Patents by Inventor Edward Goff

Edward Goff 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: 12113369
    Abstract: A system for providing wireless power transfer includes a primary antenna having a primary lens surrounding the primary antenna and a secondary antenna having a secondary lens surrounding the secondary antenna. The secondary antenna is operatively connected to power at least one sensor. A mains power source is operatively connected to power the primary antenna. The primary and secondary antennas are separated a distance apart to wirelessly transfer power from the primary antenna to the secondary antenna.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2024
    Assignee: UTC Fire & Security Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher C. Fuller, Edward Goff
  • Publication number: 20230187974
    Abstract: A system for providing wireless power transfer includes a primary antenna having a primary lens surrounding the primary antenna and a secondary antenna having a secondary lens surrounding the secondary antenna. The secondary antenna is operatively connected to power at least one sensor. A mains power source is operatively connected to power the primary antenna. The primary and secondary antennas are separated a distance apart to wirelessly transfer power from the primary antenna to the secondary antenna.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2022
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Applicant: UTC Fire & Security Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher C. Fuller, Edward Goff
  • Patent number: 11446728
    Abstract: A radial compression mechanism utilizes a string wrapped around a plurality of compression dies to move the dies inward and close a central cylindrical cavity defined by the working surfaces of the dies. The string may be coupled to a string tension mechanism that enables a user to applied a desired tension to the string and thereby compress an article within the central cylindrical cavity. The compression dies may be coupled to a base and move along die-guiding slots from an open position to a closed position. A spring may be configured to force the compression dies open and provide some back-tension to the string. The string may extend around a pully on an opposing side of the compression mechanism and both ends of the string may be coupled to the string tension mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: BLOCKWISE ENGINEERING LLC
    Inventors: Edward Goff, Jeremiah J. Warriner
  • Patent number: 11411439
    Abstract: A system for providing wireless power transfer includes a primary antenna having a primary lens surrounding the primary antenna and a secondary antenna having a secondary lens surrounding the secondary antenna. The secondary antenna is operatively connected to power at least one sensor. A mains power source is operatively connected to power the primary antenna. The primary and secondary antennas are separated a distance apart to wirelessly transfer power from the primary antenna to the secondary antenna.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2022
    Assignee: UTC Fire & Security Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher C. Fuller, Edward Goff
  • Publication number: 20220016687
    Abstract: A radial compression mechanism utilizes a string wrapped around a plurality of compression dies to move the dies inward and close a central cylindrical cavity defined by the working surfaces of the dies. The string may be coupled to a string tension mechanism that enables a user to applied a desired tension to the string and thereby compress an article within the central cylindrical cavity. The compression dies may be coupled to a base and move along die-guiding slots from an open position to a closed position. A spring may be configured to force the compression dies open and provide some back-tension to the string. The string may extend around a pully on an opposing side of the compression mechanism and both ends of the string may be coupled to the string tension mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2021
    Publication date: January 20, 2022
    Inventors: Edward Goff, Jeremiah J. Warriner
  • Patent number: 11077480
    Abstract: A radial compression mechanism utilizes a string wrapped around a plurality of compression dies to move the dies inward and close a central cylindrical cavity defined by the working surfaces of the dies. The string may be coupled to a string tension mechanism that enables a user to applied a desired tension to the string and thereby compress an article within the central cylindrical cavity. The compression dies may be coupled to a base and move along die-guiding slots from an open position to a closed position. A spring may be configured to force the compression dies open and provide some back-tension to the string. The string may extend around a pully on an opposing side of the compression mechanism and both ends of the string may be coupled to the string tension mechanism.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Blockwise Engineering LLC
    Inventors: Edward Goff, Jeremiah J. Warriner
  • Publication number: 20200384523
    Abstract: A radial compression mechanism utilizes a string wrapped around a plurality of compression dies to move the dies inward and close a central cylindrical cavity defined by the working surfaces of the dies. The string may be coupled to a string tension mechanism that enables a user to applied a desired tension to the string and thereby compress an article within the central cylindrical cavity. The compression dies may be coupled to a base and move along die-guiding slots from an open position to a closed position. A spring may be configured to force the compression dies open and provide some back-tension to the string. The string may extend around a pully on an opposing side of the compression mechanism and both ends of the string may be coupled to the string tension mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2019
