Patents by Inventor Michael Ye

Michael Ye 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).

  • Patent number: 12235936
    Abstract: Systems and methods including one or more processors and one or more non-transitory storage devices storing computing instructions configured to run on the one or more processors and perform acts of receiving a unique identifier from a user, wherein the unique identifier is associated with a purchase of a physical media item; determining when the unique identifier is associated with an electronic media account; when the unique identifier is associated with the electronic media account: sending a verification message to an electronic communication address associated with the unique identifier to (a) inform the user of an availability of electronic media associated with the physical media item and (b) provide a verification token that, when transmitted to an electronic media provider, facilitates a modification of the electronic media account to grant access to the electronic media associated with the physical media item; and when the unique identifier is not associated with the electronic media account: storin
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2025
    Assignee: NBCUniversal Media, LLC
    Inventors: Alan Char, Nick Brailas, Anthony Marcar, Michael Ye, Oleksiy Kokhanyy, Hua Li
  • Patent number: 11896953
    Abstract: Polymeric adsorbents useful for solid phase extraction (SPE) comprising a copolymer formed by copolymerizing at least one hydrophobic monomer including divinylbenzene and at least one hydrophilic monomer including acrylonitrile are provided. Also provided are SPE cartridges including a divinylbenzene-acrylonitrile hydrophilic-lipophilic balance adsorbent. Further provided are methods of using a divinylbenzene-acrylonitrile hydrophilic-lipophilic balance adsorbent in conventional and simplified SPE techniques.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2024
    Assignee: Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC
    Inventors: William Betz, Curtis Frantz, Michael Keeler, Michael Ye, Ken Espenschied, Sara Smith, Brittany A. Smith
  • Patent number: 10928366
    Abstract: A composition, method and device for the preparation of biological samples for subsequent LC-MS analysis using a combined and concurrent protein precipitation and solid phase extraction (SPE) process is described. Through an integrated combination of protein precipitation, filtration, and SPE using a novel zirconia-coated chromatographic media, interfering compounds, such as proteins and phosphate-containing compounds, are eliminated from the biological samples, affording a higher degree of analyte response during LC-MS analysis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2021
    Assignee: Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC
    Inventors: Craig Aurand, Charles Mi, Paul Ross, An Trinh, Hillel Brandes, Michael Ye
  • Patent number: 10713732
    Abstract: Systems and methods of processing business related data arising from multiple revenue sources (e.g., sales, subscriptions, professional services, vendors, etc.). In some embodiments, the inventive system and methods enable a more flexible and efficient approach to identifying revenue source events (mediation), pricing those events (typically as part of a rating process), and subsequently leveraging those “ratable events” in the billing and revenue recognition subsystems according to configurable rules and schedules. Data regarding those charges or other aspects of a ratable event may then be used and processed by multiple sub-systems that are part of operating a business; such sub-systems may include one or more of ERP, CRM, HCM, financial, accounting, taxation, or other business-related system or function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: NETSUITE, INC.
    Inventors: Dennis Paul Shak, Jeremy John Blanchard, Andrew Owen Vincent, Peter Fung, Xiaozheng (Michael) Ye, Stephen Clode, Truman (Clyde) Adley, Jr., Christopher Craxton, Jeffrey Jones, Brian Purville
  • Publication number: 20200197907
    Abstract: Polymeric adsorbents useful for solid phase extraction (SPE) comprising a copolymer formed by copolymerizing at least one hydrophobic monomer including divinylbenzene and at least one hydrophilic monomer including acrylonitrile. Also provided are SPE cartridges including a divinylbenzene-acrylonitrile hydrophilic-lipophilic balance adsorbent. Further provides are methods of using a divinylbenzene-acrylonitrile hydrophilic-lipophilic balance adsorbent in conventional and simplified SPE techniques.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2018
    Publication date: June 25, 2020
    Inventors: William Betz, Curtis Frantz, Michael Keeler, Michael Ye, Ken Espenschied, Sara Smith, Brittany A. Smith
  • Publication number: 20190370438
    Abstract: Systems and methods including one or more processors and one or more non-transitory storage devices storing computing instructions configured to run on the one or more processors and perform acts of receiving a unique identifier from a user, wherein the unique identifier is associated with a purchase of a physical media item; determining when the unique identifier is associated with an electronic media account; when the unique identifier is associated with the electronic media account: sending a verification message to an electronic communication address associated with the unique identifier to (a) inform the user of an availability of electronic media associated with the physical media item and (b) provide a verification token that, when transmitted to an electronic media provider, facilitates a modification of the electronic media account to grant access to the electronic media associated with the physical media item; and when the unique identifier is not associated with the electronic media account: storin
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2019
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Applicant: VUDU Inc.
