Patents by Inventor David Ribbe
David Ribbe 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).
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Publication number: 20190004511Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2018Publication date: January 3, 2019Inventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Patent number: 10078329Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2017Date of Patent: September 18, 2018Assignee: Horizon Hobby, LLCInventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Publication number: 20170364067Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2017Publication date: December 21, 2017Inventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Patent number: 9753457Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2015Date of Patent: September 5, 2017Assignee: Horizon Hobby, LLCInventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Publication number: 20150241877Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2015Publication date: August 27, 2015Inventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Patent number: 9056667Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2013Date of Patent: June 16, 2015Assignee: Horizon Hobby, LLCInventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Publication number: 20140350750Abstract: The present disclosure describes flight training systems and methods for radio-controlled (RC) airplanes that rely on inertial attitude estimates. Preferred embodiments include an RC airplane with one or more control processors configured to (i) estimate an inertial attitude of the RC airplane based on one or more measurements from an attitude sensor array and (ii) control the inertial attitude of the RC airplane based the inertial attitude estimate. In operation, controlling the attitude of the RC airplane may include both controlling the RC airplane to a specific inertial attitude and/or keeping the inertial attitude of the RC airplane within a predefined flight envelope.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2013Publication date: November 27, 2014Applicant: Horizon Hobby, Inc.Inventors: Joseph Burch, David Ribbe
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Patent number: 8672726Abstract: Methods of establishing a fully operable remotely controlled model vehicle system for a model vehicle. The method includes the steps of transferring a model vehicle, including a receiver for receiving a control signal from a remote control signal source to control operation of the model vehicle, the transfer being from a first party to a second party, and the transfer taking place without the remote control signal source, and the second party providing the remote control signal source following transfer of the model vehicle to the second party to complete the fully operable remotely controlled model vehicle system. The transfer from the first party to the second party may be a sale of the model vehicle with the receiver, but without the remote control signal source.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2008Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: Horizon Hobby, Inc.Inventor: David Ribbe
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Publication number: 20100112897Abstract: Methods of establishing a fully operable remotely controlled model vehicle system for a model vehicle. The method includes the steps of transferring a model vehicle, including a receiver for receiving a control signal from a remote control signal source to control operation of the model vehicle, the transfer being from a first party to a second party, and the transfer taking place without the remote control signal source, and the second party providing the remote control signal source following transfer of the model vehicle to the second party to complete the fully operable remotely controlled model vehicle system. The transfer from the first party to the second party may be a sale of the model vehicle with the receiver, but without the remote control signal source.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2008Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventor: David Ribbe
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Patent number: 6971942Abstract: A rotary feedback mechanism includes a first set of electrically conductive pads mounted to a first member and a wiper mounted to a second member. As the first and second members rotate relative to one another, the wiper sequentially contacts one or more pads of the first set of pads and provides an electrical signal to the contacted pad or pads. The electrical signal is communicated via the pad or pads to a controller, providing the controller with an indication of the angular position of the first member relative to the second member.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2004Date of Patent: December 6, 2005Assignee: Mattel, Inc.Inventors: Ernest D. Baker, Leonard R. Clark, Jr., Jesse Dorogusker, David Vincent Helmlinger, Eric David Listenberger, Joseph Thomas Moll, David Ribbe, Stephen N. Weiss
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Publication number: 20050151023Abstract: A steering control system for a model aircraft monitors a steering control signal and determines if the signal is above a first predetermined level or below a second predetermined level, which would be indicative of a strong right turn or left turn input from a controller. A steering monitor limits the magnitude of the steering control signal if above or below the respective levels after a predetermined time delay. A throttle monitor monitors the magnitude of a throttle control signal and inhibits the steering monitor if the throttle control signal is below a predetermined magnitude to avoid limiting turns if the aircraft is operating at slower speeds. Related methods are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2003Publication date: July 14, 2005Inventor: David Ribbe
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Publication number: 20040144582Abstract: A rotary feedback mechanism includes a first set of electrically conductive pads mounted to a first member and a wiper mounted to a second member. As the first and second members rotate relative to one another, the wiper sequentially contacts one or more pads of the first set of pads and provides an electrical signal to the contacted pad or pads. The electrical signal is communicated via the pad or pads to a controller, providing the controller with an indication of the angular position of the first member relative to the second member.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: July 29, 2004Inventors: Ernest D. Baker, Leonard R. Clark, Jesse Dorogusker, David Vincent Helmlinger, Eric David Listenberger, Joseph Thomas Moll, David Ribbe, Stephen N. Weiss
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Patent number: 6726523Abstract: A remote-controlled toy skateboard device comprises a skateboard with a deck and front and rear truck assemblies pivotally connected to the deck. A toy figure has a lower body portion that is fixedly connected to the deck and an upper body portion that is connected for rotation with respect to the lower body portion. A torso drive mechanism is operably connected to the upper body portion of the toy figure to rotate the upper body portion with respect to the lower body portion. A steering mechanism is operably connected with one of the truck assemblies to tilt the deck with respect to the truck assemblies to thereby steer the skateboard. A drive mechanism is also operably connected to wheels of one truck assembly to propel the skateboard. A remote-control unit is configured to generate signals to remotely control movement of the toy figure, tilt between the deck and truck assemblies, and the speed and travel direction of the skateboard.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2002Date of Patent: April 27, 2004Assignee: Mattel, Inc.Inventors: Ernest D. Baker, Leonard R. Clark, Jr., Jesse Dorogusker, David Vincent Helmlinger, Eric David Listenberger, Joseph Thomas Moll, David Ribbe, Stephen N. Weiss
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Publication number: 20020108796Abstract: A remote-controlled toy skateboard device comprises a skateboard with a deck and front and rear truck assemblies pivotally connected to the deck. A toy figure has a lower body portion that is fixedly connected to the deck and an upper body portion that is connected for rotation with respect to the lower body portion. A torso drive mechanism is operably connected to the upper body portion of the toy figure to rotate the upper body portion with respect to the lower body portion. A steering mechanism is operably connected with one of the truck assemblies to tilt the deck with respect to the truck assemblies to thereby steer the skateboard. A drive mechanism is also operably connected to wheels of one truck assembly to propel the skateboard. A remote-control unit is configured to generate signals to remotely control movement of the toy figure, tilt between the deck and truck assemblies, and the speed and travel direction of the skateboard.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2002Publication date: August 15, 2002Applicant: Mattel, Inc.Inventors: Ernest D. Baker, Leonard R. Clark, Jesse Dorogusker, David Vincent Helmlinger, Eric David Listenberger, Joseph Thomas Moll, David Ribbe, Stephen N. Weiss