Patents by Inventor Robert Baker

Robert Baker 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).

  • FIBER OPTIC PERSONNEL SAFETY SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20170307720
    Abstract: A personnel monitoring system. The personnel monitoring system includes a host node having an optical source for generating optical signals, and an optical receiver. The personnel monitoring system also includes a plurality of fiber optic sensors for converting at least one of vibrational and acoustical energy to optical intensity information, each of the fiber optic sensors having: (1) at least one length of optical fiber configured to sense at least one of vibrational and acoustical energy; (2) a reflector at an end of the at least one length of optical fiber; and (3) a field node for receiving optical signals from the host node, the field node transmitting optical signals along the at least one length of optical fiber, receiving optical signals back from the at least one length of optical fiber, and transmitting optical signals to the optical receiver of the host node.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2017
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Inventors: ERIC LEE GOLDNER, GERALD ROBERT BAKER, JAMES KENGO ANDERSEN, AGOP HYGASOV CHERBETTCHIAN, JEFFREY CARL BUCHHOLZ
  • TECHNIQUES IN THE UPSTREAM OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY
    Publication number: 20170283014
    Abstract: CO2 in the liquid or super-critical state is delivered by at least one carrier vessel from at least one CO2 storage site, which may be an onshore site, to an integrated offshore facility. The integrated offshore facility is provided with at least one on-site storage tank or vessel adapted to store CO2 in the liquid or super-critical state and with equipment for marine transfer of CO2 in the liquid or super-critical state. CO2 is utilised as required from said at least one on-site storage tank or vessel for EOR at said offshore site or for EGR at said offshore site by injection into a sub-sea oil or natural gas bearing reservoir and recovery of oil and/or natural gas from a resulting production stream.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2017
    Publication date: October 5, 2017
    Applicant: Mirade Consultants Ltd.
    Inventor: Timothy Robert Baker
  • Fiber optic personnel safety systems and methods of using the same
    Patent number: 9733332
    Abstract: A personnel monitoring system. The personnel monitoring system includes a host node having an optical source for generating optical signals, and an optical receiver. The personnel monitoring system also includes a plurality of fiber optic sensors for converting at least one of vibrational and acoustical energy to optical intensity information, each of the fiber optic sensors having: (1) at least one length of optical fiber configured to sense at least one of vibrational and acoustical energy; (2) a reflector at an end of the at least one length of optical fiber; and (3) a field node for receiving optical signals from the host node, the field node transmitting optical signals along the at least one length of optical fiber, receiving optical signals back from the at least one length of optical fiber, and transmitting optical signals to the optical receiver of the host node.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: Avalon Sciences Ltd
    Inventors: Eric Lee Goldner, Gerald Robert Baker, James Kengo Andersen, Agop Hygasov Cherbettchian, Jeffrey Carl Buchholz
  • REALTIME AUDIO EFFECTS CONTROL
    Publication number: 20170206055
    Abstract: In some implementations, a computing device can be configured to present a graphical user interface that enables the dynamic authoring of music by a user of the computing device. The computing device can present a grid of cells, where each cell represents a music segment. The cells can be configured to playback the music segment once or playback the music segment in a repeating loop. The user can select (e.g., touch) one or more cells in the grid to cause the corresponding music segment to play. While playing selected cells, the user can provide input selecting various musical effects to apply to the playing music. The user can record a dynamically selected sequence of cells and musical effects to create an original musical product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2016
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Inventors: Robert BAKER, Gerhard LENGELING, Steffan DIEDRICHSEN, Jan-Hinnerk HELMS, Thomas JENSEN, Manfred LANGE, Vincent REUTER, Carsten SCHULZ, Raphael HENE
  • DYNAMIC MUSIC AUTHORING
    Publication number: 20170206873
    Abstract: In some implementations, a computing device can be configured to present a graphical user interface that enables the dynamic authoring of music by a user of the computing device. The computing device can present a grid of cells, where each cell represents a music segment. The cells can be configured to playback the music segment once or playback the music segment in a repeating loop. The user can select (e.g., touch) one or more cells in the grid to cause the corresponding music segment to play. While playing selected cells, the user can provide input selecting various musical effects to apply to the playing music. The user can record a dynamically selected sequence of cells and musical effects to create an original musical product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2017
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Inventors: Robert BAKER, Gerhard LENGELING, Alec LITTLE, Patrick BEARD, Ole LAGEMANN, Danny PATTERSON, Tobias HERMANN
  • Optical detection systems and methods of using the same
    Patent number: 9702691
