Patents by Inventor Jack E. Caveney

Jack E. Caveney 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).

  • Methods and apparatus for measuring insertion loss in a fiber optic cable connection
    Patent number: 8172470
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for measuring the insertion loss of a fiber optic connection is provided. The invention generally comprises a light source providing light to a test connector which contains a juncture of two fiber optic cables. The test connector has one or more opaque portions surrounding the fiber optic juncture. A pyrometer or other heat detection means is then used to measure any temperature increase as a result of light scattered into the opaque portions of the test connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Brett Lane
  • Physical Layer Management Using RFID Modules and Common Mode Signaling
    Publication number: 20120068830
    Abstract: An intelligent network patch field management system is provided that includes active electronic hardware, firmware, mechanical assemblies, cables, and software that guide, monitor, and report on the process of connecting and disconnecting patch cords plugs in an interconnect or cross-connect patching environment. RFID tag integrated chips are used in some embodiments of the system to allow for detection of patch cord insertion and removal at switch ports. RFID tags may also be used to detect users and control access to the network based on the users' levels of authorization. Network access can also be controlled at the outlet jack level. The system is capable of monitoring patch cord connections to detect insertions or removals of patch cords or plugs. In addition, the system can map entire networks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2010
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar
  • Modular Cable Termination Plug
    Publication number: 20120058689
    Abstract: The invention is a modular cable termination plug having a conductor divider having an entrant barb and a plurality of divider channels, a load bar having a plurality of through holes and a plurality of slots, and a plurality of contact terminals. Additionally, the invention may include a housing, a strain relief collar and a strain relief boot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2011
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Michael V. Doorhy, David A. Dylkiewicz, Jason J. German, Nicholas G. Martino
  • Cross connect patch guidance system
    Patent number: 8128428
    Abstract: An intelligent network patch field management system and specialized cross-connect cable are provided to help guide, monitor, and report on the process of connecting and disconnecting patch cords plugs in a cross-connect patching environment. The system is also capable of monitoring patch cord connections to detect insertions or removals of patch cords or plugs. The cross-connect cable is provided with LED's in both of the cable plugs. When only one plug of the cross-connect cable is plugged into a port, the LED associated with that plug is switched out of the circuit, while the LED in the unplugged plug remains in the circuit and can still be illuminated by the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • PHYSICAL LAYER MANAGEMENT FOR INTERCONNECT CONFIGURATIONS USING RFID CHIP TECHNOLOGY
    Publication number: 20120045928
    Abstract: An intelligent physical layer management system is provided that includes active electronic hardware, firmware, mechanical assemblies, cables, and software that guide, monitor, and report on the process of connecting and disconnecting patch cords plugs in an interconnect patching environment. RFID tag integrated chips are used to identify which switch port a patch cord is plugged into. The system is capable of monitoring patch cord connections to detect insertions or removals of patch cords or plugs. In addition, the system can map the patch field in interconnect configurations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2010
    Publication date: February 23, 2012
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • Communication jack having layered plug interface contacts
    Patent number: 8105116
    Abstract: A communication jack, system using the jack, and method of fabricating the jack are disclosed. The jack includes a cavity configured to accept a communication plug to form a communication connector. The jack includes a plurality of plug interface contacts that extend into the cavity such that a plug inserted into the cavity makes electrical contact with the plug interface contacts at plug/jack interfaces of the plug interface contacts. One or more of the plug interface contacts is formed from multiple conductive layers. The conductive layers are movable relative to each other at at least one end. A dielectric layer or flexible printed circuit board may be disposed between the conductive layers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Satish I. Patel
  • Wall mount cabinet system
    Patent number: 8091969
    Abstract: A wall mount cabinet is disclosed. The wall mount cabinet includes a rear section having a first end and a second end, and a front section hingedly connected to the rear section at a pivot point. The rear section has a cutout area adjacent the first end, and the cutout area allows access for cables to enter the cabinet. The pivot point is adjacent the cutout area and the first end of the rear section. The cutout area allows cables to rotate about the pivot point when the cabinet is moved from a closed position to an open position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Samuel J. Adducci, Robert L. Fritz
