Patents by Inventor Mark Neil
Mark Neil 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: 11969751Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and system by which a precise amount of a viscous fluid sealing compound can be dispensed at required locations through computer vision-based observation of the fluid deposited, its rate and amount of deposition and location; and that the dispensed fluid may be accurately shaped through robotic or other special purpose mechanism motion. The invention enables instant quality inspection of the dispensing process in terms of the locations, amounts and shapes of newly created seals.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2021Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: MACDONALD, DETTWILER AND ASSOCIATES INC.Inventors: Limin Shang, Adam Neil Philip, Piotr Jasiobedzki, Mark Patrick Barnet, Timothy Reedman
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Publication number: 20240127367Abstract: A crop prediction system performs various machine learning operations to predict crop production and to identify a set of farming operations that, if performed, optimize crop production. The crop prediction system uses crop prediction models trained using various machine learning operations based on geographic and agronomic information. Responsive to receiving a request from a grower, the crop prediction system can access information representation of a portion of land corresponding to the request, such as the location of the land and corresponding weather conditions and soil composition. The crop prediction system applies one or more crop prediction models to the access information to predict a crop production and identify an optimized set of farming operations for the grower to perform.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: David Patrick Perry, Geoffrey Albert von Maltzahn, Robert Berendes, Eric Michael Jeck, Barry Loyd Knight, Rachel Ariel Raymond, Ponsi Trivisvavet, Justin Y H Wong, Neal Hitesh Rajdev, Marc-Cedric Joseph Meunier, Casey James Leist, Pranav Ram Tadi, Andrea Lee Flaherty, Charles David Brummitt, Naveen Neil Sinha, Jordan Lambert, Jonathan Hennek, Carlos Becco, Mark Allen, Daniel Bachner, Fernando Derossi, Ewan Lamont, Rob Lowenthal, Dan Creagh, Steve Abramson, Ben Allen, Jyoti Shankar, Chris Moscardini, Jeremy Crane, David Weisman, Gerard Keating, Lauren Moores, William Pate
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Publication number: 20240112696Abstract: A heat-assisted magnetic recording head includes a laser, a near-field transducer, a primary waveguide, a secondary waveguide, and a photodiode. The laser is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation. The near-field transducer is configured to focus and emit an optical near-field. The primary waveguide configured to receive the electromagnetic radiation and propagate the electromagnetic radiation toward and proximal to the near-field transducer. The secondary waveguide configured to receive a portion of the electromagnetic radiation from the primary waveguide. The photodiode configured to receive the portion of the electromagnetic radiation from the secondary waveguide and emit a signal that represents a magnitude of the electromagnetic radiation that the laser emits.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2023Publication date: April 4, 2024Inventors: Mark Anthony Gubbins, Christopher Neil Harvey, Aidan Dominic Goggin, Fadi El Hallak, Reshma Anamari Mohandas, Bryn John Howells, Scott Eugene Olson
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Publication number: 20240084124Abstract: Articles may be formed from a thermoformable composition, the thermoformable composition including: a) about 35 wt % to about 95 wt % of an acrylic pre-polymerized syrup; b) about 0 wt % to about 10 wt % of a comonomer; and c) about 5 wt % to about 65 wt % of a filler having an average particle size (d50) in a range of about 0.1 ?m to about 50 ?m; wherein the article has a surface having a gloss measurement at a 60° measurement angle within a range of about 0 Gloss Units to about 20 Gloss Units, and a roughness Ra within a range of about 1 microinch to about 100 microinches. Methods may include producing a thermoformed article by the steps of: i) preparing a thermoformable composition; ii) casting the thermoformable composition into a sheet; and iii) thermoforming the cast sheet against a mold to produce a thermoformed article.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2021Publication date: March 14, 2024Applicant: Trinseo Europe GmbHInventors: Mohammad Mohammadkhani, Roger Neil Caldwell, Mark Gatman, Sebastian Joseph
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Patent number: 11925143Abstract: A header of a combine harvester includes a belt conveyor configured to direct a movement of harvested crop material toward a feederhouse of the combine harvester. The belt conveyor is located adjacent an inlet of the feederhouse. The belt conveyor includes at least one protrusion extending radially from the belt conveyor that helps direct movement of harvested crop material toward the feederhouse.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2022Date of Patent: March 12, 2024Assignee: CNH Industrial America LLCInventors: Herbert M Farley, Joseph Neil Oberlander, Dan Lawrence Garland, Mark D. Dilts
