Patents by Inventor C. Osborne
C. Osborne 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: 20250111001Abstract: A system includes a plurality of memory resources and a plurality of processor resources configured to access the memory resources and execute a plurality of instructions to perform a plurality of operations. The operations generate an alias link through a web service, the alias link defining a first target link to a first target resource through a network, and insert the alias link within a network accessible resource. The operations further provide access to the first target resource through the alias link from within the network accessible resource and maintain the alias link in an unchanged state after the web service changes the alias link to define a second target link to a second target resource through the network.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2023Publication date: April 3, 2025Inventors: Jeffrey Kern, Brian H. Hoscheit, Ernesto Leyva Barrero, Sudharsanan Alisoor Narasimharaghavan, Ruth A. Murphy, Stephen C. Osborn
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Patent number: 12263654Abstract: A system and a method for securing a panel insert to a panel include a main housing, a heater within the main housing, a coupling rod extending from the main housing, and a clamp assembly coupled to the coupling rod. The clamp assembly is configured to clamp the panel insert to the panel. The heater is configured to cure an adhesive applied to the panel insert to bond the panel insert to the panel.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2022Date of Patent: April 1, 2025Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Andrew William Mueller, Terrence C. Seet, John C. Osborne
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Patent number: 12187412Abstract: An insulation attachment system for an aircraft includes a first insulation blanket including a first tab at an aft end of the first insulation blanket and a second insulation blanket including a second tab at an aft end of the second insulation blanket. The system also includes a third insulation blanket and a first attachment component disposed on an outboard forward portion of the second insulation blanket and clasping a first frame member of the aircraft such that the first tab and the second insulation blanket are attached to the first frame member. The system also includes a second attachment component disposed on an outboard forward portion of the third insulation blanket and clasping a second frame member of the aircraft that is aft of the first frame member such that the second tab and the third insulation blanket are attached to the second frame member.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2022Date of Patent: January 7, 2025Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: John C. Osborne, Steven A. Scott
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Patent number: 12077277Abstract: An insulation system for an aircraft fuselage uses a plurality of stringers extending longitudinally. An insulation blanket is configured for installation on the stringers and a plurality of stringer clips are attached to and extend from an outboard side of the insulation blanket. Each stringer clip has a connecting flange engaged to a cover of the insulation blanket. A first attachment arm extends outboard from a first end of the connecting flange and terminates in a first hook resiliently engaging the stringer. A second attachment arm extends outboard from a second end of the connecting flange and terminates in a second hook resiliently engaging the stringer.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2022Date of Patent: September 3, 2024Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: John C. Osborne, Steven A. Scott, Valeriy A. Vinogradov
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Patent number: 12059856Abstract: In an example, a method of shimming an uncured substructure for assembly is disclosed. The method comprises emitting a signal from an inspection system proximate a mating surface of the substructure, detecting a reflection of the signal with the inspection system, generating a data set based on detecting the reflection of the signal, the data set representing a shape of the mating surface, determining distances between a plurality of points on the mating surface and respective points on an inner surface of a support structure based on the data set, generating filler dimension data based on the distances, wherein the filler dimension data includes a varying thickness, shaping a filler structure with a computer numerical controlled shaping device using the filler dimension data, adhering a first surface of the filler structure to the mating surface of the substructure to form a shimmed substructure subassembly, and curing the shimmed substructure subassembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2022Date of Patent: August 13, 2024Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Marcin A. Rabiega, Kevin L Braun, Jason R. Grindon, Yaniv R. Rock, John C. Osborne
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Patent number: 12036642Abstract: A system for removing a panel insert from a panel includes a main housing. A loading cap is coupled to the main housing. A tension knob is coupled to the main housing. The tension knob is configured to couple to a puller rod. A tension spring is within the main housing. The loading cap is configured to set the tension spring at an initial tension. The tension knob is configured to set the tension spring at a subsequent tension. A heater is configured to apply heat to the panel insert.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2022Date of Patent: July 16, 2024Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Andrew William Mueller, Terrence C. Seet, John C. Osborne
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Patent number: 12026785Abstract: Techniques for gamifying risk management services include associating a financial status of a user with a defensible position display element in a gameplay scenario, receiving risk management data regarding at least one risk management service secured by the user, associating the risk management service with at least one defensive display element in the gameplay scenario, and providing the defensible position display element and each defensive display element to a display to cause the display to visualize the defensible position display element protected by each defensive display element in the gameplay scenario.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2023Date of Patent: July 2, 2024Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (“USAA”)Inventors: Shane C. Osborne, Jaime Fernandez, Jr.
