Patents by Inventor John Kessler
John Kessler 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: 12608584Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating multi-agent within a virtual world in response to generated hypotheses are disclosed herein. The system can generate a virtual world that includes a set of agents. The system can receive instructions that include a question, including a first query and a first input item, and a set of input traits, which can be used to instantiate a set of agents. The system can generate a first hypothesis representing the first input item and can execute a first simulation session to generate a first output set. The system can generate a second data schema associated with a second hypothesis and execute a second simulation session to generate, using the second hypothesis and the first query, a second output set. Accordingly, the system can generate a sentiment summary and display the sentiment (impression) summary at a graphical user interface (GUI) accessible to an experimenter.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2025Date of Patent: April 21, 2026Assignee: AARU, INC.Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Patent number: 12572773Abstract: A platform for adaptive multi-agent simulation in a virtual world instantiates a set of agents with input traits and executes a simulation session, generating an output set. Upon detecting a change event in the virtual world, a trained model recommends an evolution operation, which is applied to the set of agents to generate an evolved set. The evolution operation includes mutation, selection, crossover, deletion of agents, or a combination thereof. The platform persists at least a portion of the initial output set and executes a second simulation operation using the evolved agents, generating a new output set and thereby enabling analysis and comparison of simulation results. The disclosed adaptive simulation approach with persisted context enables realistic and dynamic modeling of complex systems.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2025Date of Patent: March 10, 2026Assignee: AARU, INC.Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378238Abstract: A computing platform can generate a virtual world and a set of virtual agents having agent traits and interaction rules. For example, by automatically analyzing experimenter queries, the platform can bind the agents to machine learning models that perform tasks responsive to the questions. The platform can generate additional hypotheticals to enable chains of simulations. The platform can execute a first simulation session by causing the set of agents to generate a first output set. Using an additional data source to generate new world characteristics, such as environmental and/or temporal conditions, the platform can generate and apply agent evolution logic for subsequent simulations, such as by performing mutation of agent traits, selection of agents, crossover of agent characteristics, and/or deletion of agents that do not meet a fitness threshold. The platform can persist agent states and outputs to generate user-interactive visualizations, aggregations, and training data sets for training agent models.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378384Abstract: Techniques for simulating multi-agent interactions within a virtual world in response to generated hypotheses are disclosed herein. A computing system can receive an input dataset of a first format and process the dataset, in connection with an input configuration, to generate a virtual world populated with a set of agents. The system can receive input (e.g., a query, an API message, an AI model output) specifying attributes of a particular item or scenario to test within the virtual world. Based on the input, the system can generate a hypothesis, execute a simulation session according to the hypothesis, and generate an associated output set for display on a graphical user interface. The disclosed techniques enable flexible, tunable simulations of various within the virtual world based on multimodal inputs and/or contextual information.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378385Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating multi-agent within a virtual world in response to generated hypotheses are disclosed herein. The system can generate a virtual world that includes a set of agents. The system can receive instructions that include a question, including a first query and a first input item, and a set of input traits, which can be used to instantiate a set of agents. The system can generate a first hypothesis representing the first input item and can execute a first simulation session to generate a first output set. The system can generate a second data schema associated with a second hypothesis and execute a second simulation session to generate, using the second hypothesis and the first query, a second output set. Accordingly, the system can generate a sentiment summary and display the sentiment (impression) summary at a graphical user interface (GUI) accessible to an experimenter.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378239Abstract: A platform for adaptive multi-agent simulation in a virtual world instantiates a set of agents with input traits and executes a simulation session, generating an output set. Upon detecting a change event in the virtual world, a trained model recommends an evolution operation, which is applied to the set of agents to generate an evolved set. The evolution operation includes mutation, selection, crossover, deletion of agents, or a combination thereof. The platform persists at least a portion of the initial output set and executes a second simulation operation using the evolved agents, generating a new output set and thereby enabling analysis and comparison of simulation results. The disclosed adaptive simulation approach with persisted context enables realistic and dynamic modeling of complex systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378383Abstract: A platform for multi-stage simulations in a multi-agent simulator computing system utilizes context sharing across simulation sessions. The platform generates agents based on input traits, executes simulation sessions to produce outputs, and persists outputs and agent configuration data (e.g., metadata associated with simulation sessions). A graphical user interface displays simulation outputs. In response to user interaction with a particular output item (e.g., a user follow-up query or inquiry into simulation traceability), the platform identifies the associated agent using persisted configuration data and performs additional operations, which can include generation and execution of additional queries for follow-up simulations.