Patents by Inventor Laurie Miller

Laurie Miller 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: 10105811
    Abstract: An eddy current monitoring system may include an elongated core. One or more coils may be coupled with the elongated core for producing an oscillating magnetic field that may couple with one or more conductive regions on a wafer. The core may be translated relative to the wafer to provide improved resolution while maintaining sufficient signal strength. An eddy current monitoring system may include a DC-coupled marginal oscillator for producing an oscillating magnetic field at a resonant frequency, where the resonant frequency may change as a result of changes to one or more conductive regions. Eddy current monitoring systems may be used to enable real-time profile control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: Applied Materials, Inc.
    Inventors: G. Laurie Miller, Boguslaw A. Swedek, Manoocher Birang
  • Patent number: 9569414
    Abstract: The present invention provides an approach and corresponding framework that separates data from its formatting/view by generating the dynamic JavaScript (data) as a set (e.g., at least one) of JavaScript (data) objects, without any HTML formatting. Then, a set of JavaScript functions can be created that takes the set of JavaScript objects as a parameter, and outputs all or a subset of this data object in a format determined by this JavaScript function. In general, these formatting functions can be static, rather than dynamic, JavaScript. This approach has the advantage of providing a much greater degree of formatting flexibility, without the need for each new format to establish a connection with the back-end system providing the data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Jennifer Lai, Zhiqiang Liu, Brian J. McDonald, Laurie Miller, Yael Ravin, Karen A. Ughetta
  • Publication number: 20150134736
    Abstract: The present invention provides an approach and corresponding framework that separates data from its formatting/view by generating the dynamic JavaScript (data) as a set (e.g., at least one) of JavaScript (data) objects, without any HTML formatting. Then, a set of JavaScript functions can be created that takes the set of JavaScript objects as a parameter, and outputs all or a subset of this data object in a format determined by this JavaScript function. In general, these formatting functions can be static, rather than dynamic, JavaScript. This approach has the advantage of providing a much greater degree of formatting flexibility, without the need for each new format to establish a connection with the back-end system providing the data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2015
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventors: Zhiqiang Liu, Jennifer Lai, Brian J. McDonald, Laurie Miller, Yael Ravin, Karen A. Ughetta
  • Patent number: 8972932
    Abstract: The present invention provides an approach and corresponding framework that separates data from its formatting/view by generating the dynamic JavaScript (data) as a set (e.g., at least one) of JavaScript (data) objects, without any HTML formatting. Then, a set of JavaScript functions can be created that takes the set of JavaScript objects as a parameter, and outputs all or a subset of this data object in a format determined by this JavaScript function. In general, these formatting functions can be static, rather than dynamic, JavaScript. This approach has the advantage of providing a much greater degree of formatting flexibility, without the need for each new format to establish a connection with the back-end system providing the data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Zhiqiang Liu, Jennifer Lai, Brian J. McDonald, Laurie Miller, Karen A. Ughetta, Yael Ravin
  • Publication number: 20120311186
    Abstract: The present invention provides an approach and corresponding framework that separates data from its formatting/view by generating the dynamic JavaScript (data) as a set (e.g., at least one) of JavaScript (data) objects, without any HTML formatting. Then, a set of JavaScript functions can be created that takes the set of JavaScript objects as a parameter, and outputs all or a subset of this data object in a format determined by this JavaScript function. In general, these formatting functions can be static, rather than dynamic, JavaScript. This approach has the advantage of providing a much greater degree of formatting flexibility, without the need for each new format to establish a connection with the back-end system providing the data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2012
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Zhiqiang Liu, Jennifer Lai, Brian J. McDonald, Laurie Miller, Karen A. Ughetta, Yael Ravin
  • Patent number: 8316348
    Abstract: The present invention provides an approach and corresponding framework that separates data from its formatting/view by generating the dynamic JavaScript (data) as a set (e.g., at least one) of JavaScript (data) objects, without any HTML formatting. Then, a set of JavaScript functions can be created that takes the set of JavaScript objects as a parameter, and outputs all or a subset of this data object in a format determined by this JavaScript function. In general, these formatting functions can be static, rather than dynamic, JavaScript. This approach has the advantage of providing a much greater degree of formatting flexibility, without the need for each new format to establish a connection with the back-end system providing the data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Zhiqiang Liu, Jennifer Lai, Brian J. McDonald, Laurie Miller, Karen A. Ughetta, Yael Ravin
  • Publication number: 20110294402
    Abstract: An eddy current monitoring system may include an elongated core. One or more coils may be coupled with the elongated core for producing an oscillating magnetic field that may couple with one or more conductive regions on a wafer. The core may be translated relative to the wafer to provide improved resolution while maintaining sufficient signal strength. An eddy current monitoring system may include a DC-coupled marginal oscillator for producing an oscillating magnetic field at a resonant frequency, where the resonant frequency may change as a result of changes to one or more conductive regions. Eddy current monitoring systems may be used to enable real-time profile control.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Inventors: G. Laurie Miller, Boguslaw A. Swedek, Manoocher Birang
  • Patent number: 7999540
    Abstract: An eddy current monitoring system may include an elongated core. One or more coils may be coupled with the elongated core for producing an oscillating magnetic field that may couple with one or more conductive regions on a wafer. The core may be translated relative to the wafer to provide improved resolution while maintaining sufficient signal strength. An eddy current monitoring system may include a DC-coupled marginal oscillator for producing an oscillating magnetic field at a resonant frequency, where the resonant frequency may change as a result of changes to one or more conductive regions. Eddy current monitoring systems may be used to enable real-time profile control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2011
    Assignee: Applied Materials, Inc.
