Patents Assigned to Optimize Technologies, Inc.
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Publication number: 20190030457Abstract: A packed bed includes a housing and at least one packed bed component disposed within the housing. The housing includes a first integral end configured to axially retain packed bed components within the housing. The housing further includes a second integral end configured to axially receive packed bed components within the housing in a first, open position and axially retain the packed bed components within the housing in a second, closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2018Publication date: January 31, 2019Applicant: Optimize Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Robert DeLine
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Patent number: 9436944Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for a mobile device payment system for electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) or electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”). This system can be used to control the access to EVCS or EVSE and to ensure proper billing for the use of EVCS or EVSE.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2013Date of Patent: September 6, 2016Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Patent number: 9352659Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) and electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) that are configured to display advertisements to a user. For example, in one embodiment, advertisements are displayed on a display device of the EVCS or EVSE as the EVCS or EVSE awaits user interaction. An indication is received of user interaction with the EVCS or EVSE. A transaction is facilitated between a user and the EVCS or EVSE by which the user indicates that one or more electric vehicle batteries of an electric vehicle are to be charged via one of one or more charging ports of the EVCS or EVSE. A charging operation is performed that provides an electric charge to the one or more electric vehicle batteries of the electric vehicle via the one of the one or more charging ports.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2015Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Patent number: 9180784Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for using and operating electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) or electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) having a touch screen. The touch screen display device can be used, for example, to facilitate user interface with the EVCS/EVSE. The touch screen display apparatus can provide a quick and efficient means for a user to input a wide variety of information. Also disclosed herein are representative embodiments of a network communication system for EVCSs or EVSE.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2013Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Dexter Turner, James B. Wakeen, Richard L. Knight, Martin D. Dill, Gerhard Gross
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Patent number: 9067503Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) and electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) that are configured to display advertisements to a user. For example, in one embodiment, advertisements are displayed on a display device of the EVCS or EVSE as the EVCS or EVSE awaits user interaction. An indication is received of user interaction with the EVCS or EVSE. A transaction is facilitated between a user and the EVCS or EVSE by which the user indicates that one or more electric vehicle batteries of an electric vehicle are to be charged via one of one or more charging ports of the EVCS or EVSE. A charging operation is performed that provides an electric charge to the one or more electric vehicle batteries of the electric vehicle via the one of the one or more charging ports.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2013Date of Patent: June 30, 2015Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Patent number: 8740261Abstract: A fitting assembly for use in a fluid transfer assembly includes a fluid conduit having a first fitting with first and second ends and a bore extending between the first and second ends for receiving the fluid conduit. The first end of the first fitting is configured to sealingly dispose a ferrule assembly within a second fitting in an engaged position. The fitting assembly further includes a third fitting having first and second ends and a bore extending between the first and second ends for receiving the fluid conduit. The first end of the third fitting is configured to sealingly dispose a collet assembly within the first fitting in an engaged position.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2012Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Optimize Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Douglas W. Ford, Robert DeLine
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Patent number: 8710798Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCS s”) or electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) that are configured to provide parking meter functionality. Embodiments of the disclosed technology can be used to improve the basic process of connecting an electric vehicle to the power grid with an EVCS/EVSE for charging purposes by also providing a means of parking access control for vehicles parked near the EVCS/EVSE in spaces managed by the EVCS/EVSE. The parking meter system enables installers and/or operators of EVCSs/EVSE to reduce equipment costs by eliminating the need to have separate parking meters in addition to EVCS/EVSE. This can potentially lead to an increase in the number of EVCSs/EVSE that are installed and in the speed with which these EVCSs/EVSE are installed.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2011Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Patent number: 8696902Abstract: An analytical instrument fitting assembly for coupling first and second analytical fluid conduits is provided. The fitting assembly includes a first fitting defining a central passage adapted to receive a first fluid conduit defining an internal diameter of no greater than 0.040 inch and a second fitting. The second fitting defines a central passage extending between first and second ends and is in fluid communication with the first fitting. A separation device is disposed within a central passages of the first and second fittings to selectively separate liquids passing therethrough. The fitting assembly further includes a retractable end fitting having a housing, a tube extending within the housing, and a biasing member. Selective positioning of the tube within the housing minimizes dead space between the tube and the second end.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2008Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: Optimize Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Douglas W. Ford, Robert DeLine
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Publication number: 20140097795Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for using and operating electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) or electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) having a touch screen. The touch screen display device can be used, for example, to facilitate user interface with the EVCS/EVSE. The touch screen display apparatus can provide a quick and efficient means for a user to input a wide variety of information. Also disclosed herein are representative embodiments of a network communication system for EVCSs or EVSE.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2013Publication date: April 10, 2014Applicant: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Dexter Turner, James B. Wakeen, Richard L. Knight, Martin D. Dill, Gerhard Gross
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Publication number: 20140074523Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to reservation systems to allow for the efficient use of electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) and electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) for the purpose of charging electric vehicles. For example, embodiments of the disclosed technology can be used to improve the basic process of charging an electric vehicle by more efficiently using all of the charging time that the electric vehicle charging station has available. In certain embodiments, the system is a reservation system that establishes a queue for use of the stations, allows users to enter the queue, notifies users when it is their turn to use the station, and only allows the next user in the queue to access the station.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2013Publication date: March 13, 2014Applicant: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Dexter Turner, Damion j. Moyer
