Patents by Inventor Robert Shaw

Robert Shaw 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: 20230053644
    Abstract: Data is received characterizing an impact function, a first plurality of inputs to the impact function, and a plurality of weights associated with the first plurality of inputs. A first coefficient characterizing an interaction between a first input and a second input of the plurality of inputs is calculated based on a first set of weights of the plurality of weights. The first set of weights are indicative of interaction between the first input and the second input. A graphical object including a plurality of regions is displayed in a graphical user interface (GUI). A first region and a second region of the plurality of regions are indicative of the first input and the second input, respectively. A second graphical object connecting the first region to the second region is displayed in the GUI. Related apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Publication date: February 23, 2023
    Inventors: Arijit Sengupta, Joseph Veltkamp, Richard Cooke, Robert Shaw, Jonathan Wray, John Delaney
  • Publication number: 20230050229
    Abstract: Disclosed is a motor or generator comprises a rotor and a stator, wherein the rotor has an axis of rotation and is configured to generate first magnetic flux parallel to the axis of rotation, the stator is configured to generate second magnetic flux parallel to the axis of rotation, and at least one of the rotor or the stator is configured to generate a magnetic flux profile that is non-uniformly distributed about the axis of rotation. Also disclosed is a method that involves arranging one or more magnetic flux producing windings of a stator non-uniformly about an axis of rotation of a rotor of an axial flux motor or generator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2022
    Publication date: February 16, 2023
    Inventors: Steven Robert Shaw, George Harder Milheim
  • Publication number: 20230036536
    Abstract: A dielectric substrate may support conductive traces that form windings for a least one pole of a planar armature of an axial flux machine. At least a portion of the dielectric substrate, which is adapted to be positioned within an annular active area of the axial flux machine, may include a soft magnetic material. Such a planar armature may be produced, for example, by forming the conductive traces on the dielectric substrate, and filling interstitial gaps between the conductive traces with at least one epoxy material in which the soft magnetic material is embedded.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2022
    Publication date: February 2, 2023
    Inventors: George Harder Milheim, Steven Robert Shaw, Ryan Terrence Duffy, Edward Charles Carignan
  • Publication number: 20230029011
    Abstract: A first set of nodes indicative of a multi-step analytical process including a plurality of analytical tasks is provided in a first graphical user interface (GUI). A first node of the first set of nodes is indicative of a first analytical task of the multi-step analytical process. A spatial arrangement of the first set of nodes in the GUI is indicative of a temporal order associated with the plurality of analytical tasks in the multi-step analytical process. Data characterizing a first input from a first user indicative of a request for assistance with the first analytical task is received. A second user with a second GUI including the spatial arrangement of the first set of nodes is provided. Data characterizing a second input indicative of interaction of a second user with the first analytical task via the first node is received. Related apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Publication date: January 26, 2023
    Inventors: Arijit Sengupta, Joseph Veltkamp, Richard Cooke, Robert Shaw, Jonathan Wray, John Delaney
  • Publication number: 20230021917
    Abstract: A first node having a first location in the first GUI and indicative of a first analytical task is provided in a first graphical user interface (GUI). A multi-step analytical process includes the first analytical task. Data is received characterizing a first user input indicative of selection of the first node. A first set of nodes is displayed in the first GUI. The first set of nodes are adjacent to the first node and are associated with a next step of the multi-step analytical process. The multi-step analytical process includes at least one of importing a dataset, building a model using the dataset, and/or deploying the model to operate on live data. Related apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Publication date: January 26, 2023
    Inventors: Arijit Sengupta, Joseph Veltkamp, Richard Cooke, Robert Shaw, Jonathan Wray, John Delaney
  • Patent number: 11560917
    Abstract: Arrangements for mounting pool fittings and methods for mounting pool fittings, for example, return fittings, to pool walls are provided. The arrangements and methods facilitate the installation and maintenance of pool fittings by preventing the undesirable rotation of the fitting during installation or maintenance. Aspects of the invention are characterized by mounting plates having one or more projections or recesses that engage one or more projections or recesses on the pool fitting to restrict rotation of the fitting. Mounting plates having one or more restricting projections or recesses are also disclosed. Aspects of the invention are not limited to return fittings, but can be adapted for use with any structure mounted to a pool wall, for example, to an insulated pool wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: Latham Pool Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Collin J. Sirco, Stephen E. Deeb, Kyle Robert-Shaw Tice
  • Patent number: 11547668
    Abstract: Combining viral vector with surfactant preserves vector infectivity, and surfactant provided an unexpected benefit by protecting viral vector from damage due to transient elevated temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2023
    Assignee: Trizell Ltd.
