Patents by Inventor Brett David Wendler
Brett David Wendler 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).
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Patent number: 9691305Abstract: Pixel interleaving configurations for use in high definition electronic sign displays where each and every scan line includes full red, green, and blue color representation to provide for high resolution electronic video sign displays.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2015Date of Patent: June 27, 2017Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brent A. Joffer, Brett David Wendler, Glenn P. Luke, Nathan Lane Nearman, Chad Neal Gloege, Matthew Ray Mueller, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Eric Steven Bravek, Ryan Mark Hansen
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Publication number: 20160071442Abstract: Pixel interleaving configurations for use in high definition electronic sign displays where each and every scan line includes full red, green, and blue color representation to provide for high resolution electronic video sign displays.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2015Publication date: March 10, 2016Inventors: Brent A. Joffer, Brett David Wendler, Glenn P. Luke, Nathan Lane Nearman, Chad Neal Gloege, Matthew Ray Mueller, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Eric Steven Bravek, Ryan Mark Hansen
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Publication number: 20150345774Abstract: Discrete flexible pixel assemblies can be hermetically sealed from the environment and can comprise unitary, self-contained replaceable modules which enable efficient, economical production of large scale, free-form electronic displays, signs and lighting effects for outdoor use. The method and means for producing hermetically sealed discrete flexible pixel assemblies can include encapsulation means, exterior encasement means, and cable connector means.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2015Publication date: December 3, 2015Inventors: Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Erich J. Grebel
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Publication number: 20150228208Abstract: Pixel interleaving configurations for use in high definition electronic sign displays where each and every scan line includes full red, green, and blue color representation to provide for high resolution electronic video sign displays.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2015Publication date: August 13, 2015Inventors: Brent A. Joffer, Brett David Wendler, Glenn P. Luke, Nathan Lane Nearman, Chad Neal Gloege, Matthew Ray Mueller, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Eric Steven Bravek, Ryan Mark Hansen
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Patent number: 9052092Abstract: Discrete flexible pixel assemblies can be hermetically sealed from the environment and can comprise unitary, self-contained replaceable modules which enable efficient, economical production of large scale, free-form electronic displays, signs and lighting effects for outdoor use. The method and means for producing hermetically sealed discrete flexible pixel assemblies can include encapsulation means, exterior encasement means, and cable connector means.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2013Date of Patent: June 9, 2015Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Erich J. Grebel
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Publication number: 20140313238Abstract: Pixel interleaving configurations for use in high definition electronic sign displays where each and every scan line includes fall red, green, and blue color representation to provide for high resolution electronic video sign displays.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2014Publication date: October 23, 2014Applicant: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brent A. Joffer, Brett David Wendler, Glenn P. Luke, Nathan Lane Nearman, Chad Neal Gloege, Matthew Ray Mueller, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Eric Steven Bravek, Ryan Mark Hansen
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Patent number: 8711067Abstract: Pixel interleaving configurations for use in high definition electronic sign displays where each and every scan line includes full red, green, and blue color representation to provide for high resolution electronic video sign displays.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2012Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brent A. Joffer, Brett David Wendler, Glenn P. Luke, Nathan Lane Nearman, Chad Neal Gloege, Matthew Ray Mueller, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Eric Steven Bravek, Ryan Mark Hansen
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Publication number: 20140016319Abstract: Discrete flexible pixel assemblies can be hermetically sealed from the environment and can comprise unitary, self-contained replaceable modules which enable efficient, economical production of large scale, free-form electronic displays, signs and lighting effects for outdoor use. The method and means for producing hermetically sealed discrete flexible pixel assemblies can include encapsulation means, exterior encasement means, and cable connector means.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2013Publication date: January 16, 2014Applicant: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Erich J. Grebel
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Patent number: 8604509Abstract: Discreet flexible pixel elements connected in series comprise flexible pixel strings that are conformably applied to irregular shapes and surfaces thereby to produce free-form electronic displays and signage. Means for serial connection of discreet flexible pixel elements enable efficient power, data and control signal distribution. Image data conversion means translates conventional graphical image data into visual image data and control signals to drive discreet flexible pixel elements. The discreet flexible pixel element, serial connection means, and signal distribution means of the present invention enable efficient, economical production of large scale, free-form electronic displays, signs and lighting effects.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2012Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Erich J. Grebel
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Patent number: 8552929Abstract: A graphical display station of arbitrary shape such as channel letters or other shaped structures is populated with pixels which are components of flexible pixel strings which can be arranged to fit the arbitrary shape(s). The flexible pixel strings provide for straightforward and cost effective fabrication of channel letter or other shaped displays. The invention also includes pixel units which comprise lighting elements together with such control circuits as are needed to roperly drive the lighting elements to form a graphical image. Addressing of the particular pixels is provided to accommodate the arbitrary arrangement of pixels of the flexible pixel strings. Methods of fabricating a channel letter display are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2013Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Thomas R. Mittan, Chad Neal Gloege, Brett David Wendler
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Patent number: 8552928Abstract: Discrete flexible pixel assemblies can be hermetically sealed from the environment and can comprise unitary, self-contained replaceable modules which enable efficient, economical production of large scale, free-form electronic displays, signs and lighting effects for outdoor use. The method and means for producing hermetically sealed discrete flexible pixel assemblies can include encapsulation means, exterior encasement means, and cable connector means.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 2011Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Erich J. Grebel
