Patents by Inventor Michael Stine

Michael Stine 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: 20240249473
    Abstract: A feature mapping computer system configured to (i) receive a localized image including a photo depicting a driving environment and location data associated with the photo, (ii) identify, using an image recognition module, a roadway feature depicted in the photo, (iii) generate, using a photogrammetry module, a point cloud based upon the photo and the location data, wherein the point cloud comprises a set of data points representing the driving environment in a three dimensional (“3D”) space, (iv) localize the point cloud by assigning a location to the point cloud based upon the location data, and (v) generate an enhanced base map that includes a roadway feature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2024
    Publication date: July 25, 2024
    Inventors: Jeremy Carnahan, Michael Stine McGraw, John Andrew Schirano
  • Patent number: 11954797
    Abstract: A feature mapping computer system configured to (i) receive a localized image including a photo depicting a driving environment and location data associated with the photo, (ii) identify, using an image recognition module, a roadway feature depicted in the photo, (iii) generate, using a photogrammetry module, a point cloud based upon the photo and the location data, wherein the point cloud comprises a set of data points representing the driving environment in a three dimensional (“3D”) space, (iv) localize the point cloud by assigning a location to the point cloud based upon the location data, and (v) generate an enhanced base map that includes a roadway feature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2024
    Assignee: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY
    Inventors: Jeremy Carnahan, Michael Stine McGraw, John Andrew Schirano
  • Publication number: 20230087702
    Abstract: A feature mapping computer system configured to (i) receive a localized image including a photo depicting a driving environment and location data associated with the photo, (ii) identify, using an image recognition module, a roadway feature depicted in the photo, (iii) generate, using a photogrammetry module, a point cloud based upon the photo and the location data, wherein the point cloud comprises a set of data points representing the driving environment in a three dimensional (“3D”) space, (iv) localize the point cloud by assigning a location to the point cloud based upon the location data, and (v) generate an enhanced base map that includes a roadway feature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2022
    Publication date: March 23, 2023
    Inventors: Jeremy Carnahan, Michael Stine McGraw, John Andrew Schirano
  • Patent number: 11512955
    Abstract: A feature mapping computer system configured to (i) receive a first localized image including a first photo and a first location; (ii) receive a second localized image including a second photo and a second location; (iii) identify a roadway feature depicted in both the first and second photos; (iv) generate, using a photogrammetry module, a point cloud based upon the first and second photos and first and second locations; (v) generate a localized point cloud by assigning a location to the point cloud based upon at least one of the first and second locations; and (vi) generate an enhanced base map that includes a roadway feature by embedding an indication of the identified roadway feature onto the localized point cloud.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2022
    Assignee: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY
    Inventors: Jeremy Carnahan, Michael Stine McGraw, John Andrew Schirano
  • Patent number: 10823562
    Abstract: A feature mapping computer system configured to (i) receive a first localized image including a first photo and a first location; (ii) receive a second localized image including a second photo and a second location; (iii) identify a roadway feature depicted in both the first and second photos; (iv) generate, using a photogrammetry module, a point cloud based upon the first and second photos and first and second locations; (v) generate a localized point cloud by assigning a location to the point cloud based upon at least one of the first and second locations; and (vi) generate an enhanced base map that includes a roadway feature by embedding an indication of the identified roadway feature onto the localized point cloud.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Assignee: STATE FARM MUTUAL AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE COMPANY
    Inventors: Jeremy Carnahan, Michael Stine McGraw, John Andrew Schirano
  • Patent number: 10662030
    Abstract: A unit or one or more members that allows an elevator component (e.g., frame of elevator car or a surface of a counterweight) to withstand a force generated by a significant force generating event (e.g., earthquake). The unit prevents an elevator guide member (e.g., roller guide or slide guide) from altering its operational position relative to a rail of an elevator when the elevator is subjected to a seismic or other significant force generating event. Preferably, the unit connects a guide member to a component of an elevator where a hole pattern in the component of the elevator is different from an existing hole pattern of the guide member The unit is preferably configured such that when the elevator is subjected to a significant force generating event the operational position of the guide member relative to a rail of the elevator remains unchanged.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2020
    Assignee: ELEVATOR SAFETY COMPANY
    Inventors: Tyler Michael Stine, Jeffrey Lachica Geroso, Andrew James Laughton
  • Publication number: 20190367329