  • Systems and methods for managing a network
    Patent number: 8089976
    Abstract: A system for managing and documenting a local area communications network is provided which deploys power sourcing equipment and powered devices by the use of active electronic modules, having an Ethernet controller and Power over Ethernet forwarding capabilities, as integral, managed components within the cable plant, to enhance management, documentation, security and emergency 911 aspects of the network as well as extending the physical reach of the network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin, Michael V. Doorhy, Elizabeth Farrimond, Kenneth C. Kozicki, Richard J. Conneely, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Alan Farrimond, Steven A. Jacks
  • Reversible Fiber Optic Stub Clamping Mechanism
    Publication number: 20110305421
    Abstract: A fiber optic stub fiber connector for reversibly and nondestructively terminating an inserted field fiber having a buffer over at least a portion thereof. The connector includes a housing and a ferrule including a stub fiber disposed within and extending from a bore through the ferrule. The ferrule is generally at least partially disposed within and supported by the housing. The connector further includes a reversible actuator for reversibly and nondestructively terminating the inserted field fiber to the stub fiber. The reversible actuator includes a buffer clamp for engaging with the buffer to simultaneously provide reversible and nondestructive strain relief to the terminated field fiber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2011
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Shaun P. Brouwer, Vince M. Barone, Scott R. Hartman, Andrew J. Stroede
  • Vertical Exhaust Duct
    Publication number: 20110300788
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a thermal management system. The thermal management system includes a first cabinet, a second cabinet positioned adjacent the first cabinet, and a multi-cabinet vertical exhaust duct positioned above the first cabinet and the second cabinet. The multi-cabinet vertical exhaust duct includes a shared exhaust plenum. The shared exhaust plenum is in fluid communication with the first cabinet and the second cabinet such that the shared exhaust plenum receives hot air exhausted from electronic equipment in the first cabinet and the second cabinet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2011
    Publication date: December 8, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventor: Jack E. Caveney
  • Aisle Containment System
    Publication number: 20110278999
    Abstract: The aisle containment system is mounted to two rows of equal width cabinets or cabinets varying in width between 600 mm, 700 mm and 800 mm. The aisle containment system includes door assemblies on both ends of the cabinet rows, vertical panels that mount to the cabinets and door frames to support the ceiling, cross tees that span the aisle, and ceiling panels. Additional cabinets of equal or varying width may be added to an aisle containment installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2011
    Publication date: November 17, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Mark Shurhay, Darren J. Reigle, William A. Bernard, Max W. Hibner
  • Aisle Containment System
    Publication number: 20110278998
    Abstract: The aisle containment system is mounted to two rows of equal width cabinets or cabinets varying in width between 600 mm, 700 mm and 800 mm. The aisle containment system includes door assemblies on both ends of the cabinet rows, vertical panels that mount to the cabinets and door frames to support the ceiling, cross tees that span the aisle, and ceiling panels. Additional cabinets of equal or varying width may be added to an aisle containment installation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2011
    Publication date: November 17, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Mark Shurhay, Darren J. Reigle, William A. Bernard, Max W. Hibner
  • Releasable Barb Assembly
    Publication number: 20110268496
    Abstract: The embodiments provide a barb assembly for use with a cable duct component to oppose removal of a cable duct section from the cable duct component. The barb assembly can comprise a releasable assembly for applying a force to a barb and, responsive to the application of the force, for moving the barb and one or more barb arms from an unengaged position to an engaged position without the use of tools. The barb assembly and/or cable duct component can also comprise a spring bias, which can bias the releasable assembly to the unengaged position upon actuating the releasable assembly to the unengaged position. The embodiments also provide methods of installing cable duct components and systems with the above-described features.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2011
    Publication date: November 3, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Steven M. Forster
  • Modular cable termination plug
    Patent number: 8043124
