Patents by Inventor Michael Fischer

Michael Fischer 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: 10916076
    Abstract: A system includes a processor configured to receive a track-creation request. The processor is also configured to initiate track recording, responsive to the request and record GPS points corresponding to vehicle movement. Further, the processor is configured to receive a track-completion instruction and store the recorded GPS points, and a line connecting the points, as representing a recorded track.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: John Jeffrey Pfeiffer, Michael Lambert, Surya Sagiraju, John Michael Fischer, Harold Bernard Samuels, Adam Pagryzinski
  • Patent number: 10904693
    Abstract: An apparatus for generating a plurality of audio channels for a first speaker setup is characterized by an imaginary speaker determiner, an energy distribution calculator, a processor and a renderer. The imaginary speaker determiner is configured to determine a position of an imaginary speaker not contained in the first speaker setup to obtain a second speaker setup containing the imaginary speaker. The energy distribution calculator is configured to calculate an energy distribution from the imaginary speaker to the other speakers in the second speaker setup. The processor is configured to repeat the energy distribution to obtain a downmix information for a downmix from the second speaker setup to the first speaker setup. The renderer is configured to generate the plurality of audio channels using the downmix information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2021
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventors: Christian Borss, Christian Ertel, Johannes Hilpert, Achim Kuntz, Michael Fischer, Florian Schuh, Bernhard Grill
  • Publication number: 20210004983
    Abstract: A computer, including a processor and a memory, the memory including instructions to be executed by the processor to determine a vehicle six degree of freedom (DoF) pose based on an image where the six DoF pose includes x, y, and z location and roll, pitch, and yaw orientation and transform the vehicle six DoF pose into global coordinates based on a camera six DoF pose. The instructions can include further instructions to communicate to the vehicle the six DoF pose in global coordinates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2019
    Publication date: January 7, 2021
    Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: John Michael Fischer, Punarjay Chakravarty
  • Publication number: 20200408141
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to an exhaust gas conduction system for a gasoline engine, comprising an exhaust gas line which can be connected to an exhaust manifold of the gasoline engine, an intake line which can be connected to an intake manifold of the gasoline engine, a charge air compressor which is arranged in the intake line, and a turbine which is arranged in the exhaust gas line. The exhaust gas line has at least one bypass line with a bypass throttle valve, said line branching off from the exhaust gas line upstream of the turbine and branching back into the exhaust gas line at an opening downstream of the turbine. At least one exhaust gas recirculation line with an EGR throttle valve is provided, said line opening into the intake line, wherein the exhaust gas recirculation line branches off from the bypass line at a branch, and the bypass throttle valve is arranged upstream of the branch of the exhaust gas recirculation line.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2019
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: Philipp KREUTZIGER, Michael FISCHER, Jaroslaw KIERAT
  • Publication number: 20200393161
    Abstract: A vertical Pittsburgh Seam closing apparatus having a base supporting surface, a track mechanism for moving a carriage assembly which holds seam forming members used to close a Pittsburgh Seam, a pair of upper and lower guide members for guiding the duct section into a proper vertical position, and upper and lower clamping members positioned inside the duct section and adjacent the inside portion of the Pittsburgh Seam to be closed, the upper guide members and clamping member being selectively movable and adjustable for accommodating different duct section lengths. In one embodiment, the seam forming assembly includes three roller members mounted in vertical arrangement to each other, one roller member being V-shaped in configuration and the other two roller members being substantially cylindrical in shape. The V-shaped roller member may also include one or more projecting members for forming dimples in the closing process to prevent shifting and/or slipping of the closed seam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2020
    Publication date: December 17, 2020
    Inventors: Dale R. Foster, Bert Michael Fischer
  • Publication number: 20200364800
    Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure are related to systems, apparatus, and methods of generating or calculating liability and operational costs of a vehicle based on a driver's handling of the vehicle are described herein. Using a combination of vehicle sensors, video input, and on-board artificial intelligence and/or machine learning algorithms, the systems and methods of the present disclosure can identify risky events performed by the driver of a vehicle and generate, calculate, and evaluate driving scores for the driver of the vehicle and send the calculations to one or more entities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2020
    Publication date: November 19, 2020
    Inventors: Kenji Fujii, Michael Fischer, Craig Lozofsky, Toshiyuki Shimamura, Daniel Brooks
  • Publication number: 20200363528
    Abstract: The invention relates to the ascertaining of the maximum range of a LIDAR sensor (2).
