Patents by Inventor Nicholas V. Iuppa

Nicholas V. Iuppa 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: 7155158
    Abstract: A method and apparatus advanced leadership training simulation wherein the simulation teaches skills in leadership and related topics through an Internet-based distance-learning architecture. The distance-learning features link trainees at remote locations into a single collaborative experience via computer networks. Instructional storylines are created and programmed into a computer and then delivered as a simulated but realistic story to one or more participants. The participants' reactions are monitored and compared with expected results. The storyline may be altered in response to the participants' responses and synthetic characters may be generated to act as automated participants or coaches. Constructive feedback is provided to the participants during or after the simulation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2006
    Assignees: University of Southern California, Altsim, Inc.
    Inventors: Nicholas V. Iuppa, Andrew S. Gordon
  • Publication number: 20030091970
    Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed for advanced leadership training simulation wherein the simulation teaches skills in leadership and related topics through an Internet-based distance-learning architecture. The distance-learning features link trainees at remote locations into a single collaborative experience via computer networks. Instructional storylines are created and programmed into a computer and then delivered as a simulated but realistic story to one or more participants. The participants' reactions are monitored and compared with expected results. The storyline may be altered in response to the participants' responses, and synthetic characters may be generated to act as automated participants or coaches. Constructive feedback is provided to the participants during or after the simulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2001
    Publication date: May 15, 2003
    Applicant: ALTSIM, INC. AND UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
    Inventors: Nathaniel A. Fast, Andrew S. Gordon, Randall W. Hill, Nicholas V. Iuppa, Richard D. Lindheim, William R. Swartout