Patents by Inventor Christopher Gregory

Christopher Gregory 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).

  • Alternative data center building designs
    Patent number: 9167724
    Abstract: A multi-floor data center, comprising in one implementation, a plurality of floors; a first set of server racks disposed about a first vertical center axis on each floor, the first set of server racks formed in a substantially closed shape, with a substantially vertical open center comprising a first airflow plenum at least for air flow; a first opening in each of the floors, with the first opening aligned with the substantially vertical first airflow plenum on it respective floor, wherein the substantially vertical first airflow plenums on the floors are aligned for communication through the first openings in the floors; outer wall; a roof with a roof opening therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2015
    Assignee: Google Inc.
    Inventors: Ankit Somani, Christopher Gregory Malone
  • METHOD FOR CATEGORIZATION OF MULTIPLE PROVIDERS IN A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SERVICE ENVIRONMENT
    Publication number: 20150215888
    Abstract: A communication device locates a preferable wireless service provider in a multi-service provider environment using a frequency band search schedule. Initially, the communications device registers with a less preferred service provider in a first frequency band. While remaining registered with the less preferred service provider, the device examines several frequency bands in the order specified by the frequency band search schedule. A frequency band is examined by dividing the frequency band into many sub-bands, and by locating the strongest signal above a threshold within the sub-band being examined. The examination continues until a second frequency band having a more preferred service provider is located. The communication device then registers with the more preferred service provider. The category of service provider may be identified and displayed on the communication device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2015
    Publication date: July 30, 2015
    Inventors: MICHAEL D. BAMBURAK, John J. Daly, Christopher Gregory Lawrence, Michael Edward Prise, Michael Allen Raffel
  • Stoma closure
    Patent number: 9078764
    Abstract: A stoma closure that includes a conformable portion for conforming to an individual's stoma. The conformable portion includes a sack containing particles. The conformable portion may include a gel that may be loose or be at least partly contained in a sack. The conformable portion may include foam. The conformable portion may be configured to permit venting of flatus, while obstructing the passage of liquid/solid stool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
    Inventors: Geraint Davies, John Cline, Christopher Gregory, Alan Cucknell, Julian Scarfe, Pete Cauwood
  • Valve system for inflatable medical device
    Patent number: 9072875
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a valve system for an inflatable portion of an indwelling medical device and more particularly to a valve system for fluid regulation of a catheter comprising a fluid inflatable portion that undergoes pressure changes within the body during use. The present invention also relates to methods of treatment using said valve system and indwelling medical devices comprising said valve systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Inventors: Yun Jin, Christopher Gregory
  • System and method for early breast cancer detection using electrical property enhanced tomography
    Patent number: 9066671
    Abstract: A system and method for detecting cancerous tissue in a subject is provided. More specifically, the present invention provides a system and method for non-invasively identifying cancerous regions in breast tissue. The system includes a sensor system, a drive system, and a processor. The sensor system includes a sensor plate and, similarly, the drive system includes a drive plate. A time-varying voltage is applied to the drive plate and induced currents are subsequently measured by the sensor plate. Signals indicative of an induced current are then acquired and analyzed by the processor to determine the spatial location of anomalous regions. Subsequently, the anomalous regions are characterized as either cancerous or non-cancerous.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2015
    Assignee: WISYS TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATION
    Inventors: William D. Gregory, Christopher Gregory
  • Method for categorization of multiple providers in a wireless communication service environment
    Patent number: 9002355
    Abstract: A communication device locates a preferable wireless service provider in a multi-service provider environment using a frequency band search schedule. Initially, the communications device registers with a less preferred service provider in a first frequency band. While remaining registered with the less preferred service provider, the device examines several frequency bands in the order specified by the frequency band search schedule. A frequency band is examined by dividing the frequency band into many sub-bands, and by locating the strongest signal above a threshold within the sub-band being examined. The examination continues until a second frequency band having a more preferred service provider is located. The communication device then registers with the more preferred service provider. The category of service provider may be identified and displayed on the communication device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: AT&T Mobility LLC
    Inventors: Michael D. Bamburak, John J. Daly, Christopher Gregory Lawrence, Michael Edward Prise, Michael Allen Raffel
  • APPARATUS FOR PREVENTING OVER INFLATION OF THE RETENTION BALLOON IN MEDICAL CATHETERS AND AIRWAY DEVICES
    Publication number: 20150051542
    Abstract: The body has a fluid inlet port for receiving pressurized fluid and a fluid outlet port connected to the retention balloon. A first passage connects the fluid inlet port and the fluid outlet port. A second passage in the body is connected to the balloon fluid return path and is at the pressure of the retention balloon. A valve prevents fluid flow through the first passage when actuated. The valve includes a pressure-responsive member movable to a position to obstruct fluid flow in response to fluid pressure in the second passage exceeding the predetermined level. Flexible means such as a membrane defines a normally open portion of the first fluid passage, which is closed by the moveable means bearing on the membrane when pressure exceeding the predetermined level actuates the valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2014
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Applicant: CONVATEC TECHNOLOGIES INC.