    Inventors: Minna Hassinen, Robert Shaw, Nigel Parker
  • Patent number: 11543126
    Abstract: A method of calibrating a furnace includes determining a first flame stabilization period for the furnace that avoids detachment of a flame from a burner within a burner box of the furnace, determining a second flame stabilization period that is longer than the first flame stabilization period and avoids emission of a combustion tone from the furnace, and configuring a controller of the same or another furnace to utilize a flame stabilization period that has a duration between the first and second flame stabilization periods. Each flame stabilization period commences upon ignition of a premixed mixture of air and fuel at the burner while an inducer fan operates within a first range of fan speeds, and terminates when the rotational speed of the inducer fan increases to a second range speeds that is greater than the entire first range.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2023
    Assignee: Carrier Corporation
    Inventor: Robert Shaw
  • Patent number: 11527933
    Abstract: Disclosed is a motor or generator comprises a rotor and a stator, wherein the rotor has an axis of rotation and is configured to generate first magnetic flux parallel to the axis of rotation, the stator is configured to generate second magnetic flux parallel to the axis of rotation, and at least one of the rotor or the stator is configured to generate a magnetic flux profile that is non-uniformly distributed about the axis of rotation. Also disclosed is a method that involves arranging one or more magnetic flux producing windings of a stator non-uniformly about an axis of rotation of a rotor of an axial flux motor or generator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2022
    Assignee: E-Circuit Motors, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Robert Shaw, George Harder Milheim
  • Publication number: 20220373315
    Abstract: An alignment apparatus suited for aligning structural members, such as, but not limited to pipes, structural beams, lumber, or any other suitable member. The alignment apparatus comprises a mounting base, an alignment receiver, and a fastening element. The mounting base comprises a first mounting body, a mounting cavity, and a second mounting body. The alignment receiver comprises a first receiver panel, an alignment cavity, a fastening aperture, and a second receiver panel. The mounting base is perpendicularly connected adjacent to the alignment receiver. The first receiver panel and the second receiver panel are vertically connected adjacent to the mounting base. The alignment cavity is positioned between the first receiver panel and the second receiver panel. The fastening aperture traverses through the first receiver panel. The fastening element is selectively connected along the fastening aperture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2022
    Publication date: November 24, 2022
    Inventor: Robert Shaw
  • Patent number: 11482878
    Abstract: This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for an energy storage system. In one aspect, the energy storage system includes a controller configured to connect a first capacitor system and a second capacitor system in series with an output of a battery system during a high current demand event such that the voltage of the output of the battery system is supported within the voltage constraints of the output of that battery system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: UCAP Power, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Shaw Lynds
  • Patent number: 11460189
    Abstract: A collar configured to couple a burner to a partition plate is provided including a body having a diameter configured to couple to a diameter of the burner. A flange extends outwardly from the body. The collar is formed from a heat resistance material such that heat transfer between the burner and the partition plate is limited.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2022
    Assignee: CARRIER CORPORATION
    Inventors: Robert Shaw, Duane D. Garloch, Nicholas Kamm
  • Patent number: 11446249
    Abstract: Combining viral vector with surfactant preserves vector infectivity, and surfactant provided an unexpected benefit by protecting viral vector from damage due to transient elevated temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: Trizell Ltd.
    Inventors: Minna Hassinen, Robert Shaw, Nigel Parker
  • Publication number: 20220263388
    Abstract: In some embodiments, two or more different types of stator structures may be disposed within a gap of an axial flux machine. Such arrangements may be advantageous, for example, for producing a machine optimized for multiple modes of operation, such as mechanical torque generation, conversion of mechanical torque to electrical power, and/or dissipation of mechanical power.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2022
    Publication date: August 18, 2022
    Inventors: Steven Robert Shaw, George Harder Milheim
  • Patent number: 11336130
    Abstract: A planar stator includes conductive traces forming windings for poles, and at least first and second conductive vias extending between first and second conductive layers, the first and second conductive vias being positioned to be located radially on a first side of an annular conductive region of an axial flux machine. The conductive traces include a first conductive trace in the first conductive layer and a second conductive trace in the second conductive layer. The first conductive trace includes a first end turn positioned to be located radially on a second side of the annular active region, the second side being opposite the first side. The second conductive trace includes a second end turn positioned to be located radially on the first side of the annular active region. The first conductive trace extends along a first path that begins at the first conductive via, passes through the first end turn, and ends at the second conductive via.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: E-Circuit Motors, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Robert Shaw, George Harder Milheim
  • Patent number: 11311487
    Abstract: Combining viral vector with surfactant preserves vector infectivity, and surfactant provided an unexpected benefit by protecting viral vector from damage due to transient elevated temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2022
    Assignee: Trizell Ltd.
    Inventors: Minna Hassinen, Robert Shaw, Nigel Parker
  • Patent number: 11287128
    Abstract: A gas manifold assembly for delivering fuel from a fuel source to a burner assembly includes a gas manifold tube configured to deliver fuel from the fuel source and a stub tube mounted to and arranged in fluid communication with the burner assembly. An end of the gas manifold tube is connectable to the stub tube to form a slip joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Assignee: Carrier Corporation
    Inventor: Robert Shaw
  • Publication number: 20220081696
    Abstract: A process for assaying viral vector manufactured by large-scale viral vector manufacturing processes to assure the resulting vector has acceptable purity and potency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2021
    Publication date: March 17, 2022
    Inventors: Nigel Parker, Hanna P. Lesch, Jenni Mykkanen, Sara Paulo, Minna Hassinen, Robert Shaw
  • Publication number: 20210270460
    Abstract: A burner assembly includes a burner box that defines an enclosure that has a burner plate opening. A mixing tube is in fluid communication with the burner box through a mixing tube opening that extends through the burner box. A baffle creates an enclosure that at least partially separates the mixing tube opening from the burner plate opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2019
    Publication date: September 2, 2021
    Inventor: Robert Shaw
  • Patent number: D938067
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: Trojan Leisure Products, LLC
    Inventors: Collin J. Sirco, Stephen E. Deeb, Kyle Robert-Shaw Tice