Patents by Inventor Robert Bartlett

Robert Bartlett 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: 10715860
    Abstract: In combination with video content transmitted by a video streaming service, additional content may also be displayed to viewers. The video streaming service may provide a framework that allows the additional content to be provided by third parties. By allowing third parties to develop and provide additional content, the range of interactions and experiences made available through such content may, in some cases, be significantly expanded. The additional content may be displayed inside a respective assigned area, such as an inline frame (Iframe), embedded within a web page or other interface in which the video content is displayed. Additionally, techniques may be provided for controlling focus between a video player that displays the video content and the embedded area that displays the additional content, for example to help ensure that user input is provided to its intended target.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: Twitch Interactive, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Bartlett, Joshua Madewell, Ke Zhang, Karl Patrick, Matthew Rudder, Ryan Lubinski, Greg Humphreys, Yoh Suzuki, Matthew Herbert Earl Walsh, David Cusatis, Patrick Sanchez
  • Patent number: 10663562
    Abstract: A method for characterizing a FM chirp signal generated by a device under test (DUT) is disclosed. The method comprises receiving a selection of a sample frequency and chirp duration for capturing the FM chirp signal. The method also comprises down converting the FM chirp signal and capturing the FM chirp signal using a digital pin electronics card. The method comprises obtaining a plurality of period measurements from the captured FM chirp signal using a timing measurement unit (TMU) of an automated test equipment (ATE) and converting each of the plurality of period measurements into corresponding frequency values.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2020
    Assignee: ADVANTEST CORPORATION
    Inventors: Roger McAleenan, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20200122827
    Abstract: An improved vehicle with superior performance and reliability. The vehicle, such as an unmanned aerial vehicle, is capable of vertical takeoff and landing, uses three swashless, variable-pitch vertical lift main rotors with a yaw tail rotor system. Two rear main rotors are optionally tiltrotors, which pivot to increase forward speed without the increased coefficient of drag inherent in tilting the entire vehicle. The three main rotors are positioned in an equilateral triangular configuration, improving balance, increasing load-bearing strength, and making it more compact in size. Movements are controlled through changes in pitch of the rotors, allowing the motors to maintain constant governed rotations per minute, maximizing drivetrain efficiency. Vehicle configurations disclosed herein allow for smaller vehicle size with greater performance than prior art vehicles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Applicant: California Institute of Technology
    Inventors: Reza Nemovi, Robert Bartlett
  • Patent number: 10401476
    Abstract: A method for characterizing a FM chirp signal generated by a device under test (DUT) is disclosed. The method comprises receiving a selection of a sample frequency and chirp duration for capturing the FM chirp signal. The method also comprises down converting the FM chirp signal and capturing the FM chirp signal using a digital pin electronics card. The method comprises obtaining a plurality of period measurements from the captured FM chirp signal using a timing measurement unit (TMU) of an automated test equipment (ATE) and converting each of the plurality of period measurements into corresponding frequency values.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: ADVANTEST CORPORATION
    Inventors: Roger McAleenan, Robert Bartlett
  • Patent number: 10315759
    Abstract: A vehicle with superior performance and reliability. The vehicle, such as an unmanned aerial vehicle, is capable of vertical takeoff and landing, uses three swashless, variable-pitch vertical lift main rotors with a yaw tail rotor system. Two rear main rotors are optionally tiltrotors, which pivot to increase forward speed without the increased coefficient of drag inherent in tilting the entire vehicle. The three main rotors are positioned in an equilateral triangular configuration, improving balance, increasing load-bearing strength, and making it more compact in size. Movements are controlled through changes in pitch of the rotors, allowing the motors to maintain constant governed rotations per minute, maximizing drivetrain efficiency. Various embodiments allow for smaller vehicle size with greater performance than prior art vehicles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2019
    Assignee: California Institute of Technology
    Inventors: Reza Nemovi, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20190154798
    Abstract: A method for characterizing a FM chirp signal generated by a device under test (DUT) is disclosed. The method comprises receiving a selection of a sample frequency and chirp duration for capturing the FM chirp signal. The method also comprises down converting the FM chirp signal and capturing the FM chirp signal using a digital pin electronics card. The method comprises obtaining a plurality of period measurements from the captured FM chirp signal using a timing measurement unit (TMU) of an automated test equipment (ATE) and converting each of the plurality of period measurements into corresponding frequency values.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2019
