Patents by Inventor Phillip Williams
Phillip Williams 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: 11976915Abstract: There is described a method for interrogating optical fiber comprising fiber Bragg gratings (“FBGs”), using an optical fiber interrogator. The method comprises (a) generating an initial light pulse from phase coherent light emitted from a light source, wherein the initial light pulse is generated by modulating the intensity of the light; (b) splitting the initial light pulse into a pair of light pulses; (c) causing one of the light pulses to be delayed relative to the other of the light pulses; (d) transmitting the light pulses along the optical fiber; (e) receiving reflections of the light pulses off the FBGs; and (f) determining whether an optical path length between the FBGs has changed from an interference pattern resulting from the reflections of the light pulses.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2022Date of Patent: May 7, 2024Assignee: Hifi Engineering Inc.Inventors: Brian H. Moore, Walter Jeffrey Shakespeare, Phillip William Wallace, Viet Hoang, Chris Henrikson, Ajay Sandhu, Adrian Dumitru, Thomas Clement, Dongliang Huang, Seyed Ehsan Jalilian
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Publication number: 20240144018Abstract: Methods and systems that provide one or more recommended configurations to planners using large data sets in an efficient manner. These methods and systems provide optimization of objectives using a genetic algorithm that can provide parameter recommendations that optimize one or more objectives in an efficient and timely manner. The methods and systems disclosed herein are flexible enough to satisfy diverse use cases.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2024Publication date: May 2, 2024Inventors: Sebastien OUELLET, Phillip WILLIAMS, Nathaniel STANLEY, Jeffery DOWNING, Liam HEBERT
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Publication number: 20240137766Abstract: Methods and systems are described for generating and utilizing a pattern of association. The pattern of association can comprise information that indicates to which of a plurality of network devices one or more mobile devices are likely to connect. The pattern of association can comprise information that indicates an order of association. The pattern of association can be associated with one or more factors which can be any information that provides insight into the pattern of association. The pattern of association can be used to identify a next network device that a mobile device will transition to, based on which network device the mobile device is currently connected to. Data, such as authentication information, can be pushed to the identified next network device to reduce network connectivity issues that may occur by transitioning between network devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2023Publication date: April 25, 2024Inventors: Ivan Ong, Phillip Andrew Sanderson, Thomas William Lynn, JR.
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Publication number: 20240112129Abstract: A dynamic supply chain planning system for analysis of historical lead time data that uses machine learning algorithms to forecast future lead times based on historical lead time data, weather data and financial data related to locations and dates within the supply chain.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2023Publication date: April 4, 2024Inventors: Phillip WILLIAMS, Zhen LIN, Behrouz HAJI SOLEIMANI, Seyednaser NOURASHRAFEDDIN, Chantal BISSON-KROL, Marcio OLIVEIRA ALMEIDA
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Patent number: 11946022Abstract: A water-soluble unit dose article containing a non-soap anionic surfactant and non-ionic surfactant, where the non-ionic surfactant includes first and second alkoxylated alcohol non-ionic surfactants. A related process of laundering fabrics.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2021Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Hilde Francoise Louise Andriessen, Kevin Bekaert, Jean-Pol Boutique, Alice Michele Boutoille, Harry William Broening, Karel Jozef Maria DePoot, Phillip Kyle Vinson
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Patent number: 11948419Abstract: A computing device for gaming by patrons. An identification acceptor may scan an identification document into digital form. A biological sensor such as a camera may obtain biological data describing a human patron. A currency acceptor and dispenser may accept money. The computing device may obtain biological data describing the patron. The computing device may verify the identity of the patron and acceptability of the patron for gaming based at least in part on the digital form of the patron's identification and the biological data. The computing device may accept currency for deposit into a wagering account. Once the patron is verified and the account is funded, the computing device may offer gaming activities to the verified patron out of the wagering account, and pay out gaming winnings at the currency dispenser.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2022Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: CG TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT, LLCInventors: Paul Williams, Phillip L. Flaherty, Quinton Singleton, Kathleen Tam, Matthew Morrissette
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Patent number: 11944431Abstract: A system and a method for creating a stable and reproducible interface of an optical sensor system for measuring blood glucose levels in biological tissue include a dual wedge prism sensor attached to a disposable optic that comprises a focusing lens and an optical window. The disposable optic adheres to the skin to allow a patient to take multiple readings or scans at the same location. The disposable optic includes a Petzval surface placed flush against the skin to maintain the focal point of the optical beam on the surface of the skin. Additionally, the integrity of the sensor signal is maximized by varying the rotation rates of the dual wedge prisms over time in relation to the depth scan rate of the sensor. Optimally, a medium may be injected between the disposable and the skin to match the respective refractive indices and optimize the signal collection of the sensor.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2021Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: Masimo CorportationInventors: Matthew J. Schurman, Phillip William Wallace, Walter J. Shakespeare, Howard P. Apple, William Henry Bennett
