Patents by Inventor James Schuessler
James Schuessler 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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Publication number: 20190133464Abstract: Exemplary embodiments comprise a modular sensor platform, comprising: a base module comprising, a display, a processor, a memory and a communication interface; a band removably coupled to the base module such that the band is replaceable with different types of bands; and a sensor module that collects data from a user, the sensor module in communication with the base module and removably coupled to the band such that the sensor module is replaceable with different types of sensor modules, the sensor module further comprising a plurality of sensor units that are removably coupled to the sensor module such that individual sensor units are replaceable with different types of sensor units.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2018Publication date: May 9, 2019Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Julien Penders, Lindsay Brown, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips, Tom Torfs
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Patent number: 10278592Abstract: Exemplary embodiments for reconfiguring a storage system comprise a modular sensor platform, comprising: a base module comprising, a display, a processor, a memory and a communication interface; a band removably coupled to the base module such that the band is replaceable with different types of bands; and a sensor module that collects data from a user, the sensor module in communication with the base module and removably coupled to the band such that the sensor module is replaceable with different types of sensor modules, the sensor module further comprising a plurality of sensor units that are removably coupled to the sensor module such that individual sensor units are replaceable with different types of sensor units.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 2014Date of Patent: May 7, 2019Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Julien Penders, Lindsay Brown, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips, Tom Torfs
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Patent number: 10136857Abstract: A wearable system and methods for measuring physiological data from a device worn about a body part of a user is provided comprising a base module, a first sensor module, and a second sensor module. The base module comprises a display and a base computing unit. The first sensor module measures a gravitational force experienced by the device. The second sensor module is spatially positioned relative to the base module and over a portion of the body part for measuring one or more physiological characteristics calibrated based on the gravitational force measured with the first sensor module. The base module is adjustably positioned by the user relative to the second sensor module such that the sensor module maintains its positioning over the body part for sufficient contact with the body part for accurate measurements of physiological data regardless of the anthropometric size of the body part.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2015Date of Patent: November 27, 2018Assignee: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips, James Schuessler
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Patent number: 9844340Abstract: A device measuring an electrical activity of a heart and being wearable on a body part of a user. The device comprises a strap configurable to be fitted over the body part, and having an interior surface contacting the body part when worn by the user, and an exterior surface facing away from the body part. The device also includes a first sensor that is disposed on the interior surface. The first sensor is configurable to be in contact with the body part. The device also includes a clasp having a second sensor that is electrically insulated from the first sensor. The first sensor and the second sensor receive data indicative of an electrocardiogram (ECG) signal of the user when the clasp holding the strap over the body part contacts a different body part of the user.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2014Date of Patent: December 19, 2017Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips
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Patent number: 9768628Abstract: A system wearable on a body part of a user. The system includes an electronic device powered by a primary power source, and a circuitry coupled to the electronic device. The system also includes a removable secondary power source configured to charge the primary power source with secondary power when coupled to the circuitry.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2014Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips
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Patent number: 9554724Abstract: Exemplary embodiments for self-aligning a sensor array with respect to blood vessel of a user comprise: determining an optimal sensor in a sensor array comprising an array of discrete sensors arranged on a band such that the sensor array straddles or otherwise addresses a blood vessel or other targeted area of a user by activating each of the discrete sensors to generate respective signals; designating as the optimal discrete sensor a particular discrete sensor producing a highest signal-to-noise ratio; and using the optimal sensor to collect physiological data of the user.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2013Date of Patent: January 31, 2017Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventor: James Schuessler
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Patent number: 9380949Abstract: Exemplary embodiments for reconfiguring a storage system comprise a modular sensor platform, comprising: a base module comprising, a display, a processor, a memory and a communication interface; a band removably coupled to the base module such that the band is replaceable with different types of bands; and a sensor module that collects data from a user, the sensor module in communication with the base module and removably coupled to the band such that the sensor module is replaceable with different types of sensor modules, the sensor module further comprising a plurality of sensor units that are removably coupled to the sensor module such that individual sensor units are replaceable with different types of sensor units.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2013Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.Inventor: James Schuessler
