Patents by Inventor Robert Hain

Robert Hain 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: 10391394
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards software based controllers. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to provide a software based controller capable of utilization with games provided through a console, handheld device or other computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maksym Gutchenko
  • Patent number: 9950264
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards providing walkthroughs. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to allow for the recording, playback and usage of enhanced walkthroughs, such as for use with video games. Preferred embodiments of the present invention provide multimedia walkthrough content in conjunction with visual representation of control utilization during playback of a video game.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 24, 2018
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maxim Gutchenko
  • Publication number: 20170304723
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards software based controllers. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to provide a software based controller capable of utilization with games provided through a console, handheld device or other computing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Applicant: DingMedia, Ltd.
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maksym Gutchenko
  • Patent number: 9737801
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards software based controllers. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to provide a software based controller capable of utilization with games provided through a console, handheld device or other computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maksym Gutchenko
  • Publication number: 20170118493
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards systems and methods for generating and streaming live content. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention provide systems and methods for recording and encoding content on a single system prior to transmitting the encoded content to a content delivery network (CDN) via a network for consumption by remote end users. Further embodiments of the present invention are configured to allow for the provision of multiple encoded content streams, wherein the content streams are provided to users based on subscription type, with certain subscription types receiving varying content types e.g., advertisements, premium content) based on the subscription type.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2016
    Publication date: April 27, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Hain
  • Patent number: 9497498
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards systems and methods for generating and streaming live content. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention provide systems and methods for recording and encoding content on a single system prior to transmitting the encoded content to a content delivery network (CDN) via a network for consumption by remote end users. Further embodiments of the present invention are configured to allow for the provision of multiple encoded content streams, wherein the content streams are provided to users based on subscription type, with certain subscription types receiving varying content types (e.g., advertisements, premium content) based on the subscription type.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Hain
  • Publication number: 20160219320
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards systems and methods for generating and streaming live content. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention provide systems and methods for recording and encoding content on a single system prior to transmitting the encoded content to a content delivery network (CDN) via a network for consumption by remote end users. Further embodiments of the present invention are configured to allow for the provision of multiple encoded content streams, wherein the content streams are provided to users based on subscription type, with certain subscription types receiving varying content types (e.g., advertisements, premium content) based on the subscription type.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2015
    Publication date: July 28, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Hain
  • Publication number: 20150231498
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards utilization of various controllers in a cross-platform manner. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to provide a multiplatform controller that allows for the playing of video games through a computer console with the ability to use controllers (Gamepad type) of different brands and models.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Applicant: DINGMEDIA, LTD.
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maxim Gutchenko
  • Publication number: 20150231493
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards software based controllers. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to provide a software based controller capable of utilization with games provided through a console, handheld device or other computing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Applicant: DINGMEDIA, LTD.
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maxim Gutchenko
  • Publication number: 20150231510
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are generally directed towards providing walkthroughs. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention are configured to allow for the recording, playback and usage of enhanced walkthroughs, such as for use with video games. Preferred embodiments of the present invention provide multimedia walkthrough content in conjunction with visual representation of control utilization during playback of a video game.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2014
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Inventors: Robert Hain, Svetlana Astakhova, Maxim Gutchenko
  • Patent number: 8224978
    Abstract: Two participants may observe periodic data sources available only in the vicinity of physical trust (i.e. a wifi beacon). If an initial test of whether each participant has received the same key is passed, each party may hash the periodic source and communicate it to the other over a non-proximal communication channel (an IP network) and both are able to verify that the other (or agent of the other) is within the same vicinity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2012
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel Driscoll, Robert Hain
  • Publication number: 20100287288
    Abstract: Two participants may observe periodic data sources available only in the vicinity of physical trust (i.e. a wifi beacon). If an initial test of whether each participant has received the same key is passed, each party may hash the periodic source and communicate it to the other over a non-proximal communication channel (an IP network) and both are able to verify that the other (or agent of the other) is within the same vicinity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2009
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATION
    Inventors: Daniel Driscoll, Robert Hain