Patents by Inventor Michael Fox

Michael Fox 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: 20170274259
    Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a retrieval tool, which is configured to secure object in place within the retrieval tool responsive to the object engaging with the retrieval tool. The retrieval tool may be utilized to grasp, secure, hold, etc. objects in a plurality of different circumstances, such as disc golf, grasping an object at a hard to reach place, more easily holding an object, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2017
    Publication date: September 28, 2017
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 9765075
    Abstract: Provided herein are novel substituted bridged urea and related analogs and methods of use thereof. The sirtuin-modulating compounds may be used for increasing the lifespan of a cell, and treating and/or preventing a wide variety of diseases and disorders including, for example, diseases or disorders related to aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, inflammation, cancer, and/or flushing as well as diseases or disorders that would benefit from increased mitochondrial activity. Also provided are compositions comprising a sirtuin-modulating compound in combination with another therapeutic agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2017
    Assignee: GLAXOSMITHKLINE LLC
    Inventors: Charles A. Blum, Richard Dana Caldwell, Rebecca Casaubon, Jeremy S. Disch, Ryan Michael Fox, Karsten Koppetsch, Pui Yee Ng, Christopher Oalmann, Robert B. Perni, Bruce G. Szczepankiewicz, Brian H. White
  • Publication number: 20170225362
    Abstract: A hybrid mold includes (a) an Invar® eggcrate structure, (b) an Invar® interim working surface and (c) a CF composite material overlay. The eggcrate and interim working surface are welded or otherwise connected together to form a unitary base mold. The CF overlay is bonded to the interim working surface. The CF overlay is easily reconfigurable and can be replaced without destroying the integrity of the base mold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2017
    Publication date: August 10, 2017
    Applicant: Ascent Aerospace, LLC
    Inventors: Jerry Anthony, Michael Fox, Zachary Skelton, Daniel Brennan, Randel Dean Moruzzi, JR.
  • Patent number: 9716843
    Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for measurement devices and methods to obtain various physical and/or electrical parameters in an integrated manner. For example, a measurement device may include a housing, an optical emitter, a sensor, a distance measurement circuit, a length measurement circuit, an electrical meter circuit, a display, an infrared imaging module, and/or a non-thermal imaging module. The device may be conveniently carried and utilized by users to perform a series of distance measurements, wire length measurements, electrical parameter measurements, and/or fault inspections, in an integrated manner without using multiple different devices. In one example, electricians may utilize the device to perform installation of electrical wires and/or other tasks at various locations (e.g., electrical work sites). In another example, electricians may utilize the device to view a thermal image of one or more scenes at such locations for locating potential electrical faults.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2017
    Assignee: FLIR Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Fox, Mark Nussmeier, Eric A. Kurth, Nicholas Högasten, Theodore R. Hoelter, Katrin Strandemar, Pierre Boulanger, Barbara Sharp
  • Patent number: 9706137
    Abstract: Various techniques are provided to monitor electrical equipment. In some implementations, a monitoring system for a cabinet may include an infrared camera configured to capture thermal images of at least a portion of electrical equipment positioned in an interior cavity of the cabinet. In some implementations, the monitoring system also includes a communication interface configured to transmit the thermal images from the infrared camera for external viewing by a user. In some implementations, the thermal images may be provided through various wired and wireless communication techniques. In some implementations, the infrared camera may receive electrical power through a physical coupling to an electrical connector within the cabinet and/or through electromagnetic energy harvesting techniques. Other implementations are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Assignee: FLIR Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Scanlon, Michael Fox, Nicholas Högasten, Theodore R. Hoelter, Katrin Strandemar
  • Publication number: 20170080310
    Abstract: A method of measuring, recording, and mapping at least one performance variable of a face of a golf club head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2016
    Publication date: March 23, 2017
    Inventors: Scott T. Blevins, Michael Fox, Justin Honea
  • Publication number: 20170031840
    Abstract: Apparatus, methods and system relating to a vehicular telemetry environment for an intelligent Bluetooth beacon I/O expansion of the vehicular telemetry hardware system. The intelligent Bluetooth beacon I/O expansion provides a capability to receive beacon data, log beacon data, communicate beacon data and operate on beacon data to determine and further communicate a range of operational conditions, such as damage, hazardous and missing objects in the form of text messages, audio messages or compliance and management reports.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2015
    Publication date: February 2, 2017
    Applicant: Geotab Inc.
