Patents by Inventor Robert A. Morris

Robert A. Morris 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 DOCUMENT
    Publication number: 20150165810
    Abstract: A blank form for a mailing document is provided, the form comprising a paper substrate having a first border area and a second border area; adhesive located in one or both of the first border area and the second border area so positioned that when the form is folded the first border area contacts and bonds to the second border area; and wherein the form further comprises a releasable panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2014
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Inventor: Robert Morris
  • DETERMINING UTILIZATION OF ELECTRONIC ASSETS
    Publication number: 20150130629
    Abstract: An asset tag for monitoring usage of an electronic asset includes a usage monitor configured to monitor usage of the electronic asset and a transmitter configured to transmit an indication of the usage of the electronic asset. The asset tag may include a socket configured to receive a first plug, wherein the first plug comprises a plug of the electronic asset; a second plug electrically coupled to the socket, wherein the second plug is configured to transmit current to the socket; and, a power source configured to power the usage detector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Applicant: QUALCOMM Incorporated
    Inventors: An Mei Chen, Robert Morris Morandy, Vijaya Datta Mayyuri, Jangwon Lee, Paul David Milne
  • GRANULAR ASSET TRACKING USING LANDMARK TAGS
    Publication number: 20150134383
    Abstract: An example method of asset tracking includes receiving, from each of one or more positioning devices, a corresponding position identification (ID) value, determining a tier value associated with each received position ID value, determining asset position information based on each received position ID value and each determined tier value, and transmitting the determined asset position information to a receiver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Applicant: QUALCOMM Incorporated
    Inventors: Jangwon Lee, An Mei Chen, Vijaya Datta Mayyuri, Paul David Milne, Robert Morris Morandy, Gregory Gordon Rose
  • BUCKET ASSEMBLIES FOR MOTOR CONTROL CENTERS (MCC) WITH DISCONNECT ASSEMBLIES AND RELATED MCC CABINETS AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20150103472
    Abstract: Circuit breakers with a rotary handle attached to an inwardly oriented shaft that connects to a gear assembly that translates rotational input to linear input also include a trip assist spring in communication with the rack gear so that, in operation, the trip assist spring applies a force to the operator slider and forces the handle to a consistent trip position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Inventors: Stephen W. Oneufer, Robert A. Morris, Daniel B. Kroushl
  • Modular integrated circuit with common interface
    Patent number: 8990471
    Abstract: A modular integrated circuit includes a hub module that is coupled to a plurality of spoke modules via a plurality of hub interfaces. The plurality of hub interfaces provide a plurality of signal interfaces between the hub module and each of the plurality of spoke modules, wherein each of the plurality of signal interfaces is isolated from each of the other signal interfaces of the plurality of signals interface, and wherein each of the plurality of signal interfaces operates in accordance with a common signaling format.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Broadcom Corporation
    Inventors: Mark N. Fullerton, Robert Morris, Lance Leslie Flake, Lawrence J. Madar, III, Sam Liu, Chaoyang Zhao, Vinay Bhasin, Joyjit Nath, Bhupesh Kharwa, Claude G. Hayek
  • COORDINATING INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION OF A MOTOR CONTROL CENTER SUBUNIT HAVING MOVEABLE LINE CONTACTS
    Publication number: 20140362498
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for coordinating the installation and removal a motor control center subunit with the power connection and interruption thereof. A system of interlocks and indicators causes an operator to install a motor control center subunit into a motor control center, and connect supply and control power thereto, in a particular order. Embodiments of the invention may prevent actuation of line contacts of the bucket, and shield the line contacts, until the bucket is fully installed in the motor control center. Other embodiments also prevent circuit breaker closure until the line contacts are engaged with a bus of the motor control center.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Scott E. McPherren, Daniel J. Leeman
  • CATHETER AND CONNECTOR FOR USE WITH SAME
    Publication number: 20140316382
    Abstract: A catheter is provided that includes an elongated body extending from a proximal end to a distal end. The body defines at least one lumen. A tip has a proximal end that is disposed in abutting relation with the distal end of the body such that the body is fixed with the tip. The tip defines a lateral opening that is defined by a wall including an external radius disposed in transition with an outer surface of the tip and an internal radius disposed in transition with an inner surface of the tip. The external radius has a non-perpendicular profile with the outer surface of the tip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Applicant: Covidien LP
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Cliff Karl, Kurt Green, Tony Sacchetti, Chris Dubeau, Stephen Murray, James A. Walls
