Patents by Inventor Robert A. JOSEPHS

Robert A. JOSEPHS 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: 11712813
    Abstract: A cutting device has a selectively replaceable and reorientable blade. The cutting device includes a housing and a carriage that is movably disposed in the housing, the carriage being movable between a retracted position and an extended position. The cutting device also has a cutting member that is removably disposable and reorientable in the carriage and a cover member that is removably attachable to the housing. Further, the cutting device includes an adjustable blade depth assembly providing the ability to direct and/or pre-select the depth or length a blade disposed in the carriage will reach upon engagement of a dial component and/or switch member operably connected to the blade carriage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Assignee: Slice, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Gallegos
  • Publication number: 20230235093
    Abstract: Regioselectively substituted cellulose esters having a plurality of pivaloyl substituents and a plurality of aryl-acyl substituents are disclosed along with methods for making the same. Such cellulose esters may be suitable for use in films, such as +A optical films, and/or +C optical films. Optical films prepared employing such cellulose esters have a variety of commercial applications, such as, for example, as compensation films in liquid crystal displays and/or waveplates in creating circular polarized light used in 3-D technology.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2023
    Publication date: July 27, 2023
    Applicant: Eastman Chemical Company
    Inventors: Matthew Allen Boone, Christopher Harlan Burk, Peter Borden Mackenzie, Jennifer A. Fish, Eduardo Gallas Cervo, Elaine Beatrice Mackenzie, Robert Joseph Maleski, Wesley Wayne McConnell, David William Norman, Tabatha Stearns, Bin Wang
  • Publication number: 20230229809
    Abstract: Methods and systems for detecting a privacy violation in an image file. A policy to be used by a master imaging application is obtained and a file system is monitored for a digital image modified by a monitored imaging application. It is then determined that the digital image file includes at least some content in violation of a defined setting for the master imaging application and, based on the determination that the digital image file includes at least some content in violation of the defined setting for the master imaging application, taking an action.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2023
    Publication date: July 20, 2023
    Applicant: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventors: Neil Patrick ADAMS, Robert Joseph LOMBARDI
  • Patent number: 11700964
    Abstract: An apparatus for hanging curtains without tools and wherein no damage is done to the outer wall surface nor, in certain embodiments, the window framing. The apparatus has a wedge body with a first hook at the heel end of the wedge body, and in certain embodiments, the wedge body has a second hook between its heel end and toe end along its inclined plane. The toe end can be wedged between the head of the window framing and intrinsic support typically found adjacent the head of the window framing, like a tension rod or the like. This wedge supports the first and second hooks which protrude from the window framing space for hanging curtain rods therefrom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2023
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Zuchel, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20230224307
    Abstract: Methods and devices for determining whether a mobile device has been compromised. File tree structure information for the mobile device is obtained that details at least a portion of a tree-based structure of folders and files in a portion of memory. The file tree structure information is analyzed to determine that the mobile device has been compromised, has not been compromised, or might be compromised. Based on determining that the mobile device might be compromised, the mobile device is instructed to execute a restricted action. If the restricted action occurs on the mobile device then it is determined that the mobile device has been compromised. Based on that determination, an action is taken.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2023
    Publication date: July 13, 2023
    Applicant: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventors: Chang Fung YANG, Robert Joseph LOMBARDI, Chi Hing NG, Johnathan George WHITE
  • Patent number: 11694412
    Abstract: An ultrasonic imaging system produces more diagnostic cardiac images of the left ventricle by plotting the longitudinal medial axis of the chamber between the apex and mitral valve plane as a curved line evenly spaced between the opposite walls of the myocardium. Transverse image planes are positioned orthogonal to the curved medial axis with control points positioned in the short axis view on lines evenly spaced around and emanating from the medial axis. If the short axis view is of an oval shaped chamber the transverse image is stretched to give the heart a more rounded appearance resulting in better positioning of editing control points.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.
    Inventors: Scott Holland Settlemier, David Prater, Robert Joseph Schneider
  • Publication number: 20230199958
    Abstract: In one aspect, a PCB is provided. The PCB includes at least one insulating layer, a blind slot, and at least one via. The at least on insulating layer includes a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface. The blind slot is plated and formed in the at least one insulating layer, where the blind slot partially extends from the first surface to the second surface, and where the blind slot includes a conductive plating bonded along a major surface of the blind slot. The at least one via is electrically conductive and filled, where the at least one via is coupled with and extends between the conductive plating of the blind slot and the second surface of the at least one insulating layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2021
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Inventors: John Andrew Trelford, Robert Joseph Roessler, Jose Daniel Rogers, Arturo Silva, Alok Lohia
  • Patent number: 11679516
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cutting device, and more particularly to a cutting device having a selectively replaceable and reorientable blade. The cutting device has a housing and a carriage that is movably disposed in the housing, the carriage being movable between a retracted position and an extended position. The cutting device also has a cutting member that is removably disposable and reorientable in the carriage and a cover member that is removably attachable to the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2023
    Assignee: Slice, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Gallegos
  • Patent number: 11681420
    Abstract: Methods and systems for presenting transportation options that utilize different modalities are provided. In one embodiment, a method is provided that includes receiving a location of a mobile device. A map may then be generated on the mobile device that depicts an area surrounding the location of the mobile device. An information value of the map may be determined and a first position of a panel may be determined based on the information value. The map and the panel may be displayed, with the panel overlaying at least a portion of the map in the first position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2023
    Assignee: Lyft, Inc.