    Inventors: Christopher Gregory, Yun Jin, John B. Cline
  • Alternative data center building designs
    Patent number: 8931221
    Abstract: A multi-floor data center, comprising in one implementation, a plurality of floors; a first set of server racks disposed about a first vertical center axis on each floor, the first set of server racks formed in a substantially closed shape, with a substantially vertical open center comprising a first airflow plenum at least for air flow; a first opening in each of the floors, with the first opening aligned with the substantially vertical first airflow plenum on it respective floor, wherein the substantially vertical first airflow plenums on the floors are aligned for communication through the first openings in the floors; outer wall; a roof with a roof opening therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: Google Inc.
    Inventors: Ankit Somani, Christopher Gregory Malone
  • Transmissions with Torque and/or Speed Sensor Arrangements
    Publication number: 20150012193
    Abstract: A transmission includes sensors positioned adjacent respective pairs of magnetized bands on a shaft of the transmission for detecting magnetic flux emanating from the bands in response to torque on the shaft. The transmission further includes an electronics interface assembly configured to respectively provide drive signals to the sensors and to receive from the sensors, in response to the drive signals, output signals indicative of the torque on the shaft as detected by the sensors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2014
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventors: Gregory Michael Pietron, Nimrod Kapas, Joseph F. Kucharski, Steven Adam Hermann, Christopher Gregory Garbacz, Yuji Fujii, Diana Yanakiev, Roberto Teran, JR.
  • Apparatus for preventing over inflation of the retention balloon in medical catheters and airway devices
    Patent number: 8888739
    Abstract: The body has a fluid inlet port for receiving pressurized fluid and a fluid outlet port connected to the retention balloon. A first passage connects the fluid inlet port and the fluid outlet port. A second passage in the body is connected to the balloon fluid return path and is at the pressure of the retention balloon. A valve prevents fluid flow through the first passage when actuated. The valve includes a pressure-responsive member movable to a position to obstruct fluid flow in response to fluid pressure in the second passage exceeding the predetermined level. Flexible means such as a membrane defines a normally open portion of the first fluid passage, which is closed by the moveable means bearing on the membrane when pressure exceeding the predetermined level actuates the valve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: ConvaTec Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Gregory, Yun Jin, John B. Cline
  • Temporary ostomy appliance
    Patent number: 8858520
    Abstract: A temporary ostomy appliance is disclosed, including a catheter for extending through the abdominal wall into the intestine. The catheter may be a transcecal catheter for extending through the cecal valve into the ileum. A portion of a catheter that extends through the cecal valve is made collapsible when the catheter is empty. The collapsed portion expands to permit passage of effluent. A balloon carried on the catheter is preformed with a shape and size in order to permit inflation without elastic stretching of the balloon wall material. A filament is provided for permitting a portion of the catheter to be fastened to internal body tissue by surgical sutures or staples. In order to release the fastening without further surgery, the filament is withdrawn by pulling on a proximal portion outside the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: Convatec Technologies Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher Gregory
  • Transmissions with electronics interface assembly for torque sensor
    Patent number: 8844379
    Abstract: A transmission includes sensors positioned adjacent respective pairs of magnetized bands on a shaft of the transmission for detecting magnetic flux emanating from the bands in response to torque on the shaft. The transmission further includes an electronics interface assembly configured to respectively provide drive signals to the sensors and to receive from the sensors, in response to the drive signals, output signals indicative of the torque on the shaft as detected by the sensors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Gregory Michael Pietron, Nimrod Kapas, Joseph F. Kucharski, Steven Adam Hermann, Christopher Gregory Garbacz, Yuji Fujii, Diana Yanakiev, Roberto Teran, Jr.
