Patents Represented by Attorney Gamburd Law Group LLC
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Patent number: 7583035Abstract: A system drives one or plurality of LEDs regulating their brightness by controlling LEDs average current or voltage. The system includes a switching power converter and an integrated digital regulator with at least one of electrical, thermal and optical feedbacks. The regulator is constructed as a hysteretic peak current mode controller for continuous mode of operation of the power converter. For discontinuous mode of operation of the power converter a pulse averaging sliding mode control is being used. Average LED current is measured by integrating LED pulse current at off time and hysteretically adjusting on time of the power switch. Input battery is protected from discharging at abnormally low impedance of the output.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2007Date of Patent: September 1, 2009Assignee: Exclara, Inc.Inventors: Anatoly Shteynberg, Harry Rodriguez
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Patent number: 7548132Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention provides a clock generator and/or a timing and frequency reference, with multiple operating modes, such power conservation, clock, reference, and pulsed modes. The various apparatus embodiments include a resonator adapted to provide a first signal having a resonant frequency; an amplifier; a temperature compensator adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to temperature; and a process variation compensator adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to fabrication process variation. In addition, the various embodiments may also include a frequency divider adapted to divide the first signal having the resonant frequency into a plurality of second signals having a corresponding plurality of frequencies substantially equal to or lower than the resonant frequency; and a frequency selector adapted to provide an output signal from the plurality of second signals.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2007Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia, Amar Sarbbasesh Basu
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Patent number: 7548125Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of the invention provide a system, method and apparatus for frequency calibration of a free-running, reference harmonic oscillator. An exemplary system comprises the harmonic oscillator, a frequency divider, a comparator, and a reactance modulator. The reference harmonic oscillator includes a plurality of switchable reactance modules controlled by corresponding coefficients, and provides an oscillation signal having an oscillation frequency, which is divided or multiplied by the frequency divider to provide an output signal having an output frequency. The comparator compares the output frequency to an externally supplied reference frequency using first and second predetermined levels of discrimination, and provides first or second comparison signals when the output frequency is higher or lower than the reference frequency.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2007Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Gordon Carichner, Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia, Sundus Kubba
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Patent number: 7548084Abstract: The exemplary embodiments provide a resilient integrated circuit. An exemplary IC comprises a plurality of composite circuit elements, a state machine element (SME), and a plurality of communication elements. Each composite circuit element comprises an element interface and a selected circuit element which may vary by element type, and which may be configurable. The state machine element assigns various functions based on element type, such as assigning a first configuration to a first element type, assigning a second configuration to a second element type, and providing a first data link for the corresponding assignments. In response to detection of a fault or failure, the state machine element re-assigns the first configuration to another composite circuit element and creates a second data link for performance of the same function.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2007Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Element CXI, LLCInventors: Steven Hennick Kelem, Jaime C. Cummins, John L. Watson, Robert Plunkett, Stephen L. Wasson, Brian A. Box, Enno Wein, Charles A. Furciniti
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Patent number: 7545231Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention provides a frequency controller and a temperature compensator for frequency control and selection in a clock generator and/or a timing and frequency reference. The various apparatus embodiments include a resonator adapted to provide a first signal having a resonant frequency; an amplifier; a temperature compensator adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to temperature; and a process variation compensator adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to fabrication process variation. In addition, the various embodiments may also include a frequency divider adapted to divide the first signal having the resonant frequency into a plurality of second signals having a corresponding plurality of frequencies substantially equal to or lower than the resonant frequency; and a frequency selector adapted to provide an output signal from the plurality of second signals.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2007Date of Patent: June 9, 2009Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia
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Patent number: 7545227Abstract: An apparatus, system and method are provided for low-latency start-up of a free-running harmonic oscillator. The exemplary apparatus embodiment comprises a first and second current sources to generate first and second currents; a bias current monitor adapted to detect a magnitude of the second current and to provide a control signal when the magnitude of the second current is equal to or greater than a predetermined magnitude; and a bias controller adapted to switch the first current from the oscillator and to switch the second current to the oscillator in response to the control signal. a reference voltage generator, a comparator, and a bias controller. Exemplary embodiments include reference voltage generator, a comparator, and a bias controller.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2007Date of Patent: June 9, 2009Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, inc.Inventors: Scott Michael Pernia, Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Sundus Kubba
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Patent number: 7532890Abstract: Exemplary system, method, software and apparatus embodiments provide for creating a content-based notification for a mobile device, as a simulated push operation, for devices which do not have push capability. The system comprises a database, a server, and may also include a second web server for user account configuration. The database is adapted to store user account configuration and preference information. The server is adapted to receive a first message having a first protocol, such as SMTP, and to determine whether the content-based notification for the first message should be provided. When the content-based notification is to be provided, the server is adapted to extract a subset of information from the first message, and using the subset of information, to create a second message having a second, different protocol, such as SMS.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2005Date of Patent: May 12, 2009Assignee: Rockliffe SystemsInventors: John Davies, Martin Chapman
