Patents by Inventor William Benjamin Robertson
William Benjamin Robertson 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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Publication number: 20240098449Abstract: A wireless proximity detection system employs short-range wireless communication to detect the proximity of a user device within a strictly defined wireless zone and as a result trigger a desired action. The proximity detection system may utilize one or more leaky feeders to define the wireless zone and the associated received signal strength(s) detected by the user's wireless device. Alternatively, a compact planar antenna structure coupled with a highly shielded radio transceiver is used to allow a similar precise low-power radio beam to be emitted defining a small location to enable identification of a wireless device such as a smartphone in a given area in front of the device. The planar antenna structure allows a compact and low-cost fabrication method and the use of common printed circuit fabrication methods provide an integrated solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2023Publication date: March 21, 2024Applicant: Simpello LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Roger Mabillard, Jean-Samuel Chenard, Xavier Bernard, Craig A. Stoller
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Publication number: 20230409752Abstract: A just in time personal information sharing system employs short-range wireless communication to detect the presence of a user and identify them prior to sharing the user's information. The user stores personally identifying information within their user device and controls which parties it may be shared with. Subsequently when a user is detected within a location using a wireless terminal, the user's presence is verified using a biometric profile, and if confirmed, then the user's personally identifying information is shared with the other transacting party for temporary use in completing a desired transaction. In this manner, no transacting party is required to maintain user information, and in addition, a user controls their own information and its sharing without the need for arduous user input to facilitate the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2023Publication date: December 21, 2023Applicant: Simpello LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Aamar Qureshi
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Patent number: 11843988Abstract: A wireless proximity detection system employs short-range wireless communication to detect the proximity of a user device within a strictly defined wireless zone and as a result trigger a desired action. The proximity detection system may utilize one or more leaky feeders to define the wireless zone and the associated received signal strength(s) detected by the user's wireless device. Alternatively, a compact planar antenna structure coupled with a highly shielded radio transceiver is used to allow a similar precise low-power radio beam to be emitted defining a small location to enable identification of a wireless device such as a smartphone in a given area in front of the device. The planar antenna structure allows a compact and low-cost fabrication method and the use of common printed circuit fabrication methods provide an integrated solution.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2020Date of Patent: December 12, 2023Assignee: Simpello LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Roger Mabillard, Jean-Samuel Chenard, Xavier Bernard, Craig A. Stoller
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Publication number: 20230334495Abstract: A wireless device system employs short-range wireless communication to require the local biometric authentication of a user prior to completing a desired transaction. In order to achieve this authentication, a mobile device connects to a local terminal and provides, along with the identifying information, a confirmed biometric profile of the user. At the time the transaction is to be completed, the terminal, which is equipped with a biometric sensor such as a camera, seeks to confirm that the user in the defined zone seeking to make the transaction matches the biometric profile submitted by the user's device. In this manner, the biometric verification is performed entirely by the terminal, independent of the user's phone, and without the need to connect to a centralized (and thus remote) server.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2023Publication date: October 19, 2023Applicant: Simpello LLCInventor: William Benjamin Robertson
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Patent number: 11704955Abstract: A wireless device system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a defined area prior to communicating a request or notification to the wireless user device. The system authenticates a request and the proximity of the user to or within the defined area prior to transmitting a command, request, or notification to the user or a third party. Additionally, the system uses an access node configured to shape the radiation pattern of short-range wireless communications to better determine the position of a user proximate in or around a defined area.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2020Date of Patent: July 18, 2023Assignee: Simpello LLCInventor: William Benjamin Robertson
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Publication number: 20230153818Abstract: A wireless proximity detection system employs short-range wireless communication implementing circular polarization to detect the proximity of a user device within a strictly defined wireless zone, regardless of its orientation and location on the user, and as a result trigger a desired action. The proximity detection system may utilize one or more patch antennas to define the wireless zone and the associated received signal strength(s) detected by the user's wireless device, as well as a distance-measuring device. A beacon may be utilized to prepare the user's mobile phone for detection as well as other antennas for coordination with the primary short-range antenna. The novel antenna structure allows a compact and low-cost fabrication method and the use of common printed circuit fabrication methods provide an integrated solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2023Publication date: May 18, 2023Applicant: Simpello LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Jean-Samuel Chenard, Roger Mabillard
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Publication number: 20200413216Abstract: A wireless proximity detection system employs short-range wireless communication to detect the proximity of a user device within a strictly defined wireless zone and as a result trigger a desired action. The proximity detection system may utilize one or more leaky feeders to define the wireless zone and the associated received signal strength(s) detected by the user's wireless device. Alternatively, a compact planar antenna structure coupled with a highly shielded radio transceiver is used to allow a similar precise low-power radio beam to be emitted defining a small location to enable identification of a wireless device such as a smartphone in a given area in front of the device. The planar antenna structure allows a compact and low-cost fabrication method and the use of common printed circuit fabrication methods provide an integrated solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2020Publication date: December 31, 2020Applicant: Simpello LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Roger Mabillard, Jean-Samuel Chenard, Xavier Bernard, Craig A. Stoller
