Patents by Inventor Tony Thompson

Tony Thompson 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: 20050276399
    Abstract: A method for voice based directory assistance providers and advertisers to manage and communicate directory listing information to voice based directory assistance users. The method includes means for generating and playing a compilation of audio advertisements and means for generating and executing a playlist of audio advertisements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2005
    Publication date: December 15, 2005
    Inventor: Tony Thompson
  • Publication number: 20050256766
    Abstract: A system and method for implementation of a pay-for-placement advertising model using a targeted search engine. The present invention provides a method and system for a geographic-targeted, pay-for-placement search engine which allows advertisers to direct their advertisements and Web site to geographic areas in a way which maximizes the return on their advertising expenditures. Global Positioning System (“GPS”) devices may be used to provide geographic location information to the search engine. Targeted advertising campaigns may be created and managed by advertisers using search engine tools. A search engine management system allows review and management of advertiser's account activity. A fraud detection system prevents advertisers using the system from incurring charges due to improper and fraudulent use of the search engine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2003
    Publication date: November 17, 2005
    Inventors: Johann Garcia, Larry Greco, Tony Thompson, Steven Ng
  • Patent number: PP20595
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘Sonmarie’, characterized by its relatively compact, upright and mounded plant habit; strong and sturdy stems; and large hemispherical inflorescences with numerous light red purple-colored sterile flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2009
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Tony Thompson