Patents by Inventor Frederick Karl
Frederick Karl 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: 20230414010Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 11684173Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2019Date of Patent: June 27, 2023Assignee: Thorley Industries, LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 11284702Abstract: A robot cleaner including a body, a driven wheel, and a side brush coupled to the body. The side brush includes a hub configured to rotate about a pivot axis and a plurality of bristles. Some bristles may form a first angle with the pivot axis and others form a second angle with the pivot axis which is larger than the first angle. Some bristles may have a first bristle length and others have a second bristle length which is larger than the first bristle length. The robot cleaner may include a side brush deflector to deflect debris propelled by the side brush towards the vacuum inlet. The side brush deflector includes a plurality of deflector bristles extending downwardly from a floor facing surface of the robot cleaner towards a floor such that some of the bristles pass through or underneath a portion of the deflector bristles.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2018Date of Patent: March 29, 2022Assignee: SharkNinja Operating LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Alden Kelsey, David Xu, David Thomas Barker, Daniel R. Der Marderosian, Sandy Wang
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Patent number: 10746348Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for a package delivery platform. The package delivery platform may be configured to receive a package from a drone. The package may include a magnetic material. The package delivery platform may include a platform body, a plurality of magnets disposed about the platform body, and a controller configured to control the plurality of magnets in order to secure the package to the platform body.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2018Date of Patent: August 18, 2020Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Strahlendorf, Sravani Yajamanam Kidambi
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Publication number: 20200056739Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for a package delivery platform. The package delivery platform may be configured to receive a package from a drone. The package may include a magnetic material. The package delivery platform may include a platform body, a plurality of magnets disposed about the platform body, and a controller configured to control the plurality of magnets in order to secure the package to the platform body.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2018Publication date: February 20, 2020Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Strahlendorf, Sravani Yajamanam Kidambi
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Publication number: 20190343298Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 10231555Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2017Date of Patent: March 19, 2019Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Publication number: 20180325252Abstract: A robot cleaner including a body, a driven wheel, and a side brush coupled to the body. The side brush includes a hub configured to rotate about a pivot axis and a plurality of bristles. Some bristles may form a first angle with the pivot axis and others form a second angle with the pivot axis which is larger than the first angle. Some bristles may have a first bristle length and others have a second bristle length which is larger than the first bristle length. The robot cleaner may include a side brush deflector to deflect debris propelled by the side brush towards the vacuum inlet. The side brush deflector includes a plurality of deflector bristles extending downwardly from a floor facing surface of the robot cleaner towards a floor such that some of the bristles pass through or underneath a portion of the deflector bristles.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2018Publication date: November 15, 2018Inventors: Frederick Karl HOPKE, Alden KELSEY, David XU, David Thomas BARKER, Daniel R. DER MARDEROSIAN, Sandy WANG
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Publication number: 20180125262Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: May 10, 2018Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 9763524Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2016Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Publication number: 20170129369Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2016Publication date: May 11, 2017Inventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker
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Patent number: 9642474Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2014Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Publication number: 20170072982Abstract: A lightweight collapsible stroller is provided. The stroller includes: a frame including a first portion movable relative to a second portion; a drive mechanism coupled to the frame, which moves the first portion relative to the second portion, thereby transitioning the frame between an open position and a closed position; and a latch mounted to the frame. The latch is positioned to engage at least a portion of the first portion or the second portion when the frame is in its open position to restrict the first portion from moving relative to the second portion. Upon actuation, the drive mechanism causes the latch to release, such that the first portion of the frame moves relative to the second portion of the frame, thereby allowing the frame to transition to the closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Henry F. Thorne, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Justine Rembisz, John J. Walker, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Mary J. Koes
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Patent number: 9527411Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2015Date of Patent: December 27, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker
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Publication number: 20160270552Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 9446779Abstract: A stroller is provided, which includes a frame and a drive mechanism coupled to the frame and configured to transition the frame between an open position and a closed position. The drive mechanism includes: a cable drive; at least one spool rotated by the cable drive; at least one cable received by the at least one spool and connected to the frame; and at least one biasing member connected to the at least one cable for removing slack from the at least one cable. The stroller is configured such that rotation of the at least one spool by the cable drive causes the cable to exert a force against the frame to transition the frame between the open position and the closed position or between the closed position and the open position.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2014Date of Patent: September 20, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Justine Rembisz, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, John J. Walker, Elijah M. Wiegmann
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Patent number: 9381835Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2014Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries, LLCInventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker
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Publication number: 20160174730Abstract: A foldable play yard apparatus is provided. The play yard includes a frame having a plurality of upright posts. The posts have a top, a bottom, and a clamp connected to at least one longitudinal side of the post. The play yard further includes a flexible enclosure having a plurality of edges inserted in the clamps to form walls between the upright posts. The clamp includes: a housing having an opening for receiving the edge of the enclosure and defining an interior channel within the housing; a flag piece, which is positioned in the interior channel of the housing, connected to the edge of the enclosure; and a locking piece positioned across the interior channel from the flag piece. A frictional engagement between the locking piece and the flag piece maintains the flag piece and the edge connected thereto within the interior channel.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2016Publication date: June 23, 2016Inventors: Jared A. Rosenthal, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne
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Patent number: 9301624Abstract: A foldable play yard apparatus is provided. The play yard includes a frame having a plurality of upright posts. The posts have a top, a bottom, and a clamp connected to at least one longitudinal side of the post. The play yard further includes a flexible enclosure having a plurality of edges inserted in the clamps to form walls between the upright posts. The clamp includes: a housing having an opening for receiving the edge of the enclosure and defining an interior channel within the housing; a flag piece, which is positioned in the interior channel of the housing, connected to the edge of the enclosure; and a locking piece positioned across the interior channel from the flag piece. A frictional engagement between the locking piece and the flag piece maintains the flag piece and the edge connected thereto within the interior channel.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2013Date of Patent: April 5, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Jared A. Rosenthal, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne
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Publication number: 20150336480Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2015Publication date: November 26, 2015Inventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker