Patents by Inventor Mark Bloom
Mark Bloom 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: 11850395Abstract: A syringe pump can be operated to produce fluid flow from a syringe installed therein. Features of the pump can produce a desired rapid commencement of flow followed by smooth delivery uninterrupted by stiction-induced slowing and acceleration. A stiff drivetrain can facilitate detection of excessive forces indicative of friction at a stopper-wall interface. The motor drive, gearing, and control parameters can enable customized acceleration patterns to determine optimal initial stage advancement to provide fluid delivery. These patterns can minimize or eliminate the delay in commencement of flow by overcoming both mechanical slack remaining and syringe stopper slack. To avoid flow irregularities produced by stiction forces in the stopper further, a mechanical vibration can be provided to the syringe and/or barrel to introduce movement of the stopper-wall interface, reducing the creation of high static friction coefficients.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2018Date of Patent: December 26, 2023Assignee: CAREFUSION 303, INC.Inventors: Robert Dwaine Butterfield, Mark Bloom, Daniel Abal, Kevin Gregory Carothers
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Publication number: 20230215232Abstract: An electronic lock includes an interior subassembly including a manual turnpiece, a control circuit, and a motor actuatable by the control circuit, and an exterior subassembly including a facial authentication circuit operatively connected to the control circuit. The electronic lock includes a latch operatively connected to the interior subassembly, the latch being engageable by the manual turnpiece or the motor to move the electronic lock between a locked state and an unlocked state. The facial authentication circuit includes at least one camera and is configured to generate an authentication signal to the control circuit, and wherein, at least in part in response to the authentication signal, the control circuit is configured to actuate the motor to move the electronic lock between the locked state and the unlocked state.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 3, 2023Publication date: July 6, 2023Inventors: Elena GORKOVENKO, Matthew Denton LOVETT, Mark BLOOM, Ali ATASH, Donnie VIAJAR, Matthew ZIMMER, Elliott SCHNEIDER, Subu MUTHU
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Publication number: 20230193660Abstract: An electronic lock assembly includes an exterior assembly, an interior assembly, and a latch having a deadbolt movable between an extended position and a retracted position, the latch being movable in response to rotation of a torque blade. The electronic lock includes a motor within the interior assembly and operable to rotate the torque blade, and a control circuit operatively connected to the motor and configured to selectively actuate the motor. A mortise insert includes a battery subassembly electrically connectable to the control circuit.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: James LIN, Elena GORKOVENKO, Mark BLOOM, Elliott SCHNEIDER
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Publication number: 20220205278Abstract: A handle assembly includes a removable handle positioned over a sleeve. The handle assembly includes a catch positioned within the sleeve, and when extended, the catch prevents relative movement between the handle and the sleeve. The handle assembly includes a spindle positioned within the sleeve. The spindle has a longitudinal axis. The spindle is rotatable between a locked position and an unlocked position. When in the locked position, the sleeve is not rotatable, and when in the unlocked position, the sleeve is rotatable. The handle assembly includes a support structure that is configured to support the spindle. The support structure is in a fixed rotational relationship with respect to the handle. When the catch is in an extended position and the spindle is in the locked position, deflection of the spindle in a direction transverse to the longitudinal axis is resisted by way of the support structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2020Publication date: June 30, 2022Applicant: Spectrum Brands, Inc.Inventors: James LIN, Mark BLOOM
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Patent number: 10883922Abstract: A system is described that can detect, track and analyze a bubble of a secondary substance contained within a primary substance along a part of a fluid line. For example, the system can detect the presence of the bubble within the primary substance along the part of the fluid line, which can include assigning a digital signature to the bubble. In addition, the system can track the movement of the bubble in order to ensure that the bubble is accounted for only once as it passes through the part of the fluid line. Furthermore, the system can analyze the bubble, such as determine its direction of travel, speed of travel, volume and size.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2019Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: CareFusion 303, Inc.Inventors: Mark Bloom, Cathal Oscolai, David Brown
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Publication number: 20200080929Abstract: A system is described that can detect, track and analyze a bubble of a secondary substance contained within a primary substance along a part of a fluid line. For example, the system can detect the presence of the bubble within the primary substance along the part of the fluid line, which can include assigning a digital signature to the bubble. In addition, the system can track the movement of the bubble in order to ensure that the bubble is accounted for only once as it passes through the part of the fluid line. Furthermore, the system can analyze the bubble, such as determine its direction of travel, speed of travel, volume and size.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2019Publication date: March 12, 2020Inventors: Mark Bloom, Cathal Oscolai, David Brown
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Publication number: 20190351131Abstract: A syringe pump can be operated to produce fluid flow from a syringe installed therein. Features of the pump can produce a desired rapid commencement of flow followed by smooth delivery uninterrupted by stiction-induced slowing and acceleration. A stiff drivetrain can facilitate detection of excessive forces indicative of friction at a stopper-wall interface. The motor drive, gearing, and control parameters can enable customized acceleration patterns to determine optimal initial stage advancement to provide fluid delivery. These patterns can minimize or eliminate the delay in commencement of flow by overcoming both mechanical slack remaining and syringe stopper slack. To avoid flow irregularities produced by stiction forces in the stopper further, a mechanical vibration can be provided to the syringe and/or barrel to introduce movement of the stopper-wall interface, reducing the creation of high static friction coefficients.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2018Publication date: November 21, 2019Inventors: Robert Dwaine BUTTERFIELD, Mark BLOOM, Daniel ABAL, Kevin Gregory CAROTHERS
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Patent number: 10444141Abstract: A system is described that can detect, track and analyze a bubble of a secondary substance contained within a primary substance along a part of a fluid line. For example, the system can detect the presence of the bubble within the primary substance along the part of the fluid line, which can include assigning a digital signature to the bubble. In addition, the system can track the movement of the bubble in order to ensure that the bubble is accounted for only once as it passes through the part of the fluid line. Furthermore, the system can analyze the bubble, such as determine its direction of travel, speed of travel, volume and size.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2015Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: CareFusion 303, Inc.Inventors: Mark Bloom, Cathal Oscolai, David Brown
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Patent number: 10264906Abstract: A package securement device includes a containment device in the form of either a bag or a box for receiving packages. The containment device includes an opening allowing for removal and insertion of packages. Access may be given to the interior of the containment device through an electronic device with a credential receiver configured to receive a credential input by a user. A communication module with a wireless transmitter connected to the electronic device transmits and receive a wireless communication regarding a status of the containment bag. A remote user interface may be used to monitor and control access to the containment device.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2018Date of Patent: April 23, 2019Assignee: Spectrum Brands, Inc.Inventors: Mark Bloom, Troy Brown, David Downey, Elena Gorkovenko, Matthew Lovett
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Publication number: 20180228311Abstract: A package securement device includes a containment device in the form of either a bag or a box for receiving packages. The containment device includes an opening allowing for removal and insertion of packages. Access may be given to the interior of the containment device through an electronic device with a credential receiver configured to receive a credential input by a user. A communication module with a wireless transmitter connected to the electronic device transmits and receive a wireless communication regarding a status of the containment bag. A remote user interface may be used to monitor and control access to the containment device.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2018Publication date: August 16, 2018Inventors: Mark Bloom, Troy Brown, David Downey, Elena Gorkovenko, Matthew Lovett
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Publication number: 20160292866Abstract: A system is described that can detect, track and analyze a bubble of a secondary substance contained within a primary substance along a part of a fluid line. For example, the system can detect the presence of the bubble within the primary substance along the part of the fluid line, which can include assigning a digital signature to the bubble. In addition, the system can track the movement of the bubble in order to ensure that the bubble is accounted for only once as it passes through the part of the fluid line. Furthermore, the system can analyze the bubble, such as determine its direction of travel, speed of travel, volume and size.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2015Publication date: October 6, 2016Inventors: Mark Bloom, Bill Oscolai, David Brown
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Patent number: 7443246Abstract: A constant current bias approach that receives an input bias voltage and maintains a temperature independent constant current bias in a linear amplifier device. Integrated sense circuitry protects against unacceptable input voltages to guarantee bias stability. Fabrication in multiple semiconductor technologies and assembly into a single package allows for optimum cost and performance of DC bias and RF amplifier sections.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2003Date of Patent: October 28, 2008Assignee: Skyworks Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Paul Andrys, Mark Bloom, Hugh J. Finlay, David Ripley, Terry Shie, Kevin Hoheisel
