Patents by Inventor Glenn Friedman
Glenn Friedman 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: 11162964Abstract: One embodiment provides a method of automatically aligning an indexing machine with a robotic end effector including: inserting, using a robotic arm, a hunting tool into an aperture, the hunting tool comprising a pressure sensitive tip; detecting, using a plurality of sensing beams, a first location of the hunting tool within the aperture; rotating, using the robotic arm, the hunting tool 180 degrees; detecting, using the plurality of sensing beams, a second location of the hunting tool within the aperture; calculating a runout magnitude and a runout direction based on the first location, the second location, and the robotic arm; inserting, using the robotic arm, the hunting tool into a target; determining, using the pressure sensitive tip, a location of the hunting tool with respect to the target; and thereafter, adjusting the location of the hunting tool with respect to the aperture and target based on said determined location and said calculated runout magnitude and direction.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2017Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventor: Glenn Friedman
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Publication number: 20190234984Abstract: One embodiment provides a method of automatically aligning an indexing machine with a robotic end effector including: inserting, using a robotic arm, a hunting tool into an aperture, the hunting tool comprising a pressure sensitive tip; detecting, using a plurality of sensing beams, a first location of the hunting tool within the aperture; rotating, using the robotic arm, the hunting tool 180 degrees; detecting, using the plurality of sensing beams, a second location of the hunting tool within the aperture; calculating a runout magnitude and a runout direction based on the first location, the second location, and the robotic arm; inserting, using the robotic arm, the hunting tool into a target; determining, using the pressure sensitive tip, a location of the hunting tool with respect to the target; and thereafter, adjusting the location of the hunting tool with respect to the aperture and target based on said determined location and said calculated runout magnitude and direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2017Publication date: August 1, 2019Applicant: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventor: Glenn FRIEDMAN
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Patent number: 9423409Abstract: An articulated sample rack apparatus is disclosed. In one aspect, the articulated sample rack apparatus has a plurality of coupled rack components wherein at least some of the rack components have a receptacle having a bottom to receive a sample container, the rack having free ends and at least one hinge allowing articulation between at least some of the rack components. Conveyor systems and methods to convey sample racks are provided, as are other aspects.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2013Date of Patent: August 23, 2016Assignee: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventor: Glenn Friedman
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Patent number: 9110457Abstract: Disclosed are systems and apparatus adapted to aid in calibration of an offset position—between a position sensor and an end effector in a processing system. The system includes a robotic component having an end effector and a position sensor coupled thereto, a teach target having a first geometrical feature, and an offset tool adapted to be engaged by the end effector, the offset tool including a first docking feature. The system further includes a moveable offset target having a second docking feature adapted to be engaged by the first docking feature and a second geometrical feature adapted to be sensed by the position sensor. The end effector moves the offset tool to the offset target and docks them. A position of the teach target and the offset target may then be sensed with the position sensor to determine an actual offset of the end effector with respect to the position sensor. Methods of operating the system are provided, as are other aspects.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2011Date of Patent: August 18, 2015Assignee: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Glenn Friedman, Thomas Creazzo, Chris Beliveau
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Publication number: 20150101911Abstract: An articulated sample rack apparatus is disclosed. In one aspect, the articulated sample rack apparatus has a plurality of coupled rack components wherein at least some of the rack components have a receptacle having a bottom to receive a sample container, the rack having free ends and at least one hinge allowing articulation between at least some of the rack components. Conveyor systems and methods to convey sample racks are provided, as are other aspects.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2013Publication date: April 16, 2015Applicant: SIEMENS HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSTICS INC.Inventor: Glenn Friedman
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Publication number: 20130096718Abstract: Disclosed are systems and apparatus adapted to aid in calibration of an offset position—between a position sensor and an end effector in a processing system. The system includes a robotic component having an end effector and a position sensor coupled thereto, a teach target having a first geometrical feature, and an offset tool adapted to be engaged by the end effector, the offset tool including a first docking feature. The system further includes a moveable offset target having a second docking feature adapted to be engaged by the first docking feature and a second geometrical feature adapted to be sensed by the position sensor. The end effector moves the offset tool to the offset target and docks them. A position of the teach target and the offset target may then be sensed with the position sensor to determine an actual offset of the end effector with respect to the position sensor. Methods of operating the system are provided, as are other aspects.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2011Publication date: April 18, 2013Applicant: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Diagnostics Inc.,Inventors: Glenn Friedman, Thomas Creazzo, Chris Beliveau
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Patent number: 7589119Abstract: This invention relates to Benzopyranone Compounds, compositions comprising a Benzopyranone Compound and methods for treating or preventing cancer or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell or neoplastic cell comprising administering an effective amount of a Benzopyranone Compound. The Benzopyranone Compounds have the formula: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is halogen, trifluoromethyl or C1-6 alkyl.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2008Date of Patent: September 15, 2009Assignee: Signal Pharmaceutical, LLCInventors: Glenn Friedman, Jeffrey McKie, Jonathan Wright, Sophie Perrin-Ninkovic, Bernd M. Stein
