Patents by Inventor Lyndsay Williams
Lyndsay Williams 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: 9918049Abstract: A small wearable recall device is provided to capture images triggered by a combination of a detection of a capture condition (e.g., changes in motion, temperature or light level) followed by a relatively stable period, as detected by an accelerometer. By triggering on the combination of a detected capture condition followed by a detected stability condition, a clearer image of the environment of an interesting event is expected to be captured. The small size of the recall device makes it possible to integrate it into common portable consumer products, such as MP3 players, purses, clothing, hats, backpacks, necklaces, collars, and other human-wearable products.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2016Date of Patent: March 13, 2018Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: Lyndsay Williams, Kenneth Robert Woodberry, Kevin Michael Schofield
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Publication number: 20160295175Abstract: A small wearable recall device is provided to capture images triggered by a combination of a detection of a capture condition (e.g., changes in motion, temperature or light level) followed by a relatively stable period, as detected by an accelerometer. By triggering on the combination of a detected capture condition followed by a detected stability condition, a clearer image of the environment of an interesting event is expected to be captured. The small size of the recall device makes it possible to integrate it into common portable consumer products, such as MP3 players, purses, clothing, hats, backpacks, necklaces, collars, and other human-wearable products.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2016Publication date: October 6, 2016Inventors: Lyndsay Williams, Kenneth Robert Woodberry, Kevin Michael Schofield
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Patent number: 9344688Abstract: A small wearable recall device is provided to capture images triggered by a combination of a detection of a capture condition (e.g., changes in motion, temperature or light level) followed by a relatively stable period, as detected by an accelerometer. By triggering on the combination of a detected capture condition followed by a detected stability condition, a clearer image of the environment of an interesting event is expected to be captured. The small size of the recall device makes it possible to integrate it into common portable consumer products, such as MP3 players, purses, clothing, hats, backpacks, necklaces, collars, and other human-wearable products.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2014Date of Patent: May 17, 2016Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: Lyndsay Williams, Kenneth Robert Woodberry, Kevin Michael Schofield
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Patent number: 9207813Abstract: An electronic stylus system includes an electronic stylus and base receiving unit. The electronic stylus includes a first ultrasonic transmitter, a second ultrasonic transmitter, an electromagnetic transmitter, and a writing tip. The base receiver unit includes a first ultrasonic receiver, a second ultrasonic receiver, and an electromagnetic receiver. The ultrasonic receivers of the base unit are operable to receive signals transmitted by the ultrasonic transmitters of the electronic stylus. Similarly, the electromagnetic receiver of the base unit is operable to receive signals transmitted by the electromagnetic transmitter of the stylus. The location of the tip of the electronic stylus relative to a given reference point is determined using the locations of two ultrasonic transmitters relative to the two ultrasonic receivers.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2009Date of Patent: December 8, 2015Assignee: MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLCInventors: Andrew Blake, Lyndsay Williams, James Srinivasan, William Vablais
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Publication number: 20150086177Abstract: A small wearable recall device is provided to capture images triggered by a combination of a detection of a capture condition (e.g., changes in motion, temperature or light level) followed by a relatively stable period, as detected by an accelerometer. By triggering on the combination of a detected capture condition followed by a detected stability condition, a clearer image of the environment of an interesting event is expected to be captured. The small size of the recall device makes it possible to integrate it into common portable consumer products, such as MP3 players, purses, clothing, hats, backpacks, necklaces, collars, and other human-wearable products.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2014Publication date: March 26, 2015Inventors: Lyndsay Williams, Kenneth Robert Wood, Kevin Michael Schofield
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Patent number: 8886298Abstract: A small wearable recall device is provided to capture images triggered by a combination of a detection of a capture condition (e.g., changes in motion, temperature or light level) followed by a relatively stable period, as detected by an accelerometer. By triggering on the combination of a detected capture condition followed by a detected stability condition, a clearer image of the environment of an interesting event is expected to be captured. The small size of the recall device makes it possible to integrate it into common portable consumer products, such as MP3 players, purses, clothing, hats, backpacks, necklaces, collars, and other human-wearable products.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2004Date of Patent: November 11, 2014Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Lyndsay Williams, Kenneth Robert Wood, Kevin Michael Schofield
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Patent number: 8587670Abstract: An image capture device is described which is operable in any one of a number of capture modes. The device comprises a camera, a memory and a processor. The memory stores a plurality of sets of capture triggers, with each set of capture triggers being associated with one of the plurality of capture modes. The processor selects one of the plurality of capture modes, such that the device is operable in the selected capture mode. In the selected capture mode, an image is captured automatically when a capture trigger within the associated set of capture triggers is satisfied.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2006Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Kenneth Wood, Stephen Hodges, Lyndsay Williams, James Srinivasan, Carsten Rother, Antonio Criminisi, John Chiloyan
