Patents by Inventor Michael A. Sheha
Michael A. Sheha 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: 8786469Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for storing, referencing, retrieving, and graphically displaying spatial and non-spatial related information of a mobile computing device, such as a laptop computer or a cellular telephone. The spatial-related information may be obtained by using positioning tracking systems such as a global positioning system, whereas the non-spatial related information may include communication activities associated with the mobile computing device, such as phone calls, e-mails, text messages, pages, etc. The present invention also provides methods and apparatus of sharing event information between mobile communication devices as well as related navigational information for traveling to an event from a real-time position of a mobile communication device.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2013Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: TeleCommunications Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Mark Goddard
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Publication number: 20140173520Abstract: A personal wireless navigation system operable on wireless phone devices provides a platform for empowering a merchant-paid search. Performance of a navigation functionality in a personal wireless navigation system is higher and more comparable and competitive with portable navigation devices and in-car navigation systems, and the search capability is comparable and competitive with the most popular web search engines. A user interface (UI) and look and feel of the personal wireless navigation system is provided which is enhanced so that users do not simply want to use the product—they covet it. The personal wireless navigation system may be constructed such that a subset of it with fewer features and functions can be productized, marketed and deployed to users.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2013Publication date: June 19, 2014Applicant: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Mark Goddard, John Archer, Germaine Ewing, Gopal Venkatraman, Tom Bychowski, Nidhi Upparapalli, Ryan Peterson, Kristy McNight, Stephen Petilli, Jam Paydavousi
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Patent number: 8731813Abstract: The preferred embodiments of the present invention are directed to an improved mapping and navigational system. Specifically, the present invention is directed to a system for defining and assigning geographical boundaries to points of interests on a graphical map, where the geographical boundaries preferably correlate to spatially defined boundaries of the respective points of interests. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, the points of interest, along with the respective defined geographical boundaries, can be transferred from a personal computing device to a telecommunication device, such as a portable communication device, so as to be used for mapping purposes and to set off proximity alerts when the portable communication device, equipped with a GPS unit, enters or exits the geographical boundary of a particular point of interest.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2011Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha
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Publication number: 20140058666Abstract: The preferred embodiments of the present invention are directed to methods and systems for dynamic route estimation and prediction using discrete sampled location updates from various mobile devices for the purpose of providing a graphical representation of a mobile device's route along a known network path of map data. The embodiments also provide supplemental route metrics, such as traveled distance, elapsed time, etc., and the capability to assign destination points for the purpose of providing the ability to modify location update points in an application, such as a route planner, and/or to store the dynamically generated route based on various preferences for later retrieval.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2013Publication date: February 27, 2014Applicant: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Arun Yarlagadda
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Patent number: 8621374Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for sending and retrieving location relevant information to a user by selecting and designating a point of interest that is displayed on a graphical user interface and sending the location information associated with that point of interest to a receiver that is also selected using the graphical user interface. The location relevant information may also include mapped routes, waypoints, geo-fenced areas, moving vehicles etc. Updated location relevant information may also be continuously sent to the user while generating updated mapping information on the graphical user interface. The present invention may be practiced by using communication devices such as a personal computer, a personal digital assistance, in-vehicle navigation systems, or a mobile telephone.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2011Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli
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Patent number: 8577390Abstract: The preferred embodiments of the present invention are directed to methods and systems for dynamic route estimation and prediction using discrete sampled location updates from various mobile devices for the purpose of providing a graphical representation of a mobile device's route along a known network path of map data. The embodiments also provide supplemental route metrics, such as traveled distance, elapsed time, etc., and the capability to assign destination points for the purpose of providing the ability to modify location update points in an application, such as a route planner, and/or to store the dynamically generated route based on various preferences for later retrieval.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2012Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Arun Yarlagadda
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Patent number: 8509412Abstract: A system and method providing real-time position information of one party to another party by utilizing a conventional telecommunication network system (e.g., the telephone network, a mobile telecommunications network, a computer network, or the Internet). The present invention allows a caller and a receiver of a telephone call to provide to and receive from each other position information related to the caller and/or receiver's location, including address information, GPA coordinates, nearby fixed locations (e.g., a parking structure), etc. The present invention allows a caller and receiver to retrieve routing instructions or maps for travelling to/from one another. A party may locate the position of another party via entry of the other party's unique identifier (e.g., a phone number of the other party's mobile phone). The position information of a party may be concurrently delivered to another party's computer terminal whereby the other party can process the information in further detail.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2011Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Angie Sheha
