Patents by Inventor Joseph Turner
Joseph Turner 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: 10298422Abstract: A multi-stage amplifier circuit equalizes an input signal through multiple signal amplification paths. DC gain is kept substantially constant over frequency, while adjustable high-frequency gain provides equalization (e.g., peaking). Various embodiments include a common source topology, a common gate topology, differential signaling topologies, and a topology suitable for stabilizing a voltage supply against high-frequency transient loads. A system may include one or more integrated circuits that may each include one or more instances of the multi-stage amplifier.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2018Date of Patent: May 21, 2019Assignee: NVIDIA CorporationInventors: Sanquan Song, Nikola Nedovic, John Michael Wilson, John W. Poulton, Walker Joseph Turner
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Patent number: 10275858Abstract: Representative embodiments disclose mechanisms to flatten an image comprising at least one curved or bent edge. An image is received from a capture device and a UI is presented that allows a user to define a general vicinity of an item in the image to be flattened. The system analyzes pixels in the general vicinity to identify the highest probability of a corner in each general vicinity. The gradient of pixels between the corners is calculated and pixels scores are calculated based on the gradient. The pixels with the lowest scores between each corner are used as an edge. Smoothing is applied to each edge. Dimensions of the flat representation are calculated and the system maps pixels bounded by the edges and corners to pixels in the flat representation and copies the mapped pixels to the flat representation.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2017Date of Patent: April 30, 2019Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: Jerome Joseph Turner, Christopher Chinwen Yu
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Patent number: 10238677Abstract: The present invention pertains to prevention of and/or treatment for filariasis. In particular, the present invention pertains to the use of tylosin A and its analogs and derivatives to prevent or treat filarial worm infection and/or diseases associated with filarial worm infection. The present invention also pertains to pharmaceutical compositions comprising tylosin A or an analog or derivative thereof for use in preventing or treating filarial worm infection and/or diseases associated with filarial worm infection.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2016Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignees: LIVERPOOL SCHOOL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE, ABBVIE INC.Inventors: Thomas W. Von Geldern, Dale J. Kempf, Kennan C. Marsh, Mark John Taylor, Stephen Andrew Ward, Louise Ford, Joseph Turner
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Publication number: 20190076688Abstract: A device for suspending gymnastic rings and handles is described. The device has a power spring to automatically retract a strap onto a spool. There is a cam buckle that holds the strap in place at a desired height. There are marks on the strap to use as reference to easily match the rings to the same height. The device is typically used as a pair, one device for each ring. Many handle and bars can be attached.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2014Publication date: March 14, 2019Inventor: Joseph TURNER
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Patent number: 10075327Abstract: The subject disclosure is directed towards a technology that automatically mitigates datacenter failures, instead of relying on human intervention to diagnose and repair the network. Via a mitigation pipeline, when a network failure is detected, a candidate set of components that are likely to be the cause of the failure is identified, with mitigation actions iteratively targeting each component to attempt to alleviate the problem. The impact to the network is estimated to ensure that the redundancy present in the network will be able to handle the mitigation action without adverse disruption to the network.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2015Date of Patent: September 11, 2018Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: David A. Maltz, Lihua Yuan, Ming Zhang, Xin Wu, Daniel Joseph Turner, Chao-Chih Chen
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Patent number: 10065067Abstract: An exercise machine that provides a generally consistent resistive force against a user who walks, steps, or runs away from the machine as part of a strength training exercise program. The machine is built upon a movable frame having transport wheel assemblies that allow the exercise machine to be placed on an indoor floor surface or on the ground outdoors. The frame of the device further supports three parallel spinning assemblies that together allow a length of linear strap attached to the user to run out from the machine and thereafter be retracted or rewound back into the machine. The spinning assemblies include a flywheel assembly, a spool assembly, and a spring assembly, each co-axially arranged on a spin axle extending across the frame. The spring assembly is fixed against the frame and incorporates a coil spring that tightens with the rotation of the spin axle in a first direction (allowing the linear run-out strap to extend out from the spool assembly).Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2014Date of Patent: September 4, 2018Inventor: Joseph Turner
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Publication number: 20180211366Abstract: Representative embodiments disclose mechanisms to flatten an image comprising at least one curved or bent edge. An image is received from a capture device and a UI is presented that allows a user to define a general vicinity of an item in the image to be flattened. The system analyzes pixels in the general vicinity to identify the highest probability of a corner in each general vicinity. The gradient of pixels between the corners is calculated and pixels scores are calculated based on the gradient. The pixels with the lowest scores between each corner are used as an edge. Smoothing is applied to each edge. Dimensions of the flat representation are calculated and the system maps pixels bounded by the edges and corners to pixels in the flat representation and copies the mapped pixels to the flat representation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2017Publication date: July 26, 2018Inventors: Jerome Joseph Turner, Christopher Chinwen Yu
