Patents Assigned to AS America, Inc.
  • System and method of determining real-time location
    Patent number: 11991589
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for determining location information of a vehicle keyfob relative to an object. The system and method may include communicating with a primary device (e.g., a smartphone) having primary device authentication information with respect to the object, and receiving parameter information, such as keyfob authentication information, from the primary device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignees: DENSO International America, Inc., DENSO CORPORATION
    Inventor: Eric J. Smith
  • Parking seeker detection system and method for updating parking spot database using same
    Patent number: 11989796
    Abstract: A parking seeker detection system and method for updating an availability of one or more parking spots of a parking spot database is provided. The method includes determining whether a target vehicle is a registered member vehicle, and in response to determining that the target vehicle is not a registered member vehicle, identifying a target parking spot in which the target vehicle is intending to park and updating an availability of a parking spot of a parking spot database corresponding to the target parking spot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Takamasa Higuchi, Kentaro Oguchi
  • Heater core and method for servicing a heater core
    Patent number: 11987094
    Abstract: A method for servicing a heater core installed in a heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) assembly for a motor vehicle includes removing a sealing attachment from an interfacing connection interfacing with the heater core. The method includes sliding the heater core in a direction of insertion. The method includes disconnecting, from the heater core, the interfacing connection. The method includes removing the heater core in a direction of extraction, the direction of extraction being orthogonal to the direction of insertion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: Valeo North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory Rademacher, Jason Kreucher, Heather Hartman
  • Drive system controls architecture for OEM interface and services
    Patent number: 11987257
    Abstract: Systems and methods provide a drive system control architecture that comprises a seamless interface between original equipment manufacturer (OEM) vehicle systems or components (e.g., accelerator pedal, brake pedal, accessory components, etc.) and third-party (or non-OEM) vehicle systems or components (e.g., motor/generator (MG) and inverter systems, fuel cell and battery systems, transmission, etc.). A universal interface implemented in a vehicle may receive a request for a specified amount of torque from one or more components of a first set of vehicle components, and may determine a balance between one or more components of a second set of vehicle components for delivering the specified amount of torque. The universal interface may then instruct the one or more components of the second set of vehicle components to deliver a commensurate portion of the specified amount of torque.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Laura E. Bower, Arlo C. Eitzer, Daniel K. Lim, Jonathan J. Sander, Christopher M. Bulpitt, Luke A. Rippelmeyer
  • Phase demodulation using pulse signal
    Patent number: 11991027
    Abstract: Systems and methods for phase demodulation is described. A wireless power transmitter can include a controller, a transmission coil, and an integrated circuit connected to the controller and the transmission coil. The integrated circuit can be configured to measure a voltage of a transmission coil of a wireless power transmitter. The integrated circuit can be further configured to generate, based on the measured voltage, a pulse signal comprising a plurality of pulses. The integrated circuit can be further configured to send the pulse signal to the controller of the wireless power transmitter. The controller can be configured to perform phase demodulation using the pulse signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: Renesas Electronics America Inc.
    Inventors: Gustavo James Mehas, Giovanni Figliozzi, Xintian Shi, Francesco Santoro
  • NETWORK INTRUSION DETECTION IN A LARGE-SCALE AUTHENICATION SCENARIO
    Publication number: 20240163275
    Abstract: Past login activity is used to train a machine learning model and pre-compute network intrusion risk profiles. Subsequent login attempts can be evaluated with the pre-computed network intrusion risk profiles. If the profile shows sufficient intrusion risk, actions can be taken to avoid intrusion, such as requiring further authentication steps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: SAP America, Inc.
    Inventors: Nick Pendar, Vahid Bisadi, Sanjeev Chakavarty
  • RASPBERRY PLANT NAMED 'HFG 1359'
    Publication number: 20240164226
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of primocane-fruiting raspberry named ‘HFG 1359’. The new variety reliably provides balanced, heavy crop load on both primocanes and floricanes, with large, broad conic, firm, semi-matte, pinkish-red colored berries suited for the fresh market. Plants possess high vigor and produce high numbers of spawn.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: Hortifrut North America, Inc.
    Inventor: Ellen Thompson
  • METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IMPLEMENTING FULL WAVEFORM INVERSION USING ANGLE GATHERS
    Publication number: 20240159930
    Abstract: A method for implementing a full waveform inversion (FWI) process using angle gathers includes; receiving observed seismic data associated with a subsurface region and captured by one or more seismic receivers, constructing based on the observed seismic data, a scalar velocity model and one or more vector velocity model partitions, where the one or more vector velocity model partitions correspond to one or more unique seismic angles. The method further includes determining one or more vector gradients using the scalar velocity model and the observed seismic data, and updating the one or more vector velocity model partitions using the one or more vector gradients.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2023
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: BP Corporation North America Inc.
    Inventor: Hu JIN
  • Hybrid Faucet Assembly
    Publication number: 20240159032
    Abstract: A hybrid faucet assembly configured to operate in a touchless, hands-free automatic mode and a manual mode comprises a faucet body; a faucet spout; a first manual flow control valve connected to a cold water source; a second manual flow control valve connected to a hot water source; an electromechanical valve connected to a cold water source or to both a cold water source and a hot water source; a controller; and an activator device. The hybrid faucet assembly may comprise an override mechanism to disable an automatic mode during operation of a manual mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: AS America, Inc.