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Publication number: 20070080778Abstract: A door lock is provided with a biometric sensor and a key cylinder. The biometric sensor is protected by being positioned on a shield, and such that the sensor is not exposed to damage by being on the front face of the door lock. The shield extends vertically downwardly from the remainder of the front face of the door lock, and the sensor is mounted to an inner face of the shield. Thus, the sensor is spaced away from a door when the door lock is mounted on a door. A finger may be inserted into a space between the sensor and the door, and the sensor can then capture information about the fingerprint. This information can be compared to expected fingerprints, and entry into a building can be granted based upon a recognition of this fingerprint.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2005Publication date: April 12, 2007Inventors: Walter Strader, Mark Bloom, Gerald Chong
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Publication number: 20070059995Abstract: A single control roman tub faucet comprises a handle, a lever coupled to the handle, and a valve coupled to the lever. The valve is configured to provide a maximum flow rate of at least 7.8 GPM. A cartridge valve has a valve base and a lower disk. The valve base includes an upper surface and a lower surface and a water passage extending between the upper and lower surfaces. The outlet end of the passage has a larger cross-sectional area than the inlet end. The lower disk includes an inlet sized to match the outlet end of the passage. The cross section of the passage is generally arcuate and is defined by parallel side walls and non-parallel end walls.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2006Publication date: March 15, 2007Inventors: Mark Bloom, Walter Strader, Li Chen
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Publication number: 20050173545Abstract: A faucet includes a spout having a thermostatic tempering device installed therein. The thermostatic tempering device includes a temperature-sensing element that can include a wax element.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2003Publication date: August 11, 2005Inventors: Walter Strader, Edward Pilatowicz, Mark Bloom, Alston Williams
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Publication number: 20040164805Abstract: A constant current bias approach that receives an input bias voltage and maintains a temperature independent constant current bias in a linear amplifier device. Integrated sense circuitry protects against unacceptable input voltages to guarantee bias stability. Fabrication in multiple semiconductor technologies and assembly into a single package allows for optimum cost and performance of DC bias and RF amplifier sections.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2003Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventors: Paul Andrys, Mark Bloom, Hugh J. Finlay, David Ripley, Terry Shie, Kevin Hoheisel
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Patent number: 6639470Abstract: A constant current bias approach that receives an input bias voltage and maintains a temperature independent constant current bias in a linear amplifier device. Integrated sense circuitry protects against unacceptable input voltages to guarantee bias stability. Fabrication in multiple semiconductor technologies and assembly into a single package allows for optimum cost and performance of DC bias and RF amplifier sections.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2000Date of Patent: October 28, 2003Assignee: Skyworks Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Paul Andrys, Mark Bloom, Hugh J. Finlay, David Ripley, Terry Shie, Kevin Hoheisel
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Patent number: 6617928Abstract: The bias control selectively provides for bias of a power amplifier based upon a bandgap voltage generated by the bias control, or by a bias voltage external to the bias control. A controller controls the selection of either the bandgap voltage or external bias voltage. The bias control is fabricated in a first semiconductor material capable of operating at low voltage supply levels, such as complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) material and may be fabricated on an integrated circuit common with a power amplifier.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2001Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: Skyworks Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Hugh J. Finlay, Mark Bloom, Thomas Fowler
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Patent number: 6515541Abstract: A high efficiency, multiple power output power amplifier uses a pair of amplifiers having similar characteristics coupled to a pair of radio frequency RF couplers. When both amplifiers are operating, the power output is the sum of the outputs of the two amplifiers. When lower power operation is desired, one of the amplifiers is turned off and a high impedance is presented to the isolated port of the output RF coupler, thereby ensuring that all of the power output of the remaining power amplifier is available for output.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2001Date of Patent: February 4, 2003Assignee: Skyworks Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Naishuo Cheng, Kevin Choi, Mark Bloom
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Publication number: 20020190790Abstract: A high efficiency, multiple power output power amplifier uses a pair of amplifiers having similar characteristics coupled to a pair of radio frequency RF couplers. When both amplifiers are operating, the power output is the sum of the outputs of the two amplifiers. When lower power operation is desired, one of the amplifiers is turned off and a high impedance is presented to the isolated port of the output RF coupler, thereby ensuring that all of the power output of the remaining power amplifier is available for output.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2001Publication date: December 19, 2002Inventors: Naishuo Cheng, Kevin Choi, Mark Bloom