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Patent number: 11959508Abstract: A panel assembly for installation onto a track beam including a beam flange having a non-linear edge is disclosed. The panel assembly includes a panel and a lockable catch moveably connected to the panel. The lockable catch includes a lockable mating edge configured to selectively mate with the non-linear edge of the beam flange of the track beam. The lockable catch also includes a lockable catch edge extending beyond the lockable mating edge. The lockable catch is moveable on a lower surface of the panel between an unlocked position and a locked position. In the unlocked position the lockable catch edge is retracted. In the locked position, the lockable mating edge mates with the non-linear edge of the beam flange and the lockable catch edge retains the panel on the track beam.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2020Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: John C. Osborne, Steven A. Scott
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Publication number: 20240075563Abstract: A system for removing a panel insert from a panel includes a main housing. A loading cap is coupled to the main housing. A tension knob is coupled to the main housing. The tension knob is configured to couple to a puller rod. A tension spring is within the main housing. The loading cap is configured to set the tension spring at an initial tension. The tension knob is configured to set the tension spring at a subsequent tension. A heater is configured to apply heat to the panel insert.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2022Publication date: March 7, 2024Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Andrew William Mueller, Terrence C. Seet, John C. Osborne
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Publication number: 20240075692Abstract: A system and a method for securing a panel insert to a panel include a main housing, a heater within the main housing, a coupling rod extending from the main housing, and a clamp assembly coupled to the coupling rod. The clamp assembly is configured to clamp the panel insert to the panel. The heater is configured to cure an adhesive applied to the panel insert to bond the panel insert to the panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2022Publication date: March 7, 2024Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Andrew William Mueller, Terrence C. Seet, John C. Osborne
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Patent number: 11866149Abstract: A blanket for insulating an aircraft structure comprises an insulating portion, comprising a first edge and a second edge, perpendicular to the first edge. The blanket also comprises a tab portion, extending from the insulating portion, and a formable coupler, attached to the insulating portion. The tab portion is thinner than the insulating portion. The insulating portion fully overlaps the formable coupler. The formable coupler is parallel to the second edge of the insulating portion and is perpendicular to the first edge of the insulating portion.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2021Date of Patent: January 9, 2024Assignee: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Steven A. Scott, John C. Osborne
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Patent number: 11763392Abstract: Techniques for gamifying risk management services include associating a financial status of a user with a defensible position display element in a gameplay scenario, receiving risk management data regarding at least one risk management service secured by the user, associating the risk management service with at least one defensive display element in the gameplay scenario, and providing the defensible position display element and each defensive display element to a display to cause the display to visualize the defensible position display element protected by each defensive display element in the gameplay scenario.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2021Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (“USAA”)Inventors: Shane C. Osborne, Jaime Fernandez, Jr.
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Patent number: 11732744Abstract: A fastener which includes a first portion of a shaft which defines threads, and a second portion of the shaft, which extends from the first portion of the shaft, includes a planar curved surface. A method for securing a fastener to an e-nut, which includes the step of inserting the fastener positioned within an e-nut into an opening defined by and which extends through at least two components to be secured together, wherein: a first portion of the shaft of the fastener defines threads; and a second portion of the shaft of the fastener, which extends from the first portion of the shaft, defines a curved planar surface.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 2019Date of Patent: August 22, 2023Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: John C. Osborne, Terrence C. Seet
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Publication number: 20230257098Abstract: An insulation attachment system for an aircraft includes a first insulation blanket including a first tab at an aft end of the first insulation blanket and a second insulation blanket including a second tab at an aft end of the second insulation blanket. The system also includes a third insulation blanket and a first attachment component disposed on an outboard forward portion of the second insulation blanket and clasping a first frame member of the aircraft such that the first tab and the second insulation blanket are attached to the first frame member. The system also includes a second attachment component disposed on an outboard forward portion of the third insulation blanket and clasping a second frame member of the aircraft that is aft of the first frame member such that the second tab and the third insulation blanket are attached to the second frame member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2022Publication date: August 17, 2023Inventors: John C. Osborne, Steven A. Scott
