Patents by Inventor Richard Flynn
Richard Flynn 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: 11789183Abstract: Three or more base optical materials are selectively combined into a trans-gradient index (GRIN) optical element (e.g., a lens). A wavelength-dependent index of refraction for light propagating perpendicular to the three or more optical materials equals: a volume fraction of a first optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the first optical material, plus a volume fraction of a second optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the second optical material, plus one minus the volume fraction of the first optical material and the volume of the second optical material all multiplied by the refractive index of a third optical material. The wavelength-dependent index of refraction distribution and a refractive index dispersion through the GRIN optical element may be independently specified from one another. A local refractive index at any point in the optical element is a fixed function of a refractive index of each individual optical material.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2020Date of Patent: October 17, 2023Assignee: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Guy Beadie, Richard Flynn, James S. Shirk, Joseph Mait, Predrag Milojkovic
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Publication number: 20210026043Abstract: Three or more base optical materials are selectively combined into a trans-gradient index (GRIN) optical element (e.g., a lens). A wavelength-dependent index of refraction for light propagating perpendicular to the three or more optical materials equals: a volume fraction of a first optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the first optical material, plus a volume fraction of a second optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the second optical material, plus one minus the volume fraction of the first optical material and the volume of the second optical material all multiplied by the refractive index of a third optical material. The wavelength-dependent index of refraction distribution and a refractive index dispersion through the GRIN optical element may be independently specified from one another. A local refractive index at any point in the optical element is a fixed function of a refractive index of each individual optical material.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2020Publication date: January 28, 2021Inventors: Guy Beadie, Richard Flynn, James S. Shirk, Joseph Mait, Predrag Milojkovic
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Patent number: 10802180Abstract: Three or more base optical materials are selectively combined into a trans-gradient index (GRIN) optical element (e.g., a lens). A wavelength-dependent index of refraction for light propagating perpendicular to the three or more optical materials equals: a volume fraction of a first optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the first optical material, plus a volume fraction of a second optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the second optical material, plus one minus the volume fraction of the first optical material and the volume of the second optical material all multiplied by the refractive index of a third optical material. The wavelength-dependent index of refraction distribution and a refractive index dispersion through the GRIN optical element may be independently specified from one another. A local refractive index at any point in the optical element is a fixed function of a refractive index of each individual optical material.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2017Date of Patent: October 13, 2020Assignee: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Guy Beadie, Richard Flynn, James S. Shirk, Joseph Mait, Predrag Milojkovic
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Patent number: 10768344Abstract: A virtual reality headset incorporating gradient refractive index (GRIN) lenses within the optical blocks thereof. Optical blocks of varying size and position are used. GRIN lenses are fabricated to fit within the optical block and are shaped to possess desired application-specific characteristics such as having one or more diffractive surfaces.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2018Date of Patent: September 8, 2020Assignee: PEAK NANO OPTICS LLCInventors: Howard Fein, Michael Ponting, Richard Flynn, Jame “Chad” C. Lewis, James Welsh
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Publication number: 20190056537Abstract: A virtual reality headset incorporating gradient refractive index (GRIN) lenses within the optical blocks thereof. Optical blocks of varying size and position are used. GRIN lenses are fabricated to fit within the optical block and are shaped to possess desired application-specific characteristics such as having one or more diffractive surfaces.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2018Publication date: February 21, 2019Inventors: HOWARD FEIN, MICHAEL PONTING, RICHARD FLYNN, JAME C. "CHAD" LEWIS, JAMES WELSH
