Patents by Inventor Lawrence Banasky
Lawrence Banasky 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: 10110327Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a system and method for characterizing the radio frequency (RF) functionality of a vehicle remote keyless system (RKS) by separating and precisely characterizing the individual bits of the overall RKS system in an enclosed controlled environment. More specifically, this RKS characterization system includes an enclosed testing chamber for isolating the key fob from the vehicle, and a simulation control system that manipulates RF signals between the key fob and the vehicle for controlled RF signal analysis between the components. In certain embodiments, the RKS characterization system includes an automated process for actuating the key fob. Through this process, the RKS characterization system is able to separately identify the Key Fob Factor, the Vehicle Factor, and the Person Factor, of the vehicle RKS system.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2017Date of Patent: October 23, 2018Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, Mark Wisnewski, Lawrence Banasky, John Frederick Locke, Hua Zeng
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Publication number: 20180041291Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a system and method for characterizing the radio frequency (RF) functionality of a vehicle remote keyless system (RKS) by separating and precisely characterizing the individual bits of the overall RKS system in an enclosed controlled environment. More specifically, this RKS characterization system includes an enclosed testing chamber for isolating the key fob from the vehicle, and a simulation control system that manipulates RF signals between the key fob and the vehicle for controlled RF signal analysis between the components. In certain embodiments, the RKS characterization system includes an automated process for actuating the key fob. Through this process, the RKS characterization system is able to separately identify the Key Fob Factor, the Vehicle Factor, and the Person Factor, of the vehicle RKS system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2017Publication date: February 8, 2018Inventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, Mark Wisnewski, Lawrence Banasky, John Frederick Locke, Hua Zeng
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Patent number: 9865111Abstract: A fob includes a case, an antenna, at least one input device, and a positioning element. The case has an interface portion and a handle portion. The antenna is disposed at the interface portion of the case. The input device is disposed on the interface portion of the case. The finger positioner orients a user's hand on the handle portion of the case away from the antenna.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2015Date of Patent: January 9, 2018Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Locke, Lawrence Banasky, Jr., Mark Wisnewski
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Patent number: 9819426Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a system and method for characterizing the radio frequency (RF) functionality of a vehicle remote keyless system (RKS) by separating and precisely characterizing the individual bits of the overall RKS system in an enclosed controlled environment. More specifically, this RKS characterization system includes an enclosed testing chamber for isolating the key fob from the vehicle, and a simulation control system that manipulates RF signals between the key fob and the vehicle for controlled RF signal analysis between the components. In certain embodiments, the RKS characterization system includes an automated process for actuating the key fob. Through this process, the RKS characterization system is able to separately identify the Key Fob Factor, the Vehicle Factor, and the Person Factor, of the vehicle RKS system.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2016Date of Patent: November 14, 2017Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, Mark Wisnewski, Lawrence Banasky, John Frederick Locke, Hua Zeng
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Patent number: 9807704Abstract: A method for adjusting a power setting of a key fob includes receiving an input signal from a sensor by a processor. The processor determines, based at least in part on the input from the sensor, that a person is holding the key fob. Based on the determination that the person is holding the key fob, the processor adjusts an initial power setting of the key fob by a predetermined amount.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2015Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Locke, Lawrence Banasky, Jr., Mark Wisnewski
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Publication number: 20170294973Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a system and method for characterizing the radio frequency (RF) functionality of a vehicle remote keyless system (RKS) by separating and precisely characterizing the individual bits of the overall RKS system in an enclosed controlled environment. More specifically, this RKS characterization system includes an enclosed testing chamber for isolating the key fob from the vehicle, and a simulation control system that manipulates RF signals between the key fob and the vehicle for controlled RF signal analysis between the components. In certain embodiments, the RKS characterization system includes an automated process for actuating the key fob. Through this process, the RKS characterization system is able to separately identify the Key Fob Factor, the Vehicle Factor, and the Person Factor, of the vehicle RKS system.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2016Publication date: October 12, 2017Inventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, Mark Wisnewski, Lawrence Banasky, John Frederick Locke, Hua Zeng
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Patent number: 9728024Abstract: A key fob includes a power amplifier including an output having an output impedance. A radio frequency antenna connected to the power amplifier output represents a first load impedance to the power amplifier output in a space substantially free of interference for radio frequency transmissions, and a second load impedance to the power amplifier output when a hand of a user is capacitively coupled to the antenna. The difference between the second load impedance and the output impedance of the power amplifier is less than the difference between the first load impedance and the output impedance.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2015Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Mark Wisnewski, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Frederick Locke, Lawrence Banasky, Thomas Joseph Hermann
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Publication number: 20170117628Abstract: A communication system for a vehicle includes a phased array antenna and a controller. The phased array antenna has a plurality of elements. The controller may be configured to select a subset of the elements to beam form a main lobe of a radiation pattern of the antenna based on a speed and steering angle of the vehicle. Also, the controller may be configured to select a subset of the elements and shift a phase of a signal emitted from each of the subset of the elements to beam form a main lobe of a radiation pattern of the antenna based on a speed and a change in speed of the vehicle. Further, the controller may be configured to select the subset of the elements based on a signal indicative of a location of the vehicle and a map database of a surrounding area of the location.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2015Publication date: April 27, 2017Inventors: Lawrence Banasky, John Frederick Locke
