Patents by Inventor Graham B. Erickson

Graham B. Erickson 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).

  • Patent number: 8585202
    Abstract: The contrast sensitivity of an individual may be tested and/or trained using a plurality of circular contrast zones. The individual may select the circular contrast zone having a different degree of contrast than the other circular contrast zones. For example, the individual may select the circular contrast zone having the highest or lowest contrast of a displayed plurality of circular contrast zones. A plurality of circular contrast zones may be displayed with a spatial arrangement that facilitates inputting a selection of one of the plurality by the individual. A variety of input devices may be used to receive a selection from an individual. Both the accuracy and speed of an individual's contrast sensitivity may be tested and/or trained in accordance with the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2013
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow, Herb Yoo
  • Patent number: 8491119
    Abstract: An anaglyphic image presentation system is provided to evaluate and train a user's depth perception abilities. In embodiments, anaglyphic image target components are presented to a user on a display device. The image target components are then viewed by the user through a set of transmission filter lenses. The transmission filter lenses present and block one or more target components based on the peak wavelength transmission associated with each lens. As a result, a user perceives an anaglyphic target image that is resultant from the perceived image target components when viewed through the transmission filter lenses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Karl Citek, Graham B. Erickson, Herb Yoo
  • Patent number: 8342685
    Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's visual perception span and/or speed are provided. More specifically, a method may include testing/training various aspects of the subject's visual perception span/speed through the use of assessments that test the subject's ability to receive and retain information that is flashed in front of them. By using various assessments, an efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be subjected to such a method of testing/training comprising: presenting one or more two-dimensional representations to the subject at a first time; receiving input responses from the subject at a second time; and processing the received input responses to provide a measure of the perception span of the subject; and processing the time between the first time and the second time to provide a measure of the perception speed of the subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Herb Yoo, Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow
  • Publication number: 20120154745
    Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's visual perception span and/or speed are provided. More specifically, a method may include testing/training various aspects of the subject's visual perception span/speed through the use of assessments that test the subject's ability to receive and retain information that is flashed in front of them. By using various assessments, an efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be subjected to such a method of testing/training comprising: presenting one or more two-dimensional representations to the subject at a first time; receiving input responses from the subject at a second time; and processing the received input responses to provide a measure of the perception span of the subject; and processing the time between the first time and the second time to provide a measure of the perception speed of the subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Herb Yoo, Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow
  • Publication number: 20120154744
    Abstract: The contrast sensitivity of an individual may be tested and/or trained using a plurality of circular contrast zones. The individual may select the circular contrast zone having a different degree of contrast than the other circular contrast zones. For example, the individual may select the circular contrast zone having the highest or lowest contrast of a displayed plurality of circular contrast zones. A plurality of circular contrast zones may be displayed with a spatial arrangement that facilitates inputting a selection of one of the plurality by the individual. A variety of input devices may be used to receive a selection from an individual. Both the accuracy and speed of an individual's contrast sensitivity may be tested and/or trained in accordance with the present invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow, Herb Yoo
  • Patent number: 8136943
    Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's visual perception span and/or speed are provided. More specifically, a method may include testing/training various aspects of the subject's visual perception span/speed through the use of assessments that test the subject's ability to receive and retain information that is flashed in front of them. By using various assessments, an efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be subjected to such a method of testing/training comprising: presenting one or more two-dimensional representations to the subject at a first time; receiving input responses from the subject at a second time; and processing the received input responses to provide a measure of the perception span of the subject; and processing the time between the first time and the second time to provide a measure of the perception speed of the subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2012
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Herb Yoo, Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow
  • Patent number: 8132910
    Abstract: The contrast sensitivity of an individual may be tested and/or trained using a plurality of circular contrast zones. The individual may select the circular contrast zone having a different degree of contrast than the other circular contrast zones. For example, the individual may select the circular contrast zone having the highest or lowest contrast of a displayed plurality of circular contrast zones. A plurality of circular contrast zones may be displayed with a spatial arrangement that facilitates inputting a selection of one of the plurality by the individual. A variety of input devices may be used to receive a selection from an individual. Both the accuracy and speed of an individual's contrast sensitivity may be tested and/or trained in accordance with the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2012
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow, Herb Yoo
  • Publication number: 20110304818
    Abstract: An anaglyphic image presentation system is provided to evaluate and train a user's depth perception abilities. In embodiments, anaglyphic image target components are presented to a user on a display device. The image target components are then viewed by the user through a set of transmission filter lenses. The transmission filter lenses present and block one or more target components based on the peak wavelength transmission associated with each lens. As a result, a user perceives an anaglyphic target image that is resultant from the perceived image target components when viewed through the transmission filter lenses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2011
