Patents by Inventor Kenneth Cheung
Kenneth Cheung 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: 11944130Abstract: A vaporizer device includes various modular components. The vaporizer device includes a first subassembly. The first subassembly includes a cartridge connector that secures a vaporizer cartridge to the vaporizer device and includes at least two receptacle contacts that electrically communicate with the vaporizer cartridge. The vaporizer device includes a second subassembly. The second subassembly includes a skeleton defining a rigid tray that retains at least a power source. The vaporizer device also includes a third subassembly. The third subassembly includes a plurality of charging contacts that supply power to the power source, and an end cap that encloses an end of the vaporizer device.Type: GrantFiled: December 24, 2020Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: JUUL Labs, Inc.Inventors: Samuel C. Anderson, Wei-Ling Chang, Brandon Cheung, Steven Christensen, Joseph Chun, Joseph R. Fisher, Jr., Nicholas J. Hatton, Kevin Lomeli, James Monsees, Andrew L. Murphy, Claire O'Malley, John R. Pelochino, Hugh Pham, Vipul V. Rahane, Matthew J. Taschner, Val Valentine, Kenneth Wong
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Publication number: 20230211528Abstract: A method for the design, manufacture, and assembly of modular lattice structures composed of cuboctahedron unit cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2022Publication date: July 6, 2023Applicants: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States Government as Represented by The Administrator of NASAInventors: Benjamin Jenett, Neil Gershenfeld, Kenneth Cheung, Christine Gregg
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Patent number: 11498250Abstract: A method for the design, manufacture, and assembly of modular lattice structures composed of cuboctahedron unit cells.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2020Date of Patent: November 15, 2022Assignees: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States Government as represented by The Administrator of NASAInventors: Benjamin Jenett, Neil Gershenfeld, Kenneth Cheung, Christine Gregg
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Patent number: 11172241Abstract: A distributed computing system is configured to compute operational data for a video advertisement delivery system. Cloud-based resource are used to calculate operational parameters such as geographical data, unique advertisement delivery instances and segments of consumers that received the video advertisements.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2018Date of Patent: November 9, 2021Assignee: VERIZON MEDIA INC.Inventors: Giao Huu Phan, Daniel Wei-Tze Hsiung, Ian Graeme Melven, Brian Hardie, Joseph Gutierrez, Marshall Allen Beddoe, Pankaj Gupta, Bernardo de Seabra, Dru Nelson, Kam Ho Kenneth Cheung, Jason Endo, Max Sadrieh, Rahul Ravindran, Vikas Unnava, Sharon Paisner, Dia Kharrat
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Publication number: 20210146581Abstract: A method for the design, manufacture, and assembly of modular lattice structures composed of cuboctahedron unit cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2020Publication date: May 20, 2021Applicants: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States Government as represented by The Administrator of NASAInventors: Benjamin Jenett, Neil Gershenfield, Kenneth Cheung, Christine Gregg
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Patent number: 11001319Abstract: A class of robots specifically adapted to climb periodic lattices. These “relative robots” are designed for a specific lattice structure and use the regularity of the structure to simplify path planning, align with minimal feedback, and reduce the number of degrees of freedom (DOF) required to locomote. These robots can perform vital inspection and repair tasks within the structure that larger truss construction robots cannot perform without modifying the structure. A particular embodiment is a robot designed to traverse a cubooctahedral (CubOct) cellular solids lattice using only two motions: climbing and turning.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2018Date of Patent: May 11, 2021Assignees: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, United States of America, as Represented by the Administrator of NASAInventors: Benjamin Jenett, Daniel Cellucci, Kenneth Cheung, Neil Gershenfeld
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Publication number: 20210059849Abstract: The invention relates to a customizable wearable top for the treatment of scoliosis, such as Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS), in a person and related methods. In one form there is provided a customizable wearable top to treat scoliosis in a person comprising: a body portion formed from a soft material and being wearable around the upper torso and having a body front and a body back; a strap adjuster on an outward facing surface of the body back, the strap adjuster configured to, or customizable to, mount a first end of one or more straps at a selectable longitudinal position thereon, such that when worn the straps are extendable around at least a portion of a wearer's upper torso to apply a bias force to a treatment site on the person corresponding to the selectable longitudinal position.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2019Publication date: March 4, 2021Inventors: Yiu-Wan Joanne YIP, Ho-Yi Olivia FUNG, Kit-Lun YICK, Chi-Yung TSE, Man-Chee Kenneth CHEUNG, Yat-Hong Kenny KWAN, Pui-Yin Jason CHEUNG, Sun-Pui NG
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Patent number: 10917677Abstract: A distributed computing system is configured to compute operational data for a video advertisement delivery system. Cloud-based resource are used to calculate operational parameters such as geographical data, unique advertisement delivery instances and segments of consumers that received the video advertisements.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2018Date of Patent: February 9, 2021Assignee: Verizon Media Inc.Inventors: Giao Huu Phan, Daniel Wei-Tze Hsiung, Ian Graeme Melven, Brian Hardie, Joseph Gutierrez, Marshall Allen Beddoe, Pankaj Gupta, Bernardo de Seabra, Dru Nelson, Kam Ho Kenneth Cheung, Jason Endo, Max Sadrieh, Rahul Ravindran, Vikas Unnava, Sharon Paisner, Dia Kharrat
