Patents by Inventor Brian Matthews

Brian Matthews 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: 12131335
    Abstract: A system for evaluating the effectiveness of an anti-counterfeiting measure employed for an item is provided. The system trains a classifier to indicate whether the anti-counterfeiting measure of an evaluation item is genuine or counterfeit. For evaluation items that have been classified as genuine or counterfeit, the system applies the classifier to determine whether the anti-counterfeiting measure of that evaluation item is genuine or counterfeit. The system then generates an effectiveness metric that indicates whether the anti-counterfeiting measure is effective based on evaluation items that are assessed as being genuine whose anti-counterfeiting measures are classified as being counterfeit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2024
    Assignee: LAWRENCE LIVERMORE NATIONAL SECURITY, LLC
    Inventors: Brian Giera, Kerry G. Krauter, Brian Matthew Wihl, Michael E. Zelinski
  • Patent number: 12116368
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a novel p-toluenesulfonic acid salt and a crystalline polymorphic Form 1 of said salt of 1-((2S,5R)-5-((7H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidin-4-yl)amino)-2-methylpiperidin-1-yl)prop-2-en-1-one, pharmaceutical composition containing the same, as well as preparations and uses thereof. The present invention also discloses a novel phosphoric acid salt of 1-((2S,5R)-5-((7H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidin-4-yl)amino)-2-methylpiperidin-1-yl)prop-2-en-1-one, pharma-ceutical composition containing the same, as well as preparations and uses thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2024
    Assignee: Pfizer Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Matthew Samas, Yong Tao, Douglas James Critcher, David Sydney Bernard Daniels, Kevin Paul Girard, Gregory Scott Goeken, Peter Robert Rose
  • Patent number: 12103212
    Abstract: In order to reduce oscillations in process variables of an injection molding process, an injection molding machine may be operatively connected to a model database that stores models of injection molding machines and molds. A tuning controller may set initial gain values of a variable-gain proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controller. To set the initial gains, the tuning controller may be configured to obtain, from the model database, a model for a first and second injection molding machines and a model for a mold. The tuning controller may analyze the models to determine a correlation between injection molding machine parameters and mold cycle performance for the mold. Accordingly, the tuning controller may apply the correlation to determine an initial gain value for a least one of the first, second, and third gains of the PID controller. The tuning controller may then set the initial gain values for the PID controller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2024
    Assignee: THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY
    Inventors: Gene Michael Altonen, Brian Matthew Burns
  • Patent number: 12099407
    Abstract: An error reporting system utilizes a parity checker to receive data results from execution of an original instruction and a parity bit for the data. A decoder receives an error correcting code (ECC) for data resulting from execution of a shadow instruction of the original instruction, and data error correction is initiated on the original instruction result on condition of a mismatch between the parity bit and the original instruction result, and the decoder asserting a correctable error in the original instruction result.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2024
    Assignee: NVIDIA CORP.
    Inventors: Michael Sullivan, Siva Kumar Sastry Hari, Brian Matthew Zimmer, Timothy Tsai, Stephen W. Keckler
  • Patent number: 12090697
    Abstract: A method of detecting and compensating for a non-operational mold cavity in an injection molding apparatus having a plurality of mold cavities and an injection molding screw or ram includes injecting, via the injection molding screw or ram, a molten thermoplastic material into the plurality of mold cavities. The method includes measuring a first process parameter of the injection molding apparatus at a pre-determined time during or after the injecting. The method also includes determining, based on the first process parameter, whether one or more mold cavities of the plurality of mold cavities are non-operational. Then, when it is determined that one or more mold cavities are non-operational, the method includes automatically adjusting the first process parameter or a second process parameter of the injection molding apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2023
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2024
    Assignee: IMFLUX INC.
