Patents by Inventor Andrew J. Miller

Andrew J. Miller 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).

  • Patent number: 12238165
    Abstract: Techniques are described for providing managed computer networks, such as for managed virtual computer networks overlaid on one or more other underlying computer networks. In some situations, the techniques include facilitating replication of a primary computing node that is actively participating in a managed computer network, such as by maintaining one or more other computing nodes in the managed computer network as replicas, and using such replica computing nodes in various manners. For example, a particular managed virtual computer network may span multiple broadcast domains of an underlying computer network, and a particular primary computing node and a corresponding remote replica computing node of the managed virtual computer network may be implemented in distinct broadcast domains of the underlying computer network, with the replica computing node being used to transparently replace the primary computing node in the virtual computer network if the primary computing node becomes unavailable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2025
    Assignee: Amazon Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Jason Brandwine, Kevin Christopher Miller, Andrew J. Doane
  • Patent number: 12209899
    Abstract: Systems and methods for estimating a blood volume within a canister. The system may include means for detecting a fluid level of the fluid, such as a float sensor mechanism disposed within the canister. An imaging device captures an image of the fluid within the canister. A processor determines an estimated concentration of a blood component in the fluid based on the image. The processor determines a canister volume of the fluid based on the detected fluid level, and estimates the blood volume within the canister based on the estimated concentration of the blood component and the determined canister volume. The processor may trigger the imaging device to capture the image based on a change in the canister volume. An insert may be arranged within the canister and positioned adjacent to and offset from a transparent region of the canister.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2025
    Assignee: Stryker Corporation
    Inventors: Siddarth Satish, Kevin J. Miller, Peter Hyoung, Andrew Hosford, Eric Hsieh
  • Patent number: 12207924
    Abstract: Systems and methods for assessing a flow of fluids suctioned from a patient. The flow of fluids may be divided according to a flow division ratio. An image of a first portion of the fluids may be evaluated to determine an estimated blood component quantity as a representative fraction of the flow of fluids. An intermittent estimate of blood loss may be determined based on the flow division ratio and the estimated blood component quantity, and a total estimate of blood loss updated based on the intermittent estimate. The representative fraction is projected or extended to be an estimated blood component quantity of the second portion of the fluids that bypasses the receptacle. The images may be continuously captured with a camera, and a fluid level of the fluids with a receptable may be continuously monitored. The total estimate of blood loss may be displayed in real-time on a display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2025
    Assignee: Stryker Corporation
    Inventors: Siddarth Satish, Peter Hyoung, Kevin J. Miller, Andrew Hosford, Eric Hsieh
  • Patent number: 12187353
    Abstract: The present invention relates to all terrain vehicles having at least a pair of laterally spaced apart seating surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2025
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Shawn D. Peterson, Calvin W. Cox, Andrew J. Miller
  • Publication number: 20230331081
    Abstract: A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame, a powertrain assembly, a front suspension assembly, and a rear suspension assembly. A cargo bed may be supported by the frame at the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle also includes an operator seat and at least one passenger seat positioned within an operator area. In one embodiment, the vehicle includes doors to enclose the operator area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2023
    Publication date: October 19, 2023
    Inventors: Daniel S. Weber, Brian N. Flick, Curtis C. Carruth, Shawn D. Peterson, Daniel L. Burt, Brent A. Erspamer, Clinton A. Johnson, Brian J. Seidel, Michael C. Bohnsack, Andrew J. Miller, Jason R. Fields, Amery D. Kuhl
  • Patent number: 11759006
    Abstract: A modular desktop organizer and system including a rectangular base with a tall superstructure and shallow side trays. The superstructure includes a U-slot for holding an upright smartphone with an inductive charger, and a deep cup for holding pens, scissors, and accessories. The base includes a channel-shaped tablet holder at the back. The base is electrically powered and includes USB ports. The modular components have a self-centering bias by way of a bottom bulge with a rounded periphery that nests within the top of another modular component having a complementary rounded lip. The modular components can be stacked to two, three or more levels high in an aligned and neat fashion due to the self-centering bias.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2023
    Assignee: Amax Inc.
    Inventors: Holly O'Brien, Dennis Danville, Noah E. Dingler, Andrew J. Miller, Julia Wright
  • Patent number: 11752860
    Abstract: A utility vehicle includes a plurality of ground-engaging members, a frame, a powertrain assembly, a front suspension assembly, and a rear suspension assembly. A cargo bed may be supported by the frame at the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle also includes an operator seat and at least one passenger seat positioned within an operator area. In one embodiment, the vehicle includes doors to enclose the operator area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2023
    Assignee: Polaris Industries Inc.
