Patents by Inventor Daniel J. Fisher

Daniel J. Fisher 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: 20240362588
    Abstract: The technology disclosed relates to a method for tracking inventory items including dividing an area of real space into a plurality of cells and identifying inventory items and their locations in the area of real space using sequences of images produced by at least two sensors. The identifying of inventory items further includes comparing a score for the particular inventory item having a location matching a particular cell and based on one or more counts of inventory events, and a second threshold, and accepting or rejecting the particular inventory item as the predicted inventory item in dependence on whether the score is above the second threshold. In response to the identification of the inventory items, the method also includes determining, for a particular inventory item matched with a particular cell, whether a count of the particular inventory item is below a third threshold for re-stocking the particular inventory item.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2024
    Publication date: October 31, 2024
    Applicant: Standard Cognition, Corp.
    Inventors: Jordan E. FISHER, Daniel L. FISCHETTI, Michael S. SUSWAL, Nicholas J. LOCASCIO
  • Patent number: 12056660
    Abstract: A method for tracking inventory items is provided. The method includes using sensors to produce respective sequences of images of corresponding fields of view, the field of view of each sensor overlapping with the field of view of at least one other sensor. The method includes dividing the area of real space into cells having volume and coordinates in a real space, and identifying inventory items and their locations in three dimensions using the sequences of images produced by at least two sensors having overlapping fields of view. The method includes, in response to the identification of the inventory items: (i) matching locations in three dimensions of identified inventory items with cells in the plurality of cells, and (ii) determining, for a particular inventory item matched with a particular cell, whether a count of the particular inventory item is below a threshold for re-stocking the particular inventory item.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2024
    Assignee: STANDARD COGNITION, CORP.
    Inventors: Jordan E. Fisher, Daniel L. Fischetti, Michael S. Suswal, Nicholas J. Locascio
  • Publication number: 20170002994
    Abstract: A portable lighting device for providing illumination includes a body dimensioned and sized to the held by one hand, and adapted to contain a power source therein. A head on the body has a recess in which a light source in the recess is electrically as connected to the power source. The recess and the light source are configured to generate a unidirectional light pattern. A switch enables the light source to be selectively energized by the power source, and a volumetric optical unit is configured for attachment to the head over the recess and the light source to generate an isotropic light pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2015
    Publication date: January 5, 2017
    Applicant: Venntis Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel J. Fisher, Justin Teitt, Bill Schaefer, Jay Caldwell, Scott Liston, David Caldwell
  • Patent number: 9437786
    Abstract: A spectrally adapted light emitting device for illuminating plants includes at least one semiconductor light-emitting diode (LED), at least one light conversion element for down-converting a portion of light emitted at the first wavelength to at least a second wavelength between 600 nm-680 nm, and at least one scattering device to diffuse light within the light emitting device. The at least one LED is configured to emit at least a first wavelength between 400 nm and 480 nm. The spectral light output from the spectrally adapted light emitting device is bi-modal with wavelengths in a range of 400 nm and 800 nm including a first local maximum between 400 nm and 480 nm and a second local maximum between 600 nm-680 nm with a local minimum between the first local maximum and the second local maximum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: Venntis Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Mastin, Daniel J. Fisher, Jamie C. Caldwell, David W. Caldwell, William D. Schaefer, Justin T. Teitt
  • Publication number: 20160064620
    Abstract: A spectrally adapted light emitting device for illuminating plants includes at least one semiconductor light-emitting diode (LED), at least one light conversion element for down-converting a portion of light emitted at the first wavelength to at least a second wavelength between 600 nm-680 nm, and at least one scattering device to diffuse light within the light emitting device. The at least one LED is configured to emit at least a first wavelength between 400 nm and 480 nm. The spectral light output from the spectrally adapted light emitting device is bi-modal with wavelengths in a range of 400 nm and 800 nm including a first local maximum between 400 nm and 480 nm and a second local maximum between 600 nm-680 nm with a local minimum between the first local maximum and the second local maximum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2015
