Patents by Inventor Michael J. Webb
Michael J. Webb 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: 11951226Abstract: An ethylene oxide sterilization sensor, and method of use, wherein the sensor includes: a heat-shrinkable film; an acid-functional porous sorbent in thermal contact with the heat-shrinkable film; and an acid having a boiling point above 120° C. and a pKa of no greater than 2.5, wherein the acid is impregnated in or covalently attached to the porous sorbent.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2020Date of Patent: April 9, 2024Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Michael W. Kobe, Michael S. Wendland, Kelvin J. Witcher, Richard C. Webb
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Publication number: 20230329400Abstract: A removable module and a housing for an attachment system of a consumer product is described. The removable module includes a locking mechanism comprising a first portion having a substantially planar top surface and second portion that comprises a substantially non-planar bottom surface. The first portion and the second portion are coupled together. The locking mechanism also includes a first spring mechanism coupled between the first portion and the second portion. The first spring mechanism causes the first portion to be biased away from the second portion. The locking mechanism also includes a second spring mechanism. The second spring mechanism causes the substantially planar top surface of the first portion to be biased substantially flush with respect to the removable module and also causes the substantially non-planar bottom surface of the second portion to be biased proud with respect to the removable module.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2023Publication date: October 19, 2023Inventors: Ryan C. PERKINS, Phillip M. Hobson, Michael J. Webb
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Patent number: 11744333Abstract: A wrist band for attaching a portable electronic device to a user includes articulating segments which may be releasably connected so as to provide the user the capability of sizing the wristband by adding or removing links as desired. A clasp is also disclosed for securing the wristband to a user. A manufacturing device and method are disclosed for machining complex surfaces on the segments and clasp.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Webb, Erik L. Wang, Daniele De Iuliis, Wayne Cowan
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Patent number: 11723443Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of a consumer product. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing include an expansion component or other such locking assembly configured to releasably secure the attachment unit within the housing.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2021Date of Patent: August 15, 2023Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Michael J. Webb, Hsiang Hung Chen, Motohide Hatanaka
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Patent number: 11717060Abstract: A removable module and a housing for an attachment system of a consumer product is described. The removable module includes a locking mechanism comprising a first portion having a substantially planar top surface and second portion that comprises a substantially non-planar bottom surface. The first portion and the second portion are coupled together. The locking mechanism also includes a first spring mechanism coupled between the first portion and the second portion. The first spring mechanism causes the first portion to be biased away from the second portion. The locking mechanism also includes a second spring mechanism. The second spring mechanism causes the substantially planar top surface of the first portion to be biased substantially flush with respect to the removable module and also causes the substantially non-planar bottom surface of the second portion to be biased proud with respect to the removable module.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2021Date of Patent: August 8, 2023Assignee: APPLE INC.Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Phillip M. Hobson, Michael J. Webb
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Patent number: 11273282Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices are disclosed for manufacturing a vapor transfer cartridge with a constant inner diameter to maximize the area available for fibers required for heating and humidifying a breathing gas. In one aspect, a vapor transfer cartridge includes a center tube extending along a first axis from a first to a second end, having a continuous inner diameter, a first header piece configured as a cap and including a channel about an inner circumference of the header piece coupled to the first end of the center tube, a second header piece coupled to the second end of the center tube, and a plurality of fibers arranged along the axis of the center tube from the first end to the second end. The first header piece further includes a first port, and a baffle.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2016Date of Patent: March 15, 2022Assignee: Vapotherm, Inc.Inventors: Scott A. Leonard, Michael J. Webb, Martin Stillig
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Patent number: 11253033Abstract: A band configured to couple a device to a body of a user is disclosed. The band includes a first link comprising a recess defined in a body of the first link, a leaf spring positioned in the recess and comprising a tongue portion protruding from the leaf spring, and a second link coupled to the first link and comprising first and second lip portions extending away from a body of the second link and separated from one another by a gap. The tongue portion is positioned in the gap between the first and second lip portions, and the first and second lip portions engage the leaf spring to retain the second link to the first link.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2019Date of Patent: February 22, 2022Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Daniele De Iuliis, Michael J. Webb
