Patents by Inventor Patrick T. Marshall
Patrick T. Marshall 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: 7563124Abstract: Harvesting power from low-voltage overhead power transmission lines for recharging batteries for use in battery-operated equipment used in urban and remote geographic locations used by military Special Forces, firefighters and remote rescue teams. An elongated metal head containing a razor attached to electrical wire is thrown over an overhead power line where it cuts through insulated cable, makes contact with the hot line, and establishes an electrical connection in order transfer low voltage power to batteries or equipment.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2008Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air ForceInventors: Patrick T. Marshall, Michael W. McKinley, Charley Brun, Jr.
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Patent number: 7543780Abstract: A small unmanned air vehicle system having autonomous electrical energy transmission line docking capability and especially usable in military or other surveillance situations. Transmission line field sensing by the small unmanned air vehicle is used as an addition to global position system and other navigation methods and is especially applied to vehicle docking maneuvers. A plurality of vehicle carried electromagnetic fields-responsive sensors provides transmission line based signals to the vehicle guidance system in both far field and near field environments. Surveillance sensors are included in the vehicle payload. Vehicle battery charging energy procurement from the transmission line docking is included. Related commonly assigned patent documents are identified.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2006Date of Patent: June 9, 2009Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air ForceInventors: Patrick T. Marshall, Douglas M. Abner, Robert Williams
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Patent number: 7398946Abstract: A rechargeable battery energized unmanned aerial vehicle having surveillance capability and an ability to clandestinely collect propulsion and other energy needs from a conveniently located and possibly enemy owned energy transmission line. Energy collection is by way of a parked vehicle engagement with the transmission line in a current flow dependent, magnetic field determined, rather than shunt, voltage dependent, conductor coupling. Surveillance during both a parked or docked condition and during aerial vehicle movement is contemplated.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2005Date of Patent: July 15, 2008Assignee: United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air ForceInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 7318564Abstract: A surveillance aircraft recharging system based on energy collection by magnetic induction from the current flowing in a randomly selected alternating current transmission line conductor. The charging energy originates in the magnetic field surrounding the current carrying conductor and is obtained by way of a laminated magnetic circuit surrounding the current carrying conductor and disposable in both an open and transmission line receiving state and a closed and energy collecting state upon command. Latching of the magnetic structure into a condition providing physical suspension stability for the host aircraft as well as an efficient magnetic circuit are provided. Latching of the magnetic structure includes a docking aircraft kinetic energy storage sequence assisting in aircraft deceleration and also providing saved energy useful during an undocking sequence.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2005Date of Patent: January 15, 2008Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air ForceInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 7117819Abstract: An apparatus and method provide rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2005Date of Patent: October 10, 2006Assignee: BirdQuest, LLCInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 7066109Abstract: An apparatus and method provide rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2004Date of Patent: June 27, 2006Assignee: BirdQuest, LLCInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 7011040Abstract: An apparatus and method provide rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2004Date of Patent: March 14, 2006Assignee: BirdQuest, LLCInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 6988466Abstract: An apparatus provides rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2003Date of Patent: January 24, 2006Assignee: Birdquest, LLCInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 6851825Abstract: An attachable book mirror device enables the reader of a textual document to view the facial expressions of the young adult, child, toddler, or baby who is listening in close proximity to the reader. The listener can also view the mechanical lip movements of the reader to thereby shorten process of learning to read. The attachable book mirror includes a shell for housing the optically human visual spectrum reflective material that is pivotally connected to a base used to attach to the covers of books or any other suitable document. The reflective material can be adjusted in any allowable position, holding its last position due to certain equal but opposite forces that are generated by certain internal components such as a spring contained within the base that helps create a lasting static contact frictional force. An adjustable light may be pivotally attached to the book mirror.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2003Date of Patent: February 8, 2005Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Publication number: 20040216689Abstract: An apparatus and method provide rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2004Publication date: November 4, 2004Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Publication number: 20040216690Abstract: An apparatus and method provide rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2004Publication date: November 4, 2004Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Publication number: 20040089244Abstract: An apparatus and method provide rotation of avian enclosures. In a first mode of operation, the apparatus automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a slow speed when a bird is detected, and automatically rotates the avian enclosure at a faster speed when a larger animal, such as a squirrel, is detected. In a second mode of operation, the apparatus may be controlled using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action. In a third mode of operation, the apparatus sends one or more signals via wireless transmission to a wireless notification device, which notifies a user of the presence of a bird or a larger animal. The user then has the option of using a wireless remote control to perform a desired action, which may include rotating the avian enclosure at a desired speed, stopping rotation of the avian enclosure, activating a beeper or vibrator, etc.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2003Publication date: May 13, 2004Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Publication number: 20030184996Abstract: An attachable book mirror device enables the reader of a textual document to view the facial expressions of the young adult, child, toddler, or baby who is listening in close proximity to the reader. The listener can also view the mechanical lip movements of the reader to thereby shorten process of learning to read. The attachable book mirror includes a shell for housing the optically human visual spectrum reflective material that is pivotally connected to a base used to attach to the covers of books or any other suitable document. The reflective material can be adjusted in any allowable position, holding its last position due to certain equal but opposite forces that are generated by certain internal components such as a spring contained within the base that helps create a lasting static contact frictional force. An adjustable light may be pivotally attached to the book mirror.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2003Publication date: October 2, 2003Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 6213054Abstract: A bird feeder that includes a container having feed-access openings and a generally helical member attached to the container to extend around it along a path such that, for each of the openings, a portion of the member is close enough and in the proper location to allow a bird perched on that portion to retrieve seed accessible through that opening.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 1997Date of Patent: April 10, 2001Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 5868101Abstract: The present invention relates to avian enclosures which are rotated. The invention is presented as a separate electrical device that rotates birdhouses and/or birdfeeders or it can also be made part of the whole enclosure. The electromechnical device that rotates the avian enclosures basically consists of a power source, a motor, and a gearbox. Power is supplied from batteries, and/or solar cells, or an alternating current source. A more complex version of the present invention is also presented that incorporates an electronic circuit to sense the presence of birds and activate the motor only for a predetermined period of time. Consequently, the main purpose of this circuit is to conserve power which is very important for non-rechargeable batteries.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 1996Date of Patent: February 9, 1999Assignee: BirdQuest Products, Inc.Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: 5473726Abstract: A speech recognition data collection arrangement in which audio sounds spoken by the user are supplemented with lip and mouth movement information obtained from a combination of a light emitting diode and photodiode disposed immediately before the user's face is disclosed. The lip and mouth movement photo information is obtained in the form of an AC coupled amplitude modulated carrier waveform which results from energization of the light emitting diode from a pulsating or alternating current component inclusive source of electrical energy. The lip and mouth movement amplitude modulated carrier waveform is processed with filtering and envelope detection and communicated to a programmed digital computer for the purpose of dual-channel audio and photo based accomplishment of human speech recognition.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 1993Date of Patent: December 5, 1995Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air ForceInventor: Patrick T. Marshall
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Patent number: D407173Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 1997Date of Patent: March 23, 1999Assignee: BirdQuest Products, Inc.Inventor: Patrick T. Marshall