Patents by Inventor Matthew Cahill

Matthew Cahill 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: 11969655
    Abstract: The present concepts relate to placing gameplay locations in the real world, where gameplay elements can be generated at the gameplay locations. One example categorizes types of physical elements described in geolocation data, and determines scores for the physical elements based on the categorizations. Gameplay locations can then be utilized according to the scores, and the scores can be continuously refined through user or moderator interaction with gameplay elements that may be generated at the gameplay locations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2024
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Holly Helene Pollock, Stacy Jiayan Chen, Guillaume Philippe Marie Le Chenadec, Michael Meincke Persson, Jason Matthew Cahill, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Jesse D. Merriam
  • Patent number: 11892267
    Abstract: The buttstock assembly uses a modular design including interchangeable end attachments and sling strap connectors. The interchangeable end attachments allow the buttstock to have different toe heights and configurations for different shooting applications. The interchangeable strap connectors allow the use of either quick-disconnect style sling swivels or more traditional fixed strap loops as desired. The buttstock assembly also uses a “trigger” style locking mechanism to selectively position and lock the buttstock along the length of the extension tube to adjust the overall length of pull of the weapon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Assignee: TangoDown, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill, Daniel Michel
  • Patent number: 11481373
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage devices are disclosed for improved concurrency of users of a shared virtual environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC
    Inventors: Jason Matthew Cahill, Michael Weilbacher, Jonathan Martin Ortiz, Sergey Ivanovich Bykov
  • Publication number: 20220290942
    Abstract: The buttstock assembly uses a modular design including interchangeable end attachments and sling strap connectors. The interchangeable end attachments allow the buttstock to have different toe heights and configurations for different shooting applications. The interchangeable strap connectors allow the use of either quick-disconnect style sling swivels or more traditional fixed strap loops as desired. The buttstock assembly also uses a “trigger” style locking mechanism to selectively position and lock the buttstock along the length of the extension tube to adjust the overall length of pull of the weapon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2022
    Publication date: September 15, 2022
    Inventors: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill, Daniel Michel
  • Publication number: 20220290943
    Abstract: The buttstock assembly uses a modular design including interchangeable end attachments and sling strap connectors. The interchangeable end attachments allow the buttstock to have different toe heights and configurations for different shooting applications. The interchangeable strap connectors allow the use of either quick-disconnect style sling swivels or more traditional fixed strap loops as desired. The buttstock assembly also uses a “trigger” style locking mechanism to selectively position and lock the buttstock along the length of the extension tube to adjust the overall length of pull of the weapon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2022
    Publication date: September 15, 2022
    Inventors: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill, Daniel Michel
  • Publication number: 20220233961
    Abstract: The present concepts relate to placing gameplay locations in the real world, where gameplay elements can be generated at the gameplay locations. One example categorizes types of physical elements described in geolocation data, and determines scores for the physical elements based on the categorizations. Gameplay locations can then be utilized according to the scores, and the scores can be continuously refined through user or moderator interaction with gameplay elements that may be generated at the gameplay locations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2022
    Publication date: July 28, 2022
    Applicant: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Holly Helene Pollock, Stacy Jiayan Chen, Guillaume Philippe Marie Le Chenadec, Michael Meincke Persson, Jason Matthew Cahill, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Jesse D. Merriam
  • Patent number: 11386872
    Abstract: Described herein is a system and method for experiencing a virtual object at a plurality of sizes. During an AR session, the virtual object can created at a first size based upon a first scale (e.g., miniature, tabletop size). Once created, information regarding the virtual object can be stored. Thereafter, the virtual object can be displayed in an AR session at a second size based upon a second scale (e.g., full size or life size). In some embodiments, functionality of at least portion(s) of the virtual object are different when experienced in an AR session at the second size than when experienced in an AR session at the first size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2022
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Jason Matthew Cahill, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Jesse Dylan Merriam, Michael Meincke Persson, Bradley Reid Shuber
  • Patent number: 11325043
    Abstract: The present concepts relate to placing gameplay locations in the real world, where gameplay elements can be generated at the gameplay locations. One example categorizes types of physical elements described in geolocation data, and determines scores for the physical elements based on the categorizations. Gameplay locations can then be utilized according to the scores, and the scores can be continuously refined through user or moderator interaction with gameplay elements that may be generated at the gameplay locations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Holly Helene Pollock, Stacy Jiayan Chen, Guillaume Philippe Marie Le Chenadec, Michael Meincke Persson, Jason Matthew Cahill, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Jesse D. Merriam
  • Patent number: 11287199
    Abstract: A slide devise for facilitating grasping and pulling a pistol slide rearward during various pistol operations. The slide device facilitates pulling back the pistol slide utilizing relatively little force. The device includes an adaptor and a rack plate interconnected by a sliding dovetail joinery. The adaptor replaces the traditional slide cover plates on conventional striker fired pistols. The rack adaptor has an integral interface shoe, which seats within a complementary channel in the rack plate. The rack plate has a pair of opposed side protrusions or wings that are configured to fit or be engaged by the fingers or hand of the user, so as to allow the user to easily pull the pistol slide rearward.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Inventors: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill, Daniel Michel
  • Patent number: 11262158
