Patents by Inventor Fred Rogers
Fred Rogers 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: 20240168903Abstract: A flexible storage system. A storage motherboard accommodates, on a suitable connector, a storage adapter circuit that provides protocol translation between a host bus interface and a storage interface, and that provides routing, to accommodate a plurality of mass storage devices that may be connected to the storage adapter circuit through the storage motherboard. The storage adapter circuit may be replaced with a circuit supporting a different host interface or a different storage interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2024Publication date: May 23, 2024Inventors: Fred Worley, Harry Rogers, Sreenivas Krishnan, Zhan Ping, Michael Scriber
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Publication number: 20240119014Abstract: A system is disclosed. An upstream interface enables communication with a processor; a downstream interface enables communication with a storage device. The system may also include an acceleration module implemented using hardware to execute an acceleration instruction. The storage device may include an endpoint of the storage device for communicating with the acceleration module, a controller to manage operations of the storage device, storage for data, and a storage device acceleration module to assist the acceleration module in executing the acceleration instruction.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Ramdas P. KACHARE, Fred WORLEY, Harry ROGERS, Wentao WU, Nagarajan SUBRAMANIYAN
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Patent number: 8656499Abstract: Bit-stripping methods are described for protecting digital media content against illicit recording and sharing. In one such method, a client device receives the media content and performs bit stripping on the received media content, thereby creating two datasets: stripped data and recombination data. The client device then recombines the datasets to reconstitute the media content, and it plays back the media content. Preferably, the media content on the client device is not available to recording software, and either the stripped data or the recombination data is also unavailable to such software. The client device may store one of these datasets; when future playback is desired, the client device requests the other of the datasets from a server. The bit-stripping may be performed in a client-specific way to discourage sharing of datasets.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2008Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Sprint Spectrum L.P.Inventors: Lyle Bertz, Fred Rogers, Jason Delker
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Publication number: 20100294744Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch and methods of operation thereof are provided, wherein the plasma arc torch is operable with both a high frequency power supply and a contact start power supply.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2010Publication date: November 25, 2010Applicant: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Roger W. Hewett, Kevin D. Homer-Richardson, Joseph P. Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred Rogers
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Patent number: 7764955Abstract: A method and system for routing a call based on calling device type is disclosed. In a communication network, an originating switch may receive a call request from a calling device seeking to connect with a dialed number. The originating switch may responsively send into a signaling system a call-setup message that conveys information including a calling device type indicator, such as a serial number of the calling device. A controller may then use the calling device type as a basis to select a destination to which the call should be routed in order to facilitate connecting with the dialed number. The invention can be usefully employed to facilitate routing of customer service calls concerning a calling device.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2003Date of Patent: July 27, 2010Assignee: Sprint Spectrum L.P.Inventors: Manish Mangal, Doug Williams, Fred Rogers, Larry Young
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Patent number: 7582844Abstract: Devices and methods are provided that control gas flow to a plasma arc torch local to a torch handle. Generally, a plasma arc torch is provided that comprises a gas control device operable with a torch lead and a torch head, and an activation member operable with the gas control device. Accordingly, the activation member activates the gas control device such that gas flow is supplied from the torch lead to the torch head, and the activation member deactivates the gas control device such that the gas flow is terminated. Further, the activation member may comprise a trigger system, a button, or a safety member, among others. Moreover, the gas control device may comprise a gas control valve or a switch that activates a gas control device disposed within a power supply, among others.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2003Date of Patent: September 1, 2009Assignee: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Kevin D. Horner-Richardson, Shiyu Chen, Roger W. Hewett, Joseph P. Jones, Kevin J. Kinderson, Darrin H. MacKenzie, Fred Rogers
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Patent number: 7242944Abstract: The method and system provides for receiving at a local base transceiver station a wireless signal and for routing that signal from the local base transceiver station to a remote base station controller. In exemplary embodiments, control logic stored in local components of a wireless telecommunications network can select one of multiple remote base station controllers to which to route the signal. Further, local telecommunications components can make these selections based on the occurrence of various triggering events, such as the occurrence of a particular time/day/date, or such as the involvement of a particular client station, or the signal having a particular form or content.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2003Date of Patent: July 10, 2007Assignee: Sprint Spectrum L.P.Inventors: Manish Mangal, Fred Rogers
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Publication number: 20070145022Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch and methods of operation thereof are provided, wherein the plasma arc torch is operable with both a high frequency power supply and a contact start power supply.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2007Publication date: June 28, 2007Applicant: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Roger Hewett, Kevin Horner-Richardson, Joseph Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred Rogers