    Inventors: Jason R. Fields, Daniel S. Weber, Amery D. Kuhl, Andrew J. Miller
  • Publication number: 20230158825
    Abstract: Attachment systems, components, and methods are described herein that use a combination of attachment, anchor, or retention mechanisms to secure components to one another. By one approach, a combination of flap, swing clip, and notch features incorporated into one or more devices to provide the ability to attach or combine devices of multiple formats. In some configurations, the attachment systems include a device with at least one panel having a flap and a swing clip on a free edge thereof. The attachment systems also may include at least one attachable device having at least one panel with a notch formed on a free edge thereof. The attachable devices may be attached to each other in a configuration where the notch is aligned with the flap and the swing clip is in a closed position such that the notch and the flap are nested within the swing clip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2021
    Publication date: May 25, 2023
    Inventors: Michael Rowe, Jeremy Mudd, Edward Busam, Noah E. Dingler, Patrick Nolan, Andrew J. Miller, Nate Verso
  • Patent number: 11300988
    Abstract: A voltage boosting method, system, and circuit which can be incorporated into a battery or device or can be added as a circuit that interfaces between a battery and a device. Optionally, the voltage boosting system can be added without requiring the battery or the device to be modified. The voltage boosting circuit incorporates a pair of transformers and does not require a step-up transformer, thus enabling the circuit to be constructed in a compact form, optionally within a single integrated circuit package. One or more mechanical or automatic switches can be provided which enable the voltage boosting circuit to be disconnected from the battery and the load until such time as the voltage of the battery or battery bank falls below a predetermined amount, at which time the one or more switches can be activated, thus engaging the voltage boosting circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Assignee: Battery Savers Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew J. Miller, Mitchell Kirschner
  • Patent number: 11279439
    Abstract: A bracket, which can be in the form of first and second bracket members, desirably projects outwardly from the trailer frame and includes a bracket passageway. A housing includes a housing passageway extending at least partially through the housing and that communicates with the exterior of the housing through a locking insert receiving opening. The locking insert receiving opening, the housing passageway and the bracket passageways define a locking insert receiving passageway. A locking insert couples the housing to the bracket and thereby to the trailer frame. The locking insert includes an accessory arm receiving passageway communicating with the housing exterior through the locking insert receiving opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: Burley Design LLC
    Inventors: Evan Aamodt, Andrew J. Miller, Erin H. Morrissey, Scott Spence, Jonathan Anderegg, Matthew Downing
  • Patent number: 11148560
    Abstract: A bicycle seat recline adjusts the incline of a bicycle trailer seat back. The seat recline can comprise opposed gear racks engaged by gears at opposite ends of a cross member. The cross member is coupled to an upper portion of the seat back. Moving the cross member moves the gears in the gear racks and adjusts the angle of the seat back. The cross member is desirably selectively and simultaneously lockable to and releasable from any one of a plurality of positions along the gear rack. A lower portion of the seat back can pivot about a lower pivot axis. The gear racks can be arced to maintain a constant distance to the lower pivot axis as the cross member is moved and maintains a constant tension on the seat back. A plurality of seats with adjustable seat back reclines can be included in the bicycle trailer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Assignee: Burley Design LLC
    Inventors: Evan Aamodt, Mike Dotsey, Lindsay Malatesta, Andrew J. Miller, Erin H. Morrissey, Scott Spence, Jonathan Anderegg, Matthew Downing
  • Publication number: 20210204689
    Abstract: A modular desktop organizer and system including a rectangular base with a tall superstructure and shallow side trays. The superstructure includes a U-slot for holding an upright smartphone with an inductive charger, and a deep cup for holding pens, scissors, and accessories. The base includes a channel-shaped tablet holder at the back. The base is electrically powered and includes USB ports. The modular components have a self-centering bias by way of a bottom bulge with a rounded periphery that nests within the top of another modular component having a complementary rounded lip. The modular components can be stacked to two, three or more levels high in an aligned and neat fashion due to the self-centering bias.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2021
    Publication date: July 8, 2021
    Applicant: AMAX INCORPORATED d/b/a Goods iQ
    Inventors: Holly O'Brien, Dennis Danville, Noah E. Dingler, Andrew J. Miller, Julia Wright
  • Patent number: 11046132
