Patents by Inventor Andrew Gartrell
Andrew Gartrell 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).
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Patent number: 10498935Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention include a modular video camera system that can be adapted to mount to a number of different surfaces and perform a number of different functions. Some embodiments include a video camera housing having a front portion with a camera lens and infra-red (IR) emitter disposed thereon, a mounting apparatus to couple to and secure the camera system to a window pane such that the front portion of the housing faces the window pane, and a silicone-based compound, placed between the IR emitter and the window pane, that is translucent to IR light and prevents IR light from reflecting off of the window pane and into the camera lens. Some embodiments include a video camera system with a battery pack coupled to a base support having an orientation adjustment apparatus to prevent inadvertent adjustments to an orientation of the video camera system.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2018Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Andrew Gartrell, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Patent number: 10412289Abstract: In one example, a controller of a camera is configured to detect a mechanical connection of an accessory for the camera through data received by a sensor. The accessory includes a physical component that performs a function for the camera. The function may replace an existing function of the camera or supplement an existing function of the camera. The controller identifies one or more identification marks on the accessory to determine an existence of the accessory or a position of the accessory. The controller may disable an existing function of the camera or modify a configuration of the camera based on the identification marks.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2017Date of Patent: September 10, 2019Assignee: HERE Global B.V.Inventors: Vids Samanta, Andrew Gartrell, Rhys Newman, Jeremy Matters, Julian Bleecker
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Patent number: 10321029Abstract: In certain embodiments, a video camera system includes a camera housing including a back side, a plurality of concentric electrical traces disposed on the back side of the camera housing, and a notched mounting apparatus disposed on the back side of the camera housing, where the notched mounting apparatus can be operable to receive and secure a modular attachment to the camera housing such that the modular attachment is mechanically and rotatably coupled to the camera housing. In some implementations, the one or more of the concentric electrical traces can be configured to contact one or more electrical contacts of the modular attachment and remain in contact with the one or more electrical contacts as the camera housing is rotated with respect to the modular attachment.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2017Date of Patent: June 11, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Andrew Gartrell, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Publication number: 20180316830Abstract: In certain embodiments, a video camera system includes a camera housing including a back side, a plurality of concentric electrical traces disposed on the back side of the camera housing, and a notched mounting apparatus disposed on the back side of the camera housing, where the notched mounting apparatus can be operable to receive and secure a modular attachment to the camera housing such that the modular attachment is mechanically and rotatably coupled to the camera housing. In some implementations, the one or more of the concentric electrical traces can be configured to contact one or more electrical contacts of the modular attachment and remain in contact with the one or more electrical contacts as the camera housing is rotated with respect to the modular attachment.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2017Publication date: November 1, 2018Inventors: Andrew Gartrell, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Publication number: 20180316832Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention include a modular video camera system that can be adapted to mount to a number of different surfaces and perform a number of different functions. Some embodiments include a video camera housing having a front portion with a camera lens and infra-red (IR) emitter disposed thereon, a mounting apparatus to couple to and secure the camera system to a window pane such that the front portion of the housing faces the window pane, and a silicone-based compound, placed between the IR emitter and the window pane, that is translucent to IR light and prevents IR light from reflecting off of the window pane and into the camera lens. Some embodiments include a video camera system with a battery pack coupled to a base support having an orientation adjustment apparatus to prevent inadvertent adjustments to an orientation of the video camera system.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2018Publication date: November 1, 2018Inventors: Andrew Gartrell, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Patent number: 10048570Abstract: In certain embodiments, a video camera system includes a modular attachment to couple to a video camera housing, the modular attachment including a slot extending into the modular attachment and a base support including a ball-and-socket joint providing a range of motion for the base support and a tongue fixed to the ball-and-socket joint and extending therefrom, where the slot is configured to receive the tongue such that the modular attachment couples and secures to the base support according to a first friction, and where an orientation of the battery pack with respect to the base support is adjustable according to the range of motion of the ball-and-socket joint according to a second friction. The second friction can be greater than the first friction such that coupling or decoupling the battery pack from the base support does not cause the ball-and-socket joint to rotate.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2017Date of Patent: August 14, 2018Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Andrew Gartrell, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Patent number: 9948837Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention include a modular video camera system that can be adapted to mount to a number of different surfaces and perform a number of different functions. Some embodiments include a video camera housing having a front portion with a camera lens and infra-red (IR) emitter disposed thereon, a mounting apparatus to couple to and secure the camera system to a window pane such that the front portion of the housing faces the window pane, and a silicone-based compound, placed between the IR emitter and the window pane, that is translucent to IR light and prevents IR light from reflecting off of the window pane and into the camera lens. Some embodiments include a video camera system with a battery pack coupled to a base support having an orientation adjustment apparatus to prevent inadvertent adjustments to an orientation of the video camera system.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2017Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Andrew Gartrell, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Publication number: 20180027160Abstract: In one example, a controller of a camera is configured to detect a mechanical connection of an accessory for the camera through data received by a sensor. The accessory includes a physical component that performs a function for the camera. The function may replace an existing function of the camera or supplement an existing function of the camera. The controller identifies one or more identification marks on the accessory to determine an existence of the accessory or a position of the accessory. The controller may disable an existing function of the camera or modify a configuration of the camera based on the identification marks.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2017Publication date: January 25, 2018Inventors: Vids Samanta, Andrew Gartrell, Rhys Newman, Jeremy Matters, Julian Bleecker
