, Patrick D. O'Neill
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Patent number: D686265Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2013Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
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Patent number: D700228Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 2013Date of Patent: February 25, 2014Assignee: Premier Systems USA, Inc.Inventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak
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Patent number: D723601Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2014Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: olloclip, LLCInventors: Patrick D. O'Neill, Chong Pak