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Patent number: 11702790Abstract: A laundry treatment apparatus including a plurality of swivel casters. Two of the swivel casters are braked swivel casters. One of the swivel casters other than the braked swivel casters is a vertically adjustable swivel caster. The braked swivel casters restrain translational movement of the laundry treatment apparatus across a floor. The vertically adjustable swivel caster can help fix the position of the laundry treatment apparatus so as to restrain rocking and twisting of the laundry treatment apparatus.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2021Date of Patent: July 18, 2023Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Scott Eugene Mizer, Mark Neil Howdyshell
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Publication number: 20220401728Abstract: A system includes a collar that is worn around a neck of the user. A stimulator is coupled to the collar such that the stimulator is positioned adjacent to an airway of the user. The sensor is coupled to the collar and configured to generate data associated with the airway of the user. The memory is coupled to the collar and storing machine-readable instructions. The control system is coupled to the collar and includes one or more processors configured to execute the machine-readable instructions to determine, based at least on an analysis of the generated data, that the user is currently experiencing an apnea event. In response to the determination, the control system causes the stimulator to provide electrical stimulation, at a first intensity level, to one or more muscles of the user that are adjacent to the airway to aid in stopping the apnea event.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2020Publication date: December 22, 2022Inventors: Peter James Dassos, Benjamin Peter Johnston, Nathan Zersee Liu, Sakeena De Souza, Mark Neil Phillips, Genevieve Claire Madafiglio
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Patent number: 11505410Abstract: A system and an apparatus capable of independently driving movers are described herein. The system and apparatus includes: a track that forms a path for movers; a plurality of movers movably mounted on the track for moving along the path; and a plurality of drive elements fixedly arranged along the track. The drive elements each have a surface that is oriented to contact a driven member of the movers. The drive elements are configured to sequentially engage the driven member of a plurality of the movers to provide controlled independent motion of the movers along the track. The drive elements may be driven by rotary motors. A method of independently driving movers is also described herein.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2020Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Jason Lee DeBruler, Stephen Douglas Congleton, Mark Neil Howdyshell
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Patent number: 11479415Abstract: A system and an apparatus capable of independently driving movers are described herein. The system and apparatus includes: a track that forms a path for movers; a plurality of movers movably mounted on the track for moving along the path; and a plurality of drive elements fixedly arranged along the track. The drive elements each have a surface that is oriented to contact a driven member of the movers. The drive elements are configured to sequentially engage the driven member of a plurality of the movers to provide controlled independent motion of the movers along the track. The drive elements may be driven by rotary motors. A method of independently driving movers is also described herein.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2020Date of Patent: October 25, 2022Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Jason Lee DeBruler, Stephen Douglas Congleton, Mark Neil Howdyshell
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Patent number: 11471756Abstract: A controller for use in an interactive gaming system is described. The controller comprising a player mounting means, a motion detector that provides a means for determining the motion of the controller and an audio code communication module. The audio code communication module provides a means for generating an audio code signal in response to a detected, predetermined motion of the controller. The audio code signals for the controller can be embedded within normal audio output of a gaming system and thereafter be employed to activate a multitude of features within the games. The gaming system may comprise an opponent based on an electronic game running on a computer device or a second controller worn by a second player. The gaming system may further comprise one or more power up toys that provide additional combat moves for the one or more participants.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2020Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Assignee: China Industries LimitedInventors: Mark Neil Gasson, Graeme John Taylor, James Edward Alexander Wyatt
