Patents by Inventor Frederick J. Kiko
Frederick J. Kiko 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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Publication number: 20150012145Abstract: A system and associated components for providing an intelligent circuit breaker being adapted to communicate with, monitor and control various devices within a commercial or residential premises. In one embodiment, the system is adapted for low cost, ease of installation and operation, and ease of manufacture. The intelligent circuit breaker may also be adapted to send data relating to sensed parameter or conditions to, and receive commands from, a user interface. Methods for operating such breakers and converting existing circuit breakers to intelligent circuit breakers consistent with the aforementioned system and components are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 7, 2014Publication date: January 8, 2015Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: 8773827Abstract: A system and associated components for providing an intelligent circuit breaker being adapted to communicate with, monitor and control various devices within a commercial or residential premises. In one embodiment, the system is adapted for low cost, ease of installation and operation, and ease of manufacture. The intelligent circuit breaker may also be adapted to send data relating to sensed parameter or conditions to, and receive commands from, a user interface. Methods for operating such breakers and converting existing circuit breakers to intelligent circuit breakers consistent with the aforementioned system and components are also described.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2008Date of Patent: July 8, 2014Assignee: Simply Automated IncorporatedInventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: 8643456Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2013Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: Pulse Electronics, Inc.Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Publication number: 20130134998Abstract: A system for measuring electrical properties of a power line comprising a first wire and a second wire. The system comprises a sensor unit configured for connection to the first wire; and an elongated resistive element comprising a first end configured for connection to the sensor unit and a second end configured for connection to the second wire, the elongated resistive element having a distributed resistance. The first wire may be a hot wire and the second wire may be a hot wire or a neutral wire.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2012Publication date: May 30, 2013Applicant: Tollgrade Communications, Inc.Inventors: Frederick J. Kiko, Gregory M. Nulty
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Patent number: 8368500Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2012Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Pulse Electronics, Inc.Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Publication number: 20120182111Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2012Publication date: July 19, 2012Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Patent number: 8098125Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2011Date of Patent: January 17, 2012Assignee: Pulse Electronics, Inc.Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Publication number: 20110221557Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2011Publication date: September 15, 2011Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Patent number: 7876189Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2009Date of Patent: January 25, 2011Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Publication number: 20100026438Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2009Publication date: February 4, 2010Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Patent number: 7598837Abstract: Improved form-less electronic apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. In one exemplary embodiment, the apparatus comprises a shape-core inductive device having a bonded-wire coil which is formed and maintained within the device without resort to a bobbin or other form(er). The absence of the bobbin simplifies the manufacture of the device, reduces its cost, and allows it to be made more compact (or alternatively additional functionality to be disposed therein). One variant utilizes a termination header for mating to a PCB or other assembly, while another totally avoids the use of the header by directly mating to the PCB. Multi-core variants and methods of manufacturing are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2004Date of Patent: October 6, 2009Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventors: Michael T. Gilmartin, Frederick J. Kiko, Alan H. Benjamin
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Publication number: 20090206059Abstract: A system and associated components for providing an intelligent circuit breaker being adapted to communicate with, monitor and control various devices within a commercial or residential premises. In one embodiment, the system is adapted for low cost, ease of installation and operation, and ease of manufacture. The intelligent circuit breaker may also be adapted to send data relating to sensed parameter or conditions to, and receive commands from, a user interface. Methods for operating such breakers and converting existing circuit breakers to intelligent circuit breakers consistent with the aforementioned system and components are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2008Publication date: August 20, 2009Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Publication number: 20080316004Abstract: A system, associated components, and methods for improving powerline communications between electrical devices in, for example, a home or office setting. In one embodiment, a control module provides electrical command signals to a plurality of devices coupled to a powerline. A transformer operatively coupled to the control module and is configured to capacitively couple through its center tap to a non-signal line to provide a communication path to the plurality of devices. The transformer configuration provides a low noise communication path for the electrical command signals. Methods for installing and operating the aforementioned system and components are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2007Publication date: December 25, 2008Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: 7400239Abstract: Apparatus and methods for control of one or more functions within a premises. In one embodiment, the control apparatus comprises a “universal” electronic switch which can be configured according to any number of different desired functional and/or aesthetic schemes. The apparatus uses removable and replaceable control elements which are purely mechanical in nature, thereby allowing consolidation of all electrical functions within the parent control module. An improved control circuit including thermal overload protection is also disclosed, as are methods of operating and manufacturing the apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2005Date of Patent: July 15, 2008Assignee: Simply Automated, IncorporatedInventors: Frederick J. Kiko, David Beene