  • Glove Dispensing Apparatus and Glove Cartridge for use Therewith and Glove Dispensing Method
    Publication number: 20140305974
    Abstract: An apparatus for dispensing a disposable glove and applying it to the hand of a user in which a stream of air drawn into an enclosed glove applying chamber through a constricted opening aligned with the heel of the glove inflates the topmost glove in a stack of gloves in the chamber so that a user can readily insert his hand into the glove. After the user has donned the glove on the hand, a wall of the chamber is opened to permit the user to readily withdraw his hand from the glove applying chamber while the air flow which originally inflated the topmost glove is disrupted. Upon closures of the chamber wall, the re- established air flow automatically inflates the next lower glove in the glove stack to prepare the next glove for receipt of another hand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2012
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: David Scott Purcell, John Robert Morris
  • Coordinating installation and connection of a motor control center subunit having moveable line contacts
    Patent number: 8817454
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for coordinating the installation and removal a motor control center subunit with the power connection and interruption thereof. A system of interlocks and indicators causes an operator to install a motor control center subunit into a motor control center, and connect supply and control power thereto, in a particular order. Embodiments of the invention may prevent actuation of line contacts of the bucket, and shield the line contacts, until the bucket is fully installed in the motor control center. Other embodiments also prevent circuit breaker closure until the line contacts are engaged with a bus of the motor control center.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: Eaton Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Scott E. McPherren, Daniel J. Leeman
  • System and Method of Evaluating Candidates for a Hiring Decision
    Publication number: 20140095401
    Abstract: The system and method of the present application utilizes a number of analysis modules to apply analysis techniques to candidate applications. The analysis modules then apply a score for each candidate for each technique with feedback information into an aggregate score. The system and method of the present application controls the collection order of the scores can weight scores by technique, and provide a graphical user interface for ease of evaluation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Publication date: April 3, 2014
    Applicant: HIREIQ SOLUTIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Todd Merrill, Ben Olive, Kevin Hegebarth, Corey Mayo, Robert Morris
  • Remote operation of a motor control center subunit disconnect
    Patent number: 8537518
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for remotely actuating a subunit disconnect in a motor control center subunit. A motor control center subunit includes a subunit housing configured to fit within a motor control center and a subunit disconnect configured to selectively control a supply power to motor control components of the subunit housing. A control mechanism is attached to the subunit housing to activate and deactivate the subunit disconnect and a remote control device communicates with the control mechanism and is configured to operate the control mechanism to activate and deactivate the subunit disconnect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2013
    Assignee: Eaton Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Edgar Yee, Jared A. Bryll, Daniel J. Leeman, Daniel B. Kroushl
  • Modular integrated circuit with common interface
    Patent number: 8386688
    Abstract: A modular integrated circuit includes a hub module that is coupled to a plurality of spoke modules via a plurality of hub interfaces. The plurality of hub interfaces provide a plurality of signal interfaces between the hub module and each of the plurality of spoke modules, wherein each of the plurality of signal interfaces is isolated from each of the other signal interfaces of the plurality of signals interface, and wherein each of the plurality of signal interfaces operates in accordance with a common signaling format.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Broadcom Corporation
    Inventors: Mark N. Fullerton, Robert Morris, Lance Flake, Lawrence J. Madar, III, Sam Liu, Chaoyang Zhao, Vinay Bhasin, Joyjit Nath, Bhupesh Kharwa, Claude G. Hayek
  • Motor control center subunit having movable line contacts and method of manufacture
    Patent number: 8305736
    Abstract: A system and method for connecting supply power to motor control components includes use of a motor control center subunit with moveable supply power contacts. After a motor control center subunit is secured into a motor control center compartment, the supply power contacts may be advanced to engage supply power buses. For disconnection, the supply power contacts may be refracted and isolated from the buses before physical removal of the subunit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Eaton Corporation
    Inventors: Edgar Yee, Robert A. Morris, Scott E. McPherren, Neal Edward Rowe
  • ONE-PIECE MAILING DOCUMENT
    Publication number: 20120241508
    Abstract: A blank form for a one-piece mailing document, the blank comprising: a paper substrate having a peripheral border area adjacent its edges; a pattern of adhesive located in the border area; and wherein a barrier layer is interposed between the paper substrate and the adhesive pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2010