    Abstract: A unit or one or more members that allows an elevator component (e.g., frame of elevator car or a surface of a counterweight) to withstand a force generated by a significant force generating event (e.g., earthquake). The unit prevents an elevator guide member (e.g., roller guide or slide guide) from altering its operational position relative to a rail of an elevator when the elevator is subjected to a seismic or other significant force generating event. Preferably, the unit connects a guide member to a component of an elevator where a hole pattern in the component of the elevator is different from an existing hole pattern of the guide member The unit is preferably configured such that when the elevator is subjected to a significant force generating event the operational position of the guide member relative to a rail of the elevator remains unchanged.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2018
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: TYLER MICHAEL STINE, JEFFREY LACHICA GEROSO, ANDREW JAMES LAUGHTON
  • Patent number: 9873641
    Abstract: A process and device for the flow of catalyst in a reactor is presented. The device includes a series of grids within a reactor vessel, where each grid includes small openings for the passage of gas and some catalyst particles, and larger openings for the more continuous passage of catalyst. The grids span horizontally across the vessel, and are spaced vertically apart to provide for the flow of catalyst down through the reactor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Richard A. Johnson, II, Paolo Palmas, John J. Senetar, Daniel A. Kauff, Michael Stine
  • Patent number: 9205393
    Abstract: A process and device for the flow of catalyst in a reactor is presented. The device includes a series of grids within a reactor vessel, where each grid includes small openings for the passage of gas and some catalyst particles, and larger openings for the more continuous passage of catalyst. The grids span horizontally across the vessel, and are spaced vertically apart to provide for the flow of catalyst down through the reactor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2015
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Richard A. Johnson, II, Paolo Palmas, John J. Senetar, Daniel A. Kauff, Michael Stine
  • Publication number: 20140296603
    Abstract: A process and device for the flow of catalyst in a reactor is presented. The device includes a series of grids within a reactor vessel, where each grid includes small openings for the passage of gas and some catalyst particles, and larger openings for the more continuous passage of catalyst.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Richard A. Johnson, II, Paolo Palmas, John J. Senetar, Daniel A. Kauff, Michael Stine
  • Publication number: 20140294685
    Abstract: A process and device for the flow of catalyst in a reactor is presented. The device includes a series of grids within a reactor vessel, where each grid includes small openings for the passage of gas and some catalyst particles, and larger openings for the more continuous passage of catalyst.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Richard A. Johnson, II, Paolo Palmas, John J. Senetar, Daniel A. Kauff, Michael Stine
  • Patent number: 8777929
    Abstract: The present invention is a catheter actuation handle for deflecting a distal end of a tubular catheter body, the handle including an auto-locking mechanism. The handle comprises upper and lower grip portions, an actuator, and an auto-locking mechanism. The auto-locking mechanism is adapted to hold a deflected distal end of the catheter in place without input from the operator. When the distal end of the catheter is deflected from its zero position, it typically will seek a return to its zero position, and as a result exerts a force on the actuator. The auto-locking mechanism acts by providing a second force that resists this force from the distal end and holds the distal end in place. As a result, the operator does not need to maintain contact with the buttons to maintain the distal end in a set position once placed there by actuating the actuator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: St. Jude Medical, Atrial Fibrillation Division, Inc.
    Inventors: Clint Schneider, Joshua L. Dudney, Richard E. Stehr, Troy Tegg, Michael C. Bednarek, Guy P. Vanney, James Jensen, Michael Stine
  • Publication number: 20070225641
    Abstract: The present invention is a catheter actuation handle 14 for deflecting a distal end 18 of a tubular catheter body 12, the handle including an auto-locking mechanism, 54. The handle comprises upper and lower grip portions 24a, 24b, an actuator 20, and an auto-locking mechanism, 54. The auto-locking mechanism 54 is adapted to hold a deflected distal end 18 of the catheter 10 in place without input from the operator. When the distal end 18 of the catheter 10 is deflected from its zero position, it typically will seek a return to its zero position, and as a result exerts a force on the actuator 20. The auto-locking mechanism 54 acts by providing a second force that resists this force from the distal end 18 and holds the distal end 18 in place. As a result, the operator does not need to maintain contact with the buttons 22a, 22b to maintain the distal end 18 in a set position once placed there by actuating the actuator 20.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2006
    Publication date: September 27, 2007
    Inventors: Clint Schneider, Joshua Dudney, Richard Stehr, Troy Tegg, Michael Bednarek, Guy Vanney, James Jensen, Michael Stine
  • Patent number: 6730852
    Abstract: Covers for distribution lines coupled to an insulator include a main body of a flexible polymer material. The main body is configured to be positioned adjacent the insulator and a line coupled to the insulator. At least one connector member is connected to the main body. The connector member is a rigid material configured to couple to either the insulator or the line to attach the cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2004
    Assignee: Tyco Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Luis Orlando Puigcerver, David Edwin Bowling, Laura Jackson Hiller, Terry Edward Frye, Carl Michael Stine