Patents by Inventor Robert Wang

Robert Wang 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).

  • APPARATUS FOR DETECTING A COOKER LID STATUS
    Publication number: 20210015297
    Abstract: An apparatus for detecting status of a cooker lid relative to a cooker body is provided. The apparatus comprises a block mounted to the cooker lid near its periphery rim, and a pole disposed about an upper rim of the cooker body and being movable relative to the cooker body. The block engages with the pole such that the pole is at a first location relative to the cooker body when the cooker lid is separated from the cooker body; the pole is at a second location relative to the cooker body when the cooker lid is placed on the upper rim of the cooker body and is out of position for a predetermined cooking mode, and the pole is at a third location relative to the cooker body when the cooker lid is placed on the upper rim of the cooker body and is in position for the predetermined cooking mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2020
    Publication date: January 21, 2021
    Inventors: Yi Qin, Robert Wang
  • WALL CLOCK AI VOICE ASSISTANT
    Publication number: 20200096945
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for a wall clock AI voice assistant, such as a computing device, is provided herein. The wall-mountable electronic clock includes an optical sensor, a microphone, a digital display and a speaker. The optical sensor captures image data representing at least a portion of a user. The microphone receives an audio input from the user when certain criteria is met, such as when the image data representing at least a portion of the user is captured. The digital display provides visual information to the user provided in response to the captured image data or the audio input. The speaker provides audio information provides from a digital voice assistant in response to the captured image data or the audio input.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2019
    Publication date: March 26, 2020
    Inventors: Brian Harms, Cathy Kim, Curtis Aumiller, Jack Thrun, Jiawei Zhang, Michael Noh, Pranav Mistry, Praveen Jayakumar, Robert Wang, Ruokan He, Sajid Sadi, Thomas Brenner, Anthony Liot, Marc Estruch Tena, Ik Seon Kang, Cheoljun Lee, Younseong Kim, Bola Esther Yoo
  • Up-level applications to a new OS
    Patent number: 10540175
    Abstract: A system, method, and computer program product is provided for migrating an application from a source computing environment having a source Operating System (OS) to a target computing environment, the target computing environment having a target OS. The method may include discovering applications and resources on the source computing environment; preparing a migration computing environment having the target OS based on the discovered applications and resources; instantiating a virtual migration sandbox in the migration computing environment; instantiating the application within the virtual migration sandbox; and, capturing in-process and out-of-process calls made by the application during execution; updating the migration computing environment based on the captured in-process and out-of-process calls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: AppZero Software Corp.
    Inventors: Mark Woodward, Chuanbao (Robert) Wang, Mohammed Ahmed-Muhsin
  • UP-LEVEL APPLICATIONS TO A NEW OS
    Publication number: 20190272172
    Abstract: A system, method, and computer program product is provided for migrating an application from a source computing environment having a source Operating System (OS) to a target computing environment, the target computing environment having a target OS. The method may include discovering applications and resources on the source computing environment; preparing a migration computing environment having the target OS based on the discovered applications and resources; instantiating a virtual migration sandbox in the migration computing environment; instantiating the application within the virtual migration sandbox; and, capturing in-process and out-of-process calls made by the application during execution; updating the migration computing environment based on the captured in-process and out-of-process calls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Publication date: September 5, 2019
    Applicant: AppZero Software Corp.
