Patents by Inventor Stephen W. Comiskey

Stephen W. Comiskey 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).

  • Patent number: 8828177
    Abstract: A method and product for reducing reflected light glare into a human's eyes from the human's cheeks while simultaneously providing a non-verbal communication to others is provided, especially for use by participants in athletic contests. Underneath the human's eyes on the cheeks at a reflective location on the cheeks at which incident direct or indirect light is likely to be reflected into a human's eyes a non-toxic, non-reflective colored and finished material in the form of a predefined clearly demarcated geometric shape is applied. Within a week after the application (typically within less than a few hours after the athletic contest is over) the non-reflective material is removed. The non-reflective material may comprise eye black, applied using a stencil, or it may comprise a temporary tattoo or decal, applied in the conventional manner. The shape preferably is a sports apparel or equipment manufacturer's or distributor's logo and/or letters, or a team name, mascot or logo.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Barrett O. Comiskey
  • Publication number: 20130292046
    Abstract: A method and product for distributing promotional materials while reducing reflected light glare into a human's eyes is provided. A non-toxic, non-reflective colored and finished material may be applied on a human's cheek where incident direct or indirect light is likely to be reflected into a human's eyes. The non-reflective material may comprise a decal, a shape, and a promotional item. The decal may comprise a non-reflective and non-toxic material of a dull or matte color having a wavelength falling outside of the range of wavelengths between 430 nm and 690 nm. The shape may be formed within the non-reflective material, comprising a color contrasting with the dull or matte color, wherein the shape is configured to provide communication. The promotional item may be for promoting a product or service affixed to the decal, wherein the shape formed within the non-reflective material is associated with the promotional item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventor: Stephen W. Comiskey
  • Publication number: 20080114704
    Abstract: A system and method for providing financial and other services to high net worth individuals is described. A significant feature is the method for selecting and managing a comprehensive set of service providers for optimal efficiency and effectiveness. The associated system provides a depository for client data, and enhances communication between client, client data, and service providers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2007
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Timothy H. Meyers
  • Patent number: 7321870
    Abstract: A system and method for providing financial and other services to high net worth individuals is described. A significant feature is the method for selecting and managing a comprehensive set of service providers for optimal efficiency and effectiveness. The associated system provides a depository for client data, and enhances communication between client, client data, and service providers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2008
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Timothy H. Meyers
  • Publication number: 20020040757
    Abstract: A method and product for reducing reflected light glare into a human's eyes from the human's cheeks while simultaneously providing a non-verbal communication to others is provided, especially for use by participants in athletic contests. Underneath the human's eyes on the cheeks at a reflective location on the cheeks at which incident direct or indirect light is likely to be reflected into a human's eyes a non-toxic, non-reflective colored and finished material in the form of a predefined clearly demarcated geometric shape is applied. Within a week after the application (typically within less than a few hours after the athletic contest is over) the non-reflective material is removed. The non-reflective material may comprise eye black, applied using a stencil, or it may comprise a temporary tattoo or decal, applied in the conventional manner. The shape preferably is a sports apparel or equipment manufacturer's or distributor's logo and/or letters, or a team name, mascot or logo.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2001
    Publication date: April 11, 2002
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Barrett O. Comiskey
  • Patent number: 6350338
    Abstract: A method and product for reducing reflected light glare into a human's eyes from the human's cheeks while simultaneously providing a non-verbal communication to others is provided, especially for use by participants in athletic contests. Underneath the human's eyes on the cheeks at a reflective location on the cheeks at which incident direct or indirect light is likely to be reflected into a human's eyes a non-toxic, non-reflective colored and finished material in the form of a predefined clearly demarcated geometric shape is applied. Within a week after the application (typically within less than a few hours after the athletic contest is over) the non-reflective material is removed. The non-reflective material may comprise eye black, applied using a stencil, or it may comprise a temporary tattoo or decal, applied in the conventional manner. The shape preferably is a sports apparel or equipment manufacturer's or distributor's logo and/or letters, or a team name, mascot or logo.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2002
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Barrett O. Comiskey
  • Patent number: 6096154
    Abstract: A method and product for reducing reflected light glare into a human's eyes from the human's cheeks while simultaneously providing a non-verbal communication to others is provided, especially for use by participants in athletic contests. Underneath the human's eyes on the cheeks at a reflective location on the cheeks at which incident direct or indirect light is likely to be reflected into a human's eyes a non-toxic, non-reflective colored and finished material in the form of a predefined clearly demarcated geometric shape is applied. Within a week after the application (typically within less than a few hours after the athletic contest is over) the non-reflective material is removed. The non-reflective material may comprise eye black, applied using a stencil, or it may comprise a temporary tattoo or decal, applied in the conventional manner. The shape preferably is a sports apparel or equipment manufacturer's or distributor's logo and/or letters, or a team name, mascot or logo.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Assignee: Stephen W. Comiskey
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Barrett O. Comiskey
  • Patent number: 5939142
    Abstract: A method and product for reducing reflected light glare into a human's eyes from the human's cheeks while simultaneously providing a non-verbal communication to others is provided, especially for use by participants in athletic contests. Underneath the human's eyes on the cheeks at a reflective location on the cheeks at which incident direct or indirect light is likely to be reflected into a human's eyes a non-toxic, non-reflective colored and finished material in the form of a predefined clearly demarcated geometric shape is applied. Within a week after the application (typically within less than a few hours after the athletic contest is over) the non-reflective material is removed. The non-reflective material may comprise eye black, applied using a stencil, or it may comprise a temporary tattoo or decal, applied in the conventional manner. The shape preferably is a sports apparel or equipment manufacturer's or distributor's logo and/or letters, or a team name, mascot or logo.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1999
    Assignee: Stephen W. Comisky
    Inventors: Stephen W. Comiskey, Barrett O. Comiskey