    Inventors: Bryler Collins, Brian Matthew Burns, Gene Michael Altonen, Brandon Michael Birchmeier, Matthew Craver
  • Patent number: 12077098
    Abstract: A method, device, and system embodying an auxiliary light assembly for providing auxiliary rear lighting for vehicles having standard hitches. The auxiliary light assembly may include an enclosure adapted to operatively associate with, by way of a hitch tab, the hitch receiver of a standard hitch so that the auxiliary light assembly can be attached to the vehicle without altering the vehicle. Adjacent to the hitch tab a mounting tab may be provided along the exterior of the main body of the auxiliary light assembly. The enclosure encapsulates one or more lighting units, thereby protecting them from debris and mud as well as forming a secure connection between the one or more lighting units and the standard hitch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2023
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2024
    Inventors: Brian Matthew Spiecha, Tucker William Spiecha, Tanner August Spiecha
  • Publication number: 20240270013
    Abstract: A compact mecanum wheel module is disclosed. The mecanum wheel module comprises: a hub that is configured to house a motor. The hub comprises a circular planar portion and a cylindrical portion extending from the circular planar portion. The cylindrical portion forms a base of a rim of the wheel. A plurality of rollers are mounted on and around the base of the rim, the plurality of rollers each comprising a shaft and a rotatable body, the rotatable body being mounted to the shaft via needle bearings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2022
    Publication date: August 15, 2024
    Inventors: Willie E. Ashe, Brian Matthew Layng, Gregory Ryan Le Mon, Joshua Nathaniel Eric Mak, Sean David Tischler
  • Publication number: 20240191570
    Abstract: A roller shade assembly includes a roller tube, a first spring assembly and a second spring assembly received by the roller tube, the first spring assembly including a first shaft received by a first housing, a first spring member connected at one end to the first housing and at an opposite end to the first shaft, the second spring assembly including a second shaft received by a second housing, a second spring member connected at one end to the second housing and at an opposite end to the second shaft, and a connection assembly including a connector defining a shaft and a locking member, the first shaft is configured to engage the shaft defined by the connector, and the second housing is configured to engage the locking member defined by the connector to connect the first spring assembly and the second spring assembly in series.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2024
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: Michael Allen Graybar, Eric Nathan Krantz-Lilienthal, Jason Wilhelm Hall, Jake Malesky, Benjamin James Kolbeck, Brian Matthew Albrecht
  • Publication number: 20240181592
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are grinding machines for forming a trench. Embodiments relate to a grinding machine with a grind head and a vehicle mount. The grind head includes a housing body and a grinding drum. The vehicle mount is configured to attach the housing body to a vehicle. One embodiment of the disclosure relates to a trunnion attachment configured to attach the housing body to a vehicle such that the housing body is configured to roll about a roll axis oriented in a travel direction relative to the vehicle mount. The roll axis is proximate an initial contact point of the blade set. In another embodiment, a caster attachment is configured to attach the housing body to a vehicle such that the housing body is configured to yaw about a yaw axis oriented in an upward direction relative to the vehicle mount.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2024
    Publication date: June 6, 2024
    Inventors: Brian Matthew Cole, David Montalion Dupuis, Cary Alan Kipke, Donald Kent Larson, Ronald Avery Nealey
  • Publication number: 20240116070
    Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to an applicator for an adhesive primer. The applicator includes a tank configured to hold the adhesive primer. The applicator also includes a peristaltic pump, having an inlet and an outlet, and a spray nozzle. A first conduit extends from an interior of the tank to the inlet of the peristaltic pump, and a second conduit extends from an outlet of the peristaltic pump to the spray nozzle. Embodiments of the present disclosure also relate to a method of applying adhesive primer to a road surface using the applicator. In the method, the adhesive primer is pumped from the tank containing the adhesive primer through the peristaltic pump to the spray nozzle. Further, the adhesive primer is sprayed from the spray nozzle onto the road surface while the applicator moves across the road surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Brian Matthew Cole, David Montalion Dupuis, Cary Alan Kipke, Donald Kent Larson
  • Publication number: 20240109911
    Abstract: The invention provides synthetic methods for the preparation of cantharidin and analogs thereof. In one aspect, the invention provides an improved Diels-Alder cycloaddition to generate a key intermediate en route to cantharidin and analogs thereof. In certain embodiments, the new Diels-Alder reaction involves reacting Compound (2) in the presence of furan, and in the absence of acid or increased pressure, in an aprotic polar solvent with slight warming, to yield Compound (1) in favorable yield and exo-endo ratio. In another aspect, the invention also provides a new Diels-Alder reaction between compounds of Formula (III) and furan to yield compounds of Formula (IV), which can then be transformed into cantharidin or analogs thereof. In yet another aspect, the invention describes a new palladium-mediated carbonylation providing another key intermediate en route to cantharidin and analogs thereof. In addition to synthetic methods, present invention also provides compounds (i.e.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2023
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Applicant: Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew Gene Davidson, Brian Matthew Eklov, Peter Wuts, Brad Melvin Loertscher, Steven R. Schow
  • Patent number: 11927972
    Abstract: A system for determining a travel direction that avoids objects when a vehicle travels from a current location to a target location is provided. The system determines a travel direction based on an attract-repel model. The system accesses external object information provided by an external object system. The external object information may include, for each of a plurality of objects, location, type, and constraint. The system assigns a repel value to the location of each object based on the type of and constraint on the object. The system assigns an attractive value to the target location. The system calculates a cumulative force based on the attractive and repulsive forces and sets the travel direction based on the cumulative force.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Assignee: Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC
    Inventors: N. Reginald Beer, Jacob Trueblood, Brian Matthew Wihl
  • Patent number: 11916764
    Abstract: Disclosed is a technique that can be performed by a server computer system. The technique can include obtaining data from each of multiple endpoint devices to form global data. The global data can be generated by the endpoint devices in accordance with local instructions in each of the endpoint devices. The technique further includes generating global instructions based on the global data and sending the global instructions to a particular endpoint device. The global instructions configure the particular endpoint device to perform a data analytic operation that analyzes events. The events can include raw data generated by a sensor of the particular endpoint device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: SPLUNK INC.
