Patents by Inventor Dennis Garcia
Dennis Garcia 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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Patent number: 11911910Abstract: A surgical robotic system has a tool drive coupled to a distal end of a robotic arm that has a plurality of actuators. The tool drive has a docking interface to receive a trocar. The system also includes one or more sensors that are operable to visually sense a surface feature of the trocar. One or more processors determine a position and orientation of the trocar, based on the visually sensed surface feature. In response, the processor controls the actuators to orient the docking interface to the determined orientation of the trocar and to guide the robotic arm toward the determined position of the trocar. Other aspects are also described and claimed.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2022Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: Verb Surgical Inc.Inventors: Berk Gonenc, Xin Liu, Jose Luis Cordoba, Bernhard A. Fuerst, Dennis Moses, Pablo Garcia Kilroy
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Patent number: 11772246Abstract: A tool basic module for use with at least one attachment device includes a drive unit, a main output shaft having a shaft receptacle for at least partially receiving a main input shaft of the attachment device, and a coupling device, which has a mechanical interface for mechanically connecting the attachment device to the main output shaft with respect to driving and an electrical interface for transferring electric power and/or an electric current. The mechanical interface is at least in particular substantially cylindrical and has a plurality of interlocking connection elements, which in particular are uniformly arranged on an outer periphery of the mechanical interface and are provided for torque support of the attachment device.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2018Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbHInventors: Peter Czirjak, Anne Purper, Laszlo Gergely, Thomas Hampel, Aniko Beres, Zoltan Varga, Dennis Garcia-Franco, Timo Etzel, Bence Simko, Steffen Weber, Daniel-Philipp Friedmann
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Publication number: 20230211349Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for washing pipette tips, including the inside and outside of the pipette tip. Pipette wash devices comprise a main body comprising a wash chamber, a liquid channel, a gas channel, and a nozzle cavity, and a nozzle for providing a washing mist is positioned in the nozzle cavity and fluidically connected with the liquid channel and the gas channel. Methods of washing a pipette tip include inserting a pipette tip in a wash chamber; spraying a mist on an outside surface of the pipette tip; and blowing pressurized air or inert gas on the outside surface of the pipette tip, thereby washing and drying the pipette. Methods of washing a pipette tip also include passing one or more series of liquid slugs separated by gaseous gaps through the inside of the pipette tip.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2021Publication date: July 6, 2023Inventors: Cyrille Shkolnik, Eric Spence, Brian M. Sheldon, Dennis Garcia, Andy Wu
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Patent number: 11407097Abstract: A drive base module of a modularly constructed multifunctional handheld machine is configured to connect to at least one attachment device. The drive base module includes at least one connection device including at least one drive-technological interface and/or a data-technological interface configured to connect to the at least one attachment device. The drive base module further includes at least one drive unit configured to drive the at least one attachment device in a state in which the at least one attachment device is connected to the at least one connection device. The drive base module further includes at least one rechargeable battery unit; and at least one information output unit configured to output information to an operator acoustically and/or haptically.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2017Date of Patent: August 9, 2022Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbHInventors: Peter Czirjak, Dominik Meier, Anne Purper, Laszlo Gergely, Istvan Szell, Thomas Hampel, Aniko Beres, Zoltan Varga, Dennis Garcia-Franco, Guenther Schlachter, Hendrik Hesse, Timo Etzel, Bence Simko, Daniel-Philipp Friedmann
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Patent number: 11201428Abstract: A connector assembly includes a connector body, a terminal retainer configured to retain a terminal within the connector body when the terminal retainer is in a fully staged position, and a connector lock configured to secure the connector body to a corresponding mating connector assembly. The terminal retainer moves from a pre-staged position to the fully staged position as the connector body is mated with the corresponding mating connector assembly.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2020Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Inventors: Carlos Alberto Martinez Millan, Dennis Garcia Lepez
