Patents by Inventor C. Baker
C. Baker 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: 12000346Abstract: A redundant fuel metering system and method for a multi-stage combustor that utilizes a fuel metering valve EHSV from a less critical combustor stage fuel metering system as a redundant backup to the main metering valve EHSV. In the event of a failure of the main FMV EHSV, a control module signals a transfer system to switch control of the main FMV to the less critical combustor stage fuel metering system EHSV, thus maintaining control of the FMV for the main combustor. In doing this, the transfer valve then drives the less critical combustor stage fuel metering system FMV to its failsafe position while maintaining control of the main system.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2023Date of Patent: June 4, 2024Assignee: Woodward, Inc.Inventors: Carthel C. Baker, Andrew D. Splitt
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Patent number: 11992722Abstract: A storable exercise bench is provided. The exercise bench may include a frame including at least one beam operatively coupled to first and second floor supports and a member operatively coupled with the at least one beam. The exercise bench may be positioned into an operating position in which the first and second floor supports support the at least one beam and the member, and the at least one beam runs generally horizontally in reference to a support surface. The exercise bench may be positioned into a storage position in which the second floor support and the member support the at least one beam and the first floor support, and the at least one beam runs generally vertically in reference to the support surface.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2022Date of Patent: May 28, 2024Assignee: BowFlex Inc.Inventors: Bryce C. Baker, Ryan J. Pohl
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Patent number: 11938322Abstract: Embodiments in accordance with the present disclosure are directed to methods and apparatuses used for slow wave activity (SWA) optimization. An example method includes receiving one or more bio-signals from a user and classifying sleep stages by processing the bio-signals. The method further include determining dominant peripheral nervous system (PNS) oscillations based on the bio-signals and as a function of time and stage of sleep, and characterizing at least one property of the dominant PNS oscillations, including a phase, a phase shift, an amplitude, and/or frequency. The method further include providing an indication of an optimal window for maximizing SWA generation based on the phase, the phase shift, the amplitude, or the frequency. The indication is provided to stimulation circuitry that delivers stimulation to the user within the optimal window. Feedback is provided responsive to the stimulation based on an EEG signal of the user.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2018Date of Patent: March 26, 2024Assignee: SRI InternationalInventors: Massimiliano de Zambotti, Fiona C. Baker, Ian M. Colrain, Mohamad Forouzanfar, Aimee Goldstone, Adrian Willoughby
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Publication number: 20240086721Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for comparing genetic data of at least two individuals to determine a relationship between the at least two individuals and to present the relationship while providing privacy protection of certain genetic data. One system includes a one or more processing circuits to receive at least a portion of a first genetic dataset and at least a portion of a second genetic dataset. Further, the one or more processing circuits to identify a first set of DNA markers and identify a second set of DNA markers, and wherein the first set of DNA markers and the second set of DNA markers at least partially correspond. Further, the one or more processing circuits to determine a plurality of relationship indices, generate a relationship interface that includes graphical representations, and provide the relationship interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2023Publication date: March 14, 2024Applicant: Othram, Inc.Inventors: Lee C. Baker, David A. Mittelman, John W. Fondon, III
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Patent number: 11918881Abstract: Described herein is a swivel mount for rotatably coupling a display to the frame of an exercise machine. The swivel mount includes a rigid arm fixed to one of the display or the terminal end of a frame member, the arm terminating with a ball at its free end. A socket is defined at the other one of the display or frame member which rotatably received the ball. A rotational resistance mechanism is operatively associated with the socket to selectively engage the ball and resist the rotation of the swivel mount. In some embodiments, the arm of the swivel mount may rotate in a conical range of motion for repositioning the display in relation to the frame while the display remains in a fixed position relative to the arm.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2021Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: BowFlex Inc.Inventors: Bryce C. Baker, Bryan W. Hamilton, Edana French
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Publication number: 20240066834Abstract: A bonded optical assembly comprising infrared-transparent materials. The assembly comprises two or more infrared transparent optical elements and a polymer comprising at least one chalcogenide element and crosslinking moieties between the infrared-transparent optical elements. The crosslinking moieties may be organic, inorganic, or both.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Inventors: Darryl A. Boyd, Jason D. Myers, Vinh Q. Nguyen, Daniel J. Gibson, Colin C. Baker, Woohong Kim, Jasbinder S. Sanghera
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Patent number: 11889995Abstract: Irrigation and/or aspiration devices and methods may be configured to aspirate and irrigate alone, sequentially, or concurrently. The devices and methods may provide a base with a removable head, and adapted for partial or complete separation of the irrigation and aspiration functions. The devices and methods can be configured to aspirate and/or irrigate the nasal and sinus cavities. The devices and methods may be manually and/or automatically controlled. The devices and methods may include removable, and/or replaceable, and/or refillable, and easily cleanable reservoirs for aspirant and irrigant. The device head and/or aspirant reservoir may comprise a diagnostic device, i.e., test device and/or container after use of the devices and methods.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2023Date of Patent: February 6, 2024Assignee: Aardvark Medical, Inc.Inventors: Peter C. Baker, Clinton N. Slone, Michael J. Strasser, James M. Lovette, Thomas King, Richard Treadwell
