Patents by Inventor Ronald Nordin

Ronald Nordin 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).

  • Power over ethernet transient voltage suppression patch panel
    Patent number: 8576532
    Abstract: A device for providing transient voltage suppression on a Power over Ethernet system is provided. The device includes a transient voltage suppression module. The transient voltage suppression module includes a circuit module, which includes a circuit board and input and output connectors. One or more transient voltage suppression modules may be mounted to a frame to form a transient voltage suppression patch panel, which, in turn, may be mounted to a rack for use in a telecommunications room. The circuit board combines a frequency-variable impedance connected between conductors in a pair and a voltage-variable impedance connected to the frequency-variable impedance, where the voltage-variable impedance is also connected to a chassis and/or an electrical ground.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Frank M. Straka, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Ronald A. Nordin, Darren J. Reigle, Wayne C. Fite
  • Communication Cable with Improved Electrical Characteristics
    Publication number: 20130277090
    Abstract: A communication cable with a plurality of twisted pairs of conductors and a matrix tape having conductive segments separated by gaps. In some embodiments, an insulating layer is placed between the twisted pairs of conductors and the matrix tape. In some embodiments, the insulating layer is an embossed or perforated film.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2013
    Publication date: October 24, 2013
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Steven C. Weirather, Hector J. Hoffmaister
  • Communication cable including a mosaic tape
    Patent number: 8558115
    Abstract: Cable foil tape having random or pseudo-random patterns or long pattern lengths of discontinuous metallic shapes and a method for manufacturing such patterned foil tape are provided. In some embodiments, a laser ablation system is used to selectively remove regions or paths in a metallic layer of a foil tape to produce random distributions of randomized shapes, or pseudo-random patterns or long pattern lengths of discontinuous shapes in the metal layer. In some embodiments, the foil tape is double-sided, having a metallic layer on each side of the foil tape, and the laser ablation system is capable of ablating nonconductive pathways into the metallic layer on both sides of the foil tape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Royal O. Jenner, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Masud Bolouri-Saranaar, Ronald A. Nordin
  • Physical Layer Management Using RFID and Near-Field Coupling Techniques
    Publication number: 20130260603
    Abstract: An intelligent network physical layer management system is provided that includes hardware that tracks the connection of plugs of patch cords in interconnect or cross-connect patching environments. RFID signaling is combined with near-field communication techniques to provide a reliable physical layer management system. In interconnect configurations, RFID tags are associated with switch ports of an Ethernet switch, enabling the system of the present invention to detect patch cord insertion and removal at switch ports and to receive information about the switch ports. In cross-connect configurations, RFID signaling is used to track the connections of patch cords between two patch panels. Systems according to the present invention avoid the problems associated with traditional galvanic connections previously used for tracking patch cord connections. An alternative common-mode system is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • Systems and methods for detecting a patch cord end connection
    Patent number: 8482421
    Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting a patch cord connection are presented. The insertion of a patch cord into a device jack physically closes a circuit, thereby permitting determination of the patch cord connection. The connection of only one side of a patch cord to a jack is able to be determined. In addition, a particular jack with which a patch cord is connected is able to be determined.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Brian D. Leshin
  • Communication cable with improved electrical characteristics
    Patent number: 8445787
    Abstract: A communication cable with a plurality of twisted pairs of conductors and a matrix tape having conductive segments separated by gaps. In some embodiments, an insulating layer is placed between the twisted pairs of conductors and the matrix tape. In some embodiments, the insulating layer is an embossed or perforated film.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Steven C. Weirather, Hector J. Hoffmaister
  • Physical layer management using RFID and near-field coupling techniques
    Patent number: 8427335
    Abstract: An intelligent network physical layer management system is provided that includes hardware that tracks the connection of plugs of patch cords in interconnect or cross-connect patching environments. RFID signaling is combined with near-field communication techniques to provide a reliable physical layer management system. In interconnect configurations, RFID tags are associated with switch ports of an Ethernet switch, enabling the system of the present invention to detect patch cord insertion and removal at switch ports and to receive information about the switch ports. In cross-connect configurations, RFID signaling is used to track the connections of patch cords between two patch panels. Systems according to the present invention avoid the problems associated with traditional galvanic connections previously used for tracking patch cord connections. An alternative common-mode system is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • THERMAL MANAGEMENT INFRASTRUCTURE FOR IT EQUIPMENT IN A CABINET
    Publication number: 20130077232
    Abstract: The present invention attempts to reduce the thermal resistance with the use of heat-transfer devices (e.g., vapor chambers) placed directly on the heat-generating components in IT equipment and the integration of a cold plate within the cabinet. In some embodiments, the present invention is a thermal management system comprising a cabinet-side thermal management system and a server-side thermal management system using moveable thermal components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2012
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Surendra Chitti Babu, Masud Bolouri-Saransar
  • Cross connect patch guidance system
    Patent number: 8382511
    Abstract: An intelligent network patch field management system and specialized cross-connect cable are provided to help guide, monitor, and report on the process of connecting and disconnecting patch cords plugs in a cross-connect patching environment. The system is also capable of monitoring patch cord connections to detect insertions or removals of patch cords or plugs. The cross-connect cable is provided with LED's in both of the cable plugs. When only one plug of the cross-connect cable is plugged into a port, the LED associated with that plug is switched out of the circuit, while the LED in the unplugged plug remains in the circuit and can still be illuminated by the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin
  • Active patch panel
    Patent number: 8358508