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Patent number: 7202440Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch is provided that preferably comprises a start cartridge disposed between an electrode and a tip. In one form, the start cartridge comprises an initiator that is in electrical contact with the electrode and that is resiliently biased into contact with the tip, such that when the plasma arc torch is in a contact start mode, the initiator is movable against the resilient bias to separate from the tip and establish a pilot arc between the initiator and the tip. Further, when the plasma arc torch is in a high frequency start mode, the start cartridge spaces the tip from the electrode such that a pilot arc is established between the electrode and the tip. In other forms, a contact start torch is provided that is operable under high frequency, and conversely, a high frequency start torch is provided that is operable under low voltage.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2005Date of Patent: April 10, 2007Assignee: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Roger W. Hewett, Kevin D. Horner-Richardson, Joseph P. Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred A. Rogers
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Patent number: 7109603Abstract: A system and method for integrating communications equipment. The system includes a power supply in which the power supply provides power to telephone equipment located in a centralized unit and at least one power converter for receiving the power from the power supply and having a chassis for supporting at least one power converter module. The power converter converts the power from the power supply into at least one output voltage for powering a second set of communications equipment, and the second set of communications equipment is located in the centralized unit. In one arrangement, the second set of communications equipment can include cable television equipment.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2003Date of Patent: September 19, 2006Assignee: Quality RF ServicesInventors: Leo C. Wise, Jr., Ernie Cantelmo, Fred Rogers, Tianhui Lan
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Patent number: 7041935Abstract: A torch lead extension is provided that comprises a conduit having a distal end and a proximal end. The torch lead extension further comprises a distal connector member disposed at the distal end of the conduit and a proximal connector member disposed at the proximal end of the conduit. The distal connector member is engageable with a torch lead connector member secured to a proximal end of a torch lead. The proximal connector member is engageable with a power supply connector member of a power supply. Generally, the distal connector member and the torch lead connector member comprise a distal quick disconnect, and the proximal connector member and the power supply connector member comprise a proximal quick disconnect. Accordingly, the torch lead extension may be quickly assembled between or disassembled from the torch lead and the power supply.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2002Date of Patent: May 9, 2006Assignee: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Terry N. Raymond, Fred A. Rogers, Christopher J. Conway, Kevin D. Horner-Richardson
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Publication number: 20050258150Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch is provided that preferably comprises a start cartridge disposed between an electrode and a tip. In one form, the start cartridge comprises an initiator that is in electrical contact with the electrode and that is resiliently biased into contact with the tip, such that when the plasma arc torch is in a contact start mode, the initiator is movable against the resilient bias to separate from the tip and establish a pilot arc between the initiator and the tip. Further, when the plasma arc torch is in a high frequency start mode, the start cartridge spaces the tip from the electrode such that a pilot arc is established between the electrode and the tip. In other forms, a contact start torch is provided that is operable under high frequency, and conversely, a high frequency start torch is provided that is operable under low voltage.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2005Publication date: November 24, 2005Inventors: Roger Hewett, Kevin Horner-Richardson, Joseph Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred Rogers
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Publication number: 20050242068Abstract: In a plasma arc torch parts distribution network, the present invention provides a method of providing plasma arc torch parts for use in a single plasma arc torch model through a plurality of distribution channels. In one form of the present invention, the method comprises the steps of providing a first set of plasma arc torch parts to a replacement parts distributor, providing a second set of plasma arc torch parts to an original equipment manufacturer, and providing a third set of plasma arc torch parts to a select original equipment manufacturer. The first, second, and third set of plasma arc torch parts are not interchangeable such that the replacement parts distributor, the original equipment manufacturer, and the select original equipment manufacturer maintain separate inventories of plasma arc torch parts.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2004Publication date: November 3, 2005Inventors: John Boisvert, Christopher Conway, Roger Hewett, Allan Holst, Kevin Horner-Richardson, Chris Jackson, Darrin MacKenzie, Fred Rogers
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Patent number: 6936786Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch is provided that preferably comprises a start cartridge disposed between an electrode and a tip. In one form, the start cartridge comprises an initiator that is in electrical contact with the electrode and that is resiliently biased into contact with the tip, such that when the plasma arc torch is in a contact start mode, the initiator is movable against the resilient bias to separate from the tip and establish a pilot arc between the initiator and the tip. Further, when the plasma arc torch is in a high frequency start mode, the start cartridge spaces the tip from the electrode such that a pilot arc is established between the electrode and the tip. In other forms, a contact start torch is provided that is operable under high frequency, and conversely, a high frequency start torch is provided that is operable under low voltage.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2003Date of Patent: August 30, 2005Assignee: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Roger W. Hewett, Kevin D. Horner-Richardson, Joseph P. Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred Rogers