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Patent number: 9935584Abstract: A self-biased gyrator-based input receiver amplifies and equalizes single-ended signals. The input receiver implements inductive impedance useful for high-frequency peaking circuits using an active gyrator-C circuit comprising only resistive, capacitive, and transistor elements, which are easily and efficiently fabricated on a conventional integrated circuit. Transistors comprising the input receiver, along with resistive elements and capacitive elements may be implemented as digitally adjustable circuit elements, providing for adjustment of at least peak frequency, low-frequency gain, and termination impedance.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2017Date of Patent: April 3, 2018Assignee: NVIDIA CorporationInventors: Walker Joseph Turner, John W. Poulton, Wenxu Zhao
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Publication number: 20170368088Abstract: The present invention pertains to prevention of and/or treatment for filariasis. In particular, the present invention pertains to the use of tylosin A and its analogs and derivatives to prevent or treat filarial worm infection and/or diseases associated with filarial worm infection. The present invention also pertains to pharmaceutical compositions comprising tylosin A or an analog or derivative thereof for use in preventing or treating filarial worm infection and/or diseases associated with filarial worm infection.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2016Publication date: December 28, 2017Applicants: AbbVie Inc., Liverpool School of Tropical MedicineInventors: Thomas W. VON GELDERN, Dale J. KEMPF, Kennan C. MARSH, Mark John TAYLOR, Stephen Andrew WARD, Louis FORD, Joseph TURNER
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Publication number: 20170197104Abstract: An exercise machine that provides a generally consistent resistive force against a user who walks, steps, or runs away from the machine as part of a strength training exercise program. The machine is built upon a movable frame having transport wheel assemblies that allow the exercise machine to be placed on an indoor floor surface or on the ground outdoors. The frame of the device further supports three parallel spinning assemblies that together allow a length of linear strap attached to the user to run out from the machine and thereafter be retracted or rewound back into the machine. The spinning assemblies include a flywheel assembly, a spool assembly, and a spring assembly, each co-axially arranged on a spin axle extending across the frame. The spring assembly is fixed against the frame and incorporates a coil spring that tightens with the rotation of the spin axle in a first direction (allowing the linear run-out strap to extend out from the spool assembly).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2014Publication date: July 13, 2017Inventor: Joseph Turner
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Patent number: 9365402Abstract: A communication assembly includes a crane structured to elevate a platform coupled to the crane. A remote unit is held by a first user in the platform of the crane. A remote processor is coupled to the remote unit. A remote transceiver is coupled to the remote unit. A pair of sticks is coupled to the remote unit. The sticks are manipulated by the first user to issue a selected one of a plurality of movement commands with respect to the platform of the crane. A base unit is positioned within a cab of the crane. A base processor is coupled to the base unit. A base transceiver receives the movement commands from the pair of sticks. A display is coupled to the base unit and displays indicia relating to the movement commands. The second user manipulates the platform of the crane to correspond to the movement commands.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2014Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Inventors: Joseph Turner, Forrest Hutchinson
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Publication number: 20160046471Abstract: A communication assembly includes a crane structured to elevate a platform coupled to the crane. A remote unit is held by a first user in the platform of the crane. A remote processor is coupled to the remote unit. A remote transceiver is coupled to the remote unit. A pair of sticks is coupled to the remote unit. The sticks are manipulated by the first user to issue a selected one of a plurality of movement commands with respect to the platform of the crane. A base unit is positioned within a cab of the crane. A base processor is coupled to the base unit. A base transceiver receives the movement commands from the pair of sticks. A display is coupled to the base unit and displays indicia relating to the movement commands. The second user manipulates the platform of the crane to correspond to the movement commands.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2014Publication date: February 18, 2016Inventors: Joseph Turner, Forrest Hutchinson
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Patent number: 9258387Abstract: Disclosed is a system configured to create, organize, and monitor computer searches across a large number of networked computers. The system allows individual searches to be created and tailored depending upon specific objectives. Once established, the system permits the search parameters to be subsequently edited as needed. A graphical user interface (GUI) allows users to view established searches and to monitor searches once activated. Search results can also be tabulated by way of the GUI.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2014Date of Patent: February 9, 2016Assignee: RAYTHEON COMPANYInventor: Joseph A. Turner
