Patents by Inventor David M. Such

David M. Such 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: 9862390
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic signals between a vehicle network and a computer including a vehicle connector, a common connector plate, and a common electronics package. The vehicle connector is interfaced with the vehicle network. The common connector plate is interfaced with the vehicle connector. The common electronics package is interfaced with the common connector plate, and wirelessly transmits the diagnostic signals from the vehicle network to the computer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Assignee: DEARBORN GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Robin Blanton, Roger Leon Van Elslander, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 9158723
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for in-vehicle networks that provides diagnostics, analysis and monitoring. The protocol adapter has a pass-through feature (voltage translator)/smart mode that allows the protocol adapter to emulate older boxes. Visual indicators (LEDs) indicate the pass through feature is in operation. LEDs also indicate activity on the RS232 bus between the adapter and a PC. Single color and multiple color emitting LEDs indicate a program is being executed and identify the program that is being executed. The protocol adapter supports RP1202 and RP1210, J1708 and J1939 and J1939 Transport Layer. The protocol adapter has a Real Time Clock, Standard COMM port connection, 7-32 Volt Supply and is CE compliant. The adapter can be used wirelessly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 8924603
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20130024587
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for in-vehicle networks that provides diagnostics, analysis and monitoring. The protocol adapter has a pass-through feature (voltage translator)/smart mode that allows the protocol adapter to emulate older boxes. Visual indicators (LEDs) indicate the pass through feature is in operation. LEDs also indicate activity on the RS232 bus between the adapter and a PC. Single color and multiple color emitting LEDs indicate a program is being executed and identify the program that is being executed. The protocol adapter supports RP1202 and RP1210, J1708 and J1939 and J1939 Transport Layer. The protocol adapter has a Real Time Clock, Standard COMM port connection, 7-32 Volt Supply and is CE compliant. The adapter can be used wirelessly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2012
    Publication date: January 24, 2013
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20120290751
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 8255587
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20120198120
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic signals between a vehicle network and a computer including a vehicle connector, a common connector plate, and a common electronics package. The vehicle connector is interfaced with the vehicle network. The common connector plate is interfaced with the vehicle connector. The common electronics package is interfaced with the common connector plate, and wirelessly transmits the diagnostic signals from the vehicle network to the computer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2012
    Publication date: August 2, 2012
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robin Blanton, Roger Leon Van Elslander, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20110314191
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2011
    Publication date: December 22, 2011
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 8032668
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2011
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 7984225
    Abstract: ASCII gateway to in-vehicle system provides bi-directional translation between multiplexed motor vehicle networks and industrial control and monitoring devices. Integrated hardware and software components provide data communications between motor vehicle electronic control module networks and RS-232 serial ASCII-text capable device, for industrial control and/or industrial automation application in manufacturing or assembly operations. Communications networks (CAN, SAE or ISO protocols) implemented inside motor vehicles pass data between electronic control modules that control operation of important vehicle components like engine, transmission and brake systems, have their messages converted to RS-232 serial ASCII-text; and from RS-232 serial ASCII-text converted to motor vehicle communications network by the system. Messages to monitor and/or control vehicle networks are generated by a serial ASCII-test capable device. Multiple vehicle protocols are supported by the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2011
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such, Michael T. Jewell
  • Publication number: 20100217900
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Publication date: August 26, 2010
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20100174445
    Abstract: ASCII gateway to in-vehicle system provides bi-directional translation between multiplexed motor vehicle networks and industrial control and monitoring devices. Integrated hardware and software components provide data communications between motor vehicle electronic control module networks and RS-232 serial ASCII-text capable device, for industrial control and/or industrial automation application in manufacturing or assembly operations. Communications networks (CAN, SAE or ISO protocols) implemented inside motor vehicles pass data'between electronic control modules that control operation of important vehicle components like engine, transmission and brake systems, have their messages converted to RS-232 serial ASCII-text; and from RS-232 serial ASCII-text converted to motor vehicle communications network by the system. Messages to monitor and/or control vehicle networks are generated by a serial ASCII-test capable device. Multiple vehicle protocols are supported by the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2009
    Publication date: July 8, 2010
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert McClure, David M. Such, Michael T. Jewell
  • Patent number: 7725630
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2010
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 7660934
    Abstract: ASCII gateway to in-vehicle system provides bi-directional translation between multiplexed motor vehicle networks and industrial control and monitoring devices. Integrated hardware and software components provide data communications between motor vehicle electronic control module networks and RS-232 serial ASCII-text capable device, for industrial control and/or industrial automation application in manufacturing or assembly operations. Communications networks (CAN, SAE or ISO protocols) implemented inside motor vehicles pass data between electronic control modules that control operation of important vehicle components like engine, transmission and brake systems, have their messages converted to RS-232 serial ASCII-text; and from RS-232 serial ASCII-text converted to motor vehicle communications network by the system. Messages to monitor and/or control vehicle networks are generated by a serial ASCII-test capable device. Multiple vehicle protocols are supported by the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert McClure, David M. Such, Michael T. Jewell
  • Patent number: 7337245
    Abstract: A protocol adapter for transferring diagnostic messages between networks within a vehicle and a host computer. The protocol adapter operates as a voltage translator to support J1708 software. The protocol adapter also recognizes when the protocol adapter is connected to a host computer running the J1939 and/or J1708 protocols and automatically switches to that protocol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2008
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Patent number: 6920380
    Abstract: A protocol selection matrix adapter that interfaces a host computer to multiple in-vehicle networks. The protocol selection matrix adapter is microprocessor controlled and provides a physical interface to the in-vehicle networks. Further, the control of the protocol selection matrix adapter automatically selects the in-vehicle networks, and the initiation of communications on the detected networks. The protocol selection matrix adapter also is able to reprogram an electronic control unit (ECU) that makes up the in-vehicle network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Assignee: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20040111188
    Abstract: A protocol selection matrix adapter that interfaces a host computer to multiple in-vehicle networks. The protocol selection matrix adapter is microprocessor controlled and provides a physical interface to the in-vehicle networks. Further, the control of the protocol selection matrix adapter automatically selects the in-vehicle networks, and the initiation of communications on the detected networks. The protocol selection matrix adapter also is able to reprogram an electronic control unit (ECU) that makes up the in-vehicle network.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2003
    Publication date: June 10, 2004
    Applicant: Dearborn Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. McClure, David M. Such
  • Publication number: 20030052801
    Abstract: ASCII gateway to in-vehicle system provides bi-directional translation between multiplexed motor vehicle networks and industrial control and monitoring devices. Integrated hardware and software components provide data communications between motor vehicle electronic control module networks and RS-232 serial ASCII-text capable device, for industrial control and/or industrial automation application in manufacturing or assembly operations. Communications networks (CAN, SAE or ISO protocols) implemented inside motor vehicles pass data between electronic control modules that control operation of important vehicle components like engine, transmission and brake systems, have their messages converted to RS-232 serial ASCII-text; and from RS-232 serial ASCII-text converted to motor vehicle communications network by the system. Messages to monitor and/or control vehicle networks are generated by a serial ASCII-test capable device. Multiple vehicle protocols are supported by the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2002
    Publication date: March 20, 2003
    Inventors: Robert McClure, David M. Such, Michael T. Jewell