Patents by Inventor Paul Russell

Paul Russell 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: 20190149814
    Abstract: A calibration jig for calibrating an image capturing device mounted on a machine is provided. A second rope is connected to a first rope at a first connection point. A third rope is connected to the first rope and the second rope at a second connection point and a third connection point respectively. The first, second, and third ropes, when taut, define the calibration triangle with the first, second, and the third connection points as vertices of the calibration triangle. A center rope is connected to the first connection point with a first anchor point associated with the machine. A first tether rope is connected to the second connection point of the calibration triangle with a second anchor point associated with the machine. A second tether rope is connected to the third connection point of the calibration triangle with a third anchor point associated with the machine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2017
    Publication date: May 16, 2019
    Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Russell Friend, David Paul Gitz, Maikel Orlando Torres Pineiro, Matthew Daniel Fike, Qi Chen, Jeffrey Walter Earleson
  • Patent number: 10267016
    Abstract: A swing control assembly for a first machine is provided. The swing control assembly includes a position detection module configured to generate a signal indicative of a relative position of a second machine with respect to the first machine. The swing control assembly includes a controller communicably coupled to the position detection module. The controller is configured to receive the signal indicative of the relative position of the second machine with respect to the first machine. The controller is configured to determine a direction of swing associated with the first machine based on the received signal. The controller is configured to provide an instruction to initiate a swing operation of the first machine based on the determined direction of swing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Russell Friend, Michael Edward Brandt
  • Patent number: 10257085
    Abstract: In a method of using structured communications in an observation platform with cloud computing, a signal from a first communication device is received by a second communication device associated with a first computer system. The second computer system forwards the signal from the first computer system to a second computer system, wherein the second computer system is physically remote from the first computer system and connected with the first computer system via a network. The second computer system derives context information for the signal, the deriving based on a plurality of factors derived from an analysis of the signal, wherein the plurality of factors comprises a speech to text analysis of the signal, and wherein the second computer system is cloud based. The second computer system determines at least one destination for the signal based on the plurality of factors for the context information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: Theatro Labs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul Russell, Guy R. VanBuskirk
  • Patent number: 10235774
    Abstract: A method for calibrating an image capturing device mounted on a machine is provided. The image capturing device is configured to capture one or more images of a calibration target. The one or more images include a set of reference points corresponding to the calibration target. The method includes receiving a first positional data and a second positional data associated with the image capturing device and the calibration target respectively. The method includes generating, through the processor, a set of augmented reality points based on the first positional data and the second positional data. The method further includes overlaying, through the processor, the set of augmented reality points on the set of reference points displayed on the display. The method includes iteratively adjusting, through the processor, at least one of a roll, a yaw, or a pitch of the image capturing device until the set of augmented reality points align with the corresponding set of reference points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2019
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: David Paul Gitz, Paul Russell Friend, Maikel Orlando Torres Pineiro, Qi Chen
  • Patent number: 10204524
    Abstract: Using an observation platform for training, monitoring, and mining structured communications. A signal is received from a first communication device at a second communication device associated with a computer system, wherein a first characteristic of the signal corresponds to an audible source and a second characteristic of the signal corresponds to information indicative of a geographic position of the first communication device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2019
    Assignee: Theatro Labs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul Russell, Guy R. VanBuskirk, Andrew W. Kittler
  • Publication number: 20180284219
    Abstract: A ranging radio relative machine positioning system for a first mobile machine and a second mobile machine is provided. The first mobile machine includes a platform rotatable relative to ground-engaging elements of the first mobile machine. A first set of ranging radios and at least one sensor are configured for attachment to the first mobile machine, and a second set of ranging radios are configured for attachment to the second mobile machine. The system also includes a controller programmed to identify a ground spotting location relative to the first mobile machine, track movement of the first mobile machine relative to the ground spotting location using the sensor to arrive at an offset, and provide a location, or pose, of the second mobile machine relative to the ground spotting location using the first and second sets of ranging radios and the offset.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2017
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Inventor: Paul Russell Friend
  • Publication number: 20180260758
    Abstract: In a method of observing users of communication devices, a central computer system recognizes a first user associated with a first communication device and a second user associated with a second communication device. The central computer system observes a communication between the first communication device and the second communication device, wherein at least a portion of the communication is an audible communication. The central computer system relays the communication between the first communication device and the second communication device. The central computer system identifies features of the communication and makes the features available for decision making purposes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2018
    Publication date: September 13, 2018
    Applicant: TheatroLabs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul RUSSELL, Guy R. VANBUSKIRK, Andrew W. KITTLER
  • Patent number: 10060097
    Abstract: An excavation system is disclosed for use with an excavation machine having a work tool and with an IPCC. The excavation system may have a location device configured to generate a first signal indicative of a location of the excavation machine, a display, and at least one controller in communication with the location device and the display. The controller may be configured to receive a second signal indicative of a location of the IPCC, and to cause representations of the excavation machine and the IPCC to be simultaneously shown on the display based on the first and second signals. The at least one controller may also be configured to determine a swing radius of the work tool, and to selectively cause an indication of alignment between the IPCC and the swing radius to be shown on the display based on the first signal, the second signal, and the swing radius.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2018
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Russell Friend, Kenneth L. Stratton, Michael Edward Brandt, James D. Humphrey, James William Ryan
  • Publication number: 20180189844
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for sending information in an observation platform. A determination is made, at an observation platform, that a first communication device associated with a first user is located in an environment. A determination is made, at the observation platform, that the first communication device is located in proximity to a second communication device associated with a second user. Speech information is sent to the first communication device for the first user to use in communicating with the second user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2018
