Patents by Inventor Philippe Richard

Philippe Richard 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).

  • Publication number: 20200231134
    Abstract: An electromechanical brake assist system driven by an electric motor cooperating with a master cylinder and having, along the axis of actuation, a helper piston in the shape of an axial sleeve solidly connected with a guide bracket and having a threaded surface. A nut, fixed in translation but free to rotate, has interior threads that complement those of the helper piston, which it receives, and exterior teeth that cooperate with the drive motor. A plunger piston carries a drive base so it can be pushed by the piston. Its other extremity is connected to the control rod, formed from a body and a head. The body has a crimping area and the head has a sleeve with an extremity that can be crimped along the crimping area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2016
    Publication date: July 23, 2020
    Inventors: David Patarra, Francois Gaffe, Philippe Richard
  • Publication number: 20200166721
    Abstract: The invention relates to a modular and stackable system (1) for arranging an optical fibre of an optical system in a controlled and secure manner, comprising at least the following components: a modular frame (30) comprising a plurality of upright posts (31), wherein the posts (31) are arranged such on the frame (30) that a next-neighbour distance of the posts (31) is identical, wherein each post (31) comprises a recess (31a) on the upper end; at least one module (20) for receiving an optical fibre, wherein the module (20) comprises at least four corners (21); wherein the posts (31) are arranged such that four modules (20) can be arranged with their corners (21) non-overlapping on a single post (31); wherein each module's corner (21) can be fixed with a fixing means on the post (31), wherein the fixing means is designed to engage in the recess (31a) on the upper end of the post (31) and wherein the corners (21) of each module (20) and the fixing means are designed such that the fixing means can simultaneously
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2018
    Publication date: May 28, 2020
    Applicant: UNIVERSITAT BERN
    Inventors: Philippe Richard RAISIN, Christoph BACHER, Andres LUDER SCHAIBLE, Manuel Alain RYSER, Adrian JENK
  • Publication number: 20200121887
    Abstract: A method or apparatus to improve sleep aid efficacy is described. The method comprises monitoring the sleeping patterns of a user utilizing a non-intrusive sleep monitoring device. The method further correlates the user's sleep quality and sleep quantity with use of the sleep aid. In one embodiment, the method adjusts the sleep aid based on the sleep statistics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 10610146
    Abstract: In one embodiment, the present system is designed to be a wearable garment, worn in a vehicle, such as a car. The wearable garment includes a plurality of sensors. These sensors may be used by a processor to identify precursor signs of dozing off. In one embodiment, the processor may be in the wearable garment. In another embodiment, the processor may be in a mobile device linked to the wearable garment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2020
    Assignee: DP TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 10568565
    Abstract: Devices, systems and methods that track various aspects of a person's sleep and environment to optimize one or more aspects of the user's environment and sleep conditions, quality and duration, together or alone, and help make the one or more users maintain and prolong his or her deep sleep status and improve the their sleep duration and quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2020
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 10493969
    Abstract: A brake assist system comprising an intermediate spring combined with a compression thrust bearing, limiting the compression to a force greater than the response of the brake pedal under normal operating conditions. The spring and its compression thrust bearing are placed between the plunger piston (2) and the helper piston so that the spring transmits the thrust from the helper piston to the plunger piston that pulls the pedal under normal braking conditions. The helper piston pushes the plunger piston by way of the compression thrust bearing when the response of the plunger piston exceeds the compression threshold. A contact detector detects the contact between the helper piston and the thrust bearing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbH
    Inventors: Francois Gaffe, Philippe Richard
  • Patent number: 10495479
    Abstract: A method comprises displaying a map including a plurality of streets and displaying street names for a first subset of the plurality of streets shown on the map, the street signs displayed only for the first subset of streets that are directly accessible from the user's current location and are along the user's path, wherein a second subset of streets that are not directly accessible from the user's current location, including streets behind the user's current location, do not have the street signs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: DP TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 10485474
    Abstract: A method comprising monitoring a user's movements and determining when the user is falling asleep into a sleep session. The method further comprising identifying the sleep session as a power nap or a longer sleep, and waking up the user at a predetermined time, based on a combination of user preferences and measured information regarding the sleep session.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2019
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 10424183
    Abstract: A smart seating system is described. In one embodiment, the smart seating system may be integrated into a chair or seat, or may be a cushion that is placed on a seat. In one embodiment, the smart seating system uses one or more sensors to monitor the user. In one embodiment, the sensors may be sufficiently sensitive to monitor the user's respiration and heart rate, as well as whether the user is sitting or not. In one embodiment, the smart seating system can be used to monitor a user's breathing and heart rate. The system may be used to control stress in an office environment, in one embodiment. In addition to controlling stress, the smart seating system may be used to coach users to more healthful behaviors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: DP TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving, Mark Andrew Christensen
