Patents by Inventor John Buck
John Buck 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: 20110231642Abstract: Systems and methods for providing accelerated loading of operating system and application programs upon system boot or application launch are disclosed. In one aspect, a method for providing accelerated loading of an operating system comprises the steps of: maintaining a list of boot data used for booting a computer system; preloading the boot data upon initialization of the computer system; and servicing requests for boot data from the computer system using the preloaded boot data. In another aspect, a method for providing accelerated launching of an application program comprises the steps of: maintaining a list of application data associated with an application program; preloading the application data upon launching the application program; and servicing requests for application data from a computer system using the preloaded application data.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2011Publication date: September 22, 2011Applicant: Realtime Data LLC dba IXOInventors: James J. Fallon, John Buck, Paul F. Pickel, Stephen J. McErlain
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Publication number: 20110123362Abstract: An air compressor assembly can include a support structure with a compressor mechanism, at least one fluid tank, a pair of wheels, and a handle attached thereto. The air compressor assembly can be configured with the compressor mechanism having a perpendicular orientation relative to the at least one fluid tank so as to provide a relatively narrow assembly and to facilitate servicing and/or maintenance of the assembly. Furthermore, the wheels and handle can be configured so that the assembly can be relatively easily located in a balanced transport position. Additionally, an accessory support plate can be attached to the top of the assembly to serve as a dolly.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2010Publication date: May 26, 2011Applicant: BLACK & DECKER INC.Inventors: Mark A. Etter, Timothy C. Smith, Robert P. Welsh, John Buck, Fredrick M. Morgan, Chad W. Hanson, James Vintzel
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Patent number: 7909584Abstract: An air compressor assembly can include a support structure with a compressor mechanism, at least one fluid tank, a pair of wheels, and a handle attached thereto. The air compressor assembly can be configured with the compressor mechanism having a perpendicular orientation relative to the at least one fluid tank so as to provide a relatively narrow assembly and to facilitate servicing and/or maintenance of the assembly. Furthermore, the wheels and handle can be configured so that the assembly can be relatively easily located in a balanced transport position. Additionally, an accessory support plate can be attached to the top of the assembly to serve as a dolly.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2006Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Mark A. Etter, Timothy C. Smith, Robert P. Welsh, John Buck, Fredrick M. Morgan, Chad W. Hanson, James Vintzel
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Publication number: 20100104175Abstract: A system is disclosed. An input interface is configured to receive pixel data from two or more images. A pixel handling processor disposed on the substrate is configured to convert the pixel data into depth and intensity pixel data. In some embodiments, a foreground detector processor disposed on the substrate is configured to classify pixels as background or not background. In some embodiments, a projection generator disposed on the substrate is configured to generate a projection in space of the depth and intensity pixel data.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2009Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventors: John Iselin Woodfill, Ronald John Buck, Gaile Gibson Gordon, David Walter Jurasek, Terrence Lee Brown
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Patent number: 7664315Abstract: An integrated image processor implemented on a substrate is disclosed. An input interface is configured to receive pixel data from two or more images. A pixel handling processor disposed on the substrate is configured to convert the pixel data into depth and intensity pixel data. In some embodiments, a foreground detector processor disposed on the substrate is configured to classify pixels as background or not background. In some embodiments, a projection generator disposed on the substrate is configured to generate a projection in space of the depth and intensity pixel data.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2005Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: Tyzx, Inc.Inventors: John Iselin Woodfill, Ronald John Buck, Gaile Gibson Gordon, David Walter Jurasek, Terrence Lee Brown
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Publication number: 20070245869Abstract: A table saw has a base assembly, a table assembly supported by the base assembly, and a saw assembly supported by at least one of the table assembly and the base assembly. The saw assembly includes a saw blade extending through the table assembly. The base assembly has at least one tube connected to the table assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2006Publication date: October 25, 2007Inventors: Robert Welsh, Kathy DiPasquale, Daniel Lopano, John Buck, Carl Merhar, Yung Chang, Nicholas Achterberg
