Patents by Inventor Ian Palmer
Ian Palmer 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: 11968510Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2023Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Publication number: 20240118319Abstract: A current detection device for measuring current flowing through a conductor having a magnetic core having a channel for receiving the conductor therethrough, and a magnetic field transducer positioned at least partially within an air gap of the magnetic core. The magnetic field transducer is configured to respond to the presence of a magnetic field by generating an output electrical signal based on a flux density of the magnetic field. The magnetic core comprises an absolute saturation flux density that is substantially lower than an absolute saturation flux density of the magnetic field transducer. Accordingly, a response of the current detection device within the magnetic flux density operating range varies in sensitivity and is substantially non-linear. The response of the current detection device is preconfigured. The current detection device may be implemented in devices and systems where a substantially wide sensing range and relatively high, low-current sensitivity is desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Brendon David HALE, Warren Gordon PETTIGREW, Ian PALMER
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Publication number: 20240093034Abstract: The present invention relates to fluorescent dyes of formula (I), including salts thereof, and extracellular vesicles and cells labelled with the fluorescent dyes. The present invention also relates to methods, uses and kits thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 24, 2021Publication date: March 21, 2024Applicant: EXOPHARM LIMITEDInventors: Jim PALMER, Ian DIXON, Patrick JAMES, Melanie SCHOPPET, Karmen KONG, Sebastian M. MARCUCCIO, Jonathan M. FABER, Kieran P. STOCKTON, Melissa WERRETT, Rohan JOYCE
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Publication number: 20240074301Abstract: Provided are compounds comprising ligands LA that are ligands of Pt and Ir complexes for OLED applications. Also provided are formulations comprising these compounds comprising ligands LA that are ligands of Pt and Ir complexes for OLED applications. Further provided are OLEDs and related consumer products that utilize these compounds comprising ligands LA that are ligands of Pt and Ir complexes for OLED applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Applicant: UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATIONInventors: Wystan Neil PALMER, Wei-Chun SHIH, George FITZGERALD, Joseph A. MACOR, Rasha HAMZE, Pierre-Luc T. BOUDREAULT, Geza SZIGETHY, Zhiqiang JI, Derek Ian WOZNIAK, Hsiao-Fan CHEN
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Publication number: 20230412986Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2023Publication date: December 21, 2023Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER
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Patent number: 11716571Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2022Date of Patent: August 1, 2023Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Publication number: 20230095319Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2022Publication date: March 30, 2023Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER
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Patent number: 11490205Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2020Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Publication number: 20220150628Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducer technology, including audio tuning systems to be utilised in personal audio devices, such as headphone, earphones, mobile phones and the like. The audio tuning system optimises the frequency response of the personal audio device by using Diffuse Field curve characteristics. The audio transducers of the personal audio device incorporate low resonance designs, including low resonance transducer and diaphragm suspensions to further optimise the sound quality of the device. The invention also relates to an audio transducer diaphragm construction that includes a three-dimensional lattice which may be utilised in any audio transducer application.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2021Publication date: May 12, 2022Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER
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Patent number: 11166100Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducer technology, including audio tuning systems to be utilised in personal audio devices, such as headphone, earphones, mobile phones and the like. The audio tuning system optimises the frequency response of the personal audio device by using Diffuse Field curve characteristics. The audio transducers of the personal audio device incorporate low resonance designs, including low resonance transducer and diaphragm suspensions to further optimise the sound quality of the device. The invention also relates to an audio transducer diaphragm construction that includes a three-dimensional lattice which may be utilised in any audio transducer application.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2017Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Patent number: 11137803Abstract: A hinge system having at least three hinge joints, consisting each of a hinge element and an associated contact member. The contact surface of the hinge element of each hinge joint moves relative to the contact surface of the associated contact member to enable rotatable oscillation of the hinge joint about a common axis of rotation during operation. The contact surface of each contact member is convexly curved and the hinge joints comprise convex surfaces facing in different directions to enhance operation of the hinge system. Multiple convex surfaces are preferably formed on a relatively rigid component to reduce manufacturing complexity and improve operation. The hinge system is particularly suited for audio transducer applications, but may also be used in other applications, such as in other electromechanical devices.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2018Date of Patent: October 5, 2021Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer, Christopher Marck Hardy