    Publication date: March 3, 2016
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Mastin, Daniel J. Fisher, Jamie C. Caldwell, David W. Caldwell, William D. Schaefer, Justin T. Teitt
  • Patent number: 9184350
    Abstract: A spectrally adapted light emitting device for illuminating plants includes at least one semiconductor light-emitting diode (LED), at least one light conversion element for down-converting a portion of light emitted at the first wavelength to at least a second wavelength between 600 nm-680 nm, and at least one scattering device to diffuse light within the light emitting device. The at least one LED is configured to emit at least a first wavelength between 400 nm and 480 nm. The spectral light output from the spectrally adapted light emitting device is bi-modal with wavelengths in a range of 400 nm and 800 nm including a first local maximum between 400 nm and 480 nm and a second local maximum between 600 nm-680 nm with a local minimum between the first local maximum and the second local maximum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: VENNTIS TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Mastin, William D. Schaefer, Daniel J. Fisher, Jamie C. Caldwell, David W. Caldwell, Justin T. Teitt
  • Patent number: 9041286
    Abstract: A volumetric light emitting device includes a substrate, a semiconductor light emitting diode disposed on the substrate and a reflector ring extending axially from the substrate. The reflector ring defines a first volume bounded by the substrate, an inner wall of the reflector ring, and a terminal plane at a distal end of the reflector ring. An encapsulant fills the first volume and encapsulates the semiconductor light emitting diode. A volumetric light conversion element surrounds the reflector ring and the first volume wherein the volumetric light conversion element is adapted to down-convert light emitted from the semiconductor light emitting diode at a first wavelength and emit the down-converted light at a second wavelength. A second volume of encapsulant or scattering material extends axially between the terminal plane and the volumetric light conversion element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: VENNTIS TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    Inventors: Daniel J. Fisher, David W. Caldwell, Justin T. Teitt, Jamie C. Caldwell, William D. Schaefer
  • Publication number: 20140374780
    Abstract: A spectrally adapted light emitting device for illuminating plants includes at least one semiconductor light-emitting diode (LED), at least one light conversion element for down-converting a portion of light emitted at the first wavelength to at least a second wavelength between 600 nm-680 nm, and at least one scattering device to diffuse light within the light emitting device. The at least one LED is configured to emit at least a first wavelength between 400 nm and 480 nm. The spectral light output from the spectrally adapted light emitting device is bi-modal with wavelengths in a range of 400 nm and 800 nm including a first local maximum between 400 nm and 480 nm and a second local maximum between 600 nm-680 nm with a local minimum between the first local maximum and the second local maximum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2014
    Publication date: December 25, 2014
    Inventors: William D. Schaefer, Daniel J. Fisher, Jamie C. Caldwell, David W. Caldwell, Jeffrey L. Mastin, Justin T. Teitt
  • Publication number: 20140354145
    Abstract: A volumetric light emitting device includes a substrate, a semiconductor light emitting diode disposed on the substrate and a reflector ring extending axially from the substrate. The reflector ring defines a first volume bounded by the substrate, an inner wall of the reflector ring, and a terminal plane at a distal end of the reflector ring. An encapsulant fills the first volume and encapsulates the semiconductor light emitting diode. A volumetric light conversion element surrounds the reflector ring and the first volume wherein the volumetric light conversion element is adapted to down-convert light emitted from the semiconductor light emitting diode at a first wavelength and emit the down-converted light at a second wavelength. A second volume of encapsulant or scattering material extends axially between the terminal plane and the volumetric light conversion element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2014
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Applicant: VENNTIS TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    Inventors: Daniel J. Fisher, David W. Caldwell, Justin T. Teitt, Jamie C. Caldwell, William D. Schaefer
  • Publication number: 20140355276
    Abstract: A light emitting device includes at least one semiconductor light emitting diode (LED) and a heat sink disposed in close proximity to the at least one LED. The heat sink comprises heat conducting material in a shape having a first portion with a first mass proximate the at least one LED and a second portion with a second mass distal from the at least one LED wherein the second mass is greater than the first mass.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2014
    Publication date: December 4, 2014
    Applicant: VENNTIS TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    Inventor: Daniel J. Fisher
  • Patent number: 8170942
    Abstract: A system and method provides investors with meaningful information extracted from large volumes of available data for a particular stock, mutual fund, bond, or other investment. The system includes one or more computers that receive and process multiple data feeds to extract information relating to each type of investment. The processed data is compared to “alert rules” each corresponding to a predefined condition, and a truth table is established that identifies alerts that are true for each particular investment. An investor logs onto a web site and enters a stock ticker symbol or similar investment identifier. Computer software displays a web page including “alerts” that are presently true for that particular investment. The alerts can be predefined by financial experts to make them useful to novice investors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Jennifer Ruth Mead, Eric K. Zinda, Daniel J. Fisher, Malti Raghavan, James Jubak
  • Patent number: 8002612
    Abstract: An attachment system for attaching an abrasive article, such as an abrasive sheet or disc, to a sanding tool includes an article having a first major surface including an attachment region with attachment material for attachment with an associated mating surface on the sanding tool, and a non-attachment region along at least a portion of an edge of the first major surface forming a sufficiently weak attachment with the associated mating surface to allow a user to grasp the abrasive article and separate the abrasive article from the sanding tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2011
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventor: Daniel J. Fisher
  • Publication number: 20100332414
    Abstract: A system and method provides investors with meaningful information extracted from large volumes of available data for a particular stock, mutual fund, bond, or other investment. The system includes one or more computers that receive and process multiple data feeds to extract information relating to each type of investment. The processed data is compared to “alert rules” each corresponding to a predefined condition, and a truth table is established that identifies alerts that are true for each particular investment. An investor logs onto a web site and enters a stock ticker symbol or similar investment identifier. Computer software displays a web page including “alerts” that are presently true for that particular investment. The alerts can be predefined by financial experts to make them useful to novice investors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Applicant: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Jennifer Ruth Mead, Eric K. Zinda, Daniel J. Fisher, Malti Raghavan, James Jubak
  • Patent number: 7818232
    Abstract: A system and method provides investors with meaningful information extracted from large volumes of available data for a particular stock, mutual fund, bond, or other investment. The system includes one or more computers that receive and process multiple data feeds to extract information relating to each type of investment. The processed data is compared to “alert rules” each corresponding to a predefined condition, and a truth table is established that identifies alerts that are true for each particular investment. An investor logs onto a web site and enters a stock ticker symbol or similar investment identifier. Computer software displays a web page including “alerts” that are presently true for that particular investment. The alerts can be predefined by financial experts to make them useful to novice investors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2010
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Jennifer Ruth Mead, Eric K. Zinda, Daniel J. Fisher, Malti Raghavan, James Jubak
  • Publication number: 20040226801
    Abstract: A shifter includes a powered pawl mechanism that selectively engages a shift gate. The powered pawl mechanism may include an electrically operated solenoid or the like, and may be mounted to the base of the shifter or to the shift lever. The pawl engages a shift gate that is mounted on the other of the shift lever and the base. A mechanical override may be utilized to disengage the pawl. The shifter includes an electrically operated push button or the like on the shift knob, and may utilize sensors that determine the shift lever position for controlling a transmission.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2004
    Publication date: November 18, 2004
    Inventors: Robert A. De Jonge, Dennis M. Hawver, David M. Mitteer, Edward J. Bratkowski, Eric W. Bryant, Daniel J. Fisher, Craig A. Wolffis, Mark A. Moss
  • Publication number: 20040160072