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Patent number: 9807290Abstract: In one example, a controller of a camera is configured to detect a mechanical connection of an accessory for the camera through data received by a sensor. The accessory includes a physical component that performs a function for the camera. The function may replace an existing function of the camera or supplement an existing function of the camera. The controller identifies one or more identification marks on the accessory to determine an existence of the accessory or a position of the accessory. The controller may disable an existing function of the camera or modify a configuration of the camera based on the identification marks.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2017Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignee: HERE Global B.V.Inventors: Vids Samanta, Andrew Gartrell, Rhys Newman, Jeremy Matters, Julian Bleecker
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Publication number: 20170150024Abstract: In one example, a controller of a camera is configured to detect a mechanical connection of an accessory for the camera through data received by a sensor. The accessory includes a physical component that performs a function for the camera. The function may replace an existing function of the camera or supplement an existing function of the camera. The controller identifies one or more identification marks on the accessory to determine an existence of the accessory or a position of the accessory. The controller may disable an existing function of the camera or modify a configuration of the camera based on the identification marks.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2017Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Vids Samanta, Andrew Gartrell, Rhys Newman, Jeremy Matters, Julian Bleecker
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Patent number: 9429818Abstract: An accessory includes a body including a dial having a surface and multiple sets of optically-recognizable identification marks formed as part of the surface. The identification marks for each set are formed to be recognizable by a sensor having a two dimensional array of pixels. An apparatus includes a body comprising a groove having a first surface configured to align with a second surface of an accessory when a portion of the accessory is placed into the groove and a sensor formed in the first surface. The sensor includes a two dimensional array of pixels. An apparatus captures, with the sensor, an image of one of a set of multiple optically-recognizable identification marks formed as part of a surface of the dial, determines from the captured image a specific one of multiple possible accessories interchangeable for use with the apparatus, and performs configuration operation(s) based on the specific accessory.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2014Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: HERE GLOBAL B.V.Inventors: Marko A. Sarasmo, Andrew Gartrell, Tom Arbisi, Vidyut Samanta, John-Rhys Newman, Jeremy Matters, Simon James, Julian Bleecker
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Patent number: 9413960Abstract: A method, apparatus and computer program product are provided so as to capture video images such that an image of a moment of significance is captured within the video. In the context of a method, an indication is received that a video capture user input will be subsequently provided directing that video images be captured. The method then determines whether a pre-roll is to be captured in advance of the video capture user input. The method causes the video images to be captured in response to the video capture user input. The video images include a start frame captured temporarily proximate receipt of the video capture user input. The method receives a video capture completion user input indicating that the capturing of the video images should be ceased. In response to receipt of the video capture completion user input, the method causes a post-roll to be captured.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2014Date of Patent: August 9, 2016Assignee: HERE Global B.VInventors: Maarten Hammendorp, Stephen Hartford, Pascal Wever, Andrew Gartrell
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Patent number: 9262120Abstract: Techniques for providing a graphical user interface for an audio channel include receiving data that indicates multiple audio contents for audio presentation at a first node. A graphical user interface is formed, which displays a time sequence of the plurality of audio contents for presentation, and which associates with each audio content one or more selectable operations on the audio content. Presentation of the graphical user interface is caused at a second node. In response to causing presentation of the graphical user interface, data is received that indicates an associated operation on audio content based on input from the second node.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2009Date of Patent: February 16, 2016Assignee: Nokia Technologies OyInventors: Jan Chipchase, Pascal Wever, Nikolaj Bestle, Pawena Thimaporn, Thomas Arbisi, John-Rhys Newman, Andrew Gartrell, Simon James, Carrie Chan
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Publication number: 20150286114Abstract: An accessory includes a body including a dial having a surface and multiple sets of optically-recognizable identification marks formed as part of the surface. The identification marks for each set are formed to be recognizable by a sensor having a two dimensional array of pixels. An apparatus includes a body comprising a groove having a first surface configured to align with a second surface of an accessory when a portion of the accessory is placed into the groove and a sensor formed in the first surface. The sensor includes a two dimensional array of pixels. An apparatus captures, with the sensor, an image of one of a set of multiple optically-recognizable identification marks formed as part of a surface of the dial, determines from the captured image a specific one of multiple possible accessories interchangeable for use with the apparatus, and performs configuration operation(s) based on the specific accessory.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2014Publication date: October 8, 2015Applicant: HERE Global B.VInventors: Marko A. SARASMO, Andrew Gartrell, Tom Arbisi, Vidyut Samanta, John-Rhys Newman, Jeremy Matters, Simon James, Juilan Bleecker
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Patent number: D827011Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2016Date of Patent: August 28, 2018Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Timucin Kip, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Andrew Gartrell
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Patent number: D840462Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2017Date of Patent: February 12, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Aron Michael Rosenberg, Andrew Gartrell, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Patent number: D841077Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2018Date of Patent: February 19, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Timucin Kip, Aron Michael Rosenberg, Andrew Gartrell
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Patent number: D841723Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2017Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Aron Michael Rosenberg, Andrew Gartrell, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Patent number: D849080Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2017Date of Patent: May 21, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Aron Michael Rosenberg, Andrew Gartrell, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip
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Patent number: D853465Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2017Date of Patent: July 9, 2019Assignee: Logitech Europe S.A.Inventors: Aron Michael Rosenberg, Andrew Gartrell, Gaurav Bradoo, Timucin Kip