Patents by Inventor Michael A. Steele
Michael A. Steele 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: 8200693Abstract: Techniques are described for logically comparing strategies. In one aspect the strategies can be compared by receiving a request to compare a first strategy to a second strategy, the first strategy graphically represented by a first set of linked nodes, the second strategy graphically represented by a second set of linked nodes, each set of linked nodes linking a root node to at least one action node; identifying a subset of linked nodes from at least one of the first set of linked nodes and the second set of linked nodes based on an equivalence of a first subset of the first set of linked nodes to a second subset of the second set of linked nodes; and, providing a visual depiction of the identified subset of the linked nodes to a user, the visual depiction corresponding to the equivalence of the first subset to the second subset.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2009Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: Fair Isaac CorporationInventors: Michael Steele, Stuart Crawford, Navin Doshi, Kashyap Babu Rao Kolipaka, Prasun Kumar, Sergei Tolmanov
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Patent number: 8200609Abstract: Data characterizing a plurality of related action graphs is received. Thereafter, the plurality of related action graphs are transformed into a logically equivalent structure so that rendering of the logically equivalent structure can be initiated. Related interfaces, apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2008Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: Fair Isaac CorporationInventors: Stuart L. Crawford, Michael Steele, Prasun Kumar, Sergei Tolmanov, Megan Thorsen, Chris Erickson
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Publication number: 20110288840Abstract: A vehicle simulation system includes a compiler module, a parser module, a wrapper module, a modeling module, and a simulation module. The compiler module generates object code that is compatible with a first type of operating system based on source code that is executable by a vehicle control module and that is compatible with a second type of operating system. The parser module generates a definitions file and an extensible markup language (XML) file based on the source code and the object code. The wrapper module generates a library file based on the object code and the definitions file. The modeling module generates model-based source code for a virtual model based on the XML file and a user configuration of the virtual model. The simulation module simulates operation of a plant of a vehicle with the virtual model.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2010Publication date: November 24, 2011Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS, INC.Inventors: Michael A. Kropinski, Minghui Kao, Gary Ferries, Hamid M. Esfahan, Wen-Chuan Lin, Michael A. Steele, Onassis Matthews
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Patent number: 8028909Abstract: An imaging system with in-field image quality testing and reporting features, includes a housing, and a solid-state imager having an array of image sensors supported by the housing for capturing return light from a target located in a range of working distances from the housing in an image capture mode of operation, and for capturing return light from a test pattern positioned at a predetermined position in the range of working distances in a test mode of operation different from the image capture mode. An electrical signal indicative of the captured return light is generated in each mode. A memory is supported by the housing for storing a test program for testing image quality.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2008Date of Patent: October 4, 2011Assignee: Symbol Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Christopher Warren Brock, Jonathan Chin, Christopher Fjellstad, David P. Goren, Patrick Mauro, David Tsi-Shi, Michael Steele
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Publication number: 20100332514Abstract: Techniques are described for logically comparing strategies. In one aspect the strategies can be compared by receiving a request to compare a first strategy to a second strategy, the first strategy graphically represented by a first set of linked nodes, the second strategy graphically represented by a second set of linked nodes, each set of linked nodes linking a root node to at least one action node; identifying a subset of linked nodes from at least one of the first set of linked nodes and the second set of linked nodes based on an equivalence of a first subset of the first set of linked nodes to a second subset of the second set of linked nodes; and, providing a visual depiction of the identified subset of the linked nodes to a user, the visual depiction corresponding to the equivalence of the first subset to the second subset.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2009Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventors: Michael Steele, Stuart Crawford, Navin Doshi, Kashyap Babu Rao Kolipaka, Prasun Kumar, Sergei Tolmanov
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Publication number: 20100127078Abstract: An imaging system with in-field image quality testing and reporting features, includes a housing, and a solid-state imager having an array of image sensors supported by the housing for capturing return light from a target located in a range of working distances from the housing in an image capture mode of operation, and for capturing return light from a test pattern positioned at a predetermined position in the range of working distances in a test mode of operation different from the image capture mode. An electrical signal indicative of the captured return light is generated in each mode. A memory is supported by the housing for storing a test program for testing image quality.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2008Publication date: May 27, 2010Inventors: Christopher Warren Brock, Jonathan Chin, Christopher Fjellstad, David P. Goren, Patrick Mauro, David Tsi-Shi, Michael Steele
