Patents by Inventor A. Speranza

A. Speranza 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).

  • Patent number: 10607899
    Abstract: An apparatus for and methods of repairing and manufacturing integrated circuits using the apparatus. The apparatus, comprising: a vacuum chamber containing: a movable stage configured to hold a substrate; an inspection and analysis probe; a heat source; a gas injector; and a gas manifold connecting multiple gas sources to the gas injector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2020
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Shawn A. Adderly, Jeffrey P. Gambino, Eric A. Joseph, Anthony C. Speranza
  • Patent number: 10350448
    Abstract: A bimanual arm trainer that provides therapeutic bimanual repetitive exercise to improve upper body movement and flexibility has a top support that is elevated relative to a ground surface. The trainer further includes: (a) first and second arm holders that are pivotable relative to the top support; and (b) first and second arm holder housings that are pivotably coupled to the top support and can be moved into a plurality of different positions and locked in place in one of the plurality of different positions relative to the top support. The first arm holder is pivotably coupled to the first arm holder and the second arm holder is pivotably coupled to the second arm holder. A reciprocating translation mechanism operatively connects the first and second arm holders such that the motion of one of the first and second arm holders is mirrored in the other of the first and second arm holders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: MIRRORED MOTION WORKS, INC.
    Inventors: Donald J. Weisz, Preeti Raghavan, Frank Speranza
  • Patent number: 10244998
    Abstract: A medical imaging device mountable on a support structure having a horizontal surface and at least one substantially vertical surface. The imaging device includes a frame and a gantry having a radiation source and a radiation detector. The gantry is rotatable with respect to the frame. The imaging device includes a first vertical adjustment element and a second vertical adjustment element. The first vertical adjustment element has a first end couplable to the horizontal surface and a second end coupled to the frame, the first end is located a first distance from the second end, and adjustable over a first range. The second vertical adjustment element has a third end coupled to the frame and a fourth end coupled to the gantry. The third end is located a second distance from the fourth end, and is adjustable over a second range, and the fourth end is rotatable with respect to the third end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Assignee: DENTAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Frederick W. Cowdery, Frank Speranza, Carl Anthony Yacono, Tyler Betteridge
  • Patent number: 10186849
    Abstract: An apparatus and method comprising an access tube which is insertable into a duct via a flange once an insulator of the ISO Bus system is removed. The access tube is configured so one end connects to the surface of the conductor and the second end remains open to the outside of the duct. The method comprises removing at least one insulator from the ISO Bus system and inserting the access tube through a flange and accessing the damaged conductor with one or more repair tools via an open end of the access tool. Any debris generated during the repair is contained in the access tube and can be easily vacuumed before removing the access tube.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2019
    Assignee: Speranza Machining, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard Joseph Speranza
  • Publication number: 20170129387
    Abstract: A replacement lamp assembly for replacing a vehicle lamp that has been broken out leaving at least one cylindrical lamp flange is provided. The replacement lamp assembly includes a vehicle lamp having a housing with a base, a lens and an interior portion with at least one light source positioned therein and an attachment member. The attachment member includes an upper lamp retaining section having a first cylindrical wall with an inner surface and an outer surface, a second cylindrical wall with an inner surface and an outer surface spaced apart from the first cylindrical wall and connected thereto by an upper edge, wherein a lower end of second cylindrical wall abuts the at least one flange. A mounting section is formed integral with the lamp retaining section and includes a third cylindrical wall with an inner surface and an outer surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2016
    Publication date: May 11, 2017
    Applicant: Truck-Lite Co., LLC
    Inventors: Michael Speranza, Scott Troutman
  • Publication number: 20170117195
    Abstract: An apparatus for and methods of repairing and manufacturing integrated circuits using the apparatus. The apparatus, comprising: a vacuum chamber containing: a movable stage configured to hold a substrate; an inspection and analysis probe; a heat source; a gas injector; and a gas manifold connecting multiple gas sources to the gas injector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2017
    Publication date: April 27, 2017
    Inventors: Shawn A. Adderly, Jeffrey P. Gambino, Eric A. Joseph, Anthony C. Speranza
  • Patent number: 9583401
    Abstract: An apparatus for and methods of repairing and manufacturing integrated circuits using the apparatus. The apparatus, comprising: a vacuum chamber containing: a movable stage configured to hold a substrate; an inspection and analysis probe; a heat source; a gas injector; and a gas manifold connecting multiple gas sources to the gas injector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Shawn A. Adderly, Jeffrey P. Gambino, Eric A. Joseph, Anthony C. Speranza
  • Publication number: 20170040785
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for an apparatus and method for repairing a damaged conductor of an ISO Bus system. The apparatus comprises an access tube which is insertable into a duct via a flange once an insulator of the ISO Bus system is removed. The access tube is configured so one end connects to the surface of the conductor and the second end remains open to the outside of the duct. The method comprises removing at least one insulator from the ISO Bus system and inserting the access tube through a flange and accessing the damaged conductor with one or more repair tools via an open end of the access tool. Any debris generated during the repair is contained in the access tube and can be easily vacuumed before removing the access tube providing a safe and efficient means for repairing conductors as compared to the prior art.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Inventor: Richard Joseph Speranza
  • Patent number: 9484301
    Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a controlled metal extrusion opening in a semiconductor structure. Various embodiments include a semiconductor structure. The structure includes an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer, and a lateral extrusion receiving opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor structure. Additional embodiments include a method of forming a semiconductor structure. The method can include forming an aluminum layer over a titanium layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The method can also include forming an opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2016
    Assignee: GLOBALFOUNDRIES INC.