    Publication date: December 10, 2020
    Inventors: Edward Goff, Jeremiah J. Warriner
  • Patent number: 10564258
    Abstract: A system for characterizing the environment and objects in the environment created by fusing a plurality of sensor data, comprising a plurality of radar sensors each radar sensor integrated into a wireless module. A processor is operatively connected to the plurality of radar sensors and to a memory, wherein the memory includes instructions recorded thereon that, when read by the processor, cause the processor to combine the sensor data to identify, monitor and characterize the environment and objects within the environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2020
    Assignee: UTC Fire & Security Corporation
    Inventors: Christopher C. Fuller, Kimmo Kyllonen, Edward Goff, Corey Running, William L. Schultz, Umer Qureshi, Rene Christian
  • Publication number: 20170310165
    Abstract: A system for providing wireless power transfer includes a primary antenna having a primary lens surrounding the primary antenna and a secondary antenna having a secondary lens surrounding the secondary antenna. The secondary antenna is operatively connected to power at least one sensor. A mains power source is operatively connected to power the primary antenna. The primary and secondary antennas are separated a distance apart to wirelessly transfer power from the primary antenna to the secondary antenna.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2015
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Inventors: Christopher C. Fuller, Edward Goff
  • Publication number: 20170299696
    Abstract: A system for characterizing the environment and objects in the environment created by fusing a plurality of sensor data, comprising a plurality of radar sensors each radar sensor integrated into a wireless module. A processor is operatively connected to the plurality of radar sensors and to a memory, wherein the memory includes instructions recorded thereon that, when read by the processor, cause the processor to combine the sensor data to identify, monitor and characterize the environment and objects within the environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2015
    Publication date: October 19, 2017
    Inventors: Christopher C. Fuller, Kimmo Kyllonen, Edward Goff, Corey Running, Willaim L. Schultz, Umer Qureshi, Rene Christian
  • Patent number: 8679398
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a pre-pleated catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a folding head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The folding head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and defining a central aperture The segment distal ends move closer to the central point upon rotation of the rotatable hub member in a predetermined direction, whereby the balloon is folded around the shaft substrate upon rotation of the rotatable hub.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Assignee: Machine Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel J. Kasprzyk
  • Publication number: 20130056907
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a pre-pleated catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a folding head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The folding head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and defining a central aperture The segment distal ends move closer to the central point upon rotation of the rotatable hub member in a predetermined direction, whereby the balloon is folded around the shaft substrate upon rotation of the rotatable hub.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel J. Kasprzyk
  • Patent number: 8128860
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a pleating head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The pleating head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. Each segment has a centerline between the proximal and distal ends, each segment having a proximal point and a distal point, and the proximal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the stationary base member and the distal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the rotatable hub member. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and a predetermined distance away from a central point and defining a central aperture with a spiral-pleat dimension having at least three channels in communication with a central aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Assignee: Machine Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel J. Kasprzyk
  • Patent number: 7407377
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a pleating head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The pleating head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. Each segment has a centerline between the proximal and distal ends, each segment having a proximal point and a distal point, and the proximal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the stationary base member and the distal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the rotatable hub member. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and a predetermined distance away from a central point and defining a central aperture with a spiral-pleat dimension having at least three channels in communication with a central aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2008
    Assignee: Machine Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel J. Kasprzyk
  • Publication number: 20070075836