    Abstract: The buttstock assembly uses a modular design including interchangeable end attachments and sling strap connectors. The interchangeable end attachments allow the buttstock to have different toe heights and configurations for different shooting applications. The interchangeable strap connectors allow the use of either quick-disconnect style sling swivels or more traditional fixed strap loops as desired. The buttstock assembly also uses a “trigger” style locking mechanism to selectively position and lock the buttstock along the length of the extension tube to adjust the overall length of pull of the weapon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2022
    Assignee: TangoDown, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill, Daniel Michel
  • Publication number: 20210354040
    Abstract: The present concepts relate to placing gameplay locations in the real world, where gameplay elements can be generated at the gameplay locations. One example categorizes types of physical elements described in geolocation data, and determines scores for the physical elements based on the categorizations. Gameplay locations can then be utilized according to the scores, and the scores can be continuously refined through user or moderator interaction with gameplay elements that may be generated at the gameplay locations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Applicant: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Holly Helene Pollock, Stacy Jiayan Chen, Guillaume Philippe Marie Le Chenadec, Michael Meincke Persson, Jason Matthew Cahill, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Jesse D. Merriam
  • Publication number: 20210346810
    Abstract: Described herein is a system and method for sharing an AR game within a shared coordinate space created between devices with initially disjoint relative coordinate spaces. Once the shared coordinate space is created, an AR video game can provide a first mode in which the users engage in game play action that have consequences according to pre-established game rules. The AR video game can provide a second mode (“sandbox mode”) in which users engage in non-destructive game play actions that do not have consequences once the second mode has been terminated. Further described herein is a system and method of using geolocation information within an AR session in which a virtual action can be initiated by a user that causes a corresponding virtual action to be displayed on a map of a virtual environment that parallels a physical environment displayed on a user gaming device of another user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2021
    Publication date: November 11, 2021
    Applicant: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Jason Matthew CAHILL, Jesse Dylan MERRIAM, Torfi Frans OLAFSSON, Timothy James SCHUTZ, Michael Meincke PERSSON
  • Patent number: 11097194
    Abstract: Described herein is a system and method for sharing an AR game within a shared coordinate space created between devices with initially disjoint relative coordinate spaces. Once the shared coordinate space is created, an AR video game can provide a first mode in which the users engage in game play action that have consequences according to pre-established game rules. The AR video game can provide a second mode (“sandbox mode”) in which users engage in non-destructive game play actions that do not have consequences once the second mode has been terminated. Further described herein is a system and method of using geolocation information within an AR session in which a virtual action can be initiated by a user that causes a corresponding virtual action to be displayed on a map of a virtual environment that parallels a physical environment displayed on a user gaming device of another user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2021
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Jason Matthew Cahill, Jesse Dylan Merriam, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Timothy James Schutz, Michael Meincke Persson
  • Patent number: 11090561
    Abstract: Described herein is a system and method for creating a shared coordinate space in an augmented reality session between two devices with disjoint relative coordinate spaces. With AR tracking initiated, each device has its own relative coordinate space. A spatial alignment image can be recognized by a device joining an AR session which records its location (e.g., six degrees of position). The joining device can utilize an obtained location of an inviting device at or about the time the spatial alignment image was recognized, and, a spatial origin of the inviting device, to calculate an offset between the joining device and the inviting device, establishing a shared coordinate space between the joining device and the inviting device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2021
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Jason Matthew Cahill, Torfi Frans Olafsson, Jesse Dylan Merriam, Michael Meincke Persson, Bradley Reid Shuber
  • Publication number: 20210236522
    Abstract: A method of increasing muscle mass and strength in mammals by orally administering a therapeutically effective amount of phosphatidic acid. The phosphatidic acid is preferably administered as a plurality of doses per day with at least one dose being administered during the anabolic window following exercise. Preferably, the method further includes the cotemporaneous administration of a therapeutically effective amount of creatine, optionally as phosphatidylcreatine. In addition or in the alternative, the method further includes the cotemporaneous administration of a therapeutically effective amount of leucine, optionally as phosphatidylleucine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2020
    Publication date: August 5, 2021
    Inventors: Robert Clarke, Matthew Cahill, Brian Sweet
  • Patent number: 11029131
    Abstract: The improved rail interface system uses a spring tensioned “locking” shoe that extends from the accessory body into the rail opening to restrictively engage the edges of the rail openings and hold the weapon accessory against the weapon or weapon component. The locking shoe mechanisms is incorporated into a weapon light mount but may be adapted for use with M-Lok® style rail openings without the use of specialized nuts and fasteners.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Assignee: TangoDown, Inc.
    Inventor: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill
  • Publication number: 20210149871
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage devices are disclosed for improved concurrency of users of a shared virtual environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2020
    Publication date: May 20, 2021
    Inventors: Jason Matthew CAHILL, Michael WEILBACHER, Jonathan Martin ORTIZ, Sergey Ivanovich BYKOV
  • Patent number: D916104
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2021
    Assignee: Facebook, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew Cahill, Mark E. Zuckerberg
  • Patent number: D956918
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2022
    Assignee: TangoDown Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill, Daniel Michel
  • Patent number: D1013817
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Inventor: Jeffrey Matthew Cahill