Patents by Inventor Richard Miller

Richard Miller 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).

Method and apparatus for a hybrid phase lock loop frequency synthesizer

Patent number: 7180377

Abstract: A hybrid frequency synthesizer includes an analog phase lock loop (PLL), a digital PLL, and a control circuit to control an output oscillator. The control circuit assigns control of the output oscillator between the analog PLL and/or the digital PLL depending on a state of lock of the analog PLL and/or the digital PLL. During a frequency acquisition mode, the digital PLL provides a coarse control of the output oscillator. During a phase capture mode, the analog PLL provides a fine control and the digital PLL provides a coarse control of the output oscillator. During the phase capture mode, the analog PLL control signal and the digital PLL control signal may be given a percentage of control over the output oscillator depending on the state of lock of the analog PLL and/or the digital PLL. During a phase lock mode, the analog PLL controls the output oscillator.

Type: Grant

Filed: January 18, 2005

Date of Patent: February 20, 2007

Assignee: Silicon Clocks Inc.

Inventors: Colin Wai Mun Leong, Jagdeep Singh Bal, Richard Miller
Integrated circuit and method for manufacturing

Publication number: 20070026548

Abstract: A semiconductor structure, fluid ejection device, and methods for manufacturing the same are provided, such that a contact to a substrate is formed from a conductive layer.

Type: Application

Filed: September 29, 2006

Publication date: February 1, 2007

Inventors: Simon Dodd, S. Wang, Dennis Tom, Frank Bryant, Terry McMahon, Richard Miller, Gregory Hindman
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM USING RFID TAGS TO AID IN DISPENSING AND RESTOCKING INVENTORY

Publication number: 20070023512

Abstract: An inventory management system is provided that utilizes radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to drive RFID tags to provide a notification signal, such as by illuminating light emitting diodes (LEDs) embodied by the RFID tags. The RFID tags may be placed on medication bins within a pharmacy pick-station in order to indicate which medication to select for processing an order or in which medication bin to place a particular medication being restocked. A method and computer program product for managing inventory, as well as an automated dispensing cabinet are further provided.

Type: Application

Filed: June 9, 2006

Publication date: February 1, 2007

Applicant: MCKESSON AUTOMATION INC.

Inventors: Richard Miller, Manoj Wangu, Bruce Thompson, Patrick Braun, Russell Gadagno, Robert Meek
Brake condition monitoring

Publication number: 20070007088

Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the applications of carbon-carbon brakes of an aircraft to determine brake condition and operate a brake maintenance program or charge a brake system user. The system and method includes monitoring each actuation of the brakes and making a separate record of each actuation of the brakes in which there is relative movement of the facing friction surfaces that cause wear, and from that separate record determining brake usage. The monitoring may include measuring changes and processing the signals to distinguish between those which fall below and those which are above a threshold value. The method and system may comprise sensing a plurality of braking parameters having values dependent upon the wear in the system and different faults of the system, and identifying and recording wear and faults based on combinations of values of the parameters.

Type: Application

Filed: April 26, 2006

Publication date: January 11, 2007

Applicant: Dunlop Aerospace Limited

Inventors: Richard Miller, Ross Marshall, David Bailey, Nicholas Griffin
Glass package that is hermetically sealed with a frit and method of fabrication

Publication number: 20070007894

Abstract: A hermetically sealed glass package and method for manufacturing the hermetically sealed glass package are described herein using an OLED display as an example. Basically, the hermetically sealed OLED display is manufactured by providing a first substrate plate and a second substrate plate and depositing a frit onto the second substrate plate. OLEDs are deposited on the first substrate plate. An irradiation source (e.g., laser, infrared light) is then used to heat the frit which melts and forms a hermetic seal that connects the first substrate plate to the second substrate plate and also protects the OLEDs. The frit is glass that was doped with at least one transition metal and possibly a CTE lowering filler such that when the irradiation source heats the frit, it softens and forms a bond. This enables the frit to melt and form the hermetic seal while avoiding thermal damage to the OLEDs.

Type: Application

Filed: September 15, 2006

Publication date: January 11, 2007

Inventors: Bruce Aitken, Joel Carberry, Steven DeMartino, Henry Hagy, Lisa Lamberson, Richard Miller, Robert Morena, Joseph Schroeder, Alexander Streltsov, Sujanto Widjaja
Method and apparatus for improved inverse transform calculation

Publication number: 20070003153

Abstract: A method is provided for determining, from DCT coded data used in MPEG video coding, the number of bits required to represent an output value which would be obtained after an inverse transform is performed on said transform coded data. The method comprises obtaining a sum of coefficient values within said transform coded data (204) and comparing this sum to a predetermined threshold value (206). As a consequence of said comparison a processor decides which inverse transform implementation, out of a number of pre-determined implementations, should be performed when decoding said transform-coded (208,210). For example, eight bit-processing routines may be used, which are more economic than nine bit routines if the sum is less than a threshold value.