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Publication number: 20200410799Abstract: A wireless device system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a defined area prior to communicating a request or notification to the wireless user device. The system authenticates a request and the proximity of the user to or within the defined area prior to transmitting a command, request, or notification to the user or a third party. Additionally, the system uses an access node configured to shape the radiation pattern of short-range wireless communications to better determine the position of a user proximate in or around a defined area.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2020Publication date: December 31, 2020Applicant: Simpello LLCInventor: William Benjamin Robertson
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Patent number: 10818119Abstract: A wireless device system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a defined area prior to communicating a request or notification to the wireless user device. The system authenticates a request and the proximity of the user to or within the defined area prior to transmitting a command, request, or notification to the user or a third party. Additionally, the system uses an access node configured to shape the radiation pattern of short-range wireless communications to better determine the position of a user proximate in or around a defined area.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2017Date of Patent: October 27, 2020Assignee: Yikes LLCInventor: William Benjamin Robertson
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Patent number: 10085135Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a restricted area prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the restricted area prior to transmitting an unlock command to an access governor. Additionally, the access system uses an access node configured to shape the radiation pattern of short-range wireless communications to better determine the position of a user proximate to an access governor.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2016Date of Patent: September 25, 2018Assignee: Yikes LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Jenna Lopez
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Publication number: 20180033226Abstract: A wireless device system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a defined area prior to communicating a request or notification to the wireless user device. The system authenticates a request and the proximity of the user to or within the defined area prior to transmitting a command, request, or notification to the user or a third party. Additionally, the system uses an access node configured to shape the radiation pattern of short-range wireless communications to better determine the position of a user proximate in or around a defined area.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2017Publication date: February 1, 2018Inventor: William Benjamin Robertson
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Patent number: 9558604Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a restricted area prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the restricted area prior to transmitting an unlock command to an access governor. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the restricted area blocking any unlock command.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2016Date of Patent: January 31, 2017Inventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Robert A Keck
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Patent number: 9501884Abstract: A wireless device access system that employs directional antennas for short-range wireless communication to detect the proximity and orientation of a user device with respect to a structure is disclosed. The access system receives and authenticates an unlock request and confirms the proximity and orientation of the user device prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. This authentication may occur through the use of substantially opposing directional antennas separated by a ground plane. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2015Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Assignee: Yikes, LLCInventors: Jim E. McIntyre, Andrew Joseph Robertson, William Benjamin Robertson
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Publication number: 20160300413Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a restricted area prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the restricted area prior to transmitting an unlock command to an access governor. Additionally, the access system uses an access node configured to shape the radiation pattern of short-range wireless communications to better determine the position of a user proximate to an access governor.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2016Publication date: October 13, 2016Inventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Jenna Lopez
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Publication number: 20160210799Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a restricted area prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the restricted area prior to transmitting an unlock command to an access governor. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the restricted area blocking any unlock command.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2016Publication date: July 21, 2016Inventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Robert A. Keck
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Patent number: 9367975Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a restricted area prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the restricted area prior to transmitting an unlock command to an access governor. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the restricted area blocking any unlock command.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2015Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Inventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Bob P Keck
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Patent number: 9361741Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a structure prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the structure prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2015Date of Patent: June 7, 2016Assignee: Yikes LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Robert P. Barden
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Patent number: 9336635Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a structure prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the structure prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2015Date of Patent: May 10, 2016Assignee: Yikes LLCInventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Andrew Joseph Robertson
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Publication number: 20160035162Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a structure prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the structure prior to transmitting an unlock command to the structure. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the structure blocking any unlock command.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2015Publication date: February 4, 2016Inventors: WILLIAM BENJAMIN ROBERTSON, Robert P. Barden
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Publication number: 20150279130Abstract: A wireless device access system employs short-range wireless communication to require the proximity of a user device to a restricted area prior to communicating an unlock request. The access system authenticates the unlock request and the proximity of the user to the restricted area prior to transmitting an unlock command to an access governor. Additionally, the wireless device may require the proximity of a user token prior to operation and/or the access system may include an override within the restricted area blocking any unlock command.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2015Publication date: October 1, 2015Inventors: William Benjamin Robertson, Bob P. Keck