Patents by Inventor David Underwood
David Underwood 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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Publication number: 20170149181Abstract: An electrical furniture assembly has: (i) a furniture assembly comprising: (A) a base, (B) a transverse member, and (C) a coupler for coupling the base to the transverse member; and (ii) an electrical hub configured to selectively reside within the furniture assembly. The electrical hub features: (A) an electrical outlet assembly; (B) a securement panel; and (C) a spring-biased installation clip. The electrical hub is selectively secured at least partially within a transverse member of a furniture assembly and may be plugged into an external power source to supply power to various electronic devices conveniently used by a user sitting on the furniture assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2016Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Shawn Nelson, David Underwood, Brian Kuchler, David M. Cowan
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Publication number: 20170150264Abstract: An electronic furniture assembly of the present invention comprises: (i) a furniture assembly comprising: (A) a base (e.g., a seat portion), (B) at least one transverse member (e.g., a side, armrest or backrest), and (C) a coupler for selectively coupling the base to the transverse member; (ii) an electrical hub for providing electrical power to the speakers, the hub configured to selectively reside within the furniture assembly; and (iii) a speaker system mounted within one or more portions of the furniture assembly. The speaker system comprises one or more speakers mounted within the base and transverse member, hiding the speakers therein, and saving space within a home or office, using the same footprint for both furniture and speakers, providing a high fidelity surround sound system.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2016Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Shawn Nelson, David Underwood, Brian Kuchler, David M. Cowan, Anthony Gallo
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Patent number: 9618213Abstract: A cooking oven with an air diffuser disposed in the oven cavity to diffuse circulating air prior to entering an air inlet to a fan. The oven cavity comprises a wall with the air inlet aligned with the fan that draws the circulating air from the oven cavity. The air diffuser is installed in front of the wall and diffuses the circulating air evenly across food in the oven cavity and into the fan return without reducing an overall mass flow rate of the air.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2013Date of Patent: April 11, 2017Assignee: MANITOWOC FOODSERVICE COMPANIES, LLCInventors: Philip John Radford, Lewis William James Bannochie, Matthew David Underwood
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Patent number: 9603448Abstract: A modular shelving system includes at least two elongate U-shaped members, wherein each of the elongate U-shaped members includes: an elongate body member; and first and second parallel elongate leg members extending transversely in the same direction away from opposing ends of the elongate body member with space between the first and second parallel leg members, wherein the length A of the elongate U-shaped member is equal to twice the height B of the first side of the elongate U-shaped member, plus twice the height C of the second side of the elongate U-shaped member, such that A=2B+2C.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: March 28, 2017Assignee: SAC ACQUISITION LLCInventors: Shawn Nelson, David Underwood, Spencer Pearson, Justin Kruse
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Patent number: 9535578Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices are provided for automatically configuring a display layout for a slide presentation to allow a presenter to seamlessly perform effective, professional slide presentation even in unfamiliar locales. A method for doing so may involve receiving connected display information that describes the electronic displays currently connected to the electronic device. When the connected display information indicates that multiple electronic displays are currently connected, the processor of the electronic device may automatically choose, without explicit user assignment, a main presentation display and one or more presenter displays. The main presentation display may display a slide presentation from among the multiple electronic displays, while the presenter displays may display information other than only the slide presentation to aid the presenter. The main presentation display and the presenter displays may be chosen based at least in part on the connected display information.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2013Date of Patent: January 3, 2017Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: David A. Underwood, Evan S. Torchin, Allen W. Lucas
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Patent number: 9277826Abstract: A modular furniture assembly includes: a base member having a frame assembly, a transverse member having a frame assembly, a foot configured to contact a support surface, and a mounting platform having a plurality of apertures therethrough. The mounting platform is configured to be mounted on the base member frame assembly and the transverse member frame assembly, thereby connecting the frame assemblies. The foot is selectively mounted on the mounting platform, such that the foot is configured to contact the support surface when the modular furniture assembly is in an upright configuration. The mounting platform connects the base and transverse member frame assemblies together and also acts as a platform for receiving a variety of different types of feet.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2014Date of Patent: March 8, 2016Assignee: Sac Acquisition LLCInventors: Shawn D. Nelson, David Underwood, Spencer Pearson