    Publication date: May 23, 2019
    Inventors: Roger McAleenan, Robert Bartlett
  • Patent number: 9523250
    Abstract: A method of transmitting a fluid into an oil well bore including the steps of providing a frame supporting a vessel, the vessel having an interior, upper and lower end portions, a conically shaped side wall, and an outlet for discharging the fluid from the vessel. Further including the steps of adding a viscous polymeric material to the vessel interior, placing a discharge pipe having a vertical section below the vessel wherein the discharge pipe is in communication with the outlet, placing a positive displacement pump within the discharge pipe wherein the pump transmits fluid from the outlet into the discharge pipe downstream of the vertical pipe section, and selectively transmitting fluid to either the vessel interior (for recirculating) or into the well. Air is added to the discharge flow line downstream of the pump. Preferably, the vessel contains a flexible bladder/bag that holds the material to be pumped.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Inventors: Danny Ness, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20160311528
    Abstract: An improved vehicle with superior performance and reliability. The vehicle, such as an unmanned aerial vehicle, is capable of vertical takeoff and landing, uses three swashless, variable-pitch vertical lift main rotors with a yaw tail rotor system. Two rear main rotors are optionally tiltrotors, which pivot to increase forward speed without the increased coefficient of drag inherent in tilting the entire vehicle. The three main rotors are positioned in an equilateral triangular configuration, improving balance, increasing load-bearing strength, and making it more compact in size. Movements are controlled through changes in pitch of the rotors, allowing the motors to maintain constant governed rotations per minute, maximizing drivetrain efficiency. Vehicle configurations disclosed herein allow for smaller vehicle size with greater performance than prior art vehicles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2016
    Publication date: October 27, 2016
    Inventors: Reza Nemovi, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20160291131
    Abstract: A method for characterizing a FM chirp signal generated by a device under test (DUT) is disclosed. The method comprises receiving a selection of a sample frequency and chirp duration for capturing the FM chirp signal. The method also comprises down converting the FM chirp signal and capturing the FM chirp signal using a digital pin electronics card. The method comprises obtaining a plurality of period measurements from the captured FM chirp signal using a timing measurement unit (TMU) of an automated test equipment (ATE) and converting each of the plurality of period measurements into corresponding frequency values.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2016
    Publication date: October 6, 2016
    Inventors: Roger McAleenan, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20160022523
    Abstract: An interlock vessel having an air-tight body with opposing ends. A portion of the body is designed to fit into a decompression (hyperbaric) chamber, wherein a diver or a patient undergoing a decompression treatment is positioned. The opposing ends are closed by pivotally moveable doors and locking assemblies that retain the doors in a closed position until the pressure inside the decompression chamber and the exterior of the chamber can be equalized. The outer door has two locking systems: (a) an interlock system and (b) a safety/delay locking system. Both locking assemblies are manually operated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2015
    Publication date: January 28, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20150345238
    Abstract: A fluids management apparatus is disclosed herein that enables management of multiple volumes of different fluids when drilling and/or producing oil and/or gas with an oil and gas well drilling platform. The apparatus includes a structural, transportable frame that has upper and lower reservoir sections, each with a plurality of tanks for holding fluid. The upper reservoir section is easily lifted and transported, such as by crane. A docking station on the lower reservoir section is receptive of the upper reservoir section. A piping system enables a selected fluid volume contained in a tank of the upper reservoir section to be selectively transmitted to a selected tank of the lower reservoir section. The lower reservoir section has its own piping system that enables a user to withdraw fluid from any selected one of its tanks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2015
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Inventors: Daniel W. Ness, Robert BARTLETT
  • Patent number: 9027596
    Abstract: A fluids management apparatus is disclosed herein that enables management of multiple volumes of different fluids when drilling and/or producing oil and/or gas with an oil and gas well drilling platform. The apparatus includes a structural, transportable frame that has upper and lower reservoir sections, each with a plurality of tanks for holding fluid. The upper reservoir section is easily lifted and transported, such as by crane. A docking station on the lower reservoir section is receptive of the upper reservoir section. A piping system enables a selected fluid volume contained in a tank of the upper reservoir section to be selectively transmitted to a selected tank of the lower reservoir section. The lower reservoir section has its own piping system that enables a user to withdraw fluid from any selected one of its tanks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Inventors: Daniel W. Ness, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20130087217