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Publication number: 20070122292Abstract: An air compressor assembly can include a support structure with a compressor mechanism, at least one fluid tank, a pair of wheels, and a handle attached thereto. The air compressor assembly can be configured with the compressor mechanism having a perpendicular orientation relative to the at least one fluid tank so as to provide a relatively narrow assembly and to facilitate servicing and/or maintenance of the assembly. Furthermore, the wheels and handle can be configured so that the assembly can be relatively easily located in a balanced transport position. Additionally, an accessory support plate can be attached to the top of the assembly to serve as a dolly.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2006Publication date: May 31, 2007Inventors: Mark Etter, Timothy Smith, Robert Welsh, John Buck, Frederick Morgan, Chad Hanson, James Vintzel
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Publication number: 20070083746Abstract: Systems and methods for providing accelerated loading of operating system and application programs upon system boot or application launch. In one aspect, a method for providing accelerated loading of an operating system comprises the steps of: maintaining a list of boot data used for booting a computer system; preloading the boot data upon initialization of the computer system; and servicing requests for boot data from the computer system using the preloaded boot data. The boot data may comprise program code associated with an operating system of the computer system, an application program, and a combination thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the boot data is retrieved from a boot device and stored in a cache memory device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2006Publication date: April 12, 2007Applicant: Realtime Data LLCInventors: James Fallon, John Buck, Paul Pickel, Stephen McErlain
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Publication number: 20070043939Abstract: Systems and methods for providing accelerated loading of operating system and application programs upon system boot or application launch. In one aspect, a method for providing accelerated loading of an operating system comprises the steps of: maintaining a list of boot data used for booting a computer system; preloading the boot data upon initialization of the computer system; and servicing requests for boot data from the computer system using the preloaded boot data. The boot data may comprise program code associated with an operating system of the computer system, an application program, and a combination thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the boot data is retrieved from a boot device and stored in a cache memory device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2006Publication date: February 22, 2007Applicant: Realtime Data LLCInventors: James Fallon, John Buck, Paul Pickel, Stephen McErlain
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Patent number: 7181608Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for accelerated loading of operating system and application programs upon system boot or application launch. In one aspect, a method for providing accelerated loading of an operating system includes maintaining a list of boot data used for booting a computer system, preloading the boot data upon initialization of the computer system, and servicing requests for boot data from the computer system using the preloaded boot data. The boot data may comprise program code associated with an operating system of the computer system, an application program, and a combination thereof. The boot data is retrieved from a boot device and stored in a cache memory device. The boot data is stored in a compressed format on the boot device and the preloaded boot data is decompressed prior to transmitting the preloaded boot data to the requesting system.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2001Date of Patent: February 20, 2007Assignee: Realtime Data LLCInventors: James J. Fallon, John Buck, Paul F. Pickel, Stephen J. McEerlain
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Publication number: 20060250015Abstract: The present disclosure provides support for a head and neck of a passenger of a vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2005Publication date: November 9, 2006Inventor: John Buck
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Publication number: 20060245937Abstract: An air compressor having improved stability and portability. The air compressor package is positionable in an operational position, wherein the air compressor package is positioned on a base, and a transport position, wherein the air compressor package may be more readily transported. Positioning of the air compressor package into the transport position is accomplished by rotating the air compressor about a rotational axis that is generally parallel to the longitudinal axis of the air tank, which positions the air compressor in an orientation and position that is relatively comfortable, whether or not the air compressor is hand-transported. The air compressor package can employ a compact manifold that can couple the air tank to the compressor and a regulator valve and optionally to a relief valve, a drain valve and/or a pressure switch. A method for operating a compressor is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2006Publication date: November 2, 2006Inventors: Daniel Goodwin, Barbara Rose, Nathan Coleman, John Buck