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Patent number: 11696372Abstract: A spring induction heater assembly is shown and described. The device has a quench tank incorporated into the design. A motor and drive mechanism provide rotation of a spring about one axis from a first position used for loading, to a second position for heat treatment with an induction coil and a third position where the spring is released dropped into a quench tank. Another rotational system is operational to rotate the spring on a spindle in the second or horizontal position while the spring is located between at least two legs of an induction coil. The induction coil provides even heating to the spring coils thereby providing desired changes to the material properties. The quench tank can have an automated system to remove the springs from the quench tank.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2019Date of Patent: July 4, 2023Inventors: Willard W Schultz, Jeffrey C Osborn, Ronald N Check, Gary M Gariglio
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Patent number: 11572907Abstract: A shear pin assembly for securing to a face sheet of a honeycomb core sandwich panel structure and to engage a support structure, which includes a head member having a first width dimension and a neck section secured to the head member with the neck section having a second width dimension less than the first width dimension. Further included is a flange secured to the neck section with the flange extending in a direction away from the neck section and a pin member which extends from the flange in a direction away from the head member.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2019Date of Patent: February 7, 2023Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventor: John C. Osborne
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Patent number: 11566646Abstract: An insert may include an outer sleeve that includes a first tubular portion and a first disk portion perpendicular to the first tubular portion at an end of the first tubular portion. An inner sleeve includes a second tubular portion and a second disk portion perpendicular to the second tubular portion at an end of the second tubular portion. The second tubular portion of the inner sleeve may be configured to be inserted in the first tubular portion of the outer sleeve. The first disk portion of the outer sleeve may include a first surface and a second surface, wherein the second surface includes a recess configured to accommodate the second disk portion of the inner sleeve when the second tubular portion is inserted in the first tubular portion.Type: GrantFiled: February 7, 2020Date of Patent: January 31, 2023Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: John C. Osborne, Terrence C. Seet
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Patent number: 11477964Abstract: The invention provides methods and compositions for breeding pepper (Capsicum sp. such as Capsicum annuum) lines, including isogenic and nearly isogenic lines, displaying one or more mature fruit color(s) of interest. Predictive genetic markers and associated sequences and primers, associated with phenotypic diversity at the Ccs locus encoding Capsanthin-Capsorubin Synthase, and the Ze locus encoding Zeaxanthin Epoxidase are also provided, as well as methods for breeding pepper lines. Further provided are pepper plants, and plant parts including seeds, seed mixtures, fruit, and packaged fruit, which display mature fruit color(s) of interest.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2020Date of Patent: October 25, 2022Assignee: SEMINIS VEGETABLE SEEDS, INC.Inventors: Carl Joseph Braun, III, Eva King-Fan Chan, Graeme S. Garvey, Carl Martin Jones, Brian J. Just, Joel M. Kniskern, Jonathan R. Mein, Thomas C. Osborn, Petrus M. J. A. van Poppel
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Publication number: 20220315201Abstract: An insulation system for an aircraft fuselage uses a plurality of stringers extending longitudinally. An insulation blanket is configured for installation on the stringers and a plurality of stringer clips are attached to and extend from an outboard side of the insulation blanket. Each stringer clip has a connecting flange engaged to a cover of the insulation blanket. A first attachment arm extends outboard from a first end of the connecting flange and terminates in a first hook resiliently engaging the stringer. A second attachment arm extends outboard from a second end of the connecting flange and terminates in a second hook resiliently engaging the stringer.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2022Publication date: October 6, 2022Inventors: John C. Osborne, Steven A. Scott, Valeriy A. Vinogradov
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Publication number: 20220234314Abstract: In an example, a method of shimming an uncured substructure for assembly is disclosed. The method comprises emitting a signal from an inspection system proximate a mating surface of the substructure, detecting a reflection of the signal with the inspection system, generating a data set based on detecting the reflection of the signal, the data set representing a shape of the mating surface, determining distances between a plurality of points on the mating surface and respective points on an inner surface of a support structure based on the data set, generating filler dimension data based on the distances, wherein the filler dimension data includes a varying thickness, shaping a filler structure with a computer numerical controlled shaping device using the filler dimension data, adhering a first surface of the filler structure to the mating surface of the substructure to form a shimmed substructure subassembly, and curing the shimmed substructure subassembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2022Publication date: July 28, 2022Inventors: Marcin A. Rabiega, Kevin L. Braun, Jason R. Grindon, Yaniv R. Rock, John C. Osborne