Patents by Inventor Richard Monroe
Richard Monroe 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: 11963691Abstract: A surgical instrument, has an end effector that includes an ultrasonic blade, and a clamp arm that moves relative to the ultrasonic blade from an opened position toward an intermediate position and a closed position. The clamp arm is offset from the ultrasonic blade to define a predetermined gap in the intermediate position between the opened position and the closed position. A clamp arm actuator connects to the clamp arm and moves from an opened configuration to a closed configuration to direct the clamp arm from the opened position toward the intermediate position and the closed position. A spacer connects with the clamp arm to inhibit movement of the clamp arm from the intermediate position toward the closed position for maintaining the predetermined gap between the clamp arm and the ultrasonic blade.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2020Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Assignee: Cilag GmbH InternationalInventors: Ryan M. Asher, Brian D. Black, John E. Brady, Joseph Dennis, Geni M. Giannotti, Bryce L. Heitman, Timothy S. Holland, Joseph E. Hollo, Andrew Kolpitcke, Amy M. Krumm, Jason R. Lesko, Matthew C. Miller, David A. Monroe, Ion V. Nicolaescu, Rafael J. Ruiz Ortiz, Matthew S. Schneider, Richard C. Smith, Shawn C. Snyder, Sarah A. Worthington, Monica L. Rivard, Fajian Zhang
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Patent number: 10807390Abstract: A pivot mechanism for a printer is provided, the pivot mechanism comprising a pivot base and two oppositely disposed side walls extending perpendicular to the pivot base. An arched slot may be provided in each side wall. Each slot may have at least two notches, each notch defining different positions of the pivot mechanism. Two lever arms may be provided, each of the two lever arms comprising a first end and a second end, with a connecting rod connecting the first ends of the lever arms together. A locking pin may be disposed on the second end of each of the lever arms. Each of the locking pins may extend into a corresponding one of the slots and engage with a corresponding notch. A pivot rod extends through the lever arms and into or through the side walls. The printer housing is adapted to pivot on the pivot rod.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2018Date of Patent: October 20, 2020Assignee: TransAct Technologies IncorporatedInventors: Bruce Harris, David Weeks, Richard A. Monroe
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Patent number: 10768772Abstract: Techniques for context-aware recommendations of relevant presentation content are disclosed. In some configurations, the techniques involve the processing of contextual data from one or more resources to dynamically direct a presentation. A computing device can receive contextual data from one or more resources. The contextual data can be processed to select one or more sections of content data, e.g., a slide of a slide deck or a page of document. The computing device can then cause a display of the one or more sections on one or more devices. In some configurations, a hardware display surface can be configured to provide a real-world view of an object, e.g., a model or other item that may be related to the presentation, through the hardware display surface while also providing a display of the one or more sections of the presenter's material.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2015Date of Patent: September 8, 2020Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLCInventors: Travis William Steiner, Shannon Richard Monroe, Emiko Valiane Charbonneau, Michal Hlavac, Brian Murphy, David M. Hill, Jia Wang
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Patent number: 10344955Abstract: A dynamic light display frame that is a specialty manufactured plastic frame using lockable telescoping sides and an inset track for temporary bulb fixation by utilizing strut spacing and materials for friction creation. This inset track system can be modified during manufacturing to accept numerous bulb bases for a variety of intended uses. This track holds the light bulb base spacing and position thereby providing for maximal aesthetic presentation of lighting.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2016Date of Patent: July 9, 2019Assignee: AVERY BUSINESS GROUP INC.Inventors: Richard Monroe Avery, Benjamin Franklin Avery
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Publication number: 20190135000Abstract: A pivot mechanism for a printer is provided, the pivot mechanism comprising a pivot base and two oppositely disposed side walls extending perpendicular to the pivot base. An arched slot may be provided in each side wall. Each slot may have at least two notches, each notch defining different positions of the pivot mechanism. Two lever arms may be provided, each of the two lever arms comprising a first end and a second end, with a connecting rod connecting the first ends of the lever arms together. A locking pin may be disposed on the second end of each of the lever arms. Each of the locking pins may extend into a corresponding one of the slots and engage with a corresponding notch. A pivot rod extends through the lever arms and into or through the side walls. The printer housing is adapted to pivot on the pivot rod.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2018Publication date: May 9, 2019Inventors: Bruce Harris, David Weeks, Richard A. Monroe
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Publication number: 20180073708Abstract: A dynamic light display frame that is a specialty manufactured plastic frame using lockable telescoping sides and an inset track for temporary bulb fixation by utilizing strut spacing and materials for friction creation. This inset track system can be modified during manufacturing to accept numerous bulb bases for a variety of intended uses. This track holds the light bulb base spacing and position thereby providing for maximal aesthetic presentation of lighting.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2016Publication date: March 15, 2018Inventors: Richard Monroe Avery, Benjamin Franklin Avery
