Patents by Inventor David E. Emerson

David E. Emerson 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: 10575056
    Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include a system, computer readable medium, and method for recording and distributing video content based on DRM parameters. For example, in one embodiment, a set-top box is disclosed that includes a processor for executing a set of instructions. The set-top box also includes memory in communication with the processor. The processor is configured to execute the set of instructions to receive user input to record a video content; determine DRM parameters associated with the video content, wherein the DRM parameters are established by at least of a content owner and a communications service provider, the DRM parameters indicating designated portions of the video content that is recordable; and record the video content based on the DRM parameters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2020
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, Sr., Michael S. Goergen
  • Patent number: 9503496
    Abstract: A system and method for reconciling media content available through a number of service providers. A request is received to identify media content. One or more characteristics of the media content are determined. A determination is made whether the media content is associated with an identifier in response to the one or more characteristics. An identifier is associated with the media content in response to determining there is not an existing identifier associated with the media content. The media content is cross referenced between the number of service providers utilizing the identifier and time zones. A database is updated to include the identifier and the one or more characteristics associated with the media content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2016
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: Kelsyn Rooks, David E. Emerson, Gary W. Lafreniere, Michael S. Goergen
  • Patent number: 9479636
    Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for associating a plurality of telephone numbers with a mobile telephone that includes a database of a plurality of telephone numbers linked to a plurality of codes and a mobile telephone network configured and arranged to associate the mobile telephone with a particular telephone number when the network receives the code linked to the particular telephone number.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, David E. Emerson
  • Patent number: 9473323
    Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for selective delivery of text messages using a global text gateway in communication with a database of delivery criteria for text messages in which a user can program delivery criteria for text messages directed to a telephone number, wherein the global text gateway is associated with the telephone number so that text messages addressed to the telephone number are routed to the global text gateway and wherein the global text gateway is adapted to forward text messages to a communication network for delivery based on the delivery criteria.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2016
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary LaFreniere, Mike Goergen, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks
  • Patent number: 9460611
    Abstract: A system and method for sending emergency communications. An indicator of an emergency is received through a set-top box. A location associated with the emergency is determined. A message indicating the emergency and the location associated with the emergency is sent from the set-top box.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2016
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. Lafreniere, Michael S. Goergen, David C. Lando
  • Publication number: 20160029062
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclose an integrated set-top box for recording a voice communication and/or a voicemail. In one embodiment, the integrated set-top box automatically detects communications associated with a monitored communication line and records and stores the voice communications in a data storage unit of the integrated set-top box. In another embodiment, the integrated set-top box may provide voicemail capabilities in addition to other features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2015
    Publication date: January 28, 2016
    Inventors: David Rondeau, David E. Emerson, Gary LaFreniere, Mike Goergen
  • Patent number: 9240904
    Abstract: A system and method for utilizing a message assistant. A contact list is updated by retrieving one or more contact lists. Preferences are received for communicating with contacts on the contact list. A message is received to be sent to a group listed in the contact list including one or more contacts at a time specified by a user. The message is sent to the group at the time specified by the user based on the preferences.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2016
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: Gary W. LaFreniere, David E. Emerson, David E. Rondeau
  • Publication number: 20150296261
    Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include a system, computer readable medium, and method for recording and distributing video content based on DRM parameters. For example, in one embodiment, a set-top box is disclosed that includes a processor for executing a set of instructions. The set-top box also includes memory in communication with the processor. The processor is configured to execute the set of instructions to receive user input to record a video content; determine DRM parameters associated with the video content, wherein the DRM parameters are established by at least of a content owner and a communications service provider, the DRM parameters indicating designated portions of the video content that is recordable; and record the video content based on the DRM parameters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2015
    Publication date: October 15, 2015
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D.S. Rooks, SR., Michael S. Goergen
  • Patent number: 9154956
    Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for managing access to a mobile telecommunication account by disabling use of a mobile device associated with a mobile telecommunication account or sub account when the mobile network detects that a restriction contained in a restriction database is violated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, David E. Emerson
  • Patent number: 9106976
    Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include a system, computer readable medium, and method for recording and distributing video content based on DRM parameters. For example, in one embodiment, a set-top box is disclosed that includes a processor for executing a set of instructions. The set-top box also includes memory in communication with the processor. The processor is configured to execute the set of instructions to receive user input to record a video content; determine DRM parameters associated with the video content, wherein the DRM parameters are established by at least of a content owner and a communications service provider, the DRM parameters indicating designated portions of the video content that is recordable; and record the video content based on the DRM parameters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 11, 2015