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Publication number: 20220233857Abstract: A system for aiding a user includes a stimulator, a sensor, a memory, and a control system. The stimulator is configured to be positioned in the user adjacent to an airway of the user. The sensor is configured to generate data associated with the airway of the user. The memory stores machine-readable instructions. The control system includes one or more processors configured to execute the machine-readable instructions to determine, based at least on an analysis of the generated data, that the user is currently experiencing an apnea event. In response to the determination that the user is currently experiencing an apnea event, the control system causes the stimulator to provide electrical stimulation, at a first intensity level, to one or more muscles of the user that are adjacent to the airway to aid in stopping the apnea event.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2020Publication date: July 28, 2022Inventors: Peter James Dassos, Benjamin Peter Johnston, Nathan Zersee Liu, Sakeena De Souza, Mark Neil Phillips, Genevieve Claire Madafiglio
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Publication number: 20220162793Abstract: A laundry treatment apparatus including a plurality of swivel casters. Two of the swivel casters are braked swivel casters. One of the swivel casters other than the braked swivel casters is a vertically adjustable swivel caster. The braked swivel casters restrain translational movement of the laundry treatment apparatus across a floor. The vertically adjustable swivel caster can help fix the position of the laundry treatment apparatus so as to restrain rocking and twisting of the laundry treatment apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2021Publication date: May 26, 2022Inventors: Clifford Theodore PAPSDORF, Scott Eugene MIZER, Mark Neil HOWDYSHELL
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Patent number: 11150481Abstract: A reality viewer is disclosed. The reality viewer comprises a frame suitable for holding a portable electronic device and a viewing aperture. The reality viewer can interchange between a first viewing mode wherein the viewing aperture is closed and a second viewing mode wherein the viewing aperture is open. The first viewing mode is configured for virtual reality operation as a user only observes the screen of the electronic portable device located within the frame. By contrast, in the second viewing mode is configured for augmented reality operation as a user observes the real world through the viewing aperture which is augmented by images generated by the electronic portable device located within the frame. The reality viewer also has the advantage of being mobile; low cost; employs simple technology; produces an immersive, maximised field of view; and provides a real-world view in augmented reality mode of operation.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2018Date of Patent: October 19, 2021Assignee: CHINA INDUSTRIES LIMITEDInventors: James Edward Alexander Wyatt, Graeme Taylor, Mark Neil Gasson
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Publication number: 20210101077Abstract: A controller for use in an interactive gaming system is described. The controller comprising a player mounting means, a motion detector that provides a means for determining the motion of the controller and an audio code communication module. The audio code communication module provides a means for generating an audio code signal in response to a detected, predetermined motion of the controller. The audio code signals for the controller can be embedded within normal audio output of a gaming system and thereafter be employed to activate a multitude of features within the games. The gaming system may comprise an opponent based on an electronic game running on a computer device or a second controller worn by a second player. The gaming system may further comprise one or more power up toys that provide additional combat moves for the one or more participants.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2020Publication date: April 8, 2021Applicant: CHINA INDUSTRIES LIMITEDInventors: Mark Neil Gasson, Graeme John Taylor, James Edward Alexander Wyatt
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Patent number: 10919705Abstract: A system and an apparatus capable of independently driving movers are described herein. The system and apparatus includes: a track that forms a path for movers; a plurality of movers movably mounted on the track for moving along the path; and a plurality of drive elements fixedly arranged along the track. The drive elements each have a surface that is oriented to contact a driven member of the movers. The drive elements are configured to sequentially engage the driven member of a plurality of the movers to provide controlled independent motion of the movers along the track. The drive elements may be driven by rotary motors. A method of independently driving movers is also described herein.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2018Date of Patent: February 16, 2021Assignee: The Procter and Gamble CompanyInventors: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Jason Lee DeBruler, Stephen Douglas Congleton, Mark Neil Howdyshell