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Publication number: 20180106931Abstract: Three or more base optical materials are selectively combined into a trans-gradient index (GRIN) optical element (e.g., a lens). A wavelength-dependent index of refraction for light propagating perpendicular to the three or more optical materials equals: a volume fraction of a first optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the first optical material, plus a volume fraction of a second optical material multiplied by a refractive index of the second optical material, plus one minus the volume fraction of the first optical material and the volume of the second optical material all multiplied by the refractive index of a third optical material. The wavelength-dependent index of refraction distribution and a refractive index dispersion through the GRIN optical element may be independently specified from one another. A local refractive index at any point in the optical element is a fixed function of a refractive index of each individual optical material.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2017Publication date: April 19, 2018Applicant: The Government of the United States of America, as represented by the Secretary of the NavyInventors: Guy Beadie, Richard Flynn, James S. Shirk, Joseph Mait, Predrag Milojkovic
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Patent number: 9038426Abstract: A manacle configured to detain or arrest a person by placing pressure on a spring-loaded handle which closes a clamp. The clamp dynamically adjusts to the wrist size of a target individual or subject. When the clamp is open, the first end and the second end are systematically disposed on either side. When the clamp is closed around the wrist of an individual, they provide a maximum gripping force capable of detaining the individual from movement. Furthermore, the ratchet portion of the tool allows for the device to close around a wrist in an adjustable fashion, meaning the tool will automatically adjust to the circumference of an individual's wrist upon deployment.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2013Date of Patent: May 26, 2015Inventor: Richard Flynn
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Publication number: 20150068256Abstract: A manacle configured to detain or arrest a person by placing pressure on a spring-loaded handle which closes a clamp. The clamp dynamically adjusts to the wrist size of a target individual or subject. When the clamp is open, the first end and the second end are systematically disposed on either side. When the clamp is closed around the wrist of an individual, they provide a maximum gripping force capable of detaining the individual from movement. Furthermore, the ratchet portion of the tool allows for the device to close around a wrist in an adjustable fashion, meaning the tool will automatically adjust to the circumference of an individual's wrist upon deployment.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2013Publication date: March 12, 2015Inventor: Richard Flynn
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Patent number: 8831788Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus for maintaining stable conditions within a power grid are provided. A local device that includes one or more computer processors may identify one or more power sources associated with a structure. The local device may additionally monitor one or more parameters associated with a power grid configured to supply power to the structure. Based at least in part on the monitoring, the local device may identify a power grid fluctuation. Based at least in part on the identification of the power grid fluctuation, the local device may adjust operation of at least one power source included in the one or more identified power sources.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2011Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Byron Richard Flynn, Kenneth James Caird
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Publication number: 20120271470Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatus for maintaining stable conditions within a power grid are provided. A local device that includes one or more computer processors may identify one or more power sources associated with a structure. The local device may additionally monitor one or more parameters associated with a power grid configured to supply power to the structure. Based at least in part on the monitoring, the local device may identify a power grid fluctuation. Based at least in part on the identification of the power grid fluctuation, the local device may adjust operation of at least one power source included in the one or more identified power sources.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2011Publication date: October 25, 2012Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANYInventors: Byron Richard Flynn, Kenneth James Caird
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Patent number: 8051049Abstract: A system for providing enhanced matching for database queries. The system includes a data source; a data repository comprising a single-sourced reference file; a database comprising a multi-sourced reference file, the multi-sourced reference file having a first unique business identification number corresponding to a business entity; and an intelligence engine processing incoming data from the data source. The intelligence engine determines whether the incoming data matches the multi-sourced reference file and adds the data to the multi-sourced reference file when the data matches the multi-sourced reference file. The intelligence engine also determines whether the incoming data matches a single-sourced reference file contained within the data repository when the data does not match the multi-sourced reference file.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2006Date of Patent: November 1, 2011Assignee: The Dun & Bradstreet CorporationInventors: Rich Remington, Pam Malene, Mia Morgan, Linda Rose, Sandy Stoker, Dan Wadding, Jeff Brill, Richard Flynn, Art Husk, Marie Panas, Larry Skahill, Sean Carolon
