Patents by Inventor Roger Shuma

Roger Shuma 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).

  • Communication module having power supply requirement identification
    Patent number: 6651178
    Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2003
    Assignee: 3Com Corporation
    Inventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
  • Intelligent power supply control for electronic systems requiring multiple voltages
    Patent number: 6448672
    Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Assignee: 3Com Corporation
    Inventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma
  • Intelligent power supply control for electronic systems requiring multiple voltages
    Patent number: 6396169
    Abstract: A system and method for developing a cost efficient electronic power supply system that handles a range of supported electronic circuits is provided. The electronic power supply system adaptively configures the power applied to electronic circuits. Thereby, eliminating redesign of a power supply system when a newly developed or different electronic circuit is implemented. When an electronic circuit is attached to the electronic power supply, a controller confirms electronic circuit presence and queries for electronic circuit power on requirements. As more electronic circuits are added, the controller examines each electronic circuit power on requirements and determines if a power conflict is present. If a conflict exists, the controller will not supply power to the electronic circuits until the conflict is resolved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2002
    Assignee: 3Com Corporation
    Inventors: Derick Voegeli, Michael Cranston, Gregory Glasshof, Scot Salzman, Roger Shuma