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Publication number: 20170084099Abstract: A key fob includes a power amplifier including an output having an output impedance. A radio frequency antenna connected to the power amplifier output represents a first load impedance to the power amplifier output in a space substantially free of interference for radio frequency transmissions, and a second load impedance to the power amplifier output when a hand of a user is capacitively coupled to the antenna. The difference between the second load impedance and the output impedance of the power amplifier is less than the difference between the first load impedance and the output impedance.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2015Publication date: March 23, 2017Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Mark Wisnewski, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Frederick Locke, Lawrence Banasky, Thomas Joseph Hermann
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Patent number: 9469364Abstract: A foldable bicycle includes a frame, a front wheel assembly, and a rear wheel assembly. The frame defines a pivot axis. The front wheel assembly is disposed on the frame and configured to rotate about the pivot axis. The rear wheel assembly is disposed on the frame and defines an opening for receiving the front wheel assembly when the bicycle is folded.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2014Date of Patent: October 18, 2016Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Lawrence Banasky, Mark Wisnewski, Morris Donald, Mark Viergutz
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Publication number: 20160294049Abstract: A fob includes a case, an antenna, at least one input device, and a positioning element. The case has an interface portion and a handle portion. The antenna is disposed at the interface portion of the case. The input device is disposed on the interface portion of the case. The finger positioner orients a user's hand on the handle portion of the case away from the antenna.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2015Publication date: October 6, 2016Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Locke, Lawrence Banasky, JR., Mark Wisnewski
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Publication number: 20160295523Abstract: A method for adjusting a power setting of a key fob includes receiving an input signal from a sensor by a processor. The processor determines, based at least in part on the input from the sensor, that a person is holding the key fob. Based on the determination that the person is holding the key fob, the processor adjusts an initial power setting of the key fob by a predetermined amount.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2015Publication date: October 6, 2016Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Locke, Lawrence Banasky, JR., Mark Wisnewski
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Patent number: 9379828Abstract: A system includes a control unit and multiple transceivers connected by a communication bus. The transceivers are respectively connected to antennas. The control unit tests the operation of the transceivers by transmitting a test signal from a first transceiver to a second transceiver, receiving a return signal based on the test signal from the second transceiver, and determining if the strength of the return signal is within a predetermined range.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2014Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventor: Lawrence Banasky, Jr.
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Patent number: 9380540Abstract: A method comprising for adjusting a power level in a key fob includes transmitting a first output signal at a first power setting. A feedback signal is received via a feedback mechanism that indicates a first power level of the first output signal. The first output level is compared to a threshold level. A second output signal at a second power setting greater than the first power setting is transmitted if the first output power level is below the threshold.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2015Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Thomas Joseph Hermann, Tye Arthur Winkel, John Locke, Lawrence Banasky, Jr., Mark Wisnewski
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Publication number: 20160134383Abstract: A system includes a control unit and multiple transceivers connected by a communication bus. The transceivers are respectively connected to antennas. The control unit tests the operation of the transceivers by transmitting a test signal from a first transceiver to a second transceiver, receiving a return signal based on the test signal from the second transceiver, and determining if the strength of the return signal is within a predetermined range.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2014Publication date: May 12, 2016Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventor: Lawrence Banasky, JR.
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Publication number: 20150375820Abstract: A foldable bicycle includes a frame, a front wheel assembly, and a rear wheel assembly. The frame defines a pivot axis. The front wheel assembly is disposed on the frame and configured to rotate about the pivot axis. The rear wheel assembly is disposed on the frame and defines an opening for receiving the front wheel assembly when the bicycle is folded.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2014Publication date: December 31, 2015Inventors: Lawrence Banasky, Mark Wisnewski, Morris Donald, Mark Viergutz
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Patent number: 9125020Abstract: A method of coordinating a plurality of road vehicles includes obtaining information related to a first vehicle that is relevant to a road trip with which the first vehicle and at least a second vehicle are involved, uploading the information to a server wirelessly, and downloading the information from the server wirelessly to at least one of the first vehicle and the second vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2013Date of Patent: September 1, 2015Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Lawrence Banasky Jr., Thomas Joseph Hermann, Mark Wisnewski
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Publication number: 20150081157Abstract: A method of coordinating a plurality of road vehicles includes obtaining information related to a first vehicle that is relevant to a road trip with which the first vehicle and at least a second vehicle are involved, uploading the information to a server wirelessly, and downloading the information from the server wirelessly to at least one of the first vehicle and the second vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2013Publication date: March 19, 2015Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Lawrence Banasky, JR., Thomas Joseph Hermann, Mark Wisnewski