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Publication number: 20070265995Abstract: A system for providing enhanced matching for database queries. The system includes a data source; a data repository comprising a single-sourced reference file; a database comprising a multi-sourced reference file, the multi-sourced reference file having a first unique business identification number corresponding to a business entity; and an intelligence engine processing incoming data from the data source. The intelligence engine determines whether the incoming data matches the multi-sourced reference file and adds the data to the multi-sourced reference file when the data matches the multi-sourced reference file. The intelligence engine also determines whether the incoming data matches a single-sourced reference file contained within the data repository when the data does not match the multi-sourced reference file.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2006Publication date: November 15, 2007Inventors: Rich Remington, Pam Malene, Mia Morgan, Linda Rose, Sandy Stoker, Dan Wadding, Jeff Brill, Richard Flynn, Art Husk, Marie Panas, Larry Skahill, Sean Carolan
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Publication number: 20070178304Abstract: Tow of substantially continuous ceramic oxide fibers having a sizing material. Tows according to the present invention are useful, for example, for making metal matrix wires.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2006Publication date: August 2, 2007Inventors: Larry Visser, Richard Flynn, Carol-Lynn Spawn
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Publication number: 20070128557Abstract: A phototool having a fluorinated phosph(on)ate coating and methods of using the phototool.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2007Publication date: June 7, 2007Inventors: David Lu, Mark Pellerite, Richard Flynn
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Publication number: 20070054186Abstract: An electrolyte composition includes (a) a solvent composition including at least one hydrofluoroether compound, the hydrofluoroether compound including two terminal fluoroalkyl groups and an intervening substituted or unsubstituted oxymethylene group, each of the fluoroalkyl groups including only one hydrogen atom and, optionally, at least one catenated (that is, in-chain) heteroatom, with the proviso that, when the oxymethylene group is unsubstituted, at least one of the terminal fluoroalkyl groups is branched and/or includes at least one catenated heteroatom; and (b) at least one electrolyte salt.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 5, 2006Publication date: March 8, 2007Inventors: Michael Costello, Richard Flynn, Haruki Segawa
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Publication number: 20070051916Abstract: A hydrofluoroether compound comprises two terminal fluoroalkyl groups and an intervening substituted or unsubstituted oxymethylene group, each of the fluoroalkyl groups comprising only one hydrogen atom and, optionally, at least one catenated (that is, in-chain) heteroatom; with the proviso that the hydrogen atom is part of a monofluoromethylene moiety.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2005Publication date: March 8, 2007Inventors: Richard Flynn, Michael Costello
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Publication number: 20070048673Abstract: Perfluoropolyether benzotriazole compounds and compositions containing perfluoropolyether benzotriazole compounds are provided. The perfluoropolyether benzotriazole compounds can be attached to a substrate having a metal or metal oxide-containing surface to provide at least one of the following characteristics: anti-soiling, anti-staining, ease of cleaning, repellency, hydrophobicity, or oleophobicity.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2006Publication date: March 1, 2007Inventors: Richard Flynn, Naiyong Jing, Mark Pellerite
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Publication number: 20070025902Abstract: A process for the recovery of fluorinated carboxylic acid or derivative thereof from adsorbent particles on which fluorinated carboxylic acid or a salt thereof is adsorbed. The process includes contacting the adsorbent particles with a liquid composition capable of removing at least part of the fluorinated carboxylic acid or salt thereof from the adsorbent particles. The fluorinated carboxylic acid or salt thereof is selected from the group consisting of fluorinated carboxylic acids or salts thereof that correspond to the general formula: [RfO-L-COO?]iXi+??(I) wherein L represents a linear partially or fully fluorinated alkylene group or an aliphatic hydrocarbon group, Rf represents a linear partially or fully fluorinated aliphatic group or a linear partially or fully fluorinated aliphatic group interrupted with one or more oxygen atoms, Xi? represents a cation having the valence i and i is 1, 2 or 3.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2006Publication date: February 1, 2007Inventors: Klaus Hintzer, Michael Jurgens, Harald Kaspar, Herbert Koenigsmann, Kai Lochhaas, Andreas Maurer, Werner Schwertfeger, Tilman Zipplies, George Moore, Jay Schulz, Richard Flynn
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Publication number: 20070027251Abstract: A method for removing a fluorinated carboxylic acid or salt thereof from an aqueous liquid by contacting the aqueous liquid with adsorbent particles.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2006Publication date: February 1, 2007Inventors: Klaus Hintzer, Michael Jurgens, Harald Kaspar, Herbert Koenigsmann, Kai Lochhaas, Andreas Maurer, Werner Schwertfeger, Tilman Zipplies, George Moore, Jay Schulz, Richard Flynn
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Patent number: D1019932Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2021Date of Patent: March 26, 2024Assignee: Monash UniversityInventors: Richard Morfuni, Daphne Flynn, Rowan Page, Mark C. Armstrong, Tuncay Alan, Jason Brenker