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Publication date: November 19, 2020
    Applicant: Valeo Schalter und Sensoren GmbH
    Inventor: Michael Fischer
  • Publication number: 20200355535
    Abstract: A level radar device with adaptive, angle-dependent transmission power adjustment, which calculates the maximum permissible transmission power of the transmitted signal on the basis of the radiation direction of the transmitted signal and the radiation characteristic of an antenna.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2020
    Publication date: November 12, 2020
    Applicant: VEGA GRIESHABER KG
    Inventors: Roland WELLE, Michael FISCHER, Uwe WEGEMANN, Ralf REIMELT
  • Publication number: 20200346515
    Abstract: An arrangement for sealing functional unit interfaces includes a functional unit, an interface, and a sealing element. The interface has a first main surface, a second main surface, and an opening. The second main surface has a clamping section enclosing the opening. The functional unit has a front face with a counter-clamping section opposite the clamping section. The sealing element has a sealing body and a support element at least partially arranged within the sealing body. The sealing body has a first section clamped between the clamping section and the counter-clamping section. The opening is closed by a second section of sealing body, which is at least partially arranged between the opening and the front face. The support element is partially arranged in the first section and partially in the second section of the sealing body. The support element and the sealing body consist of different materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2019
    Publication date: November 5, 2020
    Inventors: Garrett Wade Hoehn, Jeremy Michael Fischer
  • Patent number: 10802127
    Abstract: A radar fill level measurement device can be provided, which comprises a frequency synthesizer configured to generate an oscillator signal, a high-frequency signal generation module configured to generate a transmission signal based on the oscillator signal, and an energy-supply module configured to supply electrical energy to the frequency synthesizer and the high-frequency signal generation module. Associated methods and computer-accessible medium can also be provided. The frequency synthesizer can comprise a control device, a reference oscillator and a phase-locked loop. The phase-locked loop can comprise a phase-locked device and an oscillator. The phase-locked loop can be configured to adjust a frequency of the oscillator signal to a target value, and the phase-locked device can be configured to provide a control signal for the control device when the frequency of the oscillator signal has reached the target value.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: VEGA GRIESHABER KG
    Inventors: Christoph Mueller, Daniel Schultheiss, Michael Fischer
  • Patent number: 10793461
    Abstract: A apparatus for making a three-dimensional object (glass, glass ceramic or ceramic) that includes: a gripping fixture 102a having a grip surface or a pedestal 102 having a build surface 130, the grip or build surface configured to hold an end of a contiguous, preformed material 106, such as a fiber or a ribbon; a feed system 100 having a feed outlet 118 positioned above the grip or build surface, the feed system configured to feed the contiguous, preformed material into a build zone between the feed outlet and the grip or build surface; and a laser delivery system 134 arranged to direct at least one laser beam through the furnace 132 and into the build zone to form a hot spot 126 in the build zone; and a positioning system 120 arranged to effect relative motion between the grip or build surface and the feed outlet. In some implementations, the apparatus for making a 3D object can also include a furnace 132 enclosing the build zone and the feed outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2020
    Assignee: CORNING INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Christopher William Drewnowski, Michael Fischer, Michael Thomas Gallagher, Xinghua Li, Nicholas Ryan Wheeler, Thomas Michael Zajicek
  • Publication number: 20200282594
    Abstract: Disclosed is a print head coater module 10 for a 3D printer, comprising a print head 12, a coater 14 having a container 16 defining an inner cavity 18 for receiving particulate material and opening into an output opening from which the particulate material can be output, and a roller assembly 20 arranged between the container 16 and the print head 12, and a common support structure 22 to which the print head 12, the container 16 and the roller assembly 20 are attached, so that the print head 12, the container 16 and the roller assembly 20 can be moved together over a construction space of the 3D printer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: Roland Ladewig, Michael Fischer, Thomas Huber
  • Publication number: 20200271240
    Abstract: Systems and methods described herein provide for pressure relief valve detection and monitoring. A valve assembly includes a striker and an indicator assembly separated by a diaphragm. The diaphragm may be elastically or permanently deformable. The striker may be connected to a relieve valve disk that releases in response to high fluid pressure at the valve. Movement of the striker may be detected by contact with the diaphragm or by sensors near the diaphragm, which may trigger the indicator assembly to provide an external indication of a valve opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2020
    Publication date: August 27, 2020
    Inventors: Orval Kuhn, Michael Fischer, Santhosh Kumar, Bryant Crane
  • Publication number: 20200204941
