Patents by Inventor Everett Anderson
Everett Anderson 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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Patent number: 10521479Abstract: The present disclosure relates to evaluating different semantic interpretations of a search query. One example method includes obtaining a set of search results for a particular search query submitted to a search engine; obtaining a set of semantic interpretations for the particular search query; obtaining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a canonical search query; generating a modified search query based at least in part on the particular search query and the canonical search query for the semantic interpretation; obtaining a set of search results for the modified search query for the semantic interpretation; and determining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a degree of similarity between (i) the set of search results of the modified search query for the semantic interpretation, and (ii) the set of search results for the particular search query.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2019Date of Patent: December 31, 2019Assignee: Google LLCInventors: Ashish Venugopal, Jakob D. Uszkoreit, John Blitzer, Edward Everett Anderson
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Publication number: 20190278813Abstract: The present disclosure relates to evaluating different semantic interpretations of a search query. One example method includes obtaining a set of search results for a particular search query submitted to a search engine; obtaining a set of semantic interpretations for the particular search query; obtaining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a canonical search query; generating a modified search query based at least in part on the particular search query and the canonical search query for the semantic interpretation; obtaining a set of search results for the modified search query for the semantic interpretation; and determining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a degree of similarity between (i) the set of search results of the modified search query for the semantic interpretation, and (ii) the set of search results for the particular search query.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2019Publication date: September 12, 2019Inventors: Ashish Venugopal, Jakob D. Uszkoreit, John Blitzer, Edward Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 10353964Abstract: The present disclosure relates to evaluating different semantic interpretations of a search query. One example method includes obtaining a set of search results for a particular search query submitted to a search engine; obtaining a set of semantic interpretations for the particular search query; obtaining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a canonical search query; generating a modified search query based at least in part on the particular search query and the canonical search query for the semantic interpretation; obtaining a set of search results for the modified search query for the semantic interpretation; and determining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a degree of similarity between (i) the set of search results of the modified search query for the semantic interpretation, and (ii) the set of search results for the particular search query.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2015Date of Patent: July 16, 2019Assignee: Google LLCInventors: Ashish Venugopal, Jakob D. Uszkoreit, John Blitzer, Edward Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 9796012Abstract: A device for configuring foil for use in cooking food comprising a base portion comprising first and second portions, the second portion pivoting relative to the first portion; a first plurality of rotatable elements operatively associated with the first portion; and a second plurality of rotatable elements operatively associated with the second portion; the first portion operating to pivot relative to the second portion for entry of foil therebetween; the first and second plurality of rotatable elements operating to configure foil as the foil passes between the first and second plurality of rotatable elements.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2014Date of Patent: October 24, 2017Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 9420841Abstract: A method and device adapted to be worn on the head of a user comprising: at least one inflatable band, one of a proximity sensor, inertia switch, or gravity type switch, a gas releasing device which causes the inflatable band to inflate when the proximity sensor or inertia switch is actuated, whereby when the device is worn on the head of the user is automatically activated in the case of a fall or impact to cushion the head of the user.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2010Date of Patent: August 23, 2016Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Publication number: 20160078131Abstract: The present disclosure relates to evaluating different semantic interpretations of a search query. One example method includes obtaining a set of search results for a particular search query submitted to a search engine; obtaining a set of semantic interpretations for the particular search query; obtaining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a canonical search query; generating a modified search query based at least in part on the particular search query and the canonical search query for the semantic interpretation; obtaining a set of search results for the modified search query for the semantic interpretation; and determining, for each semantic interpretation of the set, a degree of similarity between (i) the set of search results of the modified search query for the semantic interpretation, and (ii) the set of search results for the particular search query.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2015Publication date: March 17, 2016Inventors: Ashish Venugopal, Jakob D. Uszkoreit, John Blitzer, Edward Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 9236637Abstract: An assembly for recharging an electric vehicle comprising at least one solar panel positioned above surface of a vehicle; at least one motor assembly operatively connected to the at least one solar panel for positioning the at least one solar panel; the at least one solar panel operating to cover at least one window of the vehicle in a first position and to provide an unobstructed view in a second position; the panel moving from the first position to the second position by operation of the at least one motor assembly.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2011Date of Patent: January 12, 2016Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Publication number: 20140260486Abstract: A device for configuring foil for use in cooking food comprising a base portion comprising first and second portions, the second portion pivoting relative to the first portion; a first plurality of rotatable elements operatively associated with the first portion; and a second plurality of rotatable elements operatively associated with the second portion; the first portion operating to pivot relative to the second portion for entry of foil therebetween; the first and second plurality of rotatable elements operating to configure foil as the foil passes between the first and second plurality of rotatable elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 8550539Abstract: An apparatus for converting a substantially flat vehicular surface on the rear of a vehicle so as to create at least one surface which operates to reduce aerodynamic drag, comprising: at least one support adapted to be moveably attached to the rear surface of a vehicle; at least one surface supported by the at least one support; the at least one surface movably position so as to move from deployed position extending from the rear of a vehicle to a retracted position; whereby the apparatus operates to reduce aerodynamic drag in the deployed position and does not interfere with vehicle loading in the retracted position.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2012Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 8490458Abstract: A device for configuring foil comprising a first portion comprising a first configuration; a second portion comprising a second configuration; the foil dispenser adapted to dispense foil between the first and second portions, the first and second portions imparting a configuration to the foil as the foil exits the dispensing device. A method of creating a cross sectional configuration in foil comprising: passing the foil through an opening; the opening having first and second portions which impart a configuration to the foil; the first and second portions being configured to create elevated portions along the longitudinal axis of the foil.