Patents by Inventor Ryan J. Skaff
Ryan J. Skaff 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: 11762372Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are disclosed for a systems and methods for improved LIDAR return light capture efficiency. One example method may include comparing, by a controller including a processor and at a first time, a first temperature of a first computing element to a first threshold temperature and a second temperature of a second computing element to a second threshold temperature. The example method may also include sending, based on a determination that the first temperature is below the first threshold temperature and the second temperature is above the second threshold temperature, a first signal to a switch to activate a data output corresponding to the second computing element. The example method may also include sending, to the second computing element, a second signal to cause a third computing element to increase heat dissipation from the third computing element to the first computing element.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2022Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignee: ARGO AI, LLCInventors: Joshua S. Smith, Brian T. Margosian, Kevin J. Nealis, Ryan J. Skaff, Kenneth John Jackson
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Publication number: 20220386515Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are disclosed for a systems and methods for improved LