Patents by Inventor George Feldstein
George Feldstein 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: 10920491Abstract: A control system is disclosed that includes a room controller transmitting signals to both a shade control network and a light control network, directing that motorized roller shades and dimmable lights be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer running user interface software may be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2019Date of Patent: February 16, 2021Inventor: George Feldstein
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Patent number: 10400937Abstract: An adjustable monitor stand that can hold a monitor includes a carrier, a base, and a low friction insert. First and second channel insertion portions extend from a curved lower surface of the low friction insert. Each has outer walls to be received by and fixedly engage with first and second base channels formed in a curved upper surface of the base, respectively, to prevent movement of the low friction insert with respect to the base. The first and second channel insertion portions each have inner walls to receive first and second protrusions extending from a curved lower surface of the carrier, respectively, and permit the carrier to be moved about a non-vertical axis as the first and second protrusions slide along the inner walls. The first and second protrusions of the carrier also form a frictional engagement with the inner walls of the first and second channel insertion portions.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2018Date of Patent: September 3, 2019Assignee: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventors: Howard Balch, Fred Bargetzi, Wendy Feldstein, Dhirendra Patel, Dan Previti, William Rehak, George Feldstein
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Patent number: 10358869Abstract: A control system is disclosed that includes a room controller transmitting signals to both a shade control network and a light control network, directing that motorized roller shades and dimmable lights be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer running user interface software may be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2016Date of Patent: July 23, 2019Assignee: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventor: George Feldstein
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Publication number: 20190203532Abstract: A control system is disclosed that includes a room controller transmitting signals to both a shade control network and a light control network, directing that motorized roller shades and dimmable lights be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer running user interface software may be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2019Publication date: July 4, 2019Inventor: George Feldstein
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Publication number: 20190086023Abstract: An adjustable monitor stand that can hold a monitor includes a carrier, a base, and a low friction insert. First and second channel insertion portions extend from a curved lower surface of the low friction insert. Each has outer walls to be received by and fixedly engage with first and second base channels formed in a curved upper surface of the base, respectively, to prevent movement of the low friction insert with respect to the base. The first and second channel insertion portions each have inner walls to receive first and second protrusions extending from a curved lower surface of the carrier, respectively, and permit the carrier to be moved about a non-vertical axis as the first and second protrusions slide along the inner walls. The first and second protrusions of the carrier also form a frictional engagement with the inner walls of the first and second channel insertion portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2018Publication date: March 21, 2019Applicant: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventors: Howard Balch, Fred Bargetzi, Wendy Feldstein, Dhirendra Patel, Dan Previti, William Rehak, George Feldstein
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Patent number: 10202801Abstract: A control system is disclosed that includes a room controller transmitting signals to both a shade control network and a light control network, directing that motorized roller shades and dimmable lights be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer running user-interface software can be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2016Date of Patent: February 12, 2019Assignee: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventor: George Feldstein
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Patent number: 10132442Abstract: A monitor stand for use in holding and maintaining a position of a monitor comprising a carrier adapted to removably and fixedly hold a monitor, the carrier including first and second trapezoidal shaped cubic mounting protrusions on a bottommost portion of the carrier, and wherein the carrier is further adapted to rotate between a first angular placement and a second angular placement, a base enclosure adapted to provide a substantially stable platform to hold the monitor in an upright condition and to provide a frictional engagement against which the carrier can rotate, the base enclosure including first and second base enclosure channels, a low friction insert adapted to be inserted between the carrier and the base enclosure and which is part of the frictional engagement of the base enclosure, the low friction insert including a first and second channel insertion portions adapted to fit into the first and second base enclosure channels respectively, and wherein the first and second trapezoidal shaped cubicType: GrantFiled: July 17, 2015Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: CRESTRON ELECTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Howard Balch, Fred Bargetzi, Wendy Feldstein, Dhirendra Patel, Dan Previti, William Rahek, George Feldstein
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Patent number: 9874942Abstract: Presented is a control system for augmenting a portable touch screen device having integral processing capability. The control system includes an enclosure configured for encasing the portable touch screen device, an internal docking connector configured for communicatively mating with the portable touch screen device, and hard buttons. At least one of the hard buttons is functionally configured for use with an application program running on the portable touch screen device. The control system includes further includes a processor configured for converting button actuations into a digital format, and a first facility for communicating the digital format to the portable touch screen device via the internal docking connector. The application program is configured such that, during operation, the application program communicates the status of the one hard button to at least one external device.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2015Date of Patent: January 23, 2018Assignee: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventors: George Feldstein, Mark Labosco, Brian Fagan
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Publication number: 20170356243Abstract: A control system is disclosed that includes a room controller transmitting signals to both a shade control network and a light control network, directing that motorized roller shades and dimmable lights be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer running user-interface software can be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2016Publication date: December 14, 2017Inventor: George Feldstein
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Publication number: 20170241200Abstract: A control system is disclosed that includes a room controller transmitting signals to both a shade control network and a light control network, directing that motorized roller shades and dimmable lights be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer running user interface software may be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2016Publication date: August 24, 2017Inventor: George Feldstein
