Patents by Inventor Michael J. Shannon
Michael J. Shannon 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).
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Publication number: 20240122502Abstract: One or more radar sensors can be used to monitor patients in a variety of different environments and embodiments. In one embodiment, radar sensors can be used to monitor a patient's breathing, including monitoring of tidal volume, chest expansion distance, breathing rate, etc. In another embodiment, a patient position can be monitored in a patient bed, which can be used as feedback for control of bladders of a patient bed. Additional embodiments are described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Stacey A. Fitzgibbons, David L. Ribble, Eric R. Meyer, Michael S. Hood, Gregory J. Shannon, Yue Wang, Charles A. Lachenbruch (Deceased), Steven D. Baker
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Patent number: 11918331Abstract: A movement detection device includes a signal transmission device configured to transmit a radar signal transmission toward a target area and to receive reflected radar signals, and a signal analysis device configured to analyze the reflected radar signals to detect a movement in the target area that is indicative of micro-shivering. In response to detecting the micro-shivering, the movement detection device generates an alarm.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2020Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.Inventors: Steven D. Baker, Jennifer Bergstrom, Heinz-Hermann Dalbert, Brandon P. Fisk, Yongji Fu, Michael S. Hood, Charles A. Lachenbruch, John A. Lane, Kenzi L. Mudge, Matthew O'Neal, Frank E. Sauser, Douglas A. Seim, Gregory J. Shannon
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Publication number: 20220143925Abstract: According to examples, an apparatus may include a processor and a memory on which are stored machine-readable instructions that when executed by the processor may cause the processor to access data for a 3D object to be fabricated. The instructions may also cause the processor to determine an orientation that the 3D object is to have relative to a support structure that is to support the 3D object the 3D object. The support structure may have an configuration and may be removed from the 3D object following a post-print processing of the 3D object. The instructions may further cause the support structure to be fabricated in first layers of build material particles and the 3D object to be fabricated in second layers of build material particles.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 25, 2019Publication date: May 12, 2022Applicant: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.Inventors: Wesley R. Schalk, Michael D. Derocher, Michael J. Shannon
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Patent number: 9672124Abstract: Provided are a computer program product, system, and method for establishing copy pairs from primary volumes to secondary volumes in multiple secondary storage systems for a failover session. For each of the copy pairs, data is mirrored from the primary storage system to the associated secondary storage system in the copy pair. A failure is detected at the primary storage system. Selection is made of a selected secondary storage system of the secondary storage systems in response to detecting the failure, wherein a plurality of the secondary storage systems are available for selection. The selected secondary storage system is indicated as a new primary storage system to which host requests are directed.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2014Date of Patent: June 6, 2017Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: David R. Blea, Susan K. Candelaria, Nicolas M. Clayton, Lisa J. Gundy, Tri M. Hoang, Bengt E. Larsson, William J. Rooney, Michael J. Shannon, Corey G. Smeaton, Warren K. Stanley
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Publication number: 20150363286Abstract: Provided are a computer program product, system, and method for establishing copy pairs from primary volumes to secondary volumes in multiple secondary storage systems for a failover session. For each of the copy pairs, data is mirrored from the primary storage system to the associated secondary storage system in the copy pair. A failure is detected at the primary storage system. Selection is made of a selected secondary storage system of the secondary storage systems in response to detecting the failure, wherein a plurality of the secondary storage systems are available for selection. The selected secondary storage system is indicated as a new primary storage system to which host requests are directed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2014Publication date: December 17, 2015Inventors: David R. Blea, Susan K. Candelaria, Nicolas M. Clayton, Lisa J. Gundy, Tri M. Hoang, Bengt E. Larsson, William J. Rooney, Michael J. Shannon, Corey G. Smeaton, Warren K. Stanley
