Patents by Inventor Chao Tao

Chao Tao 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).

  • Publication number: 20250111666
    Abstract: Methods and systems for visualizing media trends at a content sharing platform are provided herein. A request of a client device is received for media items of a platform. A graphical user interface (GUI) including audiovisual content of one or more media items and an indication that the media items are associated with a media trend of the platform is provided for presentation on the client device. The media trend is associated with a set of media items, where content of the set of media items share common audiovisual characteristics in accordance with a concept of the media trend A user interaction with a GUI element associated with the media items is detected. Responsive to the detection, an additional GUI is provided for presentation on to the client device, the additional GUI including audiovisual content of a set of media items associated with the media trend.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2024
    Publication date: April 3, 2025
    Inventors: Mingyan Gao, Hui Miao, Ye Jin, Sourabh Bansod, Wenqi He, Bibang Liu, Jeffrey Daniel Forrester, Chao Tao, Eman Aboulatta, Jonathan Samuel Leavitt
  • Patent number: 12233182
    Abstract: A novel bio-adhesive suitable for in vivo and/or underwater medical use is disclosed. The bio-adhesive includes base polymers conjugated to hydrophobic moieties for imparting water-resistance and/or to phenolic moieties for enhancing adhesion to biological tissues. The bio-adhesive exhibits low toxicity and is highly compatible with biological tissues.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2025
    Assignee: City University of Hong Kong
    Inventors: Dong-An Wang, Chao Tao, Min Jin
  • Publication number: 20240313293
    Abstract: A battery box, battery pack and energy storage container are provided. The battery box comprises: a bottom plate and a frame, the bottom plate and the frame together form an installation cavity, the bottom plate is provided with a number of cooling flow channels, and the cooling flow channels are used for circulating cooling medium; a coolant-converging-channel, at least one end of the bottom plate is provided with the coolant-converging-channel, the coolant-converging-channel is located inside or outside the installation cavity, and the coolant-converging-channel connects to the bottom plate and is interconnected to the cooling flow channels. The battery box, battery pack and energy storage container can achieve uniform heat dissipation of the battery module, convenient for thermal management inside the battery pack and improving battery safety.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2024
    Publication date: September 19, 2024
    Inventors: Hui CAO, Si LIU, Chen YU, Hua DAI, Chao TAO, Qi ZHAO
  • Publication number: 20240108782
    Abstract: A novel bio-adhesive suitable for in vivo and/or underwater medical use is disclosed. The bio-adhesive includes base polymers conjugated to hydrophobic moieties for imparting water-resistance and/or to phenolic moieties for enhancing adhesion to biological tissues. The bio-adhesive exhibits low toxicity and is highly compatible with biological tissues.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2022
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Inventors: Dong-An Wang, Chao Tao, Min Jin
  • Patent number: 11710307
    Abstract: An urban remote sensing image scene classification method in consideration of spatial relationships is provided and includes following steps of: cutting a remote sensing image into sub-images in an even and non-overlapping manner; performing a visual information coding on each of the sub-images to obtain a feature image Fv; inputting the feature image Fv into a crossing transfer unit to obtain hierarchical spatial characteristics; performing convolution of dimensionality reduction on the hierarchical spatial characteristics to obtain dimensionality-reduced hierarchical spatial characteristics; and performing a softmax model based classification on the dimensionality-reduced hierarchical spatial characteristics to obtain a classification result.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: CENTRAL SOUTH UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Chao Tao, Weipeng Lu, Ji Qi, Haifeng Li
  • Publication number: 20220053813
    Abstract: Abnormally-shaped tobacco granules are provided. The tobacco granules comprise a tobacco granule body and a coating attached to the surface of the tobacco granule body. The coating contains an adhesive. The surface of the abnormally-shaped tobacco granule has one or more grooves and/or ridges, and/or, the abnormally-shaped tobacco granule has through holes therein. The surface grooves of the abnormally-shaped tobacco granules can serve as smoke channels after the tobacco granules are bonded, cured and shaped, so that the air permeability inside a total-granule tobacco product is greatly improved. The smoking resistance of cigarettes is reduced. The flammability of cigarettes is improved and the consumption of tobacco raw materials is reduced. A preparation method of the abnormally-shaped tobacco granules, a tobacco product comprising the abnormally-shaped tobacco granules, and a preparation method thereof are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2019
    Publication date: February 24, 2022
    Applicant: CHINA TOBACCO HUNAN INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Yong Jin, Qian Chen, Ke Li, Saibo Yu, Hongmei Fan, Haifeng Tan, Shital Wang, Chao Tao, Qi Liu
  • Publication number: 20210264150
