Patents by Inventor Louis R. Ruggiero
Louis R. Ruggiero 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: 10168670Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2018Date of Patent: January 1, 2019Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20180267485Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2018Publication date: September 20, 2018Inventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9983551Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2015Date of Patent: May 29, 2018Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9923857Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to processing email having symbolic variables in the address. Aspects include receiving, by an email server, an email comprising an email address for an intended recipient and determining whether the email address includes a symbolic variable. Based on determining that the email address includes the symbolic variable, the symbolic variable from the email address are extracted, an email address for an additional recipient by querying a database based on the symbolic variable is identified, and the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient and the email address of the additional recipient. Based on determining that the email address does not include the symbolic variable, the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2014Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: Anuja Deedwaniya, Thomas E. Murphy, Jr., Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9391942Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to processing email having symbolic variables in the address. Aspects include receiving, by an email server, an email comprising an email address for an intended recipient and determining whether the email address includes a symbolic variable. Based on determining that the email address includes the symbolic variable, the symbolic variable from the email address are extracted, an email address for an additional recipient by querying a database based on the symbolic variable is identified, and the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient and the email address of the additional recipient. Based on determining that the email address does not include the symbolic variable, the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2013Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: Anuja Deedwaniya, Thomas E. Murphy, Jr., Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9251688Abstract: An attachment detection method and system. The method includes receiving, by a computer processor of a computing system, attachment data describing different devices associated with and attachable to an electro/mechanical apparatus. The computer processor retrieves first data describing a first attachment device currently attached to the electro/mechanical apparatus and analyzes the attachment data with respect to the first data. In response to the analysis, the computer processor determines specified protective gear required for operation of the electro/mechanical apparatus and the first attachment device. The computer processor generates indication data specifying required usage of the specified protective gear and presents the indication data to a user.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2013Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20150378323Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2015Publication date: December 31, 2015Inventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9201145Abstract: A system and method of for performing an action at a device is disclosed. A first signal is sent into a first zone from a first light source, wherein the first signal identifies the first zone. The first signal is received at the device when the device is in the zone. The device determines from the received first signal that the device is in the first zone and performs the action at the device based on the device being in the first zone. A second variable light source may send a second signal into a second zone, wherein the second signal identifies the second zone. Triangulation may be performed to determine a location of the device using the first signal and the second signal. Alternately, a parameter of motion of the device may be determined using the received messages.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2013Date of Patent: December 1, 2015Assignee: GLOBALFOUNDRIES INC.Inventors: Nadine Ellison-Marion, Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9164496Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2013Date of Patent: October 20, 2015Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 9037283Abstract: A safeguard method and system. The method includes receiving and analyzing apparatus data associated with an electro/mechanical apparatus. A type, mode, and state of the electro/mechanical apparatus are determined and a list of associated safeguard devices is generated and presented to a user. A selection for a safeguard device is received and it is determined if the safeguard device is currently present. In response, a specified action is executed.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 2012Date of Patent: May 19, 2015Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Nadine M. Ellison-Marion, Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20150109609Abstract: A system and method of for performing an action at a device is disclosed. A first signal is sent into a first zone from a first light source, wherein the first signal identifies the first zone. The first signal is received at the device when the device is in the zone. The device determines from the received first signal that the device is in the first zone and performs the action at the device based on the device being in the first zone. A second variable light source may send a second signal into a second zone, wherein the second signal identifies the second zone. Triangulation may be performed to determine a location of the device using the first signal and the second signal. Alternately, a parameter of motion of the device may be determined using the received messages.