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Patent number: 11928964Abstract: A parking availability predictor system provides a prediction of parking availability that meets a user's specified needs. When the user submits a query for parking availability, he can include desired parking criteria such as location, handicapped status, and desired time to begin parking. The system consults a parking occupancy model which gathers current and historical information about parking occupancy, including parking durations and durations of vacancies between occupancies. The model processes the gathered information into a statistical predictor of parking occupancy and vacancy. The system uses the predictor to predict when parking that meets the user's needs will become available. That prediction, including user-suitable parking locations along with the expected start of their vacancies, is then sent to the user in answer to his query.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2022Date of Patent: March 12, 2024Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: Nikhil Dama, Laura Frisbie Evans, Christopher Ryan Haberland, Ting Lu, Simon Phillip Stolarczyk, Kristopher Thomas Williams
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Patent number: 11920347Abstract: A joist assembly system that is structured for dynamic retrieval of components, dynamic and precise positioning and location of retrieved components, assembly of the components to form a joist, and delivery of the assembled joist. The joist assembly system has a plurality of material handling systems, a plurality of welding systems, and a rigging table system. The material handling systems are structured to load and position the components such as chords and webs onto the rigging table. The rigging table in turn supports the chords or webs. Subsequently, the plurality of welding systems weld the webs to the chords to form the joist.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2022Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: NUCOR CORPORATIONInventors: Jason Alan Freidenberger, Joseph Patrick Cagle, Christopher Ray Couch, Richard Thomas Erickson, Travis Marshall Fuhrman, John Lyman Hale, Matthew Glenn Hire, Christopher William Martin, James E. Ogburn, III, Jonathan Pressley Poston, Peter Michael Puglisi, Phillip Murray Sylvester, Jr., Adam Taylor Watkins
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Publication number: 20240072699Abstract: Disclosed are improved devices, systems and methods for powered generator systems which incorporate a solid-state transient power response system to provide supplemental electrical power to the power output during a transient period of increased electrical load, which permits the generator system sufficient time to progressively “spin up” the generator and/or otherwise increase power output at a desired rate to meet the increased electrical load demand in a desired manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Inventors: Tracy HACH, Donald A. WILLIAMS, Kristopher PURDY, Alexander Zachary BROOKS, Phillip REINGOLD
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Publication number: 20240050125Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed towards a medical device, method and system thereof for the placement or passage of patches, sutures, anchors, tags, tissue sensors and more particularly to a medical device for repairing female pelvic organ or tissue prolapsed region. The device may be used for the placement of stereotactic markers into tissue near joints or tumors for guidance during orthopedic or neurosurgical procedures.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2023Publication date: February 15, 2024Inventor: Phillip A. Williams
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Publication number: 20240049911Abstract: A DC powered cooking appliance which uses an induction or a resistance based DC heating element and excludes AC powered heating elements and preferably does not rely on directly connected combustion powered heating elements. Some embodiments include wattage of 1500 watts or less, voltages of 40 or 48 volts or more and are installed on a boat, van, rv or bus such that an inverter of that boat, van, rv or bus is not electrically connected to the cooking appliance.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2023Publication date: February 15, 2024Inventors: Michael Reischmann, Phillip Williams
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Patent number: 11900259Abstract: Methods and systems that provide one or more recommended configurations to planners using large data sets in an efficient manner. These methods and systems provide optimization of objectives using a genetic algorithm that can provide parameter recommendations that optimize one or more objectives in an efficient and timely manner. The methods and systems disclosed herein are flexible enough to satisfy diverse use cases.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2022Date of Patent: February 13, 2024Assignee: Kinaxis Inc.Inventors: Sebastien Ouellet, Phillip Williams, Nathaniel Stanley, Jeffery Downing, Liam Hebert
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Patent number: 11887044Abstract: A dynamic supply chain planning system for analysis of historical lead time data that uses machine learning algorithms to forecast future lead times based on historical lead time data, weather data and financial data related to locations and dates within the supply chain.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2022Date of Patent: January 30, 2024Assignee: Kinaxis Inc.Inventors: Phillip Williams, Zhen Lin, Behrouz Haji Soleimani, Seyednaser Nourashrafeddin, Chantal Bisson-Krol, Marcio Oliveira Almeida
