Patents by Inventor Brett McMickell
Brett McMickell 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: 20230413713Abstract: A precision steering computer installed on a tractor uses waypoints generated by a hand-held smart-device to steer a tractor. The smart-device is the operators primary interface and is a component of the entire precision agriculture guidance system. The batched, time ordered waypoints represent a list of coordinates for steering the tractor. As the tractor is automatically steered in the field, the waypoints are consumed and discarded by the real-time steering computer in the order they are received from the non-real-time smart device. A planned path is generated by the tractor operator on the smart device and the tractors progress and status are displayed on the same smart-device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Applicant: AgJunction LLCInventors: Thomas R. Kreider, Mark Alan Villela, Michael Brett McMickell, Luke Andrew McBeath
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Patent number: 11800827Abstract: A precision steering computer installed on a tractor uses waypoints generated by a hand-held smart-device to steer a tractor. The smart-device is the operators primary interface and is a component of the entire precision agriculture guidance system. The batched, time ordered waypoints represent a list of coordinates for steering the tractor. As the tractor is automatically steered in the field, the waypoints are consumed and discarded by the real-time steering computer in the order they are received from the non-real-time smart device. A planned path is generated by the tractor operator on the smart device and the tractors progress and status are displayed on the same smart-device.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2019Date of Patent: October 31, 2023Assignee: AGJUNCTION LLCInventors: Thomas R. Kreider, Mark Alan Villela, Michael Brett McMickell, Luke Andrew McBeath
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Patent number: 11132003Abstract: An integrated computing system computes a geo-location of a vehicle based on location data generated by a GNSS receiver, operates one or more external communication interfaces, calculates a desired path for steering the vehicle based on the geo-location, and communicates the desired path to one or more external operating units via the one or more external communication interfaces. The integrated computing system may include one or more computer processing units programmed to provide shared coordinated execution of software functions that are all implemented and located within a same integrated circuit or enclosure. The integrated computing system lowers the overall cost and complexity of agricultural guidance systems by reducing and simplifying the number of chassis, boxes, connectors, power supplies, and manufacturing processes.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2019Date of Patent: September 28, 2021Assignee: AGJUNCTION LLCInventors: Thomas R. Kreider, Mark Alan Villela, Michael Brett McMickell
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Patent number: 11091192Abstract: Cost of a precision farming guidance system is driven in part by the number of discrete system elements installed in a tractor including the steering actuator, guidance computer, user terminals, and the associated cable harnesses. An integrated guidance system arranges and integrates these separate elements into a base chassis and removable computer module to reduce cost and complexity while retaining flexibility to adapt to different vehicle configurations and to incorporate improved guidance computer technology into a common design platform.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2020Date of Patent: August 17, 2021Assignee: AGJUNCTION LLCInventors: Michael Brett McMickell, Mark Alan Villela, Thomas R. Kreider, Jonathan L. Baker, Andreas F. Ramm
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Publication number: 20210031830Abstract: Cost of a precision farming guidance system is driven in part by the number of discrete system elements installed in a tractor including the steering actuator, guidance computer, user terminals, and the associated cable harnesses. An integrated guidance system arranges and integrates these separate elements into a base chassis and removable computer module to reduce cost and complexity while retaining flexibility to adapt to different vehicle configurations and to incorporate improved guidance computer technology into a common design platform.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2020Publication date: February 4, 2021Applicant: AgJunction LLCInventors: Michael Brett MCMICKELL, Mark Alan VILLELA, Thomas R. KREIDER, Jonathan L. BAKER, Andreas F. RAMM
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Publication number: 20200089256Abstract: An integrated computing system computes a geo-location of a vehicle based on location data generated by a GNSS receiver, operates one or more external communication interfaces, calculates a desired path for steering the vehicle based on the geo-location, and communicates the desired path to one or more external operating units via the one or more external communication interfaces. The integrated computing system may include one or more computer processing units programmed to provide shared coordinated execution of software functions that are all implemented and located within a same integrated circuit or enclosure. The integrated computing system lowers the overall cost and complexity of agricultural guidance systems by reducing and simplifying the number of chassis, boxes, connectors, power supplies, and manufacturing processes.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2019Publication date: March 19, 2020Applicant: AgJunction LLCInventors: Thomas R. KREIDER, Mark Alan Villela, Michael Brett McMickell
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Publication number: 20200084955Abstract: A precision steering computer installed on a tractor uses waypoints generated by a hand-held smart-device to steer a tractor. The smart-device is the operators primary interface and is a component of the entire precision agriculture guidance system. The batched, time ordered waypoints represent a list of coordinates for steering the tractor. As the tractor is automatically steered in the field, the waypoints are consumed and discarded by the real-time steering computer in the order they are received from the non-real-time smart device. A planned path is generated by the tractor operator on the smart device and the tractors progress and status are displayed on the same smart-device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2019Publication date: March 19, 2020Applicant: AgJunction LLCInventors: Thomas R. KREIDER, Mark Alan VILLELA, Michael Brett MCMICKELL, Luke Andrew MCBEATH
