Patents by Inventor A. J. Rogers

A. J. Rogers has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20200407162
    Abstract: The present application describes an automated inventory control system that comprises a storage device, a sensing system, a data storage, and one or more processors. The storage device includes a plurality of storage locations for storing objects. The sensing system is configured to associate the storage device with a first location and with a second location. The data storage is configured to store configurable data of the storage device. The one or more processors are configured to send configurable data corresponding to the first location to the storage device in response to receiving information associating the storage device with the first location from the sensing system. In response to receiving information associating the storage device with the second location from the sensing system, the one or more processors are configured to send configurable data corresponding to the second location to the storage device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2020
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: David C. Fly, Matthew J. Lipsey, Preston C. Phillips, Jason Newport, Andrew R. Lobo, Joseph Chwan, Frederick J. Rogers, Sean W. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20200410434
    Abstract: The present application describes an automated inventory control system that comprises one or more storage devices containing a plurality of storage locations for storing objects and first and second predefined locations. The first and second predefined locations for receiving one or more objects includes a sensing system that is configured to sense when an object is deposited at the first and second predefined locations, respectively. The one or more processors are configured to automatically assign a first status to the object and cause transmission of an alert indicating the first status of the deposited object when an object is deposited at the first predefined location. The one or more processors are configured to track a plurality of transactions associated with the deposited object after a user checks the deposited object out of the first predefined location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2020
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: David C. Fly, Mathew J. Lipsey, Preston C. Phillips, Jason Newport, Andrew R. Lobo, Joseph Chwan, Frederick J. Rogers, Sean W. Ryan
  • Publication number: 20200406755
    Abstract: An illustrative example embodiment of a display includes a cover, a plurality of display panels that collectively establish a display area, and a polarizer between the display panels and the cover. The polarizer is coextensive with the entire display area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2019
    Publication date: December 31, 2020
    Inventors: J. Roger Davis, John D. Newton
  • Patent number: 10857885
    Abstract: An illustrative example embodiment of a display includes a cover, a plurality of display panels that collectively establish a display area, and a polarizer between the display panels and the cover. The polarizer is coextensive with the entire display area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: Aptiv Technologies Limited
    Inventors: J. Roger Davis, John D. Newton
  • Patent number: 10850615
    Abstract: An illustrative example assembly includes a display having a first side for displaying at least one image and a second side facing opposite the first side. The display includes a first portion having a first plurality of layers between the first side and the second side. The display includes a second portion having a second plurality of layers between the first side and the second side. The second plurality of layers includes at least one additional layer more than the first plurality of layers. A camera is situated near the second side of the display with a field of view of the camera at least partially aligned with the first portion of the display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2020
    Assignee: Aptiv Technologies Limited
    Inventors: John Newton, J. Roger Davis
  • Patent number: 10830357
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to advanced materials, particularly single crystal grain structures including the formation of single crystal grain structures. Single crystal grain structures offer improved mechanical properties when used with individual components. Improving mechanical properties is favorable for components that are used in applications with high temperature, pressure, and stress. In these applications, mechanical failure is extremely undesirable. Individual components, such as seals, can be designed with a single crystal grain structure in a preferred direction. By selecting a preferred direction, and orienting the single crystal grain structure accordingly, the single crystal grain structure can improve the component's mechanical properties. Single crystal grain structure seals and the method of forming the seals, therefore, offer various improvements to individual components, specifically when the components are designed for high temperature, pressure, and stress applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2020
    Assignee: RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
    Inventors: Michael G. McCaffrey, Jeffrey M. Wittman, Dilip M. Shah, Alan D. Cetel, Timothy M. Davis, Mark J. Rogers
  • Patent number: 10808563
    Abstract: A vane seal system includes a first non-rotatable vane segment that has a first airfoil with a first pocket at one end thereof. A second non-rotatable vane segment includes a second airfoil with a second pocket at one end thereof spaced by a gap from the first pocket. A seal member spans across the gap and extends in the first pocket and the second pocket. The seal member includes a seal element and at least one spring portion configured to positively locate the seal member in a sealing direction. Also disclosed is a seal for a vane seal system and a method related thereto for damping relative movement between a first pocket and a second pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2020
    Assignee: Raytheon Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Mark J. Rogers, Carl S. Richardson, Richard K. Hayford, Kenneth E. Carman, Jonathan J. Earl
  • Patent number: 10801342
    Abstract: A vane cluster for a gas turbine engine includes a first end-of-cluster vane, a second end-of-cluster vane, a neighbor vane adjacent to the second end-of-cluster vane at an interface that includes an angled load interface therebetween; and a multiple of base vanes between the first end-of-cluster vane and the neighbor vane, the angled load interface different than an interface between each of the multiple of base vane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2020