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Publication number: 20200283121Abstract: A shape-morphing ultralight structure using materials that dramatically increase the efficiency of load-bearing aerostructures that includes a programmable material system applied as a large-scale, ultralight, and conformable (shape-morphing) aeroelastic structure. The use of a modular, lattice-based, ultralight material results in stiffness and density typical of an elastomer. This, combined with a building block-based manufacturing and configuration strategy, enables the rapid realization of new adaptive structures and mechanisms. The heterogeneous design with programmable anisotropy allows for enhanced elastic and global shape deformation in response to external loading, making it useful for tuned fluid-structure interaction. The present invention demonstrates an example application experiment using two building block types for the primary structure of a 4.27 m wingspan aircraft with spatially programed elastic shape morphing to increase aerodynamic efficiency.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2020Publication date: September 10, 2020Applicant: Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyInventors: Benjamin Eric Janett, Neil Gershenfeld, Sean Swei, Nicholas Cramer, Kenneth Cheung
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Patent number: 10603412Abstract: Novel hybrid materials and fabrication methods thereof are provided. The novel hybrid materials can include a biodegradable polymer and a biodegradable metallic material. The hybrid material can also include a coupling agent between the biodegradable metallic material and the biodegradable polymer. A method of fabricating a hybrid material can include performing a surface treatment process on the biodegradable metallic material, and then either performing a solvent formation method or a thermal formation method.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2018Date of Patent: March 31, 2020Assignees: Versitech Limited, City University of Hong KongInventors: Hoi Man Karen Wong, Wai Kwok Kelvin Yeung, Man Chee Kenneth Cheung, Dip Kei Keith Luk, Kin On John Lam, Kim Ho Paul Chu
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Publication number: 20190118390Abstract: A class of robots specifically adapted to climb periodic lattices. These “relative robots” are designed for a specific lattice structure and use the regularity of the structure to simplify path planning, align with minimal feedback, and reduce the number of degrees of freedom (DOF) required to locomote. These robots can perform vital inspection and repair tasks within the structure that larger truss construction robots cannot perform without modifying the structure. A particular embodiment is a robot designed to traverse a cubooctahedral (CubOct) cellular solids lattice using only two motions: climbing and turning.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2018Publication date: April 25, 2019Inventors: Benjamin Jenett, Daniel Cellucci, Kenneth Cheung
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Publication number: 20190020931Abstract: A distributed computing system is configured to compute operational data for a video advertisement delivery system. Cloud-based resource are used to calculate operational parameters such as geographical data, unique advertisement delivery instances and segments of consumers that received the video advertisements.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2018Publication date: January 17, 2019Inventors: Giao Huu Phan, Daniel Wei-Tze Hsiung, Ian Graeme Melven, Brian Hardie, Joseph Gutierrez, Marshall Allen Beddoe, Pankaj Gupta, Bernardo de Seabra, Dru Nelson, Kam Ho Kenneth Cheung, Jason Endo, Max Sadrieh, Rahul Ravindran, Vikas Unnava, Sharon Paisner, Dia Kharrat
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Publication number: 20190020930Abstract: A distributed computing system is configured to compute operational data for a video advertisement delivery system. Cloud-based resource are used to calculate operational parameters such as geographical data, unique advertisement delivery instances and segments of consumers that received the video advertisements.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2018Publication date: January 17, 2019Inventors: Giao Huu Phan, Daniel Wei-Tze Hsiung, Ian Graeme Melven, Brian Hardie, Joseph Gutierrez, Marshall Allen Beddoe, Pankaj Gupta, Bernardo de Seabra, Dru Nelson, Kam Ho Kenneth Cheung, Jason Endo, Max Sadrieh, Rahul Ravindran, Vikas Unnava, Sharon Paisner, Dia Kharrat
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Publication number: 20180369453Abstract: Novel hybrid materials and fabrication methods thereof are provided. The novel hybrid materials can include a biodegradable polymer and a biodegradable metallic material. The hybrid material can also include a coupling agent between the biodegradable metallic material and the biodegradable polymer. A method of fabricating a hybrid material can include performing a surface treatment process on the biodegradable metallic material, and then either performing a solvent formation method or a thermal formation method.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2018Publication date: December 27, 2018Inventors: HOI MAN, KAREN WONG, WAI KWOK, KELVIN YEUNG, MAN CHEE, KENNETH CHEUNG, DIP KEI, KEITH LUK, KIN ON, JOHN LAM, KIM HO, PAUL CHU
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Patent number: 10080064Abstract: A distributed computing system is configured to compute operational data for a video advertisement delivery system. Cloud-based resource are used to calculate operational parameters such as geographical data, unique advertisement delivery instances and segments of consumers that received the video advertisements.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2014Date of Patent: September 18, 2018Assignee: OATH INC.Inventors: Giao Huu Phan, Daniel Wei-Tze Hsiung, Ian Graeme Melven, Brian Hardie, Joseph Gutierrez, Marshall Allen Beddoe, Pankaj Gupta, Bernardo de Seabra, Dru Nelson, Kam Ho Kenneth Cheung, Jason Endo, Max Sadrieh, Rahul Ravindran, Vikas Unnava, Sharon Paisner, Dia Kharrat
