Patents by Inventor Kenneth A. Cupples

Kenneth A. Cupples 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).

  • Patent number: 11901677
    Abstract: The disclosed angled modular edge patching system is configured to be mounted to a ceiling, furniture or wall, facilitate cable management functions and enhance space utilization. The disclosed angled modular edge patching system including a patch panel element and a base, which are configured to be releasably engaged.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2024
    Assignee: Legrand DPC, LLC
    Inventors: Michael J. Moldoch, Jason Finnegan, Yann Morvan, Kenneth A. Cupples, Dylan Petruskevicius, Frank B. Ruotolo
  • Publication number: 20220302659
    Abstract: The disclosed angled modular edge patching system is configured to be mounted to a ceiling, furniture or wall, facilitate cable management functions and enhance space utilization. The disclosed angled modular edge patching system including a patch panel element and a base, which are configured to be releasably engaged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2022
    Publication date: September 22, 2022
    Applicant: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Moldoch, Jason Finnegan, Yann Morvan, Kenneth A. Cupples, Dylan Petruskevicius, Frank B. Ruotolo
  • Patent number: 11417992
    Abstract: The disclosed angled modular edge patching system is configured to be mounted to a ceiling, furniture or wall, facilitate cable management functions and enhance space utilization. The disclosed angled modular edge patching system including a patch panel element and a base, which are configured to be releasably engaged.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Moldoch, Jason Finnegan, Yann Morvan, Kenneth A. Cupples, Dylan Petruskevicius, Frank B. Ruotolo
  • Publication number: 20200395719
    Abstract: The disclosed angled modular edge patching system is configured to be mounted to a ceiling, furniture or wall, facilitate cable management functions and enhance space utilization. The disclosed angled modular edge patching system including a patch panel element and a base, which are configured to be releasably engaged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2020
    Publication date: December 17, 2020
    Applicant: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Micheal J. Moldoch, Jason Finnegan, Yann Morvan, Kenneth A. Cupples, Dylan Petruskevicius, Frank B. Ruotolo
  • Patent number: 10322868
    Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to cable dispenser systems that generally include at least two cable assemblies. The cable assemblies includes at least one cable that includes an elongated cord. The cable assemblies include a support element configured and dimensioned to support the at least one cable thereon. The systems include a housing configured and dimensioned to receive the cable assemblies. The housing includes at least one opening for dispensing each of the cable assemblies. Dispensing a first cable assembly from the opening repositions a second cable assembly adjacent to the opening. Exemplary embodiments are also directed to methods of cable assembly dispensing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2019
    Assignee: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth A. Cupples, Adam Murano
  • Patent number: 9601880
    Abstract: Cable assemblies, methods and systems are provided that generally include a first patch cord, a second patch cord and a third patch cord that are removably positioned within a housing for packaging and payout thereof. The first patch cord includes a first elongated cord and a first connector mounted with respect to one end of the first elongated cord. The second patch cord generally includes a second elongated cord and a second connector mounted with respect to one end of the second elongated cord. The third patch cord generally includes a third elongated cord and a third connector mounted with respect to one end of the third elongated cord. The patch cord assemblies generally include a first coupler element for detachably securing the first patch cord relative to the second patch cord. A second coupler element is provided for detachably securing the second patch cord relative to the third patch cord.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Assignee: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Chester H. Rynaski, Gregg J. LaFontaine, Kenneth A. Cupples, Adam Murano
  • Publication number: 20150280363
    Abstract: Cable assemblies, methods and systems are provided that generally include a first patch cord, a second patch cord and a third patch cord that are removably positioned within a housing for packaging and payout thereof. The first patch cord includes a first elongated cord and a first connector mounted with respect to one end of the first elongated cord. The second patch cord generally includes a second elongated cord and a second connector mounted with respect to one end of the second elongated cord. The third patch cord generally includes a third elongated cord and a third connector mounted with respect to one end of the third elongated cord. The patch cord assemblies generally include a first coupler element for detachably securing the first patch cord relative to the second patch cord. A second coupler element is provided for detachably securing the second patch cord relative to the third patch cord.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2015
    Publication date: October 1, 2015
    Applicant: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Chester H. Rynaski, Gregg J. LaFontaine, Kenneth A. Cupples, Adam Murano
  • Publication number: 20140263814
    Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to cable dispenser systems that generally include at least two cable assemblies. The cable assemblies includes at least one cable that includes an elongated cord. The cable assemblies include a support element configured and dimensioned to support the at least one cable thereon. The systems include a housing configured and dimensioned to receive the cable assemblies. The housing includes at least one opening for dispensing each of the cable assemblies. Dispensing a first cable assembly from the opening repositions a second cable assembly adjacent to the opening. Exemplary embodiments are also directed to methods of cable assembly dispensing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ORTRONICS, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth A. Cupples, Adam Murano
  • Patent number: 8672709
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for electrical connectors or jack assemblies/housings for use in voice/data communication systems. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member. The present disclosure provides for improved systems/designs for jack assemblies/housings that are easily secured and/or unsecured to or from a jack panel or jack faceplate. In exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure provides for convenient, low-cost and effective systems and methods for easily securing and/or unsecuring jack assemblies/housings to or from a jack panel/faceplate (e.g., in the field) by utilizing advantageous modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member, and related assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Assignee: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: William H. Dietz, Kenneth A. Cupples, Richard W. Schlueter
