Patents by Inventor Andrew Smart
Andrew Smart 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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Publication number: 20220368724Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices supporting active fingerprinting for transport layer security (TLS) servers are described. In some systems, a client device may transmit a same set of client hello messages to each TLS server. The client device may receive a set of server hello messages in response to the standard set of client hello messages based on the contents of each client hello message. For example, a server hello message may indicate a selected cipher suite, TLS protocol version, and set of extensions in response to the specific information included in a client hello message. The client device may generate a hash value (e.g., a fuzzy hash) based on the set of server hello messages received from a TLS server. By comparing the hash values generated for different TLS servers, the client device may determine whether the TLS configurations for the different TLS servers are the same or different.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2022Publication date: November 17, 2022Inventors: John Brooke Althouse, Andrew Smart, Randy Nunnally, JR., Michael Brady, Caleb Yu
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Patent number: 11411997Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices supporting active fingerprinting for transport layer security (TLS) servers are described. In some systems, a client device may transmit a same set of client hello messages to each TLS server. The client device may receive a set of server hello messages in response to the standard set of client hello messages based on the contents of each client hello message. For example, a server hello message may indicate a selected cipher suite, TLS protocol version, and set of extensions in response to the specific information included in a client hello message. The client device may generate a hash value (e.g., a fuzzy hash) based on the set of server hello messages received from a TLS server. By comparing the hash values generated for different TLS servers, the client device may determine whether the TLS configurations for the different TLS servers are the same or different.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2020Date of Patent: August 9, 2022Assignee: Salesforce, Inc.Inventors: John Brooke Althouse, Andrew Smart, Randy Nunnally, Jr., Michael Brady, Caleb Yu
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Publication number: 20220053023Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices supporting active fingerprinting for transport layer security (TLS) servers are described. In some systems, a client device may transmit a same set of client hello messages to each TLS server. The client device may receive a set of server hello messages in response to the standard set of client hello messages based on the contents of each client hello message. For example, a server hello message may indicate a selected cipher suite, TLS protocol version, and set of extensions in response to the specific information included in a client hello message. The client device may generate a hash value (e.g., a fuzzy hash) based on the set of server hello messages received from a TLS server. By comparing the hash values generated for different TLS servers, the client device may determine whether the TLS configurations for the different TLS servers are the same or different.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2020Publication date: February 17, 2022Inventors: John Brooke Althouse, Andrew Smart, Randy Nunnally, JR., Michael Brady, Caleb Yu
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Publication number: 20120130266Abstract: A system and method for estimating cognitive efficacy of an individual is provided. The individual is subjected to a plurality of tasks. Electroencephalogram (EEG) data from EEG sensors coupled to the individual are collected while the individual is performing the plurality of tasks. The EEG data are supplied to a trained classifier that generates an estimate of cognitive effort of the individual for each of the plurality of tasks performed by the individual.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2010Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.Inventors: Santosh Mathan, Patricia May Ververs, Andrew Smart
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Publication number: 20110187651Abstract: A method is provided for modifying input parameters of a touch panel in response to movement of the panel due to vibrations, turbulence, or a āGā force. The method includes sensing movement of a touch panel, the touch panel having a display region requiring a touch to indicate an input defined by the parameter, a threshold of the sensed movement being above which a user may be prevented from physically providing an accurate touch input due to the movement, and modifying the parameter based on the sensed movement being above the threshold. Feedback may be provided and modified in response to the parameter being satisfied by the touch.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2010Publication date: August 4, 2011Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.Inventors: Stephen Whitlow, William Rogers, Jeff Lancaster, Robert E. De Mers, Andrew Smart