    Abstract: An active patch panel uses small form factor plus (SFP+) connectivity with a plurality of channels extending between first and second faces of the panel. The channels connect ports on the opposing faces of the panel and are provided with additional electronic elements, such as an equalizer, a clock data recovery element, and a pre-emphasis element. A controller can be connected to the plurality of channels to provide instructions for simultaneous equalization and pre-emphasis of a plurality of cable assemblies in the same channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Paul W. Wachtel, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Robert D. Elliot, Mysore Purushotham Divakar, Surendra Chitti Babu
  • Communication cable with improved crosstalk attenuation
    Patent number: 8354590
    Abstract: A matrix tape with conductive segments. The conductive segments are preferably provided on two layers of the matrix tape. The conductive segments can be attached to a film with an adhesive. A barrier tape is preferably applied between the cable core and the matrix tape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Royal O. Jenner, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Thomas G. McLaughlin, Kenneth E. Cornelison, David P. Camp, II
  • Network managed device installation and provisioning technique
    Patent number: 8325770
    Abstract: A system for managing and documenting a local area communications network is provided which deploys power sourcing equipment and powered devices by the use of active electronic modules, having an Ethernet controller and Power over Ethernet forwarding capabilities, as integral, managed components within the cable plant, to enhance management, documentation, security and emergency 911 aspects of the network as well as extending the physical reach of the network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin, Michael V. Doorhy, Elizabeth Farrimond, Kenneth C. Kozicki, Richard J. Conneely, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Alan Farrimond, Steven A. Jacks, Jack D. Tison, Brian D. Leshin
  • Alien Crosstalk Suppression with Enhanced Patch Cord
    Publication number: 20120273267
    Abstract: Systems and methods for decreasing alien crosstalk use enhanced patch cords for introducing additional attenuation. The enhanced patch cords are preferably shielded to reduce alien crosstalk down their lengths and also attenuate signals passing therethrough to a greater extent than standard communication patch cords. The interaction of two enhanced patch cords results in two suppression steps for alien crosstalk and only one suppression step for intended signal passing through a communication cable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, David R. Hawkins, Michael V. Doorhy, Jack D. Tison, Andrew J. Stroede, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Scott R. Hartman
  • CABLE PATHWAY SYSTEM FOR NETWORK ARCHITECTURE
    Publication number: 20120273438
    Abstract: A cable management system for a network cabinet has first and second server equipment rails, first and second air dams, and a front cable support. The server equipment rails are mounted to a base frame of the network cabinet such that the server equipment rails extend from the base frame towards a front of the network cabinet. The air dams are mounted to the base frame of the network cabinet such that the air dams extend from the base frame towards opposing sides of the network cabinet. The front cable support has a generally U-shaped tray that is connected to the first and second server equipment rails such that the tray extends across a front of the network cabinet, transverse to the server equipment rails.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2012
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Applicant: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Alva B. Eaton
  • Communication Cable with Improved Crosstalk Attenuation
    Publication number: 20120267142
    Abstract: A communication cable with a barrier tape to improve crosstalk attenuation. The barrier tape is provided with one or more barrier layers of discontinuous conductive segments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Applicants: GENERAL CABLE TECHNOLOGIES CORP., PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Royal O. Jenner, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Thomas G. McLaughlin, Kenneth E. Cornelison, David P. Camp, II
  • Communication Cable with Improved Crosstalk Attenuation
    Publication number: 20120222883
    Abstract: A barrier tape used as part of a communication cable is described. The barrier tape is provided with one or more barrier layers of discontinuous conductive segments. Conductive segments of one barrier layer are preferably sized and shaped to overlie gaps between conductive segments of another barrier layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2012
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Applicants: GENERAL CABLE TECHNOLOGIES CORP., PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Royal O. Jenner, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Thomas G. McLaughlin, Kenneth E. Cornelison, David P. Camp, II
  • Communication cable with improved crosstalk attenuation
    Patent number: 8217267
    Abstract: A communication cable with a barrier tape to improve crosstalk attenuation. The barrier tape is provided with one or more barrier layers of discontinuous conductive segments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A. Nordin, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Royal O. Jenner, Timothy J. Houghton, II, Thomas G. McLaughlin, Kenneth E. Cornelison, David P. Camp, II
  • Alien crosstalk suppression with enhanced patch cord
    Patent number: 8217268
    Abstract: Systems and methods for decreasing alien crosstalk use enhanced patch cords for introducing additional attenuation. The enhanced patch cords are preferably shielded to reduce alien crosstalk down their lengths and also attenuate signals passing therethrough to a greater extent than standard communication patch cords. The interaction of two enhanced patch cords results in two suppression steps for alien crosstalk and only one suppression step for intended signal passing through a communication cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2012
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Ronald A Nordin, David R Hawkins, Michael V. Doorhy, Jack D. Tison, Andrew J. Stroede, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Scott R. Hartman
  • Shielded Wireway Systems
    Publication number: 20120152588
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a duct for a shielded wireway system. The duct includes a bottom wall, two sidewalls extending from the bottom wall, and a plurality of fingers extending from each of the sidewalls. Adjacent fingers are connected by at least one bridging component. The bottom wall, the sidewalls, and a portion of the fingers, including the bridging component, are shielded.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2011
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Michael D. Asztalos, Rami A. Mishal, Masud Bolouri-Saransar, Ronald A. Nordin
  • Cross Connect Patch Guidance System
    Publication number: 20120156925
    Abstract: An intelligent network patch field management system and specialized cross-connect cable are provided to help guide, monitor, and report on the process of connecting and disconnecting patch cords plugs in a cross-connect patching environment. The system is also capable of monitoring patch cord connections to detect insertions or removals of patch cords or plugs. The cross-connect cable is provided with LEDs in both of the cable plugs. When only one plug of the cross-connect cable is plugged into a port, the LED associated with that plug is switched out of the circuit, while the LED in the unplugged plug remains in the circuit and can still be illuminated by the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Jack E. Caveney, Ronald A. Nordin