Patents by Inventor Brian Daugherty
Brian Daugherty 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: 20070258441Abstract: A system for assisting a user in selecting a packet-based telephony service provider (“PBTSP”) from a group of PBTSPs, and in registering the user with the selected PBTSP for outbound and/or inbound calling. The selection of a particular PBTSP may be stored in a database, and this stored information may be used to enable the user to exchange telephone call data with one of the PBTSPs. One preferred system receives data from the user's computer device, determines whether the user is registered with one the PBTSPs and, if so, transmits data to the computer device which enables it to exchange telephone call data with one of the PBTSPs. The system also receives telephone call data from the computer device, accesses contact information for a PBTSP, and transmits the received telephone call data to the PBTSP using the accessed contact information.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2006Publication date: November 8, 2007Applicant: MICROSOFT CORPORATIONInventors: Daniel Glasser, Peter Ford, Jeremy Stone, Brian Daugherty
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Publication number: 20070044011Abstract: A method, apparatus, and software are disclosed for delivering customized content to clients with diverse content needs, such as clients from diverse geographical areas an language backgrounds. Customizable content is separated from the underlying code, which is used as a template for inserting localized content into a basic document framework as represented by the template. Both electronic mail and Web community customization techniques are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2006Publication date: February 22, 2007Applicant: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Scott Cottrille, Ade Olubummo, Antony Halim, Brian Daugherty, Patrick Cai, Craig Harry
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Publication number: 20070043818Abstract: A method, apparatus, and software are disclosed for delivering customized content to clients with diverse content needs, such as clients from diverse geographical areas an language backgrounds. Customizable content is separated from the underlying code, which is used as a template for inserting localized content into a basic document framework as represented by the template. Both electronic mail and Web community customization techniques are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2006Publication date: February 22, 2007Applicant: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Scott Cottrille, Ade Olubummo, Antony Halim, Brian Daugherty, Patrick Cai, Craig Harry
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Publication number: 20060025911Abstract: A control system and method for a steer-by-wire system with the passive resistance torque is provided. The control system includes a controller configured to compensate for a passive resistance torque and to generate the required active torque using a three loop control structure: torque feedback loop, rate feedback loop, and steering wheel angle feedback loop. The torque feedback loop is based on an estimated steering torque signal calculated from a steering angle signal, a steering angle rate signal, and a motor current signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2004Publication date: February 2, 2006Inventors: Yixin Yao, Brian Daugherty
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Patent number: 6976555Abstract: The present invention comprises a steering system selectively operable in one of three modes: steer-by-wire, electronic power assist steering (EPAS), and manual steering. The steer-by-wire system includes a driver interface system (DIS), a road wheel actuator system (RWAS), and a controller for monitoring and implementing the preferred control strategy. The steering system of the present invention operates normally in a steer-by-wire mode. In each of the EPAS mode and manual mode, the controller causes a clutch mechanism to engage, thus creating a mechanical linkage between portions of the DIS and the RWAS. In the EPAS mode, one of the road wheel actuator or the reaction torque generator is available to assist in the steering operation. Alternatively, in the manual mode, both the DIS and the RWAS are deactivated and the vehicle is steerable through entirely mechanical means.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2003Date of Patent: December 20, 2005Assignee: Visteon Global Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Muqtada Husain, Brian Daugherty, John Oynoian
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Publication number: 20050178606Abstract: The present invention comprises a steering system selectively operable in one of six modes: steer-by-wire with rear steering, steer-by-wire without rear steering, electronic power assist steering (EPAS) with rear steering, electronic power steering (EPAS) without rear steering, mechanical backup manual steering with rear steering, and mechanical backup manual steering without rear steering. The steer-by-wire system includes a driver interface system (DIS), a front road wheel actuator system (FRWAS), a rear road wheel actuator system (RRWAS), and a controller for monitoring and implementing the preferred control strategy. The steering system of the present invention operates normally in a steer-by-wire mode. In each of the EPAS mode and manual mode, the controller causes a clutch mechanism to engage, thus creating a mechanical linkage between the steerable member and the rack and pinion system while maintaining rear wheel assisted steering.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2004Publication date: August 18, 2005Inventors: Muqtada Husain, Brian Daugherty, John Oynoian
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Publication number: 20050082106Abstract: The present invention provides a system for generating an end of travel feedback to the driver of a vehicle where the vehicle includes a steer by wire system. The system includes a steering wheel, a steering shaft, a motor, and a brake. The steering wheel is configured to control the steer by wire system. The steering shaft is coupled to the steering wheel and rotates in conjunction with the steering wheel. To provide road feel resistance to the driver, the motor is coupled to the steering shaft. Further, the brake is coupled to a shaft of the motor and is adapted to provide mechanical resistance when the road wheel is at an end of travel position.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2003Publication date: April 21, 2005Inventors: Muqtada Husain, John Oynoian, Kyi-Shin Shiah, Robert Palmer, Brian Daugherty
