Patents by Inventor Barry J. Lee
Barry J. Lee 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: 20220103673Abstract: A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2021Publication date: March 31, 2022Applicant: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Jacob T. Meyberg Guzman, Barry J. Lee, John A. Kelley
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Patent number: 11233887Abstract: A headset is described that utilizes magnetic frictional couplers. A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2019Date of Patent: January 25, 2022Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Jacob T Meyberg Guzman, Barry J Lee, John A Kelley
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Patent number: 10967550Abstract: A machine component is formed of a coalesced metal body of multiple zones of material having at least one high hardness surface, along with high yield strength and good thermal conductivity. The coalesced metal body can have a zone of steel and a zone of copper, and have a transition zone in which the zones of steel and copper coalesce. The coalesced metal body has a machined surface on the zone of steel on a first side of the coalesced metal body. The zone of copper has a proximal boundary disposed proximal to, and separated by, the zone of steel, from the machined surface. Also the zone of copper has a distal boundary distal to the machined surface and proximal to a second surface of the coalesced metal body.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2016Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Bradley Yearous, Barry J Lee
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Publication number: 20200045158Abstract: A headset is described that utilizes magnetic frictional couplers. A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2019Publication date: February 6, 2020Applicant: PLANTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Jacob T. Meyberg Guzman, Barry J. Lee, John A. Kelley
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Patent number: 10477000Abstract: A headset is described that utilizes magnetic frictional couplers. A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2018Date of Patent: November 12, 2019Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Jacob T. Meyberg Guzman, Barry J. Lee, John A. Kelley
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Publication number: 20190014202Abstract: A headset is described that utilizes magnetic frictional couplers. A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2018Publication date: January 10, 2019Applicant: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Jacob T. Meyberg Guzman, Barry J. Lee, John A. Kelley
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Patent number: 10104212Abstract: A headset is described that utilizes magnetic frictional couplers. A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2017Date of Patent: October 16, 2018Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Jacob T Meyberg, Barry J Lee, John Kelley
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Publication number: 20180234532Abstract: A headset is described that utilizes magnetic frictional couplers. A coupler includes a first member having a first engagement surface and a second member having a second engagement surface disposed for relative positioning of the first and second members along a line of adjustment. One or more magnetic elements are arranged on the first and second members to establish a magnetic flux between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface, and thereby establishing a frictional force tending to hold the relative positions of the first and second members. The magnetic flux varies as a function of relative position of the first and second members along the line of adjustment, and has peaks at a plurality of detent positions along the line of adjustment.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2017Publication date: August 16, 2018Applicant: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Jacob T. Meyberg, Barry J. Lee, John Kelley
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Publication number: 20180126615Abstract: A machine component is formed of a coalesced metal body of multiple zones of material having at least one high hardness surface, along with high yield strength and good thermal conductivity. The coalesced metal body can have a zone of steel and a zone of copper, and have a transition zone in which the zones of steel and copper coalesce. The coalesced metal body has a machined surface on the zone of steel on a first side of the coalesced metal body. The zone of copper has a proximal boundary disposed proximal to, and separated by, the zone of steel, from the machined surface. Also the zone of copper has a distal boundary distal to the machined surface and proximal to a second surface of the coalesced metal body.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2016Publication date: May 10, 2018Applicant: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Bradley Yearous, Barry J. Lee
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Patent number: 9479857Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for capacitive sensing are disclosed. In one example, a capacitive sensor includes a floating sense electrode disposed within proximity of an outward facing surface adapted to be brought in proximity to or touch a user skin surface. An interior electrode is disposed in proximity to the floating sense electrode, where the interior electrode and floating sense electrode form a capacitor.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2010Date of Patent: October 25, 2016Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Douglas K. Rosener, Barry J. Lee
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Patent number: 8908897Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for acoustic waveguides are disclosed. In one example, a method for constructing an acoustic waveguide includes forming a first acoustic waveguide component having a first outer surface and a first inner surface, where the first inner surface includes a first groove and a second groove. The method includes forming a second acoustic waveguide component having a second outer surface and a second inner surface, where the second inner surface includes a third groove and a fourth groove. The first acoustic waveguide component and the second acoustic waveguide component are bonded together so that the first groove and the third groove are arranged to form a first acoustic channel and the second groove and the fourth groove are arranged to form a second acoustic channel.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2011Date of Patent: December 9, 2014Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Barry J Lee, James F Bobisuthi, Bradley Yearous
