Patents by Inventor Paul A. Valentine
Paul A. Valentine 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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Publication number: 20240119835Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for systems and methods associated with free lock detection of a micromobility vehicle. Data from one or more sensors of the micromobility vehicle may be received and compared to a threshold stored or determined for the micromobility vehicle. Based on the comparing, an indication of free locking the micromobility vehicle may be determined and one or more notifications of the indication may be generated and sent for display on a mobile device. A parking condition of the micromobility vehicle may also be determined, such as utilizing image data of the micromobility vehicle. The image data may be analyzed to determine whether the micromobility vehicle is parked within a designated parking area distinguished through distinct coloring, patterns, signs, placards, markers, or images.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Garrett Korda Drayna, Gary Shambat, Jacqueline Benesch Tandler, Griffin Samuel Valentine Thomson, Jens Paul Windau
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Patent number: 10834301Abstract: A miniature camera (1) comprising at least one SMA actuator wire (11) arranged to effect focus, zoom or optical image stabilization. The SMA actuator wire (11) is coated with an electrically insulating layer (40) of thickness in the range from 0.3 ?m to 10 ?m. The layer (40) provides electrical insulation whilst permitting cooling that provides a rapid response time of the SMA actuator wire (11).Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2014Date of Patent: November 10, 2020Assignees: CAMBRIDGE MECHATRONICS LIMITED, HUTCHINSON TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATEDInventors: Andrew Benjamin David Brown, Peter Francis Ladwig, Richard Rodger Jenneke, Timothy Alan McDaniel, Paul Valentine Pesavento, Todd Austin Peter, Bryan John Scheele
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Publication number: 20170075192Abstract: Insulation of components of an SMA actuation arrangement in a miniature camera A miniature camera comprises an SMA actuator arrangement including at least one SMA actuator wire arranged to effect focus, zoom or optical image stabilization. At least one component of the SMA actuator arrangement that is not the SMA actuator wire is coated with an electrically insulating layer, thereby reducing the risk of short circuiting of the drive current of the SMA actuator wire. The SMA actuator wire may not be coated at all.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2015Publication date: March 16, 2017Applicants: CAMBRIDGE MECHATRONICS LIMITED, HUTCHINSON TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATEDInventors: Benjamin BROWN, Peter Francis LADWIG, Paul Valentine PESAVENTO, Todd Austin PETER
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Publication number: 20160227088Abstract: A miniature camera (1) comprising at least one SMA actuator wire (11) arranged to effect focus, zoom or optical image stabilization. The SMA actuator wire (11) is coated with an electrically insulating layer (40) of thickness in the range from 0.3 ?m to 10 ?m. The layer (40) provides electrical insulation whilst permitting cooling that provides a rapid response time of the SMA atuator wire (11).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2014Publication date: August 4, 2016Applicants: CAMBRIDGE MECHATRONICS LIMITED, HUTCHINSON TECHNOLOGY INCORPORATEDInventors: Andrew Benjamin David BROWN, Peter Francis LADWIG, Richard Rodger JENNEKE, Timothy Alan MCDANIEL, Paul Valentine PESAVENTO, Todd Austin PETER, Bryan John SCHEELE
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Publication number: 20160005003Abstract: A system includes receiving, from a user device, an instruction to create a meeting. The instruction may identify another user device to invite to the meeting, or a geographic area in which the meeting occurs. The system may also include transmitting, to the other user device, a request to attend the meeting; identifying a communication state, of the other user device, that indicates whether providing location information, associated with the other user device, to the user device is permitted; obtaining the location information when the state permits providing the location information; determining whether the other user device is located within the area based on the location information; and transmitting, to the user device, a notification that indicates that the other user device is within the area when the other user device is within the area. The notification including the location information when the state permits providing the location information.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2014Publication date: January 7, 2016Inventors: Paul Valentine Norris, Joshua Paul Norris
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Patent number: 7719186Abstract: A light-emitting ceramic based panel, hereafter termed “electroceramescent” panel, is herein claimed. The electroceramescent panel is formed on a substrate providing mechanical support as well as serving as the base electrode for the device. One or more semiconductive ceramic layers directly overlay the substrate, and electrical conductivity and ionic diffusion are controlled. Light emitting regions overlay the semiconductive ceramic layers, and said regions consist sequentially of a layer of a ceramic insulation layer and an electroluminescent layer, comprised of doped phosphors or the equivalent. One or more conductive top electrode layers having optically transmissive areas overlay the light emitting regions, and a multi-layered top barrier cover comprising one or more optically transmissive non-combustible insulation layers overlay said top electrode regions.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2004Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Inventors: Paul Valentine, Doreen D. Edwards, William John Walker, Jr., Lyle H. Slack, Wayne Douglas Brown, Cathy Osborne, Michael Norton, Richard Begley
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Patent number: 6956500Abstract: An inexpensive energy monitoring device and method for measuring energy usage and power costs in real time. The invention can include an external type digital battery powered camera that can be mounted away from and adjacent to the outdoor utility meter on a rotatable arm, which can send data signals to remote locations indoors using wireless such as an RF signal to a detector/display inside the residence. The indoor unit can be programmed to display desirable energy status information to a home owner on power usage and power costs on a daily bases, monthly bases, and yearly bases so that the home owner can budget energy usage and energy costs as needed. A shield can also be used with device and method for shielding power meters from adverse weather conditions.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2002Date of Patent: October 18, 2005Assignee: M & M Systems, Inc.Inventors: Alfred D. Ducharme, Jason M. Eichenholz, Paul A. Valentine
