Patents by Inventor Robert Crawford
Robert Crawford 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: 9124109Abstract: A console assembly and a system operable to provide visual identification of the charging state of an electronic device is provided. The console assembly and system includes a processor operable to processing the charging state of the electronic device. A light source is in communication with the processor. The light source is configured to change the character of light being emitted. The processor is operable to actuate the light source so as to change the character of the emitted light source to reflect the charging state of the electronic device.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2012Date of Patent: September 1, 2015Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.Inventors: Charan Singh Lota, Michael Lambert, Randy Stephens, Robert Crawford
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Publication number: 20150233516Abstract: A method producing a relative vacuum in a subsea pipeline to assist in the disassociation of a hydrate comprising providing a tool assembly comprising a sealing cup to engage the bore of the pipeline, a vacuum pump, and slips to engage the bore of the pipeline, attaching the tool assembly to a coiled tubing string and inserting the tool assembly into an access point in the pipeline, pumping into the annular area between the bore of the pipeline and the outer diameter of the coiled tubing string to move the tool assembly to a distal location within the pipeline at a lower elevation than the access point, pumping into the coiled tubing string to set the slips and to power the vacuum pump to pull the relative vacuum within the pipeline, pumping into the annular area to vent the relative vacuum into the coiled tubing string, and pumping through the coiled tubing string into the area in front of the tool assembly to assist in the recovery of the tool assembly from the pipeline.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2014Publication date: August 20, 2015Inventors: Benton Frederick Baugh, James Robert Crawford
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Patent number: 8844000Abstract: A media content delivery system and method is operable to communicate an authorized single media content stream generated by a local programming provider (LPP) in a domestic market area (DMA) to a client facility, wherein the authorized single media content stream is multiplexed into a multi-media content stream with a plurality of other single media content streams generated by a plurality of other LPPS in the DMA. An exemplary embodiment identifies an authorized single media content stream of interest to a client; accesses the multi-media content stream communicated from a communication network at the client facility, unbundles the authorized single media content stream from the received multi-media content stream, and communicates the authorized single media content stream to a program content generation system operated by the client.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2013Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Assignee: EchoStar Broadcasting CorporationInventors: Jeffrey McSchooler, Josh Stumbo, Robert Crawford
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Publication number: 20140226817Abstract: Techniques are provided to enable the registration of an embedded device with a wireless network, such as a Wi-Fi network. An established client of the wireless network formulates one or more data packets having an unencrypted multicast address, where at least a portion of the multicast address is unnecessary for transmission of the data packets over the wireless network. The established client inserts network configuration information in the unused portion of the multicast address and transmits the data packets over wireless network. The network configuration information can include a network identification (SSID) and network password. Any access point that receives the multicast packets will retransmit multiple times per standard protocol, allowing the embedded device to receive the original transmission from the client device or the retransmissions.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2013Publication date: August 14, 2014Applicant: Broadcom CorporationInventors: Nicholas Oliver VON HUBEN, Jason Robert CRAWFORD
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Publication number: 20140162702Abstract: Systems and methods for distributed location determination are disclosed. Mobile computing devices within proximity of one another can exchange signals to determine relative physical locations. Such signals include signals for determining proximity or distances that can be used by the mobile computing devices to triangulate the relative positions of the mobile computing devices. The signals can also include unique identifiers that can be used to associate a determined position with a particular mobile computing device. The mobile computing devices share their own location information and location information for other known mobile computing devices to distribute the location determination tasks. Data from stationary nodes and external positioning systems may be superimposed on the relative position determination to add external location references. The resolution of the external location references can be enhanced using the relative positions determined by the mobile computing devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2013Publication date: June 12, 2014Inventors: Brandon Robert Crawford, Darrell S. Mockus
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Publication number: 20140104752Abstract: An electric double-layer ultracapacitor configured to maintain desired operation at an operating voltage of three volts, where the capacitor includes a housing component, a first and a second current collector, a positive and a negative electrode electrically coupled to one of the first and second current collectors, and a separator positioned between the positive and the negative electrode. The capacitor may also include an electrolyte in ionic contact with the electrodes and the separator, the electrolyte having acetonitrile and a quaternary ammonium salt with a molarity of less than one.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Applicant: Maxwell Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Priya Bendale, Robert Crawford, Porter Mitchell, Jeffrey Nelson, Doug Schafer, Xiaomei Xi
