Patents by Inventor Michael J. Burns

Michael J. Burns 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).

  • Method and System for Quantity Entry
    Publication number: 20170287071
    Abstract: A trading screen may include a plurality of next trade quantity regions that comprise a plurality of locations, each location being associated a price on a price axis. The quantities can be entered into the various locations in the next trade quantity regions and the entered quantities can be used as a parameter of a future trade order at the associated price level. The trading screen may also include a plurality of quantity entry regions that are displayed with respect to the price axis. The quantity entry columns may each include plurality of sub-regions or locations corresponding to different price levels in the price axis. The quantity entry columns may be used to specify next traded quantities that may be used in placing orders for tradeable objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2017
    Publication date: October 5, 2017
    Inventor: Michael J. BURNS
  • Trading interface for facilitating trading of multiple tradeable objects in an electronic trading environment
    Patent number: 9773280
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for trading multiple tradeable objects. One example method includes displaying at least one combined quantity indicator representing a combined quantity associated with at least two tradeable objects, detecting an input associated with an order for a predetermined order quantity in relation to one of the combined quantity indicators, and allocating the order quantity between the at least two tradeable objects using at least one quantity allocation rule. In one example embodiment, a plurality of quantity allocation rules can be user-configurable, and different rules can be defined and applied in relation to different order types.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Burns, Robert A. West, Gerald J. O'Connor, Stephen J. Murphy, Scott F. Singer
  • System and Method for a Trading Interface Incorporating a Chart
    Publication number: 20170262936
    Abstract: A graphical interface and method are provided for displaying market information corresponding to a tradable object. One graphical interface includes a chart region for displaying historical market data in relation to a first value axis, and a market grid region in alignment with the chart region. The market grid region comprises a plurality of areas for receiving commands from a user input device to send trade orders, and the areas are displayed in relation to a second value axis. A plurality of values displayed along the second value axis is a subset of values displayed in relation to the first value axis, and can be modified to a new plurality of values that corresponds to a new subset of values on the first value axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2017
    Publication date: September 14, 2017
    Inventors: Scott F. Singer, Michael J. Burns, Stephen P. Decker
  • All Solution-Process and Product for Transparent Conducting Film
    Publication number: 20170261858
    Abstract: An all solution-processed deposition includes a non-water soluble, non-self-cracking film deposited by a solution process (e.g., spray, dip, spin coat, and the like), a water soluble, self-cracking film deposited by a solution process (e.g., spray, dip, spin coat, and the like), cracking of the film, and filling the cracks with a metal that is deposited in solution (e.g., by electroless disposition). A transparent substrate having a cracked water insoluble, non-self-cracking film surface coating includes a plurality of fissures therein extending to and exposing portions of the surface of the underlying transparent substrate is useful for producing a transparent conducting film.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2017
    Publication date: September 14, 2017
    Applicant: The Trustees of Boston College
    Inventors: Michael J. Naughton, Chaobin Yang, Kris Kempa, Michael J. Burns
  • Method, apparatus and interface for trading multiple tradeable objects
    Patent number: 9760948
    Abstract: An interface for trading multiple tradeable objects includes a price axis or scale. A first indication of quantities represented in a market for a first tradeable object is displayed in association with the price axis or scale. A second indication of quantities represented in the market for a second tradeable object is displayed in association with the price axis or scale. The first tradeable object may be different than the second tradeable object. Alternatively, the first tradeable object and the second tradeable object may be the same, but the indications of quantity may be provided from different sources, such as different exchanges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael J. Burns
  • System and Method for Facilitating Trading of Multiple Tradeable Objects in an Electronic Trading Environment
    Publication number: 20170243293
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for trading multiple tradeable objects. One example method includes displaying at least one combined quantity indicator representing a combined quantity associated with at least two tradeable objects, detecting an input associated with an order for a predetermined order quantity in relation to one of the combined quantity indicators, and allocating the order quantity between the at least two tradeable objects using at least one quantity allocation rule. In one example embodiment, a plurality of quantity allocation rules can be user-configurable, and different rules can be defined and applied in relation to different order types.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Publication date: August 24, 2017
    Inventors: Michael J. BURNS, Robert A. WEST, Gerald J. O'Connor, Stephen J. MURPHY
  • Charting multiple markets
    Patent number: 9734535
    Abstract: The present embodiments relate to charting multiple markets. In some embodiments, charting multiple markets may include receiving market data for a plurality of tradeable objects. The plurality of tradeable objects may include an anchor object and at least one non-anchor object. The market data may include anchor object price data for the anchor object and non-anchor price data for the at least one non-anchor object. The non-anchor object price data may be converted based on the anchor object price data such that converted non-anchor object price data has a price scale of the anchor object price data. The anchor object price data and the non-anchor object price data may be displayed along a normalized price axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Burns, Douglas R. Duquette, Brian J. Buck
