Patents by Inventor Michael Godwin

Michael Godwin 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: 20250116387
    Abstract: An automotive apparatus includes a heatsink; a lighting module coupled to the heat sink, the lighting module comprising one or more light sources, a light source driver for driving the one or more light sources; at least one microlens array comprising a plurality of microlenses comprising a plurality of sections, wherein each microlens array section is configured to project an image using light from the one or more light sources; a collimating assembly arranged between the lighting module and the at least one microlens array comprising: one or more collimators corresponding respectively to the one or more light sources, wherein each of the one or more collimators is aligned in a light path from a corresponding one of the one or more light source and the at least one microlens array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2023
    Publication date: April 10, 2025
    Inventors: Stefano FALERO, Michael GODWIN, Joseph GASIEWICZ
  • Publication number: 20160137458
    Abstract: A transportation system includes a track structure supporting one or more tracks along which cabins may travel. The track structure (2) contains the means of propulsion and extends the full length of travel of the cabins (1) and supports and guides the passenger carrying cabin(s). The means of propulsion is generated by connecting the passenger carrying cabin(s) to a rod (32) that successively engages a number of pairs of pinch rollers (41, 42) which are each driven by motors (42) located along the track (2). The pinch rollers are arranged such as to provide the necessary clamping force such that they propel the rod in the direction of travel without slip. The transportation system is suitable for installation both internal and external to building structures and enables cabins to be transported vertically, horizontally and around curved geometries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Publication date: May 19, 2016
    Inventor: Michael GODWIN
  • Patent number: 8193411
    Abstract: The invention provides novel molecular genetic markers in soybean, where the markers are useful, for example, in the marker-assisted selection of gene alleles that impart disease-resistance, thereby allowing the identification and selection of a disease-resistant plant. The markers also find use in positional cloning of disease-resistance genes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Godwin, Feng Han, Alec A. Hayes, Xu Hu, Soon-Chun Jeong, Guihua Lu, M.A. Saghai Maroff
  • Publication number: 20110145953
    Abstract: The invention provides novel molecular genetic markers in soybean, where the markers are useful, for example, in the marker-assisted selection of gene alleles that impart disease-resistance, thereby allowing the identification and selection of a disease-resistant plant. The markers also find use in positional cloning of disease-resistance genes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2011
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventors: Michael Godwin, Feng Han, Alec A. Hayes, Xu Hu, Soon-Chun Jeong, Guihua Lu, M.A. Saghai Maroof
  • Patent number: 7919675
    Abstract: The invention provides novel molecular genetic markers in soybean, where the markers are useful, for example, in the marker-assisted selection of gene alleles that impart disease-resistance, thereby allowing the identification and selection of a disease-resistant plant. The markers also find use in positional cloning of disease-resistance genes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2011
    Assignee: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Godwin, Feng Han, Alec A. Hayes, Xu Hu, Soon-Chun Jeong, Guihua Lu, M. A. Saghai Maroof
  • Patent number: 7822709
    Abstract: A building events status network for monitoring building events such as the reporting of equipment failure and visits by third parties to a plurality of buildings replaces the traditional paper logs by providing at least one site terminal with a unique address at each building to be monitored. The terminals are connected at least to a remote web server at which a database is maintained of entry records such as fault logs, times of individuals using the site terminals to report a fault or record their access to a building in the network and status information concerning the nature and outcome of the event concerning the buildings. Preferably the internet is used as the network infrastructure and each terminal is provided with browser software that permits the user to access only the remote web server.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Assignee: Conssero PLC
    Inventor: Adrian Michael Godwin
  • Publication number: 20100132067
    Abstract: The invention provides novel molecular genetic markers in soybean, where the markers are useful, for example, in the marker-assisted selection of gene alleles that impart disease-resistance, thereby allowing the identification and selection of a disease-resistant plant. The markers also find use in positional cloning of disease-resistance genes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2009
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Applicants: PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL, INC., VIRGINIA TECH INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES, INC.