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Patent number: 8495255Abstract: A computer program product is provided for performing a method comprising: receiving, by the host processor, physical configuration information including identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communication paths associated with each physical endpoint; sending at least one message to each physical endpoint on each of the plurality of communication paths in response to receiving the physical configuration information, the at least one message requesting identification of a logical entity at the endpoint, and receiving logical configuration information identifying the logical entity; and generating a data collection accessible by the host processor, the data collection including the physical configuration information and the logical configuration information for each logical entity, and identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communication paths to each logical entity.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2012Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Tracy D. Butler, Scott B. Compton, Patricia G. Driever, Ilene A. Goldman, Craig D. Norberg, Dale F. Riedy, Matthew H. Sabins, Michael J. Shannon, Harry M. Yudenfriend
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Publication number: 20120215946Abstract: A computer program product is provided for performing a method comprising: receiving, by the host processor, physical configuration information including identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communication paths associated with each physical endpoint; sending at least one message to each physical endpoint on each of the plurality of communication paths in response to receiving the physical configuration information, the at least one message requesting identification of a logical entity at the endpoint, and receiving logical configuration information identifying the logical entity; and generating a data collection accessible by the host processor, the data collection including the physical configuration information and the logical configuration information for each logical entity, and identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communication paths to each logical entity.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2012Publication date: August 23, 2012Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: Tracy D. Butler, Scott B. Compton, Patricia G. Driever, Ilene A. Goldman, Craig D. Norberg, Dale F. Riedy, Matthew H. Sabins, Michael J. Shannon, Harry M. Yudenfriend
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Patent number: 8244924Abstract: A computer program product for processing communications between a host processor and a plurality of devices includes a tangible storage medium for performing a method comprising: receiving, by the host processor, physical configuration information including identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communication paths associated with each physical endpoint; sending at least one message to each physical endpoint on each of the plurality of communication paths, the at least one message requesting identification of a logical entity at the endpoint, and receiving logical configuration information identifying the logical entity; and generating a data collection accessible by the host processor, the data collection including the physical configuration information and the logical configuration information for each logical entity, and identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communicationType: GrantFiled: June 24, 2010Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: Tracy D. Butler, Scott B. Compton, Patricia G. Driever, Ilene A. Goldman, Craig D. Norberg, Dale F. Riedy, Matthew H. Sabins, Michael J. Shannon, Harry M. Yudenfriend
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Publication number: 20110320640Abstract: A computer program product for processing communications between a host processor and a plurality of devices includes a tangible storage medium for performing a method comprising: receiving, by the host processor, physical configuration information including identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communication paths associated with each physical endpoint; sending at least one message to each physical endpoint on each of the plurality of communication paths, the at least one message requesting identification of a logical entity at the endpoint, and receiving logical configuration information identifying the logical entity; and generating a data collection accessible by the host processor, the data collection including the physical configuration information and the logical configuration information for each logical entity, and identification of a location of each physical endpoint connected to the host processor and a plurality of communicationType: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: Tracy D. BUTLER, Scott B. COMPTON, Patricia G. DRIEVER, Ilene A. GOLDMAN, Craig D. NORBERG, Dale F. RIEDY, Matthew H. SABINS, Michael J. SHANNON, Harry M. YUDENFRIEND
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Patent number: 7468663Abstract: A building security system includes a visible video camera and a hidden video camera in each room. Personnel in each room carries a portable signaling device that includes a level sensor to automatically generate a signal indicating the personnel is down. Each room has remotely controlled door locks. All cameras, signaling devices and locks are linked to a security station including a router and computer. Police are provided with secure codes to obtain access to the computer, view the video and communicate with selected rooms in the building.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2006Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Inventors: Michael J. Rufolo, Jr., Michael J. Shannon
