Patents by Inventor Michael P. Miller
Michael P. Miller 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: 20240126120Abstract: A display may have a pixel array such as a liquid crystal pixel array. The pixel array may be illuminated with backlight illumination from a direct-lit backlight unit. The backlight unit may include an array of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on a printed circuit board. The display may have a notch to accommodate an input-output component. Reflective layers may be included in the notch. The backlight may include a color conversion layer with a property that varies as a function of position. The light-emitting diodes may be covered by a slab of encapsulant with recesses in an upper surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Meizi Jiao, Joshua A. Spechler, Jie Xiang, Zhenyue Luo, Chungjae Lee, Morteza Amoorezaei, Mengyang Liang, Xinyu Zhu, Mingxia Gu, Jun Qi, Eric L. Benson, Victor H. Yin, Youchul Jeong, Xiang Fang, Yanming Li, Michael J. Lee, Marianna C. Sbordone, Ari P. Miller, Edward J. Cooper, Michael C. Sulkis, Francesco Ferretti, Seth G. McFarland, Mary M. Morrison, Eric N. Vergo, Terence Chan, Ian A. Guy, Keith J. Hendren, Sunitha Chandra
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Publication number: 20240075664Abstract: A system and process for injection molding polymer articles is described. The system and process are designed to reduce gate blush. In one embodiment, an injection molding device injects a molten polymer composition into a mold cavity adjacent to an interior curved surface on the mold. The flow of the polymer material is parallel to a line that is tangent to the curved surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2023Publication date: March 7, 2024Inventors: Kent R. Miller, Michael P. Kowalski, Bruce M. Mulholland
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Patent number: 11833937Abstract: An occupant support includes a seat bottom and a seat back coupled to the seat bottom and arranged to extend upwardly away from the seat bottom in a normal-seating configuration. The seat back is pivotable relative to the seat bottom between a plurality of positions. The seat back may be changed from an upright position to a folded-forward position.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2021Date of Patent: December 5, 2023Assignee: Faurecia Automotive Seating, LLCInventors: Michael P. Miller, Grzegorz Wojtowicz
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Publication number: 20230071936Abstract: An occupant support includes a seat bottom and a seat back coupled to the seat bottom and arranged to extend upwardly away from the seat bottom in a normal-seating configuration. The seat back is pivotable relative to the seat bottom between a plurality of positions. The seat back may be changed from an upright position to a folded-forward position.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2021Publication date: March 9, 2023Inventors: Michael P. MILLER, Grzegorz WOJTOWICZ
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Publication number: 20210378463Abstract: A system and method for providing a complete urinal system for outdoor enthusiasts who utilize an elevated platform or stand for extended periods of time is disclosed. The urinal system includes a urinal unit assembly, a flexible hose, and a urine collection assembly, which contains odor-controlling media. The urinal unit assembly is detachably connected at elevation directly to the hunting stand, tree, or branch, while the urine collection assembly is placed below the platform or stand, typically on the ground. The flexible hose connects the two assemblies.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2020Publication date: December 9, 2021Inventors: Michael P. Miller, Wayne D. Daniel
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Publication number: 20210123287Abstract: A pet access control system according to various aspects of the present technology may comprise a door unit interoperable with a security panel holder. The door unit covers a passage through a structure, such as through the wall or door of a building. The door unit may include a connector that may be mounted on a legacy security panel holder or a dedicated mounting system for the door unit. The door unit may operate in conjunction with a pet identification system to automatically identify and grant access only to authorized pets. In various embodiments, the door unit may be controlled remotely, such as via a web browser on a remote computer or an app running on a smartphone.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2021Publication date: April 29, 2021Inventors: Stephen W. Miller, David W. White, Eric P. Zemke, Michael P. Miller
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Patent number: 10920484Abstract: A pet access control system according to various aspects of the present technology may comprise a door unit interoperable with a security panel holder. The door unit covers a passage through a structure, such as through the wall or door of a building. The door unit may include a connector that may be mounted on a legacy security panel holder or a dedicated mounting system for the door unit. The door unit may operate in conjunction with a pet identification system to automatically identify and grant access only to authorized pets.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2020Date of Patent: February 16, 2021Assignee: Smartec Products LLCInventors: Stephen W. Miller, David W. White, Eric P. Zemke, Michael P. Miller
