Patents by Inventor Robert P. Woods
Robert P. Woods 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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Patent number: 11980587Abstract: A liquid concentrate generation system may comprise a manifold having an inlet receptacle including a first piercing member, an outlet receptacle including a second piercing member, and a flow channel connecting the inlet receptacle and outlet receptacle. The system may further comprise a cartridge having an inlet port and an outlet port sealed by a respective first and second cover. The inlet and outlet port may be respectively configured to displace within the inlet receptacle and outlet receptacle from an unspiked position to a spiked position. First and second piercing members may be in communication with the flow channel and spaced apart respectively from the first and second cover in the unspiked position. The first and second piercing members may be isolated from the flow channel and may respectively puncture the first and second cover in the spiked position.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2021Date of Patent: May 14, 2024Assignee: DEKA Products Limited PartnershipInventors: Ryan P. Wood, Michael J. Haynes, Hans Erik Johnson, Thaddeus Joseph Hughes, Robert Houston Lawler, Jr.
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Publication number: 20110053694Abstract: An anti-assault weapon to deter, or defeat, attackers. Weapon includes a body, usually cylindrical in shape, that is open at opposite ends. One end is closed by a closure, while the opposite end is closed by a reversible end cap. Threads are defined on the exterior of the end cap and complementary threads are formed on the interior of the body, so that the end cap is securely joined to the body. In one position, a sharp knife projects axially from the reversible end cap, so that an attacker may be threatened and/or stabbed, if necessary. In a second position, the knife is concealed in the interior of the body, and a stub shaft projects outwardly from the end cap. Serrations are defined on the exposed face of the stub shaft, and the serrations may be raked across the face of arms of an attacker. The serrations inflict pain on the attacker, and simultaneously collect a DNA sample that can be tested to facilitate identifying the attacker.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventor: Robert P. Wood
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Patent number: 6786102Abstract: Methods and apparatus for using ultrasound to measure speed and acceleration in fluids is provided. Three exemplary embodiments are disclosed. The first exemplary embodiment measures fluid velocity, such as, for example, wind, under standard atmospheric pressure-temperature. The second exemplary embodiment measures gas velocity, such as, for example, wind, affected by and automatically calibrates for pressure-temperature. The third exemplary embodiment measures gas density, such as, for example, density altitude. Applications of the invention include wind direction and speed calculation in agriculture, aviation, hydraulics, and other industries. One of the advantages provided by the invention is there are no moving parts in making such measurements.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2003Date of Patent: September 7, 2004Assignee: Luidia Inc.Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Serge Plotkin, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou
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Publication number: 20030196476Abstract: Methods and apparatus for using ultrasound to measure speed and acceleration in fluids is provided. Three exemplary embodiments are disclosed. The first exemplary embodiment measures fluid velocity, such as, for example, wind, under standard atmospheric pressure-temperature. The second exemplary embodiment measures gas velocity, such as, for example, wind, affected by and automatically calibrates for pressure-temperature. The third exemplary embodiment measures gas density, such as, for example, density altitude. Applications of the invention include wind direction and speed calculation in agriculture, aviation, hydraulics, and other industries. One of the advantages provided by the invention is there are no moving parts in making such measurements.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2003Publication date: October 23, 2003Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Serge Plotkin, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou
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Patent number: 6571643Abstract: An apparatus and process for using ultrasound to measure speed and acceleration in fluids is provided. Three preferred embodiments are disclosed. The first preferred embodiment measures fluid velocity, such as, for example, wind, under standard atmospheric pressure-temperature. The second preferred embodiment measures gas velocity, such as, for example, wind, affected by and automatically calibrates for pressure-temperature. The third preferred embodiment measures gas density, such as, for example, density altitude. Applications of the invention include wind direction and speed calculation in agriculture, aviation, hydraulics, and other industries. One of the advantages provided by the invention is there are no moving parts in making such measurements.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 2000Date of Patent: June 3, 2003Assignee: Electronics for Imaging, Inc.Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Serge Plotkin, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou
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Patent number: 6414673Abstract: A transmitter pen location system is provided, in which a pen is adapted to send a repeated output signal to external receivers at two or more receiver locations, wherein the location of the pointing tip of the pen is determined in relation to the writing surface of a whiteboard. In one embodiment an output element, preferably an ultrasonic transducer, transmits a time dependent output signal from a single signal transmitter pen to two or more external receivers at two or more receiver locations. The direction of arrival of the output signal to each of the receiver locations is determined, and the pointing tip of the single transmitter pen is then determined, as the intersection of direction vectors from the pen to the external receivers.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 1998Date of Patent: July 2, 2002Assignee: Tidenet, Inc.Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou, Serge Plotkin
