Patents Assigned to Simulations, LLC
  • Patent number: 12359900
    Abstract: A sabot petal is described herein comprising a plurality of woven axial and undulated fibers angled to transfer setback loads. In some cases, the petal is a one-piece component configured to be positioned around a long rod projectile or other aerostructures or aeroshell shapes to be launched with in a gun bore, or rocket or missile launch tube. Corresponding systems and methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2025
    Assignee: Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey M Kezerian
  • Publication number: 20240263928
    Abstract: A sabot petal is described herein comprising a plurality of woven axial and undulated fibers angled to transfer setback loads. In some cases, the petal is a one-piece component configured to be positioned around a long rod projectile or other aerostructures or aeroshell shapes to be launched with in a gun bore, or rocket or missile launch tube. Corresponding systems and methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2023
    Publication date: August 8, 2024
    Applicant: Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey M. Kezerian
  • Patent number: 11353303
    Abstract: Sabots and riders are described herein that have high torsional stiffness, providing for utility in high-speed projectiles. The sabots include multiple petals with a closed configuration comprising polymer or metal containing composites. Corresponding systems and methods also are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey M Kezerian
  • Publication number: 20210156656
    Abstract: Sabots and riders are described herein that have high torsional stiffness, providing for utility in high-speed projectiles. The sabots include multiple petals with a closed configuration comprising polymer or metal containing composites. Corresponding systems and methods also are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2020
    Publication date: May 27, 2021
    Applicant: Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey M Kezerian
  • Patent number: 11015902
    Abstract: A system for and method of use of an augmented reality display is provided. The preferred system is implemented by one or more tactical units calculating a target path from a weapon position and a range. A lead is calculated. A phantom target is displayed at the lead. A virtual laser and virtual tracer are provided to assist in target tracking. A spotter unit is also provided to supplement target path and range data. A neural network is provided to learn from tracking and successful lead data and to predict lead in the tactical theatre.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2021
    Assignee: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventor: James L. Northrup
  • Patent number: 10921105
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is sabot for a sub-caliber projectile comprising a plurality of petals, such that a slip mechanism can be incorporated between the sabot petals and the pusher mechanism to decrease or prevent the sabot from rotating in a rifled gun bore, or the petals themselves can be separated into forward petals and aft petals, with only the aft petals rotating along with the gun rifle. When separate forward petals and aft petals are used, the torque transferred to the forward petals is greatly reduced, thus decreasing the angular rotation of the forward petals with the intent of preventing the forward petals from rotating. The slip mechanism has slip plates with low-coefficient of friction surfaces configured to contact adjacent slip plates prior to and during launch. As assembly, a system, and corresponding methods also are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Assignee: Simulations, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey M Kezerian, James E. Abitabilo
  • Patent number: 10859357
    Abstract: Sabots and riders are described herein that have high torsional stiffness, providing for utility in high-speed projectiles. The sabots include multiple petals with a closed configuration comprising polymer or metal containing composites. Corresponding systems and methods also are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey M Kezerian
  • Publication number: 20200263957
    Abstract: A system for and method of use of an augmented reality display is provided. The preferred system is implemented by one or more tactical units calculating a target path from a weapon position and a range. A lead is calculated. A phantom target is displayed at the lead. A virtual laser and virtual tracer are provided to assist in target tracking. A spotter unit is also provided to supplement target path and range data. A neural network is provided to learn from tracking and successful lead data and to predict lead in the tactical theatre.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2020
    Publication date: August 20, 2020
    Applicant: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventor: James L. Northrup
  • Patent number: 10725559
    Abstract: The present invention provides devices, methods and systems for use with interactive equipment in a simulated or augmented environment, or in real world operations. The inventive devices, methods and systems allow for interactive operation equipment in a virtual or augmented reality environment while eliminating virtual drift of the operational equipment. The present invention further eliminates the need to reset a simulated environment to accommodate swapping out equipment, allowing a seamless simulation to provide an optimal virtual training environment. Finally, the present invention provides for a highly accurate operational equipment to be used in a virtual or augmented environment allowing for optimal training, while minimizing down time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2020
    Assignee: Serious Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Christopher M. Chambers
  • Patent number: 10655928
    Abstract: The present invention provides for devices and methods for making and using an integrated rechargeable power supply and power management system for providing power to weapon mounted electronic devices. The inventive apparatus provides for a common power source for weapon attachments, that can be integrated into a weapon. These devices and methods provide for an easy swap of the power source in an active environment, and further includes power management and safety functions. The inventive devices and methods further provide for better ergonomics and improved weight/balance to enhance shooting skills, less physically taxing heft, and potentially save lives. Finally, the present invention is backwards compatible with present weapons.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2020
    Assignee: Serious Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Christopher M. Chambers
  • Patent number: 10584940
    Abstract: A system and method for simulating lead of a target includes a network, a simulation administrator and a user device connected to the network, a database connected to the simulation administrator, and a set of position trackers positioned at a simulator site. The user device includes a virtual or augmented reality unit and a computer connected to the network. A target may be simulated or may be a real-world object. The target and the user are tracked to generate a phantom target and a phantom halo. The phantom target and the phantom halo are displayed on the virtual or augmented reality unit at a lead distance and a drop distance from the target.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2020
    Assignee: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventor: James L. Northrup
  • Patent number: 10531127
