Patents by Inventor Eric A. Johnson
Eric A. Johnson 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: 11896315Abstract: A virtual operating room (OR) is generated that includes virtual surgical equipment based on existing OR models and existing equipment models. Sensor feedback is received that defines a physical OR having physical equipment, the physical equipment including a surgical robotic system within the physical OR. The virtual OR and the virtual surgical equipment is updated based on the sensor feedback. A layout of the virtual surgical equipment is optimized in the virtual OR. The virtual OR and the virtual surgical equipment are rendered on a display.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2022Date of Patent: February 13, 2024Assignee: VERB SURGICAL INC.Inventors: Bernhard Fuerst, Eric Johnson, Pablo Garcia Kilroy
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Publication number: 20240045647Abstract: Controlling the output of audio based on the mode of an electronic device having a sound mode, silent mode, and mute mode, along different audio output routes. In the sound mode, all audio can be output, while only registered or authorized audio can be output in the silent mode. In the mute mode, no audio can be output. The sound and silent modes can be enabled using an interface of the device, while the mute mode can be enabled using an accessory coupled to the device. To disengage the mute mode, a user can provide a corresponding instruction using the accessory or providing an instruction on the device related to volume control. Other aspects are also described and claimed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2023Publication date: February 8, 2024Inventors: Patrick Coffman, Meriko Borogove, Jonathan Bennett, Gregory Chapman, Anthony Guetta, Deepak Iyer, Eric Johnson
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Publication number: 20240043083Abstract: A running bike is to be operated selectively with and without power. The running bike includes a front fork rotatably engaged with a front wheel, a rear fork rotatably engaged with a rear wheel, a handlebar coupled to the front fork for steering the running bike, a frame extending between and connecting the front fork and the rear fork, an electronic controller coupled to the frame, and a drivetrain assembly coupled to the frame and in communication with the electronic controller. The drivetrain assembly includes an electric motor configured to selectively drive the rear wheel. A battery selectively provides power to the drivetrain assembly. A clutch is coupled to the handlebar and is in communication with the electronic controller. The clutch is configured to be actuated by an operator to proportionally increase or decrease power to the drivetrain assembly electronically.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2023Publication date: February 8, 2024Inventors: Robert Ryan Ragland, Eric Johnson, Phillip Charles Burke
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Patent number: 11890025Abstract: Catheter systems of the invention involve guided and informed dissolution of occlusions in blood vessels. According to certain aspects, a catheter system of the invention includes an elongate body defining a first lumen and comprising a distal portion, an inner member configured for insertion into the first lumen, the inner member comprising an energy source configured to deliver therapeutic energy to a treatment site, and an imaging assembly located at the distal portion of the elongate body. In some embodiments, the catheter system includes a functional flow sensor in addition to or as an alternative to the imaging assembly.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2014Date of Patent: February 6, 2024Assignee: PHILIPS IMAGE GUIDED THERAPY CORPORATIONInventors: Jeremy Stigall, Joe Lauinger, Eric Johnson
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Patent number: 11894788Abstract: A material handler comprises a motor, an interface device, and a controller. The controller is configured to receive an input from the interface device and can include a variable frequency drive (VFD). The controller provides a variable frequency drive (VFD) signal to the motor to control movement of one or more components of the material handler. If the interface device is inactive for a predetermined amount of time, the controller adjusts a frequency of the VFD signal from an operating frequency to a standby frequency with the standby frequency being lower than the operating frequency. Adjusting the frequency from the operating frequency to the standby frequency can include adjusting the frequency of the VFD signal to one or more intermediate frequencies. When adjusting the frequency of the VFD signal, the controller can skip at least one frequency or range of frequencies, for example, to avoid undesirable operating characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2020Date of Patent: February 6, 2024Assignee: BUILTRITE, LLCInventors: Karl Eric Johnson, Mitchell Lloyd Houle
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Publication number: 20240032826Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for processing, transmitting, and displaying data received from continuous analyte sensor, such as a glucose sensor. In some embodiments, the continuous analyte sensor system comprises a sensor electronics module that includes power saving features. One feature includes a low power measurement circuit that can be switched between a measurement mode and a low power mode, in which charging circuitry continues to apply power to electrodes of a sensor during the low power mode. In addition, the sensor electronics module can be switched between in a low power storage mode higher power operational mode via a switch. The switch can include a reed switch or optical switch, for example. A validation routine can also be implemented to ensure an interrupt signal sent from the switch is valid.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2023Publication date: February 1, 2024Inventors: Sebastian BOHM, Mark DERVAES, Eric JOHNSON, Apurv Ullas KAMATH, Shawn LARVENZ, Jacob S. LEACH, Phong LIEU, Aarthi MAHALINGAM, Tom MILLER, Paul V. NEALE, Jack PRYOR, Thomas A. PEYSER, Daiting RONG, Kenneth SAN VICENTE, Mohammad Ali SHARIATI, Peter C. SIMPSON, Matthew WIGHTLIN