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Patent number: 6335723Abstract: A transmitter pen positioning system is provided, in which a pen, having multiple output elements, is used to accurately determine the location of the pointing tip of the pen, in relation to the writing area of a surface, such as a white board. The first output element, preferably an infrared transducer, transmits a first output signal from the transmitter pen. The second output element, preferably an ultrasonic transducer, transmits a second output signal, having a lower propagation velocity than the first output signal, from the transmitter pen to two or more receivers. In a basic embodiment, the first output signal arrives at one or more receivers generally concurrently.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 1998Date of Patent: January 1, 2002Assignee: Tidenet, Inc.Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Serge Plotkin, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou
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Publication number: 20010000666Abstract: A transmitter pen positioning system is provided, in which a pen, having multiple output elements, is used to accurately determine the location of the pointing tip of the pen, in relation to the writing area of a surface, such as a white board. The first output element, preferably an infrared transducer, transmits a first output signal from the transmitter pen. The second output element, preferably an ultrasonic transducer, transmits a second output signal, having a lower propagation velocity than the first output signal, from the transmitter pen to two or more receivers. In a basic embodiment, the first output signal arrives at one or more receivers generally concurrently.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2000Publication date: May 3, 2001Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Serge Plotkin, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou
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Patent number: 6184873Abstract: A pen positioning system is provided, in which a pen, having multiple output elements, is adapted to accurately determine the location of the pointing tip of the pen, in relation to an electronic tablet. The output elements, preferably ultrasonic transmitters having distinct frequencies, are located a fixed distance from each other, and are also related in space to the pointing tip of the pen. The geometric relationship between the output elements and the pointing tip of the pen allows the location of the pointing tip to be determined, independent of the angle which the pen is inclined against the surface of the writing tablet. A detection system is used to receive the output signals from the output elements, isolate the output signals from each other, and process them independently to determine the location of the output elements and of the pointing tip of the pen.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 1998Date of Patent: February 6, 2001Assignee: Electronics for Imaging, Inc.Inventors: Daniel R. Ward, Robert P. Wood, Jacob Harel, Rafi Holtzman
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Patent number: 6118205Abstract: A transducer signal waveshaping system is provided, in which a signal excitation circuit includes a non-linear device. The resulting circuit produces a short input pulse, which allows a piezoelectric transducer to transmit a shortened output signal having distinct waveshape characteristics. The resulting waveshaped output signal, typically an ultrasonic signal, provides a measurable time-dependent signal that is particularly suited for data entry systems, such as for movable transmitter pens and white boards. The location of the transmitter pen in relation to the writing area of a white board can be determined, using the periodic transmission of the waveshaped output signals. Alternative embodiments include additional circuit elements, which allow the resulting waveshaped output signal to include even more distinctive waveform features.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 1998Date of Patent: September 12, 2000Assignee: Electronics for Imaging, Inc.Inventors: Robert P. Wood, Serge Plotkin, Jacob Harel, Alfred Samson Hou
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Patent number: 5759218Abstract: In an apparatus for extruding plastic into a length of parison in the form of a vertically oriented hollow tube, molding a container from the parison and for filling the container with liquid product, the apparatus having a extruder, with a parison head, for forming the parison, a hot knife for cutting the parison to a selected length with concomitant release of plastic particulates, gripping apparatus for maintaining an opening at a top of the cut parison, a sealer for sealing a bottom of the cut parison, vacuum apparatus for molding the container with a temporary top opening, an extendable and retractable nozzle for filling the molded container through the temporary top opening with the liquid product and a sealer for sealing the filled container, the improvement including an outer shroud for surrounding the extruder, including the parison head, with H.E.P.A.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 1996Date of Patent: June 2, 1998Assignee: AllerganInventors: Blake E. Martin, Richard D. Palmer, Robert P. Wood
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Patent number: 4663067Abstract: A sprayable composition for forming a transient film for controlling soil erosion and moisture evaporation consisting essentially of an alkali metal silicate, a liquid, an environmentally degradable moisture vapor barrier-forming material selected from elastomers, aliphatic hydrocarbons, animal and vegetable fats, hydrogenated oils and mixtures thereof, and an agent for stabilizing said composition and the method of controlling soil erosion and moisture evaporation utilizing the aforesaid composition.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 1985Date of Patent: May 5, 1987Assignee: Earth Protection Systems, Inc.Inventors: William A. Mallow, Robert P. Wood
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Patent number: 4615463Abstract: The invention is an apparatus for controlling the temperature of a fluid contained in a receptacle. The fluid is accessible through an aligned container access port and receptacle access port. Heat exchange from the receptacle is minimized by a seal located about the container access port which conforms to the edges of the receptacle. The fluid may be heated or cooled by an appropriate temperature affecting means within the container.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 1985Date of Patent: October 7, 1986Assignee: Stephen A. KatzInventors: Humphrey W. Price, Robert P. Wood
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Patent number: D752342Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Inventor: Robert P. Woods