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Publication number: 20210251349Abstract: A removable module and a housing for an attachment system of a consumer product is described. The removable module includes a locking mechanism comprising a first portion having a substantially planar top surface and second portion that comprises a substantially non-planar bottom surface. The first portion and the second portion are coupled together. The locking mechanism also includes a first spring mechanism coupled between the first portion and the second portion. The first spring mechanism causes the first portion to be biased away from the second portion. The locking mechanism also includes a second spring mechanism. The second spring mechanism causes the substantially planar top surface of the first portion to be biased substantially flush with respect to the removable module and also causes the substantially non-planar bottom surface of the second portion to be biased proud with respect to the removable module.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2021Publication date: August 19, 2021Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Phillip M. Hobson, Michael J. Webb
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Publication number: 20210196011Abstract: A wrist band for attaching a portable electronic device to a user includes articulating segments which may be releasably connected so as to provide the user the capability of sizing the wristband by adding or removing links as desired. A clasp is also disclosed for securing the wristband to a user. A manufacturing device and method are disclosed for machining complex surfaces on the segments and clasp.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2021Publication date: July 1, 2021Applicant: Apple Inc.Inventors: Michael J. WEBB, Erik L. WANG, Daniele DE IULIIS, Wayne COWAN
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Patent number: 11026484Abstract: A removable module and a housing for an attachment system of a consumer product is described. The removable module includes a locking mechanism comprising a first portion having a substantially planar top surface and second portion that comprises a substantially non-planar bottom surface. The first portion and the second portion are coupled together. The locking mechanism also includes a first spring mechanism coupled between the first portion and the second portion. The first spring mechanism causes the first portion to be biased away from the second portion. The locking mechanism also includes a second spring mechanism. The second spring mechanism causes the substantially planar top surface of the first portion to be biased substantially flush with respect to the removable module and also causes the substantially non-planar bottom surface of the second portion to be biased proud with respect to the removable module.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2019Date of Patent: June 8, 2021Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Phillip M. Hobson, Michael J. Webb
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Publication number: 20210161258Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of a consumer product. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing include an expansion component or other such locking assembly configured to releasably secure the attachment unit within the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2021Publication date: June 3, 2021Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Michael J. Webb, Hsiang Hung Chen, Motohide Hatanaka
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Patent number: 11006705Abstract: Clasp assemblies for bands (e.g., for watches) are disclosed. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a plurality of pivotally interconnected links, where respective links are releasably coupled to one another, and spring assemblies disposed between respective links impart biasing forces between the respective links. In some embodiments, a clasp assembly may include a clasp body, a clasp cover, and a connecting arm pivotally coupled to the clasp body at a first end of the connecting arm, and pivotally coupled to the clasp cover at a second end of the connecting arm. The clasp assembly may include springs, magnets, elastomer members, and/or other mechanisms, components, or assemblies that impart a biasing force between the clasp body, the connecting arm, and/or the clasp cover.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2018Date of Patent: May 18, 2021Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Motohide Hatanaka, Hsiang Hung Chen, Erik L. Wang, Michael J. Webb, Douglas J. Weber, Daniele De Luliis, Kah Sim Quah
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Patent number: 11000101Abstract: A wrist band for attaching a portable electronic device to a user includes articulating segments which may be releasably connected so as to provide the user the capability of sizing the wristband by adding or removing links as desired. A clasp is also disclosed for securing the wristband to a user. A manufacturing device and method are disclosed for machining complex surfaces on the segments and clasp.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2018Date of Patent: May 11, 2021Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Webb, Erik L. Wang, Daniele De Iuliis, Wayne Cowan
