Patents by Inventor Jim Andersen

Jim Andersen 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: 11412083
    Abstract: A mobile intercom device is described that is configured to facilitate the assignment and reassignment of functions during use. A plurality of button pairs, each including a talk button and a listen button, and a display screen are provided on the mobile intercom device. An electronic processor of the mobile intercom device is configured to display a list of alphanumeric identifiers on the display screen, each alphanumeric identifier in the list of alphanumeric identifiers corresponding to a different one of a plurality of channels on the intercom system. A selection of a first alphanumeric identifier from the list is received and a channel on the intercom system corresponding to the first alphanumeric identifier is assigned to a first button pair of the plurality of button pairs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2022
    Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbH
    Inventors: Fredrik Borjesson, Jason Brchan, Jim Andersen, Kevin B. Moore, La Ruhe Gene Friesen, Keith Jenkins, Ralph K. Strader
  • Patent number: 10912019
    Abstract: Methods and systems are presented for providing audio routing and roaming functionality for a wireless intercom system including a plurality of wireless access points. A first wireless access point is configured to receive a communication from a first wireless intercom device and identify a home access point for the first wireless intercom device. The first wireless access point transmits audio data from the first wireless intercom device directly to the intercom system in response to a determination that the first wireless access point is the home access point for the first wireless device. The audio data from the first wireless intercom device is transmitted to the intercom system through a second wireless access point in response to a determination that the second wireless access point is the home access point for the first wireless intercom device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2021
    Assignee: Robert Bosch GbmH
    Inventors: Jason Brchan, Jim Andersen, Keith Jenkins, La Rhue Gene Friesen
  • Publication number: 20210029237
    Abstract: A mobile intercom device is described that is configured to facilitate the assignment and reassignment of functions during use. A plurality of button pairs, each including a talk button and a listen button, and a display screen are provided on the mobile intercom device. An electronic processor of the mobile intercom device is configured to display a list of alphanumeric identifiers on the display screen, each alphanumeric identifier in the list of alphanumeric identifiers corresponding to a different one of a plurality of channels on the intercom system. A selection of a first alphanumeric identifier from the list is received and a channel on the intercom system corresponding to the first alphanumeric identifier is assigned to a first button pair of the plurality of button pairs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2017
    Publication date: January 28, 2021
    Inventors: Fredrik Borjesson, Jason Brchan, Jim Andersen, Kevin B. Moore, La Ruhe Gene Friesen, Keith Jenkins, Ralph K. Strader
  • Publication number: 20200187110
    Abstract: Methods and systems are presented for providing audio routing and roaming functionality for a wireless intercom system including a plurality of wireless access points. A first wireless access point is configured to receive a communication from a first wireless intercom device and identify a home access point for the first wireless intercom device. The first wireless access point transmits audio data from the first wireless intercom device directly to the intercom system in response to a determination that the first wireless access point is the home access point for the first wireless device. The audio data from the first wireless intercom device is transmitted to the intercom system through a second wireless access point in response to a determination that the second wireless access point is the home access point for the first wireless intercom device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2017
    Publication date: June 11, 2020
    Inventors: Jason Brchan, Jim Andersen, Keith Jenkins, La Ruhe Gene Friesen
  • Patent number: 10624000
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for operating an intercom system using a wireless access point. A codec is selected (501) from a plurality of available codecs. In some implementations, the available codecs present a tradeoff between audio quality and intercom device capacity. The access point operates (505) using the selected codec and, in response to detecting a new intercom device connecting to the intercom system (507) through the access point, the access point transmits a signal to the new intercom device identifying the selected codec. In response to a determination that the new intercom device does not have the selected codec stored in its memory, the access point automatically uploads (515) the codec to the new intercom device and transmits communications with the intercom device—including, for example, audio stream data—using the selected codec.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbH
    Inventors: Keith Jenkins, La Rhue Gene Friesen, Jim Andersen, Jason Brchan, Bob Basine
  • Publication number: 20190230559
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for operating an intercom system using a wireless access point. A codec is selected (501) from a plurality of available codecs. In some implementations, the available codecs present a tradeoff between audio quality and intercom device capacity. The access point operates (505) using the selected codec and, in response to detecting a new intercom device connecting to the intercom system (507) through the access point, the access point transmits a signal to the new intercom device identifying the selected codec. In response to a determination that the new intercom device does not have the selected codec stored in its memory, the access point automatically uploads (515) the codec to the new intercom device and transmits communications with the intercom device—including, for example, audio stream data—using the selected codec.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2017
    Publication date: July 25, 2019
    Inventors: Keith Jenkins, La Ruhe Gene Friesen, Jim Andersen, Jason Brchan, Bob Basine
  • Publication number: 20150165596
    Abstract: A strap and tensioning mechanism for attaching flotation modules to sections of Port Security Barriers (PSBs) is disclosed. Preferably, the strap is made from non-metallic fibers, preferably in an axially aligned or linear configuration, to form the strap, the fibers preferably being made of Aramid. Other strong synthetic fibers exhibiting desired thermal and other properties are suitable, as well.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2014
