Patents by Inventor Joseph Foley

Joseph Foley 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: 20220255296
    Abstract: In an example, the disclosed technology includes a laser source, comprising a plurality of pump elements configured to generate laser light, a controller coupled to the plurality of pump elements, configured to select individual drive current levels to be provided to respective ones of the plurality of pump elements responsive to a request for a laser power level and at least one power supply coupled to one or more of the plurality of pump elements for driving individual pump elements at selected drive currents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2020
    Publication date: August 11, 2022
    Applicant: NLIGHT, INC.
    Inventors: Tyson L. LOWDER, Robert Joseph FOLEY, Michael C. NELSON
  • Patent number: 10838603
    Abstract: A system includes a laser system situated to generate a laser beam, a controller situated to control a path of the laser beam on a target and to control a variation of one or more waveforms associated with the laser beam, and a display coupled to the controller and situated to display a plurality of list data portions that include waveform parameters and a simulated waveform based on the plurality of list data portions, wherein the simulated waveform includes a plurality of simulated waveform portions that are predictive of the one or more waveforms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2020
    Assignee: nLIGHT, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Foley
  • Publication number: 20190392257
    Abstract: An apparatus, method, and computer program product for the improved development of training data sets for use in connection with machine learning models capable of operating on natural language data records and other unstructured data in a network environment. Some example implementations provide for the generation and presentation of record images in a user interface that allows captures user actions reflecting higher-order data analysis and discernment for incorporation into training protocols used for machine learning models.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Publication date: December 26, 2019
    Inventors: Colum Patrick Joseph Foley, Jennifer M. Bakker, Danial Clements
  • Patent number: 10447004
    Abstract: A laser diode system includes plurality of laser pumps, each of the plurality of laser pumps including a plurality of laser diode drivers and a plurality of laser diode elements, wherein each of the plurality of laser diode drivers is electrically coupled to power at least two of the plurality of laser diode elements. A combiner electrically is coupled to the plurality of laser diode elements to combine an output of each of the plurality of laser pumps to generate a combined output light. A controller identifies a failed laser pump or a failed laser diode element, receives an encoded key to gain access to the controller, and disables the failed laser pump or the failed laser diode element based at least in part on authenticating the encoded key.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2019
    Assignee: NLIGHT, INC.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Foley
  • Patent number: 10396525
    Abstract: A laser diode system includes plurality of laser pumps, each of the plurality of laser pumps including a plurality of laser diode drivers and a plurality of laser diode elements, wherein each of the plurality of laser diode drivers is electrically coupled to power at least two of the plurality of laser diode elements. A combiner electrically is coupled to the plurality of laser diode elements to combine an output of each of the plurality of laser pumps to generate a combined output light. A controller identifies a failed laser pump or a failed laser diode element, receives an encoded key to gain access to the controller, and disables the failed laser pump or the failed laser diode element based at least in part on authenticating the encoded key.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: NLIGHT, INC.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Foley
  • Publication number: 20170147191
    Abstract: A system includes a laser system situated to generate a laser beam, a controller situated to control a path of the laser beam on a target and to control a variation of one or more waveforms associated with the laser beam, and a display coupled to the controller and situated to display a plurality of list data portions that include waveform parameters and a simulated waveform based on the plurality of list data portions, wherein the simulated waveform includes a plurality of simulated waveform portions that are predictive of the one or more waveforms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2016
    Publication date: May 25, 2017
    Applicant: nLIGHT, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Foley
  • Publication number: 20170149203
    Abstract: A laser diode system includes plurality of laser pumps, each of the plurality of laser pumps including a plurality of laser diode drivers and a plurality of laser diode elements, wherein each of the plurality of laser diode drivers is electrically coupled to power at least two of the plurality of laser diode elements. A combiner electrically is coupled to the plurality of laser diode elements to combine an output of each of the plurality of laser pumps to generate a combined output light. A controller identifies a failed laser pump or a failed laser diode element, receives an encoded key to gain access to the controller, and disables the failed laser pump or the failed laser diode element based at least in part on authenticating the encoded key.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2016
    Publication date: May 25, 2017
    Applicant: NLIGHT, INC.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Foley
  • Patent number: 9558914
    Abstract: A charge monitor having a Langmuir probe is provided, wherein a positive and negative charge rectifier are operably coupled to the probe and configured to pass only a positive and negative charges therethrough, respectively. A positive current integrator is operably coupled to the positive charge rectifier, wherein the positive current integrator is biased via a positive threshold voltage, and wherein the positive current integrator is configured to output a positive dosage based, at least in part, on the positive threshold voltage. A negative current integrator is operably coupled to the negative charge rectifier, wherein the negative current integrator is biased via a negative threshold voltage, and wherein the negative current integrator is configured to output a negative dosage based, at least in part, on the negative threshold voltage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: AXCELIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Marvin Farley, Takao Sakase, Joseph Foley
  • Publication number: 20160247664