    Abstract: An optical detection system. The optical detection system includes a host node having (a) an optical source for generating optical signals, and (b) an optical receiver. The optical detection system also includes a plurality of fiber optic sensors for converting at least one of vibrational and acoustical energy to optical intensity information, each of the fiber optic sensors having: (1) at least one length of optical fiber configured to sense at least one of vibrational and acoustical energy; (2) a reflector at an end of the at least one length of optical fiber; and (3) a field node for receiving optical signals from the host node, the field node transmitting optical signals along the at least one length of optical fiber, receiving optical signals back from the at least one length of optical fiber, and transmitting optical signals to the optical receiver of the host node.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Assignee: Avalon Sciences Ltd
    Inventors: Eric Lee Goldner, Gerald Robert Baker, James Kengo Andersen, Agop Hygasov Cherbettchian
  • Fiber optic security systems including a local control node and a remote control unit, and methods of using the same
    Patent number: 9659473
    Abstract: A fiber optic security system is provided. The fiber optic security system includes at least one length of fiber optic cable affixed to at least one item to be monitored using the fiber optic security system. The fiber optic security system also includes at least one local control node, the at least one local control node including at least one light source for generating and transmitting light through the at least one length of fiber optic cable, and the at least one local control node monitoring a status of the light. The fiber optic security system also includes a remote control unit for receiving information from the at least one local control node regarding the status of the light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: Avalon Sciences Ltd
    Inventors: Eric Lee Goldner, Gerald Robert Baker, James Kengo Andersen, Agop Hygasov Cherbettchian
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERMITTING AN ACTION BASED ON VERIFICATION INFORMATION AND A CHALLENGE TOKEN
    Publication number: 20170142090
    Abstract: A computing device creates verification information and a challenge token and sends the verification information and token to a server. A server receives a command and authentication information and uses the verification information to verify the authentication information. The server creates authentication credentials based on the authentication information and the challenge token. The computing device receives the command and the authentication credentials from the server, determines whether the credentials are valid, and then processes the command if the credentials are valid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2017
    Publication date: May 18, 2017
    Inventors: Kevin Patrick Mahaffey, Timothy Micheal Wyatt, Brian James Buck, Matthew Robert Baker, Danielle Hewson Kingsley, Elaine P. Teoh, Marc William Rogers
  • Orthopedic cushion for a seat
    Patent number: 9643522
    Abstract: An orthopedic seat cushion for placement on a seat for supporting the weight of an occupant includes an envelope comprising an upper sheet and a lower sheet sealed together to define an interior volume. The interior volume is subdivided into a plurality of depressible cells wherein adjacent cells are in fluid communication with one another. The envelope has an opening penetrated through the upper sheet and lower sheet, wherein the opening has a front end and a back end and is configured to allow clearance for a sensitive area of the occupant. At least one cell has a height dimension that inhibits the sensitive area from contacting the seat when the at least one cell is depressed by the weight of the occupant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Assignee: Pedigree Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Jones, Mark V. Jackson, Robert Baker
  • Dynamic music authoring
    Patent number: 9640158
    Abstract: In some implementations, a computing device can be configured to present a graphical user interface that enables the dynamic authoring of music by a user of the computing device. The computing device can present a grid of cells, where each cell represents a music segment. The cells can be configured to playback the music segment once or playback the music segment in a repeating loop. The user can select (e.g., touch) one or more cells in the grid to cause the corresponding music segment to play. While playing selected cells, the user can provide input selecting various musical effects to apply to the playing music. The user can record a dynamically selected sequence of cells and musical effects to create an original musical product.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2017
    Assignee: APPLE INC.
    Inventors: Robert Baker, Gerhard Lengeling, Alec Little, Patrick Beard, Ole Lagemann, Danny Patterson, Tobias Hermann
  • Smart Home Delivery Services
    Publication number: 20170103628
    Abstract: The present application relates to a method and system that enable consumers to have deliveries made and services performed safely and securely when they are not at the location at which the delivery is made or service is performed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2016
    Publication date: April 13, 2017
    Inventors: Edward S. Lampert, Leena Munjal, Varun Reddy Agasti, Robert Baker, Scott h. Multer
  • System and method for performing an action based upon two-party authorization
    Patent number: 9602508
    Abstract: An action is permitted to be performed on a computing device only after the action has been confirmed by two or more authorized and/or authenticated parties. A security component receives a request from to initiate an action on a computing device. Before the action is allowed to be initiated on the computing device the security component requires the authentication of first and second parties or authorizations from first and second parties, or both the authentications of and authorizations from first and second parties. After receiving the required authorizations and/or successfully performing the required authentications, the security component allows the requested action to be initiated on the computing device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Assignee: LOOKOUT, INC.
