Patents by Inventor Kermit D. Lopez

Kermit D. Lopez 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: 20250236239
    Abstract: A monitoring system can receive sensor data from one or more sensors of a vehicle to monitor an exterior of the vehicle. Based on monitoring the exterior of the vehicle, the system can detect movement of one or more pedestrians in the exterior of the vehicle. Based at least in part on detecting the movement of the one or more pedestrians in the exterior of the vehicle, the system can output an alert to a driver of the vehicle via one or more output devices of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2025
    Publication date: July 24, 2025
    Inventors: Brennan T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20250222864
    Abstract: A computing system can wirelessly connect with a computing device of a driver of a vehicle while the driver is within the vehicle. The system can determine, based on being wirelessly connected with the computing device of the driver, that the driver of the vehicle is using the computing device, and using a vehicle monitoring system of the vehicle while the vehicle is moving, the system can process sensor data from at least one sensor of the vehicle monitoring system to detect an object ahead of the vehicle. Based on detecting the object and determining that the driver is using the computing device, the system can output an alert to the computing device of the driver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2025
    Publication date: July 10, 2025
    Inventors: Benjamin T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 12266244
    Abstract: Location based wagering method sand systems. An online wagering service can be invoked via a mobile device. A determination can then be made regarding the location of the mobile device and a jurisdiction (e.g., state, county, city, etc.) associated with that location. The mobile device and hence a user can be authorized to access the online wagering service based on the location of the mobile device. Based on the location, it can also be determined if use of the online wagering service is allowed in the jurisdiction along with prescribed limitations of use in that jurisdiction. Wagering options are then presented via the mobile device, which conform to the laws and/or regulations of the jurisdiction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2025
    Assignee: Micro-Gaming Ventures, LLC
    Inventors: Michael W. Shore, Afonso G. Chan, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 12257950
    Abstract: A monitoring system can receive sensor data from one or more sensors of a vehicle to monitor an exterior of the vehicle. Based on monitoring the exterior of the vehicle, the system can detect movement of one or more pedestrians in the exterior of the vehicle. Based at least in part on detecting the movement of the one or more pedestrians in the exterior of the vehicle, the system can output an alert to a driver of the vehicle via one or more output devices of the vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2025
    Assignee: Uber Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Brennan T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20250042335
    Abstract: A computing system can wirelessly connect with a computing device of a driver of a vehicle while the driver is within the vehicle. The system can determine, based on being wirelessly connected with the computing device of the driver, that the driver of the vehicle is using the computing device, and using a vehicle monitoring system of the vehicle while the vehicle is moving, the system can process sensor data from at least one sensor of the vehicle monitoring system to detect an object ahead of the vehicle. Based on detecting the object and determining that the driver is using the computing device, the system can output an alert to the computing device of the driver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2024
    Publication date: February 6, 2025
    Inventors: Brennan T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20250001887
    Abstract: A wireless charging system and method for an electric vehicle, includes a gantry-like overhead structure for maneuvering in vertical and horizontal directions a power transmitting coil mounted on a charging line (e.g., rod or cable) suspended from the gantry-like overhead structure to a power receiving coil mounted to a surface (e.g., hood) of an electric vehicle (EV) for wireless charging of the EV. The gantry-like overhead system can move along a track to charge multiple vehicles (e.g., fleet vehicles) parked side-by-side in a parking structure. Movement of the gantry-like system can be automatic based on input from at least one sensor to a controller included in the wireless charging system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2024
    Publication date: January 2, 2025
    Inventors: Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 12162407
    Abstract: A computing system uses a vehicle monitoring system to detect a change in at least one condition external to the vehicle. The system determines, using the vehicle monitoring system, whether a driver of the vehicle is using a computing device. Based on determining that the driver is using the computing device, the system outputs an alert.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2024
    Assignee: Uber Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Brennan T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 12145461
