Patents by Inventor Richard Olsen
Richard Olsen 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: 20240127650Abstract: A system can include a processor and a computer-readable storage device storing instructions which, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to perform operations. The operations can include receiving an identification of a local device having a control module that manages a reader component and a locking mechanism and transmitting an authorized list to the local device that identifies authorized users that can gain access to the local device via the locking mechanism through interacting with the reader component. The control module on the local device can manage multiple functions of the local device including management of the reader component and the locking mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Ethan Matthew Schwartz, Thomas Richard Olsen, Nisha Khand, Jeffrey Thomas Satwicz, David John Skocypec
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Patent number: 11847875Abstract: A system can include a processor and a computer-readable storage device storing instructions which, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to perform operations. The operations can include receiving an identification of a local device having a control module that manages a reader component and a locking mechanism and transmitting an authorized list to the local device that identifies authorized users that can gain access to the local device via the locking mechanism through interacting with the reader component. The control module on the local device can manage multiple functions of the local device including management of the reader component and the locking mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2021Date of Patent: December 19, 2023Assignee: BIG BELLY LLCInventors: Ethan Matthew Schwartz, Thomas Richard Olsen, Nisha Khand, Jeffrey Thomas Satwicz, David John Skocypec
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Publication number: 20230129047Abstract: A handguard system of a firearm includes a barrel nut, a handguard, and an adjustable barrel nut locking mechanism. The barrel nut is configured to secure a barrel to the firearm. The handguard includes a pathway, which extends transversely across the handguard. The pathway is configured to receive the adjustable barrel nut locking mechanism. The adjustable barrel nut locking mechanism includes a first wedge member, a second wedge member, and a biasing member. The biasing member is configured to connect the first wedge member to the second wedge member. The biasing member is further configured to incrementally bias the first wedge member toward the second wedge member when the biasing member is actuated. As a result, the first wedge member and the second wedge member are tightened about the barrel nut within the handguard.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2022Publication date: April 27, 2023Inventors: Michael Allyn Miller, Richard Olsen
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Publication number: 20220051499Abstract: An example system can include a battery-powered trash compactor or storage device that performs operations including receiving identification information via an external entity from a reader component. The reader component is connected to a control module that manages sensor components or other functions of the battery-powered storage device. The control module also controls a locking mechanism and reader component. Based on the identification information, via the control module, the battery-powered storage device unlocks the locking mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2021Publication date: February 17, 2022Inventors: Ethan Matthew Schwartz, Thomas Richard Olsen, Nisha Khand, Jeffrey Thomas Satwicz, David John Skocypec
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Publication number: 20220051500Abstract: A system can include a processor and a computer-readable storage device storing instructions which, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to perform operations. The operations can include receiving an identification of a local device having a control module that manages a reader component and a locking mechanism and transmitting an authorized list to the local device that identifies authorized users that can gain access to the local device via the locking mechanism through interacting with the reader component. The control module on the local device can manage multiple functions of the local device including management of the reader component and the locking mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2021Publication date: February 17, 2022Inventors: Ethan Matthew Schwartz, Thomas Richard Olsen, Nisha Khand, Jeffrey Thomas Satwicz, David John Skocypec
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Publication number: 20220051502Abstract: A pair of devices includes a first device and a second device that communicate lock control signals. The first device can have both a reader component and a control module that controls both (1) a first operation of the first device (such as a sensor control) and (2) a first locking component of the first device for accessing a first door of the first device. A second device can be in communication with the first device. The second device can have a second locking component for the second device for accessing a second door of the second device. The second device in one aspect does not having a reader component or a control module that independently controls the second locking component.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2021Publication date: February 17, 2022Inventors: Ethan Matthew Schwartz, Thomas Richard Olsen, Nisha Khand, Jeffrey Thomas Satwicz, David John Skocypec
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Patent number: 10889509Abstract: A fluid disinfection device is provided for integration into a high flow rate, controlled pressure, closed recirculation system, the device for disinfecting medical devices and lines in the system using high intensity UV-C light. A method of disinfecting a high flow rate, controlled pressure, closed recirculation system that includes a medical device is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2018Date of Patent: January 12, 2021Assignees: EBBTIDES MEDICAL INC, DOMINION INVESTMENTS LLCInventors: Steven Tymchuk, Richard Olsen, Steve Hansen
