Patents by Inventor Douglas Bennett

Douglas Bennett 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: 12373153
    Abstract: Display units with vandalism deterrence are disclosed, along with related systems and methods. A display unit includes electronic display(s), shock sensor(s), and a controller which receives data from the shock sensor(s). Where the controller determines that the data received from the shock sensor(s) is outside of one or more predetermined parameters, the controller initiates a vandalism deterrence protocol for the display unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2024
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2025
    Assignee: Manufacturing Resources International, Inc.
    Inventors: William Dunn, John Schuch, Peter Kaszycki, Douglas Bennett
  • Publication number: 20250117176
    Abstract: Display units with vandalism deterrence are disclosed, along with related systems and methods. A display unit includes electronic display(s), shock sensor(s), and a controller which receives data from the shock sensor(s). Where the controller determines that the data received from the shock sensor(s) is outside of one or more predetermined parameters, the controller initiates a vandalism deterrence protocol for the display unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2024
    Publication date: April 10, 2025
    Inventors: William Dunn, John Schuch, Peter Kaszycki, Douglas Bennett
  • Publication number: 20250110012
    Abstract: Display assemblies and related systems and methods providing field leak testing are disclosed. An electronic display assembly includes an electronic display, a differential pressure sensor fluidly connected to an ambient environment and an internal area, and fan(s) located within, or fluidly connected with, the internal area. Differential pressure readings are taken before and while and/or after to command a speed of the fan(s) to be temporarily increased. Where an insufficient change is provided, indication of a probable leak is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2024
    Publication date: April 3, 2025
    Inventors: William Dunn, Mike Brown, Douglas Bennett, Kevin O’Connor, Alex Moreau
  • Publication number: 20250106041
    Abstract: An endpoint for trusted fabrication, the endpoint including at least one secure controller configured for connection to a wide area network; and at least one untrusted controller configured for local communication, wherein the endpoint is configured for connection to a fabricator and further configured to receive digitally-signed data specifying at least one item for manufacture; verify the digitally-signed data; and direct the fabricator to manufacture the at least one item after verifying the digitally signed data. A method for trusted on-demand manufacturing, the method including receiving, at an endpoint connected to a fabricator, digitally signed data describing at least one item for manufacture; verifying, at the endpoint, the digitally signed data; and manufacturing the at least one item using the digitally signed data after verifying the digitally signed data, wherein the endpoint comprises at least one secure controller and at least one untrusted controller.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2024
    Publication date: March 27, 2025
    Inventors: Alex Blate, Eric Strong, Garrett Goss, Douglas Bennett, Mark Maxwell
  • Publication number: 20250086783
    Abstract: Systems and methods for identifying similar three-dimensional (3D) representations of an object. The method includes receiving at an interface a target 3D model and at least one candidate 3D model, executing at least one feature identification procedure to identify a feature of the target 3D model, generating a target feature tensor based on the identified feature of the target 3D model, and executing the at least one feature identification procedure on the candidate 3D model. The method further includes generating a candidate feature tensor based on the identified feature of the candidate 3D model, executing at least one comparison function to compare the target feature tensor and the candidate feature tensor, generating a feature comparison tensor based on the execution of the at least one comparison function, and identifying a degree of similarity between target 3D model and the candidate 3D model based on the feature comparison tensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2024
    Publication date: March 13, 2025
    Inventors: Ziye Xu, Eric Strong, JR., Alex Blate, Douglas Bennett
  • Patent number: 12206796
    Abstract: An endpoint for trusted fabrication, the endpoint including at least one secure controller configured for connection to a wide area network; and at least one untrusted controller configured for local communication, wherein the endpoint is configured for connection to a fabricator and further configured to receive digitally-signed data specifying at least one item for manufacture; verify the digitally-signed data; and direct the fabricator to manufacture the at least one item after verifying the digitally signed data. A method for trusted on-demand manufacturing, the method including receiving, at an endpoint connected to a fabricator, digitally signed data describing at least one item for manufacture; verifying, at the endpoint, the digitally signed data; and manufacturing the at least one item using the digitally signed data after verifying the digitally signed data, wherein the endpoint comprises at least one secure controller and at least one untrusted controller.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2025
    Assignee: AURA Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Alex Blate, Eric Strong, Garrett Goss, Douglas Bennett, Mark Maxwell
  • Patent number: 12154265
