Patents by Inventor James D. Welch

James D. Welch 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).

  • Publication number: 20240115831
    Abstract: Various implementations disclosed herein include devices, systems, and methods that provide customized feedback content during a meditation experience. For example, an example process may include obtaining physiological data via one or more sensors, determining that an attentive state based on the physiological data, customizing feedback content based on a user attribute to change the attentive state during the meditation mode, and providing the customized feedback content during the meditation mode after a delay time based on the user attribute.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2023
    Publication date: April 11, 2024
    Inventors: Christine E. Welch, Alastair K. Fettes, Amy E. DeDonato, Christine Godwin, Dorian D. Dargan, Eric Landreneau, Gary I. Butcher, Grant H. Mulliken, Hugh A. Sider, Izzet B. Yildiz, James D. Dusseau, Jean-Francois St-Amour, Joanne Lee, Lucie Belanger, Michael B. Tucker, Philipp Rockel, Theodore Nestor Panagiotopoulos
  • Publication number: 20240063063
    Abstract: CMOS Systems formed in a Semiconductor Substrate and involving use of material that forms a rectifying junction with both N and P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, in combination with, preferably, Parallel and Adjacent Channels subject to control by a Gate removed from said Channels by insulator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2023
    Publication date: February 22, 2024
    Inventor: JAMES D. WELCH
  • Patent number: 11821833
    Abstract: An ellipsometer, polarimeter and the like system operating in the infrared spectral range (0.75 ?m to 1000 ?m), utilizing a tunable quantum cascade laser (QCL) source with the capability if reducing speckle and standing wave effects, dual-rotatable optical elements, a single-point detector, as well as optional means of reducing the size of the probe beam at the measurement surface and optional chopper for lock-in detection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2023
    Assignee: J.A. WOOLLAM CO., INC.
    Inventors: Stefan Schoeche, Craig M. Herzinger, Steven E. Green, Martin M. Liphardt, James D. Welch
  • Patent number: 11798946
    Abstract: A Compact FINFET System including a material which forms rectifying junctions with both N or P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, including at least two FINS electrically connected thereto and projecting substantially away therefrom parallel to one another. There further being substantially non-rectifying junctions to the material which forms a rectifying junction with both N or P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, and distal ends of the at least two FINS.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2023
    Inventor: James D. Welch
  • Patent number: 11744788
    Abstract: Methodology for encouraging hair growth in male humans, and more particularly to methodology which involves application of electromagnetic radiation, mechanical vibrations, along with applications of combined minoxidil, mint oil, (preferably menthol containing essential peppermint oil), ginger oil, lavender oil, castor bean oil, jojoba oil; melaleuca oil, cumin oil, D-alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) infused oil, biotin infused oil and a single selection, or dry mixture and/or liquid “tea” formed from selections from the group consisting of powdered saw palmetto; powdered horsetail; powdered ginger; powdered stinging nettles; powdered horny goat weed; powdered pueraria lobate; powdered Tribulus terrestris; powdered ashwagandha; powdered capsicum; powdered habenero; powdered green tea; powdered sage; powdered gingko biloba; powdered myrrh; powdered alpha-hydroxy; powdered Aloe vera; powdered wheat protein; powdered wheat starch; powdered casein, powdered keratin, powdered folic acid; powdered fenugreek seed and po
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2023
    Inventor: James D. Welch
  • Patent number: 11740176
    Abstract: An ellipsometer, polarimeter and the like system operating in the infrared spectral range (0.75 ?m to 1000 ?m), utilizing a tunable quantum cascade laser (QCL) source in combination with dithering capability to reduce speckle and standing wave effects, dual-rotating optical elements, a single-point detector, as well as optional means of reducing the size of the probe beam at the measurement surface and optional chopper for lock-in detection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2023
    Assignee: J.A. WOOLLAM CO., INC
    Inventors: Stefan Schoeche, Craig M. Herzinger, Steven E. Green, Martin M. Liphardt, James D. Welch
  • Publication number: 20230194414
    Abstract: An ellipsometer, polarimeter and the like system operating in the infrared spectral range (0.75 um to 1000 µm), utilizing a tunable quantum cascade laser (QCL) source with the capability if reducing speckle and standing wave effects, dual-rotatable optical elements, a single-point detector, as well as optional means of reducing the size of the probe beam at the measurement surface and optional chopper for lock-in detection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2022
