Patents Assigned to LLC
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Publication number: 20230196217Abstract: A method includes obtaining sensor data from a plurality of sensors disposed at a plurality of routing control locations of an environment, where the sensor data is indicative of a number of a plurality of pallets at the plurality of routing control locations. The method includes calculating a plurality of difference values based on the sensor data, calculating a transient production value based on the sensor data and a transient objective function, and calculating a steady state production value based on the sensor data and a steady state objective function. The method includes generating a state vector based on the plurality of difference values, the transient production value, and the steady state production value, and defining a set of routes for a set of pallets from among the plurality of pallets based on the state vector and a digital twin of the environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Harshal Maske, Devesh Upadhyay, Jim Birley, Dimitar Petrov Filev, Justin Miller, Robert Bennett
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Publication number: 20230192195Abstract: A roof for a vehicle upper body structure includes a body extending between a first side and a second side, and between a front end and a back end. The front end is configured to be coupled to a header. The body includes a polymer and a plurality of fibers. At least a portion of the body has a transparency of greater than 0% to less than or equal to about 20%. A header for a vehicle upper body structure includes an elongated body extending between a first side and a second side, a front end that is configured to be coupled to a windshield, and a back end that is configured to be coupled to a roof. The body includes a polymer and a plurality of fibers. At least a portion of the body has a transparency of greater than 0% to less than or equal to about 20%.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLCInventors: Bradley Allen NEWCOMB, Joung Min CHOI, Julien P. MOUROU
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Publication number: 20230199610Abstract: Techniques and devices for determining a preferred physical layer for communication by a node in a Thread network are described. The node transmits a first IPv6 over Low power Wireless Personal Area Networks, 6LoWPAN, frame to a neighbor node using a first physical layer and transmits the first 6LoWPAN frame to the neighbor node using a second physical layer. The node determines a first preference value for the neighbor node using the first physical layer and determines a second preference value for the neighbor node using the second physical layer. The node compares the first preference value and the second preference value to determine the preferred physical layer for communication and transmits a second 6LoWPAN frame to the neighbor node using the preferred physical layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Google LLCInventors: Jonathan Wing-Yan Hui, Abtin Keshavarzian, Matt Daniel Smith, Yakun Xu
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Publication number: 20230199657Abstract: A method, system, computer readable storage medium, or apparatus provides for or both the use of long extended discontinuous reception (eDRX) and long power saving mode (PSM) without having to wait for the activity timer expiration.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicants: AT &T Intellectual Property I, L. P., AT &T Mobility II LLCInventors: Darwin Parra, Robert Holden, Jeff Bartlett
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Publication number: 20230190351Abstract: A device for bending joint fusion plates to a precise degree of bend, and methods of using same. The bender has three pressure points, two that sit under the plate and one above, and compressing the handle will bend the plate to a desired degree as there is a stop point that can be set by the user for the degree of bend. The bender allows the surgeon to bend the plate prior to surgery, thus avoiding having to bend the plate during the surgery as in current practice. Kits and systems are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: IN-SITU ORTHOPEDICS, LLCInventors: JOSEPH JOHNSTON, PEDRO COSCULLUELA, TRAVIS BRYAN, THOMAS BLACKBURN
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Publication number: 20230194232Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus are provided in a vehicle having a Hitch Articulation Angle (HAA) calculation system for estimating an HAA between the vehicle and a towed trailer. The method includes: receiving a plurality of ultrasonic sensor (USS) range measurements for a first USS on the vehicle while the vehicle is towing the trailer in a forward direction; receiving a plurality of HAA values calculated using geometric equations or a kinematic model that correspond to the plurality of USS range measurements; receiving a USS range measurement for the first USS while the vehicle is operating in a reverse direction or experiencing a high HAA but not from a second USS; estimating an HAA value from the USS range measurement by applying the USS curve characteristics for the first USS; and providing the estimated HAA value to a vehicle motion control system for use in controlling vehicle and trailer motion.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLCInventors: Nojan Medinei, Anushya Viraliur Ponnuswami
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Publication number: 20230191747Abstract: A method of and system for adhesive bonding by a) providing a polymerizable adhesive composition on a surface of an element to be bonded to form an assembly; b) irradiating the assembly with radiation at a first wavelength capable of vulcanization of bonds in the polymerizable adhesive composition by activation of sulfur-containing compound with at least one selected from x-ray, e-beam, visible, or infrared light to thereby generate ultraviolet light in the polymerizable adhesive composition; and c) adhesively joining two or more components together by way of the polymerizable adhesive composition, and a curable polymer for use therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Immunolight, LLCInventors: Zakaryae FATHI, Frederic A. BOURKE, JR., Harold WALDER