  • MULTI COOKER AND STIR TOWER WITH DOCKING STATION
    Publication number: 20140245904
    Abstract: A cooking appliance kit includes a housing having a plurality of walls defining a heating cavity. A cooking vessel is configured to be inserted into the heating cavity. The cooking vessel includes a first rounded end, a second rounded end, and an intermediate necked portion that defines first and second wells that at least partially intersect. First and second distinct heater plates are disposed in the first and second wells, respectively. First and second drive arms are removable coupled to the housing in an operable communication with the drive system. The first drive arm includes a flipping wand and the second drive arm includes a stirring wand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Inventors: Michael P. Conti, Christopher A. Gregory, Daniel A. Altenritter
  • ELECTRIC STIRRING TOWER WITH LID
    Publication number: 20140245903
    Abstract: A cooking appliance kit includes a housing having a plurality of walls defining a heating cavity. A cooking vessel is configured to be inserted into the heating cavity. The cooking vessel includes a first rounded end, a second rounded end, and an intermediate necked portion that defines first and second wells that at least partially intersect. First and second distinct heater plates are disposed in the first and second wells, respectively. First and second drive arms are removable coupled to the housing in an operable communication with the drive system. The first drive arm includes a flipping wand and the second drive arm includes a stirring wand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2013
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Inventors: Michael P. Conti, Christopher A. Gregory, Daniel A. Altenritter, Bryce K. Porter, Mark J. Sherman
  • ALTERNATIVE DATA CENTER BUILDING DESIGNS
    Publication number: 20140137491
    Abstract: A multi-floor data center, comprising in one implementation, a plurality of floors; a first set of server racks disposed about a first vertical center axis on each floor, the first set of server racks formed in a substantially closed shape, with a substantially vertical open center comprising a first airflow plenum at least for air flow; a first opening in each of the floors, with the first opening aligned with the substantially vertical first airflow plenum on it respective floor, wherein the substantially vertical first airflow plenums on the floors are aligned for communication through the first openings in the floors; outer wall; a roof with a roof opening therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2012
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Inventors: Ankit SOMANI, Christopher Gregory MALONE
  • VALVE SYSTEM FOR INFLATABLE MEDICAL DEVICE
    Publication number: 20140107572
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a valve system for an inflatable portion of an indwelling medical device and more particularly to a valve system for fluid regulation of a catheter comprising a fluid inflatable portion that undergoes pressure changes within the body during use. The present invention also relates to methods of treatment using said valve system and indwelling medical devices comprising said valve systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2012
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: CONVATEC TECHNOLOGIES INC.
    Inventors: Yun Jin, Christopher Gregory
  • APPARATUS FOR PREVENTING OVER INFLATION OF THE RETENTION BALLOON IN MEDICAL CATHETERS AND AIRWAY DEVICES
    Publication number: 20140052063
    Abstract: The body has a fluid inlet port for receiving pressurized fluid and a fluid outlet port connected to the retention balloon. A first passage connects the fluid inlet port and the fluid outlet port. A second passage in the body is connected to the balloon fluid return path and is at the pressure of the retention balloon. A valve prevents fluid flow through the first passage when actuated. The valve includes a pressure-responsive member movable to a position to obstruct fluid flow in response to fluid pressure in the second passage exceeding the predetermined level. Flexible means such as a membrane defines a normally open portion of the first fluid passage, which is closed by the moveable means bearing on the membrane when pressure exceeding the predetermined level actuates the valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2012
    Publication date: February 20, 2014
    Applicant: ConvaTec Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher Gregory, Yun Jin, John B. Cline
  • Digital countertop oven
    Patent number: D717579
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher A. Gregory, Leif A. Norland
  • Multicooker
    Patent number: D735521
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2015
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher L. Carpenter, Christopher A. Gregory
  • Stir tower
    Patent number: D745318
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2015
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher L. Carpenter, Christopher A. Gregory