Patents by Inventor Robert Kodadek
Robert Kodadek 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: 20240060592Abstract: A pipe rehabilitation system and/or robot can be used inside a pipe to measure characteristics of branch conduits, install plugs into branch conduits before the pipe is lined with a liner, remove portions of plugs and liners after lining to restore fluid communication between the pipe and branch conduits, and/or install fittings into the branch conduits to connect the liner to the branch conduits. A probe can measure characteristics of a branch conduit. A tool can install plugs and/or fittings into the branch conduits. A linkage can connect a tool to a robotic tractor so that the connected elements can navigate through a main pipe. A visualization system can aid in aligning a robot with a branch conduit. Height-adjustable braces can support robotic tools in a pipe. A plug can include integrated locating features and/or movable parts that enable expanding the plug to seal with the branch conduit.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2023Publication date: February 22, 2024Inventors: Rick Baxter, Robert Kodadek, Hermann Herrlich, Steven McKeefrey, John Webster
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Patent number: 11828400Abstract: A pipe rehabilitation system and/or robot can be used inside a pipe to measure characteristics of branch conduits, install plugs into branch conduits before the pipe is lined with a liner, remove portions of plugs and liners after lining to restore fluid communication between the pipe and branch conduits, and/or install fittings into the branch conduits to connect the liner to the branch conduits. A probe can measure characteristics of a branch conduit. A tool can install plugs and/or fittings into the branch conduits. A linkage can connect a tool to a robotic tractor so that the connected elements can navigate through a main pipe. A visualization system can aid in aligning a robot with a branch conduit. Height-adjustable braces can support robotic tools in a pipe. A plug can include integrated locating features and/or movable parts that enable expanding the plug to seal with the branch conduit.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2022Date of Patent: November 28, 2023Assignee: INA Acquisition Corp.Inventors: Rick Baxter, Robert Kodadek, Hermann Herrlich, Steven McKeefrey, John Webster
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Publication number: 20230283759Abstract: A system and method for presenting three-dimensional content that can present the three-dimensional content with a fidelity that can be matched to a fidelity or perceivable depth achievable by the display. The system or method can include receiving content, converting the content to a shared representation that can be used for any display, displaying the content on the display via the shared representation.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2023Publication date: September 7, 2023Inventors: Shawn Michael Frayne, Caleb Johnston, Alexander Duncan, Robert Kodadek, Michelle Senteio, Bryan Christopher Brown, Albert Hwang, Casey Pugh
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Publication number: 20230262208Abstract: A system and/or method can be operable to receive a plurality of views of one or more scenes (e.g., from different perspectives) and generate a lightfield image and/or lightfield video from the plurality of views. The generated lightfield image and/or lightfield video can be encoded, transmitted, and/or decoded, for instance to facilitate sharing of the lightfield image and/or light field video.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2023Publication date: August 17, 2023Inventors: Kyle Appelgate, Evan Kahn, Alexis Hornstein, Shawn Michael Frayne, Matthew Collins, Char Stiles, Robert Kodadek
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Publication number: 20220397224Abstract: A pipe rehabilitation system and/or robot can be used inside a pipe to measure characteristics of branch conduits, install plugs into branch conduits before the pipe is lined with a liner, remove portions of plugs and liners after lining to restore fluid communication between the pipe and branch conduits, and/or install fittings into the branch conduits to connect the liner to the branch conduits. A probe can measure characteristics of a branch conduit. A tool can install plugs and/or fittings into the branch conduits. A linkage can connect a tool to a robotic tractor so that the connected elements can navigate through a main pipe. A visualization system can aid in aligning a robot with a branch conduit. Height-adjustable braces can support robotic tools in a pipe. A plug can include integrated locating features and/or movable parts that enable expanding the plug to seal with the branch conduit.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2022Publication date: December 15, 2022Inventors: Rick Baxter, Robert Kodadek, Hermann Herrlich, Steven McKeefrey, John Webster
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Patent number: 11391407Abstract: A pipe rehabilitation system and/or robot can be used inside a pipe to measure characteristics of branch conduits, install plugs into branch conduits before the pipe is lined with a liner, remove portions of plugs and liners after lining to restore fluid communication between the pipe and branch conduits, and/or install fittings into the branch conduits to connect the liner to the branch conduits. A probe can measure characteristics of a branch conduit. A tool can install plugs and/or fittings into the branch conduits. A linkage can connect a tool to a robotic tractor so that the connected elements can navigate through a main pipe. A visualization system can aid in aligning a robot with a branch conduit. Height-adjustable braces can support robotic tools in a pipe. A plug can include integrated locating features and/or movable parts that enable expanding the plug to seal with the branch conduit.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2019Date of Patent: July 19, 2022Assignee: INA Acquisition Corp.Inventors: Rick Baxter, Robert Kodadek, Hermann Herrlich, Steven McKeefrey, John Webster
