Patents by Inventor Michael Abbott

Michael Abbott 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).

  • Publication number: 20160359999
    Abstract: Systems, methods, devices and non-transitory, computer-readable mediums are disclosed for device-to-device caching. In some implementations, a method includes: registering, by an electronic device, a cache service on a local area network (LAN), the LAN including other registered electronic devices; generating, by the electronic device, a content map for cached content, the content map generated from descriptors of the cached content and including data indicating that the cached content described by the content descriptors is possibly cached or is definitely not cached by the electronic device; advertising, by the electronic device, the registered cache service and the content map; receiving, by the electronic device, a request for content from a requesting electronic device registered on the LAN; determining, by the electronic device, that the requested content is cached; and sending, by the electronic device, the requested content to the requesting electronic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Inventors: Kazuhisa Yanagihara, Daniel M. Zitter, Jason R. Thorpe, Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20160339881
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides systems and methods for multiple brake actuator operation under load cell failure. In various embodiments, a system for multiple brake actuator operation comprises a controller, a load cell in communication with the controller, a current sensor in communication with the controller, and a position sensor in communication with the controller and configured to measure a rotational speed of a motor shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2015
    Publication date: November 24, 2016
    Applicant: Goodrich Corporation
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Richard A. Poisson
  • Publication number: 20160319364
    Abstract: This invention provides methods for amplifying, detecting, measuring, and identifying miRNAs from biological samples, particularly limited amounts of a biological sample. miRNAs that are differentially expressed in tumor samples and normal tissues are useful as cancer biomarkers for cancer diagnostics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2016
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Inventors: Paul Gerald Ahlquist, Srikumar Sengupta, Johan Arie den Boon, Bill Sugden, Michael Abbott Newton
  • Patent number: 9428162
    Abstract: Systems and methods of controlling a brake system are provided. The system may include the step of detecting, by a controller, a failure of a first load cell of a first electromechanical brake actuator (EBA). The method may further comprise estimating, by the controller, a force of the first EBA using a force output from a second load cell, and commanding, by the controller, the first EBA in response to the estimated force of the first EBA.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: Goodrich Corporation
    Inventors: Richard A. Poisson, Haftay Hailu, Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20160047852
    Abstract: An interface circuit for a bridge sensor has a switch that connects to a resistive bridge circuit. The resistive bridge circuit includes a first input terminal, a second input terminal, and a pair of resistive branches that connect between the first and second input terminals. Both of the resistive branches include an output terminal. The switch is connected to the first input terminal and is in series with both resistive branches for connecting and disconnecting a voltage source from the resistive branch output terminals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Publication date: February 18, 2016
    Inventors: Richard A. Poisson, Scott R. Durkee, Gary L. Hess, Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20160016660
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to rate detection components, and more particularly, to a rate detection system that determines the update rate of commands. The update rate of the commands may be determined in response to the incidence of similarities and differences among samples of the commands.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2014
    Publication date: January 21, 2016
    Inventors: Efrem E. Ayichew, Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20160020928
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to control actuation smoothing, and more particularly, to a control actuation smoothing system that smoothes brake actuation. The smoothing may be determined in response to a filter. In various embodiments, the smoothing may enhance brake component performance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2014
    Publication date: January 21, 2016
    Inventors: Efrem E. Ayichew, Michael Abbott
  • Patent number: 8616153
    Abstract: Method and device for ensuring high yields during spraying of a settable slurry composition. The slurry is conveyed through a length of hose to a nozzle spray-orifice, and a set accelerator is introduced into the slurry at a distance “D” from the nozzle spray-orifice. The level of accelerator is monitored using a sensor located in the slurry path at a point after the set accelerator is injected. A preferred sensor comprises two pairs of conductivity sensors each having an annular body with a bore corresponding to the diameter of the hose or nozzle bore. Voltage of the slurry can be correlated to yields obtained when a salt-based accelerator fluid is injected into the slurry, such that levels of accelerator can be finely adjusted, and consistently high yields of spray coatings can be achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Assignee: W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Dennis M. Hilton, Keith Lipford, Karl Taub
  • Patent number: 8303255
    Abstract: Shaft trim balancing devices, related systems and methods are provided. In this regard, an representative device for trim balancing a rotatable shaft includes: an intermediate section being annularly shaped and having terminating ends spaced from each other in an uncompressed state of the device; and first and second sets of counterweights extending longitudinally from opposing sides of the intermediate section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: United Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Amarnath Ramlogan, Celerick D. Stephens, Bradley A. Smith, Eli J. Morales, Carl R. Verner, Karen Soto, Michael Abbott, John J. O'Connor, Kenneth R. Ayers
  • Patent number: 7961711
    Abstract: The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for fitness based routing. Embodiments of the invention significantly improve the likelihood that routing nodes contained in routing table have adequate (or even relatively increased) ability to transfer and process messages in an overlay network. Thus, when the node is to make a routing decision for a message, the node has some assurances that any selected routing node is adequate (or is at least the best currently available). Further, a sending node can take preference to routing nodes with higher fitness values when sending a message. Preference to higher fitness metric values further insures that messages are adequately transferred and processed. Accordingly, embodiments of the invention can be used to route messages in a manner that optimizes bandwidth and provides efficient routing capability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Marucheck, Bradford H. Lovering, Max Attar Feingold, Richard L. Hasha, Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20110033628
    Abstract: Method and device for ensuring high yields during spraying of a settable slurry composition. The slurry is conveyed through a length of hose to a nozzle spray-orifice, and a set accelerator is introduced into the slurry at a distance “D” from the nozzle spray-orifice. The level of accelerator is monitored using a sensor located in the slurry path at a point after the set accelerator is injected. A preferred sensor comprises two pairs of conductivity sensors each having an annular body with a bore corresponding to the diameter of the hose or nozzle bore. Voltage of the slurry can be correlated to yields obtained when a salt-based accelerator fluid is injected into the slurry, such that levels of accelerator can be finely adjusted, and consistently high yields of spray coatings can be achieved.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2010
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Dennis M. Hilton, Keith Lipford, Karl Taub
  • Publication number: 20100325784
    Abstract: A helmet clip captures a goggle loop and lanyard and provides a mounting mechanism for a helmet accessory. The helmet clip uses a snap mechanism to selectively capture and release the lanyard or goggle loop without removing the accessory.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Michael Vaudrey
  • Patent number: 7842348
    Abstract: Method and device for ensuring high yields during spraying of a settable slurry composition. The slurry is conveyed through a length of hose to a nozzle spray-orifice, and a set accelerator is introduced into the slurry at a distance “D” from the nozzle spray-orifice. The level of accelerator is monitored using a sensor located in the slurry path at a point after the set accelerator is injected. A preferred sensor comprises two pairs of conductivity sensors each having an annular body with a bore corresponding to the diameter of the hose or nozzle bore. Voltage of the slurry can be correlated to yields obtained when a salt-based accelerator fluid is injected into the slurry, such that levels of accelerator can be finely adjusted, and consistently high yields of spray coatings can be achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Assignee: W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn.