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Patent number: 10046820Abstract: A robotic platform for traversing and manipulating a modular 3D lattice structure is described. The robot is designed specifically for its tasks within a structured environment, and is simplified in terms of its numbers of degrees of freedom (DOF). This allows for simpler controls and a reduction of mass and cost. Designing the robot relative to the environment in which it operates results in a specific type of robot called a “relative robot”. Depending on the task and environment, there can be a number of relative robots. This invention describes a bipedal robot which can locomote across a periodic lattice structure made of building block parts. The robot is able to handle, manipulate, and transport these blocks when there is more than one robot. Based on a general inchworm design, the robot has added functionality while retaining minimal complexity, and can perform numerous maneuvers for increased speed, reach, and placement.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2017Date of Patent: August 14, 2018Assignee: Massachusetts Institute for TechnologyInventors: Benjamin Jenett, Kenneth Cheung, Neil Gershenfeld
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Publication number: 20170368679Abstract: A robotic platform for traversing and manipulating a modular 3D lattice structure is described. The robot is designed specifically for its tasks within a structured environment, and is simplified in terms of its numbers of degrees of freedom (DOF). This allows for simpler controls and a reduction of mass and cost. Designing the robot relative to the environment in which it operates results in a specific type of robot called a “relative robot”. Depending on the task and environment, there can be a number of relative robots. This invention describes a bipedal robot which can locomote across a periodic lattice structure made of building block parts. The robot is able to handle, manipulate, and transport these blocks when there is more than one robot. Based on a general inchworm design, the robot has added functionality while retaining minimal complexity, and can perform numerous maneuvers for increased speed, reach, and placement.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2017Publication date: December 28, 2017Inventors: Benjamin Jenett, Kenneth Cheung, Neil Gershenfeld
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Patent number: 9690286Abstract: A digital material skin is made of a set of discrete units with a finite set of parts and joints. The discrete units are assembled into a layer according to a regular geometry, with each of the discrete units being reversibly connected to at least one other unit in the set. The reversibly connected set of units forms an exterior structure surface that is larger than the individual discrete units. Digital material skins may be used to construct any shape or interior volume, whether regular or amorphous. The skin surface may be enclosed or open. The skin may rely on an interior digital material structure for support or may be self-supported. The skin may be part of a larger assembly or apparatus, enclosing an interior volume or structure.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2013Date of Patent: June 27, 2017Assignee: Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyInventors: Sarah Hovsepian, Neil Adam Gershenfeld, Kenneth Cheung
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Patent number: 9462354Abstract: Techniques and systems for operating a video ad exchange includes controlling an ad server to receive ad requests from viewer devices, provide ad responses to viewer devices, generate an ad delivery data file that includes information about delivery of ads to the viewer devices, and transfer the ad delivery data file to a distributed computing cloud. The technique further includes controlling an ad data infrastructure mechanism to download the cloud-based ad delivery data file into a local memory, and process the copied ad delivery data file to generate billing data. An ad data infrastructure mechanism receives a configuration file from the ad server, verifies that all items in the configuration file from the ad server were used in the generation of the first billing data, and removes non-verifiable items from the first billing data to generate a final billing data.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2014Date of Patent: October 4, 2016Assignee: Yahoo! Inc.Inventors: Giao Huu Phan, Daniel Wei-Tze Hsiung, Ian Graeme Melven, Brian Hardie, Joseph Gutierrez, Marshall Allen Beddoe, Pankaj Gupta, Bernardo de Seabra, Dru Nelson, Kam Ho Kenneth Cheung, Jason Endo
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Publication number: 20160070254Abstract: A digital material skin is made of a set of discrete units with a finite set of parts and joints. The discrete units are assembled into a layer according to a regular geometry, with each of the discrete units being reversibly connected to at least one other unit in the set. The reversibly connected set of units forms an exterior structure surface that is larger than the individual discrete units. Digital material skins may be used to construct any shape or interior volume, whether regular or amorphous. The skin surface may be enclosed or open. The skin may rely on an interior digital material structure for support or may be self-supported. The skin may be part of a larger assembly or apparatus, enclosing an interior volume or structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2013Publication date: March 10, 2016Applicant: MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYInventors: Sarah Hovsepian, Neil Adam Gershenfeld, Kenneth Cheung