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Publication number: 20140098464Abstract: An electric double-layer ultracapacitor configured to maintain desired operation at an operating voltage of three volts, where the capacitor includes a housing component, a first and a second current collector, a positive and a negative electrode electrically coupled to one of the first and second current collectors, and a separator positioned between the positive and the negative electrode. At least one of the positive electrode and the negative electrode can include a treated carbon material, where the treated carbon material includes a reduction in a number of hydrogen-containing functional groups, nitrogen-containing functional groups and/or oxygen-containing functional groups.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2013Publication date: April 10, 2014Applicant: Maxwell Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Priya Bendale, Robert Crawford, Porter Mitchell, Jeffrey Nelson, Doug Schafer, Xiaomei Xi
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Publication number: 20140098465Abstract: An electric double-layer ultracapacitor configured to maintain desired operation at an operating voltage of three volts, where the capacitor includes a housing component, a first and a second current collector, a positive and a negative electrode electrically coupled to one of the first and second current collectors, a separator positioned between the positive and the negative electrode, and an electrolyte in ionic contact with the electrodes and the separator. At least one of the positive electrode and the negative electrode can be made of a carbon based layer having a mesoporosity and/or a microporosity optimized for ionic mobility therewithin.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2013Publication date: April 10, 2014Applicant: Maxwell Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Priya Bendale, Robert Crawford, Porter Mitchell, Jeffrey Nelson, Doug Schafer, Xiaomei Xi
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Publication number: 20140098463Abstract: An electric double-layer ultracapacitor configured to maintain desired operation at an operating voltage of three volts, where the capacitor includes a housing component, a first and a second current collector, a positive and a negative electrode electrically coupled to one of the first and second current collectors, and a separator positioned between the positive and the negative electrode. The capacitor may also include a protective coating disposed on an inner surface of the housing for the ultracapacitor.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2013Publication date: April 10, 2014Applicant: Maxwell Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Priya Bendale, Robert Crawford, Porter Mitchell, Jeffrey Nelson, Doug Schafer, Xiaomei Xi
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Publication number: 20140033283Abstract: A media content delivery system and method is operable to communicate an authorized single media content stream generated by a local programming provider (LPP) in a domestic market area (DMA) to a client facility, wherein the authorized single media content stream is multiplexed into a multi-media content stream with a plurality of other single media content streams generated by a plurality of other LPPS in the DMA. An exemplary embodiment identifies an authorized single media content stream of interest to a client; accesses the multi-media content stream communicated from a communication network at the client facility, unbundles the authorized single media content stream from the received multi-media content stream, and communicates the authorized single media content stream to a program content generation system operated by the client.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2013Publication date: January 30, 2014Applicant: EchoStar Broadcasting CorporationInventors: Jeffrey McSchooler, Josh Stumbo, Robert Crawford
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Publication number: 20130257363Abstract: A console assembly and a system operable to provide visual identification of the charging state of an electronic device is provided. The console assembly and system includes a processor operable to processing the charging state of the electronic device. A light source is in communication with the processor. The light source is configured to change the character of light being emitted. The processor is operable to actuate the light source so as to change the character of the emitted light source to reflect the charging state of the electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2012Publication date: October 3, 2013Applicant: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.Inventors: Charan Singh Lota, Michael Lambert, Randy Stephens, Robert Crawford
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Patent number: 8549583Abstract: A media content delivery system and method is operable to communicate an authorized single media content stream generated by a local programming provider (LPP) in a domestic market area (DMA) to a client facility, wherein the authorized single media content stream is multiplexed into a multi-media content stream with a plurality of other single media content streams generated by a plurality of other LPPS in the DMA. An exemplary embodiment identifies an authorized single media content stream of interest to a client; accesses the multi-media content stream communicated from a communication network at the client facility, unbundles the authorized single media content stream from the received multi-media content stream, and communicates the authorized single media content stream to a program content generation system operated by the client.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2010Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: EchoStar Broadcasting CorporationInventors: Jeffrey McSchooler, Josh Stumbo, Robert Crawford
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Patent number: 8412744Abstract: The formulation of an architectural diagram of a software program having multiple components. A static model identifying at least some of the components and a relationship between the components is accessed by perhaps performing a static code analysis of the code of the software program. A dynamic analysis is also performed by executing the software program, and observing the execution to derive dynamic behaviors of the software program. These dynamic behaviors may perhaps be information that is not readily available based on a static code analysis of the computer program alone, such as parameter values exchanged, paths of execution, and additional components invoked. The architectural diagram is then formulated using the static model and the dynamic behaviors to generate a more complete representation of the computer program.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2010Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Suhail Dutta, Brian Robert Crawford, Elliott Ross Conant