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Publication number: 20160022210Abstract: A wearable system and methods for measuring physiological data from a device worn about a body part of a user is provided comprising a base module, a first sensor module, and a second sensor module. The base module comprises a display and a base computing unit. The first sensor module measures a gravitational force experienced by the device. The second sensor module is spatially positioned relative to the base module and over a portion of the body part for measuring one or more physiological characteristics calibrated based on the gravitational force measured with the first sensor module. The base module is adjustably positioned by the user relative to the second sensor module such that the sensor module maintains its positioning over the body part for sufficient contact with the body part for accurate measurements of physiological data regardless of the anthropometric size of the body part.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2015Publication date: January 28, 2016Inventors: Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips, James Schuessler
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Publication number: 20150340891Abstract: A system wearable on a body part of a user. The system includes an electronic device powered by a primary power source, and a circuitry coupled to the electronic device. The system also includes a removable secondary power source configured to charge the primary power source with secondary power when coupled to the circuitry.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2014Publication date: November 26, 2015Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips
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Publication number: 20150335283Abstract: A device measuring an electrical activity of a heart and being wearable on a body part of a user. The device comprises a strap configurable to be fitted over the body part, and having an interior surface contacting the body part when worn by the user, and an exterior surface facing away from the body part. The device also includes a first sensor that is disposed on the interior surface. The first sensor is configurable to be in contact with the body part. The device also includes a clasp having a second sensor that is electrically insulated from the first sensor. The first sensor and the second sensor receive data indicative of an electrocardiogram (ECG) signal of the user when the clasp holding the strap over the body part contacts a different body part of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2014Publication date: November 26, 2015Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips
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Publication number: 20150157220Abstract: Exemplary embodiments for reconfiguring a storage system comprise a modular sensor platform, comprising: a base module comprising, a display, a processor, a memory and a communication interface; a band removably coupled to the base module such that the band is replaceable with different types of bands; and a sensor module that collects data from a user, the sensor module in communication with the base module and removably coupled to the band such that the sensor module is replaceable with different types of sensor modules, the sensor module further comprising a plurality of sensor units that are removably coupled to the sensor module such that individual sensor units are replaceable with different types of sensor units.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2014Publication date: June 11, 2015Applicant: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Ram Fish, James Schuessler, Julien Penders, Lindsay Brown, Frank Settemo Nuovo, Sheldon George Phillips, Tom Torfs
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Publication number: 20150160048Abstract: Exemplary embodiments for reconfiguring a storage system comprise a modular sensor platform, comprising: a base module comprising, a display, a processor, a memory and a communication interface; a band removably coupled to the base module such that the band is replaceable with different types of bands; and a sensor module that collects data from a user, the sensor module in communication with the base module and removably coupled to the band such that the sensor module is replaceable with different types of sensor modules, the sensor module further comprising a plurality of sensor units that are removably coupled to the sensor module such that individual sensor units are replaceable with different types of sensor units.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2013Publication date: June 11, 2015Applicant: Samsung Electronics, Ltd.Inventor: James Schuessler
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Publication number: 20150157262Abstract: Exemplary embodiments for self-aligning a sensor array with respect to blood vessel of a user comprise: determining an optimal sensor in a sensor array comprising an array of discrete sensors arranged on a band such that the sensor array straddles or otherwise addresses a blood vessel or other targeted area of a user by activating each of the discrete sensors to generate respective signals; designating as the optimal discrete sensor a particular discrete sensor producing a highest signal-to-noise ratio; and using the optimal sensor to collect physiological data of the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2013Publication date: June 11, 2015Applicant: Samsung Electronics, Ltd.Inventor: James Schuessler
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Patent number: 5693917Abstract: A planar diaphragm loudspeaker incorporating a planar diaphragm having multiple sound producing regions, a support frame, and one or more electromagnetic drivers coupled to the sound producing regions on the rear surface of the diaphragm. A first sound producing region is formed generally centrally on the rear surface of the diaphragm, and second and third sound producing regions are formed on opposite sides thereof. The sound producing regions comprise raised portions on the rear surface of the diaphragm which are symmetrical about both first and second orthogonal axes for balance. Cross members extend between opposite sides of the support frame so as to overlay all of the sound producing regions to selectively mount separate electromagnetic drivers for coupling to each sound producing region, as well as to mount one or more anchors extending from the cross members to the perimeters of the second and third sound producing regions in order to isolate them from the first sound producing region.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 1996Date of Patent: December 2, 1997Assignee: Sound Advance Systems, Inc.Inventors: Alejandro J. Bertagni, Eduardo J. Bertagni, James Schuessler, Alfredo D. Ferrin