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Publication number: 20180354814Abstract: A fluid disinfection device is provided for integration into a high flow rate, controlled pressure, closed recirculation system, the device for disinfecting medical devices and lines in the system using high intensity UV-C light. A method of disinfecting a high flow rate, controlled pressure, closed recirculation system that includes a medical device is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2018Publication date: December 13, 2018Applicant: EBBTIDES MEDICAL INC.Inventors: Steven TYMCHUK, Richard OLSEN, Steve HANSEN
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Publication number: 20160356265Abstract: In an embodiment of the invention, a non-rotating wind energy generator uses the fluid flow principles of vortex shedding and transverse galloping to generate oscillatory motion of a beam, and alternators, optionally located near both ends of the beam, generate electrical power when the beam is in motion.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2016Publication date: December 8, 2016Inventors: Thomas Richard OLSEN, Dylan THORP, Liam BYERS, Mitchell NOAH, Evan WEINER, Mohammad TASLIM
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Publication number: 20160201646Abstract: Aspects of the invention relate to a control system for a non-rotating wind energy generator. The control system can comprise a sensor that senses at least one of: an amplitude of oscillation of a bluff body of the non-rotating wind energy generator, a power output of a linear alternator system of the non-rotating wind energy generator, a voltage output of the linear alternator system of the non-rotating wind energy generator, and a current output of the linear alternator system of the non-rotating wind energy generator. Additionally, the control system can comprise a damper that applies a damping force to the bluff body based in part on at least one of the amplitude, the voltage output, the current output, and the power output.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2014Publication date: July 14, 2016Inventors: Thomas Richard OLSEN, Jesse C. PHILLIPS, Jeremy J.M. PAPADOPOULOS, Nicolas D. ALLIEN, David ST. JEAN
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Publication number: 20100208100Abstract: There are many, many inventions described herein. In one aspect, what is disclosed is a digital camera including a plurality of arrays of photo detectors, including a first array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a first wavelength and a second array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a second wavelength. The digital camera further may also include a first lens disposed in an optical path of the first array of photo detectors, wherein the first lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the first wavelength, and a second lens disposed in with an optical path of the second array of photo detectors wherein the second lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the second wavelength.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2007Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventors: Richard Olsen, Darryl Sato, Borden Moller, Olivera Vitomirov, Jeffrey Brady, Ferry Gunawan, Remzi Oten, Feng-Qing Sun, James Gates
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Publication number: 20090302205Abstract: An imager apparatus and methods are described. An embodiment of an imager module includes a plurality of groups of optical lenses, a lens frame, and at least one associated lens barrel configured to position and hold the plurality of groups of optical lenses. At least one of the groups of optical lenses is movable with respect to at least one other group of optical lenses for achieving optical focus. The imager module includes an integrated circuit (IC) imager die in proximity to the plurality of lenses, the imager die containing at least one image capture microelectronic device. The imager module includes a modular frame assembly that contains a first portion that holds a plurality of lens barrels, each containing one or more focusing lenses, and a second portion that supports the first portion at a specific distance from the substrate being imaged. The lens barrels are each responsive to different wavelengths or bands of wavelengths.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2007Publication date: December 10, 2009Inventors: Richard Olsen, Darryl Sato, Jeffrey Brady, James Gates, Han Tai
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Patent number: 7515371Abstract: A technique for de-gaussing the pole tips and yoke of a write transducer in a perpendicular magnetic recording system is provided. An oscillator in the read channel is configured to produce an adjustable signal pattern output to the preamplifier when a write operation ends for a given time and at a predetermined frequency, such that as the preamplifier write current decays, it decays with transitions (polarity reversals). This results in a decaying AC field being applied to the write transducer at the end of a media write operation, effectively de-gaussing it and reducing the effects of remanent magnetization remaining in the poles and yoke of the magnetic recording head after a write current is turned off. This defeats a potential pole tip lockup or yoke lockup circumstance in the magnetic recording media which can result in an inability to write further data or a possible erasure of valid data on the hard disk with which the write head is associated.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2006Date of Patent: April 7, 2009Assignee: Maxtor CorporationInventors: Bruce Buch, Michael Mallary, Richard Olsen
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Patent number: 7444757Abstract: Disclosed is an alignment tool. A body of the alignment tool fits into a turret block, while a head holds a machine-tool. During the alignment process, the head and body are allowed to move relative to one another in two dimensions perpendicular to an axis of rotation of a spindle. To align the alignment tool, a workpiece is inserted into the spindle. As the workpiece spins, a machine-tool cuts a taper in it. An “empty” alignment tool is brought to bear against the tapered workpiece. The axis of the head of the empty alignment tool, and thus the axis of any machine-tool held by the head, is aligned with the axis of the tapered workpiece and, thus, with the axis of the spindle. Once the machine-tool is aligned with the spindle, the head and body are tightly fastened together to preserve the alignment.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2006Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignee: T.R. Machine, IncorporatedInventors: Thomas Richard Olsen, Aaron Michael Sargent