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Publication number: 20230199796Abstract: A wireless device receives, via at least one of one or more first monitoring occasions, a first downlink control information (DCI) scheduling an uplink shared channel transmission. The wireless device receives, via a second monitoring occasion of second monitoring occasions, a repetition of a second DCI indicating transmission of an acknowledgement feedback. The wireless device sets the acknowledgement feedback to a negative acknowledgement (NACK) value based on a start of the second monitoring occasions being after a start of the one or more first monitoring occasions. The wireless device transmits, in the uplink shared channel transmission, the acknowledgement feedback.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Ofinno, LLCInventors: Ali Cagatay Cirik, Yunjung Yi, Esmael Hejazi Dinan, Hua Zhou
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Publication number: 20230189736Abstract: The invention relates to a Canola hybrid variety designated 9CN0103, essentially derived variants of that Canola hybrid variety, to the cells, seeds, plants, and plant parts of this Canola hybrid variety 9CN0103. The invention also relates to methods for producing a canola plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into 9CN0103 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the Canola seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. The invention also relates to uses of 9CN0103.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: BASF Agricultural Solutions Seed US LLCInventors: Jeffrey MANSIERE, Stewart BRANDT
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Publication number: 20230193580Abstract: A manhole cover assembly for a sewer, the manhole cover assembly including a manhole cover having a top surface and a bottom surface. An opening extends through the manhole cover between the top surface and the bottom surface. The assembly further includes an extension pipe coaxially aligned with the opening of the manhole cover and extending from the top surface of the manhole cover, wherein the extension pipe is coupled to the manhole cover with a locking mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: SEWER SENTRY LLCInventor: David Alan Putnam
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Publication number: 20230193584Abstract: A yoke of a dipper handle comprises a collar and a crowd pin aperture extending along a crowd pin aperture axis. First and second arms of the yoke include dipper pin lug apertures aligned along a dipper pin aperture axis parallel to the crowd pin aperture axis. The first and second arms of the yoke further include first and second pitch brace lug apertures aligned along a pitch brace aperture axis parallel to the crowd pin aperture axis. A first virtual reference line extends between the crowd pin aperture axis and the dipper pin aperture axis, while a second virtual reference line extends between the crowd pin aperture axis and the pitch brace aperture axis. An included angle ? between the first virtual reference line and the second virtual reference line is between approximately 25 to approximately 51 degrees.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Caterpillar Global Mining LLCInventors: Cristian ZAHARIA, Michael W. HAWS, Aruna KINJARAPU, Vladimir A. KORCHAGIN, James G. JAMILOSA
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Publication number: 20230195153Abstract: A two-wire load control device may be configured to compute an accurate estimate of real-time power consumption by a load that is electrically connected to, and controlled by, the two-wire load control device. The load control device may be adapted to measure a voltage drop across the device during a first portion of a half-cycle of an AC waveform provided to the device. The device may be further configured to estimate a voltage drop across the load during the second portion of the half-cycle. The estimated voltage drop may be based on the measured voltage drop. The device may be further configured to measure a current supplied to the load during a second portion of the half-cycle. The device may be configured to estimate power consumed by the load based on the measured current and the estimated voltage drop.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Lutron Technology Company LLCInventors: Matthew Robert Blakeley, William Zotter
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Publication number: 20230199207Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure provide methods and apparatuses for video encoding/decoding. An apparatus for video decoding includes processing circuitry that decodes prediction information for a current block in a current picture that is included in a coded video sequence. The prediction information indicates an intra prediction mode of the current block. The processing circuitry determines a position dependent prediction combination (PDPC) process according to the intra prediction mode of the current block indicated by the prediction information. Further, the processing circuitry reconstructs the current block based on the determined PDPC process. A same PDPC process is applied to intra prediction modes adjacent to diagonal intra prediction modes.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Tencent America LLCInventors: Liang ZHAO, Xin ZHAO, Xiang LI, Shan LIU
