Patents by Inventor Eric Sanford
Eric Sanford 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: 20240094870Abstract: Various aspects and embodiments are directed to a streamlined computer device and a graphical user interface that organizes interface elements into views of computer content for presentation to a user. Various views of digital media content permits users to easily and efficiently access various digital media content. Different views are used to provide an interface that is responsive to configurations of the device and responsive to activity being performed by the user. Aspects include permitting the user to maintain and manage digital media content libraries. According to some embodiments, the libraries comprise user digital media content and references digital media content. Functionality provided to a user can be tailored to the type of content displayed, accessed and/or managed. According to various aspects, methods and systems are provided for accessing and managing digital media libraries on a streamlined computing device with a plurality selectable I/O profiles.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2023Publication date: March 21, 2024Applicant: LiTL LLCInventors: Robert Sanford Havoc Pennington, Matthew David Day, Noah Bruce Guyot, Daniel Kuo, Jenea Boshart Hayes, Aaron Tang, David Livingstone Fore, John H. Chuang, Chris Bambacus, Yves Behar, Joshua Morenstein, Christopher Hibmacronan, Naoya Edahiro, Donald Francis Fischer, Christian Marc Schmidt, Lisa Strausfeld, Marc Gallucci, Eric Sutton, Samuel Wallace Webber, Christine Meahan, Phillip Henson
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Publication number: 20240086134Abstract: A digital picture frame including a camera integrated with the frame, and a network connection module allowing the frame for direct contact and upload of photos from electronic devices or from a user's social media account or her or his community members' social media accounts. The integrated camera is used to automatically determine an identity of a frame viewer, and a viewer profile automatically determined from the identity of the viewer. The displayed photos are automatically shown and/or changed according to the detected viewers.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2023Publication date: March 14, 2024Applicant: AURA HOME, INC.Inventors: Ophir Frieder, Abdur Chowdhury, Eric Jensen, Ben Cherry, Richard Sanford, Alek Kolcz
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Patent number: 11586033Abstract: A variable focal length optical assembly may include a deformable entry lens element, a deformable first reflective element and a deformable second reflective element. Using a controller coupled to the deformable elements, an external force such as a mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, or electromagnetic force is applied to the deformable elements to provide any number of different focal lengths. Since the deformation of the deformable elements, and consequently the changes in focal length, occur much faster than the playback frame rate, a number of sub-frames, each containing an image obtained at a different focal length, are associated with each playback frame. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames permits the selection of an optimal image for inclusion in the final playback frame sequence. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames at different focal lengths also permits the seamless incorporation of zoom-in and zoom-out effects.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2019Date of Patent: February 21, 2023Assignee: Saikou Optics IncorporatedInventor: Eric Sanford
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Patent number: 11211517Abstract: A system for connecting photovoltaic cells is disclosed. The system comprises a flexible component feeder source for feeding the photovoltaic cells to a process that couples them together; a vacuum conveyor for receiving at a first location the coupled photovoltaic cells and including openings through which a vacuum is applied to hold the coupled photovoltaic cells in place; a moving belt above the vacuum conveyor at a second location, where the vacuum conveyor and the moving belt are driven in a predetermined relation to one another for conveying the coupled photovoltaic cells from the first location to the second location; a vacuum source for applying a vacuum through the openings to cause the moving belt to apply a pressure to an upper surface of the coupled photovoltaic cells to compress the coupled photovoltaic cells; and a curing source at the second location for curing the compressed coupled photovoltaic cells.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2018Date of Patent: December 28, 2021Assignee: UTICA LEASECO, LLCInventors: Khurshed Sorabji, Steven Yoshida, Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20200101584Abstract: Aspects of a system for holding workpieces in place during processing are described. In an example, the system includes a distribution manifold coupled to a vacuum source, and multiple linear valves coupled to the distribution manifold, where each linear valve has a manifold with multiple openings and is adjustable to select one or more of the multiple openings to have a path to the vacuum source through the distribution manifold for providing a vacuum to hold a workpiece in place. In another example, the system includes a vacuum holder having a first array of openings, a system of linear valves positioned below the vacuum holder and having a second array of openings that aligns with the first array of openings, and a vacuum source that provides vacuum for holding a workpiece on the vacuum holder. A method for holding workpieces in place during processing using these systems is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2018Publication date: April 2, 2020Inventors: Steven Giro YOSHIDA, Khurshed SORABJI, Minh NGUYEN, Eric SANFORD, Dan PARKER