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Patent number: 7523293Abstract: The invention presents a unique computational paradigm that provides the tools to take advantage of the parallelism inherent in parallel algorithms to the full spectrum from algorithms through architecture to implementation. The invention provides a new processing architecture that extends the standard instruction set of the conventional uniprocessor architecture. The architecture used to implement this new computational paradigm includes a thread control unit (34), a spawn control unit (38), and an enabled instruction memory (50). The architecture initiates multiple threads and executes them in parallel. Control of the threads is provided such that the threads may be suspended or allowed to execute each at its own pace.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2002Date of Patent: April 21, 2009Inventor: Uzi Y. Vishkin
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Patent number: 7504899Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention provides a clock generator and/or a timing and frequency reference comprising an LC oscillator with a frequency controller to control and provide a stable resonant frequency. Such stability is provided over variations in a selected parameter such as temperature and fabrication process variations. The various apparatus embodiments include a sensor adapted to provide a signal in response to at least one parameter of a plurality of parameters; and a frequency controller adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to the second signal. In exemplary embodiments, the sensor is implemented as a current source responsive to temperature fluctuations, and the frequency controller is implemented as a plurality of controlled reactance modules which are selectively couplable to the oscillator or to one or more control voltages. The controlled reactance modules may include fixed or variable capacitances or inductances, and may be binary weighted.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2006Date of Patent: March 17, 2009Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia, Sundus Kubba
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Patent number: 7490052Abstract: A process and system for integrating information stored in at least two disparate databases. The stored information includes consumer transactional information. According to the process and system, at least one qualitative variable which is common to each database is identified, and then transformed into one or more quantitative variables. The consumer transactional information in each database is then converted into converted information in terms of the quantitative variables. Thereafter, an integrated database is formed for predicting consumer behavior by combining the converted information from the disparate databases.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2006Date of Patent: February 10, 2009Assignee: Experian Marketing Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Max F. Kilger, William E. Engel
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Patent number: 7456699Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention provides a frequency controller to control and provide a stable resonant frequency of a clock generator and/or a timing and frequency reference. Such stability is provided over variations in a selected parameter such as temperature and fabrication process variations. The various apparatus embodiments include a sensor adapted to provide a signal in response to at least one parameter of a plurality of parameters; and a frequency controller adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to the second signal. In exemplary embodiments, the sensor is implemented as a current source responsive to temperature fluctuations, and the frequency controller is implemented as a plurality of controlled reactance modules which are selectively couplable to the resonator or to one or more control voltages. The controlled reactance modules may include fixed or variable capacitances or inductances, and may be binary weighted.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2005Date of Patent: November 25, 2008Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia, Sundus Kubba
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Patent number: 7429870Abstract: The exemplary embodiments provide a resilient integrated circuit. An exemplary IC comprises a plurality of composite circuit elements, a state machine element (SME), and a plurality of communication elements. Each composite circuit element comprises an element interface and a selected circuit element which may vary by element type, and which may be configurable. The state machine element assigns various functions based on element type, such as assigning a first configuration to a first element type, assigning a second configuration to a second element type, and providing a first data link for the corresponding assignments. In response to detection of a fault or failure, the state machine element re-assigns the first configuration to another composite circuit element and creates a second data link for performance of the same function.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2006Date of Patent: September 30, 2008Assignee: Element CXI, LLCInventors: Steven Hennick Kelem, Jaime C. Cummins, John L. Watson, Robert Plunkett, Stephen L. Wasson, Brian A. Box, Enno Wein, Charles A. Furciniti
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Patent number: 7427871Abstract: The exemplary embodiments provide a resilient integrated circuit. An exemplary IC comprises a plurality of composite circuit elements, a state machine element (SME), and a plurality of communication elements. Each composite circuit element comprises an element interface and a selected circuit element which may vary by element type, and which may be configurable. The state machine element assigns various functions based on element type, such as assigning a first configuration to a first element type, assigning a second configuration to a second element type, and providing a first data link for the corresponding assignments. In response to detection of a fault or failure, the state machine element re-assigns the first configuration to another composite circuit element and creates a second data link for performance of the same function.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2006Date of Patent: September 23, 2008Assignee: Element CXI, LLCInventors: Steven Hennick Kelem, Jaime C. Cummins, John L. Watson, Robert Plunkett, Stephen L. Wasson, Brian A. Box, Enno Wein, Charles A. Furciniti