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Patent number: 7672637Abstract: Spread-spectrum technology, either direct sequence or frequency hopping, or a combination of the two, is used for transmitting audio signals one way and control signals two ways over an RF channel(s) to reduce interference with/from other RF transmissions and enabling use of multiple such systems in close proximity without requiring pre-selection of transmission frequencies. Alternatively, multiple channels with appended access codes may be used, wherein interference or loss of clear signal results in automatic switching to another channel. The control signals accompany the transmitted audio signal at some time in the transmission interval, or previous to the beginning of the transmission interval, and constitute a coded control message allowing a unique connection. In some cases the encoding keys may only occur at the beginning of the desired message, while in other cases the two-way control signals may continue throughout the interval of the message link.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2006Date of Patent: March 2, 2010Assignee: Audiological Engineering Corp.Inventors: Michael Steele, David Franklin
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Patent number: 7611061Abstract: A stop motion sensor supported by a mobile electro-optical reader is operative for sensing when the mobile reader is supported in a steady state by the operator for a predetermined time period, and for automatically actuating the mobile reader in response to sensing the steady state to initiate reading of indicia while the mobile reader is supported in the steady state by the operator for the predetermined time period.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2006Date of Patent: November 3, 2009Assignee: Symbol Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Michael Steele, Thomas Wulff
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Publication number: 20090063389Abstract: A request to compare strategies is received. The first strategy can be graphically represented by a first set of linked nodes arranged in a first form of decision logic. The second strategy can be graphically represented by a second set of linked nodes arranged in a second form of decision logic. The first set of linked nodes can be converted to a first modified set of linked nodes arranged in a third form of decision logic. The second set of linked nodes can be converted to a second modified set of linked nodes arranged in the third form of decision logic. A visual representation of the first modified set of linked nodes and the second modified set of linked nodes can be provided to a user. Related apparatus, techniques, and articles are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2008Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventors: Stuart L. Crawford, Michael Steele, Navin Doshi, Sergei Tolmanov, Kashy Ap Rao Kolipaka, Gaurav Chhaparwal
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Publication number: 20090058859Abstract: Data characterizing a plurality of related action graphs is received. Thereafter, the, plurality of related action graphs are transformed into a logically equivalent structure so that rendering of the logically equivalent structure can be initiated. Related interfaces, apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2008Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventors: Stuart L. Crawford, Michael Steele, Prasun Kumar, Sergei Tolmanov, Megan Thorsen, Chris Erickson
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Publication number: 20090064053Abstract: Techniques for visualization of decision logic are provided. In one aspect, the techniques can be implemented by providing a control within a graphical user interface to a user. The control can display a plurality of graphical user interface elements corresponding to linked nodes within a hierarchical structure. An input identifying a selected graphical user interface element within the control can be generated by a user. A selected node within the hierarchical structure can be identified based on the selected graphical user interface element. In response to a request from a user, modifying an appearance of a subset of the linked nodes within the hierarchical structure based on a desired visualization criteria, the linked nodes within the hierarchical structure and the selected node.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 29, 2008Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventors: Stuart L. Crawford, Gaurav Chhaparwal, Navin Doshi, Kashyap Babu Rao Kolipaka, Sergei Tolmanov, Michael Steele, Megan Thorsen
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Publication number: 20090044279Abstract: Fraud detection is facilitated by developing account cluster membership rules and converting them to database queries via an examination of clusters of linked accounts abstracted from the customer database. The cluster membership rules are based upon certain observed data patterns associated with potentially fraudulent activity. In one embodiment, account clusters are grouped around behavior patterns exhibited by imposters. The system then identifies those clusters exhibiting a high probability of fraud and builds cluster membership rules for identifying subsequent accounts that match those rules. The rules are designed to define the parameters of the identified clusters. When the rules are deployed in a transaction blocking system, when a rule pertaining to an identified fraudulent cluster is triggered, the transaction blocking system blocks the transaction with respect to new users who enter the website.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2008Publication date: February 12, 2009Applicant: Fair Isaac CorporationInventors: Stuart L. Crawford, Chris Erickson, Victor Miagkikh, Michael Steele, Megan Thorsen, Sergei Tolmanov
