Patents by Inventor Eric Thosteson
Eric Thosteson 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: 11857732Abstract: Embodiments include a lighting device that includes a first illumination source comprising a light-emitting diode (LED) of a first color that generates a first light output with a first melanopic ratio of greater than 0.8, and a second illumination source comprising an LED of a second color that generates a second light output with a second melanopic ratio that is less than the first melanopic ratio. The lighting device also includes a light distribution unit for directing and distributing illumination generated by the first and second illumination sources, where at least one of the first illumination source and the second illumination source is affixed to the light distribution unit, and where the first and second illumination sources are oriented relative to one another such that their respective light outputs are directed in different directions.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2022Date of Patent: January 2, 2024Assignee: Biological Innovation and Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Patent number: 11426555Abstract: Embodiments include a lighting device that includes a first illumination source comprising a light-emitting diode (LED) of a first color that generates a first light output with a first melanopic ratio of 0.4 to 1.2, and a second illumination source comprising an LED of a second color that generates a second light output with a second melanopic ratio that is less than the first melanopic ratio. The lighting device also includes a light distribution unit for directing and distributing illumination generated by the first and second illumination sources, where at least one of the first illumination source and the second illumination source is affixed to the light distribution unit, and where the first and second illumination sources are oriented relative to one another such that their respective light outputs are directed in different directions.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2020Date of Patent: August 30, 2022Assignee: Biological Innovation and Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Publication number: 20220233806Abstract: Embodiments include a lighting device that includes a first illumination source comprising a light-emitting diode (LED) of a first color that generates a first light output with a first melanopic ratio of greater than 0.8, and a second illumination source comprising an LED of a second color that generates a second light output with a second melanopic ratio that is less than the first melanopic ratio. The lighting device also includes a light distribution unit for directing and distributing illumination generated by the first and second illumination sources, where at least one of the first illumination source and the second illumination source is affixed to the light distribution unit, and where the first and second illumination sources are oriented relative to one another such that their respective light outputs are directed in different directions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2022Publication date: July 28, 2022Applicant: Biological Innovation and Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Publication number: 20200214101Abstract: Embodiments include a lighting device that includes a first illumination source comprising a light-emitting diode (LED) of a first color that generates a first light output with a first melanopic ratio of 0.4 to 1.2, and a second illumination source comprising an LED of a second color that generates a second light output with a second melanopic ratio that is less than the first melanopic ratio. The lighting device also includes a light distribution unit for directing and distributing illumination generated by the first and second illumination sources, where at least one of the first illumination source and the second illumination source is affixed to the light distribution unit, and where the first and second illumination sources are oriented relative to one another such that their respective light outputs are directed in different directions.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2020Publication date: July 2, 2020Applicant: Biological Innovation and Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Patent number: 10595376Abstract: Luminaries, fixtures, systems and methods of providing both spectrally and spatially targeted illumination are disclosed. Intelligent lighting systems with programmable interfaces for customizing spectral and spatial light output to an individual user are also disclosed. Lighting fixtures including table and floor lamps with adjustable spectral output designed to coordinate with the time of day and human circadian rhythms are described. Adjustable light distribution units that provide for both indirect lighting and task lighting that may be independently varied with respect to color so as to illuminate and facilitate circadian rhythm regulation are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2017Date of Patent: March 17, 2020Assignee: BIOLOGICAL INNOVATION & OPTIMIZATION SYSTEMS, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Patent number: 10517231Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to fixtures, systems and methods for providing vegetation grow light fixtures with auxiliary power and/or data communication ports or hubs allowing for expansion of their functionality, modularity and adaptability. The addition of power or communication ports integrated with a grow light fixture enables other components to be connected directly to and powered by the grow light fixture. Such components may include but are not limited to supplemental lighting, sensors and actuators.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2018Date of Patent: December 31, 2019Assignee: Biological Innovation and Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Eric Thosteson, Neil Yorio
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Publication number: 20190090324Abstract: Systems and methods for limiting inrush current spikes in multi-load systems are disclosed. Inrush current limiting modules according to some embodiments comprise programmable microcontrollers and logic activated switches that connect loads to main power in a staggered and non-simultaneous manner thereby limiting inrush current spikes. Applications include agricultural grow systems employing multiple grow light fixtures and other high power and multiple load systems. Programmable logic controlled switching mechanisms operating under reserve power and integrated into power supplies are also disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and methods for uniform dimming of high power LED lighting fixtures.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2018Publication date: March 21, 2019Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Eric Thosteson, Luis Rodriguez
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Publication number: 20180332777Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to fixtures, systems and methods for providing vegetation grow light fixtures with auxiliary power and/or data communication ports or hubs allowing for expansion of their functionality, modularity and adaptability. The addition of power or communication ports integrated with a grow light fixture enables other components to be connected directly to and powered by the grow light fixture. Such components may include but are not limited to supplemental lighting, sensors and actuators.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2018Publication date: November 22, 2018Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Eric Thosteson, Neil Yorio
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Publication number: 20180206306Abstract: Systems and methods for limiting inrush current spikes in multi-load systems are disclosed. Inrush current limiting modules according to some embodiments comprise programmable microcontrollers and logic activated switches that connect loads to main power in a staggered and non-simultaneous manner thereby limiting inrush current spikes. Applications include agricultural grow systems employing multiple grow light fixtures and other high power and multiple load systems. Programmable logic controlled switching mechanisms operating under reserve power and integrated into power supplies are also disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and methods for uniform dimming of high power LED lighting fixtures.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2018Publication date: July 19, 2018Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Eric Thosteson, Luis Rodriguez
