Patents by Inventor Jorge E. Carbo

Jorge E. Carbo 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: 20200381349
    Abstract: A structure may include a first material, a second material joined to the first material at a junction between the first and second materials, and one or more media extending across the junction to form a continuous interconnect between the first and second materials, wherein the first and second materials are heterogeneous. The structure may further include a transition at the junction between the first and second materials. The one or more media may include a functional material which may be electrically conductive. The structure may further include a third material joined to the second material at a second junction between the second and third materials, the media may extend across the second junction to form a continuous interconnect between the first, second, and third materials, and the second and third materials may be heterogeneous.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2020
    Publication date: December 3, 2020
    Applicant: Liquid Wire Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Ronay, Jorge E. Carbo, Trevor Spiegel Antonio Rivera, Charles Kinzel, Michael Adventure Hopkins, Sai Srinivas Desabathina
  • Publication number: 20200288794
    Abstract: A vortex generator might be attached to various types of articles to reduce the drag. For example, vortex generators might be attached to a garment or to adhesive tape. In addition, vortex generators might be attached to various types of athletic equipment. A mapping can suggest placement of a vortex-generator arrangement on an article, as well as prescribe particular vortex-generator arrangements for regions of a person.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2020
    Publication date: September 17, 2020
    Inventors: Yuki Aihara, Leonard W. Brownlie, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Edward K, Harber, Ryan P. Henry, Irena Ilcheva, Susan L. Sokolowski
  • Publication number: 20200276858
    Abstract: Decals with dimensional offsets are disclosed. The decals may be part of a decal kit or may be applied to an article. The decals include an overlay having multiple dimensional spacers. When applied to an article, the decal overlay bonds to the article, securing the dimensional spacers between the overlay and the article creating dimensional offsets. The dimensional offsets are positioned on an interior surface of the article so that contact with a wearer's skin is minimized, reducing the perception of cling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2020
    Publication date: September 3, 2020
    Inventors: Yuki Aihara, Kimberly D. Baschak, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., David Sagan
  • Publication number: 20200253298
    Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to an apparel item having an integrated lighting system and method of forming the apparel item having the integrated lighting system. The integrated lighting system comprises a power supply unit affixed to the apparel item, one or more light arrays having visible light sources affixed to the apparel item, and one or more conductive traces affixed to the apparel item, where the conductive traces extend from the power supply unit to the light arrays and electrically couple the two such that the light arrays are powered when the power supply unit is operating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2020
    Publication date: August 13, 2020
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Iustinia Koshkaroff, Amir H. Morgan, Luke A. Pezzimenti
  • Patent number: 10716340
    Abstract: A vortex generator might be attached to various types of articles to reduce the drag. For example, vortex generators might be attached to a garment or to adhesive tape. In addition, vortex generators might be attached to various types of athletic equipment. A mapping can suggest placement of a vortex-generator arrangement on an article, as well as prescribe particular vortex-generator arrangements for regions of a person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yuki Aihara, Leonard W. Brownlie, Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Edward L. Harber, Ryan P. Henry, Irena Ilcheva, Susan L. Sokolowski
  • Patent number: 10696089
    Abstract: Decals with dimensional offsets are disclosed. The decals may be part of a decal kit or may be applied to an article. The decals include an overlay having multiple dimensional spacers. When applied to an article, the decal overlay bonds to the article, securing the dimensional spacers between the overlay and the article creating dimensional offsets. The dimensional offsets are positioned on an interior surface of the article so that contact with a wearer's skin is minimized, reducing the perception of cling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Yuki Aihara, Kimberly D. Baschak, Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., David Sagan
  • Publication number: 20190200690
    Abstract: Aspects herein are directed to an apparel item having an integrated lighting system and method of forming the apparel item having the integrated lighting system. The integrated lighting system comprises a power supply unit affixed to the apparel item, one or more light arrays having visible light sources affixed to the apparel item, and one or more conductive traces affixed to the apparel item, where the conductive traces extend from the power supply unit to the light arrays and electrically couple the two such that the light arrays are powered when the power supply unit is operating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2017
    Publication date: July 4, 2019
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Kimberly R. Fisher, Alice Fockele, Iustinia Koshkaroff, Amir H. Morgan, Luke A. Pezzimenti
  • Publication number: 20190142082
    Abstract: An aerodynamic garment may comprise zones with applied textures. Each zone may be associated with properties and characteristics based on the movement of the garment associated with each zone through air during an athletic activity. The texture in each zone may be applied using a variety of methods such as printing. Terminal edges of the garment may be treated with silicone or other elastomers to prevent fraying, eliminate stitching, and provide a snug, aerodynamic fit. The resulting aerodynamic garment improves the performance of an athlete wearing the aerodynamic garment by reducing the aerodynamic drag experienced during the performance of the athletic activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2019
    Publication date: May 16, 2019
    Inventors: Matthew D. Nordstrom, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Leonard W. Brownlie
  • Patent number: 10271592
    Abstract: An article of protective equipment includes a one-piece body. The body includes a first region, an edge, and a second region. The first region is formed from a first composite material having a first matrix component and a first reinforcement component. The second region extends between the first region and the edge. The second region is formed from a second composite material having a second matrix material and a second reinforcement component. One of the first reinforcement component and the second reinforcement component has a plurality of first items arranged randomly. The other of the first reinforcement component and the second reinforcement component has a plurality of second items arranged in a predetermined arrangement. The body is configured to protect the wearer from an input load, and the second region is configured to flex under the influence of the input load.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Nathan Demarest
  • Patent number: 10271590