    Inventors: Neil Charles Cawse, Darren Marc Lohmann Beams, Stephen Michael Fox, Cong Zhu
  • Patent number: 9533202
    Abstract: A golf club head having a face with a face center and a center face measured performance variable, which may be a characteristic time, or CT, value, a coefficient of restitution, or COR, value, or a potential smash factor. The face includes a center face permanent indicia that is indicative of the center face measured performance variable. Relationships among the permanent indicia and the face are disclosed to reduce the likelihood of distraction caused by the permanent indicia as a golfer addresses a shot. Further, the surface roughness of the permanent indicia is controlled with respect to the surface roughness of the face to reduce the impact that the permanent indicia has on the performance of the golf club head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignee: TAYLOR MADE GOLF COMPANY, INC.
    Inventors: Scott T. Blevins, Michael Fox, Justin Honea
  • Publication number: 20160340328
    Abstract: Disclosed are compounds having the formula: wherein R1, R2 and R3 are as defined herein, and methods of making and using the same, including use as inhibitors of BMP1, TLL1 and/or TLL2 and in treatment of diseases associated with BMP1, TLL1 and/or TLL2 activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2015
    Publication date: November 24, 2016
    Inventors: Sarah E. DOWDELL, Hilary Schenck EIDAM, Mark ELBAN, Ryan Michael FOX, Marlys HAMMOND, Mark A. HILFIKER, Tram H. HOANG, Lara KALLANDER, Brian Griffin LAWHORN, Sharada MANNS, Joanne PHILP, David G. WASHBURN, Guosen YE
  • Patent number: 9499379
    Abstract: A towing attachment for a for a forklift is described. The towing attachment includes a main frame for locating the attachment on a fork assembly of a forklift, a towing hitch assembly on the main frame for connection to a towed article; and one or more connectors mounted on the main frame for connecting the main frame to a forklift body or forklift chassis wherein the one or more connectors are adapted to transfer towing forces on the towing attachment to the forklift body or forklift chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2016
    Assignee: BRIONMADEL PTY LTD
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20160328945
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for monitoring operation of HVAC units associated with cell towers has a plurality of sensors sensing operating parameters of the HVAC units and communicating the data via a wireless data logger to a computer programmed to analyze the data to predict impending out-of-range operating conditions and warn a user. The analysis may be by pattern recognition and/or rules. The system may generate prescriptive measures to remedy expected degraded operation and is applicable to any number of cell tower installations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventors: Harry Greisser, Lee Mingione, Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 9416543
    Abstract: A debris trap device for diverting rainwater collected from a gutter to the ground and/or into an underground water storage and drainage system. The debris trap device can include a conduit defining a channel and having an inlet opening to receive fluid and debris and an outlet opening to discharge the fluid, a trap having a plurality of apertures extending from a superior surface to an inferior surface, where the trap is located within the channel and coupled to the conduit, a first panel removably coupled to the first wall, and a second panel removably coupled to the second wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Englert Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Fox, David Plum
  • Publication number: 20160223588
    Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for measurement devices and methods to obtain measurements of various physical parameters in an integrated manner. For example, according to one or more embodiments, a measurement device includes a housing configured to be hand-held by a user; a light sensor configured to sense light and generate a signal in response; a logic device configured to process the signal from the light sensor to determine an intensity of the light, the logic device being further configured to receive and process another signal to determine a magnitude of a physical parameter associated with an external article; and a display configured to present information representing the intensity of the light and the magnitude of the physical parameter. Such a measurement device may be conveniently carried and utilized by electricians or other users, for example, to perform lighting installation or retrofitting without a need for multiple different devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2016
    Publication date: August 4, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Fox
  • Patent number: 9404672
    Abstract: The present disclosure describes a curing box including a circulation assembly which substantially eliminates temperature stratification of a first fluid within the box. Additionally, the curing box includes an internal temperature sensor and an external temperature sensor which provide data to a control module. The control module permits adjustment of the fluid temperature within the box. The present disclosure additionally provides a method for curing a specimen in the curing box. The method compares the temperature signal from the external sensor to the internal sensor and adjusts the temperature of the fluid in the box to match the temperature reported by the external sensor. Additionally, the method controls the flow of a second fluid into the box thereby circulating the first fluid to substantially eliminate temperature stratification of the first fluid in the box. Thus, the method provides a controlled environment for curing the specimen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2016
    Assignee: FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Marshall Dock, II, Michael Fox, Jim O'Daniel
  • Patent number: 9341304
