Andrew E Freeman

US Patent:

6928691, Aug 16, 2005

Filed:

Nov 15, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/294556

Inventors:

Andrew S. Freeman - Wheaton MD, US

International Classification:

A47L005/00
A47L007/00
A47L009/00

US Classification:

15339, 15310

Abstract:

A combination trash can and vacuum cleaner in which the base of a trash can contains a battery operated vacuum cleaner that is activated by any one of a number of foot pedals. The vacuum is contained in a housing with an internal fan, a debris collection chamber, and an electrically controlled trap door for emptying debris. The device allows for in-room storage of a vacuum cleaner in an aesthetically pleasing manner and for the collection of debris without the need for a dustpan and/or a conventional vacuum cleaner.

US Patent:

20070133940, Jun 14, 2007

Filed:

Dec 10, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/301173

Inventors:

Andrew Freeman - Santa Cruz CA, US

International Classification:

H04N 5/93

US Classification:

386052000

Abstract:

The invention enables customers to generate a story by interaction with a computer. A software program allows the customer to assume the role of a character within a story. Digitized photographs and personal data are captured and input (retail environment) or uploaded (Web environment), relating to the customer, associated children, family members, pets, friends, or acquaintances. During a session the customer makes decisions affecting the storyline and/or story outcome. A representation of the story may be produced with the digitized photographs, names and personal information melded into the representation and/or merged into graphical elements. This personalized story is made available to the customer in physical or electronic form, such as a book, CD, DVD, or videogame. Customers' created content is stored, and is available for viewing in its entirety or as repurposed scenes in various electronic or physical forms, such as in printed or electronic greetings and on various merchandise items.