    Inventors: Alan Char, Nicholas Brailas, Anthony Marcar, Michael Ye, Oleksiy Kokhanyy, Hua Li
  • Patent number: 10387630
    Abstract: A system and method for giving access to streaming media that is associated with purchased physical media item is disclosed herein. Upon the purchase of a physical media item, a unique identifier is received. The unique identifier is analyzed to determine if the unique identifier is associated with a streaming service account. If so, the streaming service account is modified to grant access to streaming media that is associated with the physical media. The user is notified of the availability of the streaming media. The user can then initiate playback of the streaming media. Other embodiments are also disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2019
    Assignee: VUDU, INC.
    Inventors: Alan Char, Nicholas Brailas, Anthony Marcar, Michael Ye, Oleksiy Kokhanyy, Hua Li
  • Patent number: 9892467
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatuses for improving the handling and interaction of charge events in a business using services of a multi-tenant computing platform, such as accounting, CRM, ERP, and the like. Embodiments are directed to implementing and using a charge record to enable efficient use of charges originating from multiple sources to generate reports and forecasts for multiple other services and/or recipients. In one embodiment, the charge record defines a single-source of data which enables maintaining critical business information in synchronization through a single repository of data. One aspect is to define a single abstraction, the charge record, which all sources can create. Thus, instead of multiple relationship between multiple sources and multiple processes, a charge record provides a single data point for a charge such that charges sources and processes that utilize data from the charge sources may interact using a single type of data record.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2018
    Assignee: NetSuite Inc.
    Inventors: Dennis Paul Shak, Jeremy John Blanchard, Andrew Owen Vincent, Peter Fung, Xiaozheng (Michael) Ye, Stephen Clode
  • Patent number: 9884828
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula I: (I) or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2018
    Assignee: Imago Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Danielle L. Aubele, Albert W. Garofalo, Simeon Bowers, Anh P. Truong, Xiaocong Michael Ye, Maurizio Franzini, Marc Adler, R. Jeffrey Neitz, Gary Probst
  • Publication number: 20170236218
    Abstract: Systems and methods of processing business related data arising from multiple revenue sources (e.g., sales, subscriptions, professional services, vendors, etc.). In some embodiments, the inventive system and methods enable a more flexible and efficient approach to identifying revenue source events (mediation), pricing those events (typically as part of a rating process), and subsequently leveraging those “ratable events” in the billing and revenue recognition subsystems according to configurable rules and schedules. Data regarding those charges or other aspects of a ratable event may then be used and processed by multiple sub-systems that are part of operating a business; such sub-systems may include one or more of ERP, CRM, HCM, financial, accounting, taxation, or other business-related system or function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2016
    Publication date: August 17, 2017
    Inventors: DENNIS PAUL SHAK, JEREMY JOHN BLANCHARD, ANDREW OWEN VINCENT, PETER FUNG, XIAOZHENG (MICHAEL) YE, STEPHEN CLODE, TRUMAN (CLYDE) ADLEY, JR., CHRISTOPHER CRAXTON, JEFFREY JONES, BRIAN PURVILLE
  • Publication number: 20170236119
    Abstract: A multi-book accounting system capable of immediately updating all secondary books regardless of underlying currency when transactions are entered in the primary book with respect to consolidation and elimination aspects. This may be accomplished by using a consolidated exchange rate database that can serve as a basis for currency exchange rates for any book in a multi-book setting. Thus, users will be able to run consolidated reports via a multi-tenant online accounting service. Consolidated impact of any transaction will be calculated automatically when any consolidated report in any secondary book is invoked similar to the process with respect to any primary book. A separate set of consolidated exchange rates may be applied in the various secondary accounting books. Furthermore, users will be able to run automatic intercompany elimination via a multi-tenant online accounting service for secondary books in the same way as it is possible for primary accounting book.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2017
    Publication date: August 17, 2017
    Inventors: MICHAL KAMENSKY, MICHAEL YE, STEPHEN CLODE
  • Publication number: 20170236213
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatuses for improving the handling and interaction of charge events in a business using services of a multi-tenant computing platform, such as accounting, CRM, ERP, and the like. Embodiments are directed to implementing and using a charge record to enable efficient use of charges originating from multiple sources to generate reports and forecasts for multiple other services and/or recipients. In one embodiment, the charge record defines a single-source of data which enables maintaining critical business information in synchronization through a single repository of data. One aspect is to define a single abstraction, the charge record, which all sources can create. Thus, instead of multiple relationship between multiple sources and multiple processes, a charge record provides a single data point for a charge such that charges sources and processes that utilize data from the charge sources may interact using a single type of data record.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2015
