Patents by Inventor Richard Benson
Richard Benson 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: 20240108844Abstract: A humidification system can include a heater base, a humidification chamber, and a breathing circuit. A cartridge can be removably coupled to the heater base. The cartridge can include various sensors, probes, sensor wire connectors, heater wire connectors, and/or other features. The cartridge can include features configured to mate with corresponding features on the humidification chamber and the heater base. The cartridge includes a memory, such as an EEPROM, or other suitable storage device. When the cartridge is installed on the heater base, the memory is electrically connected to a processor and/or memory of the heater base. Various models of cartridges can be produced for use with different humidification chambers, breathing circuits, and/or therapies. A connector can be configured to couple an inspiratory conduit to an outlet port of the humidification chamber. The connector can provide a pneumatic connection to the outlet port and an electrical connection to the cartridge.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2023Publication date: April 4, 2024Inventors: Hamish Adrian OSBORNE, Gavin Walsh Millar, Stephen David Evans, Bruce Gordon Holyoake, James William Stanton, David Leon McCauley, Gareth Thomas McDermott, Nicholas James Michael McKenna, Myfanwy Jane Antica Norton, Adrian John Elsworth, Michael John Andresen, Jonathan Andrew George Lambert, Sandeep Singh Gurm, Tessa Hazel Paris, Joseph Nathaniel Griffiths, Ping Si, Christopher Gareth Sims, Elmo Benson Stoks, Dexter Chi Lun Cheung, Peter Alan Seekup, Po-Yen Liu, Richard Edward Lang, Paul James Tonkin, Ian Lee Wai Kwan
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Patent number: 11240211Abstract: Systems and methods to retrieve, encrypt, and transmit control area network (CAN), event data recorder (EDR), engine control unit (ECU) and onboard diagnostics (OBD) data from vehicles such as automobiles and airplanes etc. is disclosed. The invention having, but not limited to, several main parts: a first part being a microcontroller having onboard memory, a second part being a connector that interfaces with a vehicle's existing CAN, EDR, ECU and OBD data, a third part being onboard software that encrypts said data to a blockchain within a vehicle, and a fourth part being multiple, wireless transmitters that send blockchain information to a cloud network. An object of the invention is to leverage and decentralize valuable telematic, CAN, EDR, ECU and OBD vehicle data for an array of stakeholders including dealers, insurers and consumers in a secure manner through the latest cryptography software.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2019Date of Patent: February 1, 2022Inventors: Richard Benson, Clayton Leo Henry
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Patent number: 11136215Abstract: A remotely controlled, tethered vehicle system is comprised of a communication network interface, a system command and control module, a power source, a tether cable spooling apparatus and a remotely controlled vehicle that is tethered to the communication, control and power source by a cable that is controlled to be dispensed from or retracted into the spooling apparatus. The spooling apparatus has a spooling mechanism that is controlled to move the cable into and out of the spooling apparatus without using a slip ring device.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2018Date of Patent: October 5, 2021Assignee: Teltech Group LLCInventors: Richard A Benson, Adam A Degemann
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Publication number: 20210084015Abstract: Systems and methods to retrieve, encrypt, and transmit control area network (CAN), event data recorder (EDR), engine control unit (ECU) and onboard diagnostics (OBD) data from vehicles such as automobiles and airplanes etc. is disclosed. The invention having, but not limited to, several main parts: a first part being a microcontroller having onboard memory, a second part being a connector that interfaces with a vehicle's existing CAN, EDR, ECU and OBD data, a third part being onboard software that encrypts said data to a blockchain within a vehicle, and a fourth part being multiple, wireless transmitters that send blockchain information to a cloud network. An object of the invention is to leverage and decentralize valuable telematic, CAN, EDR, ECU and OBD vehicle data for an array of stakeholders including dealers, insurers and consumers in a secure manner through the latest cryptography software.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2019Publication date: March 18, 2021Inventor: Richard Benson
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Patent number: 10923888Abstract: Modular switchgear systems are provided including at least two separate modules including components of switchgear. The at least two separate modules are independent of one another. One of the at least two separate modules is a stationary module and remaining ones of the at least two separate modules are removable such that the remaining ones of the at least two separate modules are configured to engage and/or disengage easily from the stationary module and an electrical power system. Related removable modules are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2018Date of Patent: February 16, 2021Assignee: Eaton Intelligent Power LimitedInventors: Bryan Richard Benson, Michael Patrick Culhane, Marten Binnendijk, David Allan Aho, Brent David Henry, David Glenn Woolard
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Patent number: 10443883Abstract: An improved vent apparatus that is usable with an electrical enclosure includes a vent flap that is movable between a closed position overlying an opening formed in a wall of the electrical enclosure and an open position wherein at least a portion of the vent flap is spaced from the wall. The vent flap may be held in place in the closed position via gravity or through the use of a retainer such as a spring or a frangible structure. The vent flap is a part of a flap apparatus that is formed as a unitary single piece element that may be stamped from sheet metal, for example, and the flap apparatus includes a number of hinge elements that are rollably disposed on an edge of the wall adjacent the opening.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2017Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LIMITEDInventors: Michael Davis Pearce, Bryan Richard Benson