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Publication number: 20210138617Abstract: A tool basic module for use with at least one attachment device includes a drive unit, a main output shaft having a shaft receptacle for at least partially receiving a main input shaft of the attachment device, and a coupling device, which has a mechanical interface for mechanically connecting the attachment device to the main output shaft with respect to driving and an electrical interface for transferring electric power and/or an electric current. The mechanical interface is at least in particular substantially cylindrical and has a plurality of interlocking connection elements, which in particular are uniformly arranged on an outer periphery of the mechanical interface and are provided for torque support of the attachment device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2018Publication date: May 13, 2021Inventors: Peter Czirjak, Anne Purper, Laszlo Gergely, Thomas Hampel, Aniko Beres, Zoltan Varga, Dennis Garcia-Franco, Timo Etzel, Bence Simko, Steffen Weber, Daniel-Philipp Friedmann
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Publication number: 20210098924Abstract: A connector assembly includes a connector body, a terminal retainer configured to retain a terminal within the connector body when the terminal retainer is in a fully staged position, and a connector lock configured to secure the connector body to a corresponding mating connector assembly. The terminal retainer moves from a pre-staged position to the fully staged position as the connector body is mated with the corresponding mating connector assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2020Publication date: April 1, 2021Inventors: Carlos Alberto Martinez Millan, Dennis Garcia Lepez
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Patent number: 10644459Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes a connector body and an electrical component having wire leads extending axially from each end of the body, and electrical terminals. The wire leads are connected to the terminals. The assembly further includes a retainer housing disposed within the connector body. The retainer housing defines a pair of longitudinal channels in which the terminals are disposed. The retainer housing defies a cradle having an arcuate cross section in which the electrical component is disposed. The retainer housing defines a retaining feature configured to retain the electrical component within the cradle.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2019Date of Patent: May 5, 2020Assignee: Aptiv Technologies LimitedInventors: John R. Morello, James M. Rainey, Faviola Ramon, Dennis Garcia Lepez, Francisco J. Mendez Lopez
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Publication number: 20190321960Abstract: A drive base module of a modularly constructed multifunctional handheld machine is configured to connect to at least one attachment device. The drive base module includes at least one connection device including at least one drive-technological interface and/or a data-technological interface configured to connect to the at least one attachment device. The drive base module further includes at least one drive unit configured to drive the at least one attachment device in a state in which the at least one attachment device is connected to the at least one connection device. The drive base module further includes at least one rechargeable battery unit; and at least one information output unit configured to output information to an operator acoustically and/or haptically.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2017Publication date: October 24, 2019Inventors: Peter Czirjak, Dominik Meier, Anne Purper, Laszlo Gergely, Istvan Szell, Thomas Hampel, Aniko Beres, Zoltan Varga, Dennis Garcia-Franco, Guenther Schlachter, Hendrik Hesse, Timo Etzel, Bence Simko, Daniel-Philipp Friedmann
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Publication number: 20190296500Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes a connector body and an electrical component having wire leads extending axially from each end of the body, and electrical terminals. The wire leads are connected to the terminals. The assembly further includes a retainer housing disposed within the connector body. The retainer housing defines a pair of longitudinal channels in which the terminals are disposed. The retainer housing defies a cradle having an arcuate cross section in which the electrical component is disposed. The retainer housing defines a retaining feature configured to retain the electrical component within the cradle.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2019Publication date: September 26, 2019Inventors: John R. Morello, James M. Rainey, Faviola Ramon, Dennis Garcia Lepez, Francisco J. Mendez Lopez
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Patent number: 10389398Abstract: A collapsible support stand for a tablet computing device, comprising: a bottom plate, a back plate, and a forward plate, wherein in the bottom plate is connected to the back plate in a first hinged relationship, and the back plate is also connected to the forward plate in a second hinged relationship, defining a volume of space having a triangular profile, wherein the forward plate provides a contact surface for supporting a tablet computing device in a viewable orientation.Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 2017Date of Patent: August 20, 2019Inventor: Dennis Garcia