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Patent number: 9116315Abstract: Embodiments of a barrel for use with fiber optic connections and method of manufacturing are disclose herein. In one embodiment, a barrel comprises a first portion. The first portion having a wedge protruding from a distal end of the first portion at an angle and a component cavity for receiving an opto-electric component therein. The barrel further comprises a second portion having a fiber cavity for receiving one or more fiber cables therein, wherein the second portion is moldably coupled onto the distal end of the first portion around the wedge. The second portion may further comprise a panel interface for mounting the barrel within a panel.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2014Date of Patent: August 25, 2015Assignee: SigmaPro Engineering and Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Harold Y. Walker, Jr., David Underwood, Paul Hamilton
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Publication number: 20150113411Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices are provided for automatically configuring a display layout for a slide presentation to allow a presenter to seamlessly perform effective, professional slide presentation even in unfamiliar locales. A method for doing so may involve receiving connected display information that describes the electronic displays currently connected to the electronic device. When the connected display information indicates that multiple electronic displays are currently connected, the processor of the electronic device may automatically choose, without explicit user assignment, a main presentation display and one or more presenter displays. The main presentation display may display a slide presentation from among the multiple electronic displays, while the presenter displays may display information other than only the slide presentation to aid the presenter. The main presentation display and the presenter displays may be chosen based at least in part on the connected display information.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Applicant: Apple Inc.Inventors: David A. Underwood, Evan S. Torchin, Allen W. Lucas
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Publication number: 20140368010Abstract: A modular furniture assembly includes: a base member having a frame assembly, a transverse member having a frame assembly, a foot configured to contact a support surface, and a mounting platform having a plurality of apertures therethrough. The mounting platform is configured to be mounted on the base member frame assembly and the transverse member frame assembly, thereby connecting the frame assemblies. The foot is selectively mounted on the mounting platform, such that the foot is configured to contact the support surface when the modular furniture assembly is in an upright configuration. The mounting platform connects the base and transverse member frame assemblies together and also acts as a platform for receiving a variety of different types of feet.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2014Publication date: December 18, 2014Inventors: Shawn D. Nelson, David Underwood, Spencer Pearson
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Publication number: 20140270658Abstract: Embodiments of a barrel for use with fiber optic connections and method of manufacturing are disclose herein. In one embodiment, a barrel comprises a first portion. The first portion having a wedge protruding from a distal end of the first portion at an angle and a component cavity for receiving an opto-electric component therein. The barrel further comprises a second portion having a fiber cavity for receiving one or more fiber cables therein, wherein the second portion is moldably coupled onto the distal end of the first portion around the wedge. The second portion may further comprise a panel interface for mounting the barrel within a panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: SigmaPro Engineering and Manufacturing, LLCInventors: Harold Y. Walker, Jr., David Underwood, Paul Hamilton
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Publication number: 20140251934Abstract: A modular shelving system includes at least two elongate U-shaped members, wherein each of the elongate U-shaped members includes: an elongate body member; and first and second parallel elongate leg members extending transversely in the same direction away from opposing ends of the elongate body member with space between the first and second parallel leg members, wherein the length A of the elongate U-shaped member is equal to twice the height B of the first side of the elongate U-shaped member, plus twice the height C of the second side of the elongate U-shaped member, such that A=2B+2C.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: September 11, 2014Applicant: SAC ACQUISITION LLCInventors: Shawn Nelson, David Underwood, Spencer Pearson, Justin Kruse
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Patent number: 8783778Abstract: A modular furniture assembly includes: a base member having a frame assembly, a transverse member having a frame assembly, a foot configured to contact a support surface, and a mounting platform having a plurality of apertures therethrough. The mounting platform is configured to be mounted on the base member frame assembly and the transverse member frame assembly, thereby connecting the frame assemblies. The foot is selectively mounted on the mounting platform, such that the foot is configured to contact the support surface when the modular furniture assembly is in an upright configuration. The mounting platform connects the base and transverse member frame assemblies together and also acts as a platform for receiving a variety of different types of feet.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2011Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: SAC Acquistion LLCInventors: Shawn D. Nelson, David Underwood, Spencer Pearson
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Publication number: 20140137852Abstract: A cooking oven with an air diffuser disposed in the oven cavity to diffuse circulating air prior to entering an air inlet to a fan. The oven cavity comprises a wall with the air inlet aligned with the fan that draws the circulating air from the oven cavity. The air diffuser is installed in front of the wall and diffuses the circulating air evenly across food in the oven cavity and into the fan return without reducing an overall mass flow rate of the air.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2013Publication date: May 22, 2014Applicant: MANITOWOC FOODSERVICE COMPANIES, LLCInventors: Philip John RADFORD, Lewis William James BANNOCHIE, Matthew David UNDERWOOD