    Abstract: In an embodiment, an apparatus for charging an electric vehicle, can include a receptacle mountable to a structure above the electric vehicle. The receptacle can maintain a charge transmitting device, which can be automatically moveable and directable from the receptacle toward a target area on the electric vehicle associated with a receiving coil mounted on the electric vehicle for the charging of an electric vehicle when the one receiving coil engages with the charge transmitting device when the electric vehicle is located below the receptacle. One or more optical sensors can be utilized to direct the charge transmitting device toward the target.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2024
    Assignee: EV Charging Solutions, LLC
    Inventors: Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20240335164
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses monitor mammal conditions, report condition changes, and provide neurocode-based treatment in response to condition changes. A mammal implantable controller includes modules to monitor, wirelessly communicate to external computers, and administer treatment received from a remote computer based on monitoring of changes in mammal condition as analyzed by the remote computer. External computers can be provided in the form of a mobile device (e.g., smartphone/tablet), resident treatment pods, and treatment servers. Treatment can be provided to change biological function or trigger cell death in cancer cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2024
    Publication date: October 10, 2024
    Inventors: Eleanor Schuler, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20240321060
    Abstract: Location based wagering method sand systems. An online wagering service can be invoked via a mobile device. A determination can then be made regarding the location of the mobile device and a jurisdiction (e.g., state, county, city, etc.) associated with that location. The mobile device and hence a user can be authorized to access the online wagering service based on the location of the mobile device. Based on the location, it can also be determined if use of the online wagering service is allowed in the jurisdiction along with prescribed limitations of use in that jurisdiction. Wagering options are then presented via the mobile device, which conform to the laws and/or regulations of the jurisdiction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2024
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Michael W. Shore, Afonso G. Chan, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20240317081
    Abstract: In an embodiment, an apparatus for charging an electric vehicle, can include a receptacle mountable to a structure above the electric vehicle. The receptacle can maintain a charge transmitting device, which can be automatically moveable and directable from the receptacle toward a target area on the electric vehicle associated with a receiving coil mounted on the electric vehicle for the charging of an electric vehicle when the one receiving coil engages with the charge transmitting device when the electric vehicle is located below the receptacle. One or more optical sensors can be utilized to direct the charge transmitting device toward the target.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2022
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20240239223
    Abstract: An apparatus for charging an electric vehicle, can include a robotic system including a charge transmitting coil autonomously navigable along a ground surface to interface with a charge receiving coil mounted underneath an electric vehicle (EV). The robotic system can be automatically moveable and directable from storage against a wall toward a target area on the electric vehicle associated with a receiving coil mounted on the EV for the charging of the EV when the transmitting coil engages closely with the receiving coil when the robotic system becomes located below the charge receiving coil mounted to the EV. One or more optical sensors can be utilized to direct the robotic system toward the target area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2024
    Publication date: July 18, 2024
    Inventors: Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 11950923
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses monitor mammal conditions, report condition changes, and provide neurocode-based treatment in response to condition changes. A mammal implantable controller includes modules to monitor, wirelessly communicate to external computers, and administer treatment received from a remote computer based on monitoring of changes in mammal condition as analyzed by the remote computer. External computers can be provided in the form of a mobile device (e.g., smartphone/tablet), resident treatment pods, and treatment servers. Treatment can be provided to change biological function or trigger cell death in cancer cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2024
    Assignee: Electroceuticals, LLC
    Inventors: Eleanor Schuler, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20230415645
    Abstract: A monitoring system can receive sensor data from one or more sensors of a vehicle to monitor an exterior of the vehicle. Based on monitoring the exterior of the vehicle, the system can detect movement of one or more pedestrians in the exterior of the vehicle. Based at least in part on detecting the movement of the one or more pedestrians in the exterior of the vehicle, the system can output an alert to a driver of the vehicle via one or more output devices of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2023
