Patents Assigned to LLC
  • Processes for producing Z-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobut-2-ene and intermediates for producing same
    Patent number: 11912639
    Abstract: Processes for producing Z-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobut-2-ene and intermediates for producing same. A process for producing 2-chloro-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobutane comprises contacting 1,1,2,4,4-pentachlorobuta-1,3-diene with HF in the liquid phase in the presence of a fluorination catalyst. A process for producing 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobutane comprises contacting 2-chloro-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobutane with a chlorine source. A process for producing 1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluoro-2-butyne comprises contacting 2,2-dichloro-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobutane with a base. A process for producing Z-1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluorobut-2-ene comprises contacting 1,1,1,4,4,4-hexafluoro-2-butyne with hydrogen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: THE CHEMOURS COMPANY FC, LLC
    Inventors: Sheng Peng, Allen Capron Sievert
  • Software systems and methods for multiple TALP family enhancement and management
    Patent number: 11914979
    Abstract: Software systems and methods convert algorithms and software codes into time affecting linear pathways (TALPs) via decomposition and convert paired Input/Output (I/O) datasets into TALPs via Value Complexity polynomials. Generated TALPs can be enhanced through merging with other TALPs. TALPs can be grouped by matching the outputs of the TALP-associated prediction polynomials with some set of given criteria into families and cross-families that are useful in a new type of software optimization that allows for output values of grouped TALPs to be modeled, pooled, discretized and optimized to enhance goals or meet user goals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: C Squared IP Holdings LLC
    Inventors: Scott Andrew Smith, Christopher Graham Smith, Kevin David Howard
  • Context model reduction for transform coefficients entropy coding
    Patent number: 11917209
    Abstract: A method of video decoding in a decoder is provided. A first template magnitude of a first transform coefficient in a specific frequency region of the transform block is determined. The first template magnitude is a first single value representing magnitudes of a first local template of the first transform coefficient. A first context model is identified for coding the syntax element of the first transform coefficient, the first context model being shared with at least a second transform coefficient in the specific frequency region of the transform block, a second template magnitude of the second transform coefficient having a second single value that belongs to a first subinterval. A first bin of the syntax element of the first transform coefficient and a second bin of the syntax element of the second transform coefficient is determined, from the coded bits, based on the first context model.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: TENCENT AMERICA LLC
    Inventors: Xiang Li, Shan Liu, Xin Zhao
  • Laser absorptivity measurement device
    Patent number: 11913830
    Abstract: A laser absorptivity measurement device uses a linearly polarized incident beam, an optical configuration comprising an internal polarizing beamsplitter that transmits the linearly polarized incident beam and a quarter-wave plate that converts linearly polarized incident beam into a circularly polarized incident beam that is reflected off a processing substrate. The quarter-wave plate and polarizing beamsplitter can then direct the reflected light back into an integrating volume, where the power of the reflected light can be measured by a photodetector. The laser absorptivity measurement device is capable of making real-time absorption efficiency measurements of a variety of laser-based processes, including laser welding and brazing, additive manufacturing, and laser marking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: National Technology & Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel Tung, Randal L Schmitt
  • Processing user selectable product images and facilitating visualization-assisted virtual dressing
    Patent number: 11915352
    Abstract: A technique for combining first and second images respectively depicting first and second subject matter to facilitate virtual presentation. The first image is processed to identify portions or regions of the first subject matter and determine an estimated depth location of each portion or region. A composite image is generated that depicts the second subject matter overlayed, inserted or otherwise combined with the first subject matter. One or more of the portions or regions of the first subject matter are added, removed, enhanced or modified in the composite image in order to generate a realistic appearance of the first subject matter combined with the second subject matter. The composite image is caused to be displayed as a virtual presentation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: WALMART APOLLO, LLC
    Inventors: Alon Kristal, Nir Appleboim, Yael Wiesel, Israel Harry Zimmerman
  • Fluid purification device
    Patent number: 11911720
    Abstract: A device and system for purifying a fluid is provided. The system includes a tank having an interior space and a media container disposed within the interior space. A valve is provided that cooperates with an element within the interior, the valve being movable between an open and a closed position. The valve being biased to the open position when the element is not positioned within the interior space, wherein the interior space is fluidly coupled to the atmosphere in the open position. The valve further being configured to move to a closed position when the element is positioned within the interior space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Unger Marketing International, LLC
    Inventors: Paul H. Adams, Stephen P. Huda, James M. Buckley, John Anthony Triunfo, Joseph K. Patterson, Michael T. La Tulippe, Robert Camp, Robert F. Smith
  • Methods for assessing risk of developing a viral disease using a genetic test
    Patent number: 11913073
    Abstract: This document provides methods and materials related to treating a disease. For example, this document provides methods for treating a subject's disease based on identifying the risk of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy PML using a genetic test.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignees: PML Screening, LLC, The Université Paris-Saclay, The Assistance Publique—Hôpitaux de Paris (APHP), The Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale (INSERM)
    Inventors: Eli Hatchwell, Peggy S. Eis, Edward B. Smith, III, Yassine Taoufik
  • Method and system for lowering vehicle emissions using active pre-chamber ignition
    Patent number: 11913394
    Abstract: Methods and systems are presented for improving operation of an engine that includes an evaporative emissions system. In one example, the methods and systems adjust an amount of fuel that is delivered to a pre-chamber of an igniter in response to purging fuel vapors and/or an indication of hydrocarbon breakthrough of a carbon filled fuel vapor storage canister.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Aed Dudar, Thomas Leone
  • Premises power usage monitoring system
    Patent number: 11916377
