Patents by Inventor Jeff Blum

Jeff Blum 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: 11937997
    Abstract: Systems for delivering material through an open beak to a digestive tract of a bird and methods of using the same are described herein. Beak opening apparatus and methods of using the same are also described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: Nova-Tech Engineering, LLC
    Inventors: Nathan A. Blum, Jeff Deming, Matthew H. Erickson, Scott C. Johnson, James Kleven, Greg R. Swenson
  • Patent number: 8066372
    Abstract: This invention is a game platform for the assessment and/or treatment of disorders of binocular vision, such as amblyopia. The game content is devised to maximize the possible therapeutic effects by leveraging advanced research in ophthalmology, as well as advanced display technology to render images independently to each eye. In particular, the game content engages both eyes at different levels of difficulty, forcing an amblyopic eye to work harder to regain its performance in the visual system. The invention herein described provides a mobile device, capable of interaction with an eye care specialist, for the assessment/treatment of binocular vision using innovative mechanisms for ensuring proper use thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: McGill University
    Inventors: Jeremy Cooperstock, Thang Long To, Jeff Blum, Robert F. Hess, Benjamin Simon Thompson
  • Publication number: 20100283969
    Abstract: This invention is a game platform for the assessment and/or treatment of disorders of binocular vision, such as amblyopia. The game content is devised to maximize the possible therapeutic effects by leveraging advanced research in opthalmology, as well as advanced display technology to render images independently to each eye. In particular, the game content engages both eyes at different levels of difficulty, forcing an amblyopic eye to work harder to regain its performance in the visual system. The invention herein described provides a mobile device, capable of interaction with an eye care specialist, for the assessment/treatment of binocular vision using innovative mechanisms for ensuring proper use thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: McGill University
    Inventors: Jeremy Cooperstock, Thang Long To, Jeff Blum, Robert F. Hess, Benjamin Simon Thompson
  • Patent number: 7337390
    Abstract: A method of embedding voice data in a computing system includes detecting a record event and detecting if a software application currently running on the computing system is voice-aware. The method also includes embedding the voice data within associated data in the software application, if the software application is voice-aware. If the software application is not voice-aware, the method also includes triggering a voice note application to record and store the voice data. A method in a computing system for modifying a user interface displayed on a display device includes receiving an indication from the computing device to modify the user interface. The method further includes displaying an identification block, a record toolbar, a note pad, and a note tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2008
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Charlton E. Lui, Jeff Blum, Michael Jay Parks, Kevin Phillip Paulson
  • Patent number: 7305343
    Abstract: A method of embedding voice data in a computing system includes detecting a record event and detecting if a software application currently running on the computing system is voice-aware. The method also includes embedding the voice data within associated data in the software application, if the software application is voice-aware. If the software application is not voice-aware, the method also includes triggering a voice note application to record and store the voice data. A method in a computing system for modifying a user interface displayed on a display device includes receiving an indication from the computing device to modify the user interface. The method further includes displaying an identification block, a record toolbar, a note pad, and a note tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Charlton E. Lui, Jeff Blum, Michael Jay Parks, Kevin Phillip Paulson
  • Publication number: 20040185911
    Abstract: A method of embedding voice data in a computing system includes detecting a record event and detecting if a software application currently running on the computing system is voice-aware. The method also includes embedding the voice data within associated data in the software application, if the software application is voice-aware. If the software application is not voice-aware, the method also includes triggering a voice note application to record and store the voice data. A method in a computing system for modifying a user interface displayed on a display device includes receiving an indication from the computing device to modify the user interface. The method further includes displaying an identification block, a record toolbar, a note pad, and a note tab.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2004
    Publication date: September 23, 2004
    Applicant: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Charlton E. Lui, Jeff Blum, Michael Jay Parks, Kevin Phillip Paulson
  • Publication number: 20040181413
    Abstract: A method of embedding voice data in a computing system includes detecting a record event and detecting if a software application currently running on the computing system is voice-aware. The method also includes embedding the voice data within associated data in the software application, if the software application is voice-aware. If the software application is not voice-aware, the method also includes triggering a voice note application to record and store the voice data. A method in a computing system for modifying a user interface displayed on a display device includes receiving an indication from the computing device to modify the user interface. The method further includes displaying an identification block, a record toolbar, a note pad, and a note tab.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2004
    Publication date: September 16, 2004
    Applicant: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Charlton E. Lui, Jeff Blum, Michael Jay Parks, Kevin Phillip Paulson
  • Patent number: 6720980
    Abstract: A method of embedding voice data in a computing system includes detecting a record event and detecting if a software application currently running on the computing system is voice-aware. The method also includes embedding the voice data within associated data in the software application, if the software application is voice-aware. If the software application is not voice-aware, the method also includes triggering a voice note application to record and store the voice data. A method in a computing system for modifying a user interface displayed on a display device includes receiving an indication from the computing device to modify the user interface. The method further includes displaying an identification block, a record toolbar, a note pad, and a note tab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2004
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Charlton E. Lui, Jeff Blum, Michael Jay Parks, Kevin Phillip Paulson
  • Patent number: D632907
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2011
    Assignee: McCormick & Company, Incorporated
    Inventors: Dina Clark, Jeff Blum
  • Patent number: D636616
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Assignee: McCormick & Company, Incorporated
    Inventors: Dina Clark, Jeff Blum
  • Patent number: D655107
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2012
    Assignee: McCormick & Company, Incorporated
    Inventors: Dina Clark, Jeff Blum