    Abstract: The invention is a modular cable termination plug having a conductor divider having an entrant barb and a plurality of divider channels, a load bar having a plurality of through holes and a plurality of slots, and a plurality of contact terminals. Additionally, the invention may include a housing, a strain relief collar and a strain relief boot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Michael V. Doorhy, David A. Dylkiewicz, Jason J. German, Nicholas G. Martino
  • Powered Patch Panel
    Publication number: 20110255611
    Abstract: A powered patch panel (PPP) is disclosed that inserts power in mid-span regions of a network and provides fault-tolerance at the power supply level and the power-plane level. Information such as physical location, port status and policy enforcement information may be locally stored and utilized by a processor of the PPP to achieve network control and monitoring. A network management system and/or element management system may be provided to interface with processors of PPPs to achieve network monitoring, control and policy enforcement goals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2011
    Publication date: October 20, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin, Steven A. Jacks, Donald Beran, Brian D. Leshin
  • Connector with crosstalk compensation
    Patent number: 8011972
    Abstract: A jack with a flexible printed circuit board (FPC) is provided. The FPC is connected to the plug interface contacts and has a compensation circuit to compensate for near-end crosstalk (NEXT) and far-end crosstalk (FEXT). Capacitive and inductive compensation in the compensation circuit are of opposite polarity and are substantially equal in magnitude. The compensation circuit has a FEXT compensation zone containing compensation for the FEXT. Inductive and capacitive compensation in the FEXT compensation zone are distributed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Masud Bolouri-Saransar
  • Patch panel with a motherboard for connecting communications jacks
    Patent number: 8011974
    Abstract: An active jack, which is a powered device, is installed as the network connection at a workstation which provides the capability to determine the physical location of a destination device, such as a VOIP phone, in real time. Uninterruptible power supplies may be used to provide power to network components, for example during an emergency. Power-and-data deployments are shown for powering network components and destination devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • High Performance Three-Port Switch For Managed Ethernet Systems
    Publication number: 20110211456
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for isolating and analyzing segments of a deployed, operational cable plant from a remote location. Individual cables, or segments, within an operationally deployed cable plant infrastructure may be isolated and analyzed without requiring a technician to physically inspect and perform an on-site analysis. The approach allows a cable segment to be isolated and analyzed without physically disconnecting the cable from the deployed infrastructure. By isolating and analyzing selected cable plant segments, an entire deployed cable plant infrastructure may be discretely analyzed and specific problems within the cable plant infrastructure may be identified. The approach allows the analyses to be performed from a remote location and is compatible with and may be integrated within a multipurpose network management system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: September 1, 2011
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • Tool for connector assembly
    Patent number: 8006372
    Abstract: A multi-use tool for assembly of electrical connectors includes a main tool body having an electrical connector assembly holder. The holder includes first and second cavities. The first cavity includes spaced anvils and removably retains an electrical connector end cap between the anvils. A cutting ram is opposed to the first cavity and includes two cutting blades that are translatable between disengaged and engaged positions to trim and sever excess wire lengths from the electrical connector end cap. The second cavity removably retains the electrical connector end cap and a jack housing. A termination ram is opposed to the second cavity and movably mounted between disengaged and engaged positions to terminate the jack housing with the end cap. A trigger mechanism is operably connected to both the cutting ram and the termination ram.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Roger D. Segroves, Lawrence A. Hillegonds
  • Reversible fiber optic stub clamping mechanism
    Patent number: 8002476
    Abstract: A fiber optic stub fiber connector for reversibly and nondestructively terminating an inserted field fiber having a buffer over at least a portion thereof. The connector includes a housing and a ferrule including a stub fiber disposed within and extending from a bore through the ferrule. The ferrule is generally at least partially disposed within and supported by the housing. The connector further includes a reversible actuator for reversibly and nondestructively terminating the inserted field fiber to the stub fiber. The reversible actuator includes a buffer clamp for engaging with the buffer to simultaneously provide reversible and nondestructive strain relief to the terminated field fiber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Shaun P. Brouwer, Vincent M. Barone, Scott R. Hartman, Andrew J. Stroede