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Inventors: Stefan Schoeche, Craig M. Herzinger, Steven E. Green, Martin M. Liphardt, James D. Welch
  • Publication number: 20230184671
    Abstract: An ellipsometer, polarimeter and the like system operating in the infrared spectral range (0.75 ?m to 1000 ?m), utilizing a tunable quantum cascade laser (QCL) source in combination with dithering capability to reduce speckle and standing wave effects, dual-rotating optical elements, a single-point detector, as well as optional means of reducing the size of the probe beam at the measurement surface and optional chopper for lock-in detection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2022
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Inventors: STEFAN SCHOECHE, CRAIG M. HERZINGER, STEVEN E. GREEN, MARTIN M. LIPHARDT, JAMES D. WELCH
  • Patent number: 11675208
    Abstract: Reflectometer, spectrophotometer, ellipsometer, and polarimeter systems having a supercontinuum laser source of coherent electromagnetic radiation over a range of between 400 nm to between 4400 nm and 18000 nm, and another source of wavelengths to provide between 400 nm and as high as at least 50000 nm; a stage for supporting a sample and a detector of electromagnetic radiation, wherein the source provides a beam of electromagnetic radiation which interacts with a sample and enters a detector system optionally incorporating a wavelength modifier, where the detector system can be functionally incorporated with combinations of gratings and/or combination dichroic beam splitter-prisms, which can be optimized as regards wavelength dispersion characteristics to direct wavelengths in various ranges to various detectors that are well suited to detect them.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: J.A. WOOLLAM CO., INC.
    Inventors: Stefan Schoeche, Martin M. Liphardt, Ping He, Jeremy A Van Derslice, Craig M. Herzinger, Jeffrey S. Hale, Brian D. Guenther, Duane E. Meyer, John A Woollam, James D. Welch
  • Publication number: 20230117871
    Abstract: A Compact CMOS System having a non-split Channel Regions Controlling Gate, including a material which forms rectifying junctions with both N and P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, and at least two Channels electrically connected thereto and projecting substantially away therefrom adjacent and parallel to one another. There further being substantially non-rectifying junctions to the material which forms a rectifying junction with both N and P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, and to distal ends of the at least two Channels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2021
    Publication date: April 20, 2023
    Inventor: James D. WELCH
  • Publication number: 20230080743
    Abstract: CMOS Systems formed in Wide Bandgap Semiconductor and involving use of a material that forms a rectifying junction with either N and P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, in combination with, preferably, Parallel and Adjacent Channels subject to control by a Gate removed from said Channels by insulator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2022
    Publication date: March 16, 2023
    Inventors: JAMES D. WELCH, TERRY J. PIRRUCCELLO
  • Publication number: 20230061150
    Abstract: Methodology for encouraging hair growth in male humans, and more particularly to methodology which involves application of electromagnetic radiation, mechanical vibrations, along with applications of combined minoxidil, mint oil, (preferably menthol containing essential peppermint oil), ginger oil, lavender oil, castor bean oil, jojoba oil; melaleuca oil, cumin oil, D-alpha tocopherol (vitamin E) infused oil, biotin infused oil and a single selection, or dry mixture and/or liquid “tea” formed from selections from the group consisting of powdered saw palmetto; powdered horsetail; powdered ginger; powdered stinging nettles; powdered horny goat weed; powdered pueraria lobate; powdered Tribulus terrestris; powdered ashwagandha; powdered capsicum; powdered habenero; powdered green tea; powdered sage; powdered gingko biloba; powdered myrrh; powdered alpha-hydroxy; powdered Aloe vera; powdered wheat protein; powdered wheat starch; powdered casein, powdered keratin, powdered folic acid; powdered fenugreek seed and po
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2022
    Publication date: March 2, 2023
    Inventor: James D. Welch
  • Publication number: 20220349698
    Abstract: A method of accurately measuring Time, and knowing the Energy in a Beam of Electromagnetic Radiation simultaneously.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2022
    Publication date: November 3, 2022
    Inventor: James D. Welch
  • Publication number: 20220244169
    Abstract: Ellipsometer, polarimeter, reflectometer and spectrophotometer systems including one or more wavelength modifiers which convert wavelengths provided by a source of electromagnetic radiation to different wavelengths for use in investigating a sample, and/or which a detector thereof can detect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2021
    Publication date: August 4, 2022
    Applicant: J.A. WOOLLAM CO., INC.
