Patents by Inventor Duncan J. Irschick

Duncan J. Irschick 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: 10218965
    Abstract: A system includes a user holdable plate or other mounting fixture having multiple attachment points and a plurality of mounting arms coupled to the plate via the attachment points. The mounting arms may be user configurable to support cameras at multiple perspective points about an object to be imaged. A trigger may be coupled to provide a command to the cameras to simultaneously capture an image of the object from the multiple perspective points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2019
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Duncan J. Irschick, Dylan R. Briggs, Kasey P. Smart
  • Patent number: 10144195
    Abstract: The invention provides unique releasable adhesive devices that are high-load bearing and highly stable while allowing adjustment of the weight-bearing angle in a wide range, thereby greatly expanding the scope of applications for technology. Adhesive systems and devices of the invention can be designed to fit applications ranging from household weight-bearing shelves and holders, components for transportation, athletic equipment, labels and advertising posts, automobile interior trims, permanent or reversible fasteners, as well as instruments and devices for industrial, commercial, medical or military applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Daniel R. King, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick
  • Patent number: 10098419
    Abstract: Unique designs, devices, systems, materials and fabrication methods are provided including adhesive closure devices that are easily released and are suitable for extended/repeated use in a variety of applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2018
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Patent number: 9759370
    Abstract: Gecko-like adhesive application devices suited for dynamic applications are disclosed, where the device can be easily applied to target substrates, exhibiting a firm hold, and subsequently released therefrom. Gecko-like adhesive application devices that are suited for sustained holding after easy application (e.g., on vertical or inclined surfaces or ceiling) also are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Publication number: 20170238660
    Abstract: Unique designs, devices, systems, materials and fabrication methods are provided including adhesive closure devices that are easily released and are suitable for extended/repeated use in a variety of applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2017
    Publication date: August 24, 2017
    Applicant: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Patent number: 9603419
    Abstract: Unique designs, devices, systems, materials and fabrication methods are provided including adhesive closure devices that are easily released and are suitable for extended/repeated use in a variety of applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2017
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Publication number: 20170070653
    Abstract: A system includes a user holdable plate or other mounting fixture having multiple attachment points and a plurality of mounting arms coupled to the plate via the attachment points. The mounting arms may be user configurable to support cameras at multiple perspective points about an object to be imaged. A trigger may be coupled to provide a command to the cameras to simultaneously capture an image of the object from the multiple perspective points.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2016
    Publication date: March 9, 2017
    Inventors: Duncan J. Irschick, Dylan R. Briggs, Kasey P. Smart
  • Publication number: 20160375654
    Abstract: The invention provides unique releasable adhesive devices that are high-load bearing and highly stable while allowing adjustment of the weight-bearing angle in a wide range, thereby greatly expanding the scope of applications for technology. Adhesive systems and devices of the invention can be designed to fit applications ranging from household weight-bearing shelves and holders, components for transportation, athletic equipment, labels and advertising posts, automobile interior trims, permanent or reversible fasteners, as well as instruments and devices for industrial, commercial, medical or military applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Daniel R. King, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick
  • Patent number: 9440416
    Abstract: The invention provides unique releasable adhesive devices that are high-load bearing and highly stable while allowing adjustment of the weight-bearing angle in a wide range, thereby greatly expanding the scope of applications for technology. Adhesive systems and devices of the invention can be designed to fit applications ranging from household weight-bearing shelves and holders, components for transportation, athletic equipment, labels and advertising posts, automobile interior trims, permanent or reversible fasteners, as well as instruments and devices for industrial, commercial, medical or military applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Daniel J. King, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick
  • Publication number: 20160102804
    Abstract: Gecko-like adhesive application devices suited for dynamic applications are disclosed, where the device can be easily applied to target substrates, exhibiting a firm hold, and subsequently released therefrom. Gecko-like adhesive application devices that are suited for sustained holding after easy application (e.g., on vertical or inclined surfaces or ceiling) also are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2015
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Applicant: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Patent number: 9182075
    Abstract: Gecko-like adhesive application devices suited for dynamic applications are disclosed, where the device can be easily applied to target substrates, exhibiting a firm hold, and subsequently released therefrom. Gecko-like adhesive application devices that are suited for sustained holding after easy application (e.g., on vertical or inclined surfaces or ceiling) also are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: University of Massachusetts
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Publication number: 20140312188
    Abstract: Gecko-like adhesive application devices suited for dynamic applications are disclosed, where the device can be easily applied to target substrates, exhibiting a firm hold, and subsequently released therefrom. Gecko-like adhesive application devices that are suited for sustained holding after easy application (e.g., on vertical or inclined surfaces or ceiling) also are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King
  • Publication number: 20140305569
    Abstract: The invention provides unique releasable adhesive devices that are high-load bearing and highly stable while allowing adjustment of the weight-bearing angle in a wide range, thereby greatly expanding the scope of applications for technology. Adhesive systems and devices of the invention can be designed to fit applications ranging from household weight-bearing shelves and holders, components for transportation, athletic equipment, labels and advertising posts, automobile interior trims, permanent or reversible fasteners, as well as instruments and devices for industrial, commercial, medical or military applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2014
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Daniel J. King, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick
  • Publication number: 20140304953
    Abstract: Unique designs, devices, systems, materials and fabrication methods are provided including adhesive closure devices that are easily released and are suitable for extended/repeated use in a variety of applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Alfred J. Crosby, Michael D. Bartlett, Duncan J. Irschick, Daniel R. King