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Publication number: 20140067493Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to a system to use electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) and electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”). Certain embodiments relate to methods, apparatus, and systems to combine the payment of both vehicle parking and the charging of electric vehicles into a single transaction.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Publication number: 20140067680Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for a mobile device payment system for electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) or electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”). This system can be used to control the access to EVCS or EVSE and to ensure proper billing for the use of EVCS or EVSE.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Publication number: 20140067492Abstract: Disclosed below are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to a mobile device payment system for parking payment kiosks (“PPKs”). Among the example embodiments disclosed herein are parking payment kiosks that use mobile devices for payment. Embodiments of the disclosed technology can be used to improve the basic parking process by reducing the amount of time that the driver has to interact with the kiosk. Embodiments of the disclosed technology can also be used to minimize the labor required by parking enforcement. Embodiments of the disclosed technology comprise an access control and payment system that uses a customer's internet-connected mobile device and a display apparatus on the PPK.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2013Publication date: March 6, 2014Applicant: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Patent number: 8604750Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for using and operating electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) or electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) having a touch screen. The touch screen display device can be used, for example, to facilitate user interface with the EVCS/EVSE. The touch screen display apparatus can provide a quick and efficient means for a user to input a wide variety of information. Also disclosed herein are representative embodiments of a network communication system for EVCSs or EVSE.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2011Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Dexter Turner, James B. Wakeen, Richard L. Knight, Martin D. Dill, Gerhard Gross
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Patent number: 8493025Abstract: Disclosed herein are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems relating to electric vehicle charging stations (“EVCSs”) and electric vehicle supply equipment (“EVSE”) that are configured to display advertisements to a user. For example, in one embodiment, advertisements are displayed on a display device of the EVCS or EVSE as the EVCS or EVSE awaits user interaction. An indication is received of user interaction with the EVCS or EVSE. A transaction is facilitated between a user and the EVCS or EVSE by which the user indicates that one or more electric vehicle batteries of an electric vehicle are to be charged via one of one or more charging ports of the EVCS or EVSE. A charging operation is performed that provides an electric charge to the one or more electric vehicle batteries of the electric vehicle via the one of the one or more charging ports.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2010Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Dexter Turner
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Patent number: 8386300Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are provided for workforce planning models. Technologies are described to manage human capital decisions. Decision making models and related tools are described that support the development and implementation of workforce strategies, programs and policies. In one model, resources may be allocated to specific practices (policies, programs, initiatives, organizational culture) used to attract and retain valued employees. Resources may be increased or decreased until the optimal allocation of resources is found that is most likely to enable the achievement of specific goals (e.g., attraction, retention, readiness, and representation).Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2010Date of Patent: February 26, 2013Assignee: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jay April, Marco Better, Candace Brinkman, James P. Kelly, Terry Wubbena
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Patent number: 8307541Abstract: An assembly for placing an insert into communication with an analytical chemical instrument having a first portion of tubing and a second portion of tubing includes a clamp arm assembly having first and second opposable clamp arms and a first fitting subassembly in communication with the first portion of tubing and configured to engage a first portion of an insert, wherein the first fitting subassembly is received within the first clamp arm. The assembly further includes a second fitting subassembly in communication with the second portion of tubing and configured to engage a second portion of the insert, wherein the second fitting subassembly is moveably received within the second clamp arm and biased in a direction toward the first fitting subassembly. Further included is an actuator assembly configured to move the second clamp arm toward the first clamp arm to secure the insert between the first and second fitting subassemblies.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2009Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Optimize Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Douglas W. Ford, Robert DeLine
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Patent number: 8201854Abstract: A ferrule for use in a fluid transfer assembly having a fluid conduit includes a frusto-conical seal portion having a first cylindrical bore sized and configured to slidably receive a fluid conduit. The seal portion is formed from a first material suitable to seal the fluid conduit within a first fitting without substantially deforming the fluid conduit. A frusto-conical collet portion is mated with the seal portion and includes a second cylindrical bore in substantial alignment with the first cylindrical bore. The collet portion includes at least one axial finger extending along the tapered end that is configured to be biased into locking engagement with the fluid conduit. The collet portion is formed from a second material that substantially prevents deformation of the fluid conduit when the finger is biased into locking engagement with the fluid conduit.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2009Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Optimize Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Douglas W. Ford, Robert DeLine
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Publication number: 20110015958Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are provided for workforce planning models. Technologies are described to manage human capital decisions. Decision making models and related tools are described that support the development and implementation of workforce strategies, programs and policies. In one model, resources may be allocated to specific practices (policies, programs, initiatives, organizational culture) used to attract and retain valued employees. Resources may be increased or decreased until the optimal allocation of resources is found that is most likely to enable the achievement of specific goals (e.g., attraction, retention, readiness, and representation).Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: Optimization Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Jay April, Marco Better, Candace Brinkman, James P. Kelly, Terry Wubbena
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Patent number: D766055Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2015Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: Optimize Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Douglas W. Ford, Robert DeLine