    Inventors: Ping He, Martin M. Liphardt, Jeremy A. Van Derslice, Craig M. Herzinger, Jeffrey S. Hale, Brian D. Guenther, Duane E. Meyer, Stefan Schoeche, James D. Welch
  • Patent number: 11103732
    Abstract: A method of improving the condition of teeth in a human mouth by continuing events of applying a composition containing calcium and a source of OH? ions, optionally in combination with amino acid/protein containing casein, so that the composition mixes with saliva and forms a slurry, followed by swishing the result around in the human mouth; the method also including, between at least two continuing events, applying a more solid composition that contains calcium and OH? and optionally casein, to problem areas of the teeth, such as where they are worn or chipped, and maintaining the contact by not intentionally removing it.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Publication number: 20210020637
    Abstract: A Compact FINFET System including a material which forms rectifying junctions with both N or P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, including at least two FINS electrically connected thereto and projecting substantially away therefrom parallel to one another. There further being substantially non-rectifying junctions to the material which forms a rectifying junction with both N or P-type Field Induced Semiconductor, and distal ends of the at least two FINS.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2020
    Publication date: January 21, 2021
    Inventor: JAMES D. WELCH
  • Patent number: 10342646
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth by, for instance, filling in cracks, chips and eroded areas by applying calcium and/or casein and/or phosphate and a source of OH? ions thereto. The method optionally provides that very thin layer(s) of dental cement be interlaced with other applied materials, and that the results be maintained in contact with the teeth involved by application of a composition of matter that adheres to said teeth and holds the results in place, while allowing at least some permeation of saliva therethrough. The method can optionally involve application of a backing strip or tray or the like to secure the other materials in place, but this is not a requirement where the composition of matter is sufficiently securing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2019
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Patent number: 9833386
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth is disclosed that is based on surprising evidence achieved by practicing a method involving application of calcium powder or calcium containing composition to teeth, and maintaining it in contact with the teeth by application of an edible adherent wax containing material, that serves to maintain contact between the teeth and the calcium powder or calcium containing composition for at least one hour.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli
  • Publication number: 20170296312
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth by, for instance, filling in cracks, chips and eroded areas by applying calcium and/or casein and/or phosphate and a source of OH? ions thereto. The method optionally provides that very thin layer(s) of dental cement be interlaced with other applied materials, and that the results be maintained in contact with the teeth involved by application of a composition of matter that adheres to said teeth and holds the results in place, while allowing at least some permeation of saliva therethrough. The method can optionally involve application of a backing strip or tray or the like to secure the other materials in place, but this is not a requirement where the composition of matter is sufficiently securing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2017
    Publication date: October 19, 2017
    Inventors: JAMES D. WELCH, JANET M. WEHRLI
  • Publication number: 20170105906
    Abstract: A method of smoothing teeth is disclosed, the utility of which is based on surprising empirical evidence achieved via practice of a method involving application of calcium thereto and maintaining it in contact therewith by application of a composition of matter that adheres to said teeth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2015
    Publication date: April 20, 2017
    Inventors: James D. Welch, Janet M. Wehrli