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Publication number: 20170147154Abstract: Techniques for context-aware recommendations of relevant presentation content are disclosed. In some configurations, the techniques involve the processing of contextual data from one or more resources to dynamically direct a presentation. A computing device can receive contextual data from one or more resources. The contextual data can be processed to select one or more sections of content data, e.g., a slide of a slide deck or a page of document. The computing device can then cause a display of the one or more sections on one or more devices. In some configurations, a hardware display surface can be configured to provide a real-world view of an object, e.g., a model or other item that may be related to the presentation, through the hardware display surface while also providing a display of the one or more sections of the presenter's material.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2015Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Travis William Steiner, Shannon Richard Monroe, Emiko Valiane Charbonneau, Michal Hlavac, Brian Murphy, David M. Hill, Jia Wang
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Patent number: 9354670Abstract: A modular device and method are disclosed. The modular device includes individual modular units. A first modular unit includes a pivot member and a connector and a second modular unit includes a matching connector and a first mating point. The first mating point is configured to fit a portion of the pivot member. A third modular unit may also be included, where the third modular unit has a second mating point which is configured to fit another portion of the pivot member. The matched connectors align and connect when the second modular unit is rotated about the pivot member into contact with the first modular unit. The third modular unit can also be rotated about the same pivot member with or without the second modular unit connected. The second and third modular units can be rotated independently and/or removed independently.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2013Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Joshua Paul David DeRosa, Richard A. Monroe, Gerard Frederick Beckhusen, Nicholas Anthony Stancato, Clark Alexander Bendall
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Publication number: 20150055281Abstract: A modular device and method are disclosed. The modular device includes individual modular units. A first modular unit includes a pivot member and a connector and a second modular unit includes a matching connector and a first mating point. The first mating point is configured to fit a portion of the pivot member. A third modular unit may also be included, where the third modular unit has a second mating point which is configured to fit another portion of the pivot member. The matched connectors align and connect when the second modular unit is rotated about the pivot member into contact with the first modular unit. The third modular unit can also be rotated about the same pivot member with or without the second modular unit connected. The second and third modular units can be rotated independently and/or removed independently.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2013Publication date: February 26, 2015Applicant: General Electric CompanyInventors: Joshua Paul David DeRosa, Richard A. Monroe, Gerard Frederick Beckhusen, Nicholas Anthony Stancato, Clark Alexander Bendall
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Patent number: 8961309Abstract: An interactive computerized game system including a visual display, one or more user input devices, and a processor executing software that interacts with the display and input device(s) is disclosed. The software displays images of musical targets on the visual display, the musical targets possibly corresponding to a pre-recorded source of music. At least one of the user input devices is a touchscreen arranged to simulate a portion of a musical instrument. During gameplay, the gameplayer must touch the touchscreen at the appropriate time and/or in the appropriate location in response to the displayed images of musical targets. The system provides a positive indication if the player's input matches the attributes of the displayed musical targets.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2007Date of Patent: February 24, 2015Assignee: Disney Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Derek T. Dutilly, Jonathan Browne, Nikolaus Paul Ingeneri, Shannon Richard Monroe
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Patent number: 8947238Abstract: A system and method for multi-media experience capture and data transfer includes a system for transferring data including a first wireless communication system located on a moveable amusement attraction, a second wireless communication system located on the moveable amusement attraction, and logic to operate the first wireless communication system and the second wireless communication system based on a changeable parameter of the moveable amusement attraction.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2011Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Disney Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: David Canora, Shannon Richard Monroe, Peter Stepniewicz
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Publication number: 20130127589Abstract: A system and method for multi-media experience capture and data transfer includes a system for transferring data including a first wireless communication system located on a moveable amusement attraction, a second wireless communication system located on the moveable amusement attraction, and logic to operate the first wireless communication system and the second wireless communication system based on a changeable parameter of the moveable amusement attraction.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2011Publication date: May 23, 2013Applicant: DISNEY ENTERPRISES, INC. A DELAWARE CORPORATIONInventors: David Canora, Shannon Richard Monroe, Peter Stepniewicz
