Patents by Inventor Ronald R. Smith
Ronald R. Smith 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: 9313214Abstract: A method (100) and an apparatus (e.g., a network node (210)) for providing enhanced security using service provider authentication. In addition to authenticating an application signature (245) against a root certificate (235) stored on the network node (210), a first carrier identification (250) associated with the application (240) is compared to a second carrier identification (255). If the first and second carrier identifications match, then the application can be assigned to a trusted protection domain and granted permissions which provide privileged access to the network node. For example, the application can be granted permission to be installed and/or executed on the network node. Otherwise the application can be denied privileged access. Accordingly, a carrier's applications will be only installed onto network nodes that are intended recipients of the applications.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2004Date of Patent: April 12, 2016Assignee: GOOGLE TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LLCInventors: Ji Xiao, Jyh-Han Lin, Ronald R. Smith, Ruiqiang Zhuang
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Patent number: 9278394Abstract: A lock installation system of template drill and router guides that clamp to the door to prepare doors for locking and latching devices of many different brands. The system uses changeable template drill guides clamped to the faces of the door to drill the cross hole and other specialty holes needed. The edge drilling is done with an attachment for the proper size bit or with a ¼ inch pilot hole and hole saw. The attachment also allows the pre-drilling of the screw holes for mounting the latch assembly. After removing the edge drill setup, there is a router template to cut the mortize for the latch for commercial locksets. There is an attachment for residential locks to router cut the mortize cut out for the latch assembly. The embodiment will work on beveled and square edge doors of the two most common back sets. The embodiment will do door edge center, off set drilling and latch assembly mortizing. There is also a means to help align the embodiment on a door that has a pre-existing preparation.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2012Date of Patent: March 8, 2016Inventor: Ronald R. Smith
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Publication number: 20140133929Abstract: A lock installation system of template drill and router guides that clamp to the door to prepare doors for locking and latching devices of many different brands. The system uses changeable template drill guides clamped to the faces of the door to drill the cross hole and other specialty holes needed. The edge drilling is done with an attachment for the proper size bit or with a ¼ inch pilot hole and hole saw. The attachment also allows the pre-drilling of the screw holes for mounting the latch assembly. After removing the edge drill setup, there is a router template to cut the mortise for the latch for commercial locksets. There is an attachment for residential locks to router cut the mortise cut out for the latch assembly. The embodiment will work on beveled and square edge doors of the two most common back sets. The embodiment will do door edge center, off set drilling and latch assembly mortising. There is also a means to help align the embodiment on a door that has a pre-existing preparation.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2012Publication date: May 15, 2014Inventor: Ronald R. Smith
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Publication number: 20130135265Abstract: A communication device is disclosed. The device includes a transceiver coupled to a controller, and a display having a user interactive touch-interface. The controller is configured to control a first function of the device upon actuation of a first switch when the display is in a first state and to control a second function of the communication device in upon actuation of a second switch. The first switch is perceptible regardless of the state of the display, and second switch is perceptible when the display is in the first state but not the second state. The controller controls the second function in response to actuating the first switch when the display is in a second state.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2011Publication date: May 30, 2013Applicant: MOTOROLA MOBILITY, INC.Inventors: Joseph W. Seuck, Cindy-Kay H. Forsyth-Martinez, Ronald R. Smith
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Patent number: 7116784Abstract: A mobile communication device (200) has a software architecture (302) that includes a closed operating environment (306). The closed operating environment is inaccessible to the user of the mobile communication device, and it includes software for implementing a reporting function designed to collect certain information from within the mobile communication device, and to transmit it to an entity outside the mobile communication device, such as a server (310).Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2002Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Assignee: Motorola, Inc.Inventors: Jyh-Han Lin, Wei-Hsing Dan Lee, Ronald R. Smith, Biren Patel
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Patent number: 6889212Abstract: A mobile communication device (104) loads an application bundle (200), which includes a software application (202) and an indication of a time limited license (206). To enforce the time limited license, the mobile communication device, upon attempting to invoke the application code (310), obtains a secure time reading (312). It is contemplated that a secure time server (116) may be used to facilitate license enforcement. Once the secure time reading is obtained, the mobile communication device compares the time with the license period, and executes the code only if the time reading is within the license period.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2000Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Assignee: Motorola, Inc.Inventors: Alex C. Wang, Wai Alan Chan, Jy-Han Lin, Robert L. Geiger, Ronald R. Smith, Sanjay Wanchoo