Type: Application

Filed: September 29, 2004

Publication date: January 4, 2007

Applicant: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.

Inventor: Richard Miller-Smith
Ice making machine, evaporator assembly for an ice making machine, and method of manufacturing same

Publication number: 20060288725

Abstract: An ice-making machine having an ice-forming surface upon which ice is formed, a refrigeration system including a microchannel evaporator that cools the ice-forming surface, and a water-supply system. The microchannel evaporator includes a microchannel tube that facilitates a distributed cooling effect in a contact area between the microchannel tube and the ice-forming surface. In some embodiments, the microchannel tube includes a series of recessed portions that define insulated regions and divide the tube into non-insulated regions. The insulated and non-insulated regions can be dimensioned to form individual ice cubes on the ice-forming surface. In other embodiments, spaces between microchannel tubes and/or spaces between the ice-forming surface and microchannel tubes can form insulated regions at least partially defining the size and shape of ice produced by the ice-making machine.

Type: Application

Filed: June 22, 2006

Publication date: December 28, 2006

Inventors: Charles Schlosser, Richard Miller, Daryl Erbs, Gregory Krcma
Method and apparatus for processing image data

Publication number: 20060291560

Abstract: An MPEG decoder (100-180) can use different formats (linear tiled etc) for image data memory (150) for reference pictures when decoding subsequent pictures. Each format brings advantages and disadvantages. The disclosure illustrates that it is possible for different video sequences to have characteristics which match one image buffer format well, but not another, for example where there is a lot of motion or only a little motion between images. Advantageously, the decoder employs a parameterised image buffer format and analysis of the incoming stream and/or measured decoding performance (190) so as to dynamically choose (90, 160, 170) the best image buffer format for the current part of a stream. Cache control features can also be controlled (198) to suit the particular data received.

Type: Application

Filed: October 1, 2004

Publication date: December 28, 2006

Inventors: David Penna, Richard Miller-Smith, Collin King
Image control system

Publication number: 20060250355

Abstract: An image control system for controlling a menu on a display, comprises a menu arranged as a plurality of simultaneously displayed menu items in a loop and a selector (12) to select an item from the menu, the loop and the selector being moveable with respect to each other. A user input device (4) comprises a control device (6; 16) to generate a control signal to move the loop and the selector (12) relative to each other. The control device (6; 16) has a loop configuration, with movement around the loop of the control device causing corresponding relative movement between the selector (12) and the loop of the menu. Correlation between the loop configuration of the control device and the loop of menu items enables a user to intuitively navigate around a menu of items and select a desired one.

Type: Application

Filed: July 5, 2006

Publication date: November 9, 2006

Inventor: Richard Miller-Smith
Interface to integrated switch control software

Patent number: 7133517

Abstract: An interface to integrated switch control software includes a front-end interface coupled to a network; a back-end interface coupled to the integrated switch control software; and an interface control component that manages implementing requests from the network with the integrated switch control software. A method of interfacing to integrated switch control software includes coupling a front-end interface to a network; coupling a back-end interface to integrated switch control software; and managing the implementation of requests from the network with the integrated switch control software.

Type: Grant

Filed: June 4, 2002

Date of Patent: November 7, 2006

Assignee: Network Telco, Inc.

Inventors: Bob Pinckney, Richard Miller
Combination floor extender and loading ramp

Publication number: 20060226673

Abstract: A slidably moving floor attachment for elongating the cargo area of a vehicle which may be further extended with the rear portion lowered to the ground forming a ramp. In the partially extended position the exposed floor is used to carry cargo while the unexposed portion contained in a housing is the weight bearing factor. This may be an aftermarket device attached to the top portion of a vehicle floor or built into the floor structure. The rearward extending floor panel used in a vehicle with dual horizontally hung doors in an open position may serve as the sides of the newly formed cargo area. A hinged rear gate attached to the rear portion of the floor panel and stowed in a locked position under the floor panel may swing to a vertical position and lock to the vehicles doors to form exterior walls of the newly formed cargo area.

Type: Application

Filed: April 4, 2006

Publication date: October 12, 2006

Inventor: Richard Miller
Methods related to the treatment of mucosal associated conditions

Publication number: 20060216333

Abstract: Using interrupted delivery of IRMs by intermittently applying an IRM to a mucosal surface it is possible to achieve therapeutic levels and durations of cytokine induction, while substantially reducing irritation side effects.

Type: Application

Filed: September 1, 2004

Publication date: September 28, 2006

Inventors: Richard Miller, David Ma
Process for chemically aging certain wood species

Publication number: 20060216425

Abstract: A process for accelerating the natural aging and darkening of certain reddish-brown tropical wood products. The process uses a chemical solution of potassium dichromate in isopropyl alcohol, which is applied to the surfaces of the wood products. After the chemical reaction has occurred the wood is dried. The resulting wood color is both stable and permanent.