    Abstract: A control system (300) allows recognized standard premise electrical outlets, for example NEMA, CEE and BS, among others to be remotely monitored and/or controlled, for example, to intelligently execute blackouts or brownouts or to otherwise remotely control electrical devices. The system (300) includes a number of smart receptacles (302) that communicate with a local controller (304), e.g., via power lines using the TCP/IP protocol. The local controller (304), in turn, communicates with a remote controller (308) via the internet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Zonit Structured Solutions, LLC
    Inventors: Steve Chapel, William Pachoud
  • Associating wireless control devices
    Patent number: 11917513
    Abstract: A load control system may include one or more wireless control devices that may be associated via a programming device. An identifier for a first wireless control device may be determined in response to an actuation of a button on the first wireless control device. An association between the first wireless control device and a second wireless control device may be defined at the programming device. The identifier for the first wireless control device may be transmitted to the second wireless control device, which may cause the first wireless control device to enter a sleep mode. The first wireless control device may enter the sleep mode after an actuation of a button on the first wireless control device. The identifier may be determined in response to the actuation of the button on the first wireless control device and/or prior to the first wireless control device entering the sleep mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Lutron Technology Company LLC
    Inventor: Timothy Mann
  • System and method for plasma-electron sterilization
    Patent number: 11917745
    Abstract: Provided are a system and method for sterilizing one or more medium via plasma exposure. The sterilization may be accomplished by exposing a respective medium to a given electrical field generated by electrodes disposed to target such medium, and through, optionally, further application of a magnetic field having a portion thereof disposed orthogonally to the generated electrical field.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Nonlinear Ion Dynamics, LLC
    Inventor: Alfred Y. Wong
  • System, method and apparatus for processing cartridges en masse
    Patent number: 11912455
    Abstract: A cartridge processing system can have a base to support cartridges on an underlying support surface. The base can include a rack with support holes to support respective ones of the cartridges. In addition, a tray having a tray bottom can be removably placed on tops of the cartridges. A platform with platform holes can be substantially coaxially aligned with respective ones of the support holes. The tray can have a funnel extending from the platform. The funnel can form a perimeter around the platform holes, such that the platform holes can be conduits for product to be placed in the cartridges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Gravitron, LLC
    Inventors: Travis Dodson, Micah Evans
  • Vehicle and method of profiling a trailer and determining vehicle driving range
    Patent number: 11912348
    Abstract: A vehicle is provided that includes a sensor arrangement configured to sense one or more regions proximate to an exterior of the vehicle, and a controller configured to process signals generated by the sensor arrangement and to detect and generate a geometric profile of a trailer in the one or more regions proximate to the exterior of the vehicle, the controller further determining an air resistance of the trailer based on the geometric profile and calculating an expected driving range of the vehicle based on the detected air resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Stuart C. Salter, Darren Palmer, Ryan O'Gorman, Peter Phung, Katherine Howard-Cone
  • Conductor identification
    Patent number: 11916360
    Abstract: Conductor identification may be provided. A first sleeve may be placed around a first conductor and a second sleeve around a second conductor. Next, a first tag may be placed on the first conductor and a second tag on the second conductor. Then, the first conductor and the second conductor may be pulled together through a conduit. The first conductor may slideably move through the first sleeve and the second conductor may slideably move through the second sleeve as the first conductor and the second conductor are pulled together through the conduit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Southwire Company, LLC
    Inventors: Willie Franklin Fowler, Jr., Jeremy Harris, Richard Mike Temblador, Juan Alberto Galindo Gonzalez
  • Virtual mirror with automatic zoom based on vehicle sensors
    Patent number: 11912203
    Abstract: In one approach, a method includes: displaying, to a user of a first vehicle, image data obtained using a first field of view of a camera of the first vehicle, where the camera collects the image data for objects located outside of the first vehicle; detecting, by at least one processing device of the first vehicle, a second vehicle; determining, by the one processing device, whether the second vehicle is within a predetermined region relative to the first vehicle; and in response to determining that the second vehicle is within the predetermined region, displaying image data obtained using a second field of view of the camera.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Lodestar Licensing Group LLC
    Inventor: Gil Golov
  • BCMA monoclonal antibody-drug conjugate
    Patent number: 11912782
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed to an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) comprising a monoclonal antibody, or an antigen-binding fragment thereof, directed against B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA) conjugated to a cytotoxin. The disclosure also provides compositions comprising the antibody-drug conjugate and methods of killing multiple myeloma cells (including multiple myeloma stems cells) that express BCMA by contacting multiple myeloma cells with the ADC.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: MedImmune, LLC
    Inventors: Krista Kinneer, Reena Varkey, Xiaodong Xiao, Elaine M. Hurt, David Tice
  • Secure provisioning for wireless local area network technologies
    Patent number: 11917400
    Abstract: Cellular connections can be used to provision non-cellular devices such as internet-of-things (IoT) devices. For example, IoT devices can comprise Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular capabilities. However, the cellular capability can be used to provision the IoT devices using non-internet protocol data delivery to prevent security vulnerabilities. Data can be transmitted to the IoT device using core elements without using an IP stack. Thus, IoT device configurations and the keys can be provisioned over-the-air without the use of internet protocol data.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignees: AT&T INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY I, L.P., AT&T MOBILITY II LLC
    Inventors: Jordan Alexander, Robert Holden, Jeffrey Martin Bartlett
  • Vehicle center display
    Patent number: D1015993
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Kemal Curic, Earl Lucas, Rick Mason
  • Light bulb
    Patent number: D1016341
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: LEOCOLAB LLC
    Inventor: Xiaofeng Li
  • Comb
    Patent number: D1016390
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: SharkNinja Operating LLC
    Inventor: Ramsey Lehman