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Patent number: 11846422Abstract: A system includes an air manifold, a fuel manifold, and a plurality of fuel injectors. At least one of the fuel injectors includes a heat exchanger portion for supplying compressed, cooled air form the heat exchanger portion to the air manifold. An air valve is operatively connected to an outlet of the air manifold for controlling release of air from the air manifold. A controller is operatively connected to the air valve, wherein the controller includes machine readable instructions configured to control the air valve to regulate flow of air through the air valve based on fuel temperatures in the fuel channel. The machine readable instructions can be configured to cause the controller to flow air through the air valve in a heat exchange mode if a fuel temperature in the fuel injectors is below a predetermined fuel temperature.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2021Date of Patent: December 19, 2023Assignee: Collins Engine Nozzles, Inc.Inventors: Jason Ryon, Gregory A. Zink, Brandon Phillip Williams, Lev A. Prociw
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Patent number: 11825987Abstract: A DC powered cooking appliance which uses an induction or a resistance based DC heating element and excludes AC powered heating elements and preferably does not rely on directly connected combustion powered heating elements. Some embodiments include wattage of 1500 watts or less, voltages of 40 or 48 volts or more and are installed on a boat, van, rv or bus such that an inverter of that boat, van, rv or bus is not electrically connected to the cooking appliance.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2022Date of Patent: November 28, 2023Assignee: Kenyon International, Inc.Inventors: Michael Reischmann, Phillip Williams
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Patent number: 11808194Abstract: A modular exhaust subsystem for purifying an exhaust gas feedstream of a compression-ignition internal combustion engine upstream of a base exhaust aftertreatment system includes a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalyst, and a first exhaust gas sensor and a first temperature sensor that are arranged to monitor the SCR catalyst. A reductant delivery system is arranged to inject a reductant upstream of the SCR catalyst. A controller is in communication with an engine-out exhaust gas sensor, a second exhaust gas sensor and a second temperature sensor that are arranged to monitor the base exhaust aftertreatment system. The controller controls the reductant delivery system to inject the reductant into the exhaust gas feedstream upstream of the SCR catalyst based upon inputs from the first and second exhaust gas sensors, the engine-out exhaust gas sensor, and the first and second temperature sensors.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2022Date of Patent: November 7, 2023Assignee: PACCAR Inc.Inventors: Cynthia Chaffin Webb, Charles Wayne Reinhardt Swart, Maarten Meijer, Phillip William Stephenson, Trevor Joseph Ott
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Patent number: 11793547Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed towards a medical device, method and system thereof for the placement or passage of patches, sutures, anchors, tags, tissue sensors and more particularly to a medical device for repairing female pelvic organ or tissue prolapsed region. The device may be used for the placement of stereotactic markers into tissue near joints or tumors for guidance during orthopedic or neurosurgical procedures.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2022Date of Patent: October 24, 2023Inventor: Phillip A. Williams
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Publication number: 20230323811Abstract: An embodiment of a torch ignitor system for combustor of a gas turbine engine includes a torch ignitor, the torch ignitor having a combustion chamber oriented about an axis, the combustion chamber having axially upstream and downstream ends defining a flow direction through the combustion chamber, along the axis. The torch ignitor system also includes a cap defining the axially upstream end of the combustion chamber and oriented about the axis, wherein the cap is configured to receive a fuel injector and at least one glow plug, a tip at a downstream end of the combustion chamber, and a passage for pressurized oxygen containing gas passing through the cap from an exterior of the combustion chamber and in fluid communication with the combustion chamber. An embodiment of a method for starting a gas turbine engine is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2023Publication date: October 12, 2023Applicant: Collins Engine Nozzles, Inc.Inventors: Jason A. Ryon, Brandon Phillip Williams
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Patent number: 11773784Abstract: A fuel injector includes a fuel nozzle configured to issue a spray of fuel from a fuel outlet in a downstream direction along an injection axis. The fuel nozzle includes a nozzle body that defines a main flow passage therethrough. An injection fuel line is in fluid communication with the fuel nozzle to supply fuel to the fuel nozzle. A torch ignitor with a flame outlet opens into the main flow passage of the fuel nozzle for issuing flame into the main flow passage. The flame outlet meets the main flow passage at a position that is downstream of the fuel outlet with respect to the downstream direction along the injection axis.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2021Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Collins Engine Nozzles, Inc.Inventors: Jason Ryon, Lev A. Prociw, Brandon Phillip Williams