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378382Abstract: A computing platform can generate a virtual world and a set of virtual agents that have agent traits (attributes). A trait distribution for a set of agents Y can be generated by processing seed data to generate trait values T and a trait distribution algorithm. The algorithm assigns a particular trait value T? to an agent Y?, conforming to the trait distribution algorithm applied to the set of agents Y. The platform uses the agents in a simulation session, prompting an AI model with the particular trait value T? to generate an output set. The output set can be displayed and navigated to provide further information about the trait value T?, which enables analysis of agent behaviors and outputs based on agent traits.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20250378301Abstract: Techniques for simulating multi-agent interactions within a virtual world in response to generated hypotheses using dynamically retrieved external data are disclosed herein. A computing system can receive instructions including a user input with a seed phrase and provide the user input to a configuration generation model to generate agent traits associated with agents in a virtual world and/or data-source identifiers associated with external data sources. The system can retrieve external data from the external data sources and provide the agent traits and external data to a hypothesis generation model to generate a hypothesis that includes a constraint associated with the external data. The system can instantiate agents that have the agent traits and execute a simulation session consistent with the constraint (e.g., by causing the agents to generate an output set using the hypothesis and question). The system can generate a representation of the output set for analysis.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2025Publication date: December 11, 2025Inventors: Edward Koh, Cameron Fink, John Kessler
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Publication number: 20220349874Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods for obtaining endometrial stromal fibroblast cells from pluripotent stem cells, such as induced pluripotent stem cells. The present disclosure also provides methods of obtaining a three-dimensional, multilayered endometrial tissue composition. Methods of using the cells and tissue compositions in drug screening and therapeutic applications are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2022Publication date: November 3, 2022Inventors: Virginia Chu Cheung, John Kessler, Chian-Yu Peng
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Patent number: 10581828Abstract: A certification management system helps an organization develop and maintain a repository of current certification status of employees. The system may integrate multiple learning management systems and other enterprise level systems across the organization. The system facilitates identifying and enrolling targeted employees for any number and type of certification programs. The system may also implement and support reconfiguring certification programs, for example, during training, and enforcing recertification requirements according to maturing business needs. The system provides automated workflows that facilitate a formal, structured approach to the development and recognition of specific specialized skills at scale by infusing more consistency, rigor, and objectivity.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2015Date of Patent: March 3, 2020Assignee: Accenture Global Services LimitedInventors: John Kessler, Monica A Larosa, Ashok P Vira, Abdulquader A Kinariwala, Siddhartha S. Dhamankar, Gordon Trujillo
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Patent number: 10440005Abstract: A certification management system helps an organization develop and maintain a repository of current certification status of employees. The system may integrate multiple learning management systems and other enterprise level systems across the organization. The system facilitates identifying and enrolling targeted employees for any number and type of certification programs. The system may also implement and support reconfiguring certification programs, for example, during training, and enforcing recertification requirements according to maturing business needs. The system provides automated workflows that facilitate a formal, structured approach to the development and recognition of specific specialized skills at scale by infusing more consistency, rigor, and objectivity.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2015Date of Patent: October 8, 2019Assignee: Accenture Global Services LimitedInventors: John Kessler, Monica A Larosa, Ashok P Vira, Abdulquader A Kinariwala, Siddhartha S. Dhamankar, Gordon Trujillo
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Patent number: 9982469Abstract: A pivot bar for a tiltable window sash may include an elongated body, an anti-rotation feature and a retaining finger. The elongated body has first and second opposing ends and first and second opposing surfaces extending between the first and second ends. The elongated body also has a first longitudinal axis extending through the first and second ends. The first end may be configured to be received in a window balance assembly. The retaining finger may extend from the second surface and may be configured to engage the tiltable window sash.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2015Date of Patent: May 29, 2018Assignee: Caldwell Manufacturing Company North America, LLCInventors: Jay Sofianek, John Kessler
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Patent number: 9924365Abstract: A vehicle safety system and method for controlling usage of mobile devices in a vehicle is disclosed that includes determining mobile device location in the vehicle; determining vehicle movement; determining whether device is being used by the driver based on device location; and monitoring or limiting usage of the device based on whether its being used by the driver while the vehicle is moving. An electronic beacon located in the vehicle can be used in determining device location. The method can include monitoring activation and usage of device functionality; maintaining an enforcement list of functionality to be limited when used by the driver; determining if any functionality on the enforcement list is attempting to activate, and if so limiting or disabling activation of that functionality. The method can include generating a device motion/usage profile for the driver while driving, and scoring the driver based on the device motion/usage profile.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2017Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: Centric Consulting, LLCInventors: Chad Caldwell, Chris Martinez, John Kessler, Michael McKinney
