Patents by Inventor Michael Churchill

Michael Churchill 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).

  • Publication number: 20240151563
    Abstract: Some embodiments provide an irrigation flow sensor system, comprising: a housing forming a fluid channel to cooperate with conduits of an irrigation system; a paddle wheel device with at least a first blade of a set of the blades comprises a magnetic element; the paddle wheel device is positioned with at least a portion of the blades extends into the fluid channel as the blades rotate about an axis; a magnetic sensor proximate a pathway of the magnetic element as it rotates configured to provide a sensor output every time the magnetic element passes the magnetic sensor; a switch coupled to the magnetic sensor and a current loop, wherein the switch in an activate state is configured to temporarily change the current in the current loop in response to the sensor output, with a rate of change in current corresponding to a flow rate of the fluid flowing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Inventors: Steven D. Geerligs, Russell Churchill, Randy R. Montgomery, Chong Wang Kwak, Joseph G. Porrazzo, Jr., Michael A. Landis, Angel Reyes Archundia
  • Patent number: 11907414
    Abstract: An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: David Michael Churchill, Clarisse Vamos, Jeffrey A. Bardt
  • Patent number: 11820908
    Abstract: A one-coat system and coating composition for application to a tempered glass or primed metal surface are described. The coating includes a dispersed fluoropolymer resin composition and an adhesion promoter. When cured, the one-coat system meets the specifications for a high performance exterior coating system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: SWIMC LLC
    Inventors: Michael Churchill, Tonya Trabosh, Brooke Despain
  • Publication number: 20220292754
    Abstract: An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2022
    Publication date: September 15, 2022
    Inventors: David Michael Churchill, Clarisse Vamos, Jeffrey A. Bardt
  • Patent number: 11354842
    Abstract: An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: David Michael Churchill, Clarisse Vamos, Jeffrey A. Bardt
  • Publication number: 20210130641
    Abstract: A one-coat system and coating composition for application to a tempered glass or primed metal surface are described. The coating includes a dispersed fluoropolymer resin composition and an adhesion promoter. When cured, the one-coat system meets the specifications for a high performance exterior coating system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2019
    Publication date: May 6, 2021
    Applicant: SWIMC LLC
    Inventors: Michael CHURCHILL, Tonya TRABOSH, Brooke DESPAIN
  • Publication number: 20200258281
    Abstract: An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2020
    Publication date: August 13, 2020
    Inventors: David Michael Churchill, Clarisse Vamos, Jeffrey A. Bardt
  • Publication number: 20200193669
    Abstract: An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2019
    Publication date: June 18, 2020
    Inventors: David Michael Churchill, Clarisse Vamos, Jeffrey A. Bardt
  • Patent number: 10679397
    Abstract: An animation system includes an animated figure, multiple sensors, and an animation controller that includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores instructions executable by the processor. The instructions cause the animation controller to receive guest detection data from the multiple sensors, receive shiny object detection data from the multiple sensors, determine an animation sequence of the animated figure based on the guest detection data and shiny object detection data, and transmit a control signal indicative of the animation sequence to cause the animated figure to execute the animation sequence. The guest detection data is indicative of a presence of a guest near the animated figure. The animation sequence is responsive to a shiny object detected on or near the guest based on the guest detection data and the shiny object detection data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2020
    Assignee: Universal City Studios LLC
    Inventors: David Michael Churchill, Clarisse Vamos, Jeffrey A. Bardt
  • Publication number: 20200078816
    Abstract: A fountain system is provided. The fountain system includes a fountain nozzle that includes a body configured to telescope during extension and retraction and a nozzle outlet coupled an end of the body. The fountain system also includes an extension system configured to actuate the extension and retraction of the body. The fountain system also includes an actuation system configured to activate discharge of a liquid, such as water, from the nozzle outlet. The extension system and the actuation system are discrete systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2019
    Publication date: March 12, 2020
    Inventor: David Michael Churchill
  • Publication number: 20070271870
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Tancredi
  • Publication number: 20070271073
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 22, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Tancredi
  • Publication number: 20070261318
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Tancredi
  • Publication number: 20070265724
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Trancredi
  • Publication number: 20070262040
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Tancredi
  • Publication number: 20070264108
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Tancredi
  • Publication number: 20070264107
    Abstract: The disclosed technology enables manufacturers to efficiently design and manufacture structural wall panels, floor panels and roof panels from cold-formed steel for use in residential and commercial construction. The panels are individual components that can be installed at a building site to form a structure that includes walls, floor and a roof. Structures may be manufactured in a manufacturing facility and delivered to a construction site for installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Inventors: Vincent Mifsud, Giuseppe Aprile, Michael Churchill, Michele Tancredi
  • Patent number: D613204
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2010
    Assignee: Bright Automotive
    Inventors: David B. Busch, Rollin Nothwehr, John E. Waters, Lyle Shuey, David Lauzun, Sean Conway, Hadrian Rori, William Blair, John Clarke, Peter LaDuke, Roland Knoepke, Michael Churchill, Nathan Wills, Martin Goldman, Herbert Gruber, Michael Henderson, Dale Frye, Timothy D. Bindon
  • Patent number: D691938
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2013
    Assignee: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Michael Churchill, Tetsuya Wasada
  • Patent number: D796410
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2017
    Assignee: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Michael Churchill, Roger Brown