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Publication number: 20180172227Abstract: Luminaries, fixtures, systems and methods of providing both spectrally and spatially targeted illumination are disclosed. Lighting fixtures including troffer type fixtures comprising LED packages with high melanopic flux and secondary optics for spatially directing or modulating illumination to facilitate or optimize biological effects of lighting are described. Also disclosed are human centric LED lighting fixtures and designs that are designed to coordinate with the time of day and human circadian rhythms. Luminaires that provide control and variation spectral output and that provide indirect spatially targeted lighting so as are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2017Publication date: June 21, 2018Inventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Publication number: 20180177017Abstract: Systems and methods for improving color accuracy and uniformity in LED illumination systems are disclosed including light engines, switching circuits and methods of adding phosphors or lumiphoric materials for controlling the addition or subtraction of light from one or more color light sources of the light engines to produce light of a uniform and consistent color. Systems and methods of providing LED light engines and associated illumination spectrums that are both visually appealing, rich in melanopic flux and that reduce blue light hazard exposure are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2017Publication date: June 21, 2018Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson, Eliza Balestracci
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Patent number: 9943042Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to fixtures, systems and methods for providing vegetation grow light fixtures with auxiliary power and/or data communication ports or hubs allowing for expansion of their functionality, modularity and adaptability. The addition of power or communication ports integrated with a grow light fixture enables other components to be connected directly to and powered by the grow light fixture. Such components may include but are not limited to supplemental lighting, sensors and actuators.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2016Date of Patent: April 17, 2018Assignee: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Eric Thosteson, Neil Yorio
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Publication number: 20180087755Abstract: Disclosed are adjustable LED grow light fixtures and lights that have low profiles and are configurable for different plant grow environments. Also disclosed are LED grow light fixtures that are fully assembled and collapsible to a compact configuration for efficient packaging and shipping. Embodiments include low profile and highly efficient LED lighting fixtures that are light, easily installed and are configurable to a variety of light distribution patterns.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2017Publication date: March 29, 2018Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Neil Yorio, Shane Sullivan, Richard LeClair, Wei Sun, Eric Thosteson
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Publication number: 20180077767Abstract: Luminaries, fixtures, systems and methods of providing both spectrally and spatially targeted illumination are disclosed. Intelligent lighting systems with programmable interfaces for customizing spectral and spatial light output to an individual user are also disclosed. Lighting fixtures including table and floor lamps with adjustable spectral output designed to coordinate with the time of day and human circadian rhythms are described. Adjustable light distribution units that provide for both indirect lighting and task lighting that may be independently varied with respect to color so as to illuminate and facilitate circadian rhythm regulation are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2017Publication date: March 15, 2018Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson
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Publication number: 20180070421Abstract: Systems and methods for improving color accuracy and uniformity in LED illumination systems are disclosed including light engines and switching circuits for controlling the addition or subtraction of light from one or more color light sources of the light engines to produce light of a uniform and consistent color. Systems and methods of providing LED light engines and associated illumination spectrums that are both visually appealing and rich in melanopic flux are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2017Publication date: March 8, 2018Applicant: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson, Eliza Balestracci
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Patent number: 9844116Abstract: Systems and methods for improving color accuracy and uniformity in LED illumination systems are disclosed including light engines, switching circuits and methods of adding phosphors or lumiphoric materials for controlling the addition or subtraction of light from one or more color light sources of the light engines to produce light of a uniform and consistent color. Systems and methods of providing LED light engines and associated illumination spectrums that are both visually appealing, rich in melanopic flux and that reduce blue light hazard exposure are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2016Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignee: Biological Innovation & Optimization Systems, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson, Eliza Balestracci
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Publication number: 20170303369Abstract: Systems and methods for limiting inrush current spikes in multi-load systems are disclosed. Inrush current limiting modules according to some embodiments comprise programmable microcontrollers and logic activated switches that connect loads to main power in a staggered and non-simultaneous manner thereby limiting inrush current spikes. Applications include agricultural grow systems employing multiple grow light fixtures and other high power and multiple load systems. Programmable logic controlled switching mechanisms operating under reserve power and integrated into power supplies are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2017Publication date: October 19, 2017Inventor: Eric Thosteson
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Patent number: 9788387Abstract: Systems and methods for improving color accuracy and uniformity in LED illumination systems are disclosed including light engines and switching circuits for controlling the addition or subtraction of light from one or more color light sources of the light engines to produce light of a uniform and consistent color. Systems and methods of providing LED light engines and associated illumination spectrums that are both visually appealing and rich in melanopic flux are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2016Date of Patent: October 10, 2017Assignee: BIOLOGICAL INNOVATION & OPTIMIZATION SYSTEMS, LLCInventors: Robert Soler, Eric Thosteson, Eliza Balestracci
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Patent number: D797344Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2016Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: BIOLOGICAL INNOVATION & OPTIMIZATION SYSTEMS, LLCInventors: Neil Yorio, Shane Sullivan, Eric Thosteson, Sean Tegart
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Patent number: D819875Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2016Date of Patent: June 5, 2018Assignee: BIOLOGICAL INNOVATION & OPTIMIZATION SYSTEMSInventors: Neil Yorio, Shane Sullivan, Richard LeClair, Wei Sun, Eric Thosteson