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Patent number: 10020599Abstract: A back shell is described herein. The back shell is configured to be attached to a connector body defining a first attaching feature in its outer surface. The back shell has an attachment portion defining a second attaching feature and a generally tubular support portion extending from this attachment portion. The second attaching feature is configured to engage the first attaching feature of the connector body to secure the back shell to the connector body. An outer surface of the attachment portion of the back shell defines a third attaching feature that is identical in configuration and function to the first attaching feature.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2017Date of Patent: July 10, 2018Assignee: Delphi Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Dennis Garcia Lepez, Cynthia Fraga Hernandez, Alejandro Garcia Cabello
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Patent number: 6726564Abstract: A methods of and apparatus for playing table card games are provided wherein with multi token maximum level betting and displayed rankings of winning hands return enhanced pay out. A pay table matrix listing has the enhanced payments for ranked hands. The method and apparatus uses and has token acceptors and sensors for each player. The sensors are coupled to a count and computer for registering any maximum level bet that receives enhanced return for predetermined winning card combinations. The apparatus and its method, thus allow each player the opportunity to bet multiple tokens before the cards are dealt and to win enhanced amounts of money should specific predetermined card combinations be obtained.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2001Date of Patent: April 27, 2004Assignee: Mikohn Gaming CorporationInventors: Nicholas Kurt Hogan, Dennis A. Garcia
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Patent number: 6568682Abstract: A methods of and apparatus for playing table card games are provided wherein with multi token maximum level betting and displayed rankings of winning hands return enhanced pay out. A pay table matrix listing has the enhanced payments for ranked hands. The method and apparatus uses and has token acceptors and sensors for each player. The sensors are coupled to a count and computer for registering any maximum level bet that receives enhanced return for predetermined winning card combinations. The apparatus and its method, thus allow each player the opportunity to bet multiple tokens before the cards are dealt and to win enhanced amounts of money should specific predetermined card combinations be obtained.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 1999Date of Patent: May 27, 2003Assignee: Mikohn Gaming CorporationInventors: Nicholas Kurt Hogan, Dennis A. Garcia
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Publication number: 20030087685Abstract: A methods of and apparatus for playing table card games are provided wherein with multi token maximum level betting and displayed rankings of winning hands return enhanced pay out. A pay table matrix listing has the enhanced payments for ranked hands. The method and apparatus uses and has token acceptors and sensors for each player. The sensors are coupled to a count and computer for registering any maximum level bet that receives enhanced return for predetermined winning card combinations. The apparatus and its method, thus allow each player the opportunity to bet multiple tokens before the cards are dealt and to win enhanced amounts of money should specific predetermined card combinations be obtained.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2002Publication date: May 8, 2003Inventors: Nicholas Kurt Hogan, Dennis A. Garcia
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Publication number: 20030083119Abstract: A methods of and apparatus for playing table card games are provided wherein with multi token maximum level betting and displayed rankings of winning hands return enhanced pay out. A pay table matrix listing has the enhanced payments for ranked hands. The method and apparatus uses and has token acceptors and sensors for each player. The sensors are coupled to a count and computer for registering any maximum level bet that receives enhanced return for predetermined winning card combinations. The apparatus and its method, thus allow each player the opportunity to bet multiple tokens before the cards are dealt and to win enhanced amounts of money should specific predetermined card combinations be obtained.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2002Publication date: May 1, 2003Inventors: Nicholas Kurt Hogan, Dennis A. Garcia
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Publication number: 20010024015Abstract: A methods of and apparatus for playing table card games are provided wherein with multi token maximum level betting and displayed rankings of winning hands return enhanced pay out. A pay table matrix listing has the enhanced payments for ranked hands. The method and apparatus uses and has token acceptors and sensors for each player. The sensors are coupled to a count and computer for registering any maximum level bet that receives enhanced return for predetermined winning card combinations. The apparatus and its method, thus allow each player the opportunity to bet multiple tokens before the cards are dealt and to win enhanced amounts of money should specific predetermined card combinations be obtained.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2001Publication date: September 27, 2001Inventors: Nicholas Kurt Hogan, Dennis A. Garcia