Type: Application

Filed: March 23, 2005

Publication date: September 28, 2006

Inventors: Richard Neelley, Richard Miller
BRAKE CONDITION MONITORING

Publication number: 20060191751

Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the usage of brake members of an aircraft braking system. The system makes a separate record of each brake actuation in which there is relative movement of the brake member's facing friction surfaces which causes wear, determines the types of brake usage and operates a pricing/payment scheme to charge for brake usage.

Type: Application

Filed: May 16, 2006

Publication date: August 31, 2006

Applicant: DUNLOP AEROSPACE LIMITED

Inventors: Richard Miller, Ross Marshall, David Bailey, Nicholas Griffin
Apparatus and method for processing hot melt adhesives

Publication number: 20060182887

Abstract: A thermoplastic material processing method and system including an integrated melting, pressurizing and dispensing unit and a regulated feed supply system to improve overall performance by only heating the amount of material needed and minimizing the time it is at raised temperatures. The system includes a compact heat exchanger consisting of a plurality of thin heater plates arranged primarily parallel and spaced closely together to form small spaces therebetween. This puts all thermoplastic material in close proximity with the heated surfaces thus improving the overall melting process. The heat exchanger can include heater plates arranged in a radial or fan orientation and a grid of thin heated fins set within a heated enclosure.

Type: Application

Filed: February 17, 2005

Publication date: August 17, 2006

Inventor: Scott Richard Miller
Image projection device and method

Publication number: 20060181682

Abstract: A device for forming an image on a screen is described that comprises a coherent illumination means, an electrically addressed spatial light modulator means located in the path of light from the coherent illumination means, means for producing computer generated hologram images for display on the electrically addressed spatial light modulator means, and optics to direct light diffracted by the electrically addressed spatial light modulator means to the screen. The device is arranged so that a computer generated image or images displayed by the electrically addressed spatial light modulator means result in a two dimensional image being formed at the screen.

Type: Application

Filed: January 19, 2004

Publication date: August 17, 2006

Inventor: Richard Miller
Hybrid analog/digital phase lock loop frequency synthesizer

Patent number: 7084709

Abstract: A hybrid frequency synthesizer includes an analog phase lock loop (PLL), a PLL, and a control circuit to control an output oscillator. The control circuit combines a control signal from the analog PLL with a control signal from the digital PLL to form a composite control signal. The composite control signal is conditioned depending on a state of lock of the analog PLL and/or the digital PLL. The composite signal controls the phase and frequency of the output oscillator. The analog control signal and the digital PLL control signal may be given a percentage of over the hybrid frequency synthesizer depending on the state of lock of the PLL and/or the digital PLL. The composite control signal provides both rapid, accurate, and robust acquisition by the digital PLL, and a smooth transition thereafter to low noise phase lock by the analog PLL.

Type: Grant

Filed: November 19, 2004

Date of Patent: August 1, 2006

Inventors: Colin Wai Mun Leong, Richard Miller, Jagdeep Singh Bal
Method for treating neurologic diseases

Publication number: 20060160784

Abstract: Disclosed herein are texaphyrin-metal complexes, compositions comprising such complexes, pharmaceutical formulations comprising such complexes, and methods for treating neurologic diseases, disorders and conditions and or free-radical associated diseases, disorders and conditions using such complexes, compositions and pharmaceutical formulations.

Type: Application

Filed: January 19, 2006

Publication date: July 20, 2006

Inventors: Darren Magda, Richard Miller
Poultry processing water recovery and re-use process

Patent number: 7077967

Abstract: The inventions of the present disclosure are directed to processes designed to recover water used in certain aspects of the processing of poultry, treat the recovered water to remove solids, fats, oils and greases, animal proteins and pathogenic organisms and to reuse the treated water for poultry processing operations. The processes described herein reduce bacteria and microorganisms associated with the poultry and reuse water. The present disclosure can be employed with an approach that includes unexpected positive results of reacting ozone and chlorine with water being treated for reuse to generate hypochlorous acid and/or other effective biocides. Ozone reacts with fats, oils, and greases, dissolved in the reuse water, to produce specific surface-active agents and surfactants which reduce the surface tension of the water which it is dissolved.

Type: Grant

Filed: January 11, 2002

Date of Patent: July 18, 2006

Assignee: Zentox Corporation

Inventors: Michael Perkins, Joe Phillips, Dale Gann, Richard Miller, William McGrane
Sculpting kit

Publication number: 20060154214

Abstract: A sculpture kit includes a three-dimensional armature which has a head, eye indentations, an upper jaw and a lower jaw that is connected to the upper jaw with a hinge. Modeling clay, appendages, eyeballs and other details are attached to the armature to create the sculpture. The clay may be baked to harden and thereafter paint is applied to create a sculptured head. A fitting is connected to the bottom of the armature to assist with mounting the finished sculpture to a base or connector.

Type: Application

Filed: December 9, 2005

Publication date: July 13, 2006

Inventors: Richard Miller, Erik Jensen

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