Patents by Inventor Jeffrey E. Worones
Jeffrey E. Worones 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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Patent number: 11112433Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for measuring electrical parameters in a conductor without requiring a galvanic connection. A device includes a body and a clamp jaw assembly movable between an open position that allows a conductor to be moved into a measurement area, and a closed position that secures the conductor within the measurement area. The clamp jaw assembly includes sensors positioned inside a clamp jaw of the clamp jaw assembly. A user may apply a force to an actuator to move the clamp jaw assembly from the closed position into the open position so that the conductor may be positioned and secured in the measurement area. The clamp jaw assembly includes a visual indicator to guide the user to position the conductor within an optimal region in the measurement area. The clamp jaw assembly is sized and dimensioned to automatically position the conductor within the optimal region during measurements.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2019Date of Patent: September 7, 2021Assignee: FLUKE CORPORATIONInventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Ginger M. Woo, Chris Corrigan, Yinzi Liang
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Publication number: 20210041483Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for measuring electrical parameters in a conductor without requiring a galvanic connection. A device includes a body and a clamp jaw assembly movable between an open position that allows a conductor to be moved into a measurement area, and a closed position that secures the conductor within the measurement area. The clamp jaw assembly includes sensors positioned inside a clamp jaw of the clamp jaw assembly. A user may apply a force to an actuator to move the clamp jaw assembly from the closed position into the open position so that the conductor may be positioned and secured in the measurement area. The clamp jaw assembly includes a visual indicator to guide the user to position the conductor within an optimal region in the measurement area. The clamp jaw assembly is sized and dimensioned to automatically position the conductor within the optimal region during measurements.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2019Publication date: February 11, 2021Inventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Ginger M. Woo, Chris Corrigan, Yinzi Liang
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Publication number: 20160076936Abstract: Imaging tools can be fixedly or removably attached to various surfaces of test and measurement tools. An imaging tool comprising a sensor array capable of receiving electromagnetic radiation from a target scene can be configured to engage a surface of the test and measurement tool such that the imaging tool is supported by the test and measurement tool. When the imaging tool is engaged with the test and measurement tool, the sensor array can be movable relative to the imaging tool so that a target scene viewed by the sensor array of the imaging tool is adjustable without requiring movement of the test and measurement tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2015Publication date: March 17, 2016Inventors: Michael A. Schoch, Michael D. Stuart, Jeffrey E. Worones, Charles E. Marzette, JR., Christopher W. Lagerberg, Michele F. Bartoli
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Publication number: 20160080666Abstract: Test and measurement systems can include a test and measurement tool configured to generate measurement data representative of at least one parameter of an object under test and an imaging tool configured to generate image data representative of a target scene. The imaging tool can be removably attachable to the test and measurement tool. The test and measurement system can include a communication link that can provide communication between the test and measurement tool and the imaging tool. The communication link can facilitate one or both of communication of image data to the test and measurement tool and measurement data to the imaging tool. Systems can include a display in communication with at least one of the test and measurement tool or the imaging tool for presenting at least one of image data or measurement data to a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2015Publication date: March 17, 2016Inventors: Michael D. Stuart, Terry G. Morey, Paul H. Heydron, Jeffrey E. Worones, Michael A. Schoch, Matthew D. Rabdau
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Patent number: 8946571Abstract: A multimeter includes a case having a rotary selector knob for selecting a multimeter function. A circuit board defining multiple switching terminals thereon is located in the case. A rotary switch assembly is operatively coupled to the selector knob. The rotary switch assembly has a plurality of contact pairs which selectively complete a galvanic connection across predetermined pairs of switching terminals. The rotary switch assembly further includes first and second switch members located in opposition on respective sides of the circuit board. Each of the switch members has at least one of the contact pair.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Terry G. Morey
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Patent number: 8466671Abstract: A multimeter includes a case defining an interior cavity in which components of the multimeter are located. The case has a top portion defining a plurality of first button apertures. A rotary selector knob is also provided for selecting a multimeter function. The multimeter further includes a separate front panel juxtaposed to the top portion of the case. The front panel has a plurality of second button apertures in respective register with at least some of the first button apertures. The top portion of the case may define a recess in which the front panel is received. The multimeter may also include a flexible keypad located between the top portion of the case and the front panel.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2011Date of Patent: June 18, 2013Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventor: Jeffrey E. Worones
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Publication number: 20120103765Abstract: A multimeter includes a case having a rotary selector knob for selecting a multimeter function. A circuit board defining multiple switching terminals thereon is located in the case. A rotary switch assembly is operatively coupled to the selector knob. The rotary switch assembly has a plurality of contact pairs which selectively complete a galvanic connection across predetermined pairs of switching terminals. The rotary switch assembly further includes first and second switch members located in opposition on respective sides of the circuit board. Each of the switch members has at least one of the contact pair.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2012Publication date: May 3, 2012Applicant: FLUKE CORPORATIONInventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Terry G. Morey
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Patent number: 8093516Abstract: A multimeter includes a case having a rotary selector knob for selecting a multimeter function. A circuit board defining multiple switching terminals thereon is located in the case. A rotary switch assembly is operatively coupled to the selector knob. The rotary switch assembly has a plurality of contact pairs which selectively complete a galvanic connection across predetermined pairs of switching terminals. The rotary switch assembly further includes first and second switch members located in opposition on respective sides of the circuit board. Each of the switch members has at least one of the contact pairs.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2007Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Terry G. Morey