    Abstract: An urban remote sensing image scene classification method in consideration of spatial relationships is provided and includes following steps of: cutting a remote sensing image into sub-images in an even and non-overlapping manner; performing a visual information coding on each of the sub-images to obtain a feature image Fv; inputting the feature image Fv into a crossing transfer unit to obtain hierarchical spatial characteristics; performing convolution of dimensionality reduction on the hierarchical spatial characteristics to obtain dimensionality-reduced hierarchical spatial characteristics; and performing a softmax model based classification on the dimensionality-reduced hierarchical spatial characteristics to obtain a classification result.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2021
    Publication date: August 26, 2021
    Inventors: Chao Tao, Weipeng Lu, Ji Qi, Haifeng Li
  • Patent number: 11049752
    Abstract: An apparatus configured to calibrate a wafer bonding apparatus includes a stage, a linear moving pin, a detector, and a data processing unit. The stage is configured to hold a wafer thereon, and the wafer includes a predetermined mark thereon. The linear moving pin is configured to push the wafer away from the stage. The detector is configured to detect a position of the predetermined mark when the linear moving pin applies a force to the wafer. The data processing unit receives information on the position of the predetermined mark from the detector and information on a corresponding force applied to the wafer by the linear moving pin, where the data processing unit is configured to compare the information with calibration information.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Assignee: Wuhan Xinxin Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Chao Tao
  • Publication number: 20200144088
    Abstract: An apparatus configured to calibrate a wafer bonding apparatus includes a stage, a linear moving pin, a detector, and a data processing unit. The stage is configured to hold a wafer thereon, and the wafer includes a predetermined mark thereon. The linear moving pin is configured to push the wafer away from the stage. The detector is configured to detect a position of the predetermined mark when the linear moving pin applies a force to the wafer. The data processing unit receives information on the position of the predetermined mark from the detector and information on a corresponding force applied to the wafer by the linear moving pin, where the data processing unit is configured to compare the information with calibration information.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2019
    Publication date: May 7, 2020
    Inventor: Chao Tao
  • Publication number: 20200089177
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer readable media may be configured to determine user response to simulation of driving experience. Simulation information may be obtained. The simulation information may define a simulation of driving experience. A simulation of driving experience may include a visual portion, an audio portion, and a motion portion. The visual portion of the simulation may be outputted via a display. The audio portion of the simulation may be outputted via a speaker. The motion portion of the simulation may be outputted via a vibration motor configured to vibrate a seat and motion of the seat along one or more of six-degrees of freedom. A user's response to the simulation of driving experience may be determined via a set of sensors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2018
    Publication date: March 19, 2020
    Inventors: Chao Tao, Xiang Yu, Tiancheng Lou, Jun Peng, Yubo Zhang, Sinan Xiao
  • Patent number: 9840631
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a preparation method for a fluorinated POSS/polysiloxane hybrid coating and the anti-icing application thereof The coating is prepared by mixing fluorinatedpolyhedral oligomericsilsesquioxanes (fluorinated POSS) comprising Si-H bonds and fluoro alkyl chains in the eight vertices with polysiloxane, and subsequently curing via hydrosilylation. Fluorinated POSS aggregates on the surface of the polysiloxane hybrid coating due to the low surface energy fluorinated chains, leading to the generation of micro/nano-sized wrinkles. The wrinkles, together with lubricant, contribute to the low water contact angle hysteresis (as low as 2°) and ice shear strength (as low as 20 kPa). The required materials are easy to obtain, and the preparation is simple and controllable. All the above make it promising as anti-icing coatings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2017
    Assignee: Tianjin University
    Inventors: Xiaoyan Yuan, Chao Tao, Kongying Zhu, Chenghao Luo, Yunhui Zhao, Xiaohui Li, Kaiqiang Zhang
  • Publication number: 20170218209
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a preparation method for a fluorinated POSS/polysiloxane hybrid coating and the anti-icing application thereof The coating is prepared by mixing fluorinatedpolyhedral oligomericsilsesquioxanes (fluorinated POSS) comprising Si-H bonds and fluoro alkyl chains in the eight vertices with polysiloxane, and subsequently curing via hydrosilylation. Fluorinated POSS aggregates on the surface of the polysiloxane hybrid coating due to the low surface energy fluorinated chains, leading to the generation of micro/nano-sized wrinkles. The wrinkles, together with lubricant, contribute to the low water contact angle hysteresis (as low as 2°) and ice shear strength (as low as 20 kPa). The required materials are easy to obtain, and the preparation is simple and controllable. All the above make it promising as anti-icing coatings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2014
    Publication date: August 3, 2017
    Inventors: Xiaoyan YUAN, Chao TAO, Kongying ZHU, Chenghao LUO, Yunhui ZHAO, Xiaohui LI, Kalqiang ZHANG
  • Patent number: 9373156