    Inventors: Kevin Patrick Mahaffey, Timothy Micheal Wyatt, Brian James Buck, Matthew Robert Baker, Danielle Hewson Kingsley, Elaine P. Teoh, Marc William Rogers
  • FIBER OPTIC TRANSDUCERS, FIBER OPTIC ACCELEROMETERS AND FIBER OPTIC SENSING SYSTEMS
    Publication number: 20170023385
    Abstract: A fiber optic transducer is provided. The fiber optic transducer includes a fixed portion configured to be secured to a body of interest, a moveable portion having a range of motion with respect to the fixed portion, a spring positioned between the fixed portion and the moveable portion, and a length of fiber wound between the fixed portion and the moveable portion. The length of fiber spans the spring. The fiber optic transducer also includes a mass engaged with the moveable portion. In one disclosed aspect of the transducer, the mass envelopes the moveable portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2016
    Publication date: January 26, 2017
    Inventors: James Kengo Andersen, Eric Lee Goldner, Agop Hygasov Cherbettchian, Gerald Robert Baker, David T. Beatson
  • Flange gasket installation apparatus and method
    Patent number: 9522462
    Abstract: A gasket retaining apparatus and a method which uses the apparatus to install a gasket between a pair of flanges. The retaining apparatus includes a gasket holding element which is temporarily secured between the flanges while joining the flanges together. A gasket groove is formed in the forward edge of the gasket holding element and one or more bolting slots extend into the body of the holding element from the forward edge. The gasket holding element preferably also includes a pair of retention holes so that a pair of releasable locking pins can be inserted through a pair of the bolt holes of one of the flanges and into the retention holes to temporarily secure the gasket holding element during the installation process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Inventors: Robert Baker, Timothy J. Ogier
  • GRASS TRIMMER AND CORD DELIVERING METHOD OF GRASS TRIMMER
    Publication number: 20160345493
    Abstract: The invention provides a grass trimmer and a cord delivering method for a grass trimmer, the grass trimmer comprises an extending rod, an housing, a grass trimming head, a handle, a main motor and a main switch, wherein the grass trimming head comprises a base, a cap and a spool having a first state relative static with the base, and the grass trimmer further comprises a cord delivering mechanism; the cord delivering mechanism comprises a cord delivering electronic switch independent of the main switch and a control device; and the cord delivering electronic switch operably electrically controls the control device to enable the spool to be in a second state capable of generating a rotary speed difference with the base. An operator does not need to interrupt work of the grass trimmer and can timely pay off required and the cord delivering operation is simple and convenient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2016
    Publication date: December 1, 2016
    Applicant: Positec Power Tools (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Yichun MA, Shisong ZHANG, Guoliang MOU, Hongfeng ZHONG, Fangshi LIU, Xiaoli PANG, Robert BAKER, Brandon MARTIN
  • Fiber optic transducers, fiber optic accelerometers and fiber optic sensing systems
    Patent number: 9488463
    Abstract: A fiber optic transducer is provided. The fiber optic transducer includes a fixed portion configured to be secured to a body of interest, a moveable portion having a range of motion with respect to the fixed portion, a spring positioned between the fixed portion and the moveable portion, and a length of fiber wound between the fixed portion and the moveable portion. The length of fiber spans the spring. The fiber optic transducer also includes a mass engaged with the moveable portion. In one disclosed aspect of the transducer, the mass envelopes the moveable portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Avalon Sciences Ltd
    Inventors: James Kengo Andersen, Eric Lee Goldner, Agop Hygasov Cherbettchian, Gerald Robert Baker, David T. Beatson
  • GRASS TRIMMER AND CORD DELIVERING METHOD OF GRASS TRIMMER
    Publication number: 20160249529
    Abstract: The invention provides a grass trimmer and a cord delivering method for a grass trimmer, the grass trimmer comprises an extending rod, an housing, a grass trimming head, a handle, a main motor and a main switch, wherein the grass trimming head comprises a base, a cap and a spool having a first state relative static with the base, and the grass trimmer further comprises a cord delivering mechanism; the cord delivering mechanism comprises a cord delivering electronic switch independent of the main switch and a control device; and the cord delivering electronic switch operably electrically controls the control device to enable the spool to be in a second state capable of generating a rotary speed difference with the base. An operator does not need to interrupt work of the grass trimmer and can timely pay off required and the cord delivering operation is simple and convenient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2016
    Publication date: September 1, 2016
    Inventors: Yichun MA, Shisong ZHANG, Guoliang MOU, Hongfeng ZHONG, Fangshi LIU, Xiaoli PANG, Robert BAKER, Brandon MARTIN
  • FLANGE GASKET INSTALLATION APPARATUS AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20160136796
    Abstract: A gasket retaining apparatus and a method which uses the apparatus to install a gasket between a pair of flanges. The retaining apparatus includes a gasket holding element which is temporarily secured between the flanges while joining the flanges together. A gasket groove is formed in the forward edge of the gasket holding element and one or more bolting slots extend into the body of the holding element from the forward edge. The gasket holding element preferably also includes a pair of retention holes so that a pair of releasable locking pins can be inserted through a pair of the bolt holes of one of the flanges and into the retention holes to temporarily secure the gasket holding element during the installation process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2014
    Publication date: May 19, 2016
    Inventors: Robert Baker, Timothy J. Ogier
  • Generation of highly N-type, defect passivated transition metal oxides using plasma fluorine insertion
    Patent number: 9312342
    Abstract: A new composition of matter is disclosed wherein oxygen vacancies in a semiconducting transition metal oxide such as titanium dioxide are filled with a halogen such as Fluorine, whereby the conductivity of the composition is greatly enhanced, while at the same time the chemical stability of the composition is greatly improved. Stoichiometric titanium dioxide having less than 3 % oxygen vacancies is subject to fluorine insertion such that oxygen vacancies are filled, limited amounts of fluorine replace additional oxygen atoms and fluorine interstitially inserts into the body of the TiO2 composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: L. Robert Baker, Hyungtak Seo, Antoine Hervier, Gabor A. Somorjai
  • Toilet seat with handle
    Patent number: D790675
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Baker