Patents by Inventor Robert Ferguson

Robert Ferguson 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).

  • Publication number: 20260077785
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges. Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2025
    Publication date: March 19, 2026
    Applicant: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Patent number: 12559136
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges. Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2024
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2026
    Assignee: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Publication number: 20250382158
    Abstract: There is provided improved pole tongs. The pole tongs may include a first tong and a second tong, each having proximal and distal ends, with the distal ends having a pole engagement device for engaging a pole and the proximal end having a device for engagement with a lifting device. The first and second tongs may be scissorily connected to one another between the respective proximal and distal ends so that the respective pole engagement devices engage the pole therebetween when the lifting device is operated. An attachment device may be attached to each of the first and to the second tongs and a safety connector may be provided that is connectable to the respective attachment devices and configured to hang below the engagement devices when the pole is engaged therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2024
    Publication date: December 18, 2025
    Inventor: Robert FERGUSON
  • Publication number: 20250018972
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges. Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2024
    Publication date: January 16, 2025
    Applicant: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Patent number: 12043280
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges. Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2024
    Assignee: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Publication number: 20230202513
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges, Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2022
    Publication date: June 29, 2023
    Applicant: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Patent number: 11507099
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges. Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Patent number: 11281508
    Abstract: Systems and methods for low memory killer protection are disclosed. According to one embodiment, in an information processing apparatus comprising at least one computer processor and executing an operating system including a LMK subsystem, a method for providing low memory killer (LMK) protection may include: (1) a non-system application embedded with a SDK initiating a foreground service at the beginning of a use case session; (2) the non-system application causing the foreground service to create an ongoing notification with the operating system, wherein the ongoing notification causes the non-system application to have no lower than a perceptible LMK status during the use case session; (3) the non-system application completing the use case session; and (4) the non-system application causing the foreground service to remove the ongoing notification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2022
    Assignee: VERIFONE, INC.
    Inventors: Joshua David Galicia, Nicholas James Versino, Christopher Scott Gremo, Robert Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20200301833
    Abstract: Systems and methods for low memory killer protection are disclosed. According to one embodiment, in an information processing apparatus comprising at least one computer processor and executing an operating system including a LMK subsystem, a method for providing low memory killer (LMK) protection may include: (1) a non-system application embedded with a SDK initiating a foreground service at the beginning of a use case session; (2) the non-system application causing the foreground service to create an ongoing notification with the operating system, wherein the ongoing notification causes the non-system application to have no lower than a perceptible LMK status during the use case session; (3) the non-system application completing the use case session; and (4) the non-system application causing the foreground service to remove the ongoing notification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2019
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Inventors: Joshua David Galicia, Nicholas James Versino, Christopher Scott Gremo, Robert Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20200081445
    Abstract: Graphs are powerful structures made of nodes and edges. Information can be encoded in the nodes and edges themselves, as well as the connections between them. Graphs can be used to create manifolds which in turn can be used to efficiently train more robust AI systems. Systems and methods for graph-based AI training in accordance with embodiments of the invention are illustrated. In one embodiment, a graph interface system including a processor, and a memory configured to store a graph interface application, where the graph interface application directs the processor to obtain a set of training data, where the set of training data describes a plurality of scenarios, encode the set of training data into a first knowledge graph, generate a manifold based on the first knowledge graph, and train an AI model by traversing the manifold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2019
    Publication date: March 12, 2020
    Applicant: dRISK, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Chess Stetson, Kris Chaisanguanthum, Robert Ferguson, Boris Revechkis
  • Patent number: 10369754
    Abstract: Composite fibers created by a process including vertically texturizing and impregnating resin into the fibers at controlled viscosity results in stronger fibers in which virtually no microbubbles are trapped resulting in improved tensile strength for use in reinforcing concrete and other materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2019
    Inventors: Oleksandr Biland, Robert Ferguson
  • Patent number: 10112038
    Abstract: A check valve assembly having a reduced net impact upon hemolysis, where the valve assembly has an elongated valve body including an inlet port, an outlet port, and an internal channel communicating between the ports, with each port disposed about and generally aligned with a central longitudinal axis of the body. The inlet port includes an umbrella-type check valve, and the internal channel is defined by three annular wall portions: a first annular wall portion aligned generally perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis to form a valve seat, a second annular wall portion that is generally concave, and a third annular wall portion that is generally convex, with the first, second and third annular wall portions forming an adjoining and essentially continuously curved, contiguous interior surface which smoothly redirects fluid flow toward the central longitudinal axis of the body and the outlet port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: VERNAY LABORATORIES, INC.
