Patents Assigned to Systems, LLC
  • Radio frequency feedthrough to portable device
    Patent number: 9564936
    Abstract: An aviation transponder system comprising a permanently-mounted antenna, a permanently-mounted receiver module comprising a receiver, a signal splitter, and an external connector, and a portable receiver module, wherein a signal received on the permanently-mounted antenna is passed to the signal splitter of the permanently-mounted receiver module, wherein the signal splitter splits the signal such that the signal is sent to both the receiver and to the external connector, and wherein the portable receiver module is connected to the external connector, whereby the permanently-mounted antenna is used by the receiver of the permanently-mounted receiver module and fed through the permanently-mounted receiver module and made available to the portable receiver module through the external connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: Appareo Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Robert M. Allen, Bradley R. Thurow, Jeffrey L. Johnson
  • Maintaining information integrity while minimizing network utilization of accumulated data in a distributed network
    Patent number: 9565089
    Abstract: A method and systems for gathering information regarding usage of a resource from at least one of a plurality of measuring nodes operatively coupled to a controller, wherein the measuring node includes at least one sensor and a node processor operatively coupled to the sensor, and the controller includes a controller processor. The method includes predicting an estimated resource usage value associated with the at least one sensor with the node processor and separately with the controller each using a predictor algorithm and dataset. The method further includes measuring resource usage to which the estimated resource usage value applies with the sensor and calculating a difference between the estimated resource usage value and the measured resource usage with the node processor. If the difference falls outside of a bound the measured resource usage is communicated to the controller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: Outsmart Power Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Paul C. M. Hilton, Jeffrey A. Mehlman, Thomas E. Armstrong
  • WIRELESS CAMERA SYSTEM FOR MOBILE OPERATIONS
    Publication number: 20170034416
    Abstract: A wireless camera system for mobile operations, comprising a mobile device, a software application, and at least one camera module, the at least one camera module comprising an image capture device, a memory, and a communications link, wherein the at least one camera module is mounted on or near a vehicle, wherein the software application is executing on the mobile device, wherein images captured by the at least one camera module may be transmitted over the communications link to the mobile device, wherein the software application processes images received from the at least one camera module, and wherein the software application displays the processed images on the screen of the mobile device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2015
    Publication date: February 2, 2017
    Applicant: Appareo Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Joseph A. Heilman, Barry D. Batcheller, Robert V. Weinmann, Jeffrey L. Johnson
  • Versatile protective helmet applique assembly
    Patent number: 9557144
    Abstract: The helmet appliqué assembly of the present invention permits a helmet wearer to upgrade the ballistic prevention capabilities of a traditional helmet quickly and efficiently. The helmet appliqué can be provided as part of a helmet appliqué system and/or assembly that includes internal-side connection means for attaching to a helmet and external-side connection means for receiving any of various external items such as identification tags, mounts and external equipment or attachments. The appliqué element can comprise various types of material, including, for example, ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). In one embodiment of the present invention, multiple helmet appliqué elements are employed on the same helmet and include surfaces and portions that are cooperatively engageable for covering multiple areas of the helmet at the same time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: Velocity Systems LLC
    Inventor: David B. Strum
  • Intermodulation mitigation technique in an RFID system
    Patent number: 9558383
    Abstract: When multiple readers for RF transponders have to be placed in close proximity, such as in adjacent lanes of a highway toll barrier, they can be set to operate at different frequencies. When signals from two adjacent ones of the readers interfere, the resulting signal includes interference terms whose frequencies equal the sum of the reader frequencies and the difference between the reader frequencies. To remove such interference terms while passing the desired terms, a tag includes a low-pass or other frequency-selective filter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: Amtech Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Robert W. Tiernay
  • SYSTEMS & METHODS FOR MAKING REAL-TIME ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS USING A GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE
    Publication number: 20170024715
    Abstract: A graphical user interface, systems, and methods of using an intermediary computer to process payments in real-time. Tax payments are processed over a secure network directly to a government authority without being coupled with electronic filing of tax returns or other filing or processing documents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2016
