Patents by Inventor Michael Ashby

Michael Ashby 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).

  • Synthesis and use of hypothiocyanite
    Publication number: 20060018817
    Abstract: A method of producing hypothiocyanite by combining a hypohalous acid and thiocyanate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2005
    Publication date: January 26, 2006
    Inventor: Michael Ashby
  • Versatile, configurable keyboard
    Publication number: 20050122313
    Abstract: A computer keyboard is provided allowing configuration of the keys in any position. The keyboard includes a sensing surface capable of sensing the position of one or multiple, simultaneous finger presses. The position of the keyboard homekeys can be defined as the most comfortable, natural position of a user's hands. The remaining keys may have their positions defined relative to the homekeys for ease of use. Also, the keyboard can automatically adjust the position of the non-homekeys based on a moving average of the actual location of the user's depression of each such key.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2004
    Publication date: June 9, 2005
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventor: Michael Ashby