Patents by Inventor Rod G. Kosann
Rod G. Kosann 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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Patent number: 11210037Abstract: A method for formatting an image sized for use with jewelry includes selecting a jewelry design from among a plurality of designs, selecting an image for reproduction, editing the selected image to fit in a virtual display frame representative of and corresponding to a physical frame of the selected locket, and generating a cutout layout of the edited image on a printable media of a predetermined size, which when printed, includes a reproduction of the selected image sized to fit the selected jewelry. Selecting an image may include selecting a digital image from a user's social media account. Also, the method may include generating user-directed queries related to at least one of lifestyle, passions, and interests, receiving responses from the user to the user-directed queries, and based on the received responses, generating suggested indicia for selection by the user.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2018Date of Patent: December 28, 2021Assignee: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Ashley Kurose, Alexi Cassudakis, Cathleen Allen
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Publication number: 20200192611Abstract: A method for formatting an image sized for use with jewelry includes selecting a jewelry design from among a plurality of designs, selecting an image for reproduction, editing the selected image to fit in a virtual display frame representative of and corresponding to a physical frame of the selected locket, and generating a cutout layout of the edited image on a printable media of a predetermined size, which when printed, includes a reproduction of the selected image sized to fit the selected jewelry. Selecting an image may include selecting a digital image from a user's social media account. Also, the method may include generating user-directed queries related to at least one of lifestyle, passions, and interests, receiving responses from the user to the user-directed queries, and based on the received responses, generating suggested indicia for selection by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2018Publication date: June 18, 2020Applicant: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Ashley Kurose, Alexi Cassudakis, Cathleen Allen
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Patent number: 9754556Abstract: A locket includes a chamber and a door, with the chamber housing an electronic display, a microprocessor with associated memory coupled thereto, a wireless transceiver coupled to the microprocessor, and a power source. Messages/pictures can be displayed on the display through use of a system incorporating the locket, a mobile unit having a locket application and a wireless transceiver, and an application server device with a database. The system may also include a separately networked computer-type device. A locket user can log into the application server, register the locket, and create a user profile including one or more of interests, personal information, social connections, etc., that would establish how the locket can receive content. The system allows permitted friends to send messages/pictures through the application server to the locket for display.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2016Date of Patent: September 5, 2017Inventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Rich Kosann
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Publication number: 20160372082Abstract: A locket includes a chamber and a door, with the chamber housing an electronic display, a microprocessor with associated memory coupled thereto, a wireless transceiver coupled to the microprocessor, and a power source. Messages/pictures can be displayed on the display through use of a system incorporating the locket, a mobile unit having a locket application and a wireless transceiver, and an application server device with a database. The system may also include a separately networked computer-type device. A locket user can log into the application server, register the locket, and create a user profile including one or more of interests, personal information, social connections, etc., that would establish how the locket can receive content. The system allows permitted friends to send messages/pictures through the application server to the locket for display.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2016Publication date: December 22, 2016Inventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Rich Kosann
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Patent number: 9460688Abstract: A locket includes a chamber and a door, with the chamber housing an electronic display, a microprocessor with associated memory coupled thereto, a wireless transceiver coupled to the microprocessor, and a power source. Messages/pictures can be displayed on the display through use of a system incorporating the locket, a mobile unit having a locket application and a wireless transceiver, and an application server device with a database. The system may also include a separately networked computer-type device. A locket user can log into the application server, register the locket, and create a user profile including one or more of interests, personal information, social connections, etc., that would establish how the locket can receive content. The system allows permitted friends to send messages/pictures through the application server to the locket for display.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2014Date of Patent: October 4, 2016Inventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Rich Kosann
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Publication number: 20150364112Abstract: A locket includes a chamber and a door, with the chamber housing an electronic display, a microprocessor with associated memory coupled thereto, a wireless transceiver coupled to the microprocessor, and a power source. Messages/pictures can be displayed on the display through use of a system incorporating the locket, a mobile unit having a locket application and a wireless transceiver, and an application server device with a database. The system may also include a separately networked computer-type device. A locket user can log into the application server, register the locket, and create a user profile including one or more of interests, personal information, social connections, etc., that would establish how the locket can receive content. The system allows permitted friends to send messages/pictures through the application server to the locket for display.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2014Publication date: December 17, 2015Inventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Rich Kosann
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Patent number: 7673749Abstract: A folding photo case includes a pair of exterior case members coupled to each other by a first hinge and a pair of interior frame members coupled to respective exterior case members by respective second and third hinges. The first, second and third hinges are preferably torsion bar hinges with the first hinge biasing the exterior case members to an open position and the second and third springs biasing the interior frame members toward interior surfaces of the exterior case members. One or both of the exterior case members are preferably provided with a latch structure which allows the folding case to be latched in a closed position. The dimensions of the folding case are preferably such that the case can be carried in a pocket or purse when it is folded into the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: March 9, 2010Assignee: Monica Rich Kosann Photography, LLCInventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Kosann
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Patent number: 6932218Abstract: A folding photo case includes a pair of exterior case members coupled to each other by a first hinge and a pair of interior frame members coupled to respective exterior case members by respective second and third hinges. The first, second and third hinges are preferably torsion bar hinges with the first hinge biasing the exterior case members to an open position and the second and third springs biasing the interior frame members toward interior surfaces of the exterior case members. One or both of the exterior case members are preferably provided with a latch structure which allows the folding case to be latched in a closed position. The dimensions of the folding case are preferably such that the case can be carried in a pocket or purse when it is folded into the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2002Date of Patent: August 23, 2005Assignee: Monica Rich Kosann Photography LLCInventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Kosann
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Publication number: 20040004015Abstract: A folding photo case includes a pair of exterior case members coupled to each other by a first hinge and a pair of interior frame members coupled to respective exterior case members by respective second and third hinges. The first, second and third hinges are preferably torsion bar hinges with the first hinge biasing the exterior case members to an open position and the second and third springs biasing the interior frame members toward interior surfaces of the exterior case members. One or both of the exterior case members are preferably provided with a latch structure which allows the folding case to be latched in a closed position. The dimensions of the folding case are preferably such that the case can be carried in a pocket or purse when it is folded into the closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2002Publication date: January 8, 2004Inventors: Rod G. Kosann, Monica Kosann
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Patent number: 6530490Abstract: A retail merchandising display system includes reconfigurable components which may be assembled to form perimeter wall fixtures, standing fixtures, tiered tables fixtures, etc. A set of basic components is provided which can be assembled into the fixtures, and disassembled to create other fixtures. Each of the fixtures is preferably provided with cladding which can be used to convey a brand identity.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2001Date of Patent: March 11, 2003Assignee: KMA Licensing, Inc.Inventors: Rod G. Kosann, Kevin Mullaney
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Patent number: D760111Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2015Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Yoko Murakami
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Patent number: D760112Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2015Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Yoko Murakami
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Patent number: D760620Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2015Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Yoko Murakami
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Patent number: D787975Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2016Date of Patent: May 30, 2017Assignee: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Yoko Murakami
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Patent number: D803091Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2017Date of Patent: November 21, 2017Assignee: MRK Fine Arts, LLCInventors: Monica Rich Kosann, Rod G. Kosann, Yoko Murakami