    Abstract: Techniques for detecting radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags are disclosed. For example, an exit control system is described that detects unauthorized removal of articles from a protected facility. A series of antennas are setup to produce interrogation corridors located near the exit of the protected area. RFID tags are attached to the articles to be protected. Each tag includes information that uniquely identifies the article to which it is affixed and status information as to whether the articles removal from the facility is authorized. The RF reader outputs RF signals through the antennas to create electromagnetic fields within the interrogation corridors. The reader outputs RF power from a single port to the multiple antennas via a splitter/combiner. In this way, a single RF reader with only one transmitter/receiver port simultaneously interrogates multiple antennas. A variety of techniques are described by which the reader can detect the removal of an unauthorized article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2006
    Publication date: April 5, 2007
    Inventors: Seth Lieffort, Edward Goff, Ronald Jesme, Thomas Mercer
  • Patent number: 7069794
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring force, particularly the radial expansion force or hoop force associated with a stent or other article. The apparatus includes an article engagement mechanism. The article engaging mechanism includes at least one stationary plate member; at least one rotatable force collector member which is moveable in relation to the stationary member, and a plurality of force element segments, each having a predetermined wedge shape with a proximal end and a distal end. Each segment also has a distal point which is pivotally coupled to the stationary plate member and a proximal point which is pivotally coupled to the rotatable force collector member. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent a central aperture into which the article is placed. The segment distal ends move to engage the article upon rotation of the rotatable member in a predetermined direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2006
    Assignee: Machine Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff
  • Publication number: 20060047556
    Abstract: Methods and systems of resource planning are described. In one embodiment, a rule set, that defines an authority of a program planner to create at least one project role, is evaluated. A determination of organizational units of users are made, staffing states are modified, and users are disallowed from making changes to a project plan based on the evaluation of the rule set as a function of the staffing state. In another embodiment, a first command from a first user to modify a program structure is received and evaluated. The rule set specifies an authority of the first user to modify the program structure on a basis of a staffing state in a project planning process. A program structure is modified, as a result of a positive evaluation of the rule set, wherein modification includes populating the program structure with first data comprising a project structure and a project role.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2004
    Publication date: March 2, 2006
    Inventors: Torsten Lang, Matthias Fell, Edward Goff, Jutta Staerck, Ralf Wiedemann
  • Patent number: 6988881
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a pleating head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The pleating head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. Each segment has a centerline between the proximal and distal ends, each segment having a proximal point and a distal point, and the proximal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the stationary base member and the distal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the rotatable hub member. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and a predetermined distance away from a central point and defining a central aperture with a spiral-pleat dimension having at least three channels in communication with a central aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2006
    Assignee: Machine Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel J. Kasprzyk
  • Publication number: 20050275140
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a pleating head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The pleating head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. Each segment has a centerline between the proximal and distal ends, each segment having a proximal point and a distal point, and the proximal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the stationary base member and the distal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the rotatable hub member. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and a predetermined distance away from a central point and defining a central aperture with a spiral-pleat dimension having at least three channels in communication with a central aperture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2005
    Publication date: December 15, 2005
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel Kasprzyk
  • Publication number: 20050277877
    Abstract: An apparatus for folding a catheter balloon comprises a stationary base member; a rotatable drive hub which is moveable in relation to the stationary base member; and a pleating head aligned with respect to the stationary base member and to the rotatable drive hub. The pleating head includes at least three segments, each having a proximal end and an angled distal end with at least one angled side face terminating in an edge of a predetermined length. Each segment has a centerline between the proximal and distal ends, each segment having a proximal point and a distal point, and the proximal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the stationary base member and the distal point being pivotally coupled by pins to the rotatable hub member. The segments are arranged so that the segment distal ends are disposed adjacent to and a predetermined distance away from a central point and defining a central aperture with a spiral-pleat dimension having at least three channels in communication with a central aperture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2005
    Publication date: December 15, 2005
    Inventors: Tom Motsenbocker, Edward Goff, Daniel Kasprzyk