    Abstract: A fluids management apparatus is disclosed herein that enables management of multiple volumes of different fluids when drilling and/or producing oil and/or gas with an oil and gas well drilling platform. The apparatus includes a structural, transportable frame that has upper and lower reservoir sections, each with a plurality of tanks for holding fluid. The upper reservoir section is easily lifted and transported, such as by crane. A docking station on the lower reservoir section is receptive of the upper reservoir section. A piping system enables a selected fluid volume contained in a tank of the upper reservoir section to be selectively transmitted to a selected tank of the lower reservoir section. The lower reservoir section has its own piping system that enables a user to withdraw fluid from any selected one of its tanks.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2012
    Publication date: April 11, 2013
    Inventors: Daniel W. NESS, Robert BARTLETT
  • Publication number: 20120125615
    Abstract: A method of transmitting a fluid into an oil well bore provides a frame supporting a vessel, the vessel having an interior, upper and lower end portions, a conically shaped side wall, and an outlet for discharging the fluid from the vessel. A viscous polymeric material is added to the vessel interior. A discharge pipe having a vertical section is placed below the vessel, the discharge pipe being in communication with the outlet. A positive displacement pump is contained within the discharge pipe. The pump transmits fluid from the outlet into the discharge pipe downstream of the vertical pipe section or pump. The fluid is selectively transmitted to either the vessel interior (for recirculating) or into the well. Air is added to the discharge flow line downstream of the pump. In one embodiment, the vessel contains a flexible bladder or bag that holds the material to be pumped.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Inventors: Danny NESS, Robert BARTLETT
  • Publication number: 20080302990
    Abstract: What is provided is an interlocking vent valve which when mounted on the body of the air lock is connected to a moving interlock pin with a linkage. When the interlock valve is closed the connected interlock pin extends through a hole in the body ring. The interlock pin blocks the path which the door ring lug must follow in order to open. In order to open the exterior door of the air lock, the operators must retract the interlock pin. The action which retracts the interlock pin also opens the interlock/vent valve which allows the pressure in the interlock to rapidly vent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2007
    Publication date: December 11, 2008
    Inventor: Robert Bartlett
  • Patent number: 7071222
    Abstract: A solid composition comprising 5-methyl-4?-trifluoromethyl-4-isoxazole carboxanilide and N-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-cyano-3-hydroxycrotonic acid amide, suitable for treatment of immunological and cancerous diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2006
    Assignee: Sanofi-Aventis Deuschland GmbH
    Inventors: Robert Bartlett, Johann Then
  • Publication number: 20050080118
    Abstract: The use of compound 1 and/or 2 of the formulae and of physiologically tolerable salts of compound 2 for the treatment of rejection reactions of the organ recipient to the transplanted organ is described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2003
    Publication date: April 14, 2005
    Inventor: Robert Bartlett
  • Patent number: 6545006
    Abstract: The invention relates to a process for obtaining L-dihydroorotic acid by chromatography on an anionic exchange material in a base water mixture under a pressure from about 1.1 MPa to about 40 MPa. The process can be used to investigate the in vitro and in vivo activity of N-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)-5-methylisoxazole-4-carboxamide, N-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-cyano-3-hydroxycrontonamide and similar compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Assignee: Aventis Pharma Deutschland GmbH
    Inventors: Ulrike Milbert, Robert Bartlett, Eric Ruuth, Claude Fudali
  • Patent number: 6403299
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the identification and molecular-biological and biochemical characterization of novel DEAH-box proteins which show structural similarity with other known helicases. The invention also relates to DNA sequences encoding such proteins. It is demonstrated that such proteins bind ATP and nucleic acid and possess helicase and ATPase activities. This invention further relates to processes for preparation of such proteins and their use in pharmacologically relevant test systems and therapeutic applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: Aventis Research & Technologies GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Bernd Kirschbaum, Stefan Muellner, Robert Bartlett
  • Publication number: 20020006945
    Abstract: Combination preparation, comprising 5-methyl-4′-trifluoromethyl-4-isoxazolecarboxanilide and N-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)-2-cyano-3-hydroxycrotonamide
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 1998
    Publication date: January 17, 2002
    Applicant: Aventis Pharma Deutschland GmbH
    Inventors: ROBERT BARTLETT, JOHANN THEN