    Abstract: A protective covering is provided having a central protective plate portion and a terminal edge portion encircling the central protective plate portion. A coupling region is interposed between the terminal edge portion and the central protective plate portion. The coupling region transitions from a pliable material of the terminal edge portion to a rigid material of the central protective plate portion, where the coupling region extends from a first edge to a second edge. The first edge has a higher concentration of the pliable material than the rigid material and the second edge has a higher concentration of the rigid material than the pliable material. A first surface of the coupling region has a higher concentration of the pliable material than the rigid material and a second surface of the coupling region has a higher concentration of the rigid material than the pliable material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Ryan P. Henry, Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Kevin C. Sze
  • Publication number: 20180360139
    Abstract: An aerodynamic garment may comprise zones with applied textures. Each zone may be associated with properties and characteristics based on the movement of the garment associated with each zone through air during an athletic activity. The texture in each zone may be applied using a variety of methods such as printing. Terminal edges of the garment may be treated with silicone or other elastomers to prevent fraying, eliminate stitching, and provide a snug, aerodynamic fit. The resulting aerodynamic garment improves the performance of an athlete wearing the aerodynamic garment by reducing the aerodynamic drag experienced during the performance of the athletic activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2012
    Publication date: December 20, 2018
    Applicant: Nike, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew D. Nordstom, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Leonard W. Brownlie
  • Patent number: 10028550
    Abstract: An article of footwear is provided and may include an upper and an outsole. The outsole may be formed from a rigid material and may include a heat-reflective coating opposing the ground during use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2018
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Bryan N. Farris
  • Publication number: 20180192711
    Abstract: Drag-reducing exercise equipment in the form of a aerodynamic garment may comprise zones with applied textures. Each zone may be associated with properties and characteristics based on the movement of the garment associated with each zone through air during an athletic activity. The texture in each zone may be applied using a variety of methods such as printing. The resulting aerodynamic garment improves the performance of an athlete wearing the aerodynamic garment by reducing the aerodynamic drag experienced during the performance of the athletic activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2018
    Publication date: July 12, 2018
    Inventors: Matthew D. Nordstrom, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Leonard W. Brownlie
  • Patent number: 9625362
    Abstract: A method of impact testing an article of protective equipment includes mounting the article of protective equipment on a deformable member. The method also includes impacting the article of protective equipment with an impact object. Moreover, the method includes detecting an effect of impact on the deformable member due to impacting the article of protective equipment with the impact object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2017
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Martine I. V. Mientjes, Jeffrey D. Allison
  • Publication number: 20170087924
    Abstract: Decals with dimensional offsets are disclosed. The decals may be part of a decal kit or may be applied to an article. The decals include an overlay having multiple dimensional spacers. When applied to an article, the decal overlay bonds to the article, securing the dimensional spacers between the overlay and the article creating dimensional offsets. The dimensional offsets are positioned on an interior surface of the article so that contact with a wearer's skin is minimized, reducing the perception of cling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2016
    Publication date: March 30, 2017
    Inventors: Yuki Aihara, Kim D. Baschak, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., David Sagan
  • Publication number: 20160345641
    Abstract: A vortex generator might be attached to various types of articles to reduce the drag. For example, vortex generators might be attached to a garment or to adhesive tape. In addition, vortex generators might be attached to various types of athletic equipment. A mapping can suggest placement of a vortex-generator arrangement on an article, as well as prescribe particular vortex-generator arrangements for regions of a person.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2016
    Publication date: December 1, 2016
    Inventors: Yuki Aihara, Leonard W. Brownlie, Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Edward L. Harber, Ryan P. Henry, Irena Ilcheva, Susan L. Sokolowski
  • Publication number: 20160255885
    Abstract: A protective covering is provided having a central protective plate portion and a terminal edge portion encircling the central protective plate portion. A coupling region is interposed between the terminal edge portion and the central protective plate portion. The coupling region transitions from a pliable material of the terminal edge portion to a rigid material of the central protective plate portion, where the coupling region extends from a first edge to a second edge. The first edge has a higher concentration of the pliable material than the rigid material and the second edge has a higher concentration of the rigid material than the pliable material. A first surface of the coupling region has a higher concentration of the pliable material than the rigid material and a second surface of the coupling region has a higher concentration of the rigid material than the pliable material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2015
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Inventors: Ryan P. Henry, Jorge E. Carbo, JR., Kevin C. Sze
  • Publication number: 20150268145
    Abstract: A method of impact testing an article of protective equipment includes mounting the article of protective equipment on a deformable member. The method also includes impacting the article of protective equipment with an impact object. Moreover, the method includes detecting an effect of impact on the deformable member due to impacting the article of protective equipment with the impact object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Publication date: September 24, 2015
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Martine I.V. Mientjes, Jeffrey D. Allison
  • Patent number: 9080931
    Abstract: A method of impact testing an article of protective equipment includes mounting the article of protective equipment on a deformable member. The method also includes impacting the article of protective equipment with an impact object. Moreover, the method includes detecting an effect of impact on the deformable member due to impacting the article of protective equipment with the impact object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Jr., Martine I. V. Mientjes, Jeffrey D. Allison
  • Patent number: 8997579
    Abstract: A mount assembly for compression testing of an article of apparel on a compression testing machine. The machine has a head and a sensor. The mount assembly includes a substantially rigid core member and a resilient member that is supported on and that at least partially covers the cover member. The resilient member is configured to support the article of apparel thereon. The resilient member is configured to resiliently deform in response to a compression applied to the article of apparel from the head of the impact testing machine. As such, the sensor detects an effect of the compression on at least one of the resilient member and the core member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Jorge E. Carbo, Martine I. V. Mientjes, Jeffrey D. Allison