    Abstract: Systems and methods for identifying similar three-dimensional (3D) representations of an object. The method includes receiving at an interface a target 3D model and at least one candidate 3D model, executing at least one feature identification procedure to identify a feature of the target 3D model, generating a target feature tensor based on the identified feature of the target 3D model, and executing the at least one feature identification procedure on the candidate 3D model. The method further includes generating a candidate feature tensor based on the identified feature of the candidate 3D model, executing at least one comparison function to compare the target feature tensor and the candidate feature tensor, generating a feature comparison tensor based on the execution of the at least one comparison function, and identifying a degree of similarity between target 3D model and the candidate 3D model based on the feature comparison tensor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2024
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2024
    Assignee: AURA Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Ziye Xu, Eric Strong, Alex Blate, Douglas Bennett
  • Publication number: 20240298089
    Abstract: A video interface device, the device including a camera; an optically transparent enclosure, the enclosure configured to enclose the camera and configured for sanitization; a height-adjustable mount connected to the optically transparent enclosure; a computer display connected to the height-adjustable mount; and a cart connected to the height-adjustable mount, wherein the camera and the computer display are configured to facilitate communication with at least one remote system. A method of constructing a video interface device, including enclosing a first camera in an optically-transparent enclosure, the enclosure being configured for sanitization; attaching the first camera in the optically-transparent enclosure to a height-adjustable mount; attaching a computer display to the height-adjustable mount; and attaching a cart to the height-adjustable mount, such that the first camera and the computer display are configured to facilitate communication with at least one remote system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2024
    Publication date: September 5, 2024
    Inventors: Alex Blate, Douglas Bennett, Anna Bennett, Garrett Goss
  • Publication number: 20240249403
    Abstract: Systems and methods for identifying similar three-dimensional (3D) representations of an object. The method includes receiving at an interface a target 3D model and at least one candidate 3D model, executing at least one feature identification procedure to identify a feature of the target 3D model, generating a target feature tensor based on the identified feature of the target 3D model, and executing the at least one feature identification procedure on the candidate 3D model. The method further includes generating a candidate feature tensor based on the identified feature of the candidate 3D model, executing at least one comparison function to compare the target feature tensor and the candidate feature tensor, generating a feature comparison tensor based on the execution of the at least one comparison function, and identifying a degree of similarity between target 3D model and the candidate 3D model based on the feature comparison tensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2024
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Inventors: Ziye Xu, Eric Strong, Alex Blate, Douglas Bennett
  • Publication number: 20240201040
    Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting and alerting to probable leaks in an electronic display assembly are provided. An electronic display assembly includes an electronic display, a differential pressure sensor fluidly connected to an ambient environment and an internal area partitioned from an ambient environment, and one or more fans located within, or fluidly connected with, the internal area. Differential pressure readings are monitored, and when outside an acceptable parameter, a speed of the fan(s) is temporarily increased. Additional differential pressure reading(s) are taken, and where they remain outside the acceptable parameter, an electronic notification regarding the probable leak is generated and transmitted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2024
    Publication date: June 20, 2024
    Inventors: William Dunn, Mike Brown, Douglas Bennett, Kevin O’Connor, Alex Moreau
  • Patent number: 12015852
    Abstract: A video interface device, the device including a camera; an optically transparent enclosure, the enclosure configured to enclose the camera and configured for sanitization; a height-adjustable mount connected to the optically transparent enclosure; a computer display connected to the height-adjustable mount; and a cart connected to the height-adjustable mount, wherein the camera and the computer display are configured to facilitate communication with at least one remote system. A method of constructing a video interface device, including enclosing a first camera in an optically-transparent enclosure, the enclosure being configured for sanitization; attaching the first camera in the optically-transparent enclosure to a height-adjustable mount; attaching a computer display to the height-adjustable mount; and attaching a cart to the height-adjustable mount, such that the first camera and the computer display are configured to facilitate communication with at least one remote system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2024
    Assignee: AURA Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Alex Blate, Douglas Bennett, Anna Bennett, Garrett Goss
  • Patent number: 11965804
    Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting and alerting to likely leaks in an electronic display assembly are provided. An electronic display assembly includes an electronic display, a testing area, and a differential pressure sensor fluidly connected to ambient air in an ambient environment and gas within the testing area. A controller determines one or more differential pressure readings based on data received from the differential pressure sensor, and generates and transmits an electronic notification where the differential pressure readings are below a predetermined threshold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2024
    Assignee: Manufacturing Resources International, Inc.