    Abstract: The present invention provides for systems and methods of transmitting and converting a landscape image to a portrait image for use in a virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) environment at a very high speed with negligible latency thus providing a seamless video feed to enhance the VR or AR environment to meet the demands of VR and AR head mounted displays. The present invention further provides for systems and methods for compositing and communicating video, audio, user data, and commands for VR and AR applications with stationary and moving participants. The present invention overcomes the unmet needs of the art by providing a wireless video processing which includes equipment that has a low power consumption, while providing a reliable and seamless virtual or simulated environment. The present invention further overcomes the unmet need by providing systems and methods to reduce the latency caused by image rotation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2020
    Assignee: Serious Simulations, LLC
    Inventors: Christopher M. Chambers, Damon Curry, Larry Alan McGinn, Dan Merillat
  • Publication number: 20190353457
    Abstract: A system and method for simulating lead of a target includes a network, a simulation administrator and a user device connected to the network, a database connected to the simulation administrator, and a set of position trackers positioned at a simulator site. The user device includes a virtual or augmented reality unit and a computer connected to the network. A target may be simulated or may be a real-world object. The target and the user are tracked to generate a phantom target and a phantom halo. The phantom target and the phantom halo are displayed on the virtual or augmented reality unit at a lead distance and a drop distance from the target.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2019
    Publication date: November 21, 2019
    Applicant: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventor: James L. Northrup
  • Patent number: 10274287
    Abstract: A system and method for simulating lead of a target includes a network, a simulation administrator and a user device connected to the network, a database connected to the simulation administrator, and a set of position trackers positioned at a simulator site. The user device includes a virtual reality unit and a computer connected to the set of virtual reality unit and to the network. A generated target is simulated. The target and the user are tracked to generate a phantom target and a phantom halo. The phantom target and the phantom halo are displayed on the virtual reality unit at a lead distance and a drop distance from the target as viewed through the virtual reality unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventors: James L. Northrup, Robert P. Northrup, Peter F. Blakeley
  • Patent number: 10234240
    Abstract: A system and method for simulating lead of a target includes a network, a simulation administrator and a user device connected to the network, a database connected to the simulation administrator, and a set of position trackers positioned at a simulator site. The user device includes a virtual reality unit and a computer connected to the set of virtual reality unit and to the network. A generated target is simulated. The target and the user are tracked to generate a phantom target and a phantom halo. The phantom target and the phantom halo are displayed on the virtual reality unit at a lead distance and a drop distance from the target as viewed through the virtual reality unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2019
    Assignee: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventors: James L. Northrup, Robert P. Northrup, Peter F. Blakeley
  • Patent number: 10235906
    Abstract: A system for reconstituting circulation in a cadaver includes at least a pump, a fluid driven by the pump, and operative fluid connections between the pump and the cadaver. The system may be used to occlude one or more arterioles within the cadaver. The system may include a first circuit that creates a first fluid path with vessels of the cadaver, with first circuit having a first fluid conduit, a heater unit, a first pump, and a resistance device. The system may also include a second circuit that creates a second fluid path with vessels of the cadaver that are different from the vessels of the first circuit, with the second circuit having a second fluid conduit and a second pump. Alternately, the system may include a first circuit that creates a first fluid path with vessels of the cadaver and a second flow path that creates a second fluid path with the reservoir, where the first circuit includes a first conduit, a second connector, a pump, a reservoir, and a connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2019
    Assignee: Maximum Fidelity Surgical Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Joss Dean Fernandez
  • Publication number: 20190017792
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is sabot for a sub-caliber projectile comprising a plurality of petals, such that a slip mechanism can be incorporated between the sabot petals and the pusher mechanism to decrease or prevent the sabot from rotating in a rifled gun bore, or the petals themselves can be separated into forward petals and aft petals, with only the aft petals rotating along with the gun rifle. When separate forward petals and aft petals are used, the torque transferred to the forward petals is greatly reduced, thus decreasing the angular rotation of the forward petals with the intent of preventing the forward petals from rotating. The slip mechanism has slip plates with low-coefficient of friction surfaces configured to contact adjacent slip plates prior to and during launch. As assembly, a system, and corresponding methods also are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Publication date: January 17, 2019
    Applicant: Simulations, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey M. Kezerian, James E. Abitabilo
  • Publication number: 20180356194
    Abstract: Sabots and riders are described herein that have high torsional stiffness, providing for utility in high-speed projectiles. The sabots include multiple petals with a closed configuration comprising polymer or metal containing composites. Corresponding systems and methods also are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2018
    Publication date: December 13, 2018
    Applicant: Simulations, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey M. Kezerian
  • Patent number: 10030937
    Abstract: A system and method for simulating lead of a target includes a network, a simulation administrator and a user device connected to the network, a database connected to the simulation administrator, and a set of position trackers positioned at a simulator site. The user device includes a virtual reality unit and a computer connected to the set of virtual reality unit and to the network. A generated target is simulated. The target and the user are tracked to generate a phantom target and a phantom halo. The phantom target and the phantom halo are displayed on the virtual reality unit at a lead distance and a drop distance from the target as viewed through the virtual reality unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Assignee: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventors: James L. Northrup, Robert P. Northrup, Peter F. Blakeley
  • Publication number: 20170307333
    Abstract: A system and method for simulating lead of a target includes a network, a simulation administrator and a user device connected to the network, a database connected to the simulation administrator, and a set of position trackers positioned at a simulator site. The user device includes a virtual reality unit and a computer connected to the set of virtual reality unit and to the network. A generated target is simulated. The target and the user are tracked to generate a phantom target and a phantom halo. The phantom target and the phantom halo are displayed on the virtual reality unit at a lead distance and a drop distance from the target as viewed through the virtual reality unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2017
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Applicant: Shooting Simulator, LLC
    Inventors: James L. Northrup, Robert P. Northrup, Peter F. Blakeley