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Patent number: 7902990Abstract: An industrial inspection handset is disclosed, comprising a battery assembly for providing power to the handset, wherein the battery assembly comprises a connector for connecting a battery charger, a battery circuit for communicating with a processor in the handset, and a battery charge indicator on the surface of the battery assembly connected to the battery circuit for providing a visual indication of the charge remaining in the battery assembly. A method of power management for an industrial inspection handset is also disclosed comprising the steps of setting a first maximum power output value for the camera illumination for the insertion, monitoring an imager signal processor, to determine that the gain value of the image signal processor is less than a predetermined gain value, and setting a lower second maximum power output value for the camera illumination in order to increase the gain value.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2007Date of Patent: March 8, 2011Assignee: GE Inspection Technologies, LPInventors: James J. Delmonico, Thomas W. Karpen, Joseph V. Lopez, Richard A. Monroe, Joshua Lynn Scott
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Patent number: 7627022Abstract: An operator independent, transparent wireless modem management system is disclosed. According to an embodiment of the invention, the modem management system comprises the steps of receiving a short message service message at the wireless modem and examining the short message service message for modem management information. If the short message service message comprises modem management information, then the wireless modem processes the short message service message. A wireless modem for accomplishing the same is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2004Date of Patent: December 1, 2009Assignee: Intel CorporationInventors: Daniel Richard Monroe, Gregory Allan Rea
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Publication number: 20090109045Abstract: An industrial inspection handset is disclosed, comprising a battery assembly for providing power to the handset, wherein the battery assembly comprises a connector for connecting a battery charger, a battery circuit for communicating with a processor in the handset, and a battery charge indicator on the surface of the battery assembly connected to the battery circuit for providing a visual indication of the charge remaining in the battery assembly. A method of power management for an industrial inspection handset is also disclosed comprising the steps of setting a first maximum power output value for the camera illumination for the insertion, monitoring an imager signal processor, to determine that the gain value of the image signal processor is less than a predetermined gain value, and setting a lower second maximum power output value for the camera illumination in order to increase the gain value.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2007Publication date: April 30, 2009Inventors: James J. Delmonico, Thomas W. Karpen, Joseph V. Lopez, Richard A. Monroe, Joshua Lynn Scott
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Publication number: 20080280680Abstract: An interactive computerized game system including a visual display, one or more user input devices, and a processor executing software that interacts with the display and input device(s) is disclosed. The software displays images of musical targets on the visual display, the musical targets possibly corresponding to a pre-recorded source of music. At least one of the user input devices is a touchscreen arranged to simulate a portion of a musical instrument. During gameplay, the gameplayer must touch the touchscreen at the appropriate time and/or in the appropriate location in response to the displayed images of musical targets. The system provides a positive indication if the player's input matches the attributes of the displayed musical targets.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2007Publication date: November 13, 2008Applicant: Disney Enterprises, Inc.Inventors: Derek T. Dutilly, Jonathan Browne, Nikolaus Paul Ingeneri, Shannon Richard Monroe
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Patent number: 6792987Abstract: An automatic splicing apparatus for use in combination with a selected automatic labeling apparatus which uses a sensor and a splicing station through which a first web of stick-on labels passes; a second web of material from a standby roll is held in a ready position for splicing end-to-end with the first web. The first web is stopped and severed at an approximate reference line location, the second web is joined using a splice piece; wherein web feeder continues continuously with uninterrupted operation due to a loose loop located downstream of the splicer permitting splicing the first web to said second web, “on the fly”, that is without reducing the speed of the automatic labeling process during splicing.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2003Date of Patent: September 21, 2004Assignee: PakTech, Inc.Inventor: Richard Monroe
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Publication number: 20040157630Abstract: An operator independent, transparent wireless modem management system is disclosed. According to an embodiment of the invention, the modem management system comprises the steps of receiving a short message service message at the wireless modem and examining the short message service message for modem management information. If the short message service message comprises modem management information, then the wireless modem processes the short message service message. A wireless modem for accomplishing the same is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2004Publication date: August 12, 2004Inventors: Daniel Richard Monroe, Gregory Allan Rea
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Patent number: D727179Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2013Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Nicholas Anthony Stancato, Gerard Frederick Beckhusen, Theodore Alexander Chilek, Joshua Paul David DeRosa, Charles William Fish, III, Richard Monroe
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Patent number: D912043Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2018Date of Patent: March 2, 2021Assignee: TransAct Technologies IncorporatedInventors: Bart C. Shuldman, Donald E. Brooks, Michael Sizer, David E. Weeks, Bruce Harris, Richard A. Monroe, David Block, Miguel Ortiz