Patents by Inventor Paul Robinson
Paul Robinson 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: 10783236Abstract: A method performed by a computing system includes receiving from a publishing entity a message and a first piece of evidence that the message was sent by the publishing entity, time-stamping the first piece of evidence, storing the time-stamped first piece of evidence, sending the message to a first subscribing entity, receiving from the first subscribing entity a second piece of evidence that the message was received by the first subscribing entity, time-stamping the second piece of evidence, and storing the time-stamped second piece of evidence.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2018Date of Patent: September 22, 2020Assignee: RED HAT, INC.Inventors: Tom Jenkinson, Paul Robinson
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Patent number: 10775292Abstract: An image flow cytometer for observing a microparticulate sample includes a flow chamber having a flow channel that permits the microparticulate sample to travel in a flow direction. An irradiation system scans an irradiation spot across a sensing area of the flow channel in a scan direction different from the flow direction. A detection system detects resultant light from the sensing area and provides a detection signal. An alignment system alters a location of the sensing area with respect to the flow chamber. A control unit causes the irradiation system to scan the irradiation spot during a first measurement interval and operates the alignment system to translate the location of the sensing area along the flow direction. The flow chamber can be mounted to a movable stage in some examples, and the alignment system can move the flow chamber substantially opposite the flow direction using the stage.Type: GrantFiled: July 25, 2018Date of Patent: September 15, 2020Assignee: CAPTL LLCInventors: Masanobu Yamamoto, J. Paul Robinson
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Patent number: 10769409Abstract: A computer method for correlating depictions of colonies of microorganisms includes receiving an image of a substrate associated with a first time and showing a colony of microorganisms. A second image of the same substrate and associated with a second time shows a candidate colony of microorganisms. A region of the second image that shows the candidate colony of microorganisms is located. The first region of the first image is compared to the second region of the second image. Based on the comparison of the images, the candidate colony of microorganism is determined to be the same colony as the first colony of microorganisms. Systems for moving substrates having colonies of microorganisms and maintaining orientation of the substrates before and after movement are also described.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2016Date of Patent: September 8, 2020Assignee: Purdue Research FoundationInventors: Joseph Paul Robinson, Bartlomiej P. Rajwa, Valery Patsekin
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Publication number: 20200252433Abstract: A system manages usage of a network-enabled user device. A policy storage is separately located relative to the user device and stores usage policy sets. Each policy set comprises policies defining usage permissions/restrictions applicable to the user device. The system associates a first user with a first time period and a second user with a second time period, each time period exclusive of other time periods. The first user selects/modifies a first policy set for applying during the first time period, and the second user selects/modifies a second policy set for applying during the second time period. The first user cannot select/modify any policy set applicable during the second time period, and the second user cannot select/modify any policy set applicable during the first time period. A usage request from the user device is allowed/denied based on the policy set to be applied when the usage request is made.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2020Publication date: August 6, 2020Inventors: Timothy David Levy, Benjamin Shaun Dixon Trigger, Crispin Swan, Paul Robinson
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Patent number: 10719691Abstract: A system for the characterization of a colony of microorganisms includes a coherent light source configured to provide coherent light of one or more wavelengths along a common optical path. A holder is configured to operationally arrange a substrate so that the colony of microorganisms on a surface of the substrate is positioned to receive the coherent light. Scattered light is generated from the colony of microorganisms receiving coherent light. A first image capture device is configured to receive the scattered light and generate a scatter image from the microorganism colony irradiated by the coherent light. The system also includes a magnifying lens configured to magnify the colony of microorganisms. A second image capture device is configured to capture a light image of the colony of microorganisms magnified by the magnifying lens. Methods of assigning organisms to categories with like organisms without necessarily identifying the organisms are also described.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2016Date of Patent: July 21, 2020Assignee: Purdue Research FoundationInventors: Joseph Paul Robinson, Bartlomiej P. Rajwa, Kathryn E. Ragheb, Cheryl M. Holdman, Valery P. Patsekin, Euiwon Bae, Jennifer Sturgis
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Publication number: 20200189804Abstract: A cap 120 for a bottle 110 includes an upper portion 130 and a lower portion 140. The upper portion is configured to be positioned on an exterior of the bottle when the cap is engaged with the bottle. The lower portion is configured to be positioned at least partially within the bottle when the cap is engaged with the bottle. A lower end of the lower portion includes a first perimeter portion 150 and a second perimeter portion 151. A first distance between the upper portion and the first perimeter portion is different than a second distance between the upper portion and the second perimeter portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2017Publication date: June 18, 2020Applicant: Colgate-Palmolive CompanyInventors: John CRAWFORD, Michael Paul ROBINSON, II