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Patent number: 7057486Abstract: A dual-core inductive device having one or more core elements and a sleeve adapted to fit over the core element(s). The device is significantly less expensive to produce than prior art transformers having similar characteristics. In one exemplary embodiment, the device includes two cylindrical cores forming a first (end) gap used to adjust the device's differential inductance independent of its common mode inductance. Similarly, a second gap is provided to adjust the device's common mode (leakage) inductance independent of its differential inductance. The substantially independent control afforded by these gaps allows for devices to be designed to simultaneously meet different sets of requirements; e.g., signal-path specifications and longitudinal inductance requirements. Methods for manufacturing the device(s), and telecommunications filter and splitter circuit applications, are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2001Date of Patent: June 6, 2006Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: RE39432Abstract: An impedance blocking filter circuit is provided for use in telecommunication systems for interconnecting between incoming telephone lines and customer's terminal equipment so as to unconditionally block impedances above 20 KHz due to the customer's terminal equipment from an ADSL network unit and/or home networking interface unit. The filter circuit includes first, second, and third inductors connected in series between a first input terminal and a first common point. A first resistor has its one end connected also to the first common point and its other end connected to a first output terminal. Fourth, fifth and sixth inductors are connected in series between a second input terminal and a second common point. A second resistor has its one end also connected to the second common point and its other end connected to a second output terminal. A capacitor has its ends connected across the first and second common points.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2003Date of Patent: December 19, 2006Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: RE40020Abstract: An impedance blocking filter circuit is provided for use in telecommunication systems for interconnecting between incoming telephone lines and customer's terminal equipment so as to unconditionally block impedances above 20 KHz due to the customer's terminal equipment from an ADSL network unit and/or home networking interface unit. The filter circuit includes first, second, and third inductors connected in series between a first input terminal and a first common point. A first resistor has its one end connected also to the first common point and its other end connected to a first output terminal. Fourth, fifth and sixth inductors are connected in series between a second input terminal and a second common point. A second resistor has its one end also connected to the second common point and its other end connected to a second output terminal. A capacitor has its ends connected across the first and second common points.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2003Date of Patent: January 22, 2008Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: RE41145Abstract: An impedance blocking filter circuit is provided for use in telecommunication systems for interconnecting between incoming telephone lines and customer's terminal equipment so as to unconditionally block impedances above 20 KHz a desired frequency range due to the customer's terminal equipment from an ADSL a DSL network unit and/or home networking interface unit. The filter circuit includes first, second, and third inductors connected in series between a first input terminal and a first common point. A first resistor has its one end connected also to the first common point and its other end connected to a first output terminal. Fourth, fifth and sixth inductors are connected in series between a second input terminal and a second common point. A second resistor has its one end also connected to the second common point and its other end connected to a second output terminal. A capacitor has its ends connected across the first and second common points.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2003Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: RE41164Abstract: An impedance blocking filter circuit is provided for use in telecommunication systems for interconnecting between incoming telephone lines and customer's terminal equipment so as to unconditionally block impedances above 20 KHz a desired frequency range due to the customer's terminal equipment from an ADSL a DSL network unit and/or home networking interface unit. The filter circuit includes first, second, and third inductors connected in series between a first input terminal and a first common point. A first resistor has its one end connected also to the first common point and its other end connected to a first output terminal. Fourth, fifth and sixth inductors are connected in series between a second input terminal and a second common point. A second resistor has its one end also connected to the second common point and its other end connected to a second output terminal. A capacitor has its ends connected across the first and second common points.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2003Date of Patent: March 16, 2010Assignee: Pulse Engineering, Inc.Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko
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Patent number: RE44094Abstract: An impedance blocking filter circuit is provided for use in telecommunication systems for interconnecting between incoming telephone lines and customer's terminal equipment so as to unconditionally block impedances above 20 KHz due to the customer's terminal equipment from an ADSL network unit and/or home networking interface unit. The filter circuit includes first, second, and third inductors connected in series between a first input terminal and a first common point. A first resistor has its one end connected also to the first common point and its other end connected to a first output terminal. Fourth, fifth and sixth inductors are connected in series between a second input terminal and a second common point. A second resistor has its one end also connected to the second common point and its other end connected to a second output terminal. A capacitor has its ends connected across the first and second common points.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2010Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Pulse Electronics, Inc.Inventor: Frederick J. Kiko