Patents by Inventor Frederik Ekkel
Frederik Ekkel 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: 20230262154Abstract: An alert device includes electronic circuitry and at least a first antenna. The circuitry is designed for sending out a first signal, for wireless communication with at least a first hand held communication device, and at least a second signal for wireless communication with at least a second hand held communication device. The second signal differs from the first signal, preferably in at least one of transmitting energy, transmitting frequency, coding and pulse length. The device includes a switch for switching between: a first mode in which only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein the first and second signal are transmitted; or a first mode wherein only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein only the second signal is transmitted.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2023Publication date: August 17, 2023Inventors: Frederik EKKEL, Alfred LANGERAK
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Patent number: 11659075Abstract: An alert device includes electronic circuitry and at least a first antenna. The circuitry is designed for sending out a first signal, for wireless communication with at least a first hand held communication device, and at least a second signal for wireless communication with at least a second hand held communication device. The second signal differs from the first signal, preferably in at least one of transmitting energy, transmitting frequency, coding and pulse length. The device includes a switch for switching between: a first mode in which only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein the first and second signal are transmitted; or a first mode wherein only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein only the second signal is transmitted.Type: GrantFiled: August 20, 2020Date of Patent: May 23, 2023Assignee: Zipp Labs B. V.Inventors: Frederik Ekkel, Alfred Langerak
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Patent number: 11214403Abstract: A pallet has a deck, a skid and a plurality of blocks, spacing the skid from the deck. The blocks comprise spacer portions and sleeve portions, wherein the sleeve portions may extend above and below the spacer portions. The pallet constructed in this way can advantageously be made in any conventional size to meet the relevant norm or standard, while benefitting from the fact that the sleeve portions protect the edges of the deck and/or skid from impact. Furthermore, any impact imparted on the blocks is transmitted by the respective sleeve to the deck and/or skid. A logistic system is also described.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2020Date of Patent: January 4, 2022Assignee: Ahrma Holding B.V.Inventors: Erik de Bokx, Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20210055152Abstract: The present invention relates to a pallet, or like platform, for supporting a load to be lifted or lowered, comprising: a deck having a deck upper surface for placing the load thereon, a load sensor device, comprising a weighing element included in a measuring circuit, wherein the weighing element contacts the deck over a contact area such that the weighing element deforms in unity with the deck and an electrical property of the weighing element varies with the deformation of the weighing element.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2019Publication date: February 25, 2021Applicant: Ahrma Holding B.V.Inventor: Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20200382628Abstract: An alert device includes electronic circuitry and at least a first antenna. The circuitry is designed for sending out a first signal, for wireless communication with at least a first hand held communication device, and at least a second signal for wireless communication with at least a second hand held communication device. The second signal differs from the first signal, preferably in at least one of transmitting energy, transmitting frequency, coding and pulse length. The device includes a switch for switching between: a first mode in which only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein the first and second signal are transmitted; or a first mode wherein only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein only the second signal is transmitted.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2020Publication date: December 3, 2020Applicant: ZIPP LABS B.V.Inventors: Frederik EKKEL, Alfred LANGERAK
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Patent number: 10757235Abstract: Alert device comprising electronic circuitry and at least a first antenna, wherein the circuitry is designed for sending out a first signal, for wireless communication with at least a first hand held communication device, and at least a second signal for wireless communication with at least a second hand held communication device, wherein the second signal differs from the first signal, preferably in at least one of transmitting energy, transmitting frequency, coding and pulse length, wherein the device comprises a switch for switching between: —a first mode in which only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein the first and second signal are transmitted; or —a first mode wherein only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein only the second signal is transmitted.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2016Date of Patent: August 25, 2020Assignee: ZIPP LABS B.V.Inventors: Frederik Ekkel, Alfred Langerak
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Publication number: 20200165032Abstract: A pallet has a deck, a skid and a plurality of blocks, spacing the skid from the deck. The blocks comprise spacer portions and sleeve portions, wherein the sleeve portions may extend above and below the spacer portions. The pallet constructed in this way can advantageously be made in any conventional size to meet the relevant norm or standard, while benefitting from the fact that the sleeve portions protect the edges of the deck and/or skid from impact. Furthermore, any impact imparted on the blocks is transmitted by the respective sleeve to the deck and/or skid. A logistic system is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2020Publication date: May 28, 2020Applicant: Ahrma Holding B.V.Inventors: Erik de Bokx, Frederik Ekkel
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Patent number: 10549885Abstract: A pallet has a deck, a skid and a plurality of blocks, spacing the skid from the deck. The blocks comprise spacer portions and sleeve portions, wherein the sleeve portions may extend above and below the spacer portions. The deck and skid peripheral edges are cut away such that the deck and skid can be recessed with the blocks. The pallet constructed in this way can advantageously be made in any conventional size to meet the relevant norm or standard, while benefitting from the fact that the sleeve portions protect the edges of the deck and/or skid from impact. Furthermore, any impact imparted on the blocks is transmitted by the respective sleeve to the deck and/or skid. The elements of the pallet are connected without mechanical fasteners and the pallet can be easily repaired by removal and replacement of individual elements. A logistic system is also described.Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2017Date of Patent: February 4, 2020Assignee: Ahrma Holding B.V.Inventors: Erik de Bokx, Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20190168912Abstract: A pallet has a deck, a skid and a plurality of blocks, spacing the skid from the deck. The blocks comprise spacer portions and sleeve portions, wherein the sleeve portions may extend above and below the spacer portions. The deck and skid peripheral edges are cut away such that the deck and skid can be recessed with the blocks. The pallet constructed in this way can advantageously be made in any conventional size to meet the relevant norm or standard, while benefitting from the fact that the sleeve portions protect the edges of the deck and/or skid from impact. Furthermore, any impact imparted on the blocks is transmitted by the respective sleeve to the deck and/or skid. The elements of the pallet are connected without mechanical fasteners and the pallet can be easily repaired by removal and replacement of individual elements. A logistic system is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2017Publication date: June 6, 2019Applicant: Ahrma Holding B.V.Inventors: Erik de Bokx, Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20180234531Abstract: Alert device comprising electronic circuitry and at least a first antenna, wherein the circuitry is designed for sending out a first signal, for wireless communication with at least a first hand held communication device, and at least a second signal for wireless communication with at least a second hand held communication device, wherein the second signal differs from the first signal, preferably in at least one of transmitting energy, transmitting frequency, coding and pulse length, wherein the device comprises a switch for switching between:—a first mode in which only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein the first and second signal are transmitted; or—a first mode wherein only the first signal is transmitted and a second mode wherein only the second signal is transmitted.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2016Publication date: August 16, 2018Applicant: ZIPP LABS B.V.Inventors: Frederik EKKEL, Alfred LANGERAK
