Patents by Inventor Nicholas M. G. Fekete
Nicholas M. G. Fekete 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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Patent number: 6330977Abstract: Coin-shaped one-wire communication modules with a flange for mounting convenience may be attached to contact extensions on items such as work totes for ease of communication. A host computer can keep track and locate multiple items which have mounted communication modules with use of a single data line and a single ground line for all of the modules.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 1999Date of Patent: December 18, 2001Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Steven N. Hass, Michael L. Bolan, Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Robert D. Lee
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Patent number: 6064316Abstract: An access control system, has at least one door to a secured area, each door having a strike plate, a host computer, at least one door control module coupled to the host computer, one door control module for every door; and at least one door reader coupled to the at least one door reader coupled to the door control module to activate the strike plate to release the door. The access control system further has at least one electro-mechanical key to independently actuate a lock that corresponds to the door(s). A master keying device to rekey the lock that corresponds to door(s). The host system records information selected from the group consisting of time of entry, place of entry, identification of entered party, and/or any combination thereof.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 1998Date of Patent: May 16, 2000Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Mark Glick, Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Michael L. Bolan, Jeffrey D. Owens
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Patent number: 6016255Abstract: Coin-shaped one-wire communication modules with a flange for mounting convenience may be attached to contact extensions on items such as work totes for ease of communication. A host computer can keep track and locate multiple items which have mounted communication modules with use of a single data line and a single ground line for all of the modules.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 1993Date of Patent: January 18, 2000Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor Corp.Inventors: Michael L. Bolan, Nicholas M. G. Fekete
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Patent number: 5961356Abstract: A receptacle apparatus for a compact electronic module for effectuating data communication between the module and an interface circuit. The receptacle apparatus includes a cover arrangement and a combined locking and communication effecting structure. The receptacle apparatus is also designed in various embodiments to be installed on a removeable cover of a system so as not to hamper with removal of that cover.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 1998Date of Patent: October 5, 1999Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventor: Nicholas M. G. Fekete
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Patent number: 5904590Abstract: A receptacle apparatus for a compact electronic module for effectuating data communication between the module and an interface circuit. The receptacle apparatus includes a cover arrangement and a combined locking and communication effecting structure. The receptacle apparatus is also designed in various embodiments to be installed on a removeable cover of a system so as not to hamper with removal of that cover.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 1995Date of Patent: May 18, 1999Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventor: Nicholas M. G. Fekete
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Patent number: 5848541Abstract: A retrofit door knob assembly is adapted to fit within an aperture in a door in place of a conventional mechanical lock assembly. The retrofit door knob assembly is similar in appearance to a conventional door handle assembly, but includes a motor coupled to a latch, and suitable electrical and mechanical key inserts for receiving separate electrical and mechanical keys. Either a mechanical or electrical key can operate the latch. The electrical key insert includes a data probe within the handle for receiving the electrical key and the electrical key is provided with a means for gripping to allow a user to turn the handle with the key after the latch is unlocked by the motor.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 1994Date of Patent: December 15, 1998Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Mark Glick, Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Michael L. Bolan, Jeffrey D. Owens
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Patent number: 5831827Abstract: A module houses electronic circuitry that comprises a first electrically conductive surface area and a second electrically conductive surface. The first and second electrically conductive surfaces combine to form a substantially token-shaped body. The body has a groove positioned around its perimeter. A probe that has a first end and a second end. A conductive, approximately pointed tip that extends from the first end of the probe and a conductive sleeve extends outward from pointed tip from a location proximate to said first end to a second distance. A first electrical connection contacts the tip and extends from the first end through the probe out the second end. A second electrical connection contacts the sleeve and extends from the first end through the probe out from the second end. A housing that holds an electronic module. The electronic module has a first surface and a second surface.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 1997Date of Patent: November 3, 1998Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: 5823027Abstract: A retrofit electromechanical door knob assembly is adapted to fit within an aperture in a door in place of a conventional mechanical lock assembly. The retrofit door knob assembly is similar in appearance to a conventional door handle assembly, but includes a motor coupled to a latch, and suitable electrical and mechanical key inserts for receiving separate electrical and mechanical keys. Either a mechanical or an electrical key can unlock the latch. The electrical key insert includes a data probe within the handle for receiving the electrical key and a means for gripping an electronic key to allow a user to turn the handle with the key after the latch is unlocked by the motor, thereby withdrawing the latch.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 1995Date of Patent: October 20, 1998Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Mark M. Glick, Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Michael L. Bolan, Jeffrey D. Owens
