Patents by Inventor James J. Bitetto

James J. Bitetto 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: 11842625
    Abstract: A device for indicating appropriate social distancing includes the ability to project light (in various forms and in a various ways) onto the ground in a manner visible by the user and those around them. A boundary of the projected light can be set to an acceptable social distance and can include different colors to indicated varying social distances for varying levels of trusted individuals. Proximity sensors set to appropriate distancing requirements, along with the varying levels of trust can be implemented into multiple devices being used in a group setting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2023
    Inventors: James J. Bitetto, John G. Tutunjian
  • Publication number: 20220076546
    Abstract: A device for indicating appropriate social distancing includes the ability to project light (in various forms and in a various ways) onto the ground in a manner visible by the user and those around them. A boundary of the projected light can be set to an acceptable social distance and can include different colors to indicated varying social distances for varying levels of trusted individuals. Proximity sensors set to appropriate distancing requirements, along with the varying levels of trust can be implemented into multiple devices being used in a group setting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2021
    Publication date: March 10, 2022
    Inventors: James J. Bitetto, John G. Tutunjian
  • Patent number: 11205328
    Abstract: A device for indicating appropriate social distancing includes the ability to project light (in various forms and in a various ways) onto the ground in a manner visible by the user and those around them. A boundary of the projected light can be set to an acceptable social distance and can include different colors to indicated varying social distances for varying levels of trusted individuals. Proximity sensors set to appropriate distancing requirements, along with the varying levels of trust can be implemented into multiple devices being used in a group setting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Inventors: James J. Bitetto, John G. Tutunjian
  • Publication number: 20210319675
    Abstract: A device for indicating appropriate social distancing includes the ability to project light (in various forms and in a various ways) onto the ground in a manner visible by the user and those around them. A boundary of the projected light can be set to an acceptable social distance and can include different colors to indicated varying social distances for varying levels of trusted individuals. Proximity sensors set to appropriate distancing requirements, along with the varying levels of trust can be implemented into multiple devices being used in a group setting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2020
    Publication date: October 14, 2021
    Inventors: James J. Bitetto, John G. Tutunjian
  • Patent number: 10840000
    Abstract: A safety system includes an electromagnet positioned in an area. A power controller is coupled to the electromagnet to supply power to the electromagnet in accordance with an event. A trigger mechanism configured to trigger the event when the area is traversed by a person with a weapon such that upon activation of the electromagnet a magnetic force is generated capable of attracting the weapon to make continued use difficult or impossible within the area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2020
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Publication number: 20190333667
    Abstract: A safety system includes an electromagnet positioned in an area. A power controller is coupled to the electromagnet to supply power to the electromagnet in accordance with an event. A trigger mechanism configured to trigger the event when the area is traversed by a person with a weapon such that upon activation of the electromagnet a magnetic force is generated capable of attracting the weapon to make continued use difficult or impossible within the area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2019
    Publication date: October 31, 2019
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Patent number: 10425525
    Abstract: A collision avoidance device includes a mobile device having a display screen. A proximity sensor is disposed on a side opposite the display screen. The proximity sensor is positioned to detect any obstacles present in a path of a user operating the display screen while moving. A warning device is powered by the mobile device to alert the user of any obstacles in the path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Patent number: 10373751
    Abstract: A safety system includes an electromagnet positioned in an area. A power controller is coupled to the electromagnet to supply power to the electromagnet in accordance with an event. A trigger mechanism configured to trigger the event when the area is traversed by a person with a weapon such that upon activation of the electromagnet a magnetic force is generated capable of attracting the weapon to make continued use difficult or impossible within the area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2019
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Publication number: 20180158585
    Abstract: A safety system includes an electromagnet positioned in an area. A power controller is coupled to the electromagnet to supply power to the electromagnet in accordance with an event. A trigger mechanism configured to trigger the event when the area is traversed by a person with a weapon such that upon activation of the electromagnet a magnetic force is generated capable of attracting the weapon to make continued use difficult or impossible within the area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2018
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Patent number: 9911527
    Abstract: A safety system includes an electromagnet positioned in an area. A power controller is coupled to the electromagnet to supply power to the electromagnet in accordance with an event. A trigger mechanism configured to trigger the event when the area is traversed by a person with a weapon such that upon activation of the electromagnet a magnetic force is generated capable of attracting the weapon to make continued use difficult or impossible within the area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2018
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Publication number: 20170140860
    Abstract: A safety system includes an electromagnet positioned in an area. A power controller is coupled to the electromagnet to supply power to the electromagnet in accordance with an event. A trigger mechanism configured to trigger the event when the area is traversed by a person with a weapon such that upon activation of the electromagnet a magnetic force is generated capable of attracting the weapon to make continued use difficult or impossible within the area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2015
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Patent number: 8256900
    Abstract: A system and method for projecting an image with predetermined characteristics includes a projector configured to project light on a surface, and a photo sensor configured to analyze light reflected from the surface. A controller is configured to compare the reflected light with a selected characteristic. The controller is configured to control the projector to adjust the projected light such that the reflected light substantially matches the selected characteristic to make the surface appear to be of the selected characteristic.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Inventor: James J. Bitetto
  • Patent number: 6975308
    Abstract: The present invention provides a picture frame for displaying digital images taken by a digital camera. The invention may be a wall mounted frame or a desk top frame. The invention includes a display, such as an active matrix display for rendering images for viewing. The invention includes an interface for manipulating images by using a graphical user interface in conjunction with an operating system. The present invention may be employed for displaying overhead projection slides for conferences, lectures and meetings. The invention includes sensors for monitoring conditions in areas around the frame. The frame includes floppy disk and CD/DVD drives for transferring data to a memory of the frame. The memory of the frame is used to store images and may select images according to a program or list.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2005
    Inventors: Frank W. Bitetto, James J. Bitetto
  • Patent number: 6116818
    Abstract: An ocean plow device and accompanying method which incorporate a passive plow blade and a jetter tool working in conjunction with one another to lower drawbar and increase cable deployment speeds. In order to avoid cavitation due to sand dilation, in one embodiment of the plow device, the jetter tool includes nozzles oriented in a downward and backward direction relative to the plow device which creates a flow pattern to turbulently remove surface soil in front of the jetter tool in a rapid manner. The jetter tool is pivotally suspended from a point in front of the passive plow blade, such that the jetter will be free to find its own equilibrium position. That is, the pivotal mounting enables the jetter tool to rotate upward in harder soils and become fully extended in softer soils in order to reach the equilibrium position. The passive plow blade behind the jetter tool provides a constant burial depth for the cable and also provides protection from side loads encountered during deployment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2000
    Assignee: General Dynamics Advanced Technology Systems
    Inventors: James J. Bitetto, James Christopher Coyne, Frank Dominick Messina, Robert D. Smith, Gerald E. Tourgee