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Patent number: 11102582Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to hinge systems for rotational action audio transducers. The hinge systems of the invention being configured to operatively support a diaphragm in use, and comprising a hinge assembly having one or more hinge joints, wherein each hinge joint comprises a hinge element and a contact member. The contact member comprises a contact surface and the configuration is such that during operation each hinge joint is configured to allow the hinge element to move relative to the associated contact member, while maintaining a substantially consistent physical contact with the contact surface. The hinge assembly biases the hinge element towards the contact surface. Preferably the hinge assembly is configured to apply a biasing force to the hinge element of each joint toward the associated contact surface, compliantly.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2019Date of Patent: August 24, 2021Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Publication number: 20210051410Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2020Publication date: February 18, 2021Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER
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Publication number: 20210018993Abstract: A computer mouse including a base with a lower surface for sliding across a work surface, the lower surface having a first base contact footprint with contact feet for supporting the mouse on the work surface. An upper body extends from the base with a palm rest extending from the rear of the mouse upper. At least one trigger button is located forward of the palm-rest and at least two primary buttons are located forward of the trigger button. A recess is formed underneath the trigger button and is at least partially formed by the underside of the trigger button. An optical movement sensor is included along with a communication system, for communicating with the computer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2020Publication date: January 21, 2021Applicant: SWIFTPOINT LIMITEDInventors: Grant Odgers, Blair Mackle, Ian Palmer
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Patent number: 10887701Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2020Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Publication number: 20200280804Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2020Publication date: September 3, 2020Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER
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Patent number: 10732731Abstract: A computer mouse (1) including a base with a lower surface (4) for sliding across a work surface (5), the lower surface (4) having a first base contact footprint (7a) with contact feet (6a-6f) for supporting the mouse (1) on the work surface (5). An upper (8) extends from the base (3) with a palm rest (9) extending from the rear (18) of the mouse upper (8). At least one trigger button (13e, 13f) is located forward of the palm-rest (9) and at least two primary buttons (13a, 13b) are located forward of the trigger button (13e, 13f). A recess (14) is formed underneath the trigger button (13e, 13f) and is at least partially formed by the underside of the trigger button (13e, 13f). An optical movement sensor (15) is included along with a communication system, for communicating with the computer (2).Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2017Date of Patent: August 4, 2020Assignee: Swiftpoint LimitedInventors: Grant Odgers, Blair Mackle, Ian Palmer
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Patent number: 10701490Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducers, such as loudspeaker, microphones and the like, and includes improvements in or relating to: audio transducer diaphragm structures and assemblies, audio transducer mounting systems; audio transducer diaphragm suspension systems, personal audio devices incorporating the same and any combination thereof. The embodiments of the invention include linear action and rotational action transducers. For both types of transducer, rigid and composite diaphragm constructions and unsupported diaphragm periphery designs are described. Systems and methods for mounting the transducer to a housing, such as an enclosure or baffle are also described. Furthermore, hinge systems including: rigid contact hinge systems and flexible hinge systems are also disclosed for various rotational action transducer embodiments.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2016Date of Patent: June 30, 2020Assignee: WING ACOUSTICS LIMITEDInventors: David John Palmer, Michael Ian Palmer
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Publication number: 20200092647Abstract: The invention relates to audio transducer technology, including audio tuning systems to be utilised in personal audio devices, such as headphone, earphones, mobile phones and the like. The audio tuning system optimises the frequency response of the personal audio device by using Diffuse Field curve characteristics. The audio transducers of the personal audio device incorporate low resonance designs, including low resonance transducer and diaphragm suspensions to further optimise the sound quality of the device. The invention also relates to an audio transducer diaphragm construction that includes a three-dimensional lattice which may be utilised in any audio transducer application.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2017Publication date: March 19, 2020Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER
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Publication number: 20200019219Abstract: A hinge system having at least three hinge joints, consisting each of a hinge element and an associated contact member. The contact surface of the hinge element of each hinge joint moves relative to the contact surface of the associated contact member to enable rotatable oscillation of the hinge joint about a common axis of rotation during operation. The contact surface of each contact member is convexly curved and the hinge joints comprise convex surfaces facing in different directions to enhance operation of the hinge system. Multiple convex surfaces are preferably formed on a relatively rigid component to reduce manufacturing complexity and improve operation. The hinge system is particularly suited for audio transducer applications, but may also be used in other applications, such as in other electromechanical devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2018Publication date: January 16, 2020Inventors: David John PALMER, Michael Ian PALMER, Christopher Marck HARDY