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Patent number: 10945496Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of a consumer product. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing include an expansion component or other such locking assembly configured to releasably secure the attachment unit within the housing.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2018Date of Patent: March 16, 2021Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Michael J. Webb, Hsiang Hung Chen, Motohide Hatanaka
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Patent number: 10945664Abstract: A protective case for a wearable electronic device. The wearable electronic device may include a housing and a band that is configured to secure the wearable electronic device to a user. A protective of removable case may be configured to attach to the external features of the housing and include a body portion and a set of curved protrusions that extend from the body portion to cover the corners of the housing. The device may include an optical sensor and the case may include an aperture formed in the body portion that is substantially aligned with the optical sensor. A gasket, positioned along a perimeter of the aperture, may be configured to provide an optical barrier for the optical sensor of the device.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2016Date of Patent: March 16, 2021Assignee: Apple, Inc.Inventor: Michael J. Webb
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Patent number: 10575602Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a locking assembly for an attachment system of an electronic device. More specifically, embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an attachment unit that is configured to be inserted and removed from a housing of a consumer product. The attachment unit and/or the housing includes a catch member or other such locking assembly configured to relaseably secure the attachment unit within the housing.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2018Date of Patent: March 3, 2020Assignee: APPLE INC.Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Michael J. Webb, Stephen Dey, Osamu Yabe, Hsiang Hung Chen
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Publication number: 20200060392Abstract: A band configured to couple a device to a body of a user is disclosed. The band includes a first link comprising a recess defined in a body of the first link, a leaf spring positioned in the recess and comprising a tongue portion protruding from the leaf spring, and a second link coupled to the first link and comprising first and second lip portions extending away from a body of the second link and separated from one another by a gap. The tongue portion is positioned in the gap between the first and second lip portions, and the first and second lip portions engage the leaf spring to retain the second link to the first link.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2019Publication date: February 27, 2020Inventors: Daniele DE IULIIS, Michael J. WEBB
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Patent number: 10492574Abstract: A band configured to couple a device to a body of a user is disclosed. The band includes a first link comprising a recess defined in a body of the first link, a leaf spring positioned in the recess and comprising a tongue portion protruding from the leaf spring, and a second link coupled to the first link and comprising first and second lip portions extending away from a body of the second link and separated from one another by a gap. The tongue portion is positioned in the gap between the first and second lip portions, and the first and second lip portions engage the leaf spring to retain the second link to the first link.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2016Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Assignee: APPLE INC.Inventors: Daniele de Iuliis, Michael J. Webb
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Patent number: 10463120Abstract: A wearable band may be coupled with an electronic device, and a user can secure the electronic device around a body part of the user with an attachment mechanism of the wearable band. The wearable band and/or the attachment mechanism can include an incremental adjustment mechanism. The attachment mechanism can produce an initial fit or tightness when the wearable band is secured around the body part of the user. The incremental adjustment mechanism can be used to incrementally adjust the initial fit of the wearable band on the body part. The incremental adjustment mechanism is configured to allow the user to adjust the fit or tightness of the wearable band around the body part more finely than the attachment mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2016Date of Patent: November 5, 2019Assignee: APPLE INC.Inventors: Daniele De Iuliis, Ryan C. Perkins, Michael J. Webb
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Publication number: 20190216178Abstract: A removable module and a housing for an attachment system of a consumer product is described. The removable module includes a locking mechanism comprising a first portion having a substantially planar top surface and second portion that comprises a substantially non-planar bottom surface. The first portion and the second portion are coupled together. The locking mechanism also includes a first spring mechanism coupled between the first portion and the second portion. The first spring mechanism causes the first portion to be biased away from the second portion. The locking mechanism also includes a second spring mechanism. The second spring mechanism causes the substantially planar top surface of the first portion to be biased substantially flush with respect to the removable module and also causes the substantially non-planar bottom surface of the second portion to be biased proud with respect to the removable module.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2019Publication date: July 18, 2019Inventors: Ryan C. Perkins, Phillip M. Hobson, Michael J. Webb