    Inventors: Max G. Levy, Gary L. Milo, Matthew D. Moon, Anthony C. Speranza, Timothy D. Sullivan, David C. Thomas, Steven S. Williams
  • Publication number: 20160271438
    Abstract: A bimanual arm trainer that provides therapeutic bimanual repetitive exercise to improve upper body movement and flexibility has a top support that is elevated relative to a ground surface. The trainer further includes: (a) first and second arm holders that are pivotable relative to the top support; and (b) first and second arm holder housings that are pivotably coupled to the top support and can be moved into a plurality of different positions and locked in place in one of the plurality of different positions relative to the top support. The first arm holder is pivotably coupled to the first arm holder and the second arm holder is pivotably coupled to the second arm holder. A reciprocating translation mechanism operatively connects the first and second arm holders such that the motion of one of the first and second arm holders is mirrored in the other of the first and second arm holders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Publication date: September 22, 2016
    Inventors: Donald J. Weisz, Preeti Raghavan, Frank Speranza
  • Publication number: 20160220205
    Abstract: A medical imaging device mountable on a support structure having a horizontal surface and at least one substantially vertical surface. The imaging device includes a frame and a gantry having a radiation source and a radiation detector. The gantry is rotatable with respect to the frame. The imaging device includes a first vertical adjustment element and a second vertical adjustment element. The first vertical adjustment element has a first end couplable to the horizontal surface and a second end coupled to the frame, the first end is located a first distance from the second end, and adjustable over a first range. The second vertical adjustment element has a third end coupled to the frame and a fourth end coupled to the gantry. The third end is located a second distance from the fourth end, and is adjustable over a second range, and the fourth end is rotatable with respect to the third end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2016
    Publication date: August 4, 2016
    Inventors: Frederick W. Cowdery, Frank Speranza, Carl Anthony Yacono, Tyler Betteridge
  • Patent number: 9307946
    Abstract: A medical imaging device mountable on a support structure having a horizontal surface and at least one substantially vertical surface. The imaging device includes a frame and a gantry having a radiation source and a radiation detector. The gantry is rotatable with respect to the frame. The imaging device includes a first vertical adjustment element and a second vertical adjustment element. The first vertical adjustment element has a first end couplable to the horizontal surface and a second end coupled to the frame, the first end is located a first distance from the second end, and adjustable over a first range. The second vertical adjustment element has a third end coupled to the frame and a fourth end coupled to the gantry. The third end is located a second distance from the fourth end, and is adjustable over a second range, and the fourth end is rotatable with respect to the third end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: DENTAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Frederick W. Cowdery, Frank Speranza, Carl Anthony Yacono, Tyler Betteridge
  • Publication number: 20150255395
    Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a controlled metal extrusion opening in a semiconductor structure. Various embodiments include a semiconductor structure. The structure includes an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer, and a lateral extrusion receiving opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor structure. Additional embodiments include a method of forming a semiconductor structure. The method can include forming an aluminum layer over a titanium layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The method can also include forming an opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2015
    Publication date: September 10, 2015
    Inventors: Max G. Levy, Gary L. Milo, Matthew D. Moon, Anthony C. Speranza, Timothy D. Sullivan, David C. Thomas, Steven S. Williams
  • Publication number: 20150228548
    Abstract: An apparatus for and methods of repairing and manufacturing integrated circuits using the apparatus. The apparatus, comprising: a vacuum chamber containing: a movable stage configured to hold a substrate; an inspection and analysis probe; a heat source; a gas injector; and a gas manifold connecting multiple gas sources to the gas injector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2014
    Publication date: August 13, 2015
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Shawn A. Adderly, Jeffrey P. Gambino, Eric A. Joseph, Anthony C. Speranza
  • Publication number: 20150208980