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Publication number: 20050082107Abstract: A steer-by-wire system for an automotive vehicle comprises a driver interface system that includes a steering wheel mounted on a steering column. A reaction torque generator is coupled to the steering column for applying a resistive torque in response to a steering command to create a steering feel. An electromechanical brake, such as a magnetorehological brake, is also coupled to the steering column. During operation, a controller receives an input signal indicative of road wheel response to a steering command and determines when the road wheels have reached a limit, such as by engaging mechanical stops mounted on the vehicle or prevented from movement by curb or other external obstacle. In response, the controller actuates the electromechanical device to prevent rotation of the steering wheel and thereby alert the driver that the road wheels have reached a limit.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2003Publication date: April 21, 2005Inventors: Muqtada Husain, John Oynolan, Joseph Platz, Brian Daugherty, Robert Palmer, John Balint
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Patent number: 6842678Abstract: The present invention comprises a steering system selectively operable in one of three modes: steer-by-wire, electronic power assist steering (EPAS), and manual steering. The steer-by-wire system includes a driver interface system (DIS), a road wheel actuator system (RWAS), and a controller for monitoring and implementing the preferred control strategy. The steering system of the present invention operates normally in a steer-by-wire mode. In each of the EPAS mode and manual mode, the controller causes a clutch mechanism to engage, thus creating a mechanical linkage between the steerable member and the rack and pinion system. In the EPAS mode, one of the road wheel actuator or the reaction torque generator is available to assist in the steering operation. Alternatively, in the manual mode, both the DIS and the RWAS are deactivated and the vehicle is steerable through entirely mechanical means.Type: GrantFiled: January 15, 2003Date of Patent: January 11, 2005Assignee: Visteon Global Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Muqtada Husain, Brian Daugherty, John Oynoian
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Publication number: 20040262073Abstract: The present invention comprises a steering system selectively operable in one of three modes: steer-by-wire, electronic power assist steering (EPAS), and manual steering. The steer-by-wire system includes a driver interface system (DIS), a road wheel actuator system (RWAS), and a controller for monitoring and implementing the preferred control strategy. The steering system of the present invention operates normally in a steer-by-wire mode. In each of the EPAS mode and manual mode, the controller causes a clutch mechanism to engage, thus creating a mechanical linkage between portions of the DIS and the RWAS. In the EPAS mode, one of the road wheel actuator or the reaction torque generator is available to assist in the steering operation. Alternatively, in the manual mode, both the DIS and the RWAS are deactivated and the vehicle is steerable through entirely mechanical means.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2003Publication date: December 30, 2004Applicant: Visteon Global Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Muqtada Husain, Brian Daugherty, John Oynoian
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Publication number: 20040039508Abstract: The present invention comprises a steering system selectively operable in one of three modes: steer-by-wire, electronic power assist steering (EPAS), and manual steering. The steer-by-wire system includes a driver interface system (DIS), a road wheel actuator system (RWAS), and a controller for monitoring and implementing the preferred control strategy. The steering system of the present invention operates normally in a steer-by-wire mode. In each of the EPAS mode and manual mode, the controller causes a clutch mechanism to engage, thus creating a mechanical linkage between the steerable member and the rack and pinion system. In the EPAS mode, one of the road wheel actuator or the reaction torque generator is available to assist in the steering operation. Alternatively, in the manual mode, both the DIS and the RWAS are deactivated and the vehicle is steerable through entirely mechanical means.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2003Publication date: February 26, 2004Inventors: Muqtada Husain, Brian Daugherty, John Oynoian
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Patent number: 6580989Abstract: The present invention comprises a steering system selectively operable in one of three modes: steer-by-wire, electronic power assist steering (EPAS), and manual steering. The steer-by-wire system includes a driver interface system (DIS), a road wheel actuator system (RWAS), and a controller for monitoring and implementing the preferred control strategy. The steering system of the present invention operates normally in a steer-by-wire mode. In each of the EPAS mode and manual mode, the controller causes a clutch mechanism to engage, thus creating a mechanical linkage between the steerable member and the rack and pinion system. In the EPAS mode, one of the road wheel actuator or the reaction torque generator is available to assist in the steering operation. Alternatively, in the manual mode, both the DIS and the RWAS are deactivated and the vehicle is steerable through entirely mechanical means.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2002Date of Patent: June 17, 2003Assignee: Visteon Global Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Muqtada Husain, Brian Daugherty, John Oynoian
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Patent number: 5783008Abstract: An apparatus and a method for embedding conductors in a structure having a signal distribution function associated therewith such as a vehicle instrument panel are disclosed. The apparatus includes an embedding tool which can be positioned in three dimensional space to embed conductors in non-planar surfaces. A method for such embedding is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 1997Date of Patent: July 21, 1998Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Robert Edward Belke, Jr., Robert Bush, Brian Daugherty, Paul James Mardeusz, John Trublowski
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Patent number: D685228Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2011Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Inventors: Brian Daugherty, Don Paul Day, Douglas Brian Clavier