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose a method for controlling display interface rotation of a terminal, including: collecting human face image data of a user; processing the human face image data of the user to acquire human face posture information; and rotating a display interface according to the human face posture information to adjust a direction of the display interface of the terminal. The embodiments of the present invention further disclose a terminal. According to the present invention, a display interface of the terminal may remain in an orthophoric direction of a user, which can improve the visual experience of the user and make the terminal more intelligent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Assignee: DONGGUAN GOLDEX COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Chao Tao
  • Patent number: 9036326
    Abstract: An electrostatic clamp is provided having a clamping plate, wherein the clamping plate has a central region and an annulus region. A plurality of gas supply orifices are defined in the central region of the clamping plate, wherein the plurality of gas supply orifices are in fluid communication with a pressurized gas supply, and wherein the pressurized gas supply is configured to provide a cushion of gas between the clamping surface and the workpiece in the central region of the clamping plate via the plurality of gas supply orifices. One or more gas return orifices defined in one or more of the central region and annulus region of the clamping plate, wherein the one or more gas return orifices are in fluid communication with a vacuum source, therein generally defining an exhaust path for the cushion of gas.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2015
    Assignee: Axcelis Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: William David Lee, Marvin Raymond LaFontaine, Ashwin Madhukar Purohit, Joseph Daniel Gillespie, Donovan Beckel, Teng Chao Tao, Alexander Henry Slocum, Samir Nayfeh
  • Publication number: 20150042556
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose a method for controlling display interface rotation of a terminal, including: collecting human face image data of a user; processing the human face image data of the user to acquire human face posture information; and rotating a display interface according to the human face posture information to adjust a direction of the display interface of the terminal. The embodiments of the present invention further disclose a terminal. According to the present invention, a display interface of the terminal may remain in an orthophoric direction of a user, which can improve the visual experience of the user and make the terminal more intelligent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2013
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventor: Chao Tao
  • Patent number: 7629597
    Abstract: A system for controlling the temperature of a semiconductor workpiece processing tool and surrounding structure, thereby reducing the deposition rates within an ion implanter. A faraday flag structure comprising a conductive strike plate coupled to a circuit for monitoring ions striking the strike plate to obtain an indication of the and a base supporting the strike plate that includes a thermally conductive material surrounding at least a portion of an outer perimeter of the strike plate. The faraday flag structure base defines a conduit for routing coolant through the thermally conductive material surrounding the strike plate. Positioned below the faraday flag is a thermally controlled cold trap that receives and retains foreign material appearing in ion implanter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2009
    Assignee: Axcelis Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Teng-Chao Tao, Philip J Ring
  • Publication number: 20090273878
    Abstract: An electrostatic clamp is provided having a clamping plate, wherein the clamping plate has a central region and an annulus region. A plurality of gas supply orifices are defined in the central region of the clamping plate, wherein the plurality of gas supply orifices are in fluid communication with a pressurized gas supply, and wherein the pressurized gas supply is configured to provide a cushion of gas between the clamping surface and the workpiece in the central region of the clamping plate via the plurality of gas supply orifices. One or more gas return orifices defined in one or more of the central region and annulus region of the clamping plate, wherein the one or more gas return orifices are in fluid communication with a vacuum source, therein generally defining an exhaust path for the cushion of gas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2008
    Publication date: November 5, 2009
    Applicant: Axcelis Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: William David Lee, Marvin Raymond LaFontaine, Ashwin Madhukar Purohit, Joseph Daniel Gillespie, Donovan Beckel, Teng Chao Tao, Alexander Henry Slocum, Samir Nayfeh
  • Publication number: 20080073576
    Abstract: A system for controlling the temperature of a semiconductor workpiece processing tool and surrounding structure, thereby reducing the deposition rates within an ion implanter. A faraday flag structure comprising a conductive strike plate coupled to a circuit for monitoring ions striking the strike plate to obtain an indication of the and a base supporting the strike plate that includes a thermally conductive material surrounding at least a portion of an outer perimeter of the strike plate. The faraday flag structure base defines a conduit for routing coolant through the thermally conductive material surrounding the strike plate. Positioned below the faraday flag is a thermally controlled cold trap that receives and retains foreign material appearing in ion implanter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2006
    Publication date: March 27, 2008
    Inventors: Teng-Chao Tao, Philip J. Ring
  • Patent number: D370470
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 1993
    Date of Patent: June 4, 1996
    Assignee: Industrial Technology Research Inst.
    Inventors: Chao-Tao Wu, Yu-Lin Chao