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Patent number: 7085956Abstract: A system and method for concurrently performing logical device swaps for at least one logical subsystem, comprising: concurrently performing the following for each logical subsystem of each computer system prior to the occurrence of an event calling for logical device swaps—receiving a list of data storage device pairs, each pair comprising a first device and a corresponding second device and placing each listed second data storage device into a pseudo-online state; and concurrently performing the following for each logical subsystem of each computer system upon the occurrence of an event calling for logical device swaps—replacing a binding to each listed first device with a binding to each corresponding listed second device, wherein the binding causes I/O requests to be directed to the listed first device prior to the replacement, and further wherein the binding causes I/O requests to be directed to the corresponding listed second device subsequent to the replacement.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2002Date of Patent: August 1, 2006Assignee: International Business Machines CorporationInventors: David B. Petersen, Michael J. Shannon, Harry M. Yudenfriend
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Publication number: 20030204772Abstract: A system and method for concurrently performing logical device swaps for at least one logical subsystem, comprising: concurrently performing the following for each logical subsystem of each computer system prior to the occurrence of an event calling for logical device swaps—receiving a list of data storage device pairs, each pair comprising a first device and a corresponding second device and placing each listed second data storage device into a pseudo-online state; and concurrently performing the following for each logical subsystem of each computer system upon the occurrence of an event calling for logical device swaps—replacing a binding to each listed first device with a binding to each corresponding listed second device, wherein the binding causes I/O requests to be directed to the listed first device prior to the replacement, and further wherein the binding causes I/O requests to be directed to the corresponding listed second device subsequent to the replacement.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2002Publication date: October 30, 2003Inventors: David B. Petersen, Michael J. Shannon, Harry M. Yudenfriend
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Patent number: 5284202Abstract: An aftercooler through which a first fluid passes. A cooling fan applies a cooling fluid to the aftercooler. A variable speed motor is rotatably coupled to the cooling fan. A temperature sensor, in communication with the first fluid, is located downstream of the aftercooler. A controller controls operation of the variable speed motor based upon the temperature applied to the temperature sensor to prevent condensate freeze-up.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 1993Date of Patent: February 8, 1994Assignee: Ingersoll-Rand CompanyInventors: James R. Dickey, Daniel T. Martin, Michael J. Shannon
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Patent number: 5105255Abstract: An improved semiconductor device for use in microwave integrated circuits is disclosed. In particular, an improved monolithic integrated circuit (10) comprised of a semi-insulating substrate (12) and having an integrated circuit on a top surface (14) thereof. MMIC (10) is provided with free area (38) of a predetermined width extending along the entire periphery or at least two opposing sides and which is void of active circuitry. Free area (38) permits intimate mating contact with a die collet tool (58). Die collet tool (58) has a surface configured to matingly engage free areas (38) while avoiding contact with the active circuitry so as to avoid damage thereto. MMIC (10) permits application of high volume, automated manufacturing processes which previously could not be utilized.Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 1990Date of Patent: April 14, 1992Assignee: Hughes Aircraft CompanyInventors: Michael J. Shannon, Randolf C. Turnidge
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Patent number: 5027189Abstract: An improved semiconductor device adapted to be metallurgically bonded to a substrate is disclosed. In particular, monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) device (10) includes a semiconductor wafer (12) having first and second major surfaces and defining at least one via (34) extending therethrough. An electrical circuit is disposed on the first surface of semiconductor wafer (12). In accordance with this invention, MMIC device (10) includes a ground-plane metallization system (32) provided on the second surface of the semiconductor wafer (12). Backside metallization system (32) promotes preferential "de-wetting" of solder within vias (34) to reduce solder failures associated with die-attach processing. Backside metallization systems (32) includes a ground-plane layer (36) and a second layer (38) fabricated from a non-wettable material which is deposited within via (34). Third layer (42) is deposited on second layer (36) but terminates adjacent a peripheral edge of via (34).Type: GrantFiled: January 10, 1990Date of Patent: June 25, 1991Assignee: Hughes Aircraft CompanyInventors: Michael J. Shannon, Randolf C. Turnidge
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Patent number: D946800Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2017Date of Patent: March 22, 2022Assignee: Bausch & Lomb IncorporatedInventor: Michael J. Shannon