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Patent number: 6773304Abstract: A tamper resistant pin connection for use in a plasma arc cutting apparatus is provided that comprises a plurality of locking fingers within a hollow internal channel of a housing that secure a negative lead gas carrying pin within the housing. The pin comprises a first collar with a shoulder disposed thereon, and accordingly, the locking fingers engage the shoulder to secure the pin within the housing. The pin further comprises a second collar that blocks access to the locking fingers through a first portion of the hollow internal channel such that the locking fingers cannot be accessed to disengage the pin. Further, the pin is recessed within a second portion of the hollow internal channel to prevent further access to the pin for a tamper resistant pin connection.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2001Date of Patent: August 10, 2004Assignee: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Christopher J. Conway, Fred Rogers, Darrin H. MacKenzie, Douglass A. Demers
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Publication number: 20040149703Abstract: Devices and methods are provided that control gas flow to a plasma arc torch local to a torch handle. Generally, a plasma arc torch is provided that comprises a gas control device operable with a torch lead and a torch head, and an activation member operable with the gas control device. Accordingly, the activation member activates the gas control device such that gas flow is supplied from the torch lead to the torch head, and the activation member deactivates the gas control device such that the gas flow is terminated. Further, the activation member may comprise a trigger system, a button, or a safety member, among others. Moreover, the gas control device may comprise a gas control valve or a switch that activates a gas control device disposed within a power supply, among others.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2003Publication date: August 5, 2004Inventors: Kevin D. Horner-Richardson, Shiyu Chen, Roger W. Hewett, Joseph P. Jones, Kevin J. Kinderson, Darrin H. MacKenzie, Fred Rogers
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Publication number: 20040149704Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch is provided that preferably comprises a start cartridge disposed between an electrode and a tip. In one form, the start cartridge comprises an initiator that is in electrical contact with the electrode and that is resiliently biased into contact with the tip, such that when the plasma arc torch is in a contact start mode, the initiator is movable against the resilient bias to separate from the tip and establish a pilot arc between the initiator and the tip. Further, when the plasma arc torch is in a high frequency start mode, the start cartridge spaces the tip from the electrode such that a pilot arc is established between the electrode and the tip. In other forms, a contact start torch is provided that is operable under high frequency, and conversely, a high frequency start torch is provided that is operable under low voltage.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2003Publication date: August 5, 2004Inventors: Roger W. Hewett, Kevin D. Horner-Richardson, Joseph P. Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred Rogers
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Publication number: 20040140718Abstract: A system and method for integrating communications equipment. The system includes a power supply in which the power supply provides power to telephone equipment located in a centralized unit and at least one power converter for receiving the power from the power supply and having a chassis for supporting at least one power converter module. The power converter converts the power from the power supply into at least one output voltage for powering a second set of communications equipment, and the second set of communications equipment is located in the centralized unit. In one arrangement, the second set of communications equipment can include cable television equipment.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2003Publication date: July 22, 2004Applicant: Quality RF ServicesInventors: Leo C. Wise, Ernie Cantelmo, Fred Rogers, Tianhui Lan
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Publication number: 20040089639Abstract: A torch lead extension is provided that comprises a conduit having a distal end and a proximal end. The torch lead extension further comprises a distal connector member disposed at the distal end of the conduit and a proximal connector member disposed at the proximal end of the conduit. The distal connector member is engageable with a torch lead connector member secured to a proximal end of a torch lead. The proximal connector member is engageable with a power supply connector member of a power supply. Generally, the distal connector member and the torch lead connector member comprise a distal quick disconnect, and the proximal connector member and the power supply connector member comprise a proximal quick disconnect. Accordingly, the torch lead extension may be quickly assembled between or disassembled from the torch lead and the power supply.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2002Publication date: May 13, 2004Inventors: Terry N. Raymond, Fred A. Rogers, Christopher J. Conway, Kevin D. Horner-Richardson
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Patent number: 6717096Abstract: A dual mode plasma arc torch is provided that preferably comprises a start cartridge disposed between an electrode and a tip. In one form, the start cartridge comprises an initiator that is in electrical contact with the electrode and that is resiliently biased into contact with the tip, such that when the plasma arc torch is in a contact start mode, the initiator is movable against the resilient bias to separate from the tip and establish a pilot arc between the initiator and the tip. Further, when the plasma arc torch is in a high frequency start mode, the start cartridge spaces the tip from the electrode such that a pilot arc is established between the electrode and the tip. In other forms, a contact start torch is provided that is operable under high frequency, and conversely, a high frequency start torch is provided that is operable under low voltage.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2002Date of Patent: April 6, 2004Assignee: Thermal Dynamics CorporationInventors: Roger W. Hewett, Kevin D. Horner-Richardson, Joseph P. Jones, Shiyu Chen, Fred Rogers