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Publication number: 20230199403Abstract: Electroacoustic drivers that can be utilized in loudspeaker systems that utilize drivers having a magnetic negative spring (MNS) (such as reluctance assist drivers (RAD) and permanent magnet crown (PMC) drivers). The electroacoustic drivers can be used at all audio frequencies, including subwoofer frequencies. The magnetic negative springs of the electroacoustic drivers can cancel, or partially cancel, the large pressure forces on a sound panel (of an audio speaker) so that substantial subwoofer notes can be efficiently and cost effectively produced in small/portable speakers. The electroacoustic drivers can include a stabilizing/centering mechanism to overcome the destabilizing forces of a MNS that are too large for a voice coil alone to produce.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: CLEAN ENERGY LABS, LLCInventors: Joseph F. Pinkerton, David A. Badger, James A. Andrews, William Martin Lackowski, William Neil Everett
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Publication number: 20230192489Abstract: Vaccine formulations are described comprising physically separated, lyophilized antigens and adjuvant components, which may be in lyoparticle form, as well as methods of using and making such formulations. Reconstituted formulations are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLCInventors: Akhilesh Bhambhani, Muneeswara Babu Medi, Maya Salnikova, William James Smith, David S. Thiriot
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Publication number: 20230192891Abstract: This invention provides a monoclonal antibody that (i) specifically binds to the extracellular portion of human angiotensin converting enzyme 2 (hACE2); (ii) specifically inhibits binding of SARS-CoV-2 to the extracellular portion of hACE2; and (iii) does not significantly inhibit the ability of hACE2 to cleave angiotensin II and/or a synthetic MCA-based peptide. This invention also provides related recombinant AAV vectors, recombinant AAV particles, compositions, prophylactic and therapeutic methods, and kits.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2021Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Maddon Advisors LLCInventor: Paul J. Maddon
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Publication number: 20230197894Abstract: A system, method and device for use as a reflector for a light emitting diode (LED) are disclosed. The system, method and device include a first layer designed to reflect transverse-electric (TE) radiation emitted by the LED, a second layer designed to block transverse-magnetic (TM) radiation emitted from the LED, and a plurality of ITO layers designed to operate as a transparent conducting oxide layer. The first layer may be a one-dimension (1D) distributed Bragg reflective (DBR) layer. The second layer may be a two-dimension (2D) photonic crystal (PhC), a three-dimension (3D) PhC, and/or a hyperbolic metamaterial (HMM). The 2D PhC may include horizontal cylinder bars, vertical cylinder bars, or both. The system, method and device may include a bottom metal reflector that may be Ag free and may act as a bonding layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Lumileds LLCInventors: Toni Lopez, Venkata Ananth Tamma
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Publication number: 20230199916Abstract: An e-vapor device may include a pre-vapor sector and a heater structure arranged in thermal contact with the pre-vapor sector. The pre-vapor sector includes a reservoir and a dispensing interface. The pre-vapor sector is configured to hold and dispense a pre-vapor formulation. The heater structure is configured to vaporize the pre-vapor formulation to generate a vapor. The heater structure includes a base wire and a heater wire coiled around the base wire. The base wire is insulated from the heater wire. As a result of the heater design, the heater structure is stiffer and more robust than other related heaters in the art, thus allowing more options for its implementation.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Altria Client Services LLCInventor: Peter LIPOWICZ
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Publication number: 20230198603Abstract: A base station may transmit, to a wireless device, one or more messages comprising configuration parameters for a primary cell and a secondary cell. The configuration parameters may indicate a deactivation timer for the secondary cell and a bandwidth part (BWP) inactivity timer for the primary cell. The base station may start the deactivation timer in response to activating the secondary cell. The base station may start the BWP inactivity timer in response to switching an active BWP of the primary cell. The base station may stop the BWP inactivity timer of the primary cell based on triggering a random-access procedure for the secondary cell. In response to the deactivation timer of the secondary cell expiring during the random-access procedure, the base station may restart the BWP inactivity timer of the primary cell.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: Ofinno, LLCInventors: Ali Cagatay Cirik, Esmael Hejazi Dinan, Hua Zhou, Hyoungsuk Jeon, Alireza Babaei
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Publication number: 20230191234Abstract: The splitboard fastening system is for use with a splitboard having first and second splitboard skis. The splitboard fastening system includes an adjustable crossbar attachment, configured to be coupled to the first splitboard ski, and including a crossbar having an engagement interface that is adjustable relative to a center seam of the splitboard. A rotatable lever attachment is configured to be coupled to the second splitboard ski, and includes a post, defining an axis of rotation, and coupled to a lever. Wherein, in a locked configuration, the post exerts a lateral force against the engagement interface of the crossbar based upon rotation of the lever.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 10, 2023Publication date: June 22, 2023Applicant: SPARK R&D IP HOLDINGS, LLCInventor: William J. Ritter