    Assignee: Raytheon Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Mark David Ring, Scot A Webb, Mark J Rogers, Gerald D Cassella, Charles H Warner, Eric A Kuehne, Jonathan J Earl, Matthew M Zietala, Neil L Tatman, Randall J Butcher, Matthew R Willett, Nicholas R Leslie
  • Patent number: 10795837
    Abstract: A method, computer program product, and system are provided for associating one or more memory buffers in a computing system with a plurality of memory channels. The method can include associating a first memory buffer to a first plurality of memory banks, where the first plurality of memory banks spans over a first set of one or more memory channels. Similarly, the method can include associating a second memory buffer to a second plurality of memory banks, where the second plurality of memory banks spans over a second set of one or more memory channels. The method can also include associating a first sequence identifier and a second sequence identifier with the first memory buffer and the second memory buffer, respectively. Further, the method can include accessing the first and second memory buffers based on the first and second sequence identifiers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2020
    Assignee: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
    Inventors: Greg Sadowski, Philip J. Rogers
  • Publication number: 20200297584
    Abstract: A tubing assembly for use in conjunction with electronic catheter guidance systems is provided and includes a catheter and steering apparatus. The catheter has a proximal end and a distal end that define a lumen therebetween and extends in a longitudinal direction. The steering apparatus includes an electrical connection and a sheath. Further, the sheath includes an electroactive polymer layer, and the sheath's proximal end is coupled to the distal end of the electrical connection, where the steering apparatus is located within the lumen of the catheter. Activation of the electroactive polymer layer results in a change in dimension of the sheath, which initiates a change in a direction in which the catheter travels within a patient's body to assist in accurate placement of the catheter at a desired location. A catheter guidance system and a method for steering a catheter during its placement inside a body are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2019
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Inventor: Daniel J. Rogers
  • Publication number: 20200282217
    Abstract: A catheter system configured for delivering a neuromodulation therapy, includes a first therapeutic element positionable in a first target vessel selected from the group of blood vessels consisting of the superior vena cava, left brachiocephalic vein, right brachiocephalic vein, azygos vein or azygos arch, and a second therapeutic element in a second target vessel selected from the group of blood vessels consisting of the superior vena cava, left brachiocephalic vein, right brachiocephalic vein, internal jugular vein, azygos vein or azygos arch. The system and associated method deliver therapeutic energy to at least one parasympathetic nerve fiber external to the first target vessel using the first therapeutic element, and deliver therapeutic energy to at least one sympathetic nerve fiber external to the second target vessel using the second therapeutic element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: Stephen C. Masson, Michael Cuchiara, Efrain A. Miranda, Richard A. Glenn, A J. Rogers
  • Publication number: 20200282165
    Abstract: Enteral tubes, tube tip detection systems, and methods for detecting tube misplacement are provided. For example, a tube tip detection system comprises an enteral tube having a tip and a first light disposed at the tip that is illuminated as the enteral tube is inserted into a patient to indicate to a user of the system whether the tip is misplaced in the patient's airway. Similarly, enteral tubes are provided that comprise a tip, a length, and a light that is continuously illuminated as the enteral tube is inserted into a patient. Methods for detecting a tube misplacement in a patient's airway include embedding a light into an enteral tube, inserting the enteral tube into the patient through the patient's nose or mouth, and monitoring a location of the light as the enteral tube is inserted into the patient to determine if the tube is traveling into the patient's airway.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2019
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventor: Daniel J. Rogers
  • Patent number: 10740994
    Abstract: An inventory control system and method determines an inventory condition of objects stored in the system. Embodiments include a storage container including a plurality of storage locations for storing objects; an image sensing device to capture image data of the container, including image data of the plurality of storage locations and a target area that includes an individual object storage location having less than the plurality of storage locations; a data storage device for storing the image data of the container; and a data processor. The processor receives initial image data representing an initial image of the plurality of storage locations, and image data representing an image of the target area captured subsequent to the initial image; modifies the initial image data based on the image data of the target area to generate adjusted image data; and stores the adjusted image data in the data storage device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2020
    Assignee: SNAP-ON INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Preston Phillips, David C. Fly, Matthew J. Lipsey, Joseph Chwan, Jr., Frederick J. Rogers
  • Patent number: 10731123
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for conducting the identification and quantification of micro-organisms, e.g., bacteria, in biological samples. More particularly, the invention relates to a system comprising a disposable cartridge and an optics cup or cuvette having a tapered surface; wherein the walls are angled to allow for better coating and better striations of the light. The system may utilize the disposable cartridge in the sample processor and the optics cup or cuvette in the optical analyzer, wherein the optics cup also has a floor in the shape of an inverted arch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: POCARED Diagnostics LTD.