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Nadine Ellison-Marion, Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20150113081Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to processing email having symbolic variables in the address. Aspects include receiving, by an email server, an email comprising an email address for an intended recipient and determining whether the email address includes a symbolic variable. Based on determining that the email address includes the symbolic variable, the symbolic variable from the email address are extracted, an email address for an additional recipient by querying a database based on the symbolic variable is identified, and the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient and the email address of the additional recipient. Based on determining that the email address does not include the symbolic variable, the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2014Publication date: April 23, 2015Inventors: Anuja Deedwaniya, Thomas E. Murphy, JR., Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20150109612Abstract: A method for performing an action at a device is disclosed. A first signal is sent into a first zone from a first light source, wherein the first signal identifies the first zone. The first signal is received at the device when the device is in the zone. The device determines from the received first signal that the device is in the first zone and performs the action at the device based on the device being in the first zone. A second variable light source may send a second signal into a second zone, wherein the second signal identifies the second zone. Triangulation may be performed to determine a location of the device using the first signal and the second signal. Alternately, a parameter of motion of the device may be determined using the received messages.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2014Publication date: April 23, 2015Inventors: Nadine Ellison-Marion, Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20150113071Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to processing email having symbolic variables in the address. Aspects include receiving, by an email server, an email comprising an email address for an intended recipient and determining whether the email address includes a symbolic variable. Based on determining that the email address includes the symbolic variable, the symbolic variable from the email address are extracted, an email address for an additional recipient by querying a database based on the symbolic variable is identified, and the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient and the email address of the additional recipient. Based on determining that the email address does not include the symbolic variable, the email is transmitted to the email address of the intended recipient.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Anuja Deedwaniya, Thomas E. Murphy, JR., Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 8601573Abstract: A presentation system including a computing device, a display device coupled to the computing device and an image capture device that obtains an image containing facial images of at least two individuals capable of viewing the display device, the at least two individuals including a primary user and at least one secondary user, is provided. The system also includes a recognition apparatus operably coupled to the computing device and including a permission engine, the permission engine applying a policy to a protected information element displayed on the display screen, the policy causing one or more actions to be taken based on the identify of the primary and one or more of the secondary users.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2009Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 8584805Abstract: A method and system for determining a recommendation for packing an item at a point of sale (POS). A preference indicating a maximum bag weight is received at a POS device. The weight of a next item to be packed is determined. Based on the maximum bag weight preference and based on the determined weight of the item, the recommendation for packing the item is determined by selecting a bag from multiple bags that are available to pack items to be purchased by a customer. The bag is selected so that a sum of the weight of the item and a weight of zero or more other items already packed in the bag does not exceed the maximum bag weight preference. The recommendation for packing the item in the selected bag is presented to a user.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2011Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions Holdings CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20130289748Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2013Publication date: October 31, 2013Inventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20130241732Abstract: An attachment detection method and system. The method includes receiving, by a computer processor of a computing system, attachment data describing different devices associated with and attachable to an electro/mechanical apparatus. The computer processor retrieves first data describing a first attachment device currently attached to the electro/mechanical apparatus and analyzes the attachment data with respect to the first data. In response to the analysis, the computer processor determines specified protective gear required for operation of the electro/mechanical apparatus and the first attachment device. The computer processor generates indication data specifying required usage of the specified protective gear and presents the indication data to a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Applicant: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Patent number: 8514085Abstract: An intelligent switching method and system. The method includes retrieving by a computer processor of an intelligent switching device, detection data indicating that an individual is located within a specified proximity of an apparatus. The intelligent switching device is lockably attached to the apparatus. The computer processor receives a request from an individual for enabling the apparatus. The computer processor determines that the individual is in compliance with safety procedures associated with operating the apparatus and generates an enable signal. The enable signal enables a power signal for the apparatus. The computer processor indicates that the apparatus has been enabled and is operational.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2010Date of Patent: August 20, 2013Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero
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Publication number: 20130178955Abstract: A safeguard method and system. The method includes receiving and analyzing apparatus data associated with an electro/mechanical apparatus. A type, mode, and state of the electro/mechanical apparatus are determined and a list of associated safeguard devices is generated and presented to a user. A selection for a safeguard device is received and it is determined if the safeguard device is currently present. In response, a specified action is executed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2012Publication date: July 11, 2013Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: Nadine M. Ellison-Marion, Mark A. Nelson, Kevin H. Peters, Louis R. Ruggiero