    Inventors: Anna Pan, Bradley Ellis, Jaden Junghyuan Choi, Kevin Michael Tezlaf, Mario Gomez-Hall, Robert Joseph Marsan, Sravanthi Kadali, Christine Mara Todorovich, Marc Haumann
  • Publication number: 20230184829
    Abstract: An apparatus for electrically coupling an electrical interface of a unit under test with a debugging component includes a bracket assembly having a socket configured to electrically couple with the electrical interface, a baseplate assembly configured to secure the unit under test on a plate, a crane assembly coupled to the bracket assembly, and a cable assembly. The crane assembly is configured to enable movement of the socket relative to the electrical interface in each of a horizontal direction, a vertical direction, and an angular direction; and secure the socket in place relative to the electrical interface while applying a force by the socket against the electrical interface. The cable assembly is associated in part with the bracket assembly and is configured to electrically couple with the socket at a first end and with the debugging component at a second end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2021
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Inventors: Aleksandr Dean Schwerdt, Daniel Roy Ostrander, David Alexander Jachmann, Lynn Charles Berning, Robert Joseph Harvey, Eric Lee Severtson, Curtis Adam Harper
  • Publication number: 20230185914
    Abstract: Methods and devices for determining whether a mobile device has been compromised. The mobile device has a managed portion of memory and an unmanaged portion of memory, a managed profile and an unmanaged profile, and the managed profile includes files stored in the managed portion of memory and the unmanaged profile includes files stored in the unmanaged portion of memory. The managed profile is governed by a device policy set by a remote administrator. File tree structure information for the unmanaged profile of the mobile device is obtained that details at least a portion of a tree-based structure of folders and files in the unmanaged portion of memory. It is determined from the file tree structure information that the mobile device has been compromised and, based on that determination, an action is taken.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2023
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Applicant: BlackBerry Limited
    Inventors: Chang Fung YANG, Robert Joseph LOMBARDI, Chi Hing NG, Johnathan George WHITE
  • Publication number: 20230180927
    Abstract: A table assembly includes a worksurface and at least one leg assembly coupled to the worksurface and configured to support the worksurface above a floor surface, the at least one leg assembly including a first leg member having an aperture located along a length of the first leg member, the aperture having a first diameter, a second leg member telescoping received within the first leg member and having a threaded bore located along a length of the second leg member, the bore having a second diameter that is larger than the first diameter, and an engagement member having a first portion threadably received within the bore of the second leg member and a second portion configured to be selectively received within the aperture of the first leg member thereby telescopingly fixing the second leg member with respect to the first leg member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2022
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Applicant: Smith System Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Scharfenkamp
  • Patent number: 11673565
    Abstract: Embodiments provide a vehicle computer coupled to a vehicle. The vehicle computer may be configured to compute (e.g., generate) a first (e.g., regular, main) trajectory and a second (e.g., fail-safe, minimal risk maneuver) trajectory for the vehicle. Embodiments may provide a fault detection interval during which the second trajectory may be activated due to missing updated trajectory input. Embodiments may also provide a recovery detection interval during which an updated regular trajectory may be generated and followed instead of the fail-safe trajectory if a valid trajectory update is received. Accordingly, embodiments allow for an early activation of a fail-safe trajectory compared to conventional systems, while also allowing the system to recover (e.g., revert back to a modified version of the first trajectory) if a valid trajectory update is received during a recovery detection interval.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: PlusAI, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Joseph Dingli, Wenbin Wang, Mohammadhussein Rafieisakhaei
  • Patent number: 11672483
    Abstract: Electrodes providing excellent recording and physical stability. Electrodes are disclosed that may include a plurality of small teeth that possess a novel design shape and orientation. The shallow and relatively long teeth run parallel to the rim of the electrode that presses against the patient's skin. When the electrode is twisted onto skin, the tiny teeth penetrate the stratum corneum and move nearly horizontally under the stratum corneum, thus anchoring the electrode securely to the skin. The electrodes cause minimal discomfort to the patient since the small teeth do not extend to the pain fibers which are located in deeper layers of the skin. The electrodes may be fabricated in a variety of geometries including cylindrical, disk, and blunt bullet or top shapes. In some instances, the electrodes may be connected to detachable leads having magnetic properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: University of Pittsburgh—Of the Commonwealth System of Higher Education
    Inventors: Mingui Sun, Wenyan Jia, Robert Joseph Sclabassi
  • Patent number: 11672194
    Abstract: A detection system detects malfunctions in an autonomous farming vehicle during an autonomous routine using one or more models and data from sensors coupled to the autonomous farming vehicle. The models may include machine-learned models trained on the sensor data and configured to identify objects indicative of an operational or malfunctioning component within a tilling assembly such as a tilling shank or sweep. Additionally, a machine-learned model may be trained on sensor data to detect whether debris has plugged the tilling assembly of the autonomous farming vehicle. In response to detecting a malfunction or a plug, the detection system may modify the autonomous routine (e.g., pausing operation) or provide information for the malfunction to be addressed (e.g., the likely location of a malfunctioning sweep that has detached from the tilling assembly).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: BLUE RIVER TECHNOLOGY INC.