    Inventor: Robert Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20180222132
    Abstract: Composite fibers created by a process including vertically texturizing and impregnating resin into the fibers at controlled viscosity results in stronger fibers in which virtually no microbubbles are trapped resulting in improved tensile strength for use in reinforcing concrete and other materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 3, 2017
    Publication date: August 9, 2018
    Inventors: Oleksandr Biland, Robert Ferguson
  • Patent number: 9897225
    Abstract: A solenoid fluid control valve having a valve body containing a solenoid coil, a fluid channel, and a seat, each coaxially disposed about a central longitudinal axis of the body, and a one-piece armature of MRE material. The armature is disposed within the fluid channel and magnetically actuable to seal against the seat, with operation of the solenoid coil actuating the armature with respect to the seat to alter the closure state of a fluid port. Also, a fluid check valve having a first valve body part defining a seat, a fluid port, and a first portion of a fluid chamber, with the seat including a permanent magnet element disposed adjacent the fluid port proximate the fluid chamber. A one-piece armature of MRE material is disposed across the fluid port and magnetically sealable against the magnet element. The armature and magnet element are configured to create a preselected magnetization offset pressure portion of a valve cracking pressure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2018
    Assignee: VERNAY LABORATORIES, INC.
    Inventor: Robert Ferguson
  • Patent number: 9896592
    Abstract: A fluid check valve incorporating a temporary elastomeric functional barrier membrane, the check valve having a sealing member comprising a first elastomer and a barrier membrane comprising a second elastomer, different from the first elastomer, disposed directly upon the surface of the sealing member so as to form a continuous layer over at least a seal opening of the sealing member. The barrier membrane may include a photoinitiator and coagent which aids in the ultraviolet (UV) curing of the second elastomer after application upon the first. The barrier membrane may applied as a solution of monomers, photoinitiator, and optional coagent, the solvent evaporated, and the deposited solutes exposed to ultraviolet so as to form the barrier membrane material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2018
    Assignee: VERNAY LABORATORIES, INC.
    Inventor: Robert Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20160228689
    Abstract: A check valve assembly having a reduced net impact upon hemolysis, where the valve assembly has an elongated valve body including an inlet port, an outlet port, and an internal channel communicating between the ports, with each port disposed about and generally aligned with a central longitudinal axis of the body. The inlet port includes an umbrella-type check valve, and the internal channel is defined by three annular wall portions: a first annular wall portion aligned generally perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis to form a valve seat, a second annular wall potion that is generally concave, and a third annular wall portion that is generally convex, with the first, second and third annular wall portions forming an adjoining and essentially continuously curved, contiguous interior surface which smoothly redirects fluid flow toward the central longitudinal axis of the body and the outlet port.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2016
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Inventor: Robert FERGUSON
  • Publication number: 20160146359
    Abstract: A fluid check valve incorporating a temporary elastomeric functional barrier membrane, the check valve having a sealing member comprising a first elastomer and a barrier membrane comprising a second elastomer, different from the first elastomer, disposed directly upon the surface of the sealing member so as to form a continuous layer over at least a seal opening of the sealing member. The barrier membrane may include a photoinitiator and coagent which aids in the ultraviolet (UV) curing of the second elastomer after application upon the first. The barrier membrane may applied as a solution of monomers, photoinitiator, and optional coagent, the solvent evaporated, and the deposited solutes exposed to ultraviolet so as to form the barrier membrane material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2014
    Publication date: May 26, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20150184770
    Abstract: A solenoid fluid control valve having a valve body containing a solenoid coil, a fluid channel, and a seat, each coaxially disposed about a central longitudinal axis of the body, and a one-piece armature of MRE material. The armature is disposed within the fluid channel and magnetically actuable to seal against the seat, with operation of the solenoid coil actuating the armature with respect to the seat to alter the closure state of a fluid port. Also, a fluid check valve having a first valve body part defining a seat, a fluid port, and a first portion of a fluid chamber, with the seat including a permanent magnet element disposed adjacent the fluid port proximate the fluid chamber. A one-piece armature of MRE material is disposed across the fluid port and magnetically sealable against the magnet element. The armature and magnet element are configured to create a preselected magnetization offset pressure portion of a valve cracking pressure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2015
    Publication date: July 2, 2015
    Inventor: Robert Ferguson
  • Publication number: 20150114720
    Abstract: A method of manufacturing coated components, e.g., for use in downhole drilling, which may limit, during the manufacturing process, the formation of microfissures and other performance-inhibiting characteristics in the abrasion resistant coating. The method may include applying an abrasion resistant coating composition to a substrate. The abrasion resistant coating composition and at least the surface of the substrate may be heated to effect metallurgical bonding of the abrasion resistant coating composition with the substrate. The substrate may then be austempered under process conditions selected to limit the volume of expansion of the substrate during austempering to less than about 0.8%.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: Robert Ferguson, Peter T. Cariveau
  • Publication number: 20130221255
    Abstract: A solenoid fluid control valve having a valve body containing a solenoid coil, a fluid channel, and a seat, each coaxially disposed about a central longitudinal axis of the body, and a one-piece armature of MRE material. The armature is disposed within the fluid channel and magnetically actuable to seal against the seat, with operation of the solenoid coil actuating the armature with respect to the seat to alter the closure state of a fluid port. Also, a fluid check valve having a first valve body part defining a seat, a fluid port, and a first portion of a fluid chamber, with the seat including a permanent magnet element disposed adjacent the fluid port proximate the fluid chamber. A one-piece armature of MRE material is disposed across the fluid port and magnetically sealable against the magnet element. The armature and magnet element are configured to create a preselected magnetization offset pressure portion of a valve cracking pressure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2012
    Publication date: August 29, 2013
    Applicant: Vernay Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Ferguson