    Inventors: Pradeep Baliganapalli Nagaraju, Adam Jamison Oliner, Brian Matthew Gilmore, Erick Anthony Dean, Jiahan Wang
  • Patent number: 11905758
    Abstract: A roller shade assembly includes a roller tube including a first end opposite a second end, the roller tube defining an opening longitudinally extending between the first and second ends, and an idler assembly partially received by the opening at the first end, the idler assembly including an idler housing, a plunger received by the idler housing, and a biasing member configured to apply a biasing force onto the plunger, wherein the plunger is configured to slide relative to the idler housing, and the plunger is configured to selectively engage a bracket member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Springs Window Fashions, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Allen Graybar, Eric Nathan Krantz-Lilienthal, Jason Wilhelm Hall, Jake Malesky, Benjamin James Kolbeck, Brian Matthew Albrecht
  • Publication number: 20240021317
    Abstract: A computing system includes a communication system configured to obtain sensor data indicative of performance, by an individual, of an activity indicative of a health status of the individual. The computing system further includes a health status system configured to generate a value indicative of the performance of the activity indicative of the health status of the individual based on the sensor data and compare the value of the performance of the activity indicative of the health status of the individual to a reference value of performance of the activity indicative of the health status of the individual. The computing system can further include an action signal genera tor configured to generate an action signal based on the comparison.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2022
    Publication date: January 18, 2024
    Inventor: Brian Matthew Hood
  • Patent number: 11836579
    Abstract: Disclosed is a technique that can be performed by an electronic device. The electronic device can generate time-stamped events, extract training data from the time-stamped events, and send the training data over a network to a remote computer. The electronic device can receive model data generated by the remote computer from the training data by use of a machine learning process, update a local model of the electronic device based on the received model data, and generate an output by processing locally sourced data of the electronic device with the updated local model.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2023
    Assignee: SPLUNK INC.
    Inventors: Pradeep Baliganapalli Nagaraju, Adam Jamison Oliner, Brian Matthew Gilmore, Erick Anthony Dean, Jiahan Wang
  • Publication number: 20230357211
    Abstract: This invention relates to crystalline and amorphous forms of 1,5-anhydro-3-({5-chloro-4-[4-fluoro-2-(2-hydroxypropan-2-yl)-1-(propan-2-yl)-1H-benzimidazol-6-yl]pyrimidin-2-yl}amino)-2,3-dideoxy-D-threo-pentitol, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such solid forms, and to use of such solid forms and pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2021
    Publication date: November 9, 2023
    Applicant: Pfizer Inc.
    Inventors: Wesley Dewitt CLARK, Judith Gail DEAL, Brian Matthew SAMAS
  • Publication number: 20230351710
    Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure are directed to providing versions of user data that correspond to different virtual user presence fidelities. Implementations provide multiple versions of user state data, generated from tracked real-world user movements, to subscriber systems. The subscriber systems can display a virtual user presence (e.g., avatar) that mimics the tracked user movements based on each subscribed version of the user state data. Different subscriber systems can comprise different display capabilities and/or display the virtual user presence in different scenarios. The different versions of the user state data can correspond to different virtual user presence fidelities. Each subscriber system can subscribe to a given version of the user state data that fits this subscriber system's particular display capabilities and/or virtual user presence display scenario.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2023
    Publication date: November 2, 2023
    Applicant: Meta Platforms Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Brian Matthew DOYLE, Chad TAYLOR, Joseph Lawrence ALLEN
  • Patent number: 11801994
    Abstract: A receptacle is provided for holding a quantity of solid material. The receptacle includes a container having an open end, and a gate operably connected to the container so as to be rotatable to a closed position structured to prevent solid material from exiting the container through the open end. The gate includes a locking arm mounted thereon. A latching mechanism is operably connected to the container and includes a latch rotatable to a latched orientation structured to contact the locking arm to prevent the gate from being rotated out of the closed position. The locking arm is structured to move rearwardly and upwardly during rotation of the gate out of the closed position. The latch is structured so that contact between the latch and the locking arm when the latch is in the latched orientation prevents rearward and upward movement of the locking arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2023
    Assignees: Royal Truck and Trailer Sales and Service, Inc., Edw. C. Levy Co.
    Inventors: Michael Morrison, Scott Chapman, Sean Chapman, Brian Billings, John Battles, Michael Robert Pollock, Brian Matthew Clark
  • Publication number: 20230330906
    Abstract: A method of detecting and compensating for a non-operational mold cavity in an injection molding apparatus having a plurality of mold cavities and an injection molding screw or ram includes injecting, via the injection molding screw or ram, a molten thermoplastic material into the plurality of mold cavities. The method includes measuring a first process parameter of the injection molding apparatus at a pre-determined time during or after the injecting. The method also includes determining, based on the first process parameter, whether one or more mold cavities of the plurality of mold cavities are non-operational. Then, when it is determined that one or more mold cavities are non-operational, the method includes automatically adjusting the first process parameter or a second process parameter of the injection molding apparatus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2023
    Publication date: October 19, 2023
    Inventors: Bryler Collins, Brian Matthew Burns, Gene Michael Altonen, Brandon Michael Birchmeier, Matthew Craver