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Patent number: 11881819Abstract: A sound system includes a sound source having an analogue audio signal output and a sound volume control; signal amplifier apparatus (10) comprising an analogue signal input (12) configured to be coupled to the analogue audio signal output of the sound source, an analogue signal output (18) and an amplifier module (62) coupled between the signal input and the signal output. The amplifier module (62) has a fixed amplification gain within a range of 10 to 12 decibels. Control of the audio signal is effected solely by the sound volume control of the sound source. The amplifier module (64) also provides a fixed gain bass boost of 6 decibels. The system provides linear amplification and allows a user to reduce the volume of the sound source, which significantly reduces signal distortion. Volume control is at the sound source and not at the amplifier module, which optimises amplification quality and reduces the power requirement of the amplifier apparatus (10).Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2020Date of Patent: January 23, 2024Assignee: Helm Audio LimitedInventor: Eric Johnson
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Patent number: 11864741Abstract: A medical apparatus (FDA Classifications: “Sputum Specimen [In-Home] Self-Collection Device” and “In Vitro Medical Diagnostic Device”) and method for self-collection, transport, decontamination and storage preservation of expectorated sputum specimens, to optimize specimen quality and reliability of clinical laboratory stain interpretation, culture and molecular diagnostic tests, thereby improving laboratory support for pathogen-specific treatment (antibiotic stewardship).Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2021Date of Patent: January 9, 2024Inventor: Norman Eric Johnson
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Publication number: 20230402177Abstract: This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for processing, transmitting and displaying data received from an analyte sensor, such as a glucose sensor. The system may include a display device with at least one input device. In response to movement of or along the input device, the display device may change a glucose data output parameter and update an output of the display device using the changed output parameter.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2023Publication date: December 14, 2023Inventors: Eric JOHNSON, Michael Robert MENSINGER, Peter C. SIMPSON, Thomas HALL, Hari HAMPAPURAM, Kostyantyn SNISARENKO, Eli REIHMAN, Holly C. DRAKE, Kassandra CONSTANTINE
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Publication number: 20230397848Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for processing, transmitting, and displaying data received from continuous analyte sensor, such as a glucose sensor. In some embodiments, the continuous analyte sensor system comprises a sensor electronics module that includes power saving features. One feature includes a low power measurement circuit that can be switched between a measurement mode and a low power mode, in which charging circuitry continues to apply power to electrodes of a sensor during the low power mode. In addition, the sensor electronics module can be switched between in a low power storage mode higher power operational mode via a switch. The switch can include a reed switch or optical switch, for example. A validation routine can also be implemented to ensure an interrupt signal sent from the switch is valid.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2023Publication date: December 14, 2023Inventors: Sebastian BOHM, Mark DERVAES, Eric JOHNSON, Apurv Ullas KAMATH, Shawn LARVENZ, Jacob S. LEACH, Phong LIEU, Aarthi MAHALINGAM, Tom MILLER, Paul V. NEALE, Jack PRYOR, Thomas A. PEYSER, Daiting RONG, Kenneth SAN VICENTE, Mohammad Ali SHARIATI, Peter C. SIMPSON, Matthew WIGHTLIN
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Patent number: 11828117Abstract: A drilling assembly includes a hydraulic amplifier assembly, a driver, a bearing housing, and a shaft. The hydraulic amplifier assembly is configured to increase a pressure of a drilling fluid so as to produce a pressurized drilling fluid. The driver is driven by the pressure of the drilling fluid and is configured to rotate a drill bit. The bearing housing is coupled to the driver. The shaft extends through the bearing housing and is configured to be coupled to the drill bit. The shaft is driven to rotate by the driver. The hydraulic amplifier is configured to deliver the pressurized drilling fluid to the drill bit.Type: GrantFiled: May 5, 2020Date of Patent: November 28, 2023Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Eric Johnson, Phillip Bailey, Daniel Nobre, Nalin Weerasinghe
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Patent number: 11823559Abstract: A method and system provide for project a safe area during an emergency situation is provided. A server, using at least one electronic sensor, determines that an emergency situation is occurring in a building. The emergency situation can be an armed intruder, a natural disaster, a chemical spill or the like, etc. The server determines likely unsafe areas and at least one likely safe area within the building during the emergency situation. A projector, which can be incorporated into a camera or separate from a camera, projects visual guidance features within the building, the visual guidance features directing occupants in the building toward the likely safe area.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2019Date of Patent: November 21, 2023Assignee: MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC.Inventors: Eric Johnson, Benjamin Zaslow, Youngeun Olivia Kang, Yanling Xu
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Patent number: 11818510Abstract: Embodiments described herein provide various examples of monitoring adverse events in the background while displaying a higher-resolution surgical video on a lower-resolution display device. In one aspect, a process for detecting adverse events during a surgical procedure can begin by receiving a surgical video. The process then displays a first portion of the video images of the surgical video on a screen to assist a surgeon performing the surgical procedure. While displaying the first portion of the video images, the process uses a set of deep-learning models to monitor a second portion of the video images not being displayed on the screen, wherein each deep-learning model is constructed to detect a given adverse event among a set of adverse events. In response to detecting an adverse event in the second portion of the video images, the process notifies the surgeon of the detected adverse event to prompt an appropriate action.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2022Date of Patent: November 14, 2023Assignee: Verb Surgical Inc.Inventors: Jagadish Venkataraman, Dave Scott, Eric Johnson