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Patent number: 8013594Abstract: A multimeter comprises a case having a circuit board located therein. The circuit board has a top side and a bottom side. A shield arrangement is configured to cover at least a portion of the top side and the bottom side of the circuit board. The shield arrangement includes a top shield part adjacent to the top side of the circuit board and a bottom shield part adjacent to the bottom side of the circuit board. The shield arrangement also includes a connecting structure by which the top shield part is interconnected with the bottom shield part. The connecting structure preferably forms at least one hinge configured such that the top shield part and the bottom shield part can be moved between open and closed configurations. Often, a plurality of hinges will be provided.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2007Date of Patent: September 6, 2011Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventor: Jeffrey E. Worones
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Publication number: 20110140687Abstract: A multimeter includes a case defining an interior cavity in which components of the multimeter are located. The case has a top portion defining a plurality of first button apertures. A rotary selector knob is also provided for selecting a multimeter function. The multimeter further includes a separate front panel juxtaposed to the top portion of the case. The front panel has a plurality of second button apertures in respective register with at least some of the first button apertures. The top portion of the case may define a recess in which the front panel is received.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2011Publication date: June 16, 2011Applicant: FLUKE CORPORATIONInventor: Jeffrey E. Worones
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Patent number: 7911200Abstract: A multimeter includes a case defining an interior cavity in which components of the multimeter are located. The case has a top portion defining a plurality of first button apertures. A rotary selector knob is also provided for selecting a multimeter function. The multimeter further includes a separate front panel juxtaposed to the top portion of the case. The front panel has a plurality of second button apertures in respective register with at least some of the first button apertures. The top portion of the case may define a recess in which the front panel is received.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2007Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventor: Jeffrey E. Worones
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Patent number: 7830135Abstract: A multimeter comprises a housing structure including a case defining an interior cavity in which components of the multimeter are located. The case has a shell of rigid polymeric material defining at least one groove containing a softer polymeric material. In addition, the housing structure further includes at least one rigid panel element juxtaposed to the case. The panel element has an elongate bead on an inside surface thereof in alignment with the groove such that the elongate bead presses into the softer polymeric material to provide a seal.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2007Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Terry G. Morey
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Publication number: 20090102455Abstract: A multimeter comprises a case having a circuit board located therein. The circuit board has a top side and a bottom side. A shield arrangement is configured to cover at least a portion of the top side and the bottom side of the circuit board. The shield arrangement includes a top shield part adjacent to the top side of the circuit board and a bottom shield part adjacent to the bottom side of the circuit board. The shield arrangement also includes a connecting structure by which the top shield part is interconnected with the bottom shield part. The connecting structure preferably forms at least one hinge configured such that the top shield part and the bottom shield part can be moved between open and closed configurations. Often, a plurality of hinges will be provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2007Publication date: April 23, 2009Inventor: Jeffrey E. Worones
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Publication number: 20090045805Abstract: A multimeter comprises a housing structure including a case defining an interior cavity in which components of the multimeter are located. The case has a shell of rigid polymeric material defining at least one groove containing a softer polymeric material. In addition, the housing structure further includes at least one rigid panel element juxtaposed to the case. The panel element has an elongate bead on an inside surface thereof in alignment with the groove such that the elongate bead presses into the softer polymeric material to provide a seal.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2007Publication date: February 19, 2009Inventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Terry G. Morey
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Publication number: 20090045806Abstract: A multimeter includes a case defining an interior cavity in which components of the multimeter are located. The case has a top portion defining a plurality of first button apertures. A rotary selector knob is also provided for selecting a multimeter function. The multimeter further includes a separate front panel juxtaposed to the top portion of the case. The front panel has a plurality of second button apertures in respective register with at least some of the first button apertures. The top portion of the case may define a recess in which the front panel is received.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2007Publication date: February 19, 2009Inventor: Jeffrey E. Worones
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Publication number: 20090045038Abstract: A multimeter includes a case having a rotary selector knob for selecting a multimeter function. A circuit board defining multiple switching terminals thereon is located in the case. A rotary switch assembly is operatively coupled to the selector knob. The rotary switch assembly has a plurality of contact pairs which selectively complete a galvanic connection across predetermined pairs of switching terminals. The rotary switch assembly further includes first and second switch members located in opposition on respective sides of the circuit board. Each of the switch members has at least one of the contact pairs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2007Publication date: February 19, 2009Inventors: Jeffrey E. Worones, Terry G. Morey
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Publication number: 20030064815Abstract: A removable power supply module and kit for an electronic machine such as a slot machine. The power supply module includes circuits to regulate a power supply to at least one output supplying the power requirements to one or more electronic components for the machine. The circuits are mounted on a substrate of the module. The module includes wings which register with guide rails disposed in the machine to guide insertion and mounting of the module in the machine. Connectors are provided between the module and the machine which mate when the module is mounted. A locking pin secures the module in the mounted position.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2001Publication date: April 3, 2003Inventors: John W. Burnside, Jeffrey E. Worones
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Patent number: D938843Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2019Date of Patent: December 21, 2021Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventors: Ginger M. Woo, Christopher D. Corrigan, Brian S. Aikins, Jeffrey E. Worones
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Patent number: D993054Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2021Date of Patent: July 25, 2023Assignee: Fluke CorporationInventors: Ginger M. Woo, Christopher D. Corrigan, Brian S. Aikins, Jeffrey E. Worones