Patents by Inventor Richard Lien

Richard Lien 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).

  • Patent number: 11930376
    Abstract: A method for constructing and implementing a small cell is disclosed herein. The method includes capturing data and developing a model of the small cell; obtaining and validating a bill of materials for the small cell; identifying type, quantity, and location of materials for acquisition; coordinating utilities for the small cell with utility providers; and developing a project plan for the small cell and including with the model.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Assignee: ETAK Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Patent number: 11184780
    Abstract: A method for preparing and vetting a small cell for implementation is disclosed herein. The method includes assessing the small cell and a location for the small cell for one or more of compliance with leasing, zoning, and permitting prior to initiating construction planning; obtaining data from the location utilizing one or more data capture techniques and utilizing the data for generating a model based thereon; identifying construction obstacles and flaws utilizing the model; re-designing the small cell based on the construction obstacles and flaws; and developing a project plan for the small cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2021
    Assignee: ETAK Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Patent number: 11082865
    Abstract: A method for scheduling construction of a small cell is described herein. The method includes, subsequent to development of a model of the small cell, developing a draft schedule comprising a matrix including an order of when each task for construction of the small cell is to be completed; vetting and testing the draft schedule for flow continuity and for viability of meeting deadlines outlined therein; generating a revised schedule from the draft schedule based on the vetting and testing of the draft schedule; and publishing the final schedule with the model of the small cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: ETAK Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Patent number: 10893419
    Abstract: A method for coordinating initiation of a small cell is disclosed herein. The method includes receiving construction plans and other project details for the small cell. The method also includes performing an initial site visit. The method further includes ensuring the construction plans match field conditions and identifying any obstacles to the installation of the small cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2021
    Assignee: ETAK Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Publication number: 20200288330
    Abstract: A method for constructing and implementing a small cell is disclosed herein. The method includes capturing data and developing a model of the small cell; obtaining and validating a bill of materials for the small cell; identifying type, quantity, and location of materials for acquisition; coordinating utilities for the small cell with utility providers; and developing a project plan for the small cell and including with the model.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Publication number: 20200288329
    Abstract: A method for scheduling construction of a small cell is described herein. The method includes, subsequent to development of a model of the small cell, developing a draft schedule comprising a matrix including an order of when each task for construction of the small cell is to be completed; vetting and testing the draft schedule for flow continuity and for viability of meeting deadlines outlined therein; generating a revised schedule from the draft schedule based on the vetting and testing of the draft schedule; and publishing the final schedule with the model of the small cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Publication number: 20200288328
    Abstract: A method for preparing and vetting a small cell for implementation is disclosed herein. The method includes assessing the small cell and a location for the small cell for one or more of compliance with leasing, zoning, and permitting prior to initiating construction planning; obtaining data from the location utilizing one or more data capture techniques and utilizing the data for generating a model based thereon; identifying construction obstacles and flaws utilizing the model; re-designing the small cell based on the construction obstacles and flaws; and developing a project plan for the small cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Publication number: 20200260297
    Abstract: A method for coordinating initiation of a small cell is disclosed herein. The method includes receiving construction plans and other project details for the small cell. The method also includes performing an initial site visit. The method further includes ensuring the construction plans match field conditions and identifying any obstacles to the installation of the small cell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2020
    Publication date: August 13, 2020
    Inventors: Lee Priest, Richard Lien
  • Publication number: 20160066669
    Abstract: Provided is a luggage cover having a front, rear, top and a pair of opposing side walls defining an interior volume and having an open bottom. The open bottom can be placed around the top of a luggage container and pulled thereover, wherein the luggage cover is stretchable and fits snugly thereon in a sleeve-like manner and will not slip therefrom. A first indicia is disposed on the front wall thereof and a second indicia is disposed on the rear wall thereof, wherein the indicia displays front and rear views of a single image. The first and second indicia enable the user to readily identify one's luggage while traveling. The luggage cover is padded to prevent scuffs and scratches from forming on the luggage container and absorb impact in order to protect the contents therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2015
    Publication date: March 10, 2016
    Inventor: Richard Lien