    Abstract: A modular filtration frame assembly is provided for holding components of a pipe system and filtration system. The modular frame assembly comprises a skid formed by a base and a central spine. The base has at least two legs and at least one lateral support disposed between the two legs, and the central spine has two uprights and at least one cross bar disposed between the two uprights. A component support member is attached to the central spine for supporting components of the pipe system. In the modular frame assembly, the base, central spine and component supports can be formed by selecting from predetermined and presized components in response to the design and size of the pipe system and filtration system. The component support member holds predetermined components of the pipe and filtration system having a predetermined centerline at the same vertical distance from the cross bar, thereby maintaining the same centerline for all pipe system components supported by the skid regardless of component diameter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2016
    Assignee: Pall Corporation
    Inventors: Scott W. Osiecki, David A. Furth, Mark A. Ferguson, Jonathan A. Fitch, Michael Fox, Seiya Ohta, Todd B. Abernethy
  • Publication number: 20160083386
    Abstract: Provided herein are novel substituted bridged urea and related analogs and methods of use thereof. The sirtuin-modulating compounds may be used for increasing the lifespan of a cell, and treating and/or preventing a wide variety of diseases and disorders including, for example, diseases or disorders related to aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, inflammation, cancer, and/or flushing as well as diseases or disorders that would benefit from increased mitochondrial activity. Also provided are compositions comprising a sirtuin-modulating compound in combination with another therapeutic agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2014
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Inventors: Charles A. BLUM, Richard Dana CALDWELL, Rebecca CASAUBON, Jeremy S. DISCH, Ryan Michael FOX, Karsten KOPPETSCH, Pui Yee NG, Christopher OALMANN, Robet B. PERNI, Bruce G. SZCZEPANKIEWICZ, Brian H. WHITE
  • Patent number: 9217336
    Abstract: A system for forming a barrier between a lubrication oil region and an air region of a gas turbine engine comprising a lubrication oil return path, a centrifugal oil slinger on a rotating member fixed to a spool of the gas turbine engine, a spiral groove configured to direct lubrication oil toward an oil return path, a labyrinth seal, and a cavity configured to form a non-contacting seal with the spiral groove and the labyrinth seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: Solar Turbines Incorporated
    Inventors: Engward Nielson, Michael Fox
  • Publication number: 20150296146
    Abstract: Various techniques are provided to monitor electrical equipment. In some implementations, a monitoring system for a cabinet may include an infrared camera and a non-thermal camera. The infrared camera may be configured to capture one or more thermal images of at least a portion of electrical equipment positioned in an interior cavity of the cabinet. The non-thermal camera may be configured to capture one or more non-thermal images such as visible light images of the portion of electrical equipment. In some implementations, combined images may be generated that include characteristics of the thermal images and the non-thermal images for viewing by a user. In some implementations, the cameras may receive electrical power through a physical coupling to an electrical connector within the cabinet and/or through electromagnetic energy harvesting techniques. Other implementations are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2015
    Publication date: October 15, 2015
    Inventors: Thomas J. Scanlon, Michael Fox, Nicholas Högasten, Theodore R. Hoelter, Katrin Strandemar, Pierre Boulanger, Barbara Sharp, Mark Nussmeier, Eric A. Kurth
  • Publication number: 20150272469
    Abstract: A system and methods for functional brain mapping is provided. The method includes providing a set of time-series functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data acquired from a brain of a subject while performing a functional task and decomposing the set of time-series fMRI data into a set of task signals and a set of non-task signals using a model related to the functional task performed by the subject. The method also includes generating a task activity map using the set of task signals and generating a non-task activity map using the set of non-task signals. The method further includes producing a combination map by selectively weighting the task activity map and non-task activity map, and combining the selectively weighted maps, using a statistical parameter, in dependence of a threshold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2015
    Publication date: October 1, 2015
    Inventors: Michael Fox, Hesheng Liu
  • Publication number: 20150252935
    Abstract: A modular filtration frame assembly is provided for holding components of a pipe system and filtration system. The modular frame assembly comprises a skid formed by a base and a central spine. The base has at least two legs and at least one lateral support disposed between the two legs, and the central spine has two uprights and at least one cross bar disposed between the two uprights. A component support member is attached to the central spine for supporting components of the pipe system. In the modular frame assembly, the base, central spine and component supports can be formed by selecting from predetermined and presized components in response to the design and size of the pipe system and filtration system. The component support member holds predetermined components of the pipe and filtration system having a predetermined centerline at the same vertical distance from the cross bar, thereby maintaining the same centerline for all pipe system components supported by the skid regardless of component diameter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2014
    Publication date: September 10, 2015
    Applicant: Pall Corporation
    Inventors: Scott W. OSIECKI, David A. FURTH, Mark A. FERGUSON, Jonathan A. FITCH, Michael FOX, Seiya OHTA, Todd B. ABERNETHY