    Inventors: Walter Pitsch, Xiaojing Ye, Weijian Zhang
  • REAL-TIME MODIFICATION FROM VEHICLE OPERATIONS
    Publication number: 20240157951
    Abstract: An example operation includes one or more of enabling a software portion of a vehicle, based on an operation of the vehicle and enabling another software portion of the vehicle, based on a further operation of the vehicle. The software portion and the other software portion alter the operation of the vehicle in response to the other software portion being operated for an amount of time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicants: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC., TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
    Inventors: Roger Akira Kyle, Bryan Else Yamasaki, Timothy Wang
  • CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES PRIVACY AND PROTECTION
    Publication number: 20240163662
    Abstract: An example operation includes one or more of receiving a request into a transport network comprising at least one transport for a proposed use of personal data associated with the at least one transport prior to the at least one transport entering an area; receiving into the transport network a deletion time of the personal data, prior to the at least one transport entering the area; providing, from the transport network an acknowledgement of the deletion time; and providing, from the transport network, the personal data when the at least one transport is in the area based on the received acknowledgement. This enables an occupant of a transport to share personal data relating to the transport with confidence that the data will be deleted by an agreed time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2024
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Ryan N. Wilson, Edward Allen Cain, JR.
  • SHARED PARKING DETECTION AND OPTIMIZATION
    Publication number: 20240161550
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining parking spaces to rent to the public. The systems and methods can determine a plurality of time bins and receive data on the occupancy of parking spaces for each time bin. A determined number of reserved spaces can be calculated for each time bin. Restrictions associated with the parking space can also be determined. A final number of parking spaces to rent can be determined based on the determined number of reserved spaces and the restrictions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicants: TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC., TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
    Inventors: TAKAMASA HIGUCHI, Kentaro Oguchi
  • METHODS OF FACILITATING REMOVAL OF A FINGERPRINT
    Publication number: 20240158722
    Abstract: Bioactive coatings that include a base and a protein associated with the base for actively promoting the removal of organic stains are provided. In aspects, bioactive coatings that are stabilized against inactivation by weathering are provided including a base associated with a chemically modified enzyme, and, optionally a first polyoxyethylene present in the base and independent of the enzyme. The coatings are optionally overlayered onto a substrate to form an active coating facilitating the removal of organic stains or organic material from food, insects, or the environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2023
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicants: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc., Toyota Motor Corporation, Regents of the University of Minnesota
    Inventors: Andreas Buthe, Ping Wang, Songtao Wu, Hongfei Jia, Masahiko Ishii, Minjuan Zhang
  • VEHICLE SHUTDOWN BASED ON A DANGEROUS SITUATION
    Publication number: 20240157760
    Abstract: An example operation includes detecting a vehicle is running inside an enclosed area; starting a timer when a person exits the vehicle and the enclosed area; and responsive to an expiration of the timer, ceasing the running of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: TOYOTA CONNECTED NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventor: Moez Padani
  • COLLAPSING TOW HOOK ASSEMBLIES AND VEHICLES INCLUDING SAME
    Publication number: 20240157741
    Abstract: A tow hook assembly including a housing, a receiving member, and a pin. The housing includes a side wall defining an asymmetric opening having a cam surface and an end wall. The pin is rotatably couples the receiving member to the housing between an extended position and a rotated position. The pin includes an extended portion received within the asymmetric opening of the housing. In the extended position, the extended portion abuts against the end wall to inhibit rotation of the receiving member with respect to the housing in a first direction. Upon an application of a force exceeding a predetermined threshold, the extended portion abuts and deforms against the cam surface to permit rotation of the receiving member in a second direction opposite the first direction to rotate the receiving member from the extended position towards the rotated position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicants: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing Noth America, Inc., Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventor: Jeremiah T. Hammer
  • FUSED DIHYDRO-4H-PYRAZOLO[5,1-C][1,4]OXAZINYL COMPOUNDS AND ANALOGS FOR TREATING CNS DISORDERS
    Publication number: 20240158416
    Abstract: Disclosed are fused dihydro-4H-pyrazolo[5,1-C][1,4]oxazinyl compounds and analog compounds, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; compositions thereof; and methods of use thereof. These compounds are useful for treating a variety of neurological and psychiatric disorders, such as those described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2022
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Applicant: Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
    Inventors: Milan CHYTIL, Michele HEFFERNAN, Linghong XIE
  • Light bar assembly for a vehicle
    Patent number: 11981252
    Abstract: A light bar assembly for a vehicle. The light bar assembly including a light bar and a first bracket assembly. The light bar configured to receive a light source. The first bracket assembly including a first light bar receiving portion and a first rocker attachment portion. The first light bar receiving portion being configured to receive a first portion of the light bar. The first rocker attachment portion being configured to receive a first portion of a vehicle rocker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: Nissan North America, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Weber, Dale Butterworth
  • Vehicle light with dual projection film
    Patent number: 11981253
    Abstract: A vehicle light module, a headlight assembly, and a method for communicating information at a panel having transparent and opaque states; a projector device projects visual representations toward the panel where visual representations are displayed on the panel when in an opaque state and through the panel when in a transparent state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: Valeo North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Shivi Singh, John Orisich
  • Systems, methods, and apparatuses for loading, shifting, and staging objects in automated or semi-automated fashion
    Patent number: 11981244
    Abstract: Loading, shifting, and staging objects in automated or semi-automated fashion including systems, methods, and apparatuses for the same. The embodiments hereof enable automated and/or semi-automated loading, shifting, organizing, staging, and accessing of objects in different environments, e.g., those associated with a logistics network operation. For example, one such environment is a vehicle. In one aspect, a loading mechanism is used to load objects into a storage space of the vehicle. In another aspect, a shifting mechanism is used to shift objects in a storage space of the vehicle. In another aspect, a door assembly allows for automated opening and closing of a door into a storage space of a vehicle. In addition, methods of manufacturing and using the same are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.
    Inventors: Julio Gil, Mallory Freeman
  • Imitation marble slab
    Patent number: D1027225
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: LX HAUSYS AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Taewoo Kim, Hyunjin Han