Patents by Inventor Louis DePasqua

Louis DePasqua 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: 20190219692
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a rotatable scan sonar unit linked to a boat, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a sonar transducer and mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, or phased array of transducers and a compass to provide heading information and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2019
    Publication date: July 18, 2019
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Patent number: 10281576
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a rotatable scan sonar unit linked to a boat, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a sonar transducer and mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, or phased array of transducers and a compass to provide heading information and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: Garmin Switzerland GmbH
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20150063060
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a rotatable scan sonar unit linked to a boat, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a sonar transducer and mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, or phased array of transducers and a compass to provide heading information and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20150063059
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a rotatable scan sonar unit linked to a boat, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a sonar transducer and mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, or phased array of transducers and a compass to provide heading information and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Patent number: 8879359
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a rotatable scan sonar unit linked to a boat, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a sonar transducer and mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, or phased array of transducers and a compass to provide heading information and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2014
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20130108995
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to monitor a user body position and/or influence a user to change and improve body position, without causing the user to wake up. A personal audio output communicator is adapted to be positioned in close proximity to an ear of the user. A motion detector is adapted to attach to the user for generating a motion signal. A stimulus provider is adapted to receive the motion signal from the motion detector and to compare a motion signal value representative of the motion signal to a preset motion value. In response to the comparison, the stimulus provider transmits a user-selected stimulus and/or voice command stimulus to the personal audio output communicator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2011
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventors: Louis DePasqua, Richard A. Craig, Scott D. Craig, Melaney Craig
  • Publication number: 20130044569
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a rotatable scan sonar unit linked to a boat, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a sonar transducer and mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, or phased array of transducers and a compass to provide heading infromation and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Patent number: 8305844
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a forward scan sonar unit linked to a boat trolling motor, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a forward scan sonar transducer and compass mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20120014220
    Abstract: A method for pre-determining an underwater objects GPS position using a forward scan sonar unit linked to a boat trolling motor, magnetic compass and GPS receiver. This system determines the underwater objects GPS position using the objects distance, compass heading and a GPS receiver/sonar on a boat. This system will provide real time longitude and latitude positions of underwater objects seen with sonar at a distance from a boat, and will allow for precise autopilot navigation or fixed position fishing. The system can also be used to correct for GPS errors when using previously stored waypoints positions of an object. The computer determines an objects underwater GPS position using a forward scan sonar transducer and compass mounted on a 360 degree movable mechanism such as a trolling motor unit, and formulates the objects position based on the distance and heading of the object in relation to the boats current GPS position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2009
    Publication date: January 19, 2012
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20060126863
    Abstract: A wireless remote control system for controlling an audio recording system in a recording studio is disclosed. This system incorporates a small wireless remote that can be mounted directly on the user's body that may include an arm, wrist, leg, belt, or any member. This remote controller may also be mounted directly on an instrument. The system will provide the user the freedom to walk around and control all aspects of a studio environment without being tied to one location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2004
    Publication date: June 15, 2006
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20060089794
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards an improved method for creating a navigational route by drawing a desired route on a screen in a continuous motion and utilizing a computer to generate GPS waypoints automatically. The desired navigation route of the boat is drawn onto the touch sensitive display predetermining the boat's steering course instantaneously. The system determines the steering course utilizing GPS/Loran longitude and latitude positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2004
    Publication date: April 27, 2006
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Patent number: 6995527
    Abstract: The present system is a system for controlling a trolling motor in a fishing boat. The system comprises a transmitting unit and a receiving unit. The transmitting unit includes a direction sensor, a selection switch, and a transmitter. The direction sensor automatically senses the direction to which the user desires to steer the fishing boat when the user points the direction sensor in that direction. The user then uses the selection switch, and by “clicking” the switch once the transmitter sends a signal with the direction information to the receiving unit. The receiving unit then receives the signal containing the direction information, and affects the trolling motor in such a way that it steers the fishing boat in the desired direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Assignee: Innovative Technologies Corporation
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Publication number: 20040227484
    Abstract: The present system is a system for controlling a trolling motor in a fishing boat. The system comprises a transmitting unit and a receiving unit. The transmitting unit includes a direction sensor, a selection switch, and a transmitter. The direction sensor automatically senses the direction to which the user desires to steer the fishing boat when the user points the direction sensor in that direction. The user then uses the selection switch, and by “clicking” the switch once the transmitter sends a signal with the direction information to the receiving unit. The receiving unit then receives the signal containing the direction information, and affects the trolling motor in such a way that it steers the fishing boat in the desired direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2004
    Publication date: November 18, 2004
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua
  • Patent number: 5859517
    Abstract: The instant invention relates to a controller for a fishing boat trolling motor wherein the controller comprehends a transmitter so configured as to be capable of being releasably affixed to a member such as a finger or fishing pole thereby allowing an angler to simultaneously move about the fishing boat and perform various sundry tasks requiring use of both hands while maintaining continuous control of the boat; thereby allowing for greater concentration to be applied to the task at hand while maintaining such control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 12, 1999
    Inventor: Louis DePasqua