  • System and method for displaying profit related information in an electronic trading environment
    Patent number: 9727918
    Abstract: A system and method for displaying a plurality of profit and risk related indicators are described. A graphical interface displays and dynamically updates a plurality of profit/loss (P/L) indicators including a realized, net, and open indicator. The net and open indicators are based on a trader's net position and a current market level, while the realized indicator is based on trader's buys and sells associated with a tradable object. In one embodiment, the plurality of indicators are displayed in relation to a plurality of money management regions defining a maximum order quantity and a maximum net position controlling the trader's trades, so that a trader can quickly determine his current as well as potential money management parameters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. West, Michael J. Burns
  • System and method for displaying market information and order placement in an electronic trading environment
    Patent number: 9727917
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for displaying a trading screen and placing an order in an electronic trading environment. The system and method may be used to assist a trader in selecting an item of interest, such as the inside market (best bid and best ask) to be displayed relative to a user configured location on the trading screen, such as the center of the trading screen. In a preferred embodiment, the inside market will stay located relative to center of the trading screen and the price levels associated to the inside market will move as the market conditions fluctuate. Other features and advantages are described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. West, Michael J. Burns
  • Method and system for quantity entry
    Patent number: 9710855
    Abstract: A trading screen may include a plurality of next trade quantity regions that comprise a plurality of locations, each location being associated a price on a price axis. The quantities can be entered into the various locations in the next trade quantity regions and the entered quantities can be used as a parameter of a future trade order at the associated price level. The trading screen may also include a plurality of quantity entry regions that are displayed with respect to the price axis. The quantity entry columns may each include plurality of sub-regions or locations corresponding to different price levels in the price axis. The quantity entry columns may be used to specify next traded quantities that may be used in placing orders for tradeable objects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Inventor: Michael J. Burns
  • System and method for a trading interface incorporating a chart
    Patent number: 9697570
    Abstract: A graphical interface and method are provided for displaying market information corresponding to a tradeable object. One graphical interface includes a chart region for displaying historical market data in relation to a first value axis, and a market grid region in alignment with the chart region. The market grid region comprises a plurality of areas for receiving commands from a user input device to send trade orders, and the areas are displayed in relation to a second value axis. A plurality of values displayed along the second value axis is a subset of values displayed in relation to the first value axis, and can be modified to a new plurality of values that corresponds to a new subset of values on the first value axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott F. Singer, Michael J. Burns, Stephen P. Decker
  • System and method for facilitating trading of multiple tradeable objects in an electronic trading environment
    Patent number: 9679334
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for trading multiple tradeable objects. One example method includes displaying at least one combined quantity indicator representing a combined quantity associated with at least two tradeable objects, detecting an input associated with an order for a predetermined order quantity in relation to one of the combined quantity indicators, and allocating the order quantity between the at least two tradeable objects using at least one quantity allocation rule. In one example embodiment, a plurality of quantity allocation rules can be user-configurable, and different rules can be defined and applied in relation to different order types.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2017
    Assignee: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Burns, Robert A. West, Gerald J. O'Connor, Stephen J. Murphy
  • COAXIAL ELECTRODE ARRAYS AND METHODS THEREOF
    Publication number: 20170122928
    Abstract: The invention provides novel devices and methods that enable ultrahigh spatial and temporal resolution interfaces that allow access and intervention to local (intra- and proximate extra-neuronal) neuroelectronic and neurotransmitter molecular signatures associated with aberrant cell function and cell death leading to neurodegenerative diseases. Scalable devices based on a unique nanoscale coaxial electrode array of the invention offer neural recording and control at unprecedented levels of precisions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2016
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Inventors: Michael J. Naughton, Thomas C. Chiles, Michael J. Burns, John P. Christianson, Jeffrey R. Naughton, Binod Rizal
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A TRADING INTERFACE INCORPORATING A CHART
    Publication number: 20160253755
    Abstract: A graphical interface and method are provided for displaying market information corresponding to a tradeable object. One graphical interface includes a chart region for displaying historical market data in relation to a first value axis, and a market grid region in alignment with the chart region. The market grid region comprises a plurality of areas for receiving commands from a user input device to send trade orders, and the areas are displayed in relation to a second value axis. A plurality of values displayed along the second value axis is a subset of values displayed in relation to the first value axis, and can be modified to a new plurality of values that corresponds to a new subset of values on the first value axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: September 1, 2016