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Publication number: 20160020940Abstract: The subject disclosure is directed towards a technology that automatically mitigates datacenter failures, instead of relying on human intervention to diagnose and repair the network. Via a mitigation pipeline, when a network failure is detected, a candidate set of components that are likely to be the cause of the failure is identified, with mitigation actions iteratively targeting each component to attempt to alleviate the problem. The impact to the network is estimated to ensure that the redundancy present in the network will be able to handle the mitigation action without adverse disruption to the network.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2015Publication date: January 21, 2016Inventors: David A. Maltz, Lihua Yuan, Ming Zhang, Xin Wu, Daniel Joseph Turner, Chao-Chih Chen
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Patent number: 9025434Abstract: The subject disclosure is directed towards a technology that automatically mitigates datacenter failures, instead of relying on human intervention to diagnose and repair the network. Via a mitigation pipeline, when a network failure is detected, a candidate set of components that are likely to be the cause of the failure is identified, with mitigation actions iteratively targeting each component to attempt to alleviate the problem. The impact to the network is estimated to ensure that the redundancy present in the network will be able to handle the mitigation action without adverse disruption to the network.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: May 5, 2015Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: David A. Maltz, Lihua Yuan, Ming Zhang, Xin Wu, Daniel Joseph Turner, Chao-Chih Chen
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Publication number: 20150112889Abstract: A minimum margin requirement associated with an account may be determined by calculating, by a computer system, a first margin requirement for each of a plurality of derivatives positions associated with an account, calculating, by the computer system, a second spread margin requirement for each of one or more spread positions corresponding to the plurality of derivatives positions associated with the account, and determining, by the computer system, a minimum account margin requirement for the account using a linear programming technique and based on the first margin requirement for each of the plurality of derivatives positions and the second spread margin requirement for each of the one or more spread positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Applicant: CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE, INC.Inventors: John Kerpel, John Labuszewski, Richard Co, John Nyhoff, Joseph Turner
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Publication number: 20150106038Abstract: A system and methods with which changes in microstructure properties such as grain size, grain elongation, texture, and porosity of materials can be determined and monitored over time to assess conditions such as stress and defects. An example system includes a number of ultrasonic transducers configured to transmit ultrasonic waves towards a target region on a specimen, a voltage source configured to excite the first and second ultrasonic transducers, and a processor configured to determine one or more properties of the specimen.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2014Publication date: April 16, 2015Inventor: Joseph A. Turner
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Patent number: 8918657Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, machine, device, manufacture, circuit, and/or user interface adapted for, and/or a method and/or machine-readable medium comprising machine-implementable instructions for, activities that can comprise, based on a predicted non-zero future power requirement for performing one or more portions of an expected workload by a predetermined system, the predicted future power requirement based on a past power requirement for performing one or more portions of a known workload by the predetermined system, automatically causing a change from a first power state of the predetermined system to a second power state that does not violate a specification for performing the one or more portions of the expected workload.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2009Date of Patent: December 23, 2014Assignee: Virginia Tech Intellectual PropertiesInventors: Kirk Cameron, Joseph Turner
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Patent number: 8887572Abstract: A system and methods with which changes in microstructure properties such as grain size, grain elongation, texture, and porosity of materials can be determined and monitored over time to assess conditions such as stress and defects. An example system includes a number of ultrasonic transducers configured to transmit ultrasonic waves towards a target region on a specimen, a voltage source configured to excite the first and second ultrasonic transducers, and a processor configured to determine one or more properties of the specimen.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2011Date of Patent: November 18, 2014Assignee: Board of Regents of the University of NebraskaInventor: Joseph A. Turner
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Publication number: 20140316812Abstract: Disclosed is a method of streamlining the intake registration of a patient at a healthcare provider facility. A secure, online database is provided via web-based interface portal for a patient to enter and store the patient's private health information (PHI) data. A unique readable scanning code, such as a QR code, is assigned to the patient's stored data. The scanning code is placed on items that may be carried by the patient, such as, wallet-sized cards, pendants, stickers, or via display on the patient's mobile devices or PC devices. The healthcare provider facility is provided with a scanner to read the QR code. The patient controls access to the PHI data via levels of security set by the patient. Upon entering the healthcare provider facility, the patient's QR code is scanned, and the permitted level(s) of PHI data are automatically populated into the facility's electronic health record system(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2014Publication date: October 23, 2014Inventors: Joseph Turner Hathorn, Christopher Chi Yong Kwon