Patents by Inventor Michael Conry
Michael Conry 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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Publication number: 20240149995Abstract: A technique for carrying a payload by a UUV includes providing a structure that extends around an outer surface of the UUV along a length of the UUV. The structure has an outer membrane that forms a streamlined shape around the UUV and contains the payload.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2023Publication date: May 9, 2024Inventors: Michael Rufo, Michael Conry, Todd Scrimgeour
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Publication number: 20240048137Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2023Publication date: February 8, 2024Inventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Patent number: 11742847Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2022Date of Patent: August 29, 2023Assignee: pSemi CorporationInventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Publication number: 20230033591Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2022Publication date: February 2, 2023Inventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Patent number: 11566924Abstract: A technique provides a modular sensing device having multiple separable modules attached end to end. The modules are selectable based on mission requirements, with different modules and combinations thereof selected for different mission types and/or requirements.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2021Date of Patent: January 31, 2023Assignee: Boston Engineering CorporationInventors: Michael Rufo, Michael Conry, Robert Watson
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Patent number: 11560204Abstract: A variable buoyancy device has an inner region and an outer cavity. The outer cavity extends at least partially around the inner region and is adapted to contain fluids, such as a liquid and a gas, the relative proportions of which can be varied to vary buoyancy. The inner region provides an advantageous location for equipment, while the outer cavity provides a significant volume for achieving a wide range of buoyancy adjustments.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2020Date of Patent: January 24, 2023Assignee: Boston Engineering CorporationInventors: Robert Lee Cardenas, Michael Conry, Michael Rufo, Todd Scrimgeour
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Patent number: 11418186Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2021Date of Patent: August 16, 2022Assignee: pSemi CorporationInventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Patent number: 11346690Abstract: A technique for managing an attachment between first and second portions of a device. The technique includes a retaining component having a first state in which the retaining component maintains the attachment between the first and second portions by virtue of a rigid characteristic and a second state in which the retaining component loses the rigid characteristic and no longer maintains the attachment. The retaining component transitions from the first state to the second state upon exposure to liquid water.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2020Date of Patent: May 31, 2022Assignee: Boston Engineering CorporationInventors: Robert Lee Cardenas, Michael Conry, Michael Rufo
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Publication number: 20220072700Abstract: A robotic system which includes a fluid controller, an arm portion, and a soft end effector apparatus coupled with the fluid controller and the arm portion. The soft end effector apparatus includes a base constructed and arranged to mount to the arm portion, a set of wrist assemblies coupled with the base, and a set of finger assemblies coupled with the set of wrist assemblies. Each wrist assembly of the set of wrist assemblies (i) couples with a respective finger assembly and (ii) provides movement to that respective finger assembly relative to the base during actuation of that wrist assembly and during independent actuation of that respective finger assembly in response to control from the fluid controller. Along these lines, the fluid controller may individually provide pressurized fluid to each wrist assembly and each finger assembly when controlling interaction between the soft end effector apparatus and an external object.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2021Publication date: March 10, 2022Inventors: Robert Lee Cardenas, Michael Conry, Todd Scrimgeour, Willard Ober, Michael Rufo
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Publication number: 20210313979Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2021Publication date: October 7, 2021Inventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Publication number: 20210215518Abstract: A technique provides a modular sensing device having multiple separable modules attached end to end. The modules are selectable based on mission requirements, with different modules and combinations thereof selected for different mission types and/or requirements.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2021Publication date: July 15, 2021Inventors: Michael Rufo, Michael Conry, Robert Watson
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Publication number: 20210214049Abstract: A technique for managing an attachment between first and second portions of a device. The technique includes a retaining component having a first state in which the retaining component maintains the attachment between the first and second portions by virtue of a rigid characteristic and a second state in which the retaining component loses the rigid characteristic and no longer maintains the attachment. The retaining component transitions from the first state to the second state upon exposure to liquid water.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2020Publication date: July 15, 2021Inventors: Robert Lee Cardenas, Michael Conry, Michael Rufo
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Publication number: 20210179234Abstract: A variable buoyancy device has an inner region and an outer cavity. The outer cavity extends at least partially around the inner region and is adapted to contain fluids, such as a liquid and a gas, the relative proportions of which can be varied to vary buoyancy. The inner region provides an advantageous location for equipment, while the outer cavity provides a significant volume for achieving a wide range of buoyancy adjustments.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2020Publication date: June 17, 2021Inventors: Robert Lee Cardenas, Michael Conry, Michael Rufo, Todd Scrimgeour
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Patent number: 10998901Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2020Date of Patent: May 4, 2021Assignee: pSemi CorporationInventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Publication number: 20200366283Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2020Publication date: November 19, 2020Inventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Patent number: 10700679Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2019Date of Patent: June 30, 2020Assignee: pSemi CorporationInventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry
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Patent number: 10680590Abstract: A fast response time, self-activating, adjustable threshold limiter including a limiting element LE, a first coupling element CE1 electrically connected from a signal node of LE to a control input of LE, and a second coupling element CE2 electrically connected from the control input of LE to a nominal node of LE. An initial bias (control) voltage is also supplied to the control input of LE to dynamically control the limiting threshold for the limiter. Embodiments include usage of self-activating adjustable power limiters in combination with series switch components in a switch circuit in lieu of conventional shunt switches.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2019Date of Patent: June 9, 2020Assignee: pSemi CorporationInventors: Jianhua Lu, Naveen Yanduru, Edward Nicholas Comfoltey, Michael Conry, Chieh-Kai Yang
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Patent number: 10622995Abstract: A FET-based RF switch architecture and method that provides for independent control of FETs within component branches of a switching circuit. With independent control of branch FETs, every RF FET in an inactive branch that is in an “open” (capacitive) state can be shunted to RF ground and thus mitigate impedance mismatch effects. Providing a sufficiently low impedance to RF ground diminishes such negative effects and reduces the sensitivity of the switch circuit to non-matched impedances.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2018Date of Patent: April 14, 2020Assignee: pSemi CorporationInventors: Michael Conry, Kevin Roberts, Edward Nicholas Comfoltey
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Publication number: 20190296722Abstract: A fast response time, self-activating, adjustable threshold limiter including a limiting element LE, a first coupling element CE1 electrically connected from a signal node of LE to a control input of LE, and a second coupling element CE2 electrically connected from the control input of LE to a nominal node of LE. An initial bias (control) voltage is also supplied to the control input of LE to dynamically control the limiting threshold for the limiter. Embodiments include usage of self-activating adjustable power limiters in combination with series switch components in a switch circuit in lieu of conventional shunt switches.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2019Publication date: September 26, 2019Inventors: Jianhua Lu, Naveen Yanduru, Edward Nicholas Comfoltey, Michael Conry, Chieh-Kai Yang
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Publication number: 20190199345Abstract: An RF signal switch circuit that allows connection of any of N radio frequency (RF) input terminals to a switch output port, either in a low loss mode, in a bypass mode, or, optionally, in a signal function mode. Embodiments of the invention allow for both a single switch in the series input path to a target circuit while still having the ability to isolate the bypass path from the target circuit. In the low loss and bypass mode, the circuit simultaneously exhibits low input insertion loss (and thus a low noise factor) and high bypass mode isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 17, 2019Publication date: June 27, 2019Inventors: Ethan Prevost, Michael Conry