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Publication number: 20080121713Abstract: A stop motion sensor supported by a mobile electro-optical reader is operative for sensing when the mobile reader is supported in a steady state by the operator for a predetermined time period, and for automatically actuating the mobile reader in response to sensing the steady state to initiate reading of indicia while the mobile reader is supported in the steady state by the operator for the predetermined time period.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2006Publication date: May 29, 2008Inventors: Michael Steele, Thomas Wulff
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Publication number: 20080048669Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus, including computer program products, for topological mapping using a conductive infrastructure. A conductive infrastructure of a structure is excited with an excitation signal. The radiated signal is received, the radiated signal being based on the excitation signal and an impedance discontinuity within the conductive infrastructure. A location associated with the impedance discontinuity is determined based on the received radiated signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2006Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventors: Dzulkifli Saul Scherber, Jay Joseph Pulli, Ernest Scott Stickles, Michael Steele, Carole Steele, Zachary Michael Upton
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Publication number: 20070102398Abstract: Methods are provided for producing large volumes of small antenna arrays. In one embodiment, the method comprises the steps of creating an antenna array pattern as a computer file, printing the created pattern onto the surface of a suitable transfer paper, placing the printed image surface in contact with the surface of a material to be etched, and transferring the printed image to the surface of the material to be etched. The transfer can be effected by any combination of chemicals, heat, and/or pressure. After transfer of the printed image, the transfer paper is removed. The step of removing the transfer paper optionally includes wetting the transfer paper in a manner that dissolves the transfer paper leaving the printed antenna pattern on the surface of the material to be etched.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 10, 2005Publication date: May 10, 2007Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: William Stowell, Michael Steele, Thomas Rentz
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Publication number: 20060218067Abstract: A system and method is provided that provides tools to consumers to help consumers understand their credit scores and how to take action to improve their credit scores. A system and method for each of and for a combination of a score estimating tool, a best action simulation tool, an easy error correction tool, and a score improvement tool are provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2006Publication date: September 28, 2006Inventor: Michael Steele
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Publication number: 20060217061Abstract: Spread-spectrum technology, either direct sequence or frequency hopping, or a combination of the two, is used for transmitting audio signals one way and control signals two ways over an RF channel(s) to reduce interference with/from other RF transmissions and enabling use of multiple such systems in close proximity without requiring pre-selection of transmission frequencies. Alternatively, multiple channels with appended access codes may be used, wherein interference or loss of clear signal results in automatic switching to another channel. The control signals accompany the transmitted audio signal at some time in the transmission interval, or previous to the beginning of the transmission interval, and constitute a coded control message allowing a unique connection. In some cases the encoding keys may only occur at the beginning of the desired message, while in other cases the two-way control signals may continue throughout the interval of the message link.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2006Publication date: September 28, 2006Inventors: Michael Steele, David Franklin
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Publication number: 20050132583Abstract: An reciprocating saw comprising a housing, a motor, a spindle movably supported within said housing and having a front end adapted to support a saw blade, a drive assembly, and an adjustable shoe assembly. The adjustable shoe assembly includes a shoe, a shoe support member pivotally supporting the shoe, a locking member pivotally supported by the housing, and a lever connected to the locking member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2005Publication date: June 23, 2005Applicant: Milwaukee Electric Tool CorporationInventors: Thomas Bednar, Roger Neitzell, Michael Steele
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Publication number: 20030048890Abstract: Method for changing a previously assigned personal identification number using a voice response unit. The method includes receiving a new personal identification number input by a user interacting with the voice response unit, determining whether the new personal identification number is valid, and changing the previously assigned personal identification number to the new personal identification number without requiring the user to input the previously assigned personal identification number if the new personal identification number is valid.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2001Publication date: March 13, 2003Inventors: David L. Weiss, Robert Michael Steele, Anand Ramamoorthy
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Publication number: 20030018579Abstract: The present invention provides a method of making a secure financial transaction over the internet comprising: a virtual credit card terminal (VCT) having a credit card means reader, a digital processing device operatively associated with said credit card means reader and encoding transaction programs that allows opening of an interactive terminal window for processing of the transaction, and wherein said virtual credit card terminal is registered with a VCT gateway.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2001Publication date: January 23, 2003Inventors: Gregory John Litster, Craig Anthony Kenny, Tony Michael Steele