ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 12 -- United States Patent no. 12,225,344, issued on Feb. 11, was assigned to Sonic Blocks Inc. (Alexandria, Va.).

"Modular quick-connect A/V system and methods thereof" was invented by Scott D. Wilker (Alexandria, Va.) and Jordan D. Wilker (Alexandria, Va.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A modular speaker system, comprising an exoskeleton, configured to mechanically support and quick attach and release at least one functional panel and an electrical interface provided within the exoskeleton, configured to mate with a corresponding electrical connector of the functional panel. An optional endoskeleton is provided to support internal components. The system preferably provi...