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Patent number: 11883009Abstract: Irrigation and/or aspiration devices and methods may be configured to aspirate and irrigate alone, sequentially, or concurrently. The devices and methods may provide a base with a removable head, and adapted for partial or complete separation of the irrigation and aspiration functions. The devices and methods can be configured to aspirate and/or irrigate the nasal and sinus cavities. The devices and methods may be manually and/or automatically controlled. The devices and methods may include removable, and/or replaceable, and/or refillable, and easily cleanable reservoirs for aspirant and irrigant. The device head and/or aspirant reservoir may comprise a diagnostic device, i.e., test device and/or container after use of the devices and methods.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2023Date of Patent: January 30, 2024Assignee: Aardvark Medical, Inc.Inventors: Peter C. Baker, Clinton N. Slone, Michael J. Strasser, James M. Lovette, Thomas King, Richard Treadwell
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Patent number: 11883010Abstract: Irrigation and/or aspiration devices and methods may be configured to aspirate and irrigate alone, sequentially, or concurrently. The devices and methods may provide a base with a removable head, and adapted for partial or complete separation of the irrigation and aspiration functions. The devices and methods can be configured to aspirate and/or irrigate the nasal and sinus cavities. The devices and methods may be manually and/or automatically controlled. The devices and methods may include removable, and/or replaceable, and/or refillable, and easily cleanable reservoirs for aspirant and irrigant. The device head and/or aspirant reservoir may comprise a diagnostic device, i.e., test device and/or container after use of the devices and methods.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2023Date of Patent: January 30, 2024Assignee: Aardvark Medical, Inc.Inventors: Peter C. Baker, Clinton N. Slone, Michael J. Strasser, James M. Lovette, Thomas King, Richard Treadwell
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Publication number: 20240009357Abstract: Provided herein are methods, compositions, devices, and systems for the 3D printing of biomedical implants. In particular, methods and systems are provided for 3D printing of biomedical devices (e.g., endovascular stents) using photo-curable biomaterial inks (e.g., or methacrylated poly(diol citrate)).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2023Publication date: January 11, 2024Inventors: Jian Yang, Evan C. Baker, Henry O. T. Ware, Fan Zhou, Cheng Sun, Guillermo A. Ameer, Robert Van Lith
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Publication number: 20230417193Abstract: A redundant fuel metering system and method for a multi-stage combustor that utilizes a fuel metering valve EHSV from a less critical combustor stage fuel metering system as a redundant backup to the main metering valve EHSV. In the event of a failure of the main FMV EHSV, a control module signals a transfer system to switch control of the main FMV to the less critical combustor stage fuel metering system EHSV, thus maintaining control of the FMV for the main combustor. In doing this, the transfer valve then drives the less critical combustor stage fuel metering system FMV to its failsafe position while maintaining control of the main system.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Applicant: Woodward, Inc.Inventors: Carthel C. Baker, Andrew D. Splitt
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Publication number: 20230405366Abstract: An oxygen supply system for delivering oxygen to passengers in an aircraft in an event of a loss of cabin pressure includes a source of oxygen, a passenger service unit, and a main controller. The passenger service unit includes a face mask configured to facilitate a flow of an accumulated volume of oxygen from the source of oxygen, and a sensor configured to detect at least one of an ambient pressure, an airflow in a first direction, or an airflow in a second direction. The main controller is configured to determine at least one of the ambient pressure, the airflow being in the first direction, or the airflow being in the second direction, and command delivery of oxygen from the source of oxygen to the face mask in response to the determination.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2022Publication date: December 21, 2023Applicant: B/E AEROSPACE, INC.Inventors: BRYCE C. BAKER, ASHISH SHRIKHANDE
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Patent number: 11827008Abstract: A method for bonding infrared transparent materials by placing a polymer comprising at least one chalcogenide element and crosslinking moieties between infrared-transparent optical elements and applying heat, pressure, or both. The crosslinking moieties may be organic, inorganic, or both. Also disclosed is the related bonded assembly comprising infrared transparent optical elements.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2020Date of Patent: November 28, 2023Assignee: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Darryl A. Boyd, Jason D. Myers, Vinh Q. Nguyen, Daniel J. Gibson, Colin C. Baker, Woohong Kim, Jasbinder S. Sanghera
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Patent number: 11804301Abstract: Embodiments in accordance with the present disclosure are directed to systems and methods for managing hot flashes and/or menopause symptoms. An example system includes sensor circuitry and logic circuitry. The sensor circuitry obtains a physical measurement associated with a user and communicates the physical measurement. The logic circuitry generates a predictive model that indicates a probability of the user having a hot flash at a date and time based on a plurality of input parameters, revises the probability based on the physical measurement using the predictive model, and communicates data indicative of an action in response to the revised probability being outside a threshold, such as providing cooling relief.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2019Date of Patent: October 31, 2023Assignee: SRI InternationalInventors: Massimiliano de Zambotti, Fiona C. Baker, Mohamad Forouzanfar, Bhaskar Ramamurthy, Laurie Menoud