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Publication number: 20200408035Abstract: A pet access control system according to various aspects of the present technology may comprise a door unit interoperable with a security panel holder. The door unit covers a passage through a structure, such as through the wall or door of a building. The door unit may include a connector that may be mounted on a legacy security panel holder or a dedicated mounting system for the door unit. The door unit may operate in conjunction with a pet identification system to automatically identify and grant access only to authorized pets.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2020Publication date: December 31, 2020Inventors: Stephen W. Miller, David W. White, Eric P. Zemke, Michael P. Miller
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Patent number: 10710474Abstract: A passenger support includes a vehicle seat and a foundation frame having a lower track and an upper track. The lower track is coupled to a floor of a vehicle in a fixed position relative the floor. The vehicle seat is coupled to the upper track to slide back and forth relative to the lower track.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2017Date of Patent: July 14, 2020Assignee: Faurecia Automotive Seating, LLCInventors: Zenon Jakubowicz, Donald A. Sharnowski, Angelo D. DiCicco, Michael P. Miller, Thomas J. Cooley
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Publication number: 20190070981Abstract: A passenger support includes a vehicle seat and a foundation frame having a lower track and an upper track. The lower track is coupled to a floor of a vehicle in a fixed position relative the floor. The vehicle seat is coupled to the upper track to slide back and forth relative to the lower track.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2017Publication date: March 7, 2019Applicant: FAURECIA AUTOMOTIVE SEATING, LLCInventors: Zenon JAKUBOWICZ, Donald A. SHARNOWSKI, Angelo D. DICICCO, Michael P. MILLER, Thomas J. COOLEY
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Patent number: 9114732Abstract: A passenger support includes a vehicle seat and an easy-entry motion controller. The vehicle seat is moveable between a passenger-use configuration and an easy-entry configuration. The easy-entry motion controller controls movement of the vehicle seat between the passenger-use configuration and the easy-entry configuration, including movement of a seat back between an occupant-use position and a tilted-forward position, movement of a seat bottom between an occupant-use position and a folded-up position, and movement of a seat base between a rearward position and a forward position. The passenger support thus provides enhanced access to other areas of the vehicle, such as passenger supports located therebehind.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2013Date of Patent: August 25, 2015Assignee: Faurecia Automotive Seating, LLCInventors: Thomas J. Cooley, Michael P. Miller, Donald A. Sharnowski
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Publication number: 20140210618Abstract: GPS data can be transmitted from a portable electronic device to a central database using either a cellular network or a satellite RF network. Multiple embodiments are capable of executing tools and techniques that automatically determine the network appropriate for given conditions, maximize GPS data transmission coverage, and minimize cost. Using the described technology, it is possible to detect, differentiate between, and utilize networks according to circumstance.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: July 31, 2014Applicant: EARTHSWEEP, LLCInventors: Brian C. Poe, Michael P. Miller, Bryon Sturgill
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Patent number: 8720253Abstract: A reconfigurable leak testing system includes a leak testing station, an off-shuttle disposed adjacent to the leak testing station, and a fixture cartridge that is translatable between the off-shuttle and the leak testing station. The fixture cartridge is configured to selectively couple with the leak testing station and includes an upper fixture, a lower fixture, and a plurality of actuatable testing features. The fixture cartridge is configured to receive a part between the upper fixture and lower fixture, and the plurality of actuatable testing features are configured to contact the received part to create a closed volume adjacent the part, wherein the closed volume may be pressurized via a pressurized fluid, and examined for leaks.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2011Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Assignee: GM Global Technology Operations, LLCInventors: Sunil Nandwani, Brian Holmes, Daniel C Gulledge, Michael P. Miller
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Patent number: 8682356Abstract: GPS data can be transmitted from a portable electronic device to a central database using either a cellular network or a satellite RF network. Multiple embodiments are capable of executing tools and techniques that automatically determine the network appropriate for given conditions, maximize GPS data transmission coverage, and minimize cost. Using the described technology, it is possible to detect, differentiate between, and utilize networks according to circumstance.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 2013Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Assignee: Earthsweep LLCInventors: Brian C. Poe, Michael P. Miller, Bryon Sturgill
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Publication number: 20130320729Abstract: A passenger support includes a vehicle seat and an easy-entry motion controller. The vehicle seat is moveable between a passenger-use configuration and an easy-entry configuration. The easy-entry motion controller controls movement of the vehicle seat between the passenger-use configuration and the easy-entry configuration, including movement of a seat back between an occupant-use position and a tilted-forward position, movement of a seat bottom between an occupant-use position and a folded-up position, and movement of a seat base between a rearward position and a forward position. The passenger support thus provides enhanced access to other areas of the vehicle, such as passenger supports located therebehind.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2013Publication date: December 5, 2013Inventors: Thomas J. Cooley, Michael P. Miller, Donald A. Sharnowski