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Patent number: 5787018Abstract: A fastener and corresponding communication system comprises a first fastener having a first end and a second fastener having a second end. The first fastener has an integrated circuit positioned to be electrically coupled to a first communication interface on the first end of the fastener. The second end also has a second communication interface, the first communication interface and the second communication interface electrically coupled together when the first fastener and the second fastener are fastened together. The first fastener preferably has a hollow cavity therethrough and the integrated circuit is positioned inside the first fastener. At least one electrical signal line, preferably only one, exists through the hollow cavity in communication with the integrated circuit.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 1997Date of Patent: July 28, 1998Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Michael L. Bolan, Nicholas M. G. Fekete
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Patent number: 5749253Abstract: An access control system, comprises at least one door to a secured area, each door having a strike plate, a host computer. The access control system further comprises at least one electro-mechanical key to independently actuate a lock that corresponds to the door(s). The host system records information selected from the group consisting of time of entry, place of entry, identification of entered party, and/or any combination thereof. In addition, a door knob and mechanical locking mechanism selectively latches and unlatches the locking mechanism and can be actuated with a mechanical key; and circuitry to actuate the locking mechanism to selectively latch so that the door can open, the circuitry actuated by an electrical signal transmitted by an electrical key, the electrical signal communicated by an electrical contact extending through the mechanical locking mechanism. The circuitry is powered by a battery, which can be removed without disturbing or actuating unlocking mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 1996Date of Patent: May 12, 1998Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Mark Glick, Nicholas M.G. Fekete, Michael L. Bolan, Jeffrey D. Owens
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Patent number: 5615130Abstract: A fastener and corresponding communication system comprises a first fastener having a first end and a second fastener having a second end. The first fastener has an integrated circuit positioned to be electrically coupled to a first communication interface on the first end of the fastener. The second end also has a second communication interface, the first communication interface and the second communication interface electrically coupled together when the first fastener and the second fastener are fastened together. The first fastener preferably has a hollow cavity therethrough and the integrated circuit is positioned inside the first fastener. At least one electrical signal line, preferably only one, exists through the hollow cavity in communication with the integrated circuit.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 1994Date of Patent: March 25, 1997Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor Corp.Inventors: Michael L. Bolan, Nicholas M.G. Fekete
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Patent number: 5479820Abstract: A gauge for measuring fluid level, especially cryogenic fluids, having a head assembly with a passageway to receive the upper portion of a lift rod assembly. The lift rod assembly includes a spring attached at the upper end to the head and at the lower end attached to a spring guide. A lift rod is mounted adjustably on the spring guide, and the upper end of the lift rod has attached a magnet and the lower end of the lift rod a displacement member. The upper end of the lift rod is received in the passageway of the head. Attached to the head adjacent to the passageway is a dial assembly adjustably mounted in relation to the passageway of the head.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 1993Date of Patent: January 2, 1996Assignee: Rochester Gauges, Inc.Inventor: Nicholas M. G. Fekete
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Patent number: D535952Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 1994Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: D313949Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 1988Date of Patent: January 22, 1991Assignee: Rochester Gauges, Inc.Inventor: Nicholas M. G. Fekete
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Patent number: D375299Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1994Date of Patent: November 5, 1996Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: D377647Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 1994Date of Patent: January 28, 1997Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: D378465Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1994Date of Patent: March 11, 1997Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: D378580Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1994Date of Patent: March 25, 1997Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: D379806Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1994Date of Patent: June 10, 1997Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan
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Patent number: D430119Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 1994Date of Patent: August 29, 2000Assignee: Dallas Semiconductor CorporationInventors: Nicholas M. G. Fekete, Elaine J. Gattenby, Michael L. Bolan