    Abstract: An alignment frame for use in weight bearing imaging of a knee or knees, the alignment frame includes a base with a support extending upward from a base. A thigh positioner is attached to the support. The thigh positioner includes a panel portion for contact by a user's thigh, and an imaging portion located below the panel portion. The imaging portion is made from material that does not interfere with imaging transmissions, such as x-rays and MRI transmissions (e.g., made from x-ray compatible and/or MRI compatible materials). At least one foot alignment device is on the base. The foot alignment device includes at least one foot positioner with an inner wall and a toe wall, the inner wall extending medially away from the toe wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2015
    Publication date: July 30, 2015
    Applicant: CURVEBEAM LLC
    Inventors: Neil Segal, Frank Speranza
  • Patent number: 9087839
    Abstract: Disclosed are semiconductor structures with metal lines and methods of manufacture which reduce or eliminate extrusion formation. The method includes forming a metal wiring comprising a layered structure of metal materials with an upper constraining layer. The method further includes forming a film on the metal wiring which prevents metal extrusion during an annealing process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2015
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn A. Adderly, Daniel A. Delibac, Zhong-Xiang He, Matthew D. Moon, Anthony C. Speranza, Timothy D. Sullivan, David C. Thomas, Eric J. White
  • Patent number: 9059258
    Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a controlled metal extrusion opening in a semiconductor structure. Various embodiments include a semiconductor structure. The structure includes an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer, and a lateral extrusion receiving opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor structure. Additional embodiments include a method of forming a semiconductor structure. The method can include forming an aluminum layer over a titanium layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The method can also include forming an opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2015
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Max G. Levy, Gary L. Milo, Matthew D. Moon, Anthony C. Speranza, Timothy D. Sullivan, David C. Thomas, Steven S. Williams
  • Publication number: 20140291802
    Abstract: Disclosed are semiconductor structures with metal lines and methods of manufacture which reduce or eliminate extrusion formation. The method includes forming a metal wiring comprising a layered structure of metal materials with an upper constraining layer. The method further includes forming a film on the metal wiring which prevents metal extrusion during an annealing process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2013
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Shawn A. Adderly, Daniel A. Delibac, Zhong-Xiang He, Matthew D. Moon, Anthony C. Speranza, Timothy D. Sullivan, David C. Thomas, Eric J. White
  • Publication number: 20140270062
    Abstract: A medical imaging device mountable on a support structure having a horizontal surface and at least one substantially vertical surface. The imaging device includes a frame and a gantry having a radiation source and a radiation detector. The gantry is rotatable with respect to the frame. The imaging device includes a first vertical adjustment element and a second vertical adjustment element. The first vertical adjustment element has a first end couplable to the horizontal surface and a second end coupled to the frame, the first end is located a first distance from the second end, and adjustable over a first range. The second vertical adjustment element has a third end coupled to the frame and a fourth end coupled to the gantry. The third end is located a second distance from the fourth end, and is adjustable over a second range, and the fourth end is rotatable with respect to the third end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Frederick W. Cowdery, Frank Speranza, Carl Anthony Yacono, Tyler Betteridge
  • Publication number: 20140246777
    Abstract: Aspects of the present invention relate to a controlled metal extrusion opening in a semiconductor structure. Various embodiments include a semiconductor structure. The structure includes an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer, and a lateral extrusion receiving opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor structure. Additional embodiments include a method of forming a semiconductor structure. The method can include forming an aluminum layer over a titanium layer. The aluminum layer includes an aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The method can also include forming an opening extending through the aluminum layer adjacent the aluminum island within the aluminum layer. The opening includes a lateral extrusion of the aluminum layer of the semiconductor layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2013
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Max G. Levy, Gary L. Milo, Matthew D. Moon, Anthony C. Speranza, Timothy D. Sullivan, David C. Thomas, Steven S. Williams