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Patent number: 7841777Abstract: An adapter with a dust shutter also provides eye protection and an even seal around the connector opening. The adapter includes a main body, a cover, and a resilient member to bias the cover in a closed position. The adapter also includes a flexible member to assist in sealing the adapter. The resilient member contacts the cover in a center portion and the cover floats relative to the main body to ensure a good seal.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2008Date of Patent: November 30, 2010Assignee: U.S. Conec, Ltd.Inventors: Joseph Howard, Myron Yount, Darrell Childers, Eric Childers, David Underwood
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Publication number: 20090185778Abstract: An adapter with a dust shutter also provides eye protection and an even seal around the connector opening. The adapter includes a main body, a cover, and a resilient member to bias the cover in a closed position. The adapter also includes a flexible member to assist in sealing the adapter. The resilient member contacts the cover in a center portion and the cover floats relative to the main body to ensure a good seal.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2008Publication date: July 23, 2009Inventors: Joseph Howard, Myron Yount, Darrell Childers, Eric Childers, David Underwood
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Patent number: 7547073Abstract: The invention relates to a modular furniture assembly that is convenient and versatile. One embodiment of the modular furniture assembly comprises a base and a transverse member manually, detachably coupled to the base by a coupler. The base and the transverse member have a defined spatial relationship which enables a variety of different types, configurations and sizes of furniture assemblies to be formed therefrom. Further, the base is configured such that the transverse member can be coupled to the base in a first position to form a first furniture assembly, and can be coupled to the base in a second position to form a second furniture assembly.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2006Date of Patent: June 16, 2009Assignee: Sac Aquisition LLCInventors: Verdi R. White, III, Shawn D. Nelson, Daniel Nappi, David Underwood, Matt Rich
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Patent number: 7419220Abstract: A modular furniture assembly is disclosed that is convenient and versatile. One embodiment of the modular furniture assembly comprises a base and a transverse member manually, detachably coupled to the base by a coupler. The base and the transverse member have a defined spatial relationship which enables a variety of different types, configurations and sizes of furniture assemblies to be formed therefrom. Further, the base is configured such that the transverse member can be coupled to the base in a first position to form a first furniture assembly, and can be coupled to the base in a second position to form a second furniture assembly.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2007Date of Patent: September 2, 2008Assignee: SAC Acquisition LLCInventors: Verdi White, III., Shawn D. Nelson, Daniel Nappi, David Underwood, Matt Rich
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Publication number: 20070257539Abstract: The invention relates to a modular furniture assembly that is convenient and versatile. One embodiment of the modular furniture assembly comprises a base and a transverse member manually, detachably coupled to the base by a coupler. The base and the transverse member have a defined spatial relationship which enables a variety of different types, configurations and sizes of furniture assemblies to be formed therefrom. Further, the base is configured such that the transverse member can be coupled to the base in a first position to form a first furniture assembly, and can be coupled to the base in a second position to form a second furniture assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2007Publication date: November 8, 2007Inventors: Verdi White, Shawn Nelson, Daniel Nappi, David Underwood, Matt Rich
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Patent number: 7213885Abstract: The invention relates to a modular furniture assembly that is convenient and versatile. One embodiment of the modular furniture assembly comprises a base and a transverse member manually, detachably coupled to the base by a coupler. The base and the transverse member have a defined spatial relationship which enables a variety of different types, configurations and sizes of furniture assemblies to be formed therefrom. Further, the base is configured such that the transverse member can be coupled to the base in a first position to form a first furniture assembly, and can be coupled to the base in a second position to form a second furniture assembly.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2005Date of Patent: May 8, 2007Assignee: SAC Acquistion LLCInventors: Verdi White, III, Shawn D. Nelson, Daniel Nappi, David Underwood, Matt Rich
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Publication number: 20070099513Abstract: The present invention is directed to a plug-in device having a printed circuit board. A plurality of conductor pins arranged in a circular configuration are surface mounted or through-hole mounted to the circuit board and extend outwardly therefrom. A plastic base with a key shaft is secured to the circuit board over the conductor pins. The key shaft and the conductor pins are adapted for insertion into a socket. The circuit board may be insert-molded into the plastic base, or the plastic base may be pre-formed and secured to the circuit board by heat staking and/or adhesive.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2005Publication date: May 3, 2007Inventors: Dan Savage, Dan Carroll, David Underwood, Larry Gannon