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Publication number: 20190384053Abstract: A variable focal length optical assembly may include a deformable entry lens element, a deformable first reflective element and a deformable second reflective element. Using a controller coupled to the deformable elements, an external force such as a mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, or electromagnetic force is applied to the deformable elements to provide any number of different focal lengths. Since the deformation of the deformable elements, and consequently the changes in focal length, occur much faster than the playback frame rate, a number of sub-frames, each containing an image obtained at a different focal length, are associated with each playback frame. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames permits the selection of an optimal image for inclusion in the final playback frame sequence. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames at different focal lengths also permits the seamless incorporation of zoom-in and zoom-out effects.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2019Publication date: December 19, 2019Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Patent number: 10487543Abstract: Embodiments provide a lock including an actuator that is movable between an unlocked position and a locked position, and a bolt that is movable between an extended bolt position and a retracted bolt position independent of the position of the actuator. In the extended bolt position, the bolt extends outside a body of the lock. A coupling element is arranged between the actuator and the bolt and is movable between an extended coupling position and a retracted coupling position in response to movement of the actuator between the locked position and the unlocked position. A first biasing element biases the coupling element toward the retracted coupling position, and a second biasing element couples the coupling element to the bolt and is structured to bias the bolt away from the coupling element and towards the extended bolt position.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2017Date of Patent: November 26, 2019Assignee: Master Lock Company LLCInventors: Eric Sanford, Evan P. Thompson, Glenn Brown
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Patent number: 10444491Abstract: A variable focal length optical assembly may include a deformable entry lens element, a deformable first reflective element and a deformable second reflective element. Using a controller coupled to the deformable elements, an external force such as a mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, or electromagnetic force is applied to the deformable elements to provide any number of different focal lengths. Since the deformation of the deformable elements, and consequently the changes in focal length, occur much faster than the playback frame rate, a number of sub-frames, each containing an image obtained at a different focal length, are associated with each playback frame. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames permits the selection of an optimal image for inclusion in the final playback frame sequence. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames at different focal lengths also permits the seamless incorporation of zoom-in and zoom-out effects.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2015Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: SAIKOU OPTICS INCORPORATEDInventor: Eric Sanford
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Patent number: 10221590Abstract: A lockable enclosure includes a housing and an access door assembled with the housing and movable between a closed position and an open position. A latch is carried by the access door and is slideable along a first axis between a door latching and a door releasing position. A plurality of dials are carried by the access door and rotatable about a post extending along a second axis. When each of the plurality of dials is rotated to an unlocking orientation, an outer peripheral recess on each of the dials aligns with a corresponding dial engaging portion of the latch, allowing the latch to slide along the first axis from the door latching position to the door releasing position.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2017Date of Patent: March 5, 2019Assignee: Master Lock Company LLCInventor: Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20190003206Abstract: Embodiments provide a lock including an actuator that is movable between an unlocked position and a locked position, and a bolt that is movable between an extended bolt position and a retracted bolt position independent of the position of the actuator. In the extended bolt position, the bolt extends outside a body of the lock. A coupling element is arranged between the actuator and the bolt and is movable between an extended coupling position and a retracted coupling position in response to movement of the actuator between the locked position and the unlocked position. A first biasing element biases the coupling element toward the retracted coupling position, and a second biasing element couples the coupling element to the bolt and is structured to bias the bolt away from the coupling element and towards the extended bolt position.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2017Publication date: January 3, 2019Applicant: Master Lock CompanyInventors: Eric Sanford, Evan P. Thompson, Glenn Brown
