Patents by Inventor Anthony Carter
Anthony Carter 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: 11951962Abstract: An acceleration detection system for a vehicle includes at least one inertial measurement unit, which includes at least one acceleration sensor configured for measuring an acceleration of the vehicle. The acceleration detection system further includes a temperature sensor configured for measuring a temperature of the inertial measurement unit to obtain a measured temperature. A cooler is configured for cooling the inertial measurement unit in function of the measured temperature.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2022Date of Patent: April 9, 2024Assignee: ALSTOM HoldingsInventors: Eugene Kogan, Boris Iordanov, Wayne Hintz, Andrew R. Carter, Mark Anthony Peryer, Jr.
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Patent number: 10366033Abstract: Described are systems, methods and computer-program product for replacing a prior input/output (I/O) module and terminal board with a universal I/O device by providing software based instructions and configuration settings for the installer. The method includes provisions for new wiring changes or harnesses as well as preset adapters, converting prior device configuration settings from an I/O module, pack, and/or terminal board to new configuration settings for a programmable I/O device, generating a wiring chart for any wiring changes based on the settings, and displaying the information for the installer and/or programmer's use. This allows a universal I/O device capable of each channel having different operating modes to replace one or more of a mixture of several types of dedicated I/O modules.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2016Date of Patent: July 30, 2019Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Daniel Milton Alley, Roy Anthony Carter, Joshua Sherman
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Publication number: 20180074987Abstract: Described are systems, methods and computer-program product for replacing a prior input/output (I/O) module and terminal board with a universal I/O device by providing software based instructions and configuration settings for the installer. The method includes provisions for new wiring changes or harnesses as well as preset adapters, converting prior device configuration settings from an I/O module, pack, and/or terminal board to new configuration settings for a programmable I/O device, generating a wiring chart for any wiring changes based on the settings, and displaying the information for the installer and/or programmer's use. This allows a universal I/O device capable of each channel having different operating modes to replace one or more of a mixture of several types of dedicated I/O modules.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2016Publication date: March 15, 2018Inventors: Daniel Milton Alley, Roy Anthony Carter, Joshua Sherman
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Publication number: 20140263091Abstract: Improved fluid sanitization assemblies are provided. More particularly, the present disclosure provides improved fluid/water sanitization assemblies utilizing UV light and/or ozone. The UV light and/or ozone can be generated via light emitting diodes (“LEDs”) (e.g., via UV LEDs). In certain embodiments, by emitting light at a wavelength of about 250 nm to about 270 nm (e.g., 253.7 nm), the fluid sanitization assemblies thereby disinfect and/or sanitize fluid/water. The present disclosure provides for a fluid sanitization assembly including a pressure vessel configured and dimensioned to house fluid; a plurality of light emitting diodes (“LEDs”) mounted with respect to the pressure vessel, each LED mounted with respect to the pressure vessel via an optic member; wherein each optic member is configured and dimensioned to focus and direct UV light emitted from its associated LED to the fluid within the pressure vessel for sanitization purposes.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: HAYWARD INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: James Anthony Carter, III, Douglas M. Sawyer, JR.
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Patent number: 8786138Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for controlling actuator drive current. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for controlling actuator drive current. The method may include receiving a reference signal, determining a feedback signal based at least in part on the drive current, determining a conditioned feedback signal based at least in part on the feedback signal, comparing the reference signal to the conditioned feedback signal, and controlling the drive current based on the comparison of the reference signal and the conditioned feedback signal. Certain embodiments of the method may include manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one positive current path and at least one negative current path through an actuator via hysteresis control.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2010Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, Ravindra Mahavir Desai
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Patent number: 8698486Abstract: A method and system for configuring a valve in a turbine. The method includes transmitting a first signal from a servo to a first coil of an actuator to cause the valve to move to a first position, determining a first magnitude of the valve, and transmitting a second signal from the servo to a second coil of the actuator to cause the valve to move to second position. The method also includes determining a second magnitude of the valve, and comparing the first magnitude to the second magnitude to determine the polarity of wiring coupled between the servo and the actuator.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2011Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Suresh Babu Pothula, Roy Anthony Carter
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Patent number: 8558408Abstract: A system for providing power to a device includes a first power supply unit having a first power module that provides A.C. power and is selectively connectable to input lines and a first communication module. The system also includes a second power supply unit having a second power module selectively connectable to the input lines and that provides A.C. power and a second communication module coupled to the first communication module. Only one of the first or second power supply units is coupled to the input lines at a given time.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2010Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, John Robert Booth, John Isler, III
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Publication number: 20130268122Abstract: Embodiments can include systems, methods, and apparatus for driving servo actuators. In one embodiment, a system may include a H-bridge circuit coupled to a winding circuit of the servo actuator, the H-bridge circuit including switching devices. The system can include a controller for providing a control pulse width modulation (PWM) signal to one of the switches. The PWM signal drives one of the switches to periodically establish a one-direction electric current path through the winding circuit. The system can include a feedback loop configured to measure a current flowing through the winding circuit and, based at least in part on the detection, generate a pulse frequency modulation (PFM) signal. The feedback loop can include a modulation switch that forces the operated switch of the H-bridge control circuit to periodically open based at least in part on the PFM signal controlling the current flowing through the winding circuit.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2013Publication date: October 10, 2013Inventors: Ravindra Mahavir Desai, Roy Anthony Carter
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Publication number: 20130071226Abstract: A method and system for configuring a valve in a turbine. The method includes transmitting a first signal from a servo to a first coil of an actuator to cause the valve to move to a first position, determining a first magnitude of the valve, and transmitting a second signal from the servo to a second coil of the actuator to cause the valve to move to second position. The method also includes determining a second magnitude of the valve, and comparing the first magnitude to the second magnitude to determine the polarity of wiring coupled between the servo and the actuator.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2011Publication date: March 21, 2013Inventors: Suresh Babu Pothula, Roy Anthony Carter
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Patent number: 8278779Abstract: A system for providing redundant power to a device includes a first power supply unit that includes a first communication module including first and second first power supply unit transmitters and first and second first power supply unit receivers and a second power supply unit that includes a second communication module coupled to the first communication module and including first and second second power supply unit transmitters and first and second second power supply unit receivers coupled, respectively, to the first and second first power supply unit transmitters. The first power supply unit transmits on both the first and second first transmitters and the second power supply is configured to provide power to the device in the event that signals are not received from both the first and second first power supply unit transmitters by the first and second second power supply unit receivers.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2011Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: John Isler, III, John Robert Booth, Roy Anthony Carter