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Publication number: 20170193442Abstract: Delivery system, including a delivery vehicle and/or a delivery person designated to said vehicle provided with a first communication system, at least one addressee provided with a second communication system, a computer system for providing data from a database to the first communication system formed by or including data about the at least one addressee, a proximity detection system including at least one beacon at a delivery address of the addressee, for communicating wireless with the first communication system when part of the first communication system is within a wireless communication range of said at least one beacon; and wherein at least one of the second communication system or the computer system is designed for communicating with the first communication system for providing an alternative delivery address for the delivery.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2015Publication date: July 6, 2017Applicant: ZZipp Labs B.V.Inventors: Frederik Ekkel, Alfred Langerak
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Patent number: 7562128Abstract: A set top box (STB) is marketed together with a programmable remote. The remote has a dedicated button to connect the STB to a specific server on the Internet. The consumer can notify the server of his/her other CE equipment, which he/she desires to be controllable through the same remote as the one that came with the STB. The server downloads to the STB data representative of the relevant control codes. The STB is provided with means to program the remote with these codes. In return the server has obtained detailed and accurate information about this consumer's equipment. A reliable customer base can thus be built for streamlining Help Desk operations.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2000Date of Patent: July 14, 2009Assignee: Philips Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Franciscus Cornelis Caris, Frederik Ekkel, Thomas James Dubil
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Patent number: 6774813Abstract: A universal programmable remote is programmed for being used with a specific apparatus. A sequence of test codes is sent to the apparatus until the apparatus responds. The test codes comprise tags that are sent along. The tags fall all within a same narrow frequency band. An STB that is eavesdropping on the transmission is receptive to that band. The STB identifies the last tag and enables a server to identify the complete set of codes for the apparatus based on the tag. Thereupon the set is downloaded and programmed in the remote.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2001Date of Patent: August 10, 2004Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Jan van Ee, Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20030085928Abstract: A business model is provided for the sharing of the real estate of a graphical user interface for the representation of third party's applications available on a device controlled through the graphical user interface. A control user interface element is displayed on the graphical user interface in association with the application. The provider of the application is charged based on the duration of the display of the element in association with the application.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2001Publication date: May 8, 2003Applicant: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventors: Frederik Ekkel, Peter Joseph Swillens
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Publication number: 20030026270Abstract: A CE consumer apparatus, e.g., an STB is a gateway between a home network and an external data network The STB has an access point device for the home network. The access point device has a first functionality that enables broadband wireless RF data communication to the home network; and the access point device has a second functionality that serves as a user-interface. Because of the latter, the user will position the device in such as way that RF communication is not hampered by nearby obstacles.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2001Publication date: February 6, 2003Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventor: Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20020140569Abstract: A universal programmable remote is programmed for being used with a specific apparatus. A sequence of test codes is sent to the apparatus until the apparatus responds. The test codes comprise tags that are sent along. The tags fall all within a same narrow frequency band. An STB that is eavesdropping on the transmission is receptive to that band. The STB identifies the last tag and enables a server to identify the complete set of codes for the apparatus based on the tag. Thereupon the set is downloaded and programmed in the remote.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2001Publication date: October 3, 2002Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventors: Jan van Ee, Frederik Ekkel
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Patent number: 6448895Abstract: A personal security device includes a motion sensor, such as a MEMS chip. In response to a characteristic motion pattern, especially acceleration of a car, the security device will trigger a consequence. The consequence might be an audible or visible alarm. Optionally the device may communicate with the engine to direct it to take some action, such as stopping or exploding air bags.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2001Date of Patent: September 10, 2002Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.Inventor: Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20020118110Abstract: A personal security device includes a motion sensor, such as a MEMS chip. In response to a characteristic motion pattern, especially acceleration of a car, the security device will trigger a consequence. The consequence might be an audible or visible alarm. Optionally the device may communicate with the engine to direct it to take some action, such as stopping or exploding air bags.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Applicant: (Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. )Inventor: Frederik Ekkel
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Publication number: 20010037360Abstract: A method provides a traveler access to a repository over an information network by means of an access point apparatus located at a transit terminal. The traveler can download information content hosted on the repository for off-line viewing. The downloaded information content is stored on a mobile storage medium. The storage medium is given to the traveler and may be used later by the traveler to access the data, when traveling for example. The information content may also be downloaded onto a storage medium being an onboard component of a means of transportation. The traveler accesses the information network using a device provided at an assigned traveling location.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2001Publication date: November 1, 2001Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.Inventor: Frederik Ekkel