    Abstract: A modular vehicle window assembly is provided which has attached thereto interior vehicle accessories. In a preferred embodiment, the window panel assembly includes a window panel disposed within or covering a window opening formed in the vehicle. The window panel may optionally contain a conventional gasket or sealing structure to provide a weather-tight seal in the window opening. Supported on and interconnecting to the interior surface of the window panel are any one of a number of different accessory configurations, including centerline, island, and peninsular overhead consoles providing storage space, overhead lighting, and air conditioning vents for use by the occupants. Other accessories which may be used include an instrument display assembly, a control assembly, a window shade assembly, and a hand-hold assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2003
    Publication date: August 19, 2004
    Applicant: Donnelly Corporation, a Michigan Corporation
    Inventors: John W. Carter, Jeffrey A. Lewno, Daniel J. Fisher, Joseph D. Rankin
  • Publication number: 20030098595
    Abstract: A modular vehicle window assembly is provided which has attached thereto interior vehicle accessories. In a preferred embodiment, the window panel assembly includes a window panel disposed within or covering a window opening formed in the vehicle. The window panel may optionally contain a conventional gasket or sealing structure to provide a weather-tight seal in the window opening. Supported on and interconnecting to the interior surface of the window panel are any one of a number of different accessory configurations, including centerline, island, and peninsular overhead consoles providing storage space, overhead lighting, and air conditioning vents for use by the occupants. Other accessories which may be used include an instrument display assembly, a control assembly, a window shade assembly, and a hand-hold assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2002
    Publication date: May 29, 2003
    Applicant: Donnelly Corporation, a Michigan corporation
    Inventors: John W. Carter, Jeffrey A. Lewno, Daniel J. Fisher, Joseph D. Rankin
  • Patent number: 6564672
    Abstract: A pedal-supporting apparatus includes a bracket support configured to pivotally support a brake pedal subassembly and an accelerator pedal subassembly. The brake pedal subassembly includes a first upper portion and a brake pedal coupled to the first upper portion by an adjustment device comprising a vertically-elongated C-shaped track and follower. A rack on the track is engaged by a worm gear for adjusting the brake pedal location. The accelerator pedal subassembly is supported by an adjustment device like the brake pedal subassembly, and has a second rack on its track engaged by a worm gear for adjusting the accelerator pedal location. A reversible electric motor includes a rotatable shaft and a driving gear, and gear-driven cables engage the driving gear and extend to the worm gears so that the brake pedal and accelerator pedal are simultaneously and equally adjusted upon actuation of the motor. The tracks can be linear or arcuate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: Grand Haven Stamped Products, division of JSJ Corporation
    Inventors: Robert D. Brock, Daniel J. Fisher
  • Patent number: 6490788
    Abstract: A method for installing a vehicle window assembly in a vehicle includes selecting a vehicle interior accessory member from the group including a storage system, a lighting system, an instrument display system, an electrical power system, a temperature controlled air system, a system control panel, a window panel shade system, an interior trim component, a hand grip, and a sun visor assembly, forming the window assembly by securing the selected vehicle interior accessory to a predetermined area of the inner surface of a window panel, and installing the vehicle window assembly over or within a window opening of the vehicle after securing the interior accessory to the window panel such that the interior accessory is accessible to an occupant of the vehicle from the vehicle interior after installation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2002
    Assignee: Donnelly Corporation
    Inventors: John W. Carter, Jeffrey A. Lewno, Daniel J. Fisher, Joseph D. Rankin, III
  • Publication number: 20010039849
    Abstract: A pedal-supporting apparatus includes a bracket support configured to pivotally support a brake pedal subassembly and an accelerator pedal subassembly. The brake pedal subassembly includes a first upper portion and a brake pedal coupled to the first upper portion by an adjustment device comprising a vertically-elongated C-shaped track and follower. A rack on the track is engaged by a worm gear for adjusting the brake pedal location. The accelerator pedal subassembly is supported by an adjustment device like the brake pedal subassembly, and has a second rack on its track engaged by a worm gear for adjusting the accelerator pedal location. A reversible electric motor includes a rotatable shaft and a driving gear, and gear-driven cables engage the driving gear and extend to the worm gears so that the brake pedal and accelerator pedal are simultaneously and equally adjusted upon actuation of the motor. The tracks can be linear or arcuate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2001
    Publication date: November 15, 2001
    Inventors: Robert D. Brock, Daniel J. Fisher