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Publication number: 20190280466Abstract: Modular switchgear systems are provided including at least two separate modules including components of switchgear. The at least two separate modules are independent of one another. One of the at least two separate modules is a stationary module and remaining ones of the at least two separate modules are removable such that the remaining ones of the at least two separate modules are configured to engage and/or disengage easily from the stationary module and an electrical power system. Related removable modules are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2018Publication date: September 12, 2019Inventors: Bryan Richard Benson, Michael Patrick Culhane, Marten Binnendijk, David Allan Aho, Brent David Henry, David Glenn Woolard
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Publication number: 20190078376Abstract: A prefabricated window sill 10 suitable for external use comprises a closed cast outer shell 12 having at least an upper surface 16, a lower surface 18, a front surface 20, a rear surface 22 and first and second end surfaces 24, 26. The shell is made from a composite of a plastic polyester resin mixed with either crushed marble or crushed glass, with a catalyst which causes the resin to set; the shell being filled with an expanded plastics foam.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2018Publication date: March 14, 2019Inventors: Daniel Callaghan, Richard Benson, Andrew Corkery, Paul O'Neill
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Publication number: 20190055105Abstract: A remotely controlled, tethered vehicle system is comprised of a communication network interface, a system command and control module, a power source, a tether cable spooling apparatus and a remotely controlled vehicle that is tethered to the communication, control and power source by a cable that is controlled to be dispensed from or retracted into the spooling apparatus. The spooling apparatus has a spooling mechanism that is controlled to move the cable into and out of the spooling apparatus without using a slip ring device.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2018Publication date: February 21, 2019Inventors: RICHARD A BENSON, ADAM A DEGEMANN
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Publication number: 20170343234Abstract: An improved vent apparatus that is usable with an electrical enclosure includes a vent flap that is movable between a closed position overlying an opening formed in a wall of the electrical enclosure and an open position wherein at least a portion of the vent flap is spaced from the wall. The vent flap may be held in place in the closed position via gravity or through the use of a retainer such as a spring or a frangible structure. The vent flap is a part of a flap apparatus that is formed as a unitary single piece element that may be stamped from sheet metal, for example, and the flap apparatus includes a number of hinge elements that are rollably disposed on an edge of the wall adjacent the opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2017Publication date: November 30, 2017Applicant: EATON CORPORATIONInventors: MICHAEL DAVIS PEARCE, BRYAN RICHARD BENSON
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Publication number: 20170204655Abstract: A prefabricated window sill (10) suitable for external use comprises a closed cast outer shell (12) having at least an upper surface (16), a lower surface (18), a front surface (20), a rear surface (22) and first and second end surfaces (24, 26). The shell is made from a composite of a plastic polyester resin mixed with either crushed marble or crushed glass, with a catalyst which causes the resin to set; the shell being filled with an expanded plastics foam.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 3, 2015Publication date: July 20, 2017Inventors: Daniel Callaghan, Richard Benson, Andrew Corkery, Paul O'Neill
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Patent number: 9593863Abstract: An improved vent apparatus that is usable with an electrical enclosure includes a vent flap that is movable between a closed position overlying an opening formed in a wall of the electrical enclosure and an open position wherein at least a portion of the vent flap is spaced from the wall. The vent flap may be held in place in the closed position via gravity or through the use of a retainer such as a spring or a frangible structure. The vent flap is a part of a flap apparatus that is formed as a unitary single piece element that may be stamped from sheet metal, for example, and the flap apparatus includes a number of hinge elements that are rollably disposed on an edge of the wall adjacent the opening.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2013Date of Patent: March 14, 2017Assignee: Eaton CorporationInventors: Michael Davis Pearce, Bryan Richard Benson
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Patent number: 9558900Abstract: An electrical disconnect includes a housing having a recess defined therein extending from an opening toward a base. The disconnect also includes a vacuum envelope defined within the housing near the base; a fixed contact assembly including a fixed contact structured to be in electrical communication with a voltage source disposed partially within the vacuum envelope; and a movable contact assembly including a movable contact having a first end disposed within the vacuum envelope and a second end disposed in the recess near the base and movable between a closed position in electrical contact with the fixed contact and an open position spaced apart from the fixed contact a separation distance. The housing includes a dynamic shield electrically connected to the movable contact, the dynamic shield being disposed about the recess within the housing and extending from the base toward the opening thereof.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2014Date of Patent: January 31, 2017Assignee: EATON CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Davis Pearce, Bryan Richard Benson, Melvin Lavern Hughes, Timothy Gordon Robirds, Michael Howard Abrahamsen
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Publication number: 20160163484Abstract: An electrical disconnect includes a housing having a recess defined therein extending from an opening toward a base. The disconnect also includes a vacuum envelope defined within the housing near the base; a fixed contact assembly including a fixed contact structured to be in electrical communication with a voltage source disposed partially within the vacuum envelope; and a movable contact assembly including a movable contact having a first end disposed within the vacuum envelope and a second end disposed in the recess near the base and movable between a closed position in electrical contact with the fixed contact and an open position spaced apart from the fixed contact a separation distance. The housing includes a dynamic shield electrically connected to the movable contact, the dynamic shield being disposed about the recess within the housing and extending from the base toward the opening thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2014Publication date: June 9, 2016Applicant: EATON CORPORATIONInventors: MICHAEL DAVIS PEARCE, BRYAN RICHARD BENSON, MELVIN LAVERN HUGHES, TIMOTHY GORDON ROBIRDS, MICHAEL HOWARD ABRAHAMSEN
