Patents by Inventor Craig M. Watson

Craig M. Watson 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: 12211387
    Abstract: A system for urban air mobility monitors flight separation for compliance with a safe separation distance. A reference formation airspace is established for a reference air taxi based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determined and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the air taxi to reestablish safe separation. The extent of separation is also safely contained by the presence of virtual air taxis whose positions on the periphery of the penetrated airspace serve to limit potential penetration of surrounding air taxi air spaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2025
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC.
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20240331552
    Abstract: A Digital Flight Airspace Management System (DFAMS) and method for digitally managing the flight of a plurality of aircraft through a shared airspace. The system deploys digital airblocks dimensioned to safe separation standards by aircraft type and arrays them in a 3D lattice to represent any airspace. DFAMS authorizes flight plans in the form of accepting reservations for channels of contiguous airblocks between origin-destination pairs. Use of specifically dimensioned airblocks aligned in protected channels means accepted reservations are automatically safely-separated and deconflicted by design. Additional features support flight capacity management, DF risk management, differential aircraft performance and navigation capabilities, and cloud-based flight management systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2024
    Publication date: October 3, 2024
    Applicant: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 12051336
    Abstract: An autonomous airspace separation system monitors flight separation for compliance with a separation standard. A reference formation airspace is established based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established based on a deformation of the reference formation airspace caused by the penetrating aircraft. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determine and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the aircraft to reestablish safe separation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2024
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20230410667
    Abstract: A system for urban air mobility monitors flight separation for compliance with a safe separation distance. A reference formation airspace is established for a reference air taxi based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determined and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the air taxi to reestablish safe separation. The extent of separation is also safely contained by the presence of virtual air taxis whose positions on the periphery of the penetrated airspace serve to limit potential penetration of surrounding air taxi air spaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Applicant: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11749123
    Abstract: A system for urban air mobility monitors flight separation for compliance with a safe separation distance. A reference formation airspace is established for a reference air taxi based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determined and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the air taxi to reestablish safe separation. The extent of separation is also safely contained by the presence of virtual air taxis whose positions on the periphery of the penetrated airspace serve to limit potential penetration of surrounding air taxi air spaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2023
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20230260408
    Abstract: An autonomous airspace separation system monitors flight separation for compliance with a separation standard. A reference formation airspace is established based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established based on a deformation of the reference formation airspace caused by the penetrating aircraft. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determine and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the aircraft to reestablish safe separation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 24, 2023
    Publication date: August 17, 2023
    Applicant: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11636769
    Abstract: An autonomous airspace separation system monitors flight separation for compliance with a separation standard. A reference formation airspace is established based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established based on a deformation of the reference formation airspace caused by the penetrating aircraft. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determine and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the aircraft to reestablish safe separation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11630836
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interaction between different parameters of an aircraft flight. Specific applications effectively support improved flight safety and greater fuel efficiency. Proxy values of flight metrics are defined and scaled so the axes of the array contain corresponding indicators resulting in a matched array and an embedded, unique alignment vector showing the relationships between different flight variables. The flight alignment system may be used with flight data that contain discontinuities and nonlinear reversions. Wherever values intersect, flight alignment system indicators can depict proximity to the alignment vector, as well as the direction and extent of adjustments to either or both selected flight metrics to achieve and maintain controlled flight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2023
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20230108873
    Abstract: An autonomous airspace separation system monitors flight separation for compliance with a separation standard. A reference formation airspace is established based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established based on a deformation of the reference formation airspace caused by the penetrating aircraft. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determine and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the aircraft to reestablish safe separation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2022
    Publication date: April 6, 2023
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20230103905
    Abstract: A system for urban air mobility monitors flight separation for compliance with a safe separation distance. A reference formation airspace is established for a reference air taxi based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determined and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the air taxi to reestablish safe separation. The extent of separation is also safely contained by the presence of virtual air taxis whose positions on the periphery of the penetrated airspace serve to limit potential penetration of surrounding air taxi air spaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2022
    Publication date: April 6, 2023
    Applicant: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11508103
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interactions between management and a plurality of employees in an organization. Axes contain proxy values of employee and manager expectations scaled to yield a matched array and an alignment vector containing cells representing target alignment between employee and manager expectations. A scatter plot of multiple employee positions portrays the pattern of talent alignment and distribution, representing the talent architecture for the organization. The talent architecture is characterized by multiple static and dynamic metrics that identify normative opportunities to improve organization alignment, and measure organization talent management performance, especially in relation to the reference and general alignment vectors of the array.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: EffectiveTalent Office LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11508246