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Publication number: 20080078095Abstract: Disclosed is an alignment tool. A body of the alignment tool fits into a turret block, while a head holds a machine-tool. During the alignment process, the head and body are allowed to move relative to one another in two dimensions perpendicular to an axis of rotation of a spindle. To align the alignment tool, a workpiece is inserted into the spindle. As the workpiece spins, a machine-tool cuts a taper in it. An “empty” alignment tool is brought to bear against the tapered workpiece. The axis of the head of the empty alignment tool, and thus the axis of any machine-tool held by the head, is aligned with the axis of the tapered workpiece and, thus, with the axis of the spindle. Once the machine-tool is aligned with the spindle, the head and body are tightly fastened together to preserve the alignment.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2006Publication date: April 3, 2008Applicant: T.R. Machine, IncorporatedInventors: Thomas Richard Olsen, Aaron Michael Sargent
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Publication number: 20080029714Abstract: There are many, many inventions described herein. In one aspect, what is disclosed is a digital camera including a plurality of arrays of photo detectors, including a first array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a first wavelength and a second array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a second wavelength. The digital camera further may also include a first lens disposed in an optical path of the first array of photo detectors, wherein the first lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the first wavelength, and a second lens disposed in with an optical path of the second array of photo detectors wherein the second lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the second wavelength.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2007Publication date: February 7, 2008Inventors: Richard Olsen, Darryl Sato, Borden Moller, Olivera Vitomirov, Jeffrey Brady, Ferry Gunawan, Remzi Oten, Feng-Qing Sun, James Gates
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Publication number: 20080029708Abstract: There are many, many inventions described herein. In one aspect, what is disclosed is a digital camera including a plurality of arrays of photo detectors, including a first array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a first wavelength and a second array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a second wavelength. The digital camera further may also include a first lens disposed in an optical path of the first array of photo detectors, wherein the first lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the first wavelength, and a second lens disposed in with an optical path of the second array of photo detectors wherein the second lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the second wavelength.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2007Publication date: February 7, 2008Inventors: Richard Olsen, Darryl Sato, Borden Moller, Olivera Vitomirov, Jeffrey Brady, Ferry Gunawan, Remzi Oten, Feng-Qing Sun, James Gates
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Publication number: 20080030597Abstract: There are many, many inventions described herein. In one aspect, what is disclosed is a digital camera including a plurality of arrays of photo detectors, including a first array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a first wavelength and a second array of photo detectors to sample an intensity of light of a second wavelength. The digital camera further may also include a first lens disposed in an optical path of the first array of photo detectors, wherein the first lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the first wavelength, and a second lens disposed in with an optical path of the second array of photo detectors wherein the second lens includes a predetermined optical response to the light of the second wavelength.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2007Publication date: February 7, 2008Inventors: Richard Olsen, Darryl Sato, Borden Moller, Olivera Vitomirov, Jeffrey Brady, Ferry Gunawan, Remzi Oten, Feng-Qing Sun, James Gates
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Publication number: 20070296835Abstract: Digital camera systems and methods are described that provide a color digital camera with direct luminance detection. The luminance signals are obtained directly from a broadband image sensor channel without interpolation of RGB data. The chrominance signals are obtained from one or more additional image sensor channels comprising red and/or blue color band detection capability. The red and blue signals are directly combined with the luminance image sensor channel signals. The digital camera generates and outputs an image in YCrCb color space by directly combining outputs of the broadband, red and blue sensors.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2007Publication date: December 27, 2007Inventors: Richard Olsen, James Gates, Darryl Sato
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Publication number: 20070295893Abstract: An imager apparatus and methods are described. An embodiment of an imager module includes a plurality of groups of optical lenses, a lens frame, and at least one associated lens barrel configured to position and hold the plurality of groups of optical lenses. At least one of the groups of optical lenses is movable with respect to at least one other group of optical lenses for achieving optical focus. The imager module includes an integrated circuit (IC) imager die in proximity to the plurality of lenses, the imager die containing at least one image capture microelectronic device. The imager module includes a modular frame assembly that contains a first portion that holds a plurality of lens barrels, each containing one or more focusing lenses, and a second portion that supports the first portion at a specific distance from the substrate being imaged. The lens barrels are each responsive to different wavelengths or bands of wavelengths.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2007Publication date: December 27, 2007Inventors: Richard Olsen, Darryl Sato, Jeffrey Brady, James Gates, Han Tai