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Publication number: 20080146648Abstract: This invention relates to Benzopyranone Compounds, compositions comprising a Benzopyranone Compound and methods for treating or preventing cancer or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell or neoplastic cell comprising administering an effective amount of a Benzopyranone Compound. The Benzopyranone Compounds have the formula: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is halogen, trifluoromethyl or C1-6 alkyl.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2008Publication date: June 19, 2008Applicant: Signal Pharmaceuticals, LLC.Inventors: Glenn Friedman, Jeffrey McKie, Jonathan Wright, Sophie Perrin-Ninkovic, Bernd M. Stein
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Patent number: 7358274Abstract: This invention relates to Benzopyranone Compounds, compositions comprising a Benzopyranone Compound and methods for treating or preventing cancer or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell or neoplastic cell comprising administering an effective amount of a Benzopyranone Compound. The Benzopyranone Compounds have the formula: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is halogen, trifluoromethyl or C1-6 alkyl.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2006Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Signal Pharmaceuticals, LLCInventors: Glenn Friedman, Jeffrey McKie, Jonathan Wright, Sophie Perrin-Ninkovic, Bernd M. Stein
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Publication number: 20060194866Abstract: This invention relates to Benzopyranone Compounds, compositions comprising a Benzopyranone Compound and methods for treating or preventing cancer or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell or neoplastic cell comprising administering an effective amount of a Benzopyranone Compound. The Benzopyranone Compounds have the formula: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is halogen, trifluoromethyl or C1-6 alkyl.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2006Publication date: August 31, 2006Inventors: Glenn Friedman, Jeffrey McKie, Jonathan Wright, Sophie Perrin-Ninkovic, Bernd Stein
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Publication number: 20060182605Abstract: An apparatus and method of transferring and loading a reticle onto a receiving station (for example, a reticle exposure stage). The reticle is first retrieved from a storage facility with an end effector having a reticle plate coupled to a mounting plate. The mounting plate connects the end effector to a robotic arm. The reticle is aligned in an out-of-plane position in an off-line alignment station. The alignment is in compliance with the alignment requirement at the receiving station. The reticle is mounted onto the reticle plate after undergoing the alignment at the off-line alignment station. The reticle is then transferred from the off-line alignment station to the receiving station while maintaining the previous alignment at the off-line alignment station. The apparatus further provides rigidity of the mounted reticle to ensure compliance with the alignment requirement at the receiving station.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2006Publication date: August 17, 2006Applicant: ASML Holding N.V.Inventors: Glenn Friedman, Peter Kochersperger, Joseph Laganza
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Patent number: 7091235Abstract: This invention relates to Benzopyranone Compounds, compositions comprising a Benzopyranone Compound and methods for treating or preventing cancer or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell or neoplastic cell comprising administering an effective amount of a Benzopyranone Compound. The Benzopyranone Compounds have the formula: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1 is halogen, trifluoromethyl or C1-6 alkyl.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2003Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: Signal Pharmaceuticals, LLCInventors: Glenn Friedman, Jeffrey McKie, Jonathan Wright, Sophie Perrin-Ninkovic, Bernd M. Stein
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Publication number: 20060078407Abstract: A substrate protection and transport system and method for transitioning a substrate from atmospheric pressure to vacuum in a lithography tool. The system includes one or more removable substrate transport cassettes that support a substrate. The cassette can include a base portion and top portion, and can include a seal. Each cassette has at least one vent and at least one filter. The system further includes a box having a base and lid. The box holds one or more cassette-substrate arrangements. A storage rack having shelves for holding the box-cassette-substrate arrangement is also provided. Further, an entry-exit module having a loadlock is provided for transitioning the cassette-substrate arrangement from atmospheric pressure to vacuum. The entry-exit module can include a shuttle and/or elevator for transporting the cassette-substrate arrangement.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2005Publication date: April 13, 2006Applicant: ASML Holding N.V.Inventors: Santiago del Puerto, Michael DeMarco, Glenn Friedman, Jorge Ivaldi, James McClay
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Publication number: 20040225005Abstract: This invention relates to Benzopyranone Compounds, compositions comprising a Benzopyranone Compound and methods for treating or preventing cancer or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell or neoplastic cell comprising administering an effective amount of a Benzopyranone Compound.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2003Publication date: November 11, 2004Inventors: Glenn Friedman, Jeffrey McKie, Jonathan Wright, Sophie Perrin-Ninkovic, Bernd M. Stein
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Publication number: 20030031545Abstract: A reticle protection and transport system and method for a lithography tool. The system includes an indexer that stores a plurality of reticles and a removable reticle cassette. The removable reticle cassette is comprised of an inner chamber and an outer chamber. The system further includes an end effector coupled to a robotic arm. The end effector engages one of the plurality of reticles to enable the reticle to be positioned within the removable reticle cassette and thereafter transported. The system further includes a seal, coupled to the end effector and the robotic arm. To transport the reticle, the reticle is first loaded onto the end effector. Next, the end effector is used to create an arrangement wherein the reticle is loaded into the removable reticle cassette. Importantly, the reticle and removable reticle cassette do not come into contact with one another.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2001Publication date: February 13, 2003Applicant: Silicon Valley Group, Inc.Inventors: Michael DeMarco, Glenn Friedman, Jorge Ivaldi, James McClay
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Patent number: 4470654Abstract: An interfitting conductive collar and latch probe assembly for securely connecting a conductor, such as a wire or cable, to the post of a power source, such as a battery terminal. The assembly relies upon spring force and detent arrangements to permit installation and removal quickly, by hand, without need of a tool.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 1982Date of Patent: September 11, 1984Assignee: Burndy CorporationInventor: Glenn Friedman