    Abstract: An apparatus for generating a plurality of audio channels for a first speaker setup is characterized by an imaginary speaker determiner, an energy distribution calculator, a processor and a renderer. The imaginary speaker determiner is configured to determine a position of an imaginary speaker not contained in the first speaker setup to obtain a second speaker setup containing the imaginary speaker. The energy distribution calculator is configured to calculate an energy distribution from the imaginary speaker to the other speakers in the second speaker setup. The processor is configured to repeat the energy distribution to obtain a downmix information for a downmix from the second speaker setup to the first speaker setup. The renderer is configured to generate the plurality of audio channels using the downmix information.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2020
    Publication date: June 25, 2020
    Inventors: Christian BORSS, Christian ERTEL, Johannes HILPERT, Achim KUNTZ, Michael FISCHER, Florian SCHUH, Bernhard GRILL
  • Publication number: 20200182507
    Abstract: A vertical Pittsburgh Seam closing apparatus having a base supporting surface, a track mechanism for moving a carriage assembly which holds seam forming members used to close a Pittsburgh Seam, a pair of upper and lower guide members for guiding the duct section into a proper vertical position, and upper and lower clamping members positioned inside the duct section and adjacent the inside portion of the Pittsburgh Seam to be closed, the upper guide members and clamping member being selectively movable and adjustable for accommodating different duct section lengths. In one embodiment, the seam forming assembly includes three roller members mounted in vertical arrangement to each other, one roller member being V-shaped in configuration and the other two roller members being substantially cylindrical in shape. The V-shaped roller member may also include one or more projecting members for forming dimples in the closing process to prevent shifting and/or slipping of the closed seam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2020
    Publication date: June 11, 2020
    Inventors: Dale R. Foster, Bert Michael Fischer
  • Patent number: 10641638
    Abstract: Provided are a method for measuring the fill level of a fill substance with at least one radar sensor and with at least one electronic evaluation unit comprising the steps recording of an echo curve, recording of a Doppler frequency spectrum, evaluation of the Doppler frequency spectrum by the electronic evaluation unit and evaluation of the echo curve by the electronic evaluation unit taking into consideration the results of the evaluation of the Doppler frequency spectrum by the electronic evaluation unit, as well as a fill level measuring device with at least one radar sensor and an electronic control and evaluation unit, that is set up for the implementation of such a method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2020
    Assignee: VEGA GRIESHABER KG
    Inventors: Bernard Corbe, Michael Fischer, Manuel Kaufman
  • Publication number: 20200132533
    Abstract: A fill level measuring device for determining a fill level of a medium is provided, including a radar module configured to emit a transmission signal and to receive a received signal reflected on the medium, a controller configured to detect, based on the received signal, a measurement signal correlating with the fill level, and including a detector configured to detect a movement signal indicating a movement of the fill level measuring device and/or a position signal indicating a geographic position of the fill level measuring device. The controller includes activation circuitry configured to at least partially activate and/or deactivate the radar module depending on the movement signal and/or on the position signal detected by the detector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2019
    Publication date: April 30, 2020
    Applicant: VEGA GRIESHABER KG
    Inventors: Roland Welle, Michael Fischer
  • Publication number: 20200125744
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices configured to build and utilize an intelligent cipher transfer object are provided. The intelligent cipher transfer object includes a set of participants protected by cloaking patterns. A portable dynamic rule set, which includes executable code for managing access to the protected set of participants, is included within the intelligent cipher transfer object. For a given user, the intelligent cipher transfer object may provide access to some of the participants while preventing access to other participants, based on the portable dynamic rule set therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Inventors: Gregory Scott Smith, Melani Leigh Smith Weed, Daniel Michael Fischer, Elke M. Ridenour
  • Patent number: 10612812
    Abstract: A vertical Pittsburgh Seam closing apparatus having a base supporting surface, a track mechanism for moving a carriage assembly which holds seam forming members used to close a Pittsburgh Seam, a pair of upper and lower guide members for guiding the duct section into a proper vertical position, and upper and lower clamping members positioned inside the duct section and adjacent the inside portion of the Pittsburgh Seam to be closed, the upper guide members and clamping member being selectively movable and adjustable for accommodating different duct section lengths. In one embodiment, the seam forming assembly includes three roller members mounted in vertical arrangement to each other, one roller member being V-shaped in configuration and the other two roller members being substantially cylindrical in shape. The V-shaped roller member may also include one or more projecting members for forming dimples in the closing process to prevent shifting and/or slipping of the closed seam.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2020
    Assignee: Vicon Machinery LLC
    Inventors: Dale R. Foster, Bert Michael Fischer
  • Publication number: 20200088541
    Abstract: A system includes a processor configured to display a traveled-portion of a route, responsive to a request, the traveled-portion representing an entire mute traveled since the request was received, including scaling the display so that an entire route is included in a window of fixed size, regardless of how large a distance the displayed traveled-portion represents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2019
    Publication date: March 19, 2020
    Inventors: John Michael FISCHER, Michael LAMBERT, Adam PAGRYZINSKI