    Publication date: January 26, 2017
    Applicant: Value Payment Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey GARDNER, Jeffrey Scott Slusser
  • OBTAINING 3D MODELING DATA USING UAVS FOR CELL SITES
    Publication number: 20170024929
    Abstract: Systems and methods using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to perform physical functions on a cell tower at a cell site include flying the UAV at or near the cell site, wherein the UAV comprises one or more manipulable members; moving the one or more manipulable members when proximate to a location at the cell tower where the physical functions are performed to effectuate the physical functions; and utilizing one or more counterbalancing techniques during the moving ensuring a weight distribution of the UAV remains substantially the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2016
    Publication date: January 26, 2017
    Applicant: ETAK Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Lee PRIEST
  • PATIO BLOCKS AND BLOCK SYSTEMS WITH SIDE SURFACE POSITIONING AND RETAINING STRUCTURES
    Publication number: 20170022722
    Abstract: A landscaping block having a block body with at least a first side surface, a second side surface, a third side surface and a fourth side surface, and opposed and substantially parallel top and bottom surfaces. The patio block having at least one spacer projection extending outwardly from each of the at least first, second, third and fourth side surfaces. The patio block having at least one spacer locator positioned along each one of the first, second, third and fourth side surfaces. The at least one spacer locator positioned along each side surface has a retaining surface shaped to receive a spacer projection, at least a portion of the retaining surface extending outwardly from the side surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2016
    Publication date: January 26, 2017
    Applicant: Keystone Retaining Wall Systems LLC
    Inventors: Robert John Lundell, Robert A. MacDonald
  • Hand grip assembly
    Patent number: 9550092
    Abstract: A hand grip assembly for climbing a tree includes a handle grip portion. A handle bracket is attached to the handle grip portion. At least one mounting bracket is attached to the handle bracket. The mounting bracket includes an angled shape for engaging a surface of the tree. A harness is attached to the handle bracket. The harness cinches about the tree and secures the hand grip assembly relative to the tree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Hurricane Safety Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Timothy P. Squires
  • Hinge assembly for supporting a fan on a roof
    Patent number: 9551499
    Abstract: A buttressed hinge assembly or a flexible hinge assembly adjusts to fit a vent on a wall or a roof in order to hold a fan thereon, which fan is especially suitable for a restaurant roof or wall. The hinge assembly attaches to a roof or wall vent to hold the fan in a proper position, yet permits the fan to be easily moved for cleaning of vent and the fan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Omni Containment Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Kevin Robert Chwala
  • Controlling buoyancy of an underwater vehicle using a dual-internal-reservoir configuration to enhance efficiency of inflating and deflating an external chamber
    Patent number: 9550554
    Abstract: An underwater vehicle may include a buoyancy control system configured to use a dual-internal-reservoir configuration to enhance efficiency of changing buoyancy of the underwater vehicle. The buoyancy control system may utilize an incompressible fluid (e.g., oil or water) that is transferred between a first internal reservoir and an external chamber to affect buoyancy of the underwater vehicle. In exemplary implementations, a compressible fluid (e.g., air) may be used to inflate or deflate a second internal reservoir. The second internal reservoir may be disposed within the buoyancy control system so that it can act on the first internal reservoir by applying a compressive force or a tensive force on the first internal reservoir, depending on the pressure differences between the two reservoirs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: MRV Systems, LLC
    Inventors: James Edward Dufour, Brian Kenneth Newville
  • Console system for the treatment of skin
    Patent number: 9550052
    Abstract: An apparatus for treating skin has a console with a user input device and a handpiece assembly. The handpiece assembly is configured to treat skin. A fluid line provides fluid communication between the console and the handpiece assembly. A manifold system is coupled to the console and controlled by the user input device. The manifold system is configured to hold releasably a plurality of fluid sources and deliver fluid from at least one of the plurality of fluid sources to the handpiece assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Edge Systems LLC
    Inventors: Roger Ignon, Scott Mallett, Abraham Solano, William Cohen
  • APPARATUSES, METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR HARNESSING FLUID FLOW WITH FLEXIBLE MECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS
    Publication number: 20170016424