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Publication number: 20060232022Abstract: A tool chuck may include a chuck body defining a longitudinal axis. A sleeve may be mounted on the chuck body for movement between a first axial position in which the chuck body is rotatable together with the sleeve, and a second axial position in which the chuck body is rotatable relative to the sleeve to actuate to the tool chuck. The chuck body may be rotatable in a first direction to actuate the tool chuck up to a first torque threshold, and rotatable in a second direction to actuate the tool chuck up to a second, different torque threshold.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2006Publication date: October 19, 2006Inventors: Richard Nickels, John Buck, Daniel Puzio
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Publication number: 20060140784Abstract: A portable air compressor assembly includes a tubular frame having a pair of parallelogram shaped side sections. A support plate is connected between the side sections and horizontally positioned in a compressor normal operating position. A plurality of operating components connect to the support plate. A fluid pressure tank is supported perpendicular to the side sections and forward of the operating components. The frame envelopes the operating components' outer perimeter and angularly extends to a stop point rearward of the operating components. When tipped rearward to the stop point, the compressor assembly returns by gravity to the compressor normal operating position. An instrument and connector panel including an engine on/off switch is mounted in a protected position. Wheels and structural feet are removable and a handle is retractable and removable for shipping.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2006Publication date: June 29, 2006Inventors: Michael Baron, Mark Downes, John Buck
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Publication number: 20060124684Abstract: The fastener tool includes a nosepiece, a nosepiece cover pivotally attached to the nosepiece, a latch pivotally attached to the nosepiece cover, a latch wire pivotally attached to the latch for engaging at least one hook disposed on the nosepiece, wherein the latch wire has a portion extending between the latch and the hook, the portion having at least two bends.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2005Publication date: June 15, 2006Inventors: Craig Schell, Ashok Baskar, Keven Miller, Thomas Miller, Charles Frohlich, John Buck
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Publication number: 20060108981Abstract: A system of cordless power tools includes a cordless power tool adapted to removably receive a rechargeable battery pack. The battery pack and the power tool can have complementary grooves and rails or L-shaped surfaces that aid in aligning the positive and negative blade terminals of the battery pack to the positive and negative tool terminals, respectively, of the power tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2006Publication date: May 25, 2006Inventors: James Watson, Paul White, Christopher Yahnker, Daniel Puzio, Thomas Bodine, Robert Bradus, Daniele Brotto, John Buck, Daniel White, Samuel Woods, Richard Walter, Edward Harrison, Adan Ayala
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Publication number: 20060107536Abstract: A battery powered circular saw includes a rechargeable battery removably attached to the housing and an adjustable shoe pivotally attached to the housing for controlling a depth of cut. A locking mechanism for preventing relative movement between the adjustable shoe and the housing includes a clamp that is located so as to permit the battery pack to be inserted to and removed from a rear end of the housing in a direction that is generally parallel to a plane in which the circular saw blade is disposed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2006Publication date: May 25, 2006Inventors: John Buck, James Bascom, Keith Moore
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Publication number: 20060081676Abstract: The fastener tool includes a nosepiece, a nosepiece cover pivotally attached to the nosepiece, a latch pivotally attached to the nosepiece cover, a latch wire pivotally attached to the latch for engaging at least one hook disposed on the nosepiece, wherein the latch wire has a portion extending between the latch and the hook, the portion having at least two bends.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2005Publication date: April 20, 2006Inventors: Craig Schell, Ashok Baskar, Keven Miller, Thomas Miller, Charles Frohlich, John Buck
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Publication number: 20060066063Abstract: A tool chuck may include a chuck body defining a longitudinal axis. A sleeve may be mounted on the chuck body for movement between a first axial position and a second axial position. A clutch part provided on the sleeve. The clutch part may engage with a cooperating clutch part when the sleeve is in the second axial position. The clutch part may have a working surface that faces in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2005Publication date: March 30, 2006Inventors: Richard Nickels, John Buck
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Patent number: D637885Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2011Date of Patent: May 17, 2011Inventor: John Buck