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Patent number: 7520337Abstract: A method of shaping furrows in soil includes the steps of: determining existing elevation profiles for a plurality of existing furrows in a geographic unit; establishing a target elevation profile for each of the existing furrows; and moving soil laterally either toward or away from one or both side walls along a length of each furrow to achieve the target elevation profiles within the geographic unit.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2007Date of Patent: April 21, 2009Assignee: Deere & CompanyInventors: Andrew Smart, Frederick William Nelson
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Publication number: 20080172159Abstract: A method of shaping furrows in soil includes the steps of: determining existing elevation profiles for a plurality of existing furrows in a geographic unit; establishing a target elevation profile for each of the existing furrows; and moving soil laterally either toward or away from one or both side walls along a length of each furrow to achieve the target elevation profiles within the geographic unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2007Publication date: July 17, 2008Inventors: Andrew Smart, Frederick William Nelson
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Patent number: 6107795Abstract: An in-pipe vehicle for carrying out at least one operation in a pipeline. The vehicle comprises a train of modules 11-16 interlinked by suspension units 17 to allow serpentine movement through pipe bends. The vehicle train has its own internal power supply and drive mechanism in respective modules. A detector module 14 determines the presence of a service junction and a manipulative module 13 allows the vehicle to be temporarily wedged in the pipeline whilst providing rotational movement to facilitate the desired operation at the junction. This can include drilling and welding of a service pipe to the main using appropriate modules.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 1998Date of Patent: August 22, 2000Assignee: British Gas plcInventor: Andrew Smart
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Patent number: 6084402Abstract: A flexible probe for insertion into an auxiliary pipe indicates the proximity of the auxiliary pipe to a device within a main pipe. The probe includes an apparatus for generating a magnetic field for detection within the main pipe. An indicator associated with the probe generates a signal when the probe is adjacent the main pipe. The magnetic field generating apparatus includes a coil with an electronic circuit for generating an alternating current signal and also includes a switch operable when the probe contacts the main pipe.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 1999Date of Patent: July 4, 2000Assignee: BG plcInventor: Andrew Smart
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Patent number: 6031371Abstract: An in-pipe vehicle for carrying out at least one operation in a pipeline. The vehicle includes a train of modules interlinked by suspension units to allow serpentine movement through pipe bends. The vehicle train has its own internal power supply and drive mechanism in the modules. A detector module determines the presence of a service junction using magnetic field information. A manipulative module allows the vehicle to be temporarily wedged in the pipeline while providing rotational movement to facilitate the desired operation at the junction. This may include drilling and welding of a service pipe to the main using appropriate modules. A remote probe typically containing a magnetic field generator can be used to assist in service junction location by the vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 1998Date of Patent: February 29, 2000Assignee: BG plcInventor: Andrew Smart
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Patent number: 5878783Abstract: An in-pipe vehicle for carrying out at least one operation in a pipeline. The vehicle comprises a train of modules 11-16 interlinked by suspension units 17 to allow serpentine movement through pipe bends. The vehicle train has its own internal power supply and drive mechanism in respective modules. A detector module 14 determines the presence of a service junction and a manipulative module 13 allows the vehicle to be temporarily wedged in the pipeline whilst providing rotational movement to facilitate the desired operation at the junction. This can include drilling and welding of a service pipe to the main using appropriate modules.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 1996Date of Patent: March 9, 1999Assignee: British Gas plcInventor: Andrew Smart
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Patent number: 5296073Abstract: A polyethylene pipe 10 is joined by a welded joint to a cross-linked polyethylene coupler 14 which has been expanded to make the coupler heat recoverable. Radiant energy (eg light in the visible spectrum or infra-red light) illuminates the outer surface of the coupler 14 supplied by an array of 15OW reflector lamps 20. The coupler 14 shrinks and is forced into engagement with the pipe 10 and the pipe 12 to join the pipes. A fusion welded joint is formed between the coupler 14 and each pipe, 10, 12. In an alternative a pipe is drawn down and inserted in an aperture through the wall of another pipe. A lamp is inserted in the drawn down pipe and the radiant energy causes the pipe to expand into engagement with the edge of the aperture and to be joined to it by a welded joint (FIG. 2).Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 1992Date of Patent: March 22, 1994Assignee: British Gas plcInventors: Trevor G. Stafford, Andrew Smart