    Abstract: The APPARATUSES, METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR HARNESSING FLUID FLOW WITH FLEXIBLE MECHANICAL TRANSDUCERS include mechanisms that include flexible elements with strained deformations. In some implementations, oscillations of strained deformations in fins are excited by a moving fluid. By coupling the fin structure to an electrical generator and/or pump, energy from the moving fluid can be converted into electrical energy or used to perform useful mechanical work. In some implementations, the fin may be coupled to a motor or other actuator which causes the strained deformations to move, thereby imparting force onto the fluid to move or mix fluid or perform other useful work.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2016
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Applicant: Pliant Energy Systems LLC
    Inventors: Benjamin Pietro Filardo, Daniel S. Zimmerman, Michael I. Weaker
  • Compressor with Crankshaft and Insert
    Publication number: 20170016437
    Abstract: Various embodiments of a crankshaft assembly with an insert are disclosed. The crankshaft assembly for an air compressor comprises a crankshaft with a first segment; a second segment having an outside diameter and a cavity extending into a distal end. The cavity comprises a first portion having a first inner diameter; and a second portion having a second inner diameter, wherein the second inner diameter is less than the first inner diameter. The crankshaft includes a linear passage in the second segment, wherein the linear passage does not intersect the cavity. The crankshaft assembly includes an insert having a first end with a first insert diameter and a second end having a second insert diameter, wherein the insert is sized to be matingly engaged in the cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2015
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Applicant: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
    Inventors: Thomas J. Franz, Shane A. Harte
  • PORTABLE SECURITY FENCING
    Publication number: 20170019980
    Abstract: A portable electric fence kit for the erection of a temporary electric fence comprising: a primary fence section which is portable and non-electrified having two or more poles, a secondary fence section having two or more insulated poles secured to the poles of the primary fence section and having the ability to be electrified using a plurality of wires spanning the distance between the insulated poles, a plurality of wires spanning the distance between the insulated poles, system controls operationally associated with the fence sections, a power source operationally associated with the fence sections and the system controls, the power source providing electricity to the secondary fence sections and a coupling means which allows for one section of the fence kit and its wires to be coupled to another section of the fence kit and its wires.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2015
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Applicant: Perimeter Security Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Colin E. Ricks, Dean A. Lowder
  • Movable barrier operator with signal translation module
    Patent number: 9548823
    Abstract: The present invention is generally a movable barrier system that employs a movable barrier operator with a signal translation module, which enhances the quality of communications between wired components of a movable barrier system, including long distance wired communications between controllers and position sensors. In an exemplary embodiment, position sensors comprising encoders are coupled to translation module for reducing electromagnetic interference or noise from various components that may otherwise interfere with the communication; error detection and error correction means may be further implemented to facilitate diagnostic monitoring of the system from a monitoring device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: VIKING ACCESS SYSTEM, LLC.
    Inventor: Ali Tehranchi
  • System and method for communication over color encoded light patterns
    Patent number: 9548814
    Abstract: The present invention includes a light communication method and system wherein messages are transmitted via color code flashes. The light communication includes code colors that may be framed with calibration elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Clutch Authentication Systems, LLC
    Inventor: Jeffrey Cesnik
  • Lamp module for lighting control
    Patent number: D776617
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Savant Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Jonas Lagerstedt, Robert Brunner
  • Controller for home automation
    Patent number: D776657
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Savant Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Jonas Lagerstedt, Robert Brunner
  • Antibiotic delivery system and method for treating an infected synovial joint during re-implantation of an orthopedic prosthesis
    Patent number: RE46283
    Abstract: An antibiotic delivery system including an intramedullary stem that is adapted to be removably mounted into a medullary canal of a bone. The stem includes a body having an inlet adapted to be in fluid communication with a source of liquid-borne antibiotic and a plurality of outlets disposed along the stem. A channel extends between the inlet and the plurality of outlets for delivering a fluid-borne antibiotic from the inlet to the plurality of outlets so as to distribute the antibiotic along the medullary canal in a controlled fashion. A method of treating an infected joint during a two-stage re-implantation of an orthopedic implant is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Joint Purification Systems LLC
    Inventor: Brian C. de Beaubien