    Publication date: July 5, 2018
    Applicant: TheatroLabs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul Russell, Guy R. VanBuskirk, Ravi Shankar Kumar, Kranthimanoj Nagothu
  • Patent number: 9971984
    Abstract: In a method of characterizing communications in a group of users, a computer system recognizes a group of users. Each user of the group of users is associated with one of a plurality of communication devices. The computer system records a communication between at least two of the communication devices. At least a portion of the communication is an audible communication. The computer system identifies features based upon the communication. The computer system generates a visual representation of the features.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2018
    Assignee: Theatro Labs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul Russell, Guy R. VanBuskirk, Andrew W. Kittler
  • Patent number: 9971983
    Abstract: In a method of observing users of communication devices, a central computer system recognizes a first user associated with a first communication device and a second user associated with a second communication device. The central computer system observes a communication between the first communication device and the second communication device, wherein at least a portion of the communication is an audible communication. The central computer system relays the communication between the first communication device and the second communication device. The central computer system identifies features of the communication and makes the features available for decision making purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2018
    Assignee: Theatro Labs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul Russell, Guy R. Vanbuskirk, Andrew W. Kittler
  • Patent number: 9940373
    Abstract: Disclosed is a system, method, and computer program product for implementing a log analytics method and system that can configure, collect, and analyze log records in an efficient manner. An improved approach is provided for identifying log files that have undergone a change in status that would require retrieve of its log data, by including a module directly into the operating system that allows the log collection component to be reactively notified of any changes to pertinent log files.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2018
    Assignee: Oracle International Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry Paul Russell, Haobo He, Greg Ma, Xin Xu
  • Patent number: 9928529
    Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for sending information in an observation platform. A determination is made, at an observation platform, that a first communication device associated with a first user is located in an environment. A determination is made, at the observation platform, that the first communication device is located in proximity to a second communication device associated with a second user. Speech information is sent to the first communication device for the first user to use in communicating with the second user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Assignee: TheatroLabs, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Paul Russell, Guy R. VanBuskirk, Ravi Shankar Kumar, Kranthimanoj Nagothu
  • Patent number: 9920320
    Abstract: The present invention relates to method, system, and composition for modulating the compliance of the trabecular meshwork, which may provide treatment to glaucoma.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2018
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Paul Russell, Christopher J. Murphy, Sara M. Thomasy, Vijay Krishna Raghunathan, Joshua T. Morgan, Joshua Wood
  • Publication number: 20180074667
    Abstract: Stacked tab views are described. A computing device can display multiple content panes in a web browser window. Each content pane can correspond to a different web site. The content panes can be arranged in a visual stack, where content pane are positioned one in front of another in a three-dimensional view. In the three-dimensional view, a distance between content panes can appear to separate the content panes. Each content pane can display snapshot image of content of a web site. The content panes can be used in place of tabs for navigating between web pages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2017
    Publication date: March 15, 2018
    Inventors: Chanaka G. Karunamuni, Ian M. Henderson, Paul Russell Knight, Anthony D'Auria
  • Publication number: 20180066413
    Abstract: A swing control assembly for a first machine is provided. The swing control assembly includes a position detection module configured to generate a signal indicative of a relative position of a second machine with respect to the first machine. The swing control assembly includes a controller communicably coupled to the position detection module. The controller is configured to receive the signal indicative of the relative position of the second machine with respect to the first machine. The controller is configured to determine a direction of swing associated with the first machine based on the received signal. The controller is configured to provide an instruction to initiate a swing operation of the first machine based on the determined direction of swing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: March 8, 2018
    Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Russell Friend, Michael Edward Brandt
  • Publication number: 20180004824
    Abstract: Disclosed is a system, method, and computer program product for implementing a log analytics method and system that can configure, collect, and analyze log records in an efficient manner. An improved approach is provided for identifying log files that have undergone a change in status that would require retrieve of its log data, by including a module directly into the operating system that allows the log collection component to be reactively notified of any changes to pertinent log files.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2017
    Publication date: January 4, 2018
    Applicant: Oracle International Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry Paul Russell, Haobo He, Greg Ma, Xin Xu
  • Publication number: 20170363525
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method for conducting a pressure test on an apparatus. The method may include selecting a maximum test pressure for the pressure test, providing a first volume of liquid in the enclosed space and estimating a volume of gas in the enclosed space. The method may further include calculating a volume of additional liquid necessary to bring the enclosed space to the maximum test pressure, providing the volume of additional liquid in the enclosed space, and observing pressure of the enclosed space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2015
    Publication date: December 21, 2017
    Applicant: SHELL OIL COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul Russell DALEY, Laura Tufts MEYER, Timothy Oren WIEMERS, Lewis Jackson DUTEL
  • Patent number: 9804745
    Abstract: Stacked tab views are described. A computing device can display multiple content panes in a web browser window. Each content pane can correspond to a different web site. The content panes can be arranged in a visual stack, where content pane are positioned one in front of another in a three-dimensional view. In the three-dimensional view, a distance between content panes can appear to separate the content panes. Each content pane can display snapshot image of content of a web site. The content panes can be used in place of tabs for navigating between web pages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2017
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Chanaka G. Karunamuni, Ian M. Henderson, Paul Russell Knight, Anthony D'Auria
  • Patent number: 9798447
    Abstract: Stacked tab views are described. A computing device can display multiple content panes in a web browser window. Each content pane can correspond to a different web site. The content panes can be arranged in a visual stack, where content pane are positioned one in front of another in a three-dimensional view. In the three-dimensional view, a distance between content panes can appear to separate the content panes. Each content pane can display snapshot image of content of a web site. The content panes can be used in place of tabs for navigating between web pages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2017
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Chanaka G. Karunamuni, Ian M. Henderson, Paul Russell Knight, Anthony D'Auria