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Publication number: 20130184988Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for storing, referencing, retrieving, and graphically displaying spatial and non-spatial related information of a mobile computing device, such as a laptop computer or a cellular telephone. The spatial-related information may be obtained by using positioning tracking systems such as a global positioning system, whereas the non-spatial related information may include communication activities associated with the mobile computing device, such as phone calls, e-mails, text messages, pages, etc. The present invention also provides methods and apparatus of sharing event information between mobile communication devices as well as related navigational information for traveling to an event from a real-time position of a mobile communication device.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2013Publication date: July 18, 2013Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Mark Goddard
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Patent number: 8390480Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for storing, referencing, retrieving, and graphically displaying spatial and non-spatial related information of a mobile computing device, such as a laptop computer or a cellular telephone. The spatial-related information may be obtained by using positioning tracking systems such as a global positioning system, whereas the non-spatial related information may include communication activities associated with the mobile computing device, such as phone calls, e-mails, text messages, pages, etc. The present invention also provides methods and apparatus of sharing event information between mobile communication devices as well as related navigational information for traveling to an event from a real-time position of a mobile communication device.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2012Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Mark Goddard
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Patent number: 8301371Abstract: Searching and retrieving location information associated with one or more points of interests (POI). Search criteria can be dependent upon preferences or search restrictions selected by the user device, e.g., rating information about the POI, as well as location of a POI with respect to the real-time position of the user device. Upon selecting a POI from the search result, the user device is then given further information regarding the selected POI, e.g., directions for traveling to the POI. The user device provides a proximity notification once the user device is within a certain distance from the POI. While at a POI, the user device can provide to the system information regarding the POI, such as a rating of the establishment, without having to specifically identify the POI as the system can self-identify the POI by using the position information of the user device.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2011Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli
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Publication number: 20120253668Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for storing, referencing, retrieving, and graphically displaying spatial and non-spatial related information of a mobile computing device, such as a laptop computer or a cellular telephone. The spatial-related information may be obtained by using positioning tracking systems such as a global positioning system, whereas the non-spatial related information may include communication activities associated with the mobile computing device, such as phone calls, e-mails, text messages, pages, etc. The present invention also provides methods and apparatus of sharing event information between mobile communication devices as well as related navigational information for traveling to an event from a real-time position of a mobile communication device.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2012Publication date: October 4, 2012Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Mark Goddard
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Publication number: 20120254804Abstract: A personal wireless navigation system operable on wireless phone devices provides a platform for empowering a merchant-paid search. Performance of a navigation functionality in a personal wireless navigation system is higher and more comparable and competitive with portable navigation devices and in-car navigation systems, and the search capability is comparable and competitive with the most popular web search engines. A user interface (UI) and look and feel of the personal wireless navigation system is provided which is enhanced so that users do not simply want to use the product—they covet it. The personal wireless navigation system may be constructed such that a subset of it with fewer features and functions can be productized, marketed and deployed to users.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2011Publication date: October 4, 2012Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Mark Goddard, John Archer, Germaine Ewing, Gopal Venkatraman, Tom Bychowski, Nidhi Upparapalli, Ryan Peterson, Kristy McKnight, Stephen Petilli, Jam Paydavousi
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Publication number: 20120202530Abstract: The preferred embodiments of the present invention are directed to methods and systems for dynamic route estimation and prediction using discrete sampled location updates from various mobile devices for the purpose of providing a graphical representation of a mobile device's route along a known network path of map data. The embodiments also provide supplemental route metrics, such as traveled distance, elapsed time, etc., and the capability to assign destination points for the purpose of providing the ability to modify location update points in an application, such as a route planner, and/or to store the dynamically generated route based on various preferences for later retrieval.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2012Publication date: August 9, 2012Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Arun Yarlagadda