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Patent number: 9511882Abstract: A method of deploying a modular space station comprises placing an initial space station module in space in a first deployment, the initial space station module including a first control law and momentum component that provides an initial solution for guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) during the first deployment. A first space station modular segment is joined with the initial space station module in a second deployment to produce a first joint configuration of the space station. A second control law and momentum component provides a second solution for GNC of the first joint configuration during the second deployment. A second space station modular segment is joined to the first joint configuration in a third deployment to produce a second joint configuration of the space station. A third control law and momentum component provides a third solution for GNC of the second joint configuration during the third deployment.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2014Date of Patent: December 6, 2016Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Brett McMickell, Mitch Fletcher
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Publication number: 20150367968Abstract: Systems and methods for a momentum platform are provided. For example, a system for opposing torques includes a platform, wherein the platform is transportable to different locations in a zero-gravity environment and a plurality of momentum devices within the platform, wherein the plurality of momentum devices provide controllable angular momentum. The system also includes a torque feedback device, wherein the torque feedback device detects the torques experienced by the platform; a processing unit that controls the angular momentum of the plurality of momentum devices based on the torques detected by the torque feedback device such that the platform remains stable in response to the torques; and a mounting surface on the platform for attaching objects to the platform.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2014Publication date: December 24, 2015Inventors: Mitch Fletcher, Brett McMickell
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Publication number: 20150329222Abstract: A method of deploying a modular space station comprises placing an initial space station module in space in a first deployment, the initial space station module including a first control law and momentum component that provides an initial solution for guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) during the first deployment. A first space station modular segment is joined with the initial space station module in a second deployment to produce a first joint configuration of the space station. A second control law and momentum component provides a second solution for GNC of the first joint configuration during the second deployment. A second space station modular segment is joined to the first joint configuration in a third deployment to produce a second joint configuration of the space station. A third control law and momentum component provides a third solution for GNC of the second joint configuration during the third deployment.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2014Publication date: November 19, 2015Applicant: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Brett McMickell, Mitch Fletcher
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Patent number: 8371534Abstract: A system for isolating vibration among a plurality of instruments on a spacecraft includes at least two platforms, each of which is configured to couple to and isolate vibration for a single one of the plurality of instruments. Each of the at least two platforms is configured to mount to the spacecraft. A device is also provided for isolating vibration for one instrument among a plurality of instruments on a spacecraft.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2008Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignees: Lockheed Martin Corporation, Honeywell International, Inc.Inventors: Neil E. Goodzeit, Harald J. Weigl, Michael Brett McMickell, Timothy Andrew Hindle
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Patent number: 8312782Abstract: A self-contained momentum control system (MCS) for a spacecraft is provided for small satellites. The MCS features a miniaturized gyroscopic rotor with a rotational speed in excess of 20,000 RPM. The MCS includes at least three control moment gyroscopic mechanical assemblies (CMAs) rigidly mounted within a single enclosure, where each CMA mounted in an orientation whereby the longitudinal axis of each CMA is either orthogonal to every other CMA or is parallel to another CMA but in the opposite orientation. In order to further reduce the size of the MCS, an electronics package that is configured to interface command and control signals with and to provide power to the CMAs is included within the MCS enclosure. A plurality of shock isolation devices are used to secure each of the CMAs to the enclosure in order to reduce the launch load upon the CMAs thereby allowing the use of smaller rotor spin bearings. The MCS enclosure surrounding the CMAs and support structure is hermetically sealed.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2009Date of Patent: November 20, 2012Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Brett McMickell, Paul Buchele, Gary Lynwood Gisler, James Andrus
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Publication number: 20100320330Abstract: A self-contained momentum control system (MCS) for a spacecraft is provided for small satellites. The MCS features a miniaturized gyroscopic rotor with a rotational speed in excess of 20,000 RPM. The MCS includes at least three control moment gyroscopic mechanical assemblies (CMAs) rigidly mounted within a single enclosure, where each CMA mounted in an orientation whereby the longitudinal axis of each CMA is either orthogonal to every other CMA or is parallel to another CMA but in the opposite orientation. In order to further reduce the size of the MCS, an electronics package that is configured to interface command and control signals with and to provide power to the CMAs is included within the MCS enclosure. A plurality of shock isolation devices are used to secure each of the CMAs to the enclosure in order to reduce the launch load upon the CMAs thereby allowing the use of smaller rotor spin bearings. The MCS enclosure surrounding the CMAs and support structure is hermetically sealed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2009Publication date: December 23, 2010Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.Inventors: Brett McMickell, Paul Buchele, Gary Lynwood Gisler, James Andrus
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Publication number: 20090120217Abstract: A rotor assembly includes a shaft; a mass; and a plurality of adjustable struts. The struts have a first end coupled to the shaft and a second end coupled to the mass such that the mass is movable with respect to the shaft.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2007Publication date: May 14, 2009Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Timothy A. Hindle, M. Brett McMickell
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Publication number: 20090078847Abstract: A distributed network vibration isolation system includes several vibration isolation nodes distributed throughout a structure. The nodes wirelessly intercommunicate and include a passive structural isolation device and an active structural isolation device. The nodes work together via wireless communication to isolate a payload from a disturbance source.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2007Publication date: March 26, 2009Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: M. Brett McMickell, Haowei Bai, Thomas R. Kreider