Patents by Inventor Jerry Lee Coale

Jerry Lee Coale 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: 20040216933
    Abstract: A self-contained recreational electric vehicle is provided for the transport of camping gear over groomed trails leading to a remote camping destination with primitive facilities, and for transporting gear and all refuse back to the trailhead. The vehicle is comprised of four wheels that are attached to a framework and body structure containing the vehicle motion control devices, an integrated system of camping apparatus and camping gear storage containers. The vehicle electric motors and electrical devices are powered by on-board batteries. Battery electrical charge is sustained by regenerative braking and photovoltaic panels. Computerized operator console and control electronics monitor and control the vehicle electrical drive, braking, steering and battery charging systems. The vehicle is theft and critter resistant, with lockable covers and a security system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2003
    Publication date: November 4, 2004
    Inventor: Jerry Lee Coale
  • Patent number: 6813531
    Abstract: Provided are a method, system, and article of manufacture for product configuration. Order information is received for a product. Based on the received order information, configuration information for the product is generated via a simulator to simulate the product. The configuration information is sent, wherein the configuration information is used to configure the product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2004
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry Lee Coale, Nicki Jo Rich
  • Publication number: 20040059447
    Abstract: Provided are a method, system, and article of manufacture for product configuration. Order information is received for a product. Based on the received order information, configuration information for the product is generated via a simulator to simulate the product. The configuration information is sent, wherein the configuration information is used to configure the product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Publication date: March 25, 2004
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry Lee Coale, Nicki Jo Rich
  • Patent number: 6272573
    Abstract: A storage system is provided for storing data for a computer system where the storage capacity can be incrementally increased without disrupting the operations of the storage system. The storage system comprises a base unit, and a plurality of modular units. The modular units are inserted into the system as increased storage capacity is required. Each modular unit has an enclosure comprising top, bottom, and side walls. The bottom and top walls each have at least one power connector and data transmission connector. The bottom wall of a first modular unit enclosure attaches to the base unit enclosure and the top wall of the first modular unit enclosure can attach to the bottom wall of a second modular unit enclosure. At least one back plane is provided in each modular unit for providing attachment for a set of storage devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2001
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry Lee Coale, Steven VanGundy
  • Patent number: 6148352
    Abstract: A storage system is provided for storing data for a computer system where the storage capacity can be incrementally increased without disrupting the operations of the storage system. The storage system comprises a base unit, and a plurality of modular units. The modular units are inserted into the system as increased storage capacity is required. Each modular unit has an enclosure comprising top, bottom, and side walls. The bottom and top walls each have at least one power connector and data transmission connector. The bottom wall of a first modular unit enclosure attaches to the base unit enclosure and the top wall of the first modular unit enclosure can attach to the bottom wall of a second modular unit enclosure. At least one back plane is provided in each modular unit for providing attachment for a set of storage devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2000
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Jerry Lee Coale, Steven VanGundy