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Patent number: 8328213Abstract: A vehicle powered by an operator's arms and/or legs utilizes a pivot column for propulsion. An upper propulsion member (handlebar) is provided on the upper end of the pivot column. A lower propulsion member (foot bar) is provided on the lower end of the pivot column. A drive propulsion system is provided between the pivot column bottom and a rotational drive gear set. The drive propulsion system engaged with said at least one rotational drive gear, the propulsion system engages with and provides propulsion to an upper portion of the rotational drive gear during a counterclockwise motion of the pivot column and engages with and provides propulsion to a lower portion of the rotational drive gear during a clockwise motion of the pivot column. The rotational drive gear spins freely when subjected to the reverse motion. Incorporating two gears with opposing propulsion drives provides forward motion throughout the entire reciprocating stroke of the pivot column.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2011Date of Patent: December 11, 2012Inventor: Robert Crawford
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Publication number: 20120183886Abstract: In one embodiment, an energy storage device having a first electrode supported by a first collector sheet; a second electrode supported by a second collector sheet; and a dielectric separator therebetween, all spirally wound together. A container houses this spiral winding, with the first collector sheet having an end in contact with the base and the second collector sheet having an end oriented towards an opening opposite to the base. A collector plate is interposed between the second collector sheet and the opening and is restrained in posibion by a crimp in the container. A lid is positioned in the opening and has one side in electrical contact with the collector plate an an opposite side oriented outwardly of the container. The lid is restrained in position by rolling the one or more container walls over the lid.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2012Publication date: July 19, 2012Applicant: Maxwell Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Linda Zhong, Xiaomei Xi, Porter Mitchell, James Borkenhagen, Robert Crawford, Michael Everett, Alexandre Fresard
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Patent number: 8098481Abstract: In one embodiment, an energy storage device having a first electrode supported by a first collectors sheet; a second electrode supported by a second collector sheet; and a dielectric separator therebetween, all spirally wound together. A container houses this spiral winding, with the first collector sheet having an end in contact with the base and the second collector sheet having an end oriented towards an opening opposite to the base. A collector plate is interposed between the second collector sheet and the opening and is restrained in position by a crimp in the container. A lid is positioned in the opening and has one side in electrical contact with the collector plate and an opposite side oriented outwardly of the container. The lid is restrained in position by rolling the one or more container walls over the lid.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2006Date of Patent: January 17, 2012Assignee: Maxwell Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Linda Zong, Xiaomei Xi, Porter Mitchell, James Borkenhagen, Robert Crawford, Michael Everett, Alexandre Fresard
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Publication number: 20110321001Abstract: The formulation of an architectural diagram of a software program having multiple components. A static model identifying at least some of the components and a relationship between the components is accessed by perhaps performing a static code analysis of the code of the software program. A dynamic analysis is also performed by executing the software program, and observing the execution to derive dynamic behaviors of the software program. These dynamic behaviors may perhaps be information that is not readily available based on a static code analysis of the computer program alone, such as parameter values exchanged, paths of execution, and additional components invoked. The architectural diagram is then formulated using the static model and the dynamic behaviors to generate a more complete representation of the computer program.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATIONInventors: Suhail Dutta, Brian Robert Crawford, Elliott Ross Conant
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Publication number: 20110314519Abstract: A media content delivery system and method is operable to communicate an authorized single media content stream generated by a local programming provider (LPP) in a domestic market area (DMA) to a client facility, wherein the authorized single media content stream is multiplexed into a multi-media content stream with a plurality of other single media content streams generated by a plurality of other LPPS in the DMA. An exemplary embodiment identifies an authorized single media content stream of interest to a client; accesses the multi-media content stream communicated from a communication network at the client facility, unbundles the authorized single media content stream from the received multi-media content stream, and communicates the authorized single media content stream to a program content generation system operated by the client.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2010Publication date: December 22, 2011Applicant: ECHOSTAR BROADCASTING CORPORATIONInventors: Jeffrey McSchooler, Josh Stumbo, Robert Crawford
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Publication number: 20110182013Abstract: A frame case includes a device case for holding a portable electronic device having a display to be viewed by a user; and a frame associated with the device case for holding a photograph or graphics to be viewed by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2011Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: MARWARE, INC.Inventors: Sean Savitt, Edward Martin, Christopher Piedra, Chanseol Chung, Robert Crawford
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Patent number: 7891686Abstract: A vehicle powered by an operator's arms and/or legs utilizes a pivot column for propulsion. An upper propulsion member (handlebar) is provided on the upper end of the pivot column. A lower propulsion member (foot bar) is provided on the lower end of the pivot column. A drive propulsion system is provided between the pivot column bottom and a rotational drive gear set. The drive propulsion system engaged with said at least one rotational drive gear, the propulsion system engages with and provides propulsion to an upper portion of the rotational drive gear during a counterclockwise motion of the pivot column and engages with and provides propulsion to a lower portion of the rotational drive gear during a clockwise motion of the pivot column. The rotational drive gear spins freely when subjected to the reverse motion. Incorporating two gears with opposing propulsion drives provides forward motion throughout the entire reciprocating stroke of the pivot column.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2008Date of Patent: February 22, 2011Inventor: Robert Crawford