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Patent number: 8611582Abstract: In an earloop headset or earphone or other ear-mounted audio device, a housing is attached to an earloop by providing a ball and complementary socket arrangement between the earloop and a pivot post secured to the housing. The earloop or pivot post are made of an elastomeric material to allow the earloop and pivot post to each be made of a single piece of material and be clipped into engagement after manufacture.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2008Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventor: Barry J Lee
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Publication number: 20130028460Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for acoustic waveguides are disclosed. In one example, a method for constructing an acoustic waveguide includes forming a first acoustic waveguide component having a first outer surface and a first inner surface, where the first inner surface includes a first groove and a second groove. The method includes forming a second acoustic waveguide component having a second outer surface and a second inner surface, where the second inner surface includes a third groove and a fourth groove. The first acoustic waveguide component and the second acoustic waveguide component are bonded together so that the first groove and the third groove are arranged to form a first acoustic channel and the second groove and the fourth groove are arranged to form a second acoustic channel.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2011Publication date: January 31, 2013Applicant: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Barry J. Lee, James F. Bobisuthi, Bradley Yearous
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Publication number: 20110182458Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for capacitive sensing are disclosed. In one example, a capacitive sensor includes a floating sense electrode disposed within proximity of an outward facing surface adapted to be brought in proximity to or touch a user skin surface. An interior electrode is disposed in proximity to the floating sense electrode, where the interior electrode and floating sense electrode form a capacitor.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2010Publication date: July 28, 2011Applicant: PLANTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Douglas K. Rosener, Barry J. Lee
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Patent number: 7839881Abstract: A headset apparatus including a virtual keypad and a method for inputting data into a headset are provided. In one embodiment, a headset includes a processor, at least one acoustic transducer, a projector operably coupled to the processor for displaying an image on a surface exterior to the headset, and a position detector operably coupled to the processor for determining an image position and a user finger position.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2008Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Barry J. Lee, Timothy Paul Johnston
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Publication number: 20100158602Abstract: In an earloop headset or earphone or other ear-mounted audio device, a housing is attached to an earloop by providing a ball and complementary socket arrangement between the earloop and a pivot post secured to the housing. The earloop or pivot post are made of an elastomeric material to allow the earloop and pivot post to each be made of a single piece of material and be clipped into engagement after manufacture.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2008Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: PLANTRONICS, INC.Inventor: Barry J Lee
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Publication number: 20090273316Abstract: A recharging system for recharging a rechargeable battery of a mobile device such as a headset is disclosed. The recharging system includes a rechargeable system battery, a first connector configured to connect the recharging system to the mobile device, a second connector configured to connect the recharging system to a source of electrical power, and a controller configured to direct electrical power as required.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2008Publication date: November 5, 2009Applicant: Plantronics, Inc.Inventor: Barry J. Lee
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Publication number: 20090034713Abstract: A headset apparatus including a virtual keypad and a method for inputting data into a headset are provided. In one embodiment, a headset includes a processor, at least one acoustic transducer, a projector operably coupled to the processor for displaying an image on a surface exterior to the headset, and a position detector operably coupled to the processor for determining an image position and a user finger position.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2008Publication date: February 5, 2009Applicant: PLANTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Barry J. Lee, Timothy P. Johnston
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Publication number: 20080070516Abstract: Systems and methods for a speaker system are disclosed. The speaker system generally includes an audio amplifier, a loudspeaker, a wireless communications module, and an electronic switch. The electronic switch receives an audio signal from an audio source and routes the audio signal to the audio amplifier or the wireless communications module. The electronic switch routes the audio signal to the wireless communications module upon formation of a wireless link by the wireless communications module.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2006Publication date: March 20, 2008Inventors: Barry J. Lee, James F. Bobisuthi, Edward O. Sanderson
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Patent number: 6903693Abstract: A system and method for small built-in antennas that can be incorporated into short range communication devices such as cordless headsets are disclosed. The antenna is a built-in bifurcated inverted F antenna. The antenna generally includes two signal radiating and receiving arms of substantially equal electrical length extending generally parallel to each other along a longitudinal length of the antenna, the arms defining an opening therebetween extending along the longitudinal length of the antenna, a signal component in communication with the two arms for transmitting and receiving signals between the two arms and a signal contact of the wireless communication device, and a grounding component in contact with a grounding plane for grounding the antenna. The antenna may include an extension sloped relative to the grounding plane and extending between the grounding component and the arms to minimize the profile of the antenna.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2002Date of Patent: June 7, 2005Assignee: Plantronics, Inc.Inventors: Barry J. Lee, Stephen V. Cahill, Steve C. Evans