    Publication date: September 27, 2012
    Applicant: DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS LIMITED
    Inventor: Robert Morris
  • Test module for motor control center subunit
    Patent number: 8199022
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for coordinating the installation and removal a motor control center subunit with the power connection and interruption thereof. A system of interlocks and indicators causes an operator to install a motor control center subunit into a motor control center, and connect supply and control power thereto, in a particular order. Once installed, a test module system included with the subunit provides for pass-through connection of signals from equipment test points. The test module can thus relay internal conditions of the subunit to the operator without a need for disengaging or opening the subunit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2012
    Assignee: Eaton Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Scott E. McPherren, Edgar Yee
  • Catheter
    Publication number: 20120143128
    Abstract: A catheter is provided that includes an elongated body extending from a proximal end to a distal end. The body defines at least one lumen. A tip has a proximal end that is disposed in abutting relation with the distal end of the body such that the body is fixed with the tip. The tip defines a lateral opening that is defined by a wall including an external radius disposed in transition with an outer surface of the tip and an internal radius disposed in transition with an inner surface of the tip. The external radius has a non-perpendicular profile with the outer surface of the tip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2012
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: Tyco Healthcare Group LP
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Rita Ann Morris, Cliff Karl, Kurt Green, Tony Sacchetti, Chris Dubeau, Stephen Murray, James A. Walls
  • Urology catheter
    Patent number: 8123892
    Abstract: A urology catheter is provided that includes an elongated body extending from a proximal end to a distal end. The body defines at least one lumen. A tip has a proximal end that is disposed in abutting relation with the distal end of the body such that the body is fixed with the tip. The tip defines a lateral opening that is defined by a wall including an external radius disposed in transition with an outer surface of the tip and an internal radius disposed in transition with an inner surface of the tip. The external radius has a non-perpendicular profile with the outer surface of the tip. An expandable member has a proximal portion disposed about the body and a distal portion disposed about the tip. A method of manufacturing the urology catheter is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2012
    Assignee: Tyco Healthcare Group LP
    Inventors: Robert A Morris, Rita Ann Morris, legal representative, Cliff Karl, Kurt Green, Tony Sacchetti, Chris Dubeau, Stephen Murray, James A Walls
  • Hermetically packaged LiNbO3 optical circuit with oxidizing fill gas
    Patent number: 8070368
    Abstract: A hermetically packaged integrated optical circuit includes an integrated optical circuit and a hermetically sealed container, which defines a volume. The integrated optical circuit is secured within the volume. The hermetically packaged integrated optical circuit further includes a fill gas comprising oxygen disposed within the volume of the hermetically sealed container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: L-3 Communications Corporation
    Inventors: John Moody, Robert Morris
  • Location determination using RF fingerprinting
    Patent number: 8068855
    Abstract: A method for determining the location of a mobile unit (MU) in a wireless communication system and presenting it to a remote party. The location of a remote MU is determined by comparing a snapshot of a predefined portion of the radio-frequency (RF) spectrum taken by the MU to a reference database containing multiple snapshots taken at various locations. The result of the comparison is used to determine if the MU is at a specific location. The comparison may be made in the MU, or at some other location situated remotely from the MU. In the latter case, sufficient information regarding the captured fingerprint is transmitted from the MU to the remote location. The database may be pre-compiled or generated on-line.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: Polaris Wireless, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Morris Dressler, David Stevenson Spain, Jr.
  • REMOTE OPERATION OF A MOTOR CONTROL CENTER SUBUNIT DISCONNECT
    Publication number: 20110285483
    Abstract: A system and method are provided for remotely actuating a subunit disconnect in a motor control center subunit. A motor control center subunit includes a subunit housing configured to fit within a motor control center and a subunit disconnect configured to selectively control a supply power to motor control components of the subunit housing. A control mechanism is attached to the subunit housing to activate and deactivate the subunit disconnect and a remote control device communicates with the control mechanism and is configured to operate the control mechanism to activate and deactivate the subunit disconnect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2011
    Publication date: November 24, 2011
    Inventors: Robert A. Morris, Edgar Yee, Jared A. Bryll, Daniel J. Leeman, Daniel B. Kroushl