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Publication number: 20180212093Abstract: A system for connecting photovoltaic cells is disclosed. The system comprises a flexible component feeder source for feeding the photovoltaic cells to a process that couples them together; a vacuum conveyor for receiving at a first location the coupled photovoltaic cells and including openings through which a vacuum is applied to hold the coupled photovoltaic cells in place; a moving belt above the vacuum conveyor at a second location, where the vacuum conveyor and the moving belt are driven in a predetermined relation to one another for conveying the coupled photovoltaic cells from the first location to the second location; a vacuum source for applying a vacuum through the openings to cause the moving belt to apply a pressure to an upper surface of the coupled photovoltaic cells to compress the coupled photovoltaic cells; and a curing source at the second location for curing the compressed coupled photovoltaic cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2018Publication date: July 26, 2018Inventors: Khurshed SORABJI, Steven YOSHIDA, Eric SANFORD
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Publication number: 20170234038Abstract: A lockable enclosure includes a housing and an access door assembled with the housing and movable between a closed position and an open position. A latch is carried by the access door and is slideable along a first axis between a door latching and a door releasing position. A plurality of dials are carried by the access door and rotatable about a post extending along a second axis. When each of the plurality of dials is rotated to an unlocking orientation, an outer peripheral recess on each of the dials aligns with a corresponding dial engaging portion of the latch, allowing the latch to slide along the first axis from the door latching position to the door releasing position.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2017Publication date: August 17, 2017Applicant: Master Lock Company LLCInventor: Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20160380146Abstract: A flexible component feeder source for providing materials to an assembly process is disclosed. The flexible component feeder source comprises a flexible base suitable for protecting and receiving one or more photovoltaic cells for processing, wherein the flexible base is of a linear shape when opened and forms a roll when rolled.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2016Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: Khurshed SORABJI, Steven YOSHIDA, Eric SANFORD
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Publication number: 20150338642Abstract: A variable focal length optical assembly may include a deformable entry lens element, a deformable first reflective element and a deformable second reflective element. Using a controller coupled to the deformable elements, an external force such as a mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, or electromagnetic force is applied to the deformable elements to provide any number of different focal lengths. Since the deformation of the deformable elements, and consequently the changes in focal length, occur much faster than the playback frame rate, a number of sub-frames, each containing an image obtained at a different focal length, are associated with each playback frame. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames permits the selection of an optimal image for inclusion in the final playback frame sequence. The availability of multiple images in the form of sub-frames at different focal lengths also permits the seamless incorporation of zoom-in and zoom-out effects.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2015Publication date: November 26, 2015Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20110109026Abstract: A shock absorbing line device preferably comprising at least two inner resilient components having different working lengths to provide progressive change in the tension developed by the device. The inner resilient components can be formed from one or more loops of shock cord. The use of an internal limiting member restricts the overall extension of the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2009Publication date: May 12, 2011Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Patent number: 7032529Abstract: A shock absorbing line device that preferably comprises one or more loops of shock cord protected by one or more lengths of tubular webbing with carabiners secured to either end.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2004Date of Patent: April 25, 2006Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20050258108Abstract: The invention is a container for purifying water with an integrated solar-powered rechargeable battery and UV-C emitting LED.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2005Publication date: November 24, 2005Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20050213326Abstract: The invention comprises a lighting unit having an integrated LED light source, solar panel, rechargeable battery and associated circuitry configured as a module. The module may be used for any application where a portable light source is desired and is easily incorporated into various devices. For example, the lid for a water container may be configured to accept the modular lighting unit. The modular lighting unit can be incorporated into other containers, such as a cooler, a roof top cargo carrier or other storage container, or into any other suitable device. Moreover, the modular lighting unit can be retrofitted into existing structures or enclosures, such as portable toilets, garden sheds and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2005Publication date: September 29, 2005Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Publication number: 20050039668Abstract: A shock absorbing line device that preferably comprises one or more loops of shock cord protected by one or more lengths of tubular webbing with carabiners secured to either end.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2004Publication date: February 24, 2005Inventor: Eric Sanford
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Patent number: D934657Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2017Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: Master Lock Company LLCInventors: Evan P. Thompson, Eric Sanford, Joseph Daniel Massam, Thomas William Murray, Scott Stevens