Patents by Inventor Michael Ahnemann

Michael Ahnemann 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: 10129720
    Abstract: A graphical user interface (GUI) on a display of an electronic device visually presents to a user a group of voice bundles that are available for use on the electronic device. Each voice bundle includes a software application for performing a call flow that includes a sequence of prompt instructions and grammar instructions executable to result in a simulated multi-step spoken interaction between the electronic device and the user. An input is received from the user entered through the GUI indicating a selection of a voice bundle from the group of voice bundles. In response to the input, a remote server is identified that stores the selected voice bundle. Network communications is established between the electronic device and the remote server. The selected voice bundle is located on the remote server. A copy of the selected voice bundle is downloaded from the remote server onto the electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2018
    Inventors: Ahmed Tewfik Bouzid, Vadim Snitkovsky, Michael Ahnemann, Ashwini Swaroop Reddy Dulam, Prasanna Sajeewa Naleen Perera, Brandon Alan Phillips, Paresh Popli, Rajesh Ramchander, David James Rennyson, Briam Rodriguez, Michael Jerry Saylor
  • Publication number: 20050238145
    Abstract: A method of providing a verbal dialog interface for a caller to an automated self-service “how to use” call system. The method uses a combination of natural language and directed dialog techniques to permit callers to hear instructions through three paths: by saying the name of a topic, by selecting the topic from a menu, or by describing the topic. A playback feature permits the caller to control the pace of presentation of the dialog. Partitioning of the dialog into modules ensures that the caller remains on track during the dialog.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2004
    Publication date: October 27, 2005
    Applicant: SBC Knowledge Ventures, L.P.
    Inventors: Benjamin Knott, John Martin, Robert Bushey, Michael Ahnemann