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Publication number: 20200163934Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical preparation comprising ?-lipoic acid, dicalcium phosphate and a binder. The solid pharmaceutical preparation has an improved stability and thereby improved bioavailability.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2019Publication date: May 28, 2020Inventors: Satishkumar Jain, Parminder Singh Sidhu, Paul Robinson, Madhura Rege, Sundareswarakumar Chellaswamy
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Publication number: 20200141873Abstract: Various techniques for characterizing a target within a sample are described. An example method includes applying, to the sample, a recognition construct that includes a metal and a scaffold, wherein the scaffold is configured to bind to the target. Energy can be applied to the sample, wherein the applied energy is sufficient to transform at least some of the sample into a plasma. Electromagnetic radiation emitted by the plasma can be detected to provide an optical-spectrum signal of the sample.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2019Publication date: May 7, 2020Inventors: Joseph Paul Robinson, Bartlomiej P. Rajwa, Valery P. Patsekin, Euiwon Bae
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Patent number: 10638830Abstract: The present disclosure provides a system including a handheld implement having a handle and a head. The system also includes a base having a basin, a pump, and a product container. The basin includes vertical walls forming mouth opening to an inner cavity that receives the head of the handheld implement. The product container includes a reservoir of product. The pump conveys the product from the reservoir to the inner cavity via at least one through-hole in the basin.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2016Date of Patent: May 5, 2020Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive CompanyInventors: Michael Paul Robinson, II, Dana Gold
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Patent number: 10613096Abstract: A measurement system includes a system for causing relative motion between a sample and an irradiation spot. The sample includes fluorescent markers having respective wavelengths. A gating system provides a gating signal based at least in part on resultant light substantially at an irradiation wavelength. A detection system detects fluorescent light from the irradiated markers and provides detection signals representing the fluorescent light detected concurrently with a gate-open signal. In some examples, the detection system detects fluorescent light at multiple wavelengths and provides respective detection signals. A spectral discriminator arranged optically between the sample and the detection system receives the fluorescent light from the sample and provides respective fluorescent light at the wavelengths to the detection system. A flow cytometer can spectrally disperse resultant fluorescent light and measure the wavelengths separately.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2016Date of Patent: April 7, 2020Assignee: CAPTL LLCInventors: Masanobu Yamamoto, J. Paul Robinson
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Publication number: 20200089658Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention is directed to determining non-utilized storage within a file system and providing a meaningful report for reclaims. An embodiment of the present invention is directed to implementing a reporting tool for presenting information about the storage allocated to one or more Linux servers, file systems as well as other components, resources and/or systems. The data may then be used to aid decision making for performing reclaims of the storage which may be highlighted as unused.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2019Publication date: March 19, 2020Inventors: Rahul SRIVASTAVA, Vankata Satyanarayana KANDEPU, Paul ROBINSON
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Publication number: 20200049629Abstract: An apparatus and method for characterizing a target, e.g., microbial samples or biological toxins, includes labeling the target with a biomolecular recognition construct and measuring an atomic-spectra signal of the biomolecular recognition construct. The method can include heating the labeled target before measuring the atomic-spectra signal. The atomic-spectra signal can be measured by performing laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy. The atomic-spectra signal can be measured by performing spark induced breakdown spectroscopy. The biomolecular recognition construct can be prepared by tagging a biological scaffolding with a metal atom or ion. In an aspect in which the target includes a microbial sample, the biological scaffolding can include an antibody against epitopes present on bacterial surface, the antibody linked to a heavy metal. In an aspect in which the target includes a biological toxin, the biological scaffolding can include an antibody against the biological toxin linked to heavy metals.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2019Publication date: February 13, 2020Inventors: Joseph Paul Robinson, Bartlomiej P. Rajwa, Valery P. Patsekin, Euiwon Bae
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Patent number: 10525299Abstract: A training sled configurable for adding weights in some embodiments to increase friction and provide for weight-training by lifting portions of the sled. Sled components are slidably or pivotably connected to permit lifting a shoulder member of the sled to different heights and to achieve an optimal training angle. The training sled having an accelerometer, sensor unit and display for sensing, determining and displaying the force of impact and movement of the training sled.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2017Date of Patent: January 7, 2020Assignee: DEMON SLED, LLCInventors: Chad Amos Leath, Yancy Lawrence Culp, Jaylon B. Plunkett, Benjamin Paul Robinson
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Patent number: 10513450Abstract: A flocculation system is provided including a vessel having an open top. The flocculation system also includes a sidewall comprised of a water-impermeable material. The flocculation system further includes a first bottom comprising the water-impermeable material. The flocculation system further includes a second bottom having a floc filter that passes flocs and prevents the passage of a cleaning tool. The flocculation system further includes a floc trap below the second bottom. The floc trap includes a space defined by the sidewall, the first bottom, and the floc filter. In some implementations, the flocculation system includes a flocculant disposed on the sidewall, the floc filter, or the first bottom.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2016Date of Patent: December 24, 2019Assignee: Colgate-Palmolive CompanyInventors: Frank Hom, Michael Paul Robinson, II