    Publication date: December 28, 2023
    Inventors: Brennan T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20230394930
    Abstract: Location based wagering method sand systems. An online wagering service can be invoked via a mobile device. A determination can be then made regarding the location of the mobile device and a jurisdiction (e.g., state, county, city, etc.) associated with that location. The mobile device and hence a user can be authorized to access the online wagering service based on the location of the mobile device. Based on the location, it can also be determined if use of the online wagering service is allowed in the jurisdiction along with prescribed limitations of use in that jurisdiction. Wagering options are then presented via the mobile device, which conform to the laws and/or regulations of the jurisdiction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2023
    Publication date: December 7, 2023
    Inventors: Michael W. Shore, Afonso G. Chan, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 11827145
    Abstract: A monitoring system for a vehicle can connect with a computing device of a driver of the vehicle. The system can detect that the vehicle is not being operated by the driver, and based on detecting that the vehicle is not being operated by the driver, the system can receive sensor data from the one or more sensors of the vehicle to monitor an interior of the vehicle. The system may then detect an anomaly within the interior of the vehicle, and in response to detecting the anomaly within the interior of the vehicle, the system can output an alert indicating the anomaly to the computing device of the driver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Inventors: Brennan T. Lopez-Hinojosa, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20230325924
    Abstract: Methods and systems for providing a user with a proprietary asset corresponding to a name, image or likeness (NIL) of a college athlete, can involve allowing a user through a user interface to choose to affiliate an NIL identifier(s) in a relational database with a user transaction, wherein the user transaction is associated through the relational database to the NIL identifier(s) so that a college athlete(s) respectively associated with the NIL identifier(s) can receive a financial benefit from the user transaction. As a result of the user transaction, the user can be permitted to receive an NIL benefit from the college athlete(s), the NIL benefit including, for example, a non-fungible token image of the college athlete(s), a digital image of the college athlete(s), a likeness of the college athlete(s), a communication from or on behalf of the college athlete(s), and so on.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2022
    Publication date: October 12, 2023
    Inventors: Michael W. Shore, Alfonso G. Chan, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Patent number: 11783679
    Abstract: Location based wagering method sand systems. An online wagering service can be invoked via a mobile device. A determination can be then made regarding the location of the mobile device and a jurisdiction (e.g., state, county, city, etc.) associated with that location. The mobile device and hence a user can be authorized to access the online wagering service based on the location of the mobile device. Based on the location, it can also be determined if use of the online wagering service is allowed in the jurisdiction along with prescribed limitations of use in that jurisdiction. Wagering options are then presented via the mobile device, which conform to the laws and/or regulations of the jurisdiction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2023
    Assignee: Micro-Gaming Ventures, LLC
    Inventors: Michael W. Shore, Afonso G. Chan, Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20230294539
    Abstract: In an embodiment, an apparatus for charging an electric vehicle, can include a receptacle mountable to a structure above the electric vehicle. The receptacle can maintain a charge transmitting device, which can be automatically moveable and directable from the receptacle toward a target area on the electric vehicle associated with a receiving coil mounted on the electric vehicle for the charging of an electric vehicle when the one receiving coil engages with the charge transmitting device when the electric vehicle is located below the receptacle. One or more optical sensors can be utilized to direct the charge transmitting device toward the target.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2023
    Publication date: September 21, 2023
    Inventors: Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez
  • Publication number: 20230264584
    Abstract: In an embodiment, an apparatus for charging an electric vehicle, can include a receptacle mountable to a structure above the electric vehicle. The receptacle can maintain a charge transmitting device, which can be automatically moveable and directable from the receptacle toward a target area on the electric vehicle associated with a receiving coil mounted on the electric vehicle for the charging of an electric vehicle when the one receiving coil engages with the charge transmitting device when the electric vehicle is located below the receptacle. One or more optical sensors can be utilized to direct the charge transmitting device toward the target.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2023
    Publication date: August 24, 2023
    Inventors: Luis M. Ortiz, Kermit D. Lopez