    Inventors: MARK Woodward, Chuanbao (Robert) WANG, Mohammed Ahmed-Muhsin
  • Gesture-based control system
    Patent number: 10394334
    Abstract: A method and system for human computer interaction using hand gestures is presented. The system permits a person to precisely control a computer system without wearing an instrumented glove or any other tracking device. In one embodiment, two cameras observe and record images of a user's hands. The hand images are processed by querying a database relating hand image features to the 3D configuration of the hands and fingers (i.e. the 3D hand poses). The 3D hand poses are interpreted as gestures. Each gesture can be interpreted as a command by the computer system. Uses for such a system include, but are not limited to, computer aided design for architecture, mechanical engineering and scientific visualization. Computer-generated 3D virtual objects can be efficiently explored, modeled and assembled using direct 3D manipulation by the user's hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: Facebook Technologies, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • MULTI-LAYER THIN FILM COMPOSITE THERMAL INTERFACE MATERIALS
    Publication number: 20190181069
    Abstract: A layered composite configured to form an interface between a heat exchanger and an integrated circuit includes a first polymer layer, a second polymer layer, a liquid metal in direct contact with the first polymer layer, a solid solute in direct contact with the second polymer layer, and a barrier between the liquid metal and the solid solute. The liquid metal is liquid at normal temperature and pressure. The solid solute includes microparticles, nanoparticles, or both and is solid at normal temperature and pressure. The barrier prevents contact of the liquid metal and the solid solute at normal temperature and pressure, and is configured to rupture under compression of the layered composite, thereby allowing the liquid metal and the solid solute to form a mixture between the first polymer layer and the second polymer layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2018
    Publication date: June 13, 2019
    Inventors: Konrad Rykaczewski, Robert Wang
  • GESTURE-BASED CONTROL SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20170293364
    Abstract: A method and system for human computer interaction using hand gestures is presented. The system permits a person to precisely control a computer system without wearing an instrumented glove or any other tracking device. In one embodiment, two cameras observe and record images of a user's hands. The hand images are processed by querying a database relating hand image features to the 3D configuration of the hands and fingers (i.e. the 3D hand poses). The 3D hand poses are interpreted as gestures. Each gesture can be interpreted as a command by the computer system. Uses for such a system include, but are not limited to, computer aided design for architecture, mechanical engineering and scientific visualization. Computer-generated 3D virtual objects can be efficiently explored, modeled and assembled using direct 3D manipulation by the user's hands.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2017
    Publication date: October 12, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • Gesture-based control system
    Patent number: 9734393
    Abstract: A method and system for human computer interaction using hand gestures is presented. The system permits a person to precisely control a computer system without wearing an instrumented glove or any other tracking device. In one embodiment, two cameras observe and record images of a user's hands. The hand images are processed by querying a database relating hand image features to the 3D configuration of the hands and fingers (i.e. the 3D hand poses). The 3D hand poses are interpreted as gestures. Each gesture can be interpreted as a command by the computer system. Uses for such a system include, but are not limited to, computer aided design for architecture, mechanical engineering and scientific visualization. Computer-generated 3D virtual objects can be efficiently explored, modeled and assembled using direct 3D manipulation by the user's hands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: Facebook, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • Remotely provisioned wireless proxy
    Patent number: 9686629
    Abstract: A remotely provisioned proxy within a wireless/mobile phone that proxies a wireless communication path between a disconnected piconet (e.g., BLUETOOTH™) device and a network resource such as a universal resource locator (URL) via a mating mobile phone. Thus, an application proxy module embodied within the mobile phone provides managed access of a piconet device connected to the mating mobile phone to remote services. A disconnected piconet device uses the full data bandwidth available to a wireless phone, without the need for the disconnected piconet device to include its own separate wireless front end, or to require use of a modem within the mobile phone. Thus, using a mobile phone with application proxy, the user need not pay for the luxury of a tethered data plan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2017
    Assignee: Telecommunication Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Tsurutome, Bob Barcklay, Robert Wang
  • PORTABLE MULTI-FUNCTION WIRELESS CHARGING ACCESSORY
    Publication number: 20170126048
    Abstract: A portable multi-function wireless charging accessory includes a main body connected with a cable connector. The main body has a receiving trough thereon. One end of the cable connector is pivotally connected to the receiving trough of the main body, and the other end of the cable connector is connected with a connecting head. The cable connector can be folded and received in the receiving trough, such that the portable multi-function wireless charging accessory can be taken along more conveniently. By curving the cable connector, the connecting head can be connected with a portable electronic apparatus placed at a different height. The present invention is practicable and convenient for use and easy to take along.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2015
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • POWER SUPPLY DEVICE CAPABLE OF SUPPLYING MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES
    Publication number: 20170012456
    Abstract: A power supply device capable of supplying multiple power sources includes a main body made of a soft material. A wireless charging module is provided inside the main body for supplying a wireless charging power source. The main body is connected with at least one USB power socket, a rod member and an electric cord. The rod member is further pivotally connected with a plurality of alternating current power sockets. By the USB power socket, the alternating current power sockets, and the main body, the power supply device can perform charging according to the demand of the user. By the material of the main body to cooperate with the rotatable alternating current power sockets, the present invention saves the space and is convenient for use and carrying so as to enhance the practicability and convenience of the power supply device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2015
