Patents by Inventor John Higgins
John Higgins 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: 20240091757Abstract: A method for activating a catalyst is described comprising the steps of: (i) installing a reduced and passivated catalyst containing crystallites of a catalytic metal comprising nickel, cobalt or iron in elemental form encapsulated by a layer comprising an oxide of the catalytic metal in a reactor, such as a steam methane reforming reactor, in which it is to be used, and (ii) heating the reduced and passivated catalyst in the reactor under a vacuum or an inert gas to a temperature in the range (TT?X) to (TT+Y), where TT is the Tammann temperature of the catalytic metal in elemental form in degrees Centigrade, X is 400 and Y is 200, to form a catalytically active surface on the catalyst without requiring the application of a reducing gas.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2022Publication date: March 21, 2024Inventors: Alan BOOTLAND, David DAVIS, Mikael CARLSSON, Jonathon HIGGINS, Andrew Edward RICHARDSON, John WEST, Emma SOFTLEY
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Patent number: 11915333Abstract: A method of verifying that a user is authorized to access a secured area via an entry point includes receiving at a first computer and from a user device associated with the user, check-in request information that includes: a membership number associated with the user and a travel event; and a lounge location. The method also includes generating a time stamp for the receipt of the check-in request; verifying that the membership number is a valid membership number; and verifying that the time stamp is within a predetermined window of time. The method also includes sending, in response to the verification, instructions from the first computer to a second computer positioned near the entry point to display a window that includes user information associated with the user.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2022Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: AMERICAN AIRLINES, INC.Inventors: Venkatasubramanian Ganesan, Krishna Reddy Jeereddy, Alyson Jones, Paul Pacheco, Phillip Easter, Basil Higgins, John Praveen Caleb Francis
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Publication number: 20240029468Abstract: A multi-segment pixel matrix, a sensor or device, a system, and a method, for biometric sensing, are provided. Such a device or system includes a sensor comprising a pixel matrix having two or more pixel arrays as separate segments logically divided in the pixel matrix. The pixel matrix may include both thermal sensing pixels and capacitive sensing nodes. The device or system may include a plurality of application-specific intergrade circuits (ASICs) coupled to the sensor. Each ASIC is configured to capture image data of a biometric pattern measured by at least one pixel array. Each pixel array is independently driven and scanned by one or more of the plurality of the ASICs. The device or system further includes a microcontroller unit coupled to the plurality of ASICs and are used to process the image data and/or control operation of the system. Such a sensor can be a fingerprint sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2023Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: Next Biometrics Group ASAInventors: King Hong Kwan, Tian Xiao, Ryan John Higgins
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Patent number: 11828394Abstract: Expansion and movement joints are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a collar having a first aperture extending therethrough to receive a conduit, and a guide to receive the collar, where the guide has a second aperture that defines an inner surface of the guide, and where the inner surface of the guide is larger than an outer surface of the collar to define a gap therebetween.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2019Date of Patent: November 28, 2023Assignee: Durr Universal, Inc.Inventors: Adam Joseph Shambeau, Matthew Mark Holschuh, Jesse Alan Peterson, Bradley Brian Pedersen, Patrick John Higgins
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Patent number: 11790684Abstract: A multi-segment pixel matrix, a sensor or device, a system, and a method, for biometric sensing, are provided. Such a device or system includes a sensor comprising a pixel matrix having two or more pixel arrays as separate segments logically divided in the pixel matrix. The pixel matrix may include both thermal sensing pixels and capacitive sensing nodes. The device or system may include a plurality of application-specific intergrade circuits (ASICs) coupled to the sensor. Each ASIC is configured to capture image data of a biometric pattern measured by at least one pixel array. Each pixel array is independently driven and scanned by one or more of the plurality of the ASICs. The device or system further includes a microcontroller unit coupled to the plurality of ASICs and are used to process the image data and/or control operation of the system. Such a sensor can be a fingerprint sensor.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2022Date of Patent: October 17, 2023Assignee: NEXT Biometrics Group ASAInventors: King Hong Kwan, Tian Xiao, Ryan John Higgins
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Publication number: 20230283630Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and computer-readable media for improving the detection, evaluation, and management of computer networks with regard to providing and managing the dispersion of communications. For example, in one or more implementations, a contagion management system can dynamically, efficiently, and quickly identify the extent to which information is expected to disperse in a network based on local and global factors, including virality. In various implementations, the contagion management system can utilize one or more spreading models to determine the potential expected network spread of network information and characteristics as well as can modify network connectivity settings to mitigate network spreading. In this manner, the contagion management system can effectively manage contagions of misinformation, or other characteristics, that spread throughout computer networks.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2023Publication date: September 7, 2023Inventors: Tarun Sabarwal, John Higgins