    Abstract: An autonomous airspace system for urban air mobility monitors flight separation for compliance with a safe separation distance. A reference formation airspace is established for a reference air taxi based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established based on a deformation of the reference formation airspace caused by the penetrating air taxis. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determined and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the air taxi to reestablish safe separation. The extent of separation is also safely contained by the presence of virtual air taxis whose positions on the periphery of the penetrated airspace serve to limit potential penetration of surrounding air taxi air spaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11282398
    Abstract: An autonomous airspace separation system monitors flight separation for compliance with a separation standard. A reference formation airspace is established based on minimum longitudinal, lateral and vertical parameters. When penetration of the reference formation airspace is detected, a penetration airspace is established based on a deformation of the reference formation airspace caused by the penetrating aircraft. A centroid of the penetration airspace is determine and a target separation to the centroid is supplied to the aircraft to reestablish safe separation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20220001936
    Abstract: This disclosure details retention assemblies for connecting panels or other components of automotive vehicles. An exemplary retention assembly may include a polymeric panel and a combined snap assembly and fastener boss that is molded-in the polymeric panel. The retention assembly may be utilized to connect an additional structure, such an another panel, to the polymeric panel for establishing a vehicle assembly. The combined snap assembly and fastener boss packages both snap and fastening features within a common packaging space of the retention assembly, thereby reducing assembly complexities and costs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2020
    Publication date: January 6, 2022
    Inventors: Craig M. Watson, Mark A. Wisneski, Martin D. Lopez, Flondezi Godette
  • Publication number: 20210303589
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interaction between different parameters of an aircraft flight. Specific applications effectively support improved flight safety and greater fuel efficiency. Proxy values of flight metrics are defined and scaled so the axes of the array contain corresponding indicators resulting in a matched array and an embedded, unique alignment vector showing the relationships between different flight variables. The flight alignment system may be used with flight data that contain discontinuities and nonlinear reversions. Wherever values intersect, flight alignment system indicators can depict proximity to the alignment vector, as well as the direction and extent of adjustments to either or both selected flight metrics to achieve and maintain controlled flight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Publication date: September 30, 2021
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20210241506
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interactions between management and a plurality of employees in an organization. Axes contain proxy values of employee and manager expectations scaled to yield a matched array and an alignment vector containing cells representing target alignment between employee and manager expectations. A scatter plot of multiple employee positions portrays the pattern of talent alignment and distribution, representing the talent architecture for the organization. The talent architecture is characterized by multiple static and dynamic metrics that identify normative opportunities to improve organization alignment, and measure organization talent management performance, especially in relation to the reference and general alignment vectors of the array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2021
    Publication date: August 5, 2021
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11016988
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interaction between different parameters of an aircraft flight. Specific applications effectively support improved flight safety and greater fuel efficiency. Proxy values of flight metrics are defined and scaled so the axes of the array contain corresponding indicators resulting in a matched array and an embedded, unique alignment vector showing the relationships between different flight variables. The flight alignment system may be used with flight data that contain discontinuities and nonlinear reversions. Wherever values intersect, flight alignment system indicators can depict proximity to the alignment vector, as well as the direction and extent of adjustments to either or both selected flight metrics to achieve and maintain controlled flight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2021
    Assignee: Airspeed Systems LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11010941
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interactions between management and a plurality of employees in an organization. Axes contain proxy values of employee and manager expectations scaled to yield a matched array and an alignment vector containing cells representing target alignment between employee and manager expectations. A scatter plot of multiple employee positions portrays the pattern of talent alignment and distribution, representing the talent architecture for the organization. The talent architecture is characterized by multiple static and dynamic metrics that identify normative opportunities to improve organization alignment, and measure organization talent management performance, especially in relation to the reference and general alignment vectors of the array.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: EffectiveTalent Office LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Patent number: 11010940
    Abstract: A system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interaction of two variables moving in tandem to achieve a target outcome: e.g., a chemical reaction balancing heat and pressure to produce a desired compound, or an aircraft changing speed over angles of attack. Underlying system operating variables are represented in the display as proxy values of X and Y, scaled so the range and interval of X- and Y-axes are the same. The resulting display is a “matched array” of all possible X, Y intersections, including a unique and clearly-delineated “alignment vector” of those cells in which proxy values of X equal proxy values of Y, the jointly-optimal values of the underlying system operating variables. Wherever X and Y intersect, indicators depict the operating variable values, their proximity to optimal on the alignment vector, and the direction and extent of adjustments needed to achieve optimal system performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: EffectiveTalent Office LLC
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson
  • Publication number: 20210134030
    Abstract: A matched array technology system and method for displaying in a two-dimensional array the structured interactions between management and a plurality of employees in an organization. Axes contain proxy values of employee and manager expectations scaled to yield a matched array and an alignment vector containing cells representing target alignment between employee and manager expectations. A scatter plot of multiple employee positions portrays the pattern of talent alignment and distribution, representing the talent architecture for the organization. The talent architecture is characterized by multiple static and dynamic metrics that identify normative opportunities to improve organization alignment, and measure organization talent management performance, especially in relation to the reference and general alignment vectors of the array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2020
    Publication date: May 6, 2021
    Inventor: Craig M. Watson