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Patent number: 10514338Abstract: A target within a sample can be characterized using an energy source configured to transform a metal in the sample into a plasma and an optical spectroscopic detector configured to detect electromagnetic radiation emitted by the plasma to provide an optical-spectrum signal. A processor can determine presence of the metal in the sample using the optical-spectrum signal. The target can include a microbe or biological toxin. A recognition construct comprising a metal and a scaffold can be applied to the sample. The scaffold can bind to the target. Energy can be applied to transform at least some of the sample into a plasma. Electromagnetic radiation emitted by the plasma can be detected to provide an optical-spectrum signal of the sample. A preparation subsystem can add the recognition construct to the sample and a washing subsystem can wash unbound recognition construct out of the sample.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2016Date of Patent: December 24, 2019Assignee: Purdue Research FoundationInventors: Joseph Paul Robinson, Bartlomiej P. Rajwa, Valery P. Patsekin, Euiwon Bae
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Publication number: 20190386421Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for use in connecting and disconnecting cable connectors to and from communication ports. In some embodiments, a connector assembly has a ganging member, a plunger member, and a key. The ganging member can retain a plurality of cable connectors, and be used to simultaneously connect/disconnect groups of cable connectors. The plunger member can have a plurality of elongated plungers usable to simultaneously unlock or lock the cable connectors.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2018Publication date: December 19, 2019Inventors: Terry Kleeberger, Paul Robinson, Artur Bureacov
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Patent number: 10479478Abstract: A morphing skin for an air vehicle structure, the skin being formed by a composite material which includes: a multiplicity of fibers, a matrix incorporating the fibers, and a thermo-sensitive material, such as a thermo-plastic. The thermo-sensitive material can be reversibly transitionable in response to a change in temperature, between (i) an ambient temperature mode in which the thermo-sensitive material is capable of transferring loads in the composite material, and (ii) a heated mode in which the ability of the thermo-sensitive material to transfer the loads is reduced. This can allow the stiffness of the skin to be temporarily reduced to enable the skin to be morphed into a different shape.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2013Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Assignees: MBDA UK Limited, Imperial College of Science, Technology and MedicineInventors: Mohammed Azad Hussain, Anthony Machell, Paul Robinson, Henry Alexander Maples, Charnwit Tridech, Alexander Bismarck
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Patent number: 10451556Abstract: An apparatus and method for characterizing a target, e.g., microbial samples or biological toxins, includes labeling the target with a biomolecular recognition construct and measuring an atomic-spectra signal of the biomolecular recognition construct. The method can include heating the labeled target before measuring the atomic-spectra signal. The atomic-spectra signal can be measured by performing laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy. The atomic-spectra signal can be measured by performing spark induced breakdown spectroscopy. The biomolecular recognition construct can be prepared by tagging a biological scaffolding with a metal atom or ion. In an aspect in which the target includes a microbial sample, the biological scaffolding can include an antibody against epitopes present on bacterial surface, the antibody linked to a heavy metal. In an aspect in which the target includes a biological toxin, the biological scaffolding can include an antibody against the biological toxin linked to heavy metals.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2015Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: Purdue Research FoundationInventors: Joseph Paul Robinson, Bartlomiej P. Rajwa, Valery P. Patsekin, Euiwon Bae
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Patent number: 10417038Abstract: Various examples are directed to systems and methods for executing distributed transactions. A transaction manager may send to a resource manager a first prepare message that describes a first work item to be performed by the resource manager for a first transaction. The transaction manager may also send to the resource manager a second prepare message that describes a second work item to be performed by the resource manager for a second transaction. The transaction manager may detect a flush event and send to the resource manager a batch commit message instructing the resource manager to commit the first work item and the second work item.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2016Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Assignee: Red Hat, Inc.Inventors: Paul Robinson, Thomas Jenkinson
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Patent number: 10375442Abstract: A method of modifying the output of an output device is provided. A first code, associated with a first recipient party, is received and used to generate, within the output device, a second code, the second code containing encoded data identifying the first recipient party and instructions for activating an additional functionality of the output device. The additional functionality is activated in accordance with the instructions contained in the second code. The output of the output device is modified according to data encoded in the second code, to encode a third code in the output of the output device, the third code including an ID code associated with the first recipient party.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2016Date of Patent: August 6, 2019Assignee: SMARDTV SAInventors: David John Michael Robinson, John Paul Robinson