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Publication number: 20230225601Abstract: An endoscope includes a detachable wireless imaging device and an insertion tube having a distal end region. The attachment of the detachable wireless imaging device detachably attaches the detachable wireless imaging device to the distal end region of the insertion tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2022Publication date: July 20, 2023Applicant: PSIP LLCInventors: Lex BAYER, Rupesh DESAI, John HIGGINS
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Patent number: 11529044Abstract: An endoscope includes a detachable wireless imaging device and an insertion tube having a distal end region. The attachment of the detachable wireless imaging device detachably attaches the detachable wireless imaging device to the distal end region of the insertion tube.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2018Date of Patent: December 20, 2022Assignee: PSIP LLCInventors: Lex Bayer, Rupesh Desai, John Higgins
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Publication number: 20220222964Abstract: A multi-segment pixel matrix, a sensor or device, a system, and a method, for biometric sensing, are provided. Such a device or system includes a sensor comprising a pixel matrix having two or more pixel arrays as separate segments logically divided in the pixel matrix. The pixel matrix may include both thermal sensing pixels and capacitive sensing nodes. The device or system may include a plurality of application-specific intergrade circuits (ASICs) coupled to the sensor. Each ASIC is configured to capture image data of a biometric pattern measured by at least one pixel array. Each pixel array is independently driven and scanned by one or more of the plurality of the ASICs. The device or system further includes a microcontroller unit coupled to the plurality of ASICs and are used to process the image data and/or control operation of the system. Such a sensor can be a fingerprint sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2022Publication date: July 14, 2022Applicant: Next Biometrics Group ASAInventors: King Hong Kwan, Tian Xiao, Ryan John Higgins
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Publication number: 20210270401Abstract: Expansion and movement joints are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a collar having a first aperture extending therethrough to receive a conduit, and a guide to receive the collar, where the guide has a second aperture that defines an inner surface of the guide, and where the inner surface of the guide is larger than an outer surface of the collar to define a gap therebetween.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2019Publication date: September 2, 2021Inventors: Adam Joseph Shambeau, Matthew Mark Holschuh, Jesse Alan Peterson, Bradley Brian Pedersen, Patrick John Higgins
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Publication number: 20210145756Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods are provided to treat headache, headache-associated symptoms, photophobia, or adverse effects associated with the headache. Also provided herein are small smooth particulates comprising a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist. Compositions for oral administration are described herein wherein the compositions comprise a combination of active agents, such as a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist and one or more antiemetics.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2020Publication date: May 20, 2021Inventors: Paul Bosse, John AMELING, William KOZAREK, Bernard SCHACHTEL, John HIGGINS
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Publication number: 20200375441Abstract: An endoscope includes a detachable wireless imaging device and an insertion tube having a distal end region. The attachment of the detachable wireless imaging device detachably attaches the detachable wireless imaging device to the distal end region of the insertion tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2018Publication date: December 3, 2020Applicant: PSIP, LLCInventors: Lex BAYER, Rupesh DESAI, John HIGGINS
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Patent number: 10772840Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods are provided to treat headache, headache-associated symptoms, photophobia, or adverse effects associated with the headache. Also provided herein are small smooth particulates comprising a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist. Compositions for oral administration are described herein wherein the compositions comprise a combination of active agents, such as a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist and one or more antiemetics.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2018Date of Patent: September 15, 2020Assignee: CHARLESTON LABORATORIES, INC.Inventors: Paul Bosse, John Ameling, William Kozarek, Bernard Schachtel, John Higgins
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Patent number: 10631454Abstract: A collector/distribution assembly is provided for use with a product supply tank having a bottom outlet, comprising a housing having a front wall, a back wall and two side walls, said housing having an open top for receiving product from the bottom outlet of the product supply tank, an open bottom and at least one pair of side by side loading zones comprising a left loading zone and a right loading zone; a number of left pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each left pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding left loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the left loading zone; a number of right pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each right pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding right loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the right loading zone; and at least one air stream selector device comprising a shaped diverter operable to be positioned at the bottom of the housing; whereby when the at least one airType: GrantFiled: June 15, 2018Date of Patent: April 28, 2020Assignee: ONE PASS IMPLEMENTS INC.Inventors: Andrew Thomas Meyer, Robert John Higgins, Jeffrey Cameron Pridmore, Justin Charles Varjassy