    Inventors: Divya Sharma, Michael Albert Elcano, Byron Gajun Ho, Jeremy Douglas Krantz, Tyler Niday, Robert Joseph Plumeau
  • Patent number: 11666045
    Abstract: The submersible light apparatus is a device that can provide a wireless and/or corded portable battery-operated underwater light that can provide light in multiple directions as well as attract marine life simultaneously. To that end, the device includes a center structure that houses associated electric circuitry that can power all the light sources of the device. Further, the device includes a chum (fish feed) housing, that is mounted around the center housing, and can disperse fish feed when submersed in water. The device may further include a retrieving line and a bridle that enables a user to pull the light from under water or from farther distances. Furthermore, the device includes a charging port and a switch that enables to turn the lights on/off or dim the lights. Additionally, the device includes a spherical transparent cover that provides a convenient and aesthetically pleasing protective covering.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Marques
  • Patent number: 11667613
    Abstract: The invention provides compounds of Formula (I) as described herein, along with pharmaceutically acceptable salts, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, and methods to use these compounds, salts and compositions for treating viral infections, particularly infections caused by herpesviruses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignees: Novartis AG, Gilead Sciences, Inc.
    Inventors: Zef Konst, Yipin Lu, Robert Joseph Moreau, Naomi Samadara Rajapaksa, Galen Shearn-Nance, David Charles Tully, Michael Robert Turner, Joseph Michael Young, Qian Zhao, Britton K. Corkey, Samuel E. Metobo
  • Patent number: 11658432
    Abstract: A substrate assembly includes a printed circuit (PC) substrate, first and second microchips, components or substrates mounted on a surface of the PC substrate, and a projection extending in spaced relation to the surface of the PC substrate. In one example, the projection extends between (i) a downward facing surface and/or an edge of a side facing surface proximate the downward facing surface of the first microchip, component or substrate and (ii) an upward facing surface and/or an edge of a side facing surface proximate the upward facing surface of the first microchip, component or substrate. The first and second microchips, components or substrates may be mounted on different levels of the PC substrate surface. In another example, the projection extends between a upward and/or side facing surface of a first microchip, component or substrate and a slot or cavity in a second microchip, component or substrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Assignee: Indiana Integrated Circuits, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Joseph Engelhardt, Jr.
  • Patent number: 11654902
    Abstract: Embodiments provide a vehicle computer coupled to a vehicle. The vehicle computer may be configured to compute (e.g., generate) an automated lane change maneuver moving the vehicle from a first lane into a second, adjacent lane. The lane change maneuver may have commenced while the maneuver was safe to conduct, but a threat vehicle (or another threat object) may be subsequently detected moving into the same target lane. The option to immediately abort the maneuver and return to the original lane may not be appropriate after some time into the lane change maneuver. The vehicle computer may control the vehicle in a lateral position hold along the lane demarcation line for a predetermined amount of time before moving into the second lane when the threat vehicle clears the second lane or returning to the first lane when the threat vehicle does not clear the second lane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Assignee: PlusAI, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Joseph Dingli, Lichun Yang, Mohammadhussein Rafieisakhaei
  • Patent number: 11659513
    Abstract: One or more computer processors detect an unregistered device associated with an identified location, wherein the unregistered device is associated with wireless behavior. The one or more computer processors identify one or more registered devices in a proximity to the identified location and the detected unregistered device. The one or more computer processors identify an occupant associated with the detected unregistered device utilizing a trained device identification model, the identified location, and respective wireless behavior associated with the detected unregistered device and the identified one or more registered devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Joseph Calio, Michael Domitrovits, Gary T. Leonardi