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Publication number: 20120200161Abstract: A system for providing redundant power to a device includes a first power supply unit that includes a first communication module including first and second first power supply unit transmitters and first and second first power supply unit receivers and a second power supply unit that includes a second communication module coupled to the first communication module and including first and second second power supply unit transmitters and first and second second power supply unit receivers coupled, respectively, to the first and second first power supply unit transmitters. The first power supply unit transmits on both the first and second first transmitters and the second power supply is configured to provide power to the device in the event that signals are not received from both the first and second first power supply unit transmitters by the first and second second power supply unit receivers.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2011Publication date: August 9, 2012Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: John Isler, III, John Robert Booth, Roy Anthony Carter
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Patent number: 8154305Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for providing connection fault self-monitoring with DC bias current. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for obtaining measurements and detecting connectivity faults associated with a voltage mode sensor. The method can include coupling a DC bias current into a circuit. The circuit includes a voltage mode sensor, and the voltage mode sensor can output a time varying signal. The method can also include setting a nominal level of the DC bias current, monitoring a voltage associated with the DC bias current, and determining circuit connectivity status based at least in part on monitoring the voltage.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2010Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, William Duggan Brackman, Jr., John Robert Booth
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Publication number: 20120074788Abstract: A system for providing power to a device includes a first power supply unit having a first power module that provides A.C. power and is selectively connectable to input lines and a first communication module. The system also includes a second power supply unit having a second power module selectively connectable to the input lines and that provides A.C. power and a second communication module coupled to the first communication module. Only one of the first or second power supply units is coupled to the input lines at a given time.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2010Publication date: March 29, 2012Applicant: General Electric CompanyInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, John Robert Booth, John Isler, III
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Publication number: 20120013345Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for providing connection fault self-monitoring with DC bias current. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for obtaining measurements and detecting connectivity faults associated with a voltage mode sensor. The method can include coupling a DC bias current into a circuit. The circuit includes a voltage mode sensor, and the voltage mode sensor can output a time varying signal. The method can also include setting a nominal level of the DC bias current, monitoring a voltage associated with the DC bias current, and determining circuit connectivity status based at least in part on monitoring the voltage.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2010Publication date: January 19, 2012Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, William Duggan Brackman, JR., John Robert Booth
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Publication number: 20110288662Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for providing high efficiency servo actuator and excitation drivers. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for controlling an actuator. The method may include generating a reference signal, manipulating the actuator with a switched drive signal based at least in part on the reference signal, generating a switched excitation signal, and controlling the reference signal based at least in part on feedback associated with the switched excitation signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2010Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: General Electric CompanyInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, Ravindra Mahavir Desai
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Publication number: 20110285368Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for controlling bi-directional drive current through an actuator. The method may include receiving a direction control signal, manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one switchable positive current path or at least one switchable negative current path through an actuator based at least in part on the direction control signal, providing feedback based at least on current associated with the actuator, and controlling the current based at least in part on the feedback. The method may include manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one positive current path and at least one negative current path through an actuator via pulse width modulation control.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2010Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, Ravindra Mahavir Desai
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Publication number: 20110285209Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for controlling actuator drive current. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for controlling actuator drive current. The method may include receiving a reference signal, determining a feedback signal based at least in part on the drive current, determining a conditioned feedback signal based at least in part on the feedback signal, comparing the reference signal to the conditioned feedback signal, and controlling the drive current based on the comparison of the reference signal and the conditioned feedback signal. Certain embodiments of the method may include manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one positive current path and at least one negative current path through an actuator via hysteresis control.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2010Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, Ravindra Mahavir Desai
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Publication number: 20110285367Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for controlling bi-directional drive current through an actuator. The method may include receiving a direction control signal, manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one switchable positive current path and at least one switchable negative current path through an actuator based at least in part on the direction control signal, providing feedback based at least on current associated with the actuator, and controlling the current based at least in part on the feedback. Certain embodiments of the method may include manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one positive current path and at least one negative current path through an actuator via hysteresis control.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2010Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, Ravindra Mahavir Desai
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Patent number: 8064158Abstract: Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems, methods, and apparatus for controlling bi-directional drive current through an actuator. The method may include receiving a direction control signal, manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one switchable positive current path or at least one switchable negative current path through an actuator based at least in part on the direction control signal, providing feedback based at least on current associated with the actuator, and controlling the current based at least in part on the feedback. The method may include manipulating one or more devices to establish at least one positive current path and at least one negative current path through an actuator via pulse width modulation control.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2010Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Roy Anthony Carter, Ravindra Mahavir Desai
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Patent number: D867559Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2018Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Inventor: Anthony Carter