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Inventor: Jim Andersen
  • Publication number: 20150110546
    Abstract: A connector especially suited for connecting sections of floating port security barriers (PSBs) has a central portion joining two spaced apart, generally transverse end sections. The connector has a generally I-shaped cross section shape. Bolts or other fastening members are inserted through holes in the end sections to permit attachment to the PSB sections. The connector is preferably of a cast monolithic structure of a flexible, strong, non-corrosive material such as urethane. High-strength embedments may be formed into the end sections, to increase overall strength of the connector. Another embodiment has an internal tension member, which may be a loop of high-strength fiber, connecting the embedments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Inventors: Erick Knezek, Matthew Marcy, David Delleart, Jim Andersen
  • Patent number: 7144567
    Abstract: There is provided a renewable energy carrier system and method wherein the aluminum metal is the carrier. Aluminum metal is reacted with water in a catalytic reaction, thereby splitting the water into hydrogen, oxygen and forming a clean aluminum derivative. The hydrogen is converted into useful energy and the aluminum derivative is recycled back into aluminum metal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2006
    Inventor: Erling Jim Andersen
  • Patent number: 6800258
    Abstract: The process for producing hydrogen gas according to the present invention consists of reacting aluminum with water in the presence of sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. An apparatus for carrying out the method is also described. The apparatus comprises an expandable container wherein the pressure and temperature of the reaction causes the container to expand and contract to control the degree of immersion of a fuel cartridge in water and consequently to control the intensity and duration of the reaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2004
    Inventors: Erling Reidar Andersen, Erling Jim Andersen
  • Publication number: 20040115125
    Abstract: There is provided a renewable energy carrier system and method wherein the aluminum metal is the carrier. Aluminum metal is reacted with water in a catalytic reaction, thereby splitting the water into hydrogen, oxygen and forming a clean aluminum derivative. The hydrogen is converted into useful energy and the aluminum derivative is recycled back into aluminum metal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2003
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Inventor: Erling Jim Andersen
  • Patent number: 6638493
    Abstract: The process for producing hydrogen gas according to the present invention consists of reacting aluminum with water in the presence of sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. In one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a process for producing hydrogen gas, comprising the steps of: providing an aqueous solution containing between 0.26 M and 19 M NaOH in a vessel. The next step consists of reacting aluminum with water at the surface of the solution to generate a region of effervescence at the surface of the solution and a precipitate sinking from the region of effervescence to the bottom of the vessel. The region of effervescence is kept separated from the precipitate at the bottom the vessel, to prevent any precipitate from mixing with the aluminum therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2003
    Inventors: Erling Reidar Andersen, Erling Jim Andersen
  • Publication number: 20030143155
    Abstract: The process for producing hydrogen gas according to the present invention consists of reacting aluminum with water in the presence of sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. In one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a process for producing hydrogen gas, comprising the steps of: providing an aqueous solution containing between 0.26 M and 19 M NaOH in a vessel. The next step consists of reacting aluminum with water at the surface of the solution to generate a region of effervescence at the surface of the solution and a precipitate sinking from the region of effervescence to the bottom of the vessel. The region of effervescence is kept separated from the precipitate at the bottom the vessel, to prevent any precipitate from mixing with the aluminum therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Publication date: July 31, 2003
    Inventors: Erling Reidar Andersen, Erling Jim Andersen
  • Publication number: 20030118505
    Abstract: The process for producing hydrogen gas according to the present invention consists of reacting aluminum with water in the presence of sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. An apparatus for carrying out the method is also described. The apparatus comprises an expandable container wherein the pressure and temperature of the reaction causes the container to expand and contract to control the degree of immersion of a fuel cartridge in water and consequently to control the intensity and duration of the reaction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2002
    Publication date: June 26, 2003
    Inventors: Erling Reidar Andersen, Erling Jim Andersen
  • Patent number: 6506360
    Abstract: The method for producing hydrogen according to the present invention consists of reacting aluminum with water in the presence of sodium hydroxide as a catalyst. The apparatus for carrying out the method uses the pressure and temperature of the reaction to control the degree of immersion of a fuel cartridge in water and consequently to control the vigor and duration of the reaction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2003
    Inventors: Erling Reidar Andersen, Erling Jim Andersen
  • Patent number: 6299726
    Abstract: There is provided a stock of paper nuggets for manufacturing composite building materials, wherein the stock of paper nuggets comprises a large portion of paper nuggets each having a thick mass, a twisted core and a tailed configuration. This stock of paper nuggets is advantageous for being composed of cohesive entities which can be manipulated on a construction site or sold to the public in bags, for use in backyard projects. The paper nuggets have good mold-filling and interlacing properties for manufacturing paper-based products having an homogenous structure and good mechanical properties. There are also provided a method and apparatus using one or more spherical rotors for penetrating a wet paper mulch, for pulling paper nuggets out of this wet paper mulch and for imparting in these paper nuggets their interlacing properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2001
    Inventors: Erling Reidar Andersen, Erling Jim Andersen