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Publication number: 20230360117Abstract: A method for providing a dynamically-updated electronic report of assets available for transaction to a user is provided. The electronic report is provided to a computing device operated by the user. The electronic report includes one or more entries that each corresponds to an asset for sale. Each entry can include a link for the corresponding asset. In response to receiving user selection of a link on the report, one or more characteristics of the asset corresponding to the selected link are determined. One or more additional assets are determined based on the one or more characteristics. The electronic report is dynamically updated to include one or more entries corresponding to the one or more additional assets. A user profile of the user can also be updated in response to the user's selection.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2023Publication date: November 9, 2023Inventors: Robert Friedman, Sarina Kinder, Eric Johnson, Michael Jansta
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Patent number: 11778460Abstract: A secure element of a mobile device receives a first authentication token, which may have an encrypted portion and a non-encrypted portion, from a network gateway device to which the mobile device is connected. The secure element determines whether the first authentication token is valid based on a sequence number included in the first authentication token. If the secure element determines that the first authentication token is valid, the secure element generates a second authentication token that indicates a result of an authentication operation performed by the secure element. The second authentication token is sent to the network gateway device. The secure element derives a pre-shared key using a key derivation function, where the pre-shared key is usable to establish a secure communication channel with the network gateway device.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2017Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Giesecke+Devrient Mobile Security America, Inc.Inventor: Eric Johnson
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Patent number: 11775252Abstract: This is directed to controlling the output of audio based on the mode of an electronic device. In particular, this is directed to an electronic device having a sound mode, silent mode, and mute mode controlling the output of audio along different audio output routes. In the sound mode, all audio can be output, while only registered or authorized audio can be output in the silent mode. In the mute mode, no audio can be output. The sound and silent modes can be enabled using an interface of the device (e.g., a switch having two possible states), while the mute mode can be enabled using an accessory coupled to the device. To disengage the mute mode, a user can provide a corresponding instruction using the accessory, or providing an instruction on the device related to volume control. For example, a user can change the device volume using an on-device interface, or toggle a sound/silent switch to a sound mode.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2022Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Patrick Coffman, Meriko Borogove, Jonathan Bennett, Gregory Chapman, Anthony Guetta, Deepak Iyer, Eric Johnson
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Patent number: 11769589Abstract: This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for processing, transmitting and displaying data received from an analyte sensor, such as a glucose sensor. The system may include a display device with at least one input device. In response to movement of or along the input device, the display device may change a glucose data output parameter and update an output of the display device using the changed output parameter.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2021Date of Patent: September 26, 2023Assignee: Dexcom, Inc.Inventors: Eric Johnson, Michael Robert Mensinger, Peter C. Simpson, Thomas Hall, Hari Hampapuram, Kostyantyn Snisarenko, Eli Reihman, Holly Chico, Kassandra Constantine
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Publication number: 20230290499Abstract: This disclosure provides systems, methods and apparatus for processing, transmitting and displaying data received from an analyte sensor, such as a glucose sensor. The system may include a display device with at least one input device. In response to movement of or along the input device, the display device may change a glucose data output parameter and update an output of the display device using the changed output parameter.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2023Publication date: September 14, 2023Inventors: Eric JOHNSON, Michael Robert MENSINGER, Peter C. SIMPSON, Thomas HALL, Hari HAMPAPURAM, Kostyantyn SNISARENKO, Eli REIHMAN, Holly C. DRAKE, Kassandra CONSTANTINE
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Publication number: 20230270502Abstract: Mobile virtual reality system for simulation, training or demonstration of a surgical robotic system can include a virtual reality processor. The processor can generate a virtual surgical robot and render the virtual surgical robot on a display. The virtual surgical robot can include a virtual surgical tool. A handheld user input device (UID) can sense a hand input from a hand. A foot input device can sense a foot input from a foot. The virtual reality processor can be configured to control a movement or action of the virtual surgical robot based on the hand input, and change which of the virtual surgical instruments is controlled by the one or more handheld UIDs based on the foot input. Other embodiments and aspects are disclosed and claimed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2023Publication date: August 31, 2023Inventors: Bernhard Fuerst, Eric Johnson, Pablo Garcia Kilroy
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Publication number: 20230249775Abstract: A running bike includes a front fork, a rear fork, a handlebar, and a frame extending between and connecting the front fork and the rear fork. The frame has a top tube and a seat tube coupled to the top tube. A seat is adjustably coupled to the seat tube. A footrest is connected to and supported by the frame, a drivetrain receiving region is defined as an area below the top tube and above the footplate, a drivetrain assembly is positioned within the drivetrain receiving region, and a battery mount selectively receives a battery. The battery mount faces the front wheel at a position between the top tube and the footrest. A side panel is coupled to the frame to enclose the drivetrain assembly within the drivetrain receiving region, and has in side view, a plurality of edges positioned between the top tube and the footrest.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2023Publication date: August 10, 2023Inventors: Robert Ryan Ragland, Eric Johnson, Phillip Charles Burke