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Publication number: 20170374553Abstract: A vehicle safety system and method for controlling usage of mobile devices in a vehicle is disclosed that includes determining mobile device location in the vehicle; determining vehicle movement; determining whether device is being used by the driver based on device location; and monitoring or limiting usage of the device based on whether its being used by the driver while the vehicle is moving. An electronic beacon located in the vehicle can be used in determining device location. The method can include monitoring activation and usage of device functionality; maintaining an enforcement list of functionality to be limited when used by the driver; determining if any functionality on the enforcement list is attempting to activate, and if so limiting or disabling activation of that functionality. The method can include generating a device motion/usage profile for the driver while driving, and scoring the driver based on the device motion/usage profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2017Publication date: December 28, 2017Applicant: Centric Consulting, LLCInventors: Chad Caldwell, Chris Martinez, John Kessler, Michael McKinney
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Patent number: 9749866Abstract: A vehicle safety system and method for controlling usage of mobile devices in a vehicle is disclosed that includes determining mobile device location in the vehicle; determining vehicle movement; determining whether device is being used by the driver based on device location; and monitoring or limiting usage of the device based on whether its being used by the driver while the vehicle is moving. An electronic beacon located in the vehicle can be used in determining device location. The method can include monitoring activation and usage of device functionality; maintaining an enforcement list of functionality to be limited when used by the driver; determining if any functionality on the enforcement list is attempting to activate, and if so limiting or disabling activation of that functionality. The method can include generating a device motion/usage profile for the driver while driving, and scoring the driver based on the device motion/usage profile.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2016Date of Patent: August 29, 2017Assignee: Centric Consulting, LLCInventors: Chad Caldwell, Chris Martinez, John Kessler, Michael McKinney
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Publication number: 20170150360Abstract: A vehicle safety system and method for controlling usage of mobile devices in a vehicle is disclosed that includes determining mobile device location in the vehicle; determining vehicle movement; determining whether device is being used by the driver based on device location; and monitoring or limiting usage of the device based on whether its being used by the driver while the vehicle is moving. An electronic beacon located in the vehicle can be used in determining device location. The method can include monitoring activation and usage of device functionality; maintaining an enforcement list of functionality to be limited when used by the driver; determining if any functionality on the enforcement list is attempting to activate, and if so limiting or disabling activation of that functionality. The method can include generating a device motion/usage profile for the driver while driving, and scoring the driver based on the device motion/usage profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2016Publication date: May 25, 2017Applicant: Centric Consulting, LLCInventors: Chad Caldwell, Chris Martinez, John Kessler, Michael McKinney
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Publication number: 20160381004Abstract: A certification management system helps an organization develop and maintain a repository of current certification status of employees. The system may integrate multiple learning management systems and other enterprise level systems across the organization. The system facilitates identifying and enrolling targeted employees for any number and type of certification programs. The system may also implement and support reconfiguring certification programs, for example, during training, and enforcing recertification requirements according to maturing business needs. The system provides automated workflows that facilitate a formal, structured approach to the development and recognition of specific specialized skills at scale by infusing more consistency, rigor, and objectivity.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2015Publication date: December 29, 2016Inventors: John Kessler, Monica A Larosa, Ashok P Vira, Abdulquader A Kinariwala, Siddhartha S. Dhamankar, Gordon Trujillo
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Publication number: 20160123048Abstract: A pivot bar for a tiltable window sash may include an elongated body, an anti-rotation feature and a retaining finger. The elongated body has first and second opposing ends and first and second opposing surfaces extending between the first and second ends. The elongated body also has a first longitudinal axis extending through the first and second ends. The first end may be configured to be received in a window balance assembly. The retaining finger may extend from the second surface and may be configured to engage the tiltable window sash.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2015Publication date: May 5, 2016Inventors: Jay Sofianek, John Kessler
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Patent number: 9181748Abstract: An air and/or debris dam for moving coil balance assembly for a hung window is disclosed. The air and/or debris dam is located between the carrier and a mounting location of a moving coil window balance assembly. The air and/or debris dam can travel within the jamb channel of a window frame assembly to inhibit airflow and/or the deposition of dust and/or debris in the jamb channel.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2015Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Assignee: Caldwell Manufacturing Company North America, LLCInventors: Jay Sofianek, John Kessler