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • AUTOMOBILE SUNROOF HAVING SMART ELECTRONIC SCREEN
    Publication number: 20170001496
    Abstract: An automobile sunroof having a smart electronic screen includes a sunroof main body. The sunroof main body is disposed in the roof of a car. The sunroof main body includes a glass panel. The glass panel is provided with a liquid crystal film. The liquid crystal film is connected with a power source and a controller. The controller is further connected with an input unit. By the first input unit to transmit a signal to the controller, the liquid crystal film is controlled by the controller to adjust the light transmittance of the liquid crystal film, providing a shading effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2015
    Publication date: January 5, 2017
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • CELL PHONE PROTECTOR HAVING WIRELESS CHARGING AND DISCHARGING FUNCTION
    Publication number: 20160261133
    Abstract: A cell phone protector having a wireless charging and discharging function includes a flip cover and a protection case. The protection case is detachably disposed on the flip cover. The flip cover includes a power receiving induction coil and a power output induction coil above the power receiving induction coil. Both the power receiving induction coil and the power output induction coil are electrically connected with a rechargeable battery. The protection case is adapted to accommodate a cell phone. The rechargeable battery can be charged wirelessly through the power receiving induction coil. Through the power output induction coil, the flip cover can be used to charge the cell phone placed in the protection case wirelessly. When the protection case is detached from the flip cover, the flip cover can be used as a wireless power supply board.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2015
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • Multi-function wireless power induction mousepad
    Patent number: 9424986
    Abstract: A multi-function wireless power induction mousepad is composed of a lower soft pad, a foam pad and an upper soft pad, which is flexible and can be rolled for storage. A power module is embedded on the foam pad. The power module includes a power induction coil and a USB socket. The power module supplies power to a mouse having a charging induction coil or a cell phone to be charged. The present invention can cooperate with other peripheral devices, such as a display, a touch-control panel, an LED panel, a writing panel, electronic paper, electronic message board and the like, according to the demand of the user, providing a multi-function effect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: COREMATE TECHNICAL CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • Remotely provisioned wireless proxy
    Patent number: 9420398
    Abstract: A remotely provisioned proxy within a wireless/mobile phone that proxies a wireless communication path between a disconnected piconet (e.g., BLUETOOTH™) device and a network resource such as a universal resource locator (URL) via a mating mobile phone. Thus, an application proxy module embodied within the mobile phone provides managed access of a piconet device connected to the mating mobile phone to remote services. A disconnected piconet device uses the full data bandwidth available to a wireless phone, without the need for the disconnected piconet device to include its own separate wireless front end, or to require use of a modem within the mobile phone. Thus, using a mobile phone with application proxy, the user need not pay for the luxury of a tethered data plan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Telecommunication Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Tsurutome, Bob Barcklay, Robert Wang
  • SMARTPHONE TELEVISION
    Publication number: 20160219324
    Abstract: A smartphone television includes a display. The display is connected with a television mobile audio and video communication device. The television mobile audio and video communication device includes a built-in SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) and a mobile communication device. The television mobile audio and video communication device is connected with a phone. The phone is provided with a touch panel. Thereby, the phone is connected with the television mobile audio and video communication device through, such that the phone is connected with the SIM and the mobile communication device for talking by using the phone. The television mobile audio and video communication device is remotely operated by using the touch panel of the phone to control the audio and video broadcast of the display so as to integrate the phone and the television.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2015
    Publication date: July 28, 2016
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • Telephone-and-television box able to be placed vertically or horizontally and provided with extensible frames
    Patent number: 9374550
    Abstract: A telephone-and-television box able to be placed vertically or horizontally and provided with extensible frames includes a main body that is electrically connected with a display. The main body is received therein with a set top box and provided thereon with a wireless induction charger for setting a remote control, which has wireless induction charging function and can serve as a handset of a mobile phone. The telephone-and-television box can be placed horizontally or vertically, and a plurality of extensible frames are disposed at the peripheral sides of the main body for setting and locking other peripheral devices and a display thereon. Thus, the telephone-and-television box of this invention is able to combine the functions of both TV and telephone and integrate other electronic peripheral devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Assignee: COREMATE TECHNICAL CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Robert Wang
  • Three-dimensional printer
    Patent number: D893564
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
    Assignee: Formlabs, Inc.
    Inventors: Nate Jeffery, Yoav Reches, Jason Livingston, Robert Wang
  • Three-dimensional printer
    Patent number: D906381
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2020
    Assignee: Formlabs, Inc.
    Inventors: Nate Jeffery, Yoav Reches, Jason Livingston, Robert Wang
  • Cooker
    Patent number: D910365
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Assignee: Instant Brands Inc.
    Inventors: Yi Qin, Ling Weng, Robert Wang