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2011Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 8251535Abstract: A LED lighting assembly comprising at least one LED; the at least one LED being mounted to a support; at least one solar element for creating electric power from solar power; at least one battery for storing electricity generated by the solar element; at least one wind vane operatively associated with the support; at least one motor/generator having a first mode for generating electric power from the wind turbine; and at least one shaft operatively connected to the at least one motor/generator and the support; the motor/generator having a second mode in which the motor/generator operates to rotate the support; the at least one motor/generator being operatively connected to the at least one battery for storing electric power therein.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2011Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 8022667Abstract: A method and system for connecting a vehicle to a charging source comprising: at least one retractable protrusion operatively connected to a battery terminal; the at least one retractable protrusion being mounted on the vehicle; at least one receptacle operatively connected to the charging source adapted to receive the retractable protrusion for electrical connection of a vehicle to a charging source; whereby by driving the vehicle in the proximity of the at least one receptacle, the charging source is connected to the electrical system of the vehicle as the retractable protrusion engages the at least one receptacle.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2011Date of Patent: September 20, 2011Inventor: Lawrence Everett Anderson
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Publication number: 20070207368Abstract: A bonded flow field member for an electrochemical cell is disclosed. The member comprises a first layer and a second layer, each having a plurality of through-holes. The first layer is diffusion bonded to the second layer, thereby defining a bonded assembly. The bonded assembly includes interface surfaces that are bonded between the layers and plating that is absent at the interface surfaces.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2006Publication date: September 6, 2007Inventors: Everett Anderson, Tony Hurtado, David Henderson
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Publication number: 20060068253Abstract: A membrane-electrode-assembly (MEA) for an electrochemical cell employing a gas is disclosed. The MEA includes a proton exchange membrane, a first electrode disposed on one side of the membrane, a second electrode disposed on the opposite side of the membrane, and a metallic layer disposed between the membrane and the first electrode, the membrane and the second electrode, or both. The metallic layer has a composition and thickness suitable for reducing the amount of gas crossover at the membrane by equal to or greater than about 20% as compared to the amount of gas crossover at the membrane in the absence of the metallic layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2004Publication date: March 30, 2006Applicant: PROTON ENERGY SYSTEMS, INCInventors: David Henderson, Everett Anderson, Durwood Beringer
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Publication number: 20060024558Abstract: An electrochemical cell is disclosed having a membrane electrode assembly (MEA), a first cell separator plate, a second cell separator plate, and a carbon layer with integrated flowchannels. The MEA includes a first electrode, a second electrode, and a membrane disposed between and in fluid communication with the first and second electrodes. The first cell separator plate is disposed on the first electrode side of the MEA and defines a first flow field therebetween, the first flow field being proximate a first frame member. The second cell separator plate is disposed on the second electrode side of the MEA and defines a second flow field therebetween, the second flow field being proximate a second frame member. The carbon layer with integrated flowchannels is disposed at the first flow field, the flowchannels having a flow width that is equal to or less than the width of the webbing between adjacent flowchannels.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2004Publication date: February 2, 2006Applicant: Proton Energy Systems, Inc.Inventors: Jake Friedman, Frank Kenney, Benjamin Piecuch, Everett Anderson
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Patent number: 6869720Abstract: In one embodiment, the electrochemical cell comprises: a first electrode, a second electrode, and a membrane disposed between and in ionic communication with the first electrode and the second electrode. A first flow field is in fluid communication with the first electrode and disposed opposite the membrane, with a second flow field in fluid communication with second electrode and disposed opposite the membrane, and an electrically conductive pressure pad adjacent the first flow field and the first electrode. The pressure pad comprises a mixture of at least one substoichiometric oxide of titanium and an elastomeric material.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2002Date of Patent: March 22, 2005Assignee: Proton Energy Systems, Inc.Inventors: Everett Anderson, Gregory A. Hanlon, Thomas Skoczylas
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Publication number: 20030230495Abstract: One embodiment of a method of operating an electrochemical cell system comprises: flowing supply water to an anode electrode of an electrolysis cell, applying a first current density to the electrolysis cell, electrolyzing the supply water at the anode electrode wherein hydrogen ions and a first portion water migrate to a cathode electrode of the electrolysis cell, collecting the first portion of water in a chamber in fluid communication with the cathode electrode, monitoring a first portion water level in the chamber, when the first portion water level attains a first selected level, decreasing the supply water flow to the anode electrode a sufficient amount to draw the first portion water from the chamber to the anode electrode, and electrolyzing the first portion water.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2003Publication date: December 18, 2003Inventors: Everett Anderson, Mark E. Dristy, Tushar Ghuwalewala, Lawrence C. Moulthrop, Michael Spaner, Elena Stockton, Eric Styche, Allan Tomasco, John Zagaja
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Publication number: 20030022053Abstract: In one embodiment, the electrochemical cell comprises: a first electrode, a second electrode, and a membrane disposed between and in ionic communication with the first electrode and the second electrode. A first flow field is in fluid communication with the first electrode and disposed opposite the membrane, with a second flow field in fluid communication with second electrode and disposed opposite the membrane, and an electrically conductive pressure pad adjacent the first flow field and the first electrode. The pressure pad comprises a mixture of at least one substoichiometric oxide of titanium and an elastomeric material.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2002Publication date: January 30, 2003Inventors: Everett Anderson, Gregory A. Hanlon, Thomas Skoczylas
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Patent number: 4073245Abstract: A towed levee forming apparatus and method of using for forming a dike or levee which is particularly suited for use with agriculture operations. The apparatus includes a plurality of laterally spaced digger means for forming corresponding ditches in the ground surface and having a helical auger means transporting the earth removed from the ditches to a predetermined location on the apparatus. The removed earth is then deposited at the predetermined location on the earth surface and worked to form a levee of desired cross-section. The levee formation is preferably accomplished in a single pass of the apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 1976Date of Patent: February 14, 1978Inventor: Everett Anderson