    Publication date: August 17, 2017
    Inventors: Dennis Paul Shak, Jeremy John Blanchard, Andrew Owen Vincent, Peter Fung, Xiaozheng (Michael) Ye, Stephen Clode
  • Publication number: 20160098547
    Abstract: A system and method for giving access to streaming media that is associated with purchased physical media item is disclosed herein. Upon the purchase of a physical media item, a unique identifier is received. The unique identifier is analyzed to determine if the unique identifier is associated with a streaming service account. If so, the streaming service account is modified to grant access to streaming media that is associated with the physical media. The user is notified of the availability of the streaming media. The user can then initiate playback of the streaming media. Other embodiments are also disclosed herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2014
    Publication date: April 7, 2016
    Applicant: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
    Inventors: Alan Char, Nick Brailas, Anthony Marcar, Michael Ye, Oleksiy Kokhanyy, Hua Li
  • Publication number: 20150284337
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula I: (I) or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Publication date: October 8, 2015
    Applicant: ELAN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Danielle L. Aubele, Albert W. Garofalo, Simeon Bowers, Anh P. Truong, Xiaocong Michael Ye, Maurizio Franzini, Marc Adler, R. Jeffrey Nietz, Gary Probst
  • Publication number: 20150126502
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula (I): or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein ring A, X, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6, are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2015
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventors: Robert A. GALEMMO, Dean R. ARTIS, Xiaocong Michael YE, Danielle Aubele, Anh TRUONG, Simeon BOWERS, Roy K. Hom, Yong-Liang ZHU, R. Jeffrey NEITZ, Jennifer SEALY, Marc ADLER, Paul BEROZA, John P. ANDERSON
  • Publication number: 20130331376
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula (I): or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein ring A, E1, E2, R1, R2, R3 and R4 are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2013
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Applicant: Elan Corporation, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Galemmo, Dean R. Artis, Michael Ye, Danielle Aubele, Anh Truong, Simeon Bowers, Roy K. Hom, Yong-Liang Zhu, R. Jeffrey Neitz, Jennifer Sealy, Marc Adler, Paul Beroza, John P. Anderson
  • Patent number: 8541418
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula (I): or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein ring A, E1, E2, R1, R2, R3 and R4 are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Assignee: Elan Pharmaceutical, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Galemmo, Dean R. Artis, Xiaocong Michael Ye, Danielle Aubele, Anh Truong, Simeon Bowers, Roy K. Hom, Yong-Liang Zhu, R. Jeffrey Neitz, Jennifer Sealy, Marc Adler, Paul Beroza, John P. Anderson
  • Publication number: 20130231335
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula (I): or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein ring A, X, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6, are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2013
    Publication date: September 5, 2013
    Applicant: Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Galemmo, Dean R. Artis, Xiaocong Michael Ye, Danielle Aubele, Anh Truong, Simeon Bowers, Roy K. Hom, Yong-Liang Zhu, R. Jeffrey Neitz, Jennifer Sealy, Marc Adler, Paul Beroza, John P. Anderson
  • Patent number: 8445503
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having a structure according to Formula (I): or a salt or solvate thereof, wherein ring A, X, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are defined herein. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds of the invention and methods of making and using the compounds and compositions of the invention, e.g., in the treatment and prevention of various disorders, such as Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert A. Galemmo, Dean R. Artis, Xiaocong Michael Ye, Danielle Aubele, Anh Truong, Simeon Bowers, Roy K. Hom, Yong-Liang Zhu, R. Jeffrey Neitz, Jennifer Sealy, Marc Adler, Paul Beroza, John P. Anderson
  • Publication number: 20120266956
    Abstract: A mounting assembly (1) for a solar panel, comprising beams (10), pressing blocks (30) and a plurality of anti-slip blocks (40), said beams (10) are paralleled and transversely fixed to installation part outdoors, and the upper portion of said beam (10) is provided with a long groove (101) along the longitudinal direction of the beam, and the opposing side walls of said long groove (101) extended to said groove (101) to form a supporting portion (102), one end of said anti-slip block (30) is slidably inserted into said long groove (101), the other end of said anti-slip block (30) is loaded on said supporting portion (102) and is fixed to the back of said solar panel, and said pressing block (20) is pushed and pressed on the side edge of said solar panel and is fixed to said beam (10).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2011
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Inventors: Michael Ye, Kaileung Fan