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Patent number: 8169343Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for storing, referencing, retrieving, and graphically displaying spatial and non-spatial related information of a mobile computing device, such as a laptop computer or a cellular telephone. The spatial-related information may be obtained by using positioning tracking systems such as a global positioning system, whereas the non-spatial related information may include communication activities associated with the mobile computing device, such as phone calls, e-mails, text messages, pages, etc. The present invention also provides methods and apparatus of sharing event information between mobile communication devices as well as related navigational information for traveling to an event from a real-time position of a mobile communication device.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2011Date of Patent: May 1, 2012Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Mark Goddard
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Publication number: 20120087485Abstract: A system and method providing real-time position information of one party to another party by utilizing a conventional telecommunication network system (e.g., the telephone network, a mobile telecommunications network, a computer network, or the Internet). The present invention allows a caller and a receiver of a telephone call to provide to and receive from each other position information related to the caller and/or receiver's location, including address information, GPA coordinates, nearby fixed locations (e.g., a parking structure), etc. The present invention allows a caller and receiver to retrieve routing instructions or maps for travelling to/from one another. A party may locate the position of another party via entry of the other party's unique identifier (e.g., a phone number of the other party's mobile phone). The position information of a party may be concurrently delivered to another party's computer terminal whereby the other party can process the information in further detail.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2011Publication date: April 12, 2012Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Angie Sheha
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Patent number: 8107608Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system and method for providing real-time position information of one party to another party by utilizing a conventional telecommunication network system such as the convention telephone network, a mobile telecommunications network, a computer network, or the Internet. More specifically, the preferred embodiments of the present invention allow a caller and a receiver of a telephone call to provide to and receive from each other position information related to the caller and/or receiver's physical location, including address information, GPS coordinates, nearby fixed locations such as a parking structure, etc. Additionally, the preferred embodiments of the present invention allow a caller and receiver to retrieve routing instructions or maps for traveling to or from each other.Type: GrantFiled: January 2, 2008Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Angie Sheha
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Publication number: 20120011137Abstract: Searching and retrieving location information associated with one or more points of interests (POI). Search criteria can be dependent upon preferences or search restrictions selected by the user device, e.g., rating information about the POI, as well as location of a POI with respect to the real-time position of the user device. Upon selecting a POI from the search result, the user device is then given further information regarding the selected POI, e.g., directions for traveling to the POI. The user device provides a proximity notification once the user device is within a certain distance from the POI. While at a POI, the user device can provide to the system information regarding the POI, such as a rating of the establishment, without having to specifically identify the POI as the system can self-identify the POI by using the position information of the user device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2011Publication date: January 12, 2012Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli
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Patent number: 8095152Abstract: The preferred embodiments of the present invention are directed to methods and systems for dynamic route estimation and prediction using discrete sampled location updates from various mobile devices for the purpose of providing a graphical representation of a mobile device's route along a known network path of map data. The embodiments also provide supplemental route metrics, such as traveled distance, elapsed time, etc., and the capability to assign destination points for the purpose of providing the ability to modify location update points in an application, such as a route planner, and/or to store the dynamically generated route based on various preferences for later retrieval.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2011Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Stephen Petilli, Arun Yarlagadda
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Publication number: 20120001928Abstract: The preferred embodiments of the present invention are directed to an improved mapping and navigational system. Specifically, the present invention is directed to a system for defining and assigning geographical boundaries to points of interests on a graphical map, where the geographical boundaries preferably correlate to spatially defined boundaries of the respective points of interests. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, the points of interest, along with the respective defined geographical boundaries, can be transferred from a personal computing device to a telecommunication device, such as a portable communication device, so as to be used for mapping purposes and to set off proximity alerts when the portable communication device, equipped with a GPS unit, enters or exits the geographical boundary of a particular point of interest.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2011Publication date: January 5, 2012Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha
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Patent number: 8090534Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and system for providing off-board navigational information from a network server to a mobile communication device, such as a cellular phone. Specifically, upon receiving from the mobile communication device the real time location of the mobile communication device and a location or identification of a destination, the network server transmits to the mobile communication device routing information as well as audible navigation voice prompts. In accordance with the preferred embodiment, the routing information includes maneuver information for traveling from the real location of the mobile communication device to the destination, and the audible navigation voice prompts provide data for generating audible turn-by-turn instructions for traveling from the real time location of the mobile communication device to the destination.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2010Date of Patent: January 3, 2012Assignee: TeleCommunications Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Sheha, Angie Sheha, Mark Goddard