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Publication number: 20150133042Abstract: An improved vent apparatus that is usable with an electrical enclosure includes a vent flap that is movable between a closed position overlying an opening formed in a wall of the electrical enclosure and an open position wherein at least a portion of the vent flap is spaced from the wall. The vent flap may be held in place in the closed position via gravity or through the use of a retainer such as a spring or a frangible structure. The vent flap is a part of a flap apparatus that is formed as a unitary single piece element that may be stamped from sheet metal, for example, and the flap apparatus includes a number of hinge elements that are rollably disposed on an edge of the wall adjacent the opening.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2013Publication date: May 14, 2015Applicant: Eaton CorporationInventors: Michael Davis Pearce, Bryan Richard Benson
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Patent number: 8487947Abstract: In a system comprising a plurality of processors and a memory shared by at least a subset of the processors, a method for processing video data includes the steps of: (a) a first one of the processors receiving a first video frame and storing the first video frame in the memory; (b) the first one of the processors receiving at least a second video frame, receipt of the second video frame initiating a release of the first video frame from the memory; (c) the first one of the processors sending the first and second video frames to a second one of the processors together for processing by the second one of the processors; (d) the second one of the processors generating an output video frame based at least on the first and second video frames; (e) storing the output video frame in the memory by overwriting an available memory location therein, the output video frame becoming a new first video frame; and (f) repeating steps (b) through (e) until all video frames to be processed have been received.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2006Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Assignee: Agere Systems Inc.Inventors: Richard Benson, Peter Kroon, Nigel Henry Wood
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Publication number: 20090054923Abstract: The current invention is directed to a nasal device for maintaining an air passageway within the nose while a person sleeps. The nasal device has two spaced apart tubular members joined together by a bridging section and a removable spring biased clip that is locatable to hold it in position. The clip of the nasal device prevents the device from being accidentally dislodged and can also be used by people with different nose and nasal septum size and shape.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2005Publication date: February 26, 2009Applicant: BENSON MEDICAL SERVICES PTY LTDInventor: Richard Benson
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Patent number: 7428913Abstract: A valve assembly including a valve body having an orifice, and a valve member received in the valve body and movable along an axis with respect to the orifice. The valve member includes a cup in an end of the valve member and the cup has an end wall facing the orifice of the valve body. A fulcrum extends from the end wall of the cup towards the orifice, and a plug is received in the cup against the fulcrum and opposite the orifice of the valve body. When the valve member is moved along the axis towards the orifice, the plug contacts the valve body to seal the orifice. The valve assembly also includes a flat spring having an outer portion secured to the end of the valve member and flexible arms retaining the plug in the cup, so that the plug can be articulated about the fulcrum and properly aligned with the valve body to fully seal the orifice when the valve member is moved along the axis towards the orifice.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2005Date of Patent: September 30, 2008Assignee: MKS Instruments, Inc.Inventor: Richard A. Benson
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Publication number: 20080158336Abstract: A method, system, device, and computer storage medium for use in communicating a video feed transmitted from a video monitoring device to a video enabled communication device. The video enabled communication device and the video monitoring device communicate via a communication network in a session initiation protocol (SIP) session. In accordance with a SIP initiation path, a SIP session is established between the video monitoring device and the video enabled communication device. After establishing the SIP session, in accordance with a media path between the video monitoring device and the video enabled communication device, a video feed is received from the video monitoring device. The received video feed is transcoded. In accordance with the media path, the transcoded video feed is transmitted to the video enabled communication device.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2007Publication date: July 3, 2008Inventors: Richard Benson, Edouard Boily, Carine Le Discorde, Francois Paquet
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Publication number: 20080079733Abstract: In a system comprising a plurality of processors and a memory shared by at least a subset of the processors, a method for processing video data includes the steps of: (a) a first one of the processors receiving a first video frame and storing the first video frame in the memory; (b) the first one of the processors receiving at least a second video frame, receipt of the second video frame initiating a release of the first video frame from the memory; (c) the first one of the processors sending the first and second video frames to a second one of the processors together for processing by the second one of the processors; (d) the second one of the processors generating an output video frame based at least on the first and second video frames; (e) storing the output video frame in the memory by overwriting an available memory location therein, the output video frame becoming a new first video frame; and (f) repeating steps (b) through (e) until all video frames to be processed have been received.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2006Publication date: April 3, 2008Inventors: Richard Benson, Peter Kroon, Nigel Henry Wood