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Publication number: 20050062411Abstract: A light-emitting ceramic based panel, hereafter termed “electroceramescent” panel, is herein claimed. The electroceramescent panel is formed on a substrate providing mechanical support as well as serving as the base electrode for the device. One or more semiconductive ceramic layers directly overlay the substrate, and electrical conductivity and ionic diffusion are controlled. Light emitting regions overlay the semiconductive ceramic layers, and said regions consist sequentially of a layer of a ceramic insulation layer and an electroluminescent layer, comprised of doped phosphors or the equivalent. One or more conductive top electrode layers having optically transmissive areas overlay the light emitting regions, and a multi-layered top barrier cover comprising one or more optically transmissive non-combustible insulation layers overlay said top electrode regions.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2004Publication date: March 24, 2005Inventors: Paul Valentine, Dorreen Edwards, William Walker, Lyle Slack, Wayne Brown, Cathy Osborne, Michael Norton, Richard Begley
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Patent number: 6825054Abstract: A light-emitting ceramic based panel, hereafter termed “electroceramescent” panel, and alternative methods of fabrication for the same are claimed. The electroceramescent panel is formed on a substrate providing mechanical support as well as serving as the base electrode for the device. One or more semiconductive ceramic layers directly overlay the substrate, and electrical conductivity and ionic diffusion are controlled. Light emitting regions overlay the semiconductive ceramic layers, and said regions consist sequentially of a layer of a ceramic insulation layer and an electroluminescent layer, comprised of doped phosphors or the equivalent. One or more conductive top electrode layers having optically transmissive areas overlay the light emitting regions, and a multi-layered top barrier cover comprising one or more optically transmissive non-combustible insulation layers overlay said top electrode regions.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2002Date of Patent: November 30, 2004Inventors: Paul Valentine, Doreen D. Edwards, William John Walker, Jr., Lyle H. Slack, Wayne Douglas Brown, Cathy Osborne, Michael Norton, Richard Begley
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Patent number: 6684650Abstract: A method and system for executing a hot gas heating cycle in a mobile refrigeration unit includes diverting a flow of hot gas by bypassing a condenser into a receiver and restricting the flow, thereby raising a discharge pressure and temperature of the unit. The discharge pressure of the unit is monitored, and the restriction is regulated when the discharge pressure reaches a predetermined pressure. A combination of small and large orifice hot gas valves is used, or optionally a hot gas stepper valve. A solenoid valve or an evaporator expansion valve is optionally used to meter refrigerant into the heat loop.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2002Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Paul Valentine Weyna, Richard Alan Simone, Russell George Lewis
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Patent number: 6619057Abstract: A microprocessor controlled system performs low pressure side pumpdown with the assistance of a service technician. When the refrigerant in the system is transferred to the high pressure side, the low pressure side is available for servicing by the technician.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2001Date of Patent: September 16, 2003Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Willard Edwin Williamson, Paul Valentine Weyna, Richard Alan Simone
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Publication number: 20030136137Abstract: A method and system for executing a hot gas heating cycle in a mobile refrigeration unit includes diverting a flow of hot gas by bypassing a condenser into a receiver and restricting the flow, thereby raising a discharge pressure and temperature of the unit. The discharge pressure of the unit is monitored, and the restriction is regulated when the discharge pressure reaches a predetermined pressure. A combination of small and large orifice hot gas valves is used, or optionally a hot gas stepper valve. A solenoid valve or an evaporator expansion valve is optionally used to meter refrigerant into the heat loop.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2002Publication date: July 24, 2003Applicant: Carrier CorporationInventors: Paul Valentine Weyna, Richard Alan Simone, Russell George Lewis
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Publication number: 20030110785Abstract: A microprocessor controlled system performs low pressure side pumpdown with the assistance of a service technician. When the refrigerant in the system is transferred to the high pressure side, the low pressure side is available for servicing by the technician.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2001Publication date: June 19, 2003Applicant: Carrier CorporationInventors: Willard Edwin Williamson, Paul Valentine Weyna, Richard Alan Simone
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Publication number: 20030094896Abstract: A light-emitting ceramic based panel, hereafter termed “electroceramescent” panel, and alternative methods of fabrication for the same are claimed. The electroceramescent panel is formed on a substrate providing mechanical support as well as serving as the base electrode for the device. One or more semiconductive ceramic layers directly overlay the substrate, and electrical conductivity and ionic diffusion are controlled. Light emitting regions overlay the semiconductive ceramic layers, and said regions consist sequentially of a layer of a ceramic insulation layer and an electroluminescent layer, comprised of doped phosphors or the equivalent. One or more conductive top electrode layers having optically transmissive areas overlay the light emitting regions, and a multi-layered top barrier cover comprising one or more optically transmissive non-combustible insulation layers overlay said top electrode regions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2002Publication date: May 22, 2003Inventors: Paul Valentine, Doreen D. Edwards, William John Walker, Lyle H. Slack, Wayne Douglas Brown, Cathy Osborne, Michael Norton, Richard Begley
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Patent number: 6539734Abstract: When a flooded compressor in a refrigeration unit begins to run, refrigerant that has been absorbed into the oil is suddenly released, causing the crankcase to be filled with a sudsy mixture of refrigerant and oil. This mixture is then drawn into the suction manifold, cylinders, and compressor heads, in addition to being pumped out into the refrigeration system. When a flooded compressor startup condition in a mobile refrigeration unit is sensed, the compressor is shut down for a specified period of time to allow the oil in the system and on the compressor heads to drain back into the compressor oil sump before running the compressor again. The flooded compressor condition is determined by checking whether a suction superheat, a discharge superheat, and a suction pressure are all within specified operating parameters for a specified period of time after the compressor is started.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2001Date of Patent: April 1, 2003Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventor: Paul Valentine Weyna