Patents by Inventor William Caswell

William Caswell 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).

  • Adaptation and Modification of a Theremin System
    Publication number: 20260268881
    Abstract: A musical instrument with novel configurations and performance techniques that can play notes and scale tones is disclosed. The musical instrument implements design and ergonomic changes to a Theremin's traditional configuration and use. The musical instrument includes an additional sound generation device such as an actuator that is operated to provide rhythm and tonal results. The musical instrument includes a pitch antenna that is configured in a horizontal position, which creates a different plane of reference with respect to performance motions employed for modifying the pitch. The musical instrument allows for a user to play notes and scale tones in a standing, seated, or ambulatory position. Improved playing interfaces, accessory items, and other characteristics for enhancing the playing of the musical instrument are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2026
    Publication date: September 10, 2026
    Inventor: William Caswell
  • Adaptation and modification of a theremin system
    Patent number: 12640128
    Abstract: A musical instrument with novel configurations and performance techniques that can play notes and scale tones is disclosed. The musical instrument implements design and ergonomic changes to a Theremin's traditional configuration and use. The musical instrument includes an additional sound generation device such as an actuator that is operated to provide rhythm and tonal results. The musical instrument includes a pitch antenna that is configured in a horizontal position, which creates a different plane of reference with respect to performance motions employed for modifying the pitch. The musical instrument allows for a user to play notes and scale tones in a standing, seated, or ambulatory position. Improved playing interfaces, accessory items, and other characteristics for enhancing the playing of the musical instrument are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2026
    Inventor: William Caswell
  • Adaptation and Modification of a Theremin System
    Publication number: 20250069573
    Abstract: A musical instrument with novel configurations and performance techniques that can play notes and scale tones is disclosed. The musical instrument implements design and ergonomic changes to a Theremin's traditional configuration and use. The musical instrument includes an additional sound generation device such as an actuator that is operated to provide rhythm and tonal results. The musical instrument includes a pitch antenna that is configured in a horizontal position, which creates a different plane of reference with respect to performance motions employed for modifying the pitch. The musical instrument allows for a user to play notes and scale tones in a standing, seated, or ambulatory position. Improved playing interfaces, accessory items, and other characteristics for enhancing the playing of the musical instrument are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2024
    Publication date: February 27, 2025
    Inventor: William Caswell
  • Adaptation and modification of a Theremin system
    Patent number: 12170076
    Abstract: A musical instrument with novel configurations and performance techniques that can play notes and scale tones is disclosed. The musical instrument implements design and ergonomic changes to a Theremin's traditional configuration and use. The musical instrument includes an additional sound generation device such as an actuator that is operated to provide rhythm and tonal results. The musical instrument includes a pitch antenna that is configured in a horizontal position, which creates a different plane of reference with respect to performance motions employed for modifying the pitch. The musical instrument allows for a user to play notes and scale tones in a standing, seated, or ambulatory position. Improved playing interfaces, accessory items, and other characteristics for enhancing the playing of the musical instrument are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2024
    Inventor: William Caswell
  • Adaptation and Modification of a Theremin System
    Publication number: 20220148547
    Abstract: A musical instrument with novel configurations and performance techniques that can play notes and scale tones is disclosed. The musical instrument implements design and ergonomic changes to a Theremin's traditional configuration and use. The musical instrument includes an additional sound generation device such as an actuator that is operated to provide rhythm and tonal results. The musical instrument includes a pitch antenna that is configured in a horizontal position, which creates a different plane of reference with respect to performance motions employed for modifying the pitch. The musical instrument allows for a user to play notes and scale tones in a standing, seated, or ambulatory position. Improved playing interfaces, accessory items, and other characteristics for enhancing the playing of the musical instrument are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2021
    Publication date: May 12, 2022
    Inventor: William Caswell