    Inventors: William Dunn, Mike Brown, Douglas Bennett, Kevin O'Connor, Alex Moreau
  • Patent number: 11941073
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to systems, methods, and computer-readable media for selectively identifying candidate keywords for a target domain, generating keyword clusters based on the candidate keywords, and implementing the candidate keywords within published online content. In particular, systems disclosed herein generate or otherwise obtain access to a collection of keywords and value metrics descriptive of a profile of the keywords with respect to a target domain. The systems can selectively identify candidate keywords having unique value to a domain and generate keyword clusters including the keywords and associated terms. The systems described herein can further implement the keyword clusters within a structure of published content items that are linked or otherwise associated with the target domain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: 97th Floor
    Inventors: Christopher Douglas Bennett, Paxton Michael Gray, Wayne Gregory Sleight, Patrick Ralph Bennett
  • Patent number: 11921010
    Abstract: Electronic display assemblies providing enhanced leak detection, and systems and methods related to the same, are provided. A differential pressure sensor detects a differential pressure between an ambient environment and a testing area of the electronic display assembly. A controller determines differential pressure readings based on data received from the differential pressure sensor and selectively generates electronic notifications based on said differential pressure readings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Assignee: Manufacturing Resources International, Inc.
    Inventors: William Dunn, Mike Brown, Douglas Bennett, Kevin O'Connor, Alex Moreau
  • Publication number: 20240034255
    Abstract: A solar powered display assembly and related systems and methods are disclosed. A controller is interposed between an electronic display at a housing, an alternative power source external to, but electrically connected to the display assembly at a housing, and a solar energy harvesting device. The controller determines a power requirement for operating the display assembly, determines power available from the solar energy harvesting device, and where the power available from the solar energy harvesting device meets or exceeds the power requirement, sources operational power from the solar energy harvesting device. Where the power available from the solar energy harvesting device falls below the power requirement, the controller sources the power available from the solar energy harvesting device as a portion of the operational power, and sources supplemental power from the alternative power source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2023
    Publication date: February 1, 2024
    Inventors: William Dunn, Jack Bartholmae, Douglas Bennett
  • Patent number: 11820303
    Abstract: A solar powered VTU and systems and methods for the same are provided. A solar energy harvesting device and an energy storage device are electrically connected to an electronic display within a housing. A support extends between the housing and the solar energy harvesting device such that a bottom surface of the solar energy harvesting device is elevated directly above, and is spaced apart from, a top surface of the housing. The solar energy harvesting device has a first footprint, and the housing has a second footprint. The first footprint is larger than, and directly overlies, the second footprint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: Manufacturing Resources International, Inc.
    Inventors: William Dunn, Jack Bartholmae, Douglas Bennett
  • Patent number: 11824495
    Abstract: A display assembly includes electronic displays secured to a structural framework at an elevated position, the structural framework including one or more members and configured for attachment to a surface. Solar panels are secured to the structure framework at a location above the electronic displays, and bulk energy storage devices are secured to the structure framework and electrically connected with the electronic displays and the solar panels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: Manufacturing Resources International, Inc.
    Inventors: William Dunn, Gerald Fraschilla, Jack Bartholmae, Douglas Bennett
  • Publication number: 20230160774
    Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting and alerting to likely leaks in an electronic display assembly are provided. An electronic display assembly includes an electronic display, a testing area, and a differential pressure sensor fluidly connected to ambient air in an ambient environment and gas within the testing area. A controller determines one or more differential pressure readings based on data received from the differential pressure sensor, and generates and transmits an electronic notification where the differential pressure readings are below a predetermined threshold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2022
    Publication date: May 25, 2023
    Inventors: William Dunn, Mike Brown, Douglas Bennett, Kevin O'Connor, Alex Moreau
  • Publication number: 20230119352
    Abstract: A video interface device, the device including a camera; an optically transparent enclosure, the enclosure configured to enclose the camera and configured for sanitization; a height-adjustable mount connected to the optically transparent enclosure; a computer display connected to the height-adjustable mount; and a cart connected to the height-adjustable mount, wherein the camera and the computer display are configured to facilitate communication with at least one remote system. A method of constructing a video interface device, including enclosing a first camera in an optically-transparent enclosure, the enclosure being configured for sanitization; attaching the first camera in the optically-transparent enclosure to a height-adjustable mount; attaching a computer display to the height-adjustable mount; and attaching a cart to the height-adjustable mount, such that the first camera and the computer display are configured to facilitate communication with at least one remote system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2022
    Publication date: April 20, 2023
    Inventors: Alex Blate, Douglas Bennett, Tom Place, Garrett Goss, Paxton Scott, Anna Bennett, Anthony Randazzo, Karen Naylor
  • Patent number: D1064218
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2025
    Assignee: AURA Technologies, LLC
    Inventors: Anna Bennett, Douglas Bennett, Greg Houlgate, Alex Blate, Garrett Goss, Mark Dixon, Kyle Andrew Tucker