    Abstract: A bicycle trailer latch comprises a skewer engaging surface that is desirably at least in part spherical, such as hemispherical. When engaging a bicycle skewer at the rear wheel of a bicycle, the spherical engagement surface allows more freedom of movement of the bicycle trailer relative to the skewer during towing. This enhances the trailers ability to track the movement of the bicycle. The latch can comprise a housing with a housing opening sized to receive the end portion of the bicycle wheel skewer. A stop inside the housing is pivotal to stop closed and stop open positions. In the stop closed position, the housing opening is sufficiently to block the decoupling of the latch from bicycle skewer. In the stop open position, the stop opens the housing opening sufficiently to permit passage of the end portion of the skewer through the housing opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Assignee: Burley Design LLC
    Inventors: Mike Dotsey, Evan Aamodt, Andrew J. Miller, Patrick Nolan, Noah Dingler, Sarah Campbell, Lindsay Malatesta, Erin H. Morrissey, Scott Spence, Jon Anderegg
  • Patent number: 10913319
    Abstract: A bicycle trailer pivot assembly can comprise first and second yoke arms with respective first and second end portions and a pivot coupling the first end portion of each yoke arm to a bicycle trailer frame. The first end portions the yoke arms comprise respective first and second hinge portions that interfit and that receive a hinge pin that couples the first end portions together and to the bicycle trailer frame for pivoting about an upright axis. The first and second hinge portion comprise respective stops positioned to engage one another to limit the maximum distance to which the second end portions of the first and second yoke arms can be spread apart. The first and second hinge portions can comprise respective stops that limit both the maximum and minimum spread apart positions of the second end portions of the yoke arms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: Burley Design LLC
    Inventors: Mike Dotsey, Evan Aamodt, Andrew J. Miller, Patrick Nolan, Noah Dingler, Sarah Campbell, Lindsay Malatesta, Erin H. Morrissey, Scott Spence, Jon Anderegg
  • Patent number: 10814931
    Abstract: A bicycle skewer for supporting a wheel of a bicycle between bicycle forks on opposite sides of the supported bicycle wheel comprises a skewer body having first and second end portions and a longitudinal axis about which a supported bicycle wheel pivots. In accordance with an embodiment, a first coupler is coupled to the first end portion of the skewer body and a second coupler is coupled to the second end portion of the skewer body; the bicycle wheel and forks being positioned between the first and second couplers. In addition, each of the first and second couplers comprise exterior surfaces at least a portion of which are spherical.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: Burley Design LLC
    Inventors: Mike Dotsey, Evan Aamodt, Andrew J. Miller, Scott Spence, Jon Anderegg
  • Patent number: 10730335
    Abstract: A component system comprising a component and a first binding system coupled to the component and configured to be coupled to a first type of a binding mechanism. The system further includes a second binding system movably coupled to the component and configured to be coupled to a second type of binding mechanism that is different from the first type of binding mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: ACCO Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Peter M. Bartlett, Patrick B. Nolan, Noah E. Dingler, Andrew J. Miller
  • Patent number: 10647379
    Abstract: A bicycle trailer has a frame with a hitch portion that comprises first and second yoke arms with respective first end and second end portions. Skewer engagement latches can be coupled to the second end portions of the yoke arms. The skewer engagement latches can have stops that pivot between stop open and closed positions. In the stop open positions, respective end portions of a bicycle skewer can inserted into or separated from the latches. In the stop closed positions, respective end portions of the bicycle skewer, if positioned in respective latches, are retained coupled to the yoke arms by the latches. The stops are moved between open and closed positions by an actuator, such as by respective cable portions attached to the stop portions. Desirably the actuator simultaneously moves the stops between the open and closed positions. The latches can have skewer engagement surfaces that are least in part spherical.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2020
    Assignee: Burley Design LLC
    Inventors: Mike Dotsey, Evan Aamodt, Andrew J. Miller, Patrick Nolan, Noah Dingler, Sarah Campbell, Lindsay Malatesta, Erin H. Morrissey, Scott Spence, Jon Anderegg
  • Patent number: 10648425
    Abstract: An aluminum piston including a cooling gallery with titled inner and outer side walls is provided. The piston comprises a ring belt with a ring grooves, and an iron insert is disposed in a top one of the ring grooves. To reduce stress and mass of the piston, material located under the iron insert is removed, so that the outer side wall of the cooling gallery is tilted toward the center axis. The inner side wall of the cooling gallery is tilted away from the center axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2020
    Assignee: Tenneco Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew J. Miller, Juan Gildemeister, Dawnelle Wielosinski
  • Patent number: D1006108
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: ACCO Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffrey M. Akins, Jeremy L. Mudd, Andrew J. Miller, Noah E. Dingler, Kevin Y. Shin, Patrick Nolan
  • Patent number: D1063376
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2025
    Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLC
    Inventors: Mark D. Miller, Nicholas James Lombardi, Steven M. Scott, Elizabeth Ruchte, Andrew J. Winterhalter, Liza Morris