    Inventors: Scott F. Singer, Michael J. Burns, Stephen P. Decker
  • VERSATILE TOPICAL DRUG DELIVERY VEHICLE AND MULTIFACTORIAL TISSUE MOISTURIZER THAT PROVIDES MUCOSAL AND SKIN BARRIER RESTORATION
    Publication number: 20160206538
    Abstract: Provided is a topical formulation comprising (1) three or more of the following four components a through d, or (2) component c and one or more of components a, b or d: (a) a skin barrier repair formulation comprising fatty acid, bilayer-stabilizing steroid, and complex lipid (CL), wherein the weight ratio of CL to steroid is from about 1.5:1 to about 8:1, and the weight ration of CL to FA is from about 4:1 to about 1:1, the lipids present in an amount from about 3% wt. to about 10% wt.; (b) a natural moisturizer formulation, wherein the natural moisturizers are urea, urocanic acid, pyrrolidone-5-carboxylic acid, lactic acid or free amino acid; (c) one or more retinoids in an amount from about 0.01% wt. to about 10% wt.; or (d) taurine in an amount from about 0.1% wt. to about 5% wt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2015
    Publication date: July 21, 2016
    Inventors: Thomas Sköld, Georgia Levis, Michael J. Burns
  • System and method for a trading interface incorporating a chart
    Patent number: 9361649
    Abstract: A graphical interface and method are provided for displaying market information corresponding to a tradeable object. One graphical interface includes a chart region for displaying historical market data in relation to a first value axis, and a market grid region in alignment with the chart region. The market grid region comprises a plurality of areas for receiving commands from a user input device to send trade orders, and the areas are displayed in relation to a second value axis. A plurality of values displayed along the second value axis is a subset of values displayed in relation to the first value axis, and can be modified to a new plurality of values that corresponds to a new subset of values on the first value axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: TRADING TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Scott F. Singer, Michael J. Burns, Stephen P. Decker
  • RISK LADDER
    Publication number: 20150294414
    Abstract: Certain embodiments provide systems and methods to calculate and display a normalized risk for one or more traders. An example method includes converting a profit and loss amount associated with a first trader to a first trader unit value, the first trader unit value associated with an increment. The example method includes normalizing the first trader unit value based on a risk scale to provide a first normalized unit value for the trader. The example method includes displaying the first normalized unit value for the trader in a ranking of one or more traders based on the normalized unit value for each trader. The example method includes comparing the first normalized unit value to a risk criterion. The example method includes enabling or impeding a trade action by the trader based on the comparing of the normalized unit value to the risk criterion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 15, 2015
    Applicant: Trading Technologies International, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Burns, Scott F. Singer
  • Systems and Methods for Multiplier-Adjusted Lean Levels for Trading Strategies
    Publication number: 20150106249
    Abstract: Certain embodiments provide a method for trading in an electronic trading environment including receiving market data relating to a plurality of tradeable objects; sending a order to an exchange for the first tradeable object at a quoted price; receiving a fill confirmation for the quoting order at a filled price; determining a difference between the quoted price and the filled price; determining a hedge price for each of the plurality of tradeable objects other than the first tradeable object based at least in part on the difference and at least one multiplier associated with at least one leg of the trading strategy; and sending hedge orders for each of the plurality of tradeable objects other than the first tradeable object at the corresponding hedge price. The plurality of tradeable objects includes at least a first, second, and third tradeable object, which are traded as legs of a trading strategy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: TRADING TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Sagy Pundak Mintz, Michael J. Burns
  • System and Method for Improved Order Entry Using Market Depth
    Publication number: 20150046311
    Abstract: Market depth information pertaining to the hedging side is utilized to intelligently break a non-hedging order into multiple orders, such that the orders rest at cascading price levels. This way, the trader can benefit from sweeps in the book and still properly account for the market depth on the hedging side. Further, there is a greater probability of receiving “partials” on the spread order. In addition, hedge orders may be sent at multiple price levels, or sent to the market in pieces over time. By applying a more intelligent process to hedge orders (as opposed to “fire and forget”) an alternative beyond limit orders that can be legged or market orders is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventors: Fred Monroe, Michael J. Burns, Scott F. Singer
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING AND DISPLAYING QUANTITY INFORMATION DURING USER-CONFIGURABLE TIME PERIODS
    Publication number: 20150012407
    Abstract: A system and method for displaying quantity related information determined for a plurality of time periods are described. According to one method, a trader may define one or more time periods for which a trading application may determine traded quantities, traded buys, traded sells, or other quantity related information at a plurality of price levels during the defined time periods. The trading application may then graphically display the quantities for each time period in relation to the static axis of prices. The method further includes periodically updating the displayed traded quantity to reflect the quantity during the defined time period, where the quantity is updated based on subsequent market updates that are received from the exchange for the tradable object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2014
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Applicant: TRADING TECHNOLOGIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Scott F. Singer, Michael J. Burns, Robert A. West, Stephen A. Schwarz