    Inventors: Gal Ingber, Martha J. Rogers
  • Patent number: 10731493
    Abstract: A seal for sealing a radially outer component of a gas turbine engine stator to a radially inner component thereof includes an axially resilient seal carrier adapted for mounting the seal carrier and including at a radially inner portion thereof, a pair of radially spaced, axially extending, radially resilient jaws adapted to clamp a sealing element such as a rope seal there between in sealing engagement with a radially inner component of the engine stator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: Ratheyon Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy M. Davis, Mark J. Rogers, Mark Broomer, Craig R. McGarrah, Carson A. Roy Thill
  • Publication number: 20200214660
    Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure relate to an ergonomic chestpiece for a stethoscope. The chestpiece includes a bottom surface which is generally planar and adapted to be placed near the patient for receiving auscultatory sounds. The chestpiece includes a raised center portion defining first and second lateral indented gripping surfaces, the raised center portion having a top surface opposite the bottom surface. The chestpiece includes a stem portion extending distally from the raised center portion. The first lateral indented gripping surface is defined by a first wall comprising a first concave surface arcuate about a first axis and the second lateral indented gripping surface is defined by a second wall comprising a second concave surface arcuate about a second axis. The first axis and the second axis form a V-shape comprising an apex oriented in a direction of the stem portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2018
    Publication date: July 9, 2020
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: William Bedingham, Daniel J. Rogers, Tyler J. Sandback
  • Patent number: 10704539
    Abstract: A metering pump includes a motor having a motor shaft extending through a drive housing, a carriage assembly disposed around the motor shaft and within the drive housing, a plunger return block mounted to the carriage assembly, a piston disposed along an axis, and a carriage bearing disposed on the motor shaft and within the carriage assembly, slidably coupled to the carriage assembly, and configured to provide a second contact point for maintaining the alignment of the carriage assembly with the axis of the piston. The piston further includes a stroke adjuster mounted to the carriage assembly to provide a first contact point for maintaining the alignment of the carriage assembly with the piston, a drive shaft connected to the stroke adjuster, and a plunger connected to the drive shaft. The metering pump also includes a cam coupled to the motor shaft to rotate with the motor shaft and a bearing disposed around the cam to rotate therewith and to contact the stroke adjuster and the plunger return block.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Assignee: Graco Minnesota Inc.
    Inventors: Derek R. Shaw, John R. Ingebrand, Joseph A. Daniski, Daniel J. Rogers, Corey D. Meyer
  • Patent number: 10667782
    Abstract: A stethoscope includes a flexible chest piece including a top surface, a bottom surface, a side surface defining a slope between the top surface and the bottom surface, and a groove extending along an inner circumference of the chest piece. A diaphragm is positioned within the groove.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2020
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Joseph P. Keller, Robert S. Kody, Daniel J. Rogers, Raymond L. Watrous
  • Publication number: 20200160053
    Abstract: An asset management system automatically generates and updates tool data stored in and used by the system for determining the presence or absence of tools or other inventory objects in the systems. The tool data can be automatically generated when a tool is newly added to the automated asset management system, and can be updated if and when characteristics of the tool and/or automated asset management system change. The automatic generation and updating includes automatically recognizing unique identifiers of tags located on inventory objects, automatically identifying an inventory object to associate with each unique identifier, and automatically populating a database to store each unique identifier in association with stored data for the corresponding inventory object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2020
    Publication date: May 21, 2020
    Inventors: Matthew J. LIPSEY, David C. FLY, Preston C. PHILLIPS, Jason NEWPORT, Andrew R. LOBO, Joseph CHWAN, Frederick J. ROGERS, Sean W. RYAN, Thomas L. KASSOUF
  • Publication number: 20200124683
    Abstract: An electric power distribution system is used with an electric power source. The electric power distribution system includes a first device exchanging first electric power with the electric power source. The first device exchanges the first electric power with a plurality of second devices and meters first electric energy corresponding to the first electric power. The second devices exchange the first electric power with the first device. Each of the second devices exchanges second electric power as at least part of the first electric power with a number of corresponding electric loads and meter second electric energy corresponding to the second electric power. A processor includes a routine that compares the metered first electric energy from the first device with a sum of the metered second electric energy from each of the second devices, and responsively determines proper or improper operation of the electric power distribution system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Applicant: EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LIMITED
    Inventors: DAVID AUSTIN ELDRIDGE, RONALD L. THOMPSON, BRANDON J. ROGERS, MAXIMILIAN A. MUELLER