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Patent number: 8504405Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and related system for assisting and expediting an organization production of a more mature product. The method and system may include implementation of processes using a combination of both electronic hardware and software and implementation locally or over a network such as an intranet or the Internet. In another embodiment, the method may be implemented using a document management system to administer files related to the steps in the method. These files may assist a user in the creation of required documentation. A document management tool may be integrated with the document management system to associate documentation with steps in the method. A navigator tool may be employed to create a graphical display of the steps in the method using data contained in the files. Another embodiment of the present invention uses WebDAV-based communication to coordinate access to multiple document repositories.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2011Date of Patent: August 6, 2013Assignee: Accenture Global Services LimitedInventors: Michael P. Miller, Sarah Bengzon, Christine Rebok, Pedro Suriel, Steven Huck, Anna Au-Yeung, Samuel Wong, Gary Dang, Steven E. Pabalate, Nicholas J. Miranda
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Patent number: 8401599Abstract: An alternating current (AC) generator and method of operating the generator are provided. The generator includes a pair of two opposing cylinders. Each cylinder includes a high-temperature superconductor material at a temperature. The superconductor material is in a superconducting state in the presence of an external magnetic field below a critical field strength, wherein the critical field strength is a function of the temperature of the superconductor material. A sum of a non-zero time-invariant magnetic field strength and a time-varying magnetic field strength cycles between at least a first field strength below the critical field strength for the superconductor material at the temperature and at least a second field strength above the critical field strength for the superconductor material at the temperature, such that the superconductor material cycles between a superconducting state and a non-superconducting state. The generator further includes a piston configured to move within the two cylinders.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2011Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Vaucher Aerospace CorporationInventors: Alexander R. Vaucher, Michael P. Miller
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Patent number: 8396523Abstract: A motor and method of operating the motor are provided. The motor includes a plurality of cylinders arranged in a ring relative to one another and positioned at a non-zero angle relative to one another. Each cylinder includes a piston configured to move within the cylinder. Each cylinder further includes a high-temperature superconductor material in a superconducting state in the presence of an external magnetic field below a critical field strength, wherein the critical field strength is a function of the temperature of the superconductor material. Each cylinder further includes a permanent magnet mechanically coupled to the piston and configured to move within the cylinder and to have a magnetic field that interacts with the superconductor material.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2011Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: Vaucher Aerospace CorporationInventors: Alexander R. Vaucher, Michael P. Miller
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Patent number: 8396522Abstract: A motor and a method of operating the motor are provided. The motor includes a plurality of cylinders. Each cylinder includes a piston configured to move within the cylinder. Each cylinder further includes a high-temperature superconductor material at a temperature. The superconductor material is in a superconducting state in the presence of an external magnetic field below a critical field strength, wherein the critical field strength is a function of the temperature of the superconductor material. Each cylinder further includes a permanent magnet mechanically coupled to the piston and configured to move within the cylinder and to have a magnetic field that interacts with the superconductor material.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2011Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: Vaucher Aerospace CorporationInventors: Alexander R. Vaucher, Michael P. Miller, Peter A. Vaucher
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Publication number: 20130031961Abstract: A reconfigurable leak testing system includes a leak testing station, an off-shuttle disposed adjacent to the leak testing station, and a fixture cartridge that is translatable between the off-shuttle and the leak testing station. The fixture cartridge is configured to selectively couple with the leak testing station and includes an upper fixture, a lower fixture, and a plurality of actuatable testing features. The fixture cartridge is configured to receive a part between the upper fixture and lower fixture, and the plurality of actuatable testing features are configured to contact the received part to create a closed volume adjacent the part, wherein the closed volume may be pressurized via a pressurized fluid, and examined for leaks.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2011Publication date: February 7, 2013Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLCInventors: Sunil Nandwani, Brian Holmes, Daniel C. Gulledge, Michael P. Miller