    Abstract: A charge monitor having a Langmuir probe is provided, wherein a positive and negative charge rectifier are operably coupled to the probe and configured to pass only a positive and negative charges therethrough, respectively. A positive current integrator is operably coupled to the positive charge rectifier, wherein the positive current integrator is biased via a positive threshold voltage, and wherein the positive current integrator is configured to output a positive dosage based, at least in part, on the positive threshold voltage. A negative current integrator is operably coupled to the negative charge rectifier, wherein the negative current integrator is biased via a negative threshold voltage, and wherein the negative current integrator is configured to output a negative dosage based, at least in part, on the negative threshold voltage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2015
    Publication date: August 25, 2016
    Inventors: Marvin Farley, Takao Sakase, Joseph Foley
  • Patent number: 8205512
    Abstract: Embodiments include systems and methods for collection and identification of particulates in the air. In one embodiment, two different path ways are provided from a single adjustable inlet: one for collection and one for detection. A removable insert positionable within a collection tube enables a user to switch between the collection mode and the detection mode. This embodiment captures both the physical mechanisms of switching the air flow paths as well as sequencing of controls and valves and regulation or changing the air flow rate in the different modes of operation. This and other embodiments are disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2012
    Assignee: Airogistic, L.L.P
    Inventors: Jeffrey Charles Michalski, Matthew Tant Richardson, Michael Joseph Foley
  • Publication number: 20080105836
    Abstract: An ion implantation apparatus, system, and method are provided for connecting and disconnecting a workpiece holder from a scan arm. A twist head is provided, wherein an electrostatic chuck is operable to be mounted, wherein one or more rotating and non-rotating members associated with one or more of the twist head and electrostatic chuck have one or more dynamic electrical and fluid rotary connections associated therewith. The electrostatic chuck is further operable to be removed from the twist head without disconnecting the one or more dynamic fluid seals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2007
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Inventors: Ari Eiriksson, Donovan Beckel, Robert Mitchell, Michel Pharand, Marvin LaFontaine, Ashwin Purohit, Steven Weed, Wayne Arseneault, Shantanu Pathak, Joseph Foley
  • Publication number: 20080094220
    Abstract: The present invention provides various techniques to improve the security of data transmissions in RFID systems. Systems and methods for constructing more secure RFID tags, readers, and servers are disclosed enabling individuals to minimize privacy exposure while taking care to avoid needlessly overcomplicating the user's RFID transactions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Inventors: Joseph Foley, Sanjay Sarma
  • Patent number: 6238873
    Abstract: Disclosed are methods for discovering agonists and antagonists of the interaction between UDP-glucose, UDP-galactose, UDP-glucuronic acid, UDP-N-acetyl glucosamine, as well as related UDP sugars, and their cellular receptor, human KIAA0001, which may have utility in the treatment of several human diseases and disorders, including, but not limited to: infections such as bacterial, fungal, protozoan and viral infections, particularly infections caused by HIV-1 or HIV-2; pain; cancers; diabetes, obesity; anorexia; bulimia; asthma; Parkinson's disease; acute heart failure; hypotension; hypertension; urinary retention; osteoporosis; angina pectoris; myocardial infarction; restenosis; atherosclerosis; diseases characterized by excessive smooth muscle cell proliferation; aneurysms; wound healing; diseases characterized by loss of smooth muscle cells or reduced smooth muscle cell proliferation; stroke; ischemia; ulcers; asthma; allergies; benign prostatic hypertrophy; migraine; vomiting; psychotic and neurologic
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2001
    Assignee: Smithkline Beecham Corporation
    Inventors: Robert S. Ames, Anne Romanic Arnold, Jonathan K. Chambers, James Joseph Foley, Henry M. Sarau, Brian R. Stewart
  • Patent number: 6126726
    Abstract: A turbine generator hydrogen filtration system having an improved membrane filter for the removal of gases and particulates is provided. The system comprises a membrane filter operably connected with defoaming tanks. The hydrogen stream is routed through an improved membrane filter where air and other contaminants such as oil are removed. The hydrogen is recirculated into the hydrogen cooled generator. The membrane filter employed in the system is one of several palladium based membrane filters which effectively remove air and other contaminants and provide high hydrogen through-put.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2000
    Assignee: Siemens Westinghouse Power Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Joseph Foley, Jr., Owen Russell Snuttjer
  • Patent number: 5957572
    Abstract: A method, system and apparatus for supporting a light fixture in an aperture formed in a planar member is disclosed. An aperture is first cut in the planar member at the point where the lighting fixture is to be installed and a light fixture support structure having at least two mounting straps positioned about the perimeter of the light fixture support structure for retaining the light fixture support structure in position in the aperture formed in the planar member is positioned in the aperture by an installer. The light fixture support structure mounting straps are then positioned contiguous with the inner surface of the planar member and are manipulated such that the light fixture support structure is maintained in position in the aperture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 28, 1999
    Assignee: Lightolier
    Inventors: Robert James Wedekind, Mark Owen Jones, Graham Michael Rippel, Dennis Joseph Foley
  • Patent number: 5957573
    Abstract: An improved recessed fixture frame and method for installing the recessed fixture frame in new, existing or rough-in construction is disclosed. The improved recessed fixture frame includes a frame band for supporting and surrounding a fixture housing and at least one mounting assembly connected to the frame band in such a manner that the frame band is capable of being adjusted between the ends of the mounting bars. The mounting assembly includes at least one hinged mounting stub operatively hingeably connected to at least one end of the mounting assembly. Each hinged mounting stub includes a fastening means for affixing the recessed fixture frame to a structural member in a first position. In the first position, the recessed fixture frame extends downwardly from the structural member. After the fixture frame has been wired-in, the fixture frame is rotated about ninety degrees (90.degree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 28, 1999
    Assignee: Lightolier Division of The Genlyte Group Inc.
    Inventors: Robert James Wedekind, Mark Owen Jones, Graham Michael Rippel, Dennis Joseph Foley, Joseph Anthony Capostagno
  • Patent number: D776826
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Tricam Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Foley, Benjamin Williams, Dennis Simpson