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Publication number: 20200113124Abstract: A collector/distribution assembly is provided for use with a product supply tank having a bottom outlet, comprising a housing having a front wall, a back wall and two side walls, said housing having an open top for receiving product from the bottom outlet of the product supply tank, an open bottom and at least one pair of side by side loading zones comprising a left loading zone and a right loading zone; a number of left pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each left pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding left loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the left loading zone; a number of right to pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each right pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding right loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the right loading zone; and at least one air stream selector device comprising a shaped diverter operable to be positioned at the bottom of the housing; whereby when the at least oneType: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2018Publication date: April 16, 2020Inventors: ANDREW THOMAS MEYER, ROBERT JOHN HIGGINS, JEFFREY CAMERON PRIDMORE, JUSTIN CHARLES VARJASSY
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Publication number: 20200054564Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are provided, which comprise effective amounts of an opioid analgesic such as oxycodone, and an antiemetic, such as promethazine, to treat a subject for conditions, including for reducing or eliminating an adverse effect associated with the opioid analgesic.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2019Publication date: February 20, 2020Inventors: Paul BOSSE, John HIGGINS, Bernard SCHACHTEL, William KOZAREK
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Publication number: 20190380260Abstract: A collector/distribution assembly is provided for use with a product supply tank having a bottom outlet, comprising a housing having a front wall, a back wall and two side walls, said housing having an open top for receiving product from the bottom outlet of the product supply tank, an open bottom and at least one pair of side by side loading zones comprising a left loading zone and a right loading zone; a number of left pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each left pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding left loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the left loading zone; a number of right to pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each right pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding right loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the right loading zone; and at least one air stream selector device comprising a shaped diverter operable to be positioned at the bottom of the housing; whereby when the at least oneType: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2018Publication date: December 19, 2019Inventors: ANDREW THOMAS MEYER, ROBERT JOHN HIGGINS, JEFFREY CAMERON PRIDMORE, JUSTIN CHARLES VARJASSY
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Patent number: 10507770Abstract: The invention disclosed is a bicycle carrying rack to mount to a vehicle. The rack has first mounting portion to connect to a load carrier of the vehicle, and a fork mounting portion including a fork receiving portion. The fork mounting portion is rotationally mounted about a first axis from the first mounting portion. The fork receiving portion receives and locks to a fork of the bicycle. The fork mounting portion has, a first position adapted to locate the bicycle in a substantially vertical position, with the fork aligned in a substantially straight ahead position relative a major plane of the bicycle, and a second position adapted to locate the bicycle, in or toward a horizontal position, with the fork aligned at an angle turned away from the substantially straight ahead position.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2016Date of Patent: December 17, 2019Assignee: GO FLAT RACK LIMITEDInventor: David John Higgins
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Publication number: 20190354905Abstract: A system for managing a restaurant comprises a restaurant server including a graphical user interface. The graphical user interface comprises a display and an input interface. The display displays reservation information for the restaurant. The reservation information includes a colored indicator of a status. The input interface receives an indication to display the reservation information for the restaurant.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2019Publication date: November 21, 2019Inventors: Charles Norman McCullough, Elizabeth Suzanne Casey, Paul John Higgins, John Francis Donohoe
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Patent number: 10440900Abstract: A grow light system is disclosed that can produce an adjustable combined emission spectrum, as is useful to growing plants of different types, or as is useful to adjusting the spectrum provided to a given plant as it grows. The grow light can include a sensor system to detect the height of plants it is illuminating, and can via a cable hoist adjust the height of the grow light to maintain an optimal distance between the plants and the grow light. The grow light system preferably includes a computer device with a graphical user interface useable to set a plant-to-grow light distance, and/or to select a combined emission spectrum for the grow light, which may occur by selecting a particular plant type, variety, or group. The system may include a library of optimal settings to configure the system to optimally grow each selected plant type, variety, or group.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2019Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: Calyx Cultivation Tech. Corp.Inventors: John Higgins, James Higgins