Patents by Inventor Michael A. Schoch

Michael A. Schoch 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).

  • Patent number: 10602082
    Abstract: Systems can include a test and measurement tool configured to generate measurement data, and imaging tool configured to generate image data, and a processor in communication with the imaging tool and the test and measurement tool. The processor can be configured to receive image data from the imaging tool and, if the image data satisfies one or more predetermined conditions, trigger the test and measurement tool to perform one or more corresponding operations. Similarly, the processor can receive measurement data from the test and measurement tool and, if the measurement data satisfies one or more predetermined conditions trigger the imaging tool to perform one or more corresponding operations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2020
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Michael D. Stuart, Paul H. Heydron, Joseph V. Ferrante, Michael A. Schoch, Hilton G. Hammond
  • Patent number: 10271020
    Abstract: Systems can include a tool configured to generate a first set of data representative of an object and a control station configured to receive the first set of data from the tool. A mobile device in communication with the control station can receive data from the control station including information regarding the object based on the data received from the tool. A user of the mobile device, such as a technician, can travel to the location of the tool, and, when the mobile device is within a predetermined proximity of the tool, the tool can communicate directly with the mobile device. The technician can use the mobile device to communicate with and control the tool in order to safely perform equipment analysis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Michael D. Stuart, Michael A. Schoch
  • Patent number: 9978486
    Abstract: A resistor support assembly includes first, second, third, and fourth support members. Each of the first and second support members includes one or more resistor contact regions and apertures extending therethrough. Each third support member is at least partially disposed within one of the apertures of one of the first support members and one of the apertures of one of the second support members. Recesses may be formed in the resistor contact regions of the first and the second support members, and one or more load resistors may be at least partially disposed within the recesses. The resistor support assembly may be used to mount one or more load resistors to a printed circuit board, without obstructing airflow through hollow portions of the load resistors. To reduce parasitic capacitance and inductance, the first support members and the second support members are formed from non-conductive materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2018
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Steven Buckner, Steven Wayne Higgins, Donald A. Gessling, Bryan Charles Hoog, Michael A. Schoch
  • Publication number: 20170207010
    Abstract: A resistor support assembly includes first, second, third, and fourth support members. Each of the first and second support members includes one or more resistor contact regions and apertures extending therethrough. Each third support member is at least partially disposed within one of the apertures of one of the first support members and one of the apertures of one of the second support members. Recesses may be formed in the resistor contact regions of the first and the second support members, and one or more load resistors may be at least partially disposed within the recesses. The resistor support assembly may be used to mount one or more load resistors to a printed circuit board, without obstructing airflow through hollow portions of the load resistors. To reduce parasitic capacitance and inductance, the first support members and the second support members are formed from non-conductive materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2017
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Inventors: Mark Steven BUCKNER, Steven Wayne HIGGINS, Donald A. GESSLING, Bryan Charles HOOG, Michael A. SCHOCH
  • Publication number: 20160119592
    Abstract: Systems can include a tool configured to generate a first set of data representative of an object and a control station configured to receive the first set of data from the tool. A mobile device in communication with the control station can receive data from the control station including information regarding the object based on the data received from the tool. A user of the mobile device, such as a technician, can travel to the location of the tool, and, when the mobile device is within a predetermined proximity of the tool, the tool can communicate directly with the mobile device. The technician can use the mobile device to communicate with and control the tool in order to safely perform equipment analysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2015
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Inventors: Michael D. Stuart, Michael A. Schoch
  • Publication number: 20160080666
    Abstract: Test and measurement systems can include a test and measurement tool configured to generate measurement data representative of at least one parameter of an object under test and an imaging tool configured to generate image data representative of a target scene. The imaging tool can be removably attachable to the test and measurement tool. The test and measurement system can include a communication link that can provide communication between the test and measurement tool and the imaging tool. The communication link can facilitate one or both of communication of image data to the test and measurement tool and measurement data to the imaging tool. Systems can include a display in communication with at least one of the test and measurement tool or the imaging tool for presenting at least one of image data or measurement data to a user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2015
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Inventors: Michael D. Stuart, Terry G. Morey, Paul H. Heydron, Jeffrey E. Worones, Michael A. Schoch, Matthew D. Rabdau
  • Publication number: 20160076936
    Abstract: Imaging tools can be fixedly or removably attached to various surfaces of test and measurement tools. An imaging tool comprising a sensor array capable of receiving electromagnetic radiation from a target scene can be configured to engage a surface of the test and measurement tool such that the imaging tool is supported by the test and measurement tool. When the imaging tool is engaged with the test and measurement tool, the sensor array can be movable relative to the imaging tool so that a target scene viewed by the sensor array of the imaging tool is adjustable without requiring movement of the test and measurement tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2015
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Inventors: Michael A. Schoch, Michael D. Stuart, Jeffrey E. Worones, Charles E. Marzette, JR., Christopher W. Lagerberg, Michele F. Bartoli
  • Publication number: 20160080667
    Abstract: Systems can include a test and measurement tool configured to generate measurement data, and imaging tool configured to generate image data, and a processor in communication with the imaging tool and the test and measurement tool. The processor can be configured to receive image data from the imaging tool and, if the image data satisfies one or more predetermined conditions, trigger the test and measurement tool to perform one or more corresponding operations. Similarly, the processor can receive measurement data from the test and measurement tool and, if the measurement data satisfies one or more predetermined conditions trigger the imaging tool to perform one or more corresponding operations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2015
    Publication date: March 17, 2016
    Inventors: Michael D. Stuart, Paul H. Heydron, Joseph V. Ferrante, Michael A. Schoch, Hilton G. Hammond
  • Patent number: 8241042
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a system and method for generating a simulated pulse to be used in combination with a patient monitor. In many embodiments, a pulse is simulated by displacing a volume in a pressurized system. For instance, in one embodiment, the volume in the pressurized system is displaced by rotating a first end of a tube relative to a second end that is held stationary. A portion of the tube collapses due to the twisting causing the volume in the system to decrease. The first end of the tube may be rotated back to its original position causing the volume in the system to return to its original state. This change in volume simulates a pulse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Richard Rosenthal, Michael A. Schoch, Bryan Hoog
  • Publication number: 20100316984
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a system and method for generating a simulated pulse to be used in combination with a patient monitor. In many embodiments, a pulse is simulated by displacing a volume in a pressurized system. For instance, in one embodiment, the volume in the pressurized system is displaced by rotating a first end of a tube relative to a second end that is held stationary. A portion of the tube collapses due to the twisting causing the volume in the system to decrease. The first end of the tube may be rotated back to its original position causing the volume in the system to return to its original state. This change in volume simulates a pulse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2009
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Applicant: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Richard Rosenthal, Michael A. Schoch, Bryan Hoog
  • Patent number: D788776
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Charles E. Marzette, Jr., Duncan N. Kearsley, Michael A. Schoch, Paul A. Richer
  • Patent number: D842736
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2019
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Ferdinand Y. Laurino, Michael A. Schoch
  • Patent number: D902413
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2020
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Ferdinand Y. Laurino, Michael A. Schoch
  • Patent number: D944403
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2022
    Assignee: Fluke Corporation
    Inventors: Ferdinand Y. Laurino, Michael A. Schoch