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, Michael S. Goergen
  • Patent number: 8958539
    Abstract: A system and method for transferring calls between multiple devices. A call is communicated through a network device to a first phone utilizing a first communications service. The call is transferred from the first phone to a second phone. The call being transferred in response to a user selection associated with the second phone. The call is transferred from the second phone to a third phone. The second phone or the third phone utilizes a second communications service. The call being transferred in response to a user selection associated with the third phone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2015
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventor: David E. Emerson
  • Patent number: 8856818
    Abstract: A video services control system comprises a set top box coupled to a television and a video services network configured to provide video services to the television via the set top box. The video services network includes an application program operable to develop and implement individualized usage restriction profiles for users of the set top box to control video services viewing. The application program is configured to provide a designated administrator with authority to dictate the usage restriction profile for non-designated users. The individualized usage restriction profiles include restrictions on the content of video services shown on the television for viewing by the users. The application program is configured to receive information input by the designated administrator, develop each usage restriction profile based on the input information unique to each user, and implement each usage restriction profile to control video services viewing by the users.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. LaFreniere, Michael S. Goergen
  • Publication number: 20140106716
    Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for managing access to a mobile telecommunication account by disabling use of a mobile device associated with a mobile telecommunication account or sub account when the mobile network detects that a restriction contained in a restriction database is violated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, David E. Emerson
  • Publication number: 20140066003
    Abstract: A system and method for sending an emergency communication from a residential gateway. A user and location of the user is associated with the residential gateway. An indicator of an emergency is received through the residential gateway. The user and the location associated with the residential gateway are determined in response to receiving the indicator. A database returns the user and the location utilizing an identifier of the residential gateway. An emergency communication is sent indicating the location through a network in communication with the residential gateway.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2013
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Applicant: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. LaFreniere, Michael S. Goergen, David C. Lando
  • Patent number: 8644795
    Abstract: Disclosed are a system and method for managing access to a mobile telecommunication account by disabling use of a mobile device associated with a mobile telecommunication account or sub account when the mobile network detects that a restriction contained in a restriction database is violated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, David E. Emerson
  • Publication number: 20130305275
    Abstract: The disclosed embodiments include a system, computer readable medium, and method for recording and distributing video content based on DRM parameters. For example, in one embodiment, a set-top box is disclosed that includes a processor for executing a set of instructions. The set-top box also includes memory in communication with the processor. The processor is configured to execute the set of instructions to receive user input to record a video content; determine DRM parameters associated with the video content, wherein the DRM parameters are established by at least of a content owner and a communications service provider, the DRM parameters indicating designated portions of the video content that is recordable; and record the video content based on the DRM parameters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2013
    Publication date: November 14, 2013
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. LaFreniere, Kelsyn D.S. Rooks, Michael S. Goergen
  • Patent number: 8584189
    Abstract: A system and method for sending an emergency communication from a set-top box. A user and location of the user is associated with the set-top box. An indicator of an emergency is received through the set-top box. The user and the location associated with the set-top box are determined in response to receiving the indicator. A database returns the user and the location utilizing an identifier of the set-top box. An emergency communication is sent indicating the location through a media network in communication with the set-top box.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. Lafreniere, Michael S. Goergen, David C. Lando
  • Patent number: 8552056
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel chemical compound of formula S-(1): for use in the treatment of cancer, to compositions containing said compound, methods of manufacture and combinations with other therapeutic agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Tapestry Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: James D. McChesney, Gilles Tapolsky, David E. Emerson, John Marshall, Tauseef Ahmed, Allen Cohn, Michael Kurman, Manuel Modiano
  • Publication number: 20130253044
    Abstract: Provided herein are compounds and methods for the treatment of brain cancer in a mammal, wherein the method comprises the administration to the mammal a compound that stabilizes tubulin dimers or microtubles at G2-M interface during mitosis but is not a substrate for MDR protein. In particular, the present application relates to the use of an orally effective abeo-taxane, alone or in combination with temozolomide or bevacizumab, for the treatment of brain cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2013
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Inventors: James D. McChesney, Gilles Tapolsky, David E. Emerson, John Marshall, Tauseef Ahmed, Allen Cohn, Michael Kurman, Manuel Modiano
  • Patent number: 8467275
    Abstract: A system and method for managing video content through a set-top box. User input is received to record the video content to a set-top box. Digital rights management parameters associated with the set-top box are determined. The video content is recorded directly to the set-top box in response to the DRM parameters. The video content is edited based on selections by a user in response to receiving a selection to edit the video content. Preferences for distributing the video content are determined. The video content is distributed from the set-top box to a number of addresses in response to the preferences.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2013
    Assignee: CenturyLink Intellectual Property LLC
    Inventors: David E. Emerson, Gary W. Lafreniere, Kelsyn D. S. Rooks, Michael S. Goergen