Patents by Inventor Thomas E. Freeman

Thomas E. Freeman 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: 5455413
    Abstract: A device for retaining an electronically readable card in an electronic device includes a substantially V-shaped resilient retainer dimensioned to engage a portion of the card while the rest of the card remains exposed for electronic reading purposes. The resilient retainer is held in the electronic device by a clip having a first detent member. The retainer includes a second detent member which engages the first detent member as the retainer enters the slit during insertion of the card into the electronic device. The thicknesses of the retainer and the card and the width of the slit are selected so that the resilient retainer is firmly held in the electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 3, 1995
    Assignee: Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert J. Ramspacher, Thomas E. Freeman
  • Patent number: 4100686
    Abstract: A shoe sole construction is provided with a flexible bladder which is only partially filled with a non-compressible fluid. Preferably the fluid is water. The partially filled water bladder allows the water to flow from one portion of the bladder to other portions of the bladder during the walking cycle to provide proper support and maximum comfort and stability for the wearer of the shoe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 1977
    Date of Patent: July 18, 1978
    Inventors: Thomas E. Sgarlato, Gary A. Eston, Thomas E. Freeman