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Publication number: 20230320704Abstract: Irrigation and/or aspiration devices and methods may be configured to aspirate and irrigate alone, sequentially, or concurrently. The devices and methods may provide a base with a removable head, and adapted for partial or complete separation of the irrigation and aspiration functions. The devices and methods can be configured to aspirate and/or irrigate the nasal and sinus cavities. The devices and methods may be manually and/or automatically controlled. The devices and methods may include removable, and/or replaceable, and/or refillable, and easily cleanable reservoirs for aspirant and irrigant. The device head and/or aspirant reservoir may comprise a diagnostic device, i.e., test device and/or container after use of the devices and methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2023Publication date: October 12, 2023Applicant: Aardvark Medical, Inc.Inventors: Peter C. BAKER, Clinton N. SLONE, Michael J. STRASSER, James M. LOVETTE, Thomas KING, Richard TREADWELL
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Publication number: 20230320703Abstract: Irrigation and/or aspiration devices and methods may be configured to aspirate and irrigate alone, sequentially, or concurrently. The devices and methods may provide a base with a removable head, and adapted for partial or complete separation of the irrigation and aspiration functions. The devices and methods can be configured to aspirate and/or irrigate the nasal and sinus cavities. The devices and methods may be manually and/or automatically controlled. The devices and methods may include removable, and/or replaceable, and/or refillable, and easily cleanable reservoirs for aspirant and irrigant. The device head and/or aspirant reservoir may comprise a diagnostic device, i.e., test device and/or container after use of the devices and methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2023Publication date: October 12, 2023Applicant: Aardvark Medical, Inc.Inventors: Peter C. BAKER, Clinton N. SLONE, Michael J. STRASSER, James M. LOVETTE, Thomas KING, Richard TREADWELL
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Publication number: 20230306502Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method and related system for generating a presentation of a plurality of sequential historical events stored in a service provider system. The method accesses a first historical event from a plurality of historical events associated with a user and stored in a memory of the service provider system. The method further includes locating a first presentation element template associated with the first historical event from a plurality of presentation element templates stored in the memory. The first presentation element template is copied into a first presentation element of a presentation, and data from the first historical event is copied into the first presentation element of the presentation. The method further comprises determining the first historical event as being a negative historical event according to a predefined criteria. The method further comprises transmitting the presentation to a user display device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2018Publication date: September 28, 2023Inventors: Gene C. Baker, JR., Mary Kathryn Hollingsworth, Jennifer L. Plese, Paul R. Pluger, Steven Everett Sipe
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Publication number: 20230293155Abstract: Irrigation and/or aspiration devices and methods may be configured to aspirate and irrigate alone, sequentially, or concurrently. The devices and methods may provide a base with a removable head, and adapted for partial or complete separation of the irrigation and aspiration functions. The devices and methods can be configured to aspirate and/or irrigate the nasal and sinus cavities. The devices and methods may be manually and/or automatically controlled. The devices and methods may include removable, and/or replaceable, and/or refillable, and easily cleanable reservoirs for aspirant and irrigant. The device head and/or aspirant reservoir may comprise a diagnostic device, i.e., test device and/or container after use of the devices and methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2023Publication date: September 21, 2023Applicant: Aardvark Medical, Inc.Inventors: Peter C. BAKER, Clinton N. SLONE, Michael J. STRASSER, James M. LOVETTE, Thomas KING, Richard TREADWELL
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Publication number: 20230289700Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed herein for monitoring call compliance and verification. According to some embodiments, there is disclosed a workflow server configured to monitor a communication session between first and second users. The server may also perform a first operation during the communication session, and generate a signal based on the communication session. In response to generating the signal, the workflow server may stop the first operation, disconnect the first and second users, and initiate a second operation for the first user. And, in response to detecting a completion of the second operation, the workflow server reconnects the first and second users, and completes the first operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 9, 2022Publication date: September 14, 2023Applicant: Capital One Services, LLCInventors: Trent F. HODGES, Rodney C. BAKER, James William HOSTETLER, II
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Patent number: 11742066Abstract: A system to verify the identity of a recipient requesting fulfillment of a prescription for a pharmaceutical product includes a point-of-sale retail personal identification number entry device (pinpad) and a workstation that stop a transaction for the pharmaceutical product from proceeding in response to a request associated with a claim for dispensing the pharmaceutical product. A first input for data identifying a member of a rewards program is entered with the pinpad, and a second input for data identifying a recipient of the prescription is entered with the workstation. The workstation compares the data identifying the member of the rewards program against the data identifying the recipient of the prescription. If there is a match between the data identifying the member of the rewards program and the data identifying the recipient of the prescription, the pinpad and workstation allow the transaction for the pharmaceutical product to proceed.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2019Date of Patent: August 29, 2023Assignee: WALGREEN CO.Inventors: Nicolet L. Leonardo, Averill D. Gordon, Ugochi C. Baker