  • Patent number: 10207075
    Abstract: A method or apparatus to improve sleep aid efficacy is described. The method comprises monitoring the sleeping patterns of a user utilizing a non-intrusive sleep monitoring device. The method further correlates the user's sleep quality and sleep quantity with use of the sleep aid. In one embodiment, the method adjusts the sleep aid based on the sleep statistics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2019
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Publication number: 20190023249
    Abstract: A brake assist system comprising an intermediate spring combined with a compression thrust bearing, limiting the compression to a force greater than the response of the brake pedal under normal operating conditions. The spring and its compression thrust bearing are placed between the plunger piston (2) and the helper piston so that the spring transmits the thrust from the helper piston to the plunger piston that pulls the pedal under normal braking conditions. The helper piston pushes the plunger piston by way of the compression thrust bearing when the response of the plunger piston exceeds the compression threshold. A contact detector detects the contact between the helper piston and the thrust bearing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2016
    Publication date: January 24, 2019
    Inventors: Francois Gaffe, Philippe Richard
  • Publication number: 20180345932
    Abstract: A system includes a helper piston that includes an axial sleeve that is integral with a guide bracket and that has a threaded exterior surface; a translationally fixed but rotational translation nut that has internal threads that complement those of the helper piston and that supports a gear connected to a drive motor; a plunger piston pushed by the helper piston and connected to a control rod; a trigger spring between the helper piston and the stop carried by the control rod for triggering brake assistance; a stop including a stop sleeve and a flange that is applied to the trigger spring, where the body of the control rod has a crimping area for securing the stop by crimping in an adjusted compression position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2016
    Publication date: December 6, 2018
    Applicant: Robert Bosch GmbH
    Inventors: Francois Gaffe, Philippe Richard
  • Patent number: 10043388
    Abstract: A method of managing a parking system comprising receiving a request for a parking location from a user of a mobile device, selecting an available spot, and guiding the user to the available spot. The method in on embodiment further comprises marking the parking location. In one embodiment, the user may also be given guidance back to the marked parking location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving, David Vogel, Mark Andrew Christensen
  • Patent number: 10022086
    Abstract: A method and apparatus to provide an extended band is described. The method comprises pairing a body-worn device and a host device and establishing a low-power connection between the body-worn device and the host device to form an extended band. The method further comprises monitoring a user's status with a plurality of sensors on the host device and/or the body-worn device, and using the extended band to do one or more of: provide alerts to the user, based on the sensor data, control the extended band from one of the devices, and share data with third parties using the extended band.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving, David Vogel
  • Patent number: 9998789
    Abstract: A method of facilitating audience interaction comprising determining a user-current state, based on at least one of user-entered input to be provided by a user on a device that is to be worn by the user and movement data to be received from the device. The determination of the user-current state includes determining a choice and a reaction of the user, and generating the user-current state, based on the determination.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 9989929
    Abstract: A method and apparatus to provide a user interface for a multi-purpose band is described. The user interface includes two shapes, in one embodiment, each shape made up of a plurality of LEDs or other light sources. Multiple types of information may be provided to the user through the lights, including activity statistics, sleep statistics, and current time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Patent number: 9990026
    Abstract: A method and apparatus of using sleep monitoring is described. The method comprises monitoring the user's state using a plurality of sensors in a sensor system and detecting when the user is falling asleep. The method further comprises adjusting settings in an associated device in response to the user falling asleep.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving, Sonia Lee Kahn
  • Patent number: 9989366
    Abstract: A method or apparatus to provide a global positioning system receiver is described. The Personal navigation system includes at least one motion sensor, the motion sensor capable of identifying a user activity, and distinguishing between walking and driving, or other manual v. mechanical locomotion. The system automatically switches modes to the appropriate format.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving
  • Publication number: 20180106827
    Abstract: An electronic device monitors accelerations using a motion sensor. The electronic device determines a current motion state based on the accelerations. The electronic device identifies a plurality of applications that subscribe to a motion state identification service and notifies a subset of the applications of the current motion state, the subset meeting notification criteria associated with the current motion state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2017
    Publication date: April 19, 2018
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving, Mark Andrew Christensen, Brian Y. Lee, David Vogel
  • Patent number: D835614
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2018
    Assignee: DP Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Philippe Richard Kahn, Arthur Kinsolving, Mark Andrew Christensen, Colin Mcclarin Cooper