Patents by Inventor William J. Bond

William J. Bond 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: 20240155365
    Abstract: A wireless testing system is provided that tests Wi-Fi signal strength of devices of a local network to determine distribution of network devices within the local network. In particular, one or more Wi-Fi-based devices may be located within or near a premises in which a wireless network is present. The devices are configured to automatically connect to a particular test broadcast signal from a modem and provide signal strength data. An application may log into or otherwise access the information obtained by the modem concerning the Wi-Fi signal strength of the wireless devices. The application may analyze the Wi-Fi signal strength information and may execute a recommendation engine to provide one or more recommendations/directions for installing components of the wireless network, such as wireless devices, modems, etc. to improve the coverage of the wireless network and provide a more robust wireless experience for devices within the wireless network.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2024
    Publication date: May 9, 2024
    Applicant: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: William J. Keaton, Brian E. Bond, David J. Moore, Kevin W. Lu
  • Patent number: 5120138
    Abstract: A bag and liner, wherein the bag is maintained open by an attached elastic band. Preferably, the elastic is placed on either side of at least one gusset fold(s) in an untensioned state, so as to bridge the gusset. When the bag top is folded over a container rim, the elastic is stretched on the outside of the container. This placement permits the bag to be folded flat while providing a means to keep the bag open during use. The elastic is useful as a closure after use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 9, 1992
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Roland R. Midgley, Keith E. Moe, Bradley W. Eaton, William J. Bond