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Patent number: 6766353Abstract: A signed application descriptor file (206) is used instead of X.509 certificates to authenticate a portable application code, such as a JAVA archive (JAR) file. The signed ADF includes an application descriptor file (302), file hash (304) of the JAR file (301), a developer descriptor file (308), signed time stamp (310), and a developer's certificate (312). A network client device (202) includes limited computing resources (212) and a virtual machine environment for executing the portable code (208). Furthermore the client device contains a set of cryptographic, digital keys for authenticating parts of the signed ADF, which are further used to authenticate the JAR file.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2000Date of Patent: July 20, 2004Assignee: Motorola, Inc.Inventors: Jyh-Han Lin, Robert L. Geiger, Ronald R. Smith, Alan W. Chan, Sanjay Wanchoo
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Publication number: 20040064697Abstract: A mobile communication device (200) has a software architecture (302) that includes a closed operating environment (306). The closed operating environment is inaccessible to the user of the mobile communication device, and it includes software for implementing a reporting function designed to collect certain information from within the mobile communication device, and to transmit it to an entity outside the mobile communication device, such as a server (310).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2002Publication date: April 1, 2004Inventors: Jyh-Han Lin, Wei-Hsing Lee, Ronald R. Smith, Biren Patel
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Patent number: 6676587Abstract: The emboss module of the present invention provides for automatic die and bolster conversion. The emboss module includes a frame, a die changer sub-assembly and a bolster sub-assembly. The die changer sub-assembly includes rotatable die changers for automatically registering dies therein, and the bolster sub-assembly includes counters and panels for receiving the sheet of material and the die. Both the die changer and bolster sub-assemblies are adapted for use with emboss and foil dies and counters. Accordingly, a more efficient and scalable emboss system and method for automatically changing dies and bolsters is described herein.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2001Date of Patent: January 13, 2004Assignee: Hallmark Cards IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Smith, Scott A. Schimke
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Publication number: 20030050164Abstract: The emboss module of the present invention provides for automatic die and bolster conversion. The emboss module includes a frame, a die changer sub-assembly and a bolster sub-assembly. The die changer sub-assembly includes rotatable die changers for automatically registering dies therein, and the bolster sub-assembly includes counters and panels for receiving the sheet of material and the die. Both the die changer and bolster sub-assemblies are adapted for use with emboss and foil dies and counters. Accordingly, a more efficient and scalable emboss system and method for automatically changing dies and bolsters is described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2001Publication date: March 13, 2003Inventors: Ronald R. Smith, Scott A. Schimke
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Publication number: 20030050163Abstract: A die changer registration system of the present invention includes a die having a holes and beveled edges and a die changer having trigger levers, trigger clamps, and a die receiving surface including pins extending therefrom. The die is registered on the die changer by fitting the pins into the die holes. Trigger levers are used to register and release the die from the die changer. Further, trigger clamps are used to hold the die within the die changer using the beveled edges. In this manner, the die changer can be used to automatically registers and changes dies without requiring “make-ready” operations.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2001Publication date: March 13, 2003Inventor: Ronald R. Smith
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Publication number: 20020078380Abstract: A developer (102) develops a software application (204) which needs to be tested or debugged, or both. To eliminate the need to either intentionally compromise the security environment of the target portable device, or having to request a certificate for each version of the software under development, the developer obtains a development certificate (208). The development certificate includes a device identifier unique to the particular portable device on which the software is to be tested, and some development parameter. The target device uses these two pieces of data to determine if the software is valid, and executable. If either of these pieces of data are not valid, the security mechanism of the target device will disable the software, or otherwise refuse to permit it to execute. The developer signs the software with the development certificate, and then loads the signed software onto the target device, which then authenticates the developer's signature and development certificate.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2000Publication date: June 20, 2002Inventors: Jyh-Han Lin, Robert L. Geiger, Alex C. Wang, Sanjay Wanchoo, Alan W. Chan, Ronald R. Smith