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Patent number: 10911099Abstract: Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, a device having a non-conductive body with first and second ports that are electrically insulated from each other; a first antenna coupled to the first port; and a second antenna coupled to the second port. When the first and second ports are coupled to first and second transmission mediums, respectively: the first and second transmission mediums are electrically insulated from each other, a first electromagnetic wave conveying information and propagating along the first transmission medium causes the first antenna to transmit an RF signal to the second antenna, the RF signal conveys the information, the RF signal received at the second antenna causes a communication signal to be communicated via the second transmission medium, the communication signal conveys the information, and the first electromagnetic wave propagates along the first transmission medium without requiring an electrical return path. Other embodiments are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2019Date of Patent: February 2, 2021Assignee: AT&T Intellectual Property I, L.P.Inventor: Mark Neil Evans
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Patent number: 10888775Abstract: A controller for use in an interactive gaming system is described. The controller comprising a player mounting means, a motion detector that provides a means for determining the motion of the controller and an audio code communication module. The audio code communication module provides a means for generating an audio code signal in response to a detected, predetermined motion of the controller. The audio code signals for the controller can be embedded within normal audio output of a gaming system and thereafter be employed to activate a multitude of features within the games. The gaming system may comprise an opponent based on an electronic game running on a computer device or a second controller worn by a second player. The gaming system may further comprise one or more power up toys that provide additional combat moves for the one or more participants.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2015Date of Patent: January 12, 2021Assignee: China Industries LimitedInventors: Mark Neil Gasson, Graeme John Taylor, James Edward Alexander Wyatt
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Publication number: 20200290815Abstract: A system and an apparatus capable of independently driving movers are described herein. The system and apparatus includes: a track that forms a path for movers; a plurality of movers movably mounted on the track for moving along the path; and a plurality of drive elements fixedly arranged along the track. The drive elements each have a surface that is oriented to contact a driven member of the movers. The drive elements are configured to sequentially engage the driven member of a plurality of the movers to provide controlled independent motion of the movers along the track. The drive elements may be driven by rotary motors. A method of independently driving movers is also described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2020Publication date: September 17, 2020Inventors: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Jason Lee DeBruler, Stephen Douglas Congleton, Mark Neil Howdyshell
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Publication number: 20200290816Abstract: A system and an apparatus capable of independently driving movers are described herein. The system and apparatus includes: a track that forms a path for movers; a plurality of movers movably mounted on the track for moving along the path; and a plurality of drive elements fixedly arranged along the track. The drive elements each have a surface that is oriented to contact a driven member of the movers. The drive elements are configured to sequentially engage the driven member of a plurality of the movers to provide controlled independent motion of the movers along the track. The drive elements may be driven by rotary motors. A method of independently driving movers is also described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2020Publication date: September 17, 2020Inventors: Clifford Theodore Papsdorf, Jason Lee DeBruler, Stephen Douglas Congleton, Mark Neil Howdyshell
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Publication number: 20200233219Abstract: A reality viewer is disclosed. The reality viewer comprises a frame suitable for holding a portable electronic device and a viewing aperture. The reality viewer can interchange between a first viewing mode wherein the viewing aperture is closed and a second viewing mode wherein the viewing aperture is open. The first viewing mode is configured for virtual reality operation as a user only observes the screen of the electronic portable device located within the frame. By contrast, in the second viewing mode is configured for augmented reality operation as a user observes the real world through the viewing aperture which is augmented by images generated by the electronic portable device located within the frame. The reality viewer also has the advantage of being mobile; low cost; employs simple technology; produces an immersive, maximised field of view; and provides a real-world view in augmented reality mode of operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2018Publication date: July 23, 2020Inventors: James Edward Alexander Wyatt, Graeme Taylor, Mark Neil Gasson