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Karl Citek, Graham B. Erickson, Herb Yoo
  • Patent number: 8002408
    Abstract: An anaglyphic image presentation system is provided to evaluate and train a user's depth perception abilities. In embodiments, anaglyphic image target components are presented to a user on a display device. The image target components are then viewed by the user through a set of transmission filter lenses. The transmission filter lenses present and block one or more target components based on the peak wavelength transmission associated with each lens. As a result, a user perceives an anaglyphic target image that is resultant from the perceived image target components when viewed through the transmission filter lenses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2011
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Karl Citek, Graham B. Erickson, Herb Yoo
  • Publication number: 20110187994
    Abstract: The contrast sensitivity of an individual may be tested and/or trained using a plurality of circular contrast zones. The individual may select the circular contrast zone having a different degree of contrast than the other circular contrast zones. For example, the individual may select the circular contrast zone having the highest or lowest contrast of a displayed plurality of circular contrast zones. A plurality of circular contrast zones may be displayed with a spatial arrangement that facilitates inputting a selection of one of the plurality by the individual. A variety of input devices may be used to receive a selection from an individual. Both the accuracy and speed of an individual's contrast sensitivity may be tested and/or trained in accordance with the present invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2011
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Applicant: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow, Herb Yoo
  • Patent number: 7980693
    Abstract: An anaglyphic image presentation system is provided to evaluate and train a user's depth perception abilities. In embodiments, anaglyphic image target components are presented to a user on a display device. The image target components are then viewed by the user through a set of transmission filter lenses. The transmission filter lenses present and block one or more target components based on the peak wavelength transmission associated with each lens. As a result, a user perceives an anaglyphic target image that is resultant from the perceived image target components when viewed through the transmission filter lenses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2011
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Karl Citek, Graham B. Erickson
  • Patent number: 7942525
    Abstract: The contrast sensitivity of an individual may be tested and/or trained using a plurality of circular contrast zones. The individual may select the circular contrast zone having a different degree of contrast than the other circular contrast zones. For example, the individual may select the circular contrast zone having the highest or lowest contrast of a displayed plurality of circular contrast zones. A plurality of circular contrast zones may be displayed with a spatial arrangement that facilitates inputting a selection of one of the plurality by the individual. A variety of input devices may be used to receive a selection from an individual. Both the accuracy and speed of an individual's contrast sensitivity may be tested and/or trained in accordance with the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow, Herb Yoo
  • Publication number: 20110025976
    Abstract: An anaglyphic image presentation system is provided to evaluate and train a user's depth perception abilities. In embodiments, anaglyphic image target components are presented to a user on a display device. The image target components are then viewed by the user through a set of transmission filter lenses. The transmission filter lenses present and block one or more target components based on the peak wavelength transmission associated with each lens. As a result, a user perceives an anaglyphic target image that is resultant from the perceived image target components when viewed through the transmission filter lenses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 1, 2009
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Applicant: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Karl Citek, Graham B. Erickson, Herb Yoo
  • Publication number: 20110025975
    Abstract: An anaglyphic image presentation system is provided to evaluate and train a user's depth perception abilities. In embodiments, anaglyphic image target components are presented to a user on a display device. The image target components are then viewed by the user through a set of transmission filter lenses. The transmission filter lenses present and block one or more target components based on the peak wavelength transmission associated with each lens. As a result, a user perceives an anaglyphic target image that is resultant from the perceived image target components when viewed through the transmission filter lenses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2009
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Karl Citek, Graham B. Erickson
  • Publication number: 20110007267
    Abstract: The contrast sensitivity of an individual may be tested and/or trained using a plurality of circular contrast zones. The individual may select the circular contrast zone having a different degree of contrast than the other circular contrast zones. For example, the individual may select the circular contrast zone having the highest or lowest contrast of a displayed plurality of circular contrast zones. A plurality of circular contrast zones may be displayed with a spatial arrangement that facilitates inputting a selection of one of the plurality by the individual. A variety of input devices may be used to receive a selection from an individual. Both the accuracy and speed of an individual's contrast sensitivity may be tested and/or trained in accordance with the present invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2009
    Publication date: January 13, 2011
    Applicant: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow, Herb Yoo
  • Publication number: 20110007268
    Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's visual perception span and/or speed are provided. More specifically, a method may include testing/training various aspects of the subject's visual perception span/speed through the use of assessments that test the subject's ability to receive and retain information that is flashed in front of them. By using various assessments, an efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be subjected to such a method of testing/training comprising: presenting one or more two-dimensional representations to the subject at a first time; receiving input responses from the subject at a second time; and processing the received input responses to provide a measure of the perception span of the subject; and processing the time between the first time and the second time to provide a measure of the perception speed of the subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2009
    Publication date: January 13, 2011
    Applicant: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Herb Yoo, Graham B. Erickson, Alan W. Reichow