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Patent number: 10811856Abstract: A system for servicing cable includes a plurality of jaws operable between an open position for receiving a cable in a direction transverse to a cable axis such that the cable extends axially beyond the jaws in two directions, and a closed position for engaging and rotationally fixing the cable about the cable axis. A tool arrangement is disposed proximate to the base and includes at least one tool operable to perform work on the cable when the cable is engaged by the jaws. The tool arrangement is operable to perform at least one of a rotational movement around or an axial movement along the cable axis and to operate the tool.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2016Date of Patent: October 20, 2020Assignees: ULC Robotics, Inc., Consolidated Edison Company of New YorkInventors: Alex Symington, Hermann Herrlich, George Lohr, Robert Kodadek
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Patent number: 10712391Abstract: A modular device is used to inspect a confined space in a machine. The entire inspection coverage area and corresponding status are mapped so that the inspection location and associated data are graphically visualized. An accelerometer mounted on the device serves as a tilt sensor and also provides data about a collision of the device with the space being inspected or defects therein. The accelerometer data in combination with an odometry system determines the axial position of the device. A gyroscope mounted on the device is used to determine the device heading. The locational information is used to generate an inspection map that provides inspection history, logged data and a reference that are useful in scheduling the next inspection. The output of the gyroscopes can be used to provide haptic feedback to the device operator to maintain proper device orientation.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2017Date of Patent: July 14, 2020Assignee: ABB Schweiz AGInventors: Sangeun Choi, George Q. Zhang, Thomas A. Fuhlbrigge, Hetal V. Lakhani, Than Htaik, Gregory Penza, Robert Kodadek, William John Eakins, Gregory F. Rossano
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Publication number: 20200173599Abstract: A pipe rehabilitation system and/or robot can be used inside a pipe to measure characteristics of branch conduits, install plugs into branch conduits before the pipe is lined with a liner, remove portions of plugs and liners after lining to restore fluid communication between the pipe and branch conduits, and/or install fittings into the branch conduits to connect the liner to the branch conduits. A probe can measure characteristics of a branch conduit. A tool can install plugs and/or fittings into the branch conduits. A linkage can connect a tool to a robotic tractor so that the connected elements can navigate through a main pipe. A visualization system can aid in aligning a robot with a branch conduit. Height-adjustable braces can support robotic tools in a pipe. A plug can include integrated locating features and/or movable parts that enable expanding the plug to seal with the branch conduit.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2019Publication date: June 4, 2020Inventors: Rick Baxter, Robert Kodadek, Hermann Herrlich, Steven McKeefrey, John Webster, Brian Lynn, John Jayne, Ryan Goldband, Michael Hauser, George Bontus
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Publication number: 20180059187Abstract: A modular device is used to inspect a confined space in a machine. The entire inspection coverage area and corresponding status are mapped so that the inspection location and associated data are graphically visualized. An accelerometer mounted on the device serves as a tilt sensor and also provides data about a collision of the device with the space being inspected or defects therein. The accelerometer data in combination with an odometry system determines the axial position of the device. A gyroscope mounted on the device is used to determine the device heading. The locational information is used to generate an inspection map that provides inspection history, logged data and a reference that are useful in scheduling the next inspection. The output of the gyroscopes can be used to provide haptic feedback to the device operator to maintain proper device orientation.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2017Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Sangeun Choi, George Q. Zhang, Thomas A. Fuhlbrigge, Hetal V. Lakhani, Than Htaik, Gregory Penza, Robert Kodadek, William John Eakins
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Patent number: 9714852Abstract: A gas flow test apparatus and method include a flow monitor that is selectively connectable to a gas pipeline. An air motor driven regenerative blower is used to increase the flow of gas through the around a blockage in the pipeline to simulate an increased gas loading condition on the intake side of the apparatus. The gas drawn from the intake side is not vented to the atmosphere, but rather, is discharged to the exhaust side of the apparatus back into the pipeline. Pipeline pressure is measured on the intake side of the apparatus to ensure that gas supply is adequate for blocking off the pipeline for maintenance.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2013Date of Patent: July 25, 2017Assignees: ULC Robotics, Inc., National Grid USA Service Co., Inc.Inventors: Ray Moore, Mike McGrade, Serafino Catapano, Robert Kodadek, III, G. Gregory Penza, Hermann Herrlich, Griffin Reames, Joseph M. Vitelli, Jr.
