Patents by Inventor Robert D Daley
Robert D Daley 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).
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Publication number: 20230414010Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2023Publication date: December 28, 2023Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 11684173Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2019Date of Patent: June 27, 2023Assignee: Thorley Industries, LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Publication number: 20190343298Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 10324460Abstract: Systems and methods define a stimulation pattern for a juvenile product utilizing a mobile device that executes a mobile application that is linked to the juvenile product. The method comprises the step of recognizing, by the mobile device when executing the mobile app, the user-defined stimulation pattern for the juvenile product. The stimulation pattern can be a vibration pattern or a motion pattern, and can be detected in a number of different ways by the mobile device. The method further comprises the step of determining control signals for the actuator(s) of the juvenile product based on the user-defined stimulation pattern that is recognized by the mobile device. The method further comprises the step of, in response to receiving a command to execute the user-defined stimulation pattern, controlling the actuator(s) of the juvenile product based on the stored control signals for the user-defined stimulation pattern.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2016Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Erica Sandbothe, Kevin Dowling, Mary J. Koes, Arjit Arora, Suraj Joseph, Henry F. Thorne, Robert D. Daley, Mara McFadden, Richard Juchniewicz
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Patent number: 10231555Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2017Date of Patent: March 19, 2019Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Publication number: 20180125262Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2017Publication date: May 10, 2018Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 9763524Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2016Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 9731745Abstract: A stroller includes: a first stroller component and a second stroller component. At least one of the first and second stroller components is movable from a first position to a second position. The stroller also includes: a drive mechanism operatively engaged with the at least one of the first and second stroller components to move the at least one of the first and second stroller components from its first position to its second position; and a disengaging mechanism for disengaging the operative engagement between the drive mechanism and the at least one of the first and second stroller components to facilitate manual movement of the at least one of the first and second stroller components.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2011Date of Patent: August 15, 2017Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Henry F. Thorne, Robert D. Daley, Mary J. Koes
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Publication number: 20170129369Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2016Publication date: May 11, 2017Inventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker
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Patent number: 9642474Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2014Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Publication number: 20170072982Abstract: A lightweight collapsible stroller is provided. The stroller includes: a frame including a first portion movable relative to a second portion; a drive mechanism coupled to the frame, which moves the first portion relative to the second portion, thereby transitioning the frame between an open position and a closed position; and a latch mounted to the frame. The latch is positioned to engage at least a portion of the first portion or the second portion when the frame is in its open position to restrict the first portion from moving relative to the second portion. Upon actuation, the drive mechanism causes the latch to release, such that the first portion of the frame moves relative to the second portion of the frame, thereby allowing the frame to transition to the closed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 23, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Henry F. Thorne, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Justine Rembisz, John J. Walker, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Mary J. Koes
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Patent number: 9527411Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2015Date of Patent: December 27, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker
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Publication number: 20160302586Abstract: Systems and methods define a stimulation pattern for a juvenile product utilizing a mobile device that executes a mobile application that is linked to the juvenile product. The method comprises the step of recognizing, by the mobile device when executing the mobile app, the user-defined stimulation pattern for the juvenile product. The stimulation pattern can be a vibration pattern or a motion pattern, and can be detected in a number of different ways by the mobile device. The method further comprises the step of determining control signals for the actuator(s) of the juvenile product based on the user-defined stimulation pattern that is recognized by the mobile device. The method further comprises the step of, in response to receiving a command to execute the user-defined stimulation pattern, controlling the actuator(s) of the juvenile product based on the stored control signals for the user-defined stimulation pattern.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2016Publication date: October 20, 2016Inventors: Erica Sandbothe, Kevin Dowling, Mary J. Koes, Arjit Arora, Suraj Joseph, Henry F. Thorne, Robert D. Daley, Mara McFadden, Richard Juchniewicz
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Publication number: 20160270552Abstract: An infant care apparatus includes a base; a drive mechanism disposed on the base; a controller electronically coupled to the drive mechanism; and a support device coupled to the drive mechanism. The support device is configured to be moved in both a horizontal and vertical direction relative to the base by the drive mechanism. The drive mechanism is controlled by the controller to move the support device in a plurality of motion profiles relative to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2016Publication date: September 22, 2016Inventors: Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, Mary J. Koes, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 9446779Abstract: A stroller is provided, which includes a frame and a drive mechanism coupled to the frame and configured to transition the frame between an open position and a closed position. The drive mechanism includes: a cable drive; at least one spool rotated by the cable drive; at least one cable received by the at least one spool and connected to the frame; and at least one biasing member connected to the at least one cable for removing slack from the at least one cable. The stroller is configured such that rotation of the at least one spool by the cable drive causes the cable to exert a force against the frame to transition the frame between the open position and the closed position or between the closed position and the open position.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2014Date of Patent: September 20, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Justine Rembisz, Robert D. Daley, Frederick Karl Hopke, Henry F. Thorne, John J. Walker, Elijah M. Wiegmann
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Publication number: 20160207497Abstract: Child restraint systems are disclosed. The child restraint systems can include a base portion and a seat portion. The child restraint systems can include at least one motor-driven subsystem for installing the child restraint system in a vehicle, such as a motor-driven tensioner and/or motor-driven leveler. The motor-driven subsystem(s) can be coupled to a power source, such as a battery pack. The child restraint systems can also include a microcontroller, which can be coupled to the power source and a motor for the motor-driven subsystem. The base portion and/or the seat portion can include a plurality of sensors in communication with microcontroller. The sensors can detect an installation condition and/or state of the child restraint system.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2016Publication date: July 21, 2016Inventors: Jacob A. Seal, Arjit Arora, Elijah A. Richter, Sean D. Beaudette, Daniel A. Kanitz, Henry F. Thorne, Robert D. Daley
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Patent number: 9381835Abstract: Provided is a child restraint system (CRS) with automated installation that provides automated feedback and control of seat installation angle, belt latching and tightening, and confirmation of correct install. The CRS utilizes sensors to monitor CRS base angle relative to level, confirm correct latching of the CRS to its base and then to the vehicle seat, and confirm tightening of the belts to the required tension to be crashworthy. The stepwise operation and confirmation of the installation procedure may be operated via button(s) or other tactical input, and relayed to the user via electronic visual display and/or audible means. All operations will be overseen and processed by an integrated control system, affording minimal user decision or interface. An intelligent latching device which can be adapted for use with an existing CRS is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2014Date of Patent: July 5, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries, LLCInventors: David Szakelyhidi, Robert D. Daley, Henry F. Thorne, Frederick Karl Hopke, John J. Walker
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Patent number: D764819Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2015Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Robert D. Daley, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Jordan Zito, Robert Stutler
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Patent number: D769630Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2015Date of Patent: October 25, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Robert D. Daley, Elijah Wiegmann, Jordan Zito, Robert Stutler
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Patent number: D771987Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2015Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Assignee: Thorley Industries LLCInventors: Robert D. Daley, Elijah M. Wiegmann, Justin Adleff, Parker Trow, Daniel Kanitz