Patents by Inventor Richard Volz

Richard Volz 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).

  • Publication number: 20250120328
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA047’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color, low susceptibility to russet, and excellent storage characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2024
    Publication date: April 10, 2025
    Applicant: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Publication number: 20250081867
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA133’ notable for its fruit, which has an attractive red skin color, appealing flavor, and large size, and for its double resistance to apple scab (Venturia inaequalis).
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2024
    Publication date: March 6, 2025
    Applicant: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Publication number: 20250057060
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA019’ notable for its fruit, which has an attractive red skin color, appealing flavor, and large size.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2024
    Publication date: February 13, 2025
    Applicant: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Publication number: 20240373768
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘A121R18T089’ (not patented) and Gala ‘Baigent’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,121) in Havelock North, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance characterized by its dark red color and creamy white background and it early harvest compared to other selections. This new variety has been named ‘HOT81A1’.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2024
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Applicants: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca Tecnologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E
    Inventors: Richard VOLZ, Cristian FONTICH
  • Publication number: 20240373769
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘Cripps Pink’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,880) and ‘Scilate’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 20,477) in Havelock North, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance characterized by its dark red color and it notable for its long storage life. This new variety has been named ‘HOT141A1’.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2024
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Applicants: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Technologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruiFutur A.I.E
    Inventors: Richard VOLZ, Lidia LOZANO
  • Publication number: 20240373770
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘A101R10T175’ (not patented) and ‘A123R06T021’ (not patented) in Havelock North, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance characterized by its pink, red color and it notable for its long storage life. This new variety has been named ‘HOT125A1’.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2024
    Publication date: November 7, 2024
    Applicants: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Tecnologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E
    Inventors: Richard VOLZ, Simo ALEGRE
  • Publication number: 20210345532
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA093’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color and early maturity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2020
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Applicant: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: 5410685
    Abstract: A non-intrusive method and system for recovering the state of a computer system including a memory having first and second matched levels. The first level is connected to a target processor and the second level is connected to a checkpoint processor which is also connected to the target processor. In an example of the invention, a two phase, non-intrusive method and system for debugging parallel computer programs is provided. The program has checkpoint instructions therein. In the first phase the execution of the program is monitored non-intrusively from a bus connecting the target processor to the first level of memory. A sequence of relevant program instructions is stored in an event table. Upon encountering a checkpoint instruction, the target processor cues the checkpoint processor to initiate a non-intrusive checkpointing strategy utilizing the two-level memory with an E-bit scheme.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 25, 1995
    Assignee: Regents of the University of Michigan
    Inventors: Venu Prabhakar Banda, Richard A. Volz
  • Patent number: 5046022
    Abstract: Systems and methods for performing tele-operations with the active assistance and supervision of a cognitive agent, such as a human being, who generates a future path plan in real time for immediate use by an automated on-line controlled agent, such as a work robot or other manipulator, are disclosed. The systems and methods may employ a visual display to present images of the controlled agent, of a foward simulation of the controlled agent, and of the future path plan being generated to enable a human operator to assess and control the on-going activity. The system simultaneously operates the controlled agent and produces the forward simulation and path plan, all under real time conditions. The cognitive agent, display and forward simulation equipment may be at one location and the controlled agent and its controller at another remote location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 3, 1991
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of Michigan
    Inventors: Lynn A. Conway, Richard A. Volz, Michael W. Walker
  • Patent number: 4385415
    Abstract: A caster assembly adapted for incorporation in the frame of a suitcase, the caster assembly comprising a caster housing with a housing recess enclosing a major portion of the swivelable caster wheel, housing side walls limiting its swivel range, and a swivel bearing with a stationary journal plate attachable to the bottom wall of the caster housing by means of a slot-engaging protrusion and rivets. The caster housing may be an integral part of the suitcase frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 1981
    Date of Patent: May 31, 1983
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP30552
    Abstract: A new and distinct pear tree named ‘PremP009’ is disclosed. The new pear is notable for its attractive appearance, superb texture, improved flavor and long shelf life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventors: Lester Brewer, Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP32720
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety of Malus domestica named ‘HOT84A1’ and characterized by its attractive appearance, its dark red color, and is notable for its long storage life. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘Scired’ (not patented) and ‘Scilate’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 20,477) in Havelock North, New Zealand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2021
    Assignees: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Tecnologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E.
    Inventors: Joan Bonany, Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP33545
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA003’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color, large size and tender-crisp flesh texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP33654
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA093’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color and early maturity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2021
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP36341
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA021’ notable for its attractive fruit. The fruit flesh of ‘PremA021’ is yellow-orange and red-purple.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2024
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2024
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP36417
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA019’ notable for its fruit, which has an attractive red skin color, appealing flavor, and large size.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2025
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP36585
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘Cripps Pink’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,880) and ‘Scilate’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 20,477) in Havelock North, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance characterized by its dark red color and it notable for its long storage life. This new variety has been named ‘HOT141A1’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2024
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2025
    Assignees: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Tecnologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E.
    Inventors: Richard Volz, Lidia Lozano
  • Patent number: PP36616
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA133’ notable for its fruit, which has an attractive red skin color, appealing flavor, and large size, and for its double resistance to apple scab (Venturia inaequalis).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2024
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2025
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP36646
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘A121R18T089’ (not patented) and Gala ‘Baigent’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,121) in Havelock North, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an appearance characterized by its dark red colour and creamy white background and it early harvest compared to other selections. This new variety has been named ‘HOT81A1’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2024
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2025
    Assignees: The New Zeeland Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Tecnlogia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E
    Inventors: Richard Volz, Cristian Fontich