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Patent number: 9575505Abstract: Presented is an under-cabinet mounted control system for a portable touch screen device. The control system includes a processor configured for providing an interface between the portable touch screen device and one or more remote systems, and a mounting bracket configured to be mounted under a cabinet, shelf, table, or counter. The control system further includes a touch screen mounting member moveably coupled to the mounting bracket. The touch screen mounting member is configured to releasably hold the portable touch screen device. The control system further includes a docking connector configured for electrically mating with the portable touch screen device and establishing electrical communication between the processor and the portable touch screen device, and a communication means configured for establishing communication between the processor the one or more remote systems.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2012Date of Patent: February 21, 2017Assignee: Creston Electronics, Inc.Inventors: George Feldstein, Jeffrey Ausfeld
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Publication number: 20170016569Abstract: A monitor stand for use in holding and maintaining a position of a monitor comprising a carrier adapted to removably and fixedly hold a monitor, the carrier including first and second trapezoidal shaped cubic mounting protrusions on a bottommost portion of the carrier, and wherein the carrier is further adapted to rotate between a first angular placement and a second angular placement, a base enclosure adapted to provide a substantially stable platform to hold the monitor in an upright condition and to provide a frictional engagement against which the carrier can rotate, the base enclosure including first and second base enclosure channels, a low friction insert adapted to be inserted between the carrier and the base enclosure and which is part of the frictional engagement of the base enclosure, the low friction insert including a first and second channel insertion portions adapted to fit into the first and second base enclosure channels respectively, and wherein the first and second trapezoidal shaped cubicType: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2015Publication date: January 19, 2017Applicant: CRESTRON ELECTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Howard Balch, Fred Bargetzi, Wendy Feldstein, Dhirendra Patel, Dan Previti, William Rakek, George Feldstein
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Patent number: 9475673Abstract: A mechanism for storing a length of cord that includes a first and second pair of pulleys mounted at opposite ends of a frame. An intermediate section of a cord is stored in the frame and has one end of the stored section fixed to the frame, with the other end extending from the frame. The stored cord section is at least partially wound over the pair of pulleys, and one pair of pulleys is slidably mounted for motion toward the other pair of pulleys. A damper is coupled to one of the second pair of pulleys, which engages the pulley to rotate about an axis to dampen the rotary motion of one of the second pair of pulleys in such a manner that the intermediate storage section is in tension during retraction and withdrawal.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2015Date of Patent: October 25, 2016Assignee: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventors: George Feldstein, Michael Campagna, Dana Arose
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Patent number: 9405395Abstract: Presented is a wall-mounted control system for a portable touch screen device. The control system includes a housing, a touch screen mounting member moveably coupled to the housing and configured to releasably hold the portable touch screen device, a processor configured for providing an interface between the portable touch screen device and one or more remote systems, a docking connector configured for electrically mating with the portable touch screen device and establishing electrical communication between the processor and the portable touch screen device, and a communication circuitry configured for establishing communication between the processor the one or more remote systems.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2011Date of Patent: August 2, 2016Assignee: Crestron Electronics, Inc.Inventors: George Feldstein, Mark Labosco, Timothy Wickham
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Patent number: 9407074Abstract: A mounting assembly is configured for mounting electronics in a ceiling or wall without requiring access to interior portions of the ceiling or wall. The mounting assembly comprises a collar, at least two arms and at least two threaded screws. The collar fits around and attaches to the electronics housing. The at least two arms are each independently compressed to engage the ceiling and are coupled to the collar to support the collar in the ceiling.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2012Date of Patent: August 2, 2016Assignee: CRESTON ELECTRONICS, INC.Inventors: William Cowles, Wendy Feldstein, George Feldstein, Thomas Mans
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Patent number: 9407033Abstract: A touch screen device includes an electric power receptacle configured for being spill resistant. The electric power receptacle provides a fluidly isolated environment for each contact thereby allowing the electric power receptacle to pass a dielectric withstand test.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2015Date of Patent: August 2, 2016Assignee: Crestron Electronics Inc.Inventors: Kian-Mun Kong, George Feldstein, Wendy Feldstein, Dhirendra Patel, Sanjay Upasani
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Patent number: 9366082Abstract: A control system (700) is disclosed that includes a room controller (704) transmitting signals to both a shade control network (716) and a light control network (718), directing that motorized roller shades (106) and dimmable lights (714) be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub (710) that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer (414) running user interface software may be connected to the system to facilitate programing.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2014Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Inventor: George Feldstein
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Patent number: 9272876Abstract: A cable retractor for releasing and retracting an application cable. a cable retractor comprises a base; a spool having sides, the spool rotatably secured to the base to permit the application cable to be wrapped around the spool; a mandrel disposed concentrically within the spool, the mandrel being rotationally secured to the base to prevent axial rotation of the mandrel relative to the base; and the mandrel further having a recessed groove running lengthwise, and an internal cable having an outer connector and inner connector, the outer connector being connected through the spool to one end of the application cable, and the inner connector being exposed at one end of the mandrel from within the recessed groove.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2013Date of Patent: March 1, 2016Assignee: Crestron Electronics Inc.Inventors: Krunoslav Draganovic, George Feldstein
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Patent number: 9267327Abstract: A control system (700) is disclosed that includes a room controller (704) transmitting signals to both a shade control network (716) and a light control network (718), directing that motorized roller shades (106) and dimmable lights (714) be set to desired intensity levels. The control system further includes an intelligent hub (710) that provides a trickle-charge re-charge current via power-over-Ethernet cables to batteries associated with each of the motorized roller shades for re-charging the batteries, thereby eliminating power supplies being installed within walls. The intelligent hub provides for communication with the room controller based on streaming protocol and with the shade control network based on event-based protocol. A computer (414) running user interface software may be connected to the system to facilitate programming.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2014Date of Patent: February 23, 2016Assignee: Crestron Electronics Inc.Inventor: George Feldstein
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Patent number: D784331Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2016Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Inventors: Howard Balch, Fred Bargetzi, Wendy Feldstein, Dhirendra Patel, Dan Previti, William Rahek, George Feldstein