    Inventors: MICHAEL GODWIN, FENG HAN, ALEC A. HAYES, XU HU, SOON-CHUN JEONG, GUIHUA LU, M.A. SAGHAI MAROOF
  • Patent number: 7642403
    Abstract: The invention provides novel molecular genetic markers in soybean, where the markers are useful, for example, in the marker-assisted selection of gene alleles that impart disease-resistance, thereby allowing the identification and selection of a disease-resistant plant. The markers also find use in positional cloning of disease-resistance genes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Godwin, Feng Han, Alec A. Hayes, Xu Hu, Soon-Chun Jeong, Guihua Lu, M. A. Saghai Maroof
  • Publication number: 20060163008
    Abstract: A gearless, ropeless elevator according to the present invention includes a universal independent linear electromagnetic retarder as an essential component that will ensure safe and comfortable transit for passengers going up and down. By design sufficient number of independent retarders are securely fixed to the independent passenger cabin such that under free fall conditions due to power failure for example the gross weight of the gearless, ropeless elevator assembly will be counter balanced by the force generated in the retarders so permitting it to descend at a slow speed until resting on its buffers. The independent universal retarder unit which can also function as a motor includes not only a fail safe brake capable of slowing and stopping a gearless, ropeless elevator assembly but also a UPS unit capable of supplying the retarder with sufficient power for a few seconds to permit the independent cabin and passengers to slowdown comfortably from high speed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2005
    Publication date: July 27, 2006
    Inventor: Michael Godwin
  • Publication number: 20060041955
    Abstract: The invention provides novel molecular genetic markers in soybean, where the markers are useful, for example, in the marker-assisted selection of gene alleles that impart disease-resistance, thereby allowing the identification and selection of a disease-resistant plant. The markers also find use in positional cloning of disease-resistance genes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2005
    Publication date: February 23, 2006
    Applicants: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Godwin, Feng Han, Alec Hayes, Xu Hu, Soon-Chun Jeong, Guihua Lu, M. A. Maroof
  • Patent number: 6860706
    Abstract: A method of verifying proper coupling of an implement assembly to a lift arm assembly by an operator who is located in a cab of a work machine is disclosed. The work machine includes the implement assembly and the lift arm assembly. The implement assembly includes a hinge plate. The hinge plate has a first coupling aperture extending therethrough. The lift arm assembly has a lift arm and a cylinder. The cylinder is secured to the lift arm. The method includes the step of actuating the cylinder so as to move a pin from a first pin position to a second pin position. The pin is spaced apart from the first coupling aperture when the pin is located in the first pin position. The pin extends through the first coupling aperture when the pin is located in the second pin position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2005
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: D. Michael Godwin, Ronald Mark Ginn, Allen F. Boyer
  • Patent number: 6830126
    Abstract: A rapid escape system for buildings including at least one ride unit for a corresponding at least one building occupant to exit via an elevator-type shaft or tube or down the outside of a building at a rapid, predetermined and substantially constant descent velocity. The system includes a lightweight tuned open frame AC linear electromagnetic power generator with one active half fixed to a backpack/ride on which a person or other object/load can be securely fastened, the other active half fixed top to bottom to a tall structure. When coupled magnetically via the air gap and moving they form a tuned AC permanent magnet linear electro-magnetic generator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2004
    Inventor: Michael Godwin
  • Publication number: 20040182646
    Abstract: A rapid escape system for buildings including at least one ride unit for a corresponding at least one building occupant to exit via an elevator-type shaft or tube or down the outside of a building at a rapid, predetermined and substantially constant descent velocity. The system includes a lightweight tuned open frame AC linear electromagnetic power generator with one active half fixed to a backpack/ride on which a person or other object/load can be securely fastened, the other active half fixed top to bottom to a tall structure. When coupled magnetically via the air gap and moving they form a tuned AC permanent magnet linear electro-magnetic generator. When the loaded ride unit is dispatched from any height under gravity the resonant Q factor of the generator permits the AC current to rapidly rise, thus inducing the retarding force generated in the air gap necessary to equal the weight of the descending backpack/ride plus load and stabilizing descent velocity to design speed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2003
    Publication date: September 23, 2004
    Inventor: Michael Godwin
  • Publication number: 20030172087
    Abstract: A building events status network for monitoring building events such as the reporting of equipment failure and visits by third parties to a plurality of buildings replaces the traditional paper logs by providing at least one site terminal with a unique address at each building to be monitored. The terminals are connected at least to a remote web server at which a database is maintained of entry records such as fault logs, times of individuals using the site terminals to report a fault or record their access to a building in the network and status information concerning the nature and outcome of the event concerning the buildings. Preferably the internet is used as the network infrastructure and each terminal is provided with browser software that permits the user to access only the remote web server.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2002
    Publication date: September 11, 2003
    Inventor: Adrian Michael Godwin
  • Publication number: 20010053323
    Abstract: A method of verifying proper coupling of an implement assembly to a lift arm assembly by an operator who is located in a cab of a work machine is disclosed. The work machine includes the implement assembly and the lift arm assembly. The implement assembly includes a hinge plate. The hinge plate has a first coupling aperture extending therethrough. The lift arm assembly has a lift arm and a cylinder. The cylinder is secured to the lift arm. The method includes the step of actuating the cylinder so as to move a pin from a first pin position to a second pin position. The pin is spaced apart from the first coupling aperture when the pin is located in the first pin position. The pin extends through the first coupling aperture when the pin is located in the second pin position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 1998
    Publication date: December 20, 2001
    Applicant: Caterpillar, Inc.
    Inventors: D. MICHAEL GODWIN, RONALD MARK GINN, ALLEN F. BOYER