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Patent number: 8558917Abstract: A method of transferring images from a first device to a second device and computer program code for performing this method is described. A connection characteristic for a connection between the first & second devices is determined and at least one image is selected from a plurality of images on the first device for transfer dependent upon both the connection characteristic and image selection criteria. The selected image(s) are then transferred over the connection from the first device to the second device.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2006Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Kenneth Wood, Stephen Hodges, Lyndsay Williams, Mitch Goldberg, Carsten Rother, Antonio Criminisi, James Srinivasan
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Patent number: 8287281Abstract: A system that can enhance cognitive ability by viewing sequences of images captured during an event is disclosed. For example, the innovation can employ captured event sequences to improve failing memories in patients with a diagnosed memory condition such as acquired brain injury or neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer's disease. These event sequences can be captured in the point-of-view of a user (e.g., first person) as well as from a third person or other monitoring location (e.g., car).Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2006Date of Patent: October 16, 2012Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Chris Demetrios Karkanias, Stephen E. Hodges, Emma L. Berry, Georgina E. Browne, Hilary Lyndsay Williams, Kenneth R. Wood, Samuel Gavin Smyth, David Alexander Butler
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Patent number: 8249397Abstract: A method of displaying digital images is described in which a display length indicator is received and digital images are accessed. A set of digital images are selected from the accessed digital images in accordance with the display length indicator and displayed in a predetermined order. The method may be performed by a computer program, which may be embodied on a computer readable medium.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2006Date of Patent: August 21, 2012Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Kenneth Wood, Stephen Hodges, Lyndsay Williams, James Srinivasan, Carsten Rother, Antonio Criminisi
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Patent number: 8064953Abstract: Methods and apparatus for distributing power and data to devices coupled to the human body are described. The human body is used as a conductive medium, e.g., a bus, over which power and/or data is distributed. Power is distributed by coupling a power source to the human body via a first set of electrodes. One or more devices to be powered, e.g., peripheral devices, are also coupled to the human body via additional sets of electrodes. The devices may be, e.g., a speaker, display, watch, keyboard, etc. A pulsed DC signal or AC signal may be used as the power source. By using multiple power supply signals of differing frequencies, different devices can be selectively 15 powered. For example, a 100 Hz signal may be used to power a first device while a 150 Hz signal may be used to power a second device. Digital data and/or other information signals, e.g., audio signals, can be modulated on the power signal using frequency and/or amplitude modulation techniques.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2009Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Lyndsay Williams, William Vablais, Steven N. Bathiche
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Publication number: 20100171846Abstract: An image capture device is described which is operable in any one of a number of capture modes. The device comprises a camera, a memory and a processor. The memory stores a plurality of sets of capture triggers, with each set of capture triggers being associated with one of the plurality of capture modes. The processor selects one of the plurality of capture modes, such that the device is operable in the selected capture mode. In the selected capture mode, an image is captured automatically when a capture trigger within the associated set of capture triggers is satisfied.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2006Publication date: July 8, 2010Applicant: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Kenneth Wood, Stephen Hodges, Lyndsay Williams, James Srinivasan, Carsten Rother, Antonio Criminisi, John Chiloyan
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Publication number: 20090284611Abstract: A method of transferring images from a first device to a second device and computer program code for performing this method is described. A connection characteristic for a connection between the first & second devices is determined and at least one image is selected from a plurality of images on the first device for transfer dependent upon both the connection characteristic and image selection criteria. The selected image(s) are then transferred over the connection from the first device to the second device.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2006Publication date: November 19, 2009Applicant: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Kenneth Wood, Stephen Hodges, Lyndsay Williams, Mitchel Goldberg, Carsten Rother, Antonio Criminisi, James Srinivasan
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Publication number: 20090191824Abstract: Methods and apparatus for distributing power and data to devices coupled to the human body are described. The human body is used as a conductive medium, e.g., a bus, over which power and/or data is distributed. Power is distributed by coupling a power source to the human body via a first set of electrodes. One or more devices to be powered, e.g., peripheral devices, are also coupled to the human body via additional sets of electrodes. The devices may be, e.g., a speaker, display, watch, keyboard, etc. A pulsed DC signal or AC signal may be used as the power source. By using multiple power supply signals of differing frequencies, different devices can be selectively 15 powered. For example, a 100 Hz signal may be used to power a first device while a 150 Hz signal may be used to power a second device. Digital data and/or other information signals, e.g., audio signals, can be modulated on the power signal using frequency and/or amplitude modulation techniques.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2009Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATIONInventors: Lyndsay Williams, William Vablais, Steven N. Bathiche