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Patent number: 6349639Abstract: A flexible counter for an embossing system provides resilient support under a sheet which opposes pressure from a contoured die forming an embossment in the sheet. The flexible counter includes a resilient mat and a fixed bolster which supports the mat. The bolster has peripheral walls which extend around sides of the mat so that an upper portion of the mat protrudes above the peripheral walls. In addition, the bolster includes a resilient bumper that bounds an upper portion of the mat. An upper edge of the bumper is about flush with an upper surface of the mat. The walls have a peripheral channel in which the bumper is disposed. The bumper is formed of a resilient material having higher rigidity than the mat, thereby controlling the flow and stretching behavior of the upper surface of the mat as compressed during an embossing operation.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2000Date of Patent: February 26, 2002Assignee: Hallmark Cards, IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Smith, Scott A. Schimke
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Publication number: 20010000860Abstract: A flexible counter for an embossing system provides resilient support under a sheet which opposes pressure from a contoured die forming an embossment in the sheet. The flexible counter includes a resilient mat and a fixed bolster which supports the mat. The bolster has a peripheral wall which extends around sides of the mat so that an upper portion of the mat protrudes above the peripheral wall. In addition, the bolster includes support surfaces bounded by recesses. The support surfaces support a bottom surface of the mat, and the recesses receive bulging portions of the mat when compressed under pressure from the die.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2000Publication date: May 10, 2001Inventors: Ronald R. Smith, Scott A. Schinke
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Patent number: 6186936Abstract: A flexible counter for an embossing system provides resilient support under a sheet which opposes pressure from a contoured die forming an embossment in the sheet. The flexible counter includes a resilient mat and a fixed bolster which supports the mat. The bolster has a peripheral wall which extends around sides of the mat so that an upper portion of the mat protrudes above the peripheral wall. In addition, the bolster includes support surfaces bounded by recesses. The support surfaces support a bottom surface of the mat, and the recesses receive bulging portions of the mat when compressed under pressure from the die.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 1998Date of Patent: February 13, 2001Assignee: Hallmark Cards, IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Smith, Scott A. Schimke
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Patent number: 5669963Abstract: A simplified electronic air cleaner cell structure having a pair of spaced plastic side support members which provide the entire support for the ionizer elements and collector elements mounted therebetween. Portions of one of the side members are made of an electrically conductive material, and the high voltage ionizer and collector elements are mounted thereto, with electrical interconnections being made between those conductive portions and a power source.Type: GrantFiled: December 26, 1995Date of Patent: September 23, 1997Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Woodson Horton, Mark D. Lane, Ronald R. Smith, Timothy R. Mitchell
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Patent number: 5641342Abstract: An interconnection is made between a pair of electrostatic air cleaner cells which are placed in side-by-side relationship within a housing, such that when one is removed from the housing, the other is also removed.Type: GrantFiled: December 26, 1995Date of Patent: June 24, 1997Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Ronald R. Smith, Joseph C. Summa
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Patent number: 5628818Abstract: A housing for an electrostatic air cleaner is made adaptable to various sizes of cells by use of the same components. Top and bottom wall members are interconnected by telescoping corner members which can be contracted or expanded to vary the height of the housing as desired. The ends of the housing are closed by way of doors which are also expandable to varying lengths so as to accommodate various housing heights.Type: GrantFiled: December 26, 1995Date of Patent: May 13, 1997Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Ronald R. Smith, Joseph C. Summa
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Patent number: 5333835Abstract: A valve for use in an air distribution system has an inlet member for the axial flow of air therethrough along a central axis. A downstream portion of the inlet tapers outwardly in the downstream direction. Support structure is presented from which an extension projects downstream along the axis of the inlet. A damper for controlling air flow through the inlet defines an aperture penetrated by the support structure extension and a second aperture radially displaced from the first aperture. A motor is attached to the damper and is directly coupled to the support structure extension. The motor selectively positions the damper along the support structure extension between a downstream open position and an upstream closed position.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 1993Date of Patent: August 2, 1994Assignee: American Standard Inc.Inventors: Ronald R. Smith, Richard D. Foreman, Todd S. Graf, Joseph D. Redden
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Patent number: D440783Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 1999Date of Patent: April 24, 2001Inventors: Craig T. Miller, Ronald R. Smith