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Dennis M. Hilton, Keith Lipford, Karl Taub
  • Patent number: 7799097
    Abstract: Processes for dyeing fabric are provided. The process can include continuously moving the fabric in a machine direction; removing folds or creases from the fabric; spraying a first surface of the fabric with a dye; and exposing the fabric to atmospheric steam after spraying the dye on the first surface but prior to the dye drying on the first surface so that the dye migrates from the first surface to a second surface of the fabric and reacts with and affixes to a component of the fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Assignee: HBI Branded Apparel Enterprises, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Robert Miller, Ruth May, Martin Bentham
  • Publication number: 20090107237
    Abstract: Shaft trim balancing devices, related systems and methods are provided. In this regard, an representative device for trim balancing a rotatable shaft includes: an intermediate section being annularly shaped and having terminating ends spaced from each other in an uncompressed state of the device; and first and second sets of counterweights extending longitudinally from opposing sides of the intermediate section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Applicant: UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
    Inventors: Amarnath Ramlogan, Celerick D. Stephens, Bradley A. Smith, Eli J. Morales, Carl R. Verner, Karen Soto, Michael Abbott, John J. O'Connor, Kenneth R. Ayers, JR.
  • Publication number: 20090099034
    Abstract: This invention provides methods for amplifying, detecting, measuring, and identifying miRNAs from biological samples, particularly limited amounts of a biological sample. miRNAs that are differentially expressed in tumor samples and normal tissues are useful as cancer biomarkers for cancer diagnostics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2008
    Publication date: April 16, 2009
    Applicant: WISCONSIN ALUMNI RESEARCH FOUNDATION
    Inventors: Paul Gerald Ahlquist, Srikumar Sengupta, Johan Arie den Boon, Bill Sugden, Michael Abbott Newton
  • Publication number: 20090041033
    Abstract: The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for fitness based routing. Embodiments of the invention significantly improve the likelihood that routing nodes contained in routing table have adequate (or even relatively increased) ability to transfer and process messages in an overlay network. Thus, when the node is to make a routing decision for a message, the node has some assurances that any selected routing node is adequate (or is at least the best currently available). Further, a sending node can take preference to routing nodes with higher fitness values when sending a message. Preference to higher fitness metric values further insures that messages are adequately transferred and processed. Accordingly, embodiments of the invention can be used to route messages in a manner that optimizes bandwidth and provides efficient routing capability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2008
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Applicant: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Marucheck, Bradford H. Lovering, Max Attar Feingold, Richard L. Hasha, Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20080215451
    Abstract: As the Internet becomes more and more a part of our everyday lives, we see new Business Models evolve from existing Industry Business Practices. The StreamSale Distribution Model has the ability to generate Hundreds of Millions of Dollars (US) with one 60-minute broadcast. By selling an experience via the Internet, with an added feature, a unique business model emerges. Once implemented and marketed, competition will ultimately copy and implement this model. This is the very need for Patent Protection. This creates a paradigm shift in the way an Industry sells their primary products. These products, rather than remaining only tangible, are given experiential value. In fact, the customer will receive the tangible products, but for free. People have always been willing to pay for live entertainment, and continually exhibit the enjoyment of and are drawn to the evolving Internet streaming experience. This is how this inventive business model was created.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2008
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Inventor: Aaron Michael Abbott
  • Publication number: 20080034508
    Abstract: A composition for finishing a textile is provided. The composition includes a finishing agent and a binder component that is conducive to forming a bond with the textile and a bond with a dye. A method of digitally printing a textile is also provided, which includes applying a finishing agent to the textile so that the finishing agent forms a first bond with a component of the textile and digitally printing a dye on the textile after applying the finishing agent so that the dye forms a second bond with the finishing agent. A digitally printed textile having a textile with a finishing agent and a binding component is provided. The binding component forms a bond with a component of the textile and a dye is bound to the binding component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Ruth May
  • Publication number: 20080010658
    Abstract: An indexing system and method for allowing a viewer to control the mode of delivery of program material. By mapping from time to data position, data delivery can begin at any selected time in the program material. The indexing method also provides for controlling data delivery to begin at the beginning of a frame of data. A synchronizing method is provided to minimize a time offset between audio and vide data, particularly in environments using groups of pictures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2007
    Publication date: January 10, 2008
    Inventors: Michael Abbott, Paul Close, Kevin Smith