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Publication number: 20090153526Abstract: An electronic stylus system includes an electronic stylus and base receiving unit. The electronic stylus includes a first ultrasonic transmitter, a second ultrasonic transmitter, an electromagnetic transmitter, and a writing tip. The base receiver unit includes a first ultrasonic receiver, a second ultrasonic receiver, and an electromagnetic receiver. The ultrasonic receivers of the base unit are operable to receive signals transmitted by the ultrasonic transmitters of the electronic stylus. Similarly, the electromagnetic receiver of the base unit is operable to receive signals transmitted by the electromagnetic transmitter of the stylus. The location of the tip of the electronic stylus relative to a given reference point is determined using the locations of two ultrasonic transmitters relative to the two ultrasonic receivers.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2009Publication date: June 18, 2009Applicant: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Andrew Blake, Lyndsay Williams, James Srinivasan, William Vablais
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Patent number: 7489308Abstract: An electronic stylus system includes an electronic stylus and base receiving unit. The electronic stylus includes a first ultrasonic transmitter, a second ultrasonic transmitter, an electromagnetic transmitter, and a writing tip. The base receiver unit includes a first ultrasonic receiver, a second ultrasonic receiver, and an electromagnetic receiver. The ultrasonic receivers of the base unit are operable to receive signals transmitted by the ultrasonic transmitters of the electronic stylus. Similarly, the electromagnetic receiver of the base unit is operable to receive signals transmitted by the electromagnetic transmitter of the stylus. The location of the tip of the electronic stylus relative to a given reference point is determined using the locations of two ultrasonic transmitters relative to the two ultrasonic receivers.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2003Date of Patent: February 10, 2009Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Andrew Blake, Lyndsay Williams, James Srinivasan, William Vablais
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Patent number: 7480492Abstract: Methods and apparatus for distributing power and data to devices coupled to the human body are described. The human body is used as a conductive medium, e.g., a bus, over which power and/or data is distributed. Power is distributed by coupling a power source to the human body via a first set of electrodes. One or more devices to be powered, e.g., peripheral devices, are also coupled to the human body via additional sets of electrodes. The devices may be, e.g., a speaker, display, watch, keyboard, etc. A pulsed DC signal or AC signal may be used as the power source. By using multiple power supply signals of differing frequencies, different devices can be selectively 15 powered. For example, a 100 Hz signal may be used to power a first device while a 150 Hz signal may be used to power a second device. Digital data and/or other information signals, e.g., audio signals, can be modulated on the power signal using frequency and/or amplitude modulation techniques.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2004Date of Patent: January 20, 2009Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Lyndsay Williams, William Vablais, Steven N Bathiche
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Patent number: RE44103Abstract: A portable computer arranged to rest comfortably in the hand has a small display screen. Accelerometers capable of detecting movement of the pen with respect to gravity provide input to a microcontroller which selects a response from a number of viewing modes. The pen may be held in either hand and the output message to the screen will be oriented according to the location of the pen. Full personal digital assistance functionality may be incorporated in a relatively small plastics casing and functions, such as calendar, contracts the like may be incorporated.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 1998Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventor: Hilary Lyndsay Williams
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Patent number: RE45559Abstract: A portable computer hand held cellular telephone arranged to rest comfortably in the hand has a small display screen. Accelerometers capable of detecting movement of the pen cellular telephone with respect to gravity provide input to a microcontroller which selects a response from a number of viewing modes. The pen cellular telephone may be held in either hand and the output message to the screen will be oriented according to the location of the pen cellular telephone. Full personal digital assistance functionality may be incorporated in a relatively small plastics casing and functions, such as calendar, contracts contacts and the like may be incorporated.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2013Date of Patent: June 9, 2015Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventor: Hilary Lyndsay Williams
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Patent number: RE46548Abstract: A portable computer in the form of a cellular telephone arranged to rest comfortably in the hand has a small display screen. Accelerometers capable of detecting movement of the pen cellular telephone with respect to gravity provide input to a microcontroller which selects a response from a number of viewing modes. The pen cellular telephone may be held in either hand and the output message to the screen will be oriented according to the location of the pen cellular telephone. Full personal digital assistance functionality may be incorporated in a relatively small plastics casing and functions, such as calendar, contracts maps and the like may be incorporated.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2008Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventor: Hilary Lyndsay Williams