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Patent number: 8363038Abstract: A graphical display station of arbitrary shape such as channel letters or other shaped structures is populated with pixels which are components of flexible pixel strings which can be arranged to fit the arbitrary shape(s). The flexible pixel strings provide for straightforward and cost effective fabrication of channel letter or other shaped displays. The invention also includes pixel units which comprise lighting elements together with such control circuits as are needed to roperly drive the lighting elements to form a graphical image. Addressing of the particular pixels is provided to accommodate the arbitrary arrangement of pixels of the flexible pixel strings. Methods of fabricating a channel letter display are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2012Date of Patent: January 29, 2013Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Thomas R. Mittan, Chad Neal Gloege, Brett David Wendler
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Patent number: 8269700Abstract: Pixel interleaving configurations for use in high definition electronic sign displays where each and every scan line includes full red, green, and blue color representation to provide for high resolution electronic video sign displays.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2012Date of Patent: September 18, 2012Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brent A. Joffer, Brett David Wendler, Glenn P. Luke, Nathan Lane Nearman, Chad Neal Gloege, Matthew Ray Mueller, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Eric Steven Bravek, Ryan Mark Hansen
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Patent number: 8172097Abstract: An LED display module having features for improvement over prior art devices by providing novel features for improved LED visibility, improved weather and climatological sealing, improved electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression, improved heat dissipation, and improved airflow.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2006Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Nathan Lane Nearman, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Matt Ray Mueller, Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Robert James Lutz, Ryan Mark Hansen, Nick Joeseph Fanning
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Patent number: 8106923Abstract: A graphical display station of arbitrary shape such as channel letters or other shaped structures is populated with pixels which are components of flexible pixel strings which can be arranged to fit the arbitrary shape(s). The flexible pixel strings provide for straightforward and cost effective fabrication of channel letter or other shaped displays. The invention also includes pixel units which comprise lighting elements together with such control circuits as are needed to properly drive the lighting elements to form a graphical image. Addressing of the particular pixels is provided to accommodate the arbitrary arrangement of pixels of the flexible pixel strings. Methods of fabricating a channel letter display are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2011Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Thomas R. Mittan, Chad Neal Gloege, Brett David Wendler
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Patent number: 7646357Abstract: A video display system including an electronic sign, a electronic sign control system utilizing a general purpose personal computer, having a video interface card, controlled by clock and command signals from said personal computer, containing a plurality of video and digital input ports and a high speed output port, a transmitter link control card, also under the control of clock and command signals from said personal computer, for transmitting video display, clock, and command signals to a remote data receiver and distributor associated with the electronic sign, which converts said signals into device control signals for controlling individual sign display elements.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2004Date of Patent: January 12, 2010Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brent Henry Berger, Reece Alan Kurtenbach, Daniel Anthony Schulte, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Brett David Wendler
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Publication number: 20080078733Abstract: An LED display module having features for improvement over prior art devices by providing novel features for improved LED visibility, improved weather and climatological sealing, improved electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression, improved heat dissipation, and improved airflow.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2006Publication date: April 3, 2008Inventors: Nathan Lane Nearman, Shannon Lee Mutschelknaus, Matt Ray Mueller, Brett David Wendler, Eric Steven Bravek, Robert James Lutz, Ryan Mark Hansen, Nick Joeseph Fanning
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Patent number: 6819303Abstract: A video display system including an electronic sign, a electronic sign control system utilizing a general purpose personal computer, having a video interface card, controlled by clock and command signals from said personal computer, containing a plurality of video and digital input ports and a high speed output port, a transmitter link control card, also under the control of clock and command signals from said personal computer, for transmitting video display, clock, and command signals to a remote data receiver and distributor associated with the electronic sign, which converts said signals into device control signals for controlling individual sign display elements.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 1998Date of Patent: November 16, 2004Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Brent Henry Berger, Reece Alan Kurtenbach, Daniel Anthony Schulte, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Brett David Wendler
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Publication number: 20040212638Abstract: A video display system including an electronic sign, a electronic sign control system utilizing a general purpose personal computer, having a video interface card, controlled by clock and command signals from said personal computer, containing a plurality of video and digital input ports and a high speed output port, a transmitter link control card, also under the control of clock and command signals from said personal computer, for transmitting video display, clock, and command signals to a remote data receiver and distributor associated with the electronic sign, which converts said signals into device control signals for controlling individual sign display elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2004Publication date: October 28, 2004Inventors: Brent Henry Berger, Reece Alan Kurtenbach, Daniel Anthony Schulte, Joseph Gerard Schulte, Brett David Wendler
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Patent number: 6169632Abstract: Modular display system having LED pixels and lenses aligned to the LED's to increase intensity, increase view angle and increase overall viewability. Louvers align along the LED's and lenses to shade the LED's and lenses from ambient light to increase viewability. Modular display panels which contain the LED's, lenses, louvers and other associated components are accessible from the front and back for changeover or repair.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2000Date of Patent: January 2, 2001Assignee: Daktronics, Inc.Inventors: Reece A. Kurtenbach, Robert James Lutz, Robert E. Seeley, Brett David Wendler