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Patent number: 7397275Abstract: The exemplary embodiments provide a resilient integrated circuit. An exemplary IC comprises a plurality of composite circuit elements, a state machine element (SME), and a plurality of communication elements. Each composite circuit element comprises an element controller, an element interface and a selected circuit element which may vary by element type, and which may be configurable. The state machine element assigns various functions based on element type, such as assigning a first configuration to a first element type, assigning a second configuration to a second element type, and providing a first data link for the corresponding assignments. The element controller controls the execution of data operations by the circuit element. Function assignment, routing, fault detection, and re-assignment and data re-routing can occur in real time for a wide variety of programs and algorithms, providing for the IC to continue the same functioning despite defects which may arise during operation.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2007Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Assignee: Element CXI, LLCInventors: Steven Hennick Kelem, Brian A. Box
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Patent number: 7384902Abstract: The present invention provides a metal brightener and surface cleaner, which provides significant etching of aluminum and other metals, without detrimentally affecting other surfaces such as painted surfaces, glass, rubber and plastic. The inventive composition is especially suited for aluminum brightening for large vehicles, and may be utilized in an alkaline step of a multi-step vehicle wash. One of the exemplary compositions includes an alkali metal hydroxide; a polycarboxylic acid; an alkali metal salt of an organic acid; a first, amphoteric surfactant; a second, betaine surfactant; and a third, nonionic surfactant.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2004Date of Patent: June 10, 2008Assignee: Cleaning Systems, Inc.Inventors: Vladimir Chernin, Ronald W. Kubala, Richard Martens
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Patent number: 7380558Abstract: A vehicle cleaning system in accordance to one embodiment of the present invention includes a horizontally movable carriage suspended above the vehicle, and a vertically moveably support mechanism suspended from said carriage. The support mechanism includes a pair of horizontal spray bars for dispensing liquids that are attached at one end to a dual-pivotal connection defined by the support mechanisms, while the spray bars other end is magnetically aligned with the other end of the other spray bar. The system also includes a the profile of a vehicle positioned between said columns and a controller to communicate with the plurality of sensors control the movement of the carriage and the support mechanisms in response to the profiles of the vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2003Date of Patent: June 3, 2008Assignee: TransClean, Inc.Inventors: David Krause, Forrest Burton, Joseph Grzelak, Russell W. Garniss, Kenneth Smith, David Stank
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Patent number: 7365614Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention provides a clock generator and/or a timing and frequency reference using an LC-oscillator topology, having a frequency controller to control and provide a stable resonant frequency, which is integrated with other, second circuitry such as a processor or controller. Frequency stability is provided over variations in a selected parameter such as temperature and fabrication process variations. The various apparatus embodiments include a sensor adapted to provide a signal in response to at least one parameter of a plurality of parameters; and a frequency controller adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to the second signal. In exemplary embodiments, the sensor is implemented as a current source responsive to temperature fluctuations, and the frequency controller is implemented as a plurality of controlled reactance modules which are selectively couplable to the resonator or to one or more control voltages.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2006Date of Patent: April 29, 2008Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia, Sundus Kubba, Justin O'Day, Gordon Carichner
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Patent number: 7358826Abstract: In various embodiments, the invention provides a discrete clock generator and/or a timing and frequency reference using an LC-oscillator topology, having a frequency controller to control and provide a stable resonant frequency, which may then be provided to other, second circuitry such as a processor or controller. Frequency stability is provided over variations in a selected parameter such as temperature and fabrication process variations. The various apparatus embodiments include a sensor adapted to provide a signal in response to at least one parameter of a plurality of parameters; and a frequency controller adapted to modify the resonant frequency in response to the second signal. In exemplary embodiments, the sensor is implemented as a current source responsive to temperature fluctuations, and the frequency controller is implemented as a plurality of controlled reactance modules which are selectively couplable to the resonator or to one or more control voltages.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2006Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Scott Michael Pernia, Sundus Kubba, Justin O'Day, Gordon Carichner
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Patent number: 7343699Abstract: The method of removing moisture from a material contained within a dryer (3) comprises heating a first stream of gas (A3); passing the heated stream of gas through a dryer (3) to extract moisture from the material to be dried; returning a first portion (E3) of the used gas from an outlet of the dryer (3) to the heater (2), re-heating the second stream of gas (E3) in the heater (2); and passing the heated second stream (B3) back into the dryer (3), wherein the first stream of gas (A3) is atmospheric air from which at least a proportion of the nitrogen present therein has been removed, to thereby increase the percentage by volume of oxygen in the first stream of gas (A3).Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2003Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Inventor: George Svonja
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Patent number: 7307486Abstract: An apparatus, system and method are provided for low-latency start-up of a free-running harmonic oscillator. The exemplary apparatus embodiment comprises a first and second current sources to generate first and second currents; a bias current monitor adapted to detect a magnitude of the second current and to provide a control signal when the magnitude of the second current is equal to or greater than a predetermined magnitude; and a bias controller adapted to switch the first current from the oscillator and to switch the second current to the oscillator in response to the control signal. a reference voltage generator, a comparator, and a bias controller. Exemplary embodiments include reference voltage generator, a comparator, and a bias controller.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2005Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Assignee: Mobius Microsystems, Inc.Inventors: Scott Michael Pernia, Michael Shannon McCorquodale, Sundus Kubba