  • Patent number: 8628351
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for electrical connectors or jack assemblies/housings for use in voice/data communication systems. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member. The present disclosure provides for improved systems/designs for jack assemblies/housings that are easily secured and/or unsecured to or from a jack panel or jack faceplate. In exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure provides for convenient, low-cost and effective systems and methods for easily securing and/or unsecuring jack assemblies/housings to or from a jack panel/faceplate (e.g., in the field) by utilizing advantageous modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member, and related assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2014
    Assignee: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: William H. Dietz, Kenneth A. Cupples, Richard W. Schlueter
  • Publication number: 20130244479
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for electrical connectors or jack assemblies/housings for use in voice/data communication systems. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member. The present disclosure provides for improved systems/designs for jack assemblies/housings that are easily secured and/or unsecured to or from a jack panel or jack faceplate. In exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure provides for convenient, low-cost and effective systems and methods for easily securing and/or unsecuring jack assemblies/housings to or from a jack panel/faceplate (e.g., in the field) by utilizing advantageous modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member, and related assemblies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2013
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Applicant: ORTRONICS, INC.
    Inventors: William H. Dietz, Kenneth A. Cupples, Richard W. Schlueter
  • Publication number: 20130210264
    Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to cable assemblies, methods and systems that generally include a first cable and a second cable. The first cable includes a first elongated cord and a first connector mounted with respect to one end of the first elongated cord. The second cable generally includes a second elongated cord and a second connector mounted with respect to one end of the second elongated cord. The first connector can be disposed in an opposing direction relative to the second connector. The first connector can be positioned adjacent of the second elongated cord and the second connector can be positioned adjacent to the first elongated cord. The cable assemblies generally include at least one coupler element for maintaining the first connector positioned adjacent to the second elongated cord and the second connector positioned adjacent to the first elongated cord.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Applicant: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Chester H. Rynaski, Gregg J. LaFontaine, Kenneth A. Cupples, Adam Murano
  • Patent number: 8439702
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for electrical connectors or jack assemblies/housings for use in voice/data communication systems. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member. The present disclosure provides for improved systems/designs for jack assemblies/housings that are easily secured and/or unsecured to or from a jack panel or jack faceplate. In exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure provides for convenient, low-cost and effective systems and methods for easily securing and/or unsecuring jack assemblies/housings to or from a jack panel/faceplate (e.g., in the field) by utilizing advantageous modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member, and related assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Assignee: Ortronics, Inc.
    Inventors: William H. Dietz, Kenneth A. Cupples, Richard W. Schlueter
  • Publication number: 20120171888
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for electrical connectors or jack assemblies/housings for use in voice/data communication systems. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member. The present disclosure provides for improved systems/designs for jack assemblies/housings that are easily secured and/or unsecured to or from a jack panel or jack faceplate. In exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure provides for convenient, low-cost and effective systems and methods for easily securing and/or unsecuring jack assemblies/housings to or from a jack panel/faceplate (e.g., in the field) by utilizing advantageous modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member, and related assemblies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Applicant: ORTRONICS, INC.
    Inventors: William H. Dietz, Kenneth A. Cupples, Richard W. Schlueter
  • Publication number: 20120077375
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for electrical connectors or jack assemblies/housings for use in voice/data communication systems. More particularly, the present disclosure provides for modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member. The present disclosure provides for improved systems/designs for jack assemblies/housings that are easily secured and/or unsecured to or from a jack panel or jack faceplate. In exemplary embodiments, the present disclosure provides for convenient, low-cost and effective systems and methods for easily securing and/or unsecuring jack assemblies/housings to or from a jack panel/faceplate (e.g., in the field) by utilizing advantageous modular jack assemblies that include a movable locking member, and related assemblies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Applicant: ORTRONICS, INC.
    Inventors: William H. Dietz, Kenneth A. Cupples, Richard W. Schlueter
  • Patent number: 6380750
    Abstract: A capacitance probe including a spacer for separating an inner conductor from an outer conductor. The spacer has a member that substantially surrounds the outer conductor and includes a number of spacing elements that extend inwardly through apertures in the outer conductor to position the inner conductor concentrically with the outer conductor. The spacers advantageously are installable from the outside of the outer conductor through apertures in the outer conductor to simplify production of the capacitance probe. The spacers also allow material to fill and drain easily between the conductors, and allow more of the material being measured to make contact with the conductors improving linearity and gain of capacitance measurement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2002
    Inventors: William P. Schenck, Jr., Kenneth A. Cupples