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Publication number: 20170012412Abstract: A system for servicing cable includes a plurality of jaws operable between an open position for receiving a cable in a direction transverse to a cable axis such that the cable extends axially beyond the jaws in two directions, and a closed position for engaging and rotationally fixing the cable about the cable axis. A tool arrangement is disposed proximate to the base and includes at least one tool operable to perform work on the cable when the cable is engaged by the jaws. The tool arrangement is operable to perform at least one of a rotational movement around or an axial movement along the cable axis and to operate the tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 7, 2016Publication date: January 12, 2017Inventors: Alex SYMINGTON, Hermann HERRLICH, George LOHR, Robert KODADEK
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Publication number: 20150233787Abstract: A device for installing a modular crawler into an air gap of rotating electrical machinery and removing the crawler from the air gap has a reconfigurable handle attached to a curved head made from metallic material. The crawler is magnetically attached to the curved head when it is desired to insert the crawler into the air gap or remove the crawler from the air gap. The head can be rolled in the field into the curvature needed to match the stator's inner surface so that the installation device can easily be inserted in the air gap. The handle has several joints that can be adjusted in the field as needed for the best reachability. A camera is mounted on the curved head so that an operator can see the interface region between the curved head, crawler and air gap.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 17, 2015Publication date: August 20, 2015Applicant: ABB Technology AGInventors: William Eakins, Gregory Rossano, George Q. Zhang, Thomas A. Fuhlbrigge, Hetal V. Lakhani, Cajetan Pinto, Gregory Penza, Hermann Herrlich, Robert Kodadek
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Publication number: 20140090481Abstract: A gas flow test apparatus and method include a flow monitor that is selectively connectable to a gas pipeline. An air motor driven regenerative blower is used to increase the flow of gas through the around a blockage in the pipeline to simulate an increased gas loading condition on the intake side of the apparatus. The gas drawn from the intake side is not vented to the atmosphere, but rather, is discharged to the exhaust side of the apparatus back into the pipeline. Pipeline pressure is measured on the intake side of the apparatus to ensure that gas supply is adequate for blocking off the pipeline for maintenance.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2013Publication date: April 3, 2014Applicants: National Grid USA Service Company, Inc., ULC Robotics, Inc.Inventors: Ray Moore, Mike McGrade, Serafino Catapano, Robert Kodadek, III, G. Gregory Penza, Hermann Herrlich, Griffin Reames, Joseph M. Vitelli, JR.
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Patent number: 7706558Abstract: The invention relates to an automated system for adjusting line array speakers. The automated system includes a system for moving two or more speakers with a moving device. Additionally, moving two linear actuators essentially simultaneously; a bracket to attach to the moving device to the speaker; a remote control system for controlling the movement of the speakers and for displaying the position of the speakers in real time; and a system for modeling and determining the proper frequency response for a venue and automatically adjusting the linear array speaker systems to the proper position for the proper frequency response.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2004Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Inventors: Domonic Sack, Robert Kodadek
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Publication number: 20050008165Abstract: The invention relates to an automated system for adjusting line array speakers. The automated system includes a system for moving two or more speakers with a moving device. Additionally, moving two linear actuators essentially simultaneously; a bracket to attach to the moving device to the speaker; a remote control system for controlling the movement of the speakers and for displaying the position of the speakers in real time; and a system for modeling and determining the proper frequency response for a venue and automatically adjusting the linear array speaker systems to the proper position for the proper frequency response.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2004Publication date: January 13, 2005Applicant: SOUND ASSOCIATES, INC.Inventors: Domonic Sack, Robert Kodadek
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Patent number: 4453675Abstract: An aerial dispensing apparatus is detachably mounted under each wing of an aircraft for adhesively coating and dispensing flakes containing an insect control substance. The apparatus includes an aerodynamically styled liquid adhesive supply chamber secured to the forward end of a detachable support frame and a flake storage container movably supported on the rear portion of the frame for movement rearwardly of the trailing edge of the wing to facilitate filling of the container. The container is provided with a bottom opening which communicates with an electrically driven auger for metering a supply of flakes to a mixing chamber. An electrically driven pump supplies a metered amount of liquid adhesive to the mixing chamber. A propeller driven mixing blade is rotatably mounted in the mixing chamber to facilitate the coating of the individual flakes with adhesive and for impelling the flakes rearwardly through the open end of the mixing chamber.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 1981Date of Patent: June 12, 1984Assignee: Herculite Products, Inc.Inventors: Robert Kodadek, James H. Welch
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Patent number: D748053Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2014Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: ABB Technology AGInventors: Hermann Herrlich, Robert Kodadek, Gregory Penza, William J. Eakins, Gregory Rossano, George Q. Zhang, Thomas A. Fuhlbrigge, Hetal V. Lakhani, Cajetan Pinto, Sangeun Choi
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Patent number: D756922Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2014Date of Patent: May 24, 2016Assignee: ABB Technology AGInventors: Hermann Herrlich, Robert Kodadek, Gregory Penza, William J. Eakins, Gregory Rossano, George Q. Zhang, Thomas A. Fuhlbrigge, Hetal V. Lakhani, Cajetan Pinto, Sangeun Choi