Patents by Inventor Mel White
Mel White 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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Publication number: 20240393465Abstract: A digital image detection apparatus and method of use are disclosed. The apparatus may include an array of photon detectors, configured to receive photons reflected from a target scene and a plurality of first arrival differential (FAD) units, where each FAD units is configured to receive a first input from a first photon detector in the array and a second input from a second photon detector. Each FAD unit may include a set-reset (“SR”) latch, configured to receive the first input and the second input and to determine which of the first input and the second input arrives earlier in time, and a counter control unit, configured to receive an output from the SR latch and increment a differential count based on the output.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2024Publication date: November 28, 2024Applicants: William Marsh Rice University, Cornell UniversityInventors: Ashok Veeraraghavan, Al Molnar, Mel White, Tianyi Zhang, Akshat Dave, Ankit Raghuram, Shahaboddin Ghajari
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Patent number: 10495122Abstract: Modular interlocking display systems including frames constructed from a plurality of modular frame elements. The modular frame elements each include a perimeter side equipped with a locking channel and interlocking mechanisms that allow frames to be joined together without the need of tools. Frames constructed from the modular frame elements include one or more display sides that are orthogonal from the perimeter sides and equipped to receive and hold silicone-edged display material flush to the display side. In some examples, display systems includes additional corner frame elements that allow frames to be secured at right angles, allowing display systems accommodate complex configurations. In some further examples, display systems include adjustable angle elements to allow display systems to position frame walls at arbitrary angles. In still further examples, display systems include adapter elements to allow display systems to integrate with third-party display systems.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2016Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty, Khakim Burkhanov, Yevgeniy Ponomarenko
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Publication number: 20180180077Abstract: Modular interlocking display systems including frames constructed from a plurality of modular frame elements. The modular frame elements each include a perimeter side equipped with a locking channel and interlocking mechanisms that allow frames to be joined together without the need of tools. Frames constructed from the modular frame elements include one or more display sides that are orthogonal from the perimeter sides and equipped to receive and hold silicone-edged display material flush to the display side. In some examples, display systems includes additional corner frame elements that allow frames to be secured at right angles, allowing display systems accommodate complex configurations. In some further examples, display systems include adjustable angle elements to allow display systems to position frame walls at arbitrary angles. In still further examples, display systems include adapter elements to allow display systems to integrate with third-party display systems.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2016Publication date: June 28, 2018Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty, Khakim Burkhanov, Yevgeniy Ponomarenko
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Patent number: 8991775Abstract: Kiosks for supporting an electronic device, where the kiosks include a stand, a swivel mechanism roratably coupled to the stand, and a frame mounted to the swivel member and configured to support the electronic device. In some examples, the swivel mechanism includes a fixed member coupled to the stand and a swivel member rotatably supported by the fixed member. The swivel member is configured to rotate relative to the fixed member between a first position, which orients the frame in a first orientation, and a second position, which orients the frame in a second orientation. In some examples, swivel mechanism includes a position selection mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2013Date of Patent: March 31, 2015Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty, Yevgeniy Ponomarenko
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Publication number: 20140014790Abstract: Kiosks for supporting an electronic device, where the kiosks include a stand mechanism roratably coupled to the stand, and a frame mounted to the swivel member and configured to support the electronic device. In some examples, the swivel mechanism includes a fixed member coupled to the stand and a swivel member rotatably supported by the fixed member. The swivel member is configured to rotate relative to the fixed member between a first position, which orients the frame in a first orientation, and a second position, which orients the frame in a second orientation. In some examples, swivel mechanism includes a position selection mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2013Publication date: January 16, 2014Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty, Yevgeniy Ponomarennko
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Patent number: 8166419Abstract: A display device is provided for selecting a plurality of selectable symbols on an electronic display. The display device comprises an electronic display that displays a plurality of selectable symbols, a user input control device, and a processor coupled to the electronic display and the user input control device. The processor is configured to select one of the plurality of selectable symbols based on a comparison of at least two of the plurality of selectable symbols according to a predetermined priority scheme in response to a single activation of the user input control device. In addition, the processor is further configured to select an additional selectable symbol from the plurality of selectable symbols in accordance with a predetermined sequence upon further activation of the input control device.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2008Date of Patent: April 24, 2012Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Robert E. DeMers, Mel White
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Patent number: 7676971Abstract: A display system for trade shows and method for assembly thereof. The display system comprises lower and upper lateral frame members, and a plurality of vertical members adapted to connect releasably at the top and bottom to the lateral frame members. Each vertical member has a lower portion that extends outside a first reference plane, and an upper portion that extends outside said first reference plane in the direction opposite the direction of extension of the lower portion. The system further comprises a plurality of legs connected to respective vertical members and releasable fasteners for attaching a sheet of flexible material to the lower and upper lateral members and at least two vertical elongate members for displaying information. The invention also includes a method for assembling a display as described above without the use of extrinsic tools.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2008Date of Patent: March 16, 2010Assignee: Classic Exhibits, Inc.Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty
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Publication number: 20090211122Abstract: A display system for trade shows and method for assembly thereof. The display system comprises lower and upper lateral frame members, and a plurality of vertical members adapted to connect releasably at the top and bottom to the lateral frame members. Each vertical member has a lower portion that extends outside a first reference plane, and an upper portion that extends outside said first reference plane in the direction opposite the direction of extension of the lower portion. The system further comprises a plurality of legs connected to respective vertical members and releasable fasteners for attaching a sheet of flexible material to the lower and upper lateral members and at least two vertical elongate members for displaying information. The invention also includes a method for assembling a display as described above without the use of extrinsic tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2008Publication date: August 27, 2009Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty
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Publication number: 20090193362Abstract: A display device is provided for selecting a plurality of selectable symbols on an electronic display. The display device comprises an electronic display that displays a plurality of selectable symbols, a user input control device, and a processor coupled to the electronic display and the user input control device. The processor is configured to select one of the plurality of selectable symbols based on a comparison of at least two of the plurality of selectable symbols according to a predetermined priority scheme in response to a single activation of the user input control device. In addition, the processor is further configured to select an additional selectable symbol from the plurality of selectable symbols in accordance with a predetermined sequence upon further activation of the input control device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2008Publication date: July 30, 2009Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Robert E. DeMers, Mel White
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Patent number: D599121Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2008Date of Patent: September 1, 2009Assignee: Classic Exhibits, Inc.Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty
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Patent number: D615307Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2009Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Assignee: Classic Exhibits, Inc.Inventors: Mel White, Kevin Carty