Patents by Inventor David K. Roberts

David K. Roberts 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).

  • Publication number: 20240135388
    Abstract: A computer executed process for mimicking human dialog, referred to herein as a “humanoid” or “humanoid system,” can be configured to provide automated customer support. The humanoid can identify a support issue for a customer, as well as a customer support campaign corresponding to the support issue. The humanoid can identify at least one machine learning model associated with the customer support campaign and can communicate with the customer using the at least one machine learning model. The humanoid can execute a support action to resolve the support issue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2023
    Publication date: April 25, 2024
    Inventors: David C. White, JR., Jay K. Johnston, Magnus Mortensen, Christopher Shaun Roberts, Kevin D. McCabe
  • Patent number: 11942516
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are quantum dot devices, as well as related computing devices and methods. For example, in some embodiments, a quantum dot device may include: a quantum well stack; a first gate above the quantum well stack, wherein the first gate includes a first gate metal and a first gate dielectric; and a second gate above the quantum well stack, wherein the second gate includes a second gate metal and a second gate dielectric, and the first gate is at least partially between a portion of the second gate and the quantum well stack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: Intel Corporation
    Inventors: Nicole K. Thomas, Ravi Pillarisetty, Kanwaljit Singh, Hubert C. George, David J. Michalak, Lester Lampert, Zachary R. Yoscovits, Roman Caudillo, Jeanette M. Roberts, James S. Clarke
  • Patent number: 11641494
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2023
    Assignee: ROKU, INC.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20210360299
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Patent number: 11109074
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: Roku, Inc.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20200322653
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2020
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Patent number: 10784656
    Abstract: An apparatus for distributing power from a power source to a set of power outputs using a power distribution rack includes a manifold having a set of bus bars in a wall and coupling a power source to a set of electronic cards, wherein the electronic cards route the power from the power source to the power outputs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: GE Aviation Systems Limited
    Inventors: David K. Roberts, Christopher Andrew Leivers, John Oliver Collins
  • Patent number: 10767943
    Abstract: Threaded metal inserts for polymer lower receivers and hybrid polymer lower receivers comprising one or more of such inserts, as well as kits and methods therefor are disclosed. A threaded metal insert has a substantially circular aperture configured with screw threads to releasably yet connectively interface with a separate traditionally threaded firearm component such as a buffer tube or a pistol grip screw. Inserts can be any overall shape so long as it can be integrally embedded within a traditionally threaded portion of a polymer lower receiver in a way that does not interfere with normal operation of an assembled firearm and leaves exposed the internal threading of the insert. Inserts can also comprise textural features on the exterior surface configured to permanently interface with and embed the an insert into molded polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2020
    Inventor: David K Roberts
  • Patent number: 10595053
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2020
    Assignee: Gracenote, Inc.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20190327502
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2019
    Publication date: October 24, 2019
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Patent number: 10250916
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Assignee: Gracenote, Inc.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20190045240
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Publication date: February 7, 2019
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Patent number: 10184737
    Abstract: Threaded metal inserts for polymer lower receivers and hybrid polymer lower receivers comprising one or more of such inserts, as well as kits and methods therefor are disclosed. A threaded metal insert has a substantially circular aperture configured with screw threads to releasably yet connectively interface with a separate traditionally threaded firearm component such as a buffer tube or a pistol grip screw. Inserts can be any overall shape so long as it can be integrally embedded within a traditionally threaded portion of a polymer lower receiver in a way that does not interfere with normal operation of an assembled firearm and leaves exposed the internal threading of the insert. Inserts can also comprise textural features on the exterior surface configured to permanently interface with and embed the an insert into molded polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2019
    Inventor: David K Roberts
  • Publication number: 20180358785
    Abstract: An apparatus for distributing power from a power source to a set of power outputs using a power distribution rack includes a manifold having a set of bus bars in a wall and coupling a power source to a set of electronic cards, wherein the electronic cards route the power from the power source to the power outputs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2018
    Publication date: December 13, 2018
    Inventors: David K. ROBERTS, Christopher Andrew LEIVERS, John Oliver COLLINS
  • Patent number: 10045054
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: Gracenote, Inc.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20170289590
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2017
    Publication date: October 5, 2017
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20170219305
    Abstract: Threaded metal inserts for polymer lower receivers and hybrid polymer lower receivers comprising one or more of such inserts, as well as kits and methods therefor are disclosed. A threaded metal insert has a substantially circular aperture configured with screw threads to releasably yet connectively interface with a separate traditionally threaded firearm component such as a buffer tube or a pistol grip screw. Inserts can be any overall shape so long as it can be integrally embedded within a traditionally threaded portion of a polymer lower receiver in a way that does not interfere with normal operation of an assembled firearm and leaves exposed the internal threading of the insert. Inserts can also comprise textural features on the exterior surface configured to permanently interface with and embed the an insert into molded polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2017
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Inventor: David K. Roberts
  • Patent number: 9712853
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: Gracenote, Inc.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20170013291
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2016
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts
  • Patent number: 9479831
    Abstract: A device is configured to perform a method that detects a trigger marker for an action corresponding to a segment of a multimedia signal. A fingerprint is generated based on the segment of the multimedia signal at a trigger time point. The generated fingerprint is stored in a database and communicated to the device. During playback of the multimedia signal, fingerprints of segments of the multimedia signal are generated and matched against fingerprints in the database. When a match is found, one or more associated actions for the segment are retrieved by the device. The trigger time point may be determined as a time point near or at the segment of the multimedia signal with the matched fingerprint. In this way, trigger markers for actions may be enabled without modifying the multimedia signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: Gracenote, Inc.
    Inventors: Job Cornelis Oostveen, Warner Rudolph Theophile Ten Kate, Adrianus Johannes Maria Denissen, David K. Roberts