Patents by Inventor Anthony Black

Anthony Black 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: 12139178
    Abstract: A gondola car has a door and an associated door frame the end. The door hangs hingedly from the header of the frame. The header runs across the top of the door opening and is connected to the top chords at either side. The door posts are positioned inside the side sheets and tie into the header at each upper corner. The side sheets lap onto the door posts to allow longitudinal adjustment of the side assemblies and the door frame relative to each other, at assembly. The side posts are connected to the header with a tie plate that is bolted to both members. The car may also have a tarp dome at each end. The tarp dome has non-welded connections that have play to permit the tarp dome to accommodate movement of the top chords.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2024
    Assignee: National Steel Car Limited
    Inventors: Oliver M. Veit, Kenneth Wayne Black, James W. Forbes, Mark Anthony Suffoletta, James Batchelor
  • Publication number: 20240298756
    Abstract: A puller handle (10) includes an elongated upper structure having bifurcated feet (11a) and (11b) in it's base, with a transverse aperture (12) along a perpendicular plane to that of the puller handle (10) defined in each foot. A slider fastener (100) is positioned inferior to the puller handle (10) which is mounted astride a bridge (101) defined on the upper surface of the slider fastener (100). A pin (15) having a head (16) is inserted in the aperture (12) in the proximal foot (11a) and is positioned across an aperture (102) defined beneath a bridge (101) to access the other aperture (12) in the distal foot (11b). Threads (14) are defined within the surface of the aperture (12) in foot (11b) to engage into threads (18) defined on the surface of pin (15). The head (16) defined on pin (15) functions to stop the movement of the pin (15) through the aperture (12) in foot (11a). Slot (17) on the head (16) provides a site for engagement of a suitable tool to move pin (15) through the aperture when it is pivoted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2023
    Publication date: September 12, 2024
    Inventor: Alfred Anthony Black
  • Publication number: 20230065759
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method, a computer system and a computer program product manage a medical treatment of a care recipient. The method includes obtaining a treatment record for the care recipient from a server. The method also includes capturing real-time biometric data of the care recipient using a plurality of sensors. The method further includes determining a severity level of the adverse event by comparing the real-time biometric data with the treatment record in response to detecting an adverse event in the real-time biometric data. In addition, the method includes generating a recommendation for an alternative treatment in response to the severity level being above a threshold. Lastly, the method includes transmitting a notification comprising the recommendation to a treatment provider.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2021
    Publication date: March 2, 2023
    Inventors: David Bacarella, Clinton Anthony Black, Natalie Brooks Powell, ARIS GKOULALAS-DIVANIS, Susan Hallen, Pranay Kumar Jha, Elisabetta Rinaldi, Akila Srinivasan
  • Patent number: 11291918
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2022
    Assignee: Zynga Inc.
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Patent number: 10941746
    Abstract: An igniter (09) includes an elongated tubular housing (10) with a polygonal top (14) having a central aperture (16) defined therein, communicating into a central chamber (20) along a longitudinal axis to an end at a base (18). A terminal (13a) projects from the polygonal top (14). A channel (11a) along a longitudinal axis is formed within the housing (10) in which is mounted an insulator (15). At least a portion of the insulator (15) may extend from the base (18). An electrode (13) connected to the terminal (13a) or (13b) is embedded within the insulator (15), to an end in the base (18). Prongs (19) extend from the electrode (13) towards the outer periphery of the housing (10) or towards the central chamber (20). The prongs (19) end in proximity to the outer housing wall (11), or the inner housing wall (12). The prongs (19) may be one or more projections and have sharp edges for multiple and increased spark presentations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2021
    Inventor: Alfred Anthony Black
  • Publication number: 20200222814
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2020
    Publication date: July 16, 2020
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Patent number: 10668388
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2020
    Assignee: Zynga Inc.
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Patent number: 10428823
    Abstract: A compressor has an axial portion and a centrifugal portion. A disk structure is provided to support the centrifugal portion and is connected to the centrifugal portion with a rabbet joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Andrew Mark Del Donno, Justin Anthony Black
  • Publication number: 20180193754
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2018
    Publication date: July 12, 2018
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Patent number: 9937424
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2018
    Assignee: Zynga Inc.
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Publication number: 20160131144
    Abstract: A compressor has an axial portion and a centrifugal portion. A disk structure is provided to support the centrifugal portion and is connected to the centrifugal portion with a rabbet joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2015
    Publication date: May 12, 2016
    Inventors: Andrew Mark DEL DONNO, Justin Anthony BLACK
  • Publication number: 20140335960
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2014
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Publication number: 20140261272
    Abstract: An igniter (09) includes an elongated tubular housing (10) with a polygonal top (14) having a central aperture (16) defined therein, communicating into a central chamber (20) along a longitudinal axis to an end at a base (18). A terminal (13a) projects from the polygonal top (14). A channel (11a) along a longitudinal axis is formed within the housing (10) in which is mounted an insulator (15). At least a portion of the insulator (15) may extend from the base (18). An electrode (13) connected to the terminal (13a) or (13b) is embedded within the insulator (15), to an end in the base (18). Prongs (19) extend from the electrode (13) towards the outer periphery of the housing (10) or towards the central chamber (20). The prongs (19) end in proximity to the outer housing wall (11), or the inner housing wall (12). The prongs (19) may be one or more projections and have sharp edges for multiple and increased spark presentations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventor: Alfred Anthony Black
  • Patent number: 8790182
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2014
    Assignee: Zynga Inc.
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Publication number: 20120302352
    Abstract: A collaborative diplomacy mechanics system for an online game is described. A player selects an ally to be engaged in a combat mode of an online social game against an enemy. The profile of the selected ally is retrieved. An ally power up weapon is generated based on the profile of the selected ally. The ally power up weapon is applied against a combat unit of an enemy of a player in the combat mode. The ally power up weapon can also be applied on a combat unit of the player in the combat mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2011
    Publication date: November 29, 2012
    Inventors: Amer Ajami, Hans C. Yang, Michael John Goodwin, Gregory Anthony Black
  • Patent number: 7954606
    Abstract: An elevator system (20) includes a sensor (30, 36) for detecting the presence of an individual within a hoistway (24). A controller (32) prevents movement of an elevator car (22) whenever an individual is in the hoistway (24). A pit override device (34) provides an override signal to the controller (32) permitting movement of the elevator car (22) if someone is in a pit (26). A car top override device (38) selectively provides an override signal to the controller (32) permitting movement of the car. A disclosed example includes controlling at least one light (40) within the hoistway (24) in conjunction with movement or attempted movement of the elevator car (22).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: Otis Elevator Company
    Inventors: Helio Tinone, Anthony Black, Nora E. LaFreniere
  • Publication number: 20080223667
    Abstract: An elevator system (20) includes a sensor (30, 36) for detecting the presence of an individual within a hoistway (24). A controller (32) prevents movement of an elevator car (22) whenever an individual is in the hoistway (24). A pit override device (34) provides an override signal to the controller (32) permitting movement of the elevator car (22) if someone is in a pit (26). A car top override device (38) selectively provides an override signal to the controller (32) permitting movement of the car. A disclosed example includes controlling at least one light (40) within the hoistway (24) in conjunction with movement or attempted movement of the elevator car (22).
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2005
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventors: Helio Tinone, Anthony Black, Nora E. LaFreniere