    Inventors: G. Laurie Miller, Boguslaw A. Swedek, Manoocher Birang
  • Publication number: 20090044169
    Abstract: The present invention provides an approach and corresponding framework that separates data from its formatting/view by generating the dynamic JavaScript (data) as a set (e.g., at least one) of JavaScript (data) objects, without any HTML formatting. Then, a set of JavaScript functions can be created that takes the set of JavaScript objects as a parameter, and outputs all or a subset of this data object in a format determined by this JavaScript function. In general, these formatting functions can be static, rather than dynamic, JavaScript. This approach has the advantage of providing a much greater degree of formatting flexibility, without the need for each new format to establish a connection with the back-end system providing the data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2007
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Inventors: Zhiqiang Liu, Jennifer Lai, Brian J. McDonald, Laurie Miller, Karen A. Ughetta, Yael Ravin
  • Patent number: 7243969
    Abstract: A modular storage apparatus having a base member comprised of an outer shell and an interior support frame. The outer shell has a bottom surface configured to attach to the tie down bolts of a rear seating support of a typical Sports Utility Vehicle. A top surface may be reversibly inset within lateral support walls to serve as a base for cargo contained in various attachments. One or more compartments contained within the outer shell may be actuated between an open and closed position by sliding each compartment along an opposing pair of interior support frame members. The outer shell, in combination with moveable magnets and threaded engagement means, provides support for various cargo containing attachment members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2007
    Inventors: F. Todd Miller, Laurie A. Miller
  • Patent number: 7112960
    Abstract: An eddy current monitoring system may include an elongated core. One or more coils may be coupled with the elongated core for producing an oscillating magnetic field that may couple with one or more conductive regions on a wafer. The core may be translated relative to the wafer to provide improved resolution while maintaining sufficient signal strength. An eddy current monitoring system may include a DC-coupled marginal oscillator for producing an oscillating magnetic field at a resonant frequency, where the resonant frequency may change as a result of changes to one or more conductive regions. Eddy current monitoring systems may be used to enable real-time profile control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2006
    Assignee: Applied Materials, Inc.
    Inventors: G. Laurie Miller, Boguslaw A. Swedek, Manoocher Birang
  • Publication number: 20060186771
    Abstract: A modular storage apparatus having a base member comprised of an outer shell and an interior support frame. The outer shell has a bottom surface configured to attach to the tie down bolts of a rear seating support of a typical Sports Utility Vehicle. A top surface may be reversibly inset within lateral support walls to serve as a base for cargo contained in various attachments. One or more compartments contained within the outer shell may be actuated between an open and closed position by sliding each compartment along an opposing pair of interior support frame members. The outer shell, in combination with moveable magnets and threaded engagement means, provides support for various cargo containing attachment members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2005
    Publication date: August 24, 2006
    Inventors: F. Miller, Laurie Miller
  • Patent number: 4924035
    Abstract: A twist on electrical connector is provided, comprising a moulded thermoplastic cap and a wire coil insert therefore. The cap is a thin walled structure, and the coil is in substantially intimate contact along its entire length within the innermost, wire retaining portion, of the cap. A plurality of radially extending ribs, having substantial height and width, is formed on the outer periphery of the cap, at least in the upper portion thereof. The outwardly extending ribs provide a better finger grip, and are generally spaced apart such that the distance between any two adjacent ribs is below the 2-point threshold of discrimination for a human finger. The ribs permit better heat dissipation from the interior of the cap, in the event of heat build up therein; and the generally thin walled construction permits easy injection moulding techniques with relatively quick mould cycle times.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 1988
    Date of Patent: May 8, 1990
    Assignee: Marr Electric Limited
    Inventors: H. Laurie Miller, Donald W. Marr
  • Patent number: 4917946
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a solid composition having low magnetic signature. The composition comprises a plurality of high density, very low magnetic signature bodies or particles incorporated in a non-magnetic matrix of lesser density.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1987
    Date of Patent: April 17, 1990
    Assignee: Her Majesty the Queen as represented by the Minister of National Defence in Her Majesty's Canadian Governmenmt
    Inventors: Julius J. Grodski, H. Laurie Miller
  • Patent number: D330011
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 1988
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1992
    Assignee: Marr Electric Limited
    Inventors: H. Laurie Miller, Donald W. Marr