Patents Assigned to Utility Associates, Inc.
  • Patent number: 11676624
    Abstract: This invention is a gunshot detection device that provides very reliable inside and outside real-time situational awareness of gunshot events, while reducing Gunshot Detection False Positives and Negatives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: UTILITY ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Eric H Bedell, Robert S McKeeman
  • Patent number: 11282536
    Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting a gunshot event are disclosed. More particularly, systems and methods for detecting a gunshot event using the ultrasonic frequency distribution across a broad range of frequencies resulting from a gun's muzzle blast to determine whether an actual gunshot event has occurred and to minimize false positives and false negatives are disclosed. Yet further, systems and methods for determining the location of an actual gunshot event by utilizing the decay of the frequency distribution across a broad range of frequencies resulting from a gun's muzzle blast are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: UTILITY ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Eric H Bedell, Robert S McKeeman
  • Patent number: 11133021
    Abstract: This invention is a gunshot detection device that provides very reliable inside and outside real-time situational awareness of gunshot events, while reducing Gunshot Detection False Positives and Negatives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2021
    Assignee: UTILITY ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Eric H Bedell, Robert S McKeeman
  • Patent number: 11057584
    Abstract: A video recording device, holster and article of clothing are disclosed to reliably and covertly provide for the capture of video, audio, and metadata, and perform other commands. The holster may be provided with a carrier that is, in turn, inserted into the holster. In one embodiment, the holster may be confirmed as being associated with the video recording device to authenticate a user, and establishes a docked position. Moreover, the video recording device may enter a mode of operation associated with using the video recording apparatus automatically when inserted into a holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2021
    Assignee: UTILITY ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Joseph Patrick Shanahan, Simon Araya, Robert Stewart McKeeman, Eric Bedell, Jon McChristian
  • Patent number: 10812755
    Abstract: A video recording device, holster and article of clothing are disclosed to reliably and covertly provide for the capture of video, audio, and metadata, and perform other commands. The holster may be provided with a carrier that is, in turn, inserted into the holster. In one embodiment, the holster may be confirmed as being associated with the video recording device to authenticate a user, and establishes a docked position. Moreover, the video recording device may enter a mode of operation associated with using the video recording apparatus automatically when inserted into a holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2020
    Assignee: UTILITY ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Joseph Patrick Shanahan, Simon Araya, Robert Stewart McKeeman, Eric Bedell, Jon McChristian
  • Patent number: 10560668
    Abstract: A recording system for an emergency response unit includes a first data collection device configured to record a first video, audio or data segment with an incident identifier and transmit a message including the incident identifier. A second data collection device may receive the message and, as appropriate, record at least a second video, audio or data segment with the incident identifier, allowing the first segment and the second segment to be associated using the incident identifier. In other embodiments, a first recording device may begin recording video, audio or legal evidence data with an incident identifier, and a control system may receive a message including the incident identifier from the first recording device, identify one or more additional recording devices located within a certain distance of the first recording device, and obtain recordings from the one or more additional recording devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2020
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Simon Araya, Ted Michael Davis, Robert Stewart McKeeman
  • Patent number: 10230919
    Abstract: A video recording device, holster and article of clothing are disclosed to reliably and covertly provide for the capture of video, audio, and metadata, and perform other commands. The holster may be provided with a carrier that is, in turn, inserted into the holster. In one embodiment, the holster may be confirmed as being associated with the video recording device to authenticate a user, and establishes a docked position. Moreover, the video recording device may enter a mode of operation associated with using the video recording apparatus automatically when inserted into a holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2019
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Joseph Patrick Shanahan, Simon Araya, Robert Stewart McKeeman
  • Patent number: 10205915
    Abstract: A recording system for an emergency response unit includes a first data collection device configured to record a first video, audio or data segment with an incident identifier and transmit a message including the incident identifier. A second data collection device may receive the message and, as appropriate, record at least a second video, audio or data segment with the incident identifier, allowing the first segment and the second segment to be associated using the incident identifier. In other embodiments, a first recording device may begin recording video, audio or legal evidence data with an incident identifier, and a control system may receive a message including the incident identifier from the first recording device, identify one or more additional recording devices located within a certain distance of the first recording device, and obtain recordings from the one or more additional recording devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2019
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Simon Araya, Ted Michael Davis, Robert Stewart McKeeman
  • Patent number: 10135908
    Abstract: This invention provides a system and a method to manage the uploading of data files from multiple wireless field devices in multiple locations to multiple data storage servers through the use of location information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2018
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert S McKeeman, Simon Araya, Ted M. Davis
  • Patent number: 10084500
    Abstract: A video recording device and holster are disclosed to reliably and covertly start and stop capture of video, audio, and metadata, and perform other commands. The holster may include a plurality of holes through which defined commands can be executed using a touch-screen interface or other control devices. In one embodiment, the holster may be confirmed as being associated with the video recording device to authenticate a user. Moreover, the video recording device may enter a mode of operation associated with using the video recording apparatus automatically when inserted into a holster.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2018
    Assignee: Utility Associates Inc.
    Inventors: Ted Michael Davis, Joseph Patrick Shanahan, Simon Araya, Robert Stewart McKeeman
  • Patent number: 9432402
    Abstract: This invention provides a system and a method to manage the uploading of data files from multiple wireless field devices in multiple locations to multiple data storage servers through the use of location information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert S. McKeeman, Simon Araya, Ted M. Davis
  • Patent number: 9282495
    Abstract: This invention provides a system and a method to automatically switch cellular data communications from 3G to 4G mode wherever reliable 4G cellular connectivity is available, and to collect and report reliable 4G cellular coverage geo-fence polygon information. The invention also provides a system and method to automatically switch cellular data communications between 4G cellular networks provided by different carriers, and 3G cellular networks provided by different carriers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2016
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert S. McKeeman, Simon Araya, Ted M. Davis
  • Patent number: 9246898
    Abstract: This invention provides a system and method to search for and securely download Digital MultiMedia Evidence (DME) data from a central DME repository to portable USB, smart phone, tablet, laptop, desktop, or other data storage devices, with a clear chain of custody and access control audit trail reporting, so the DME can be used to prepare for and conduct legal proceedings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2016
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert S. McKeeman, Ted M. Davis
  • Patent number: 8781475
    Abstract: This invention provides a system and a method to automatically switch cellular data communications from 3G to 4G mode wherever reliable 4G cellular connectivity is available, and to collect and report reliable 4G cellular coverage geo-fence polygon information. The invention also provides a system and method to automatically switch cellular data communications between 4G cellular networks provided by different carriers, and 3G cellular networks provided by different carriers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert S. McKeeman, Simon Araya, Ted M. Davis
  • Publication number: 20140143545
    Abstract: This invention provides a system and method to search for and securely download Digital MultiMedia Evidence (DME) data from a central DME repository to portable USB, smart phone, tablet, laptop, desktop, or other data storage devices, with a clear chain of custody and access control audit trail reporting, so the DME can be used to prepare for and conduct legal proceedings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2013
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Applicant: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert S. McKeeman, Ted M. Davis
  • Patent number: 7804691
    Abstract: An assembly for protecting a PC card and a USB device that are connected to an electronic device in corresponding ports includes a PC card protector and a USB connector clip. The PC card protector includes a base plate and at least two side plates connected thereto to substantially surround the PC card. The PC card protector may include a housing having a recessive area surrounding the port, with a recess cover detachably attached to the housing to surround the recessive area and allow transmission and reception of a signal via the PC card. A USB protector clip may be connected to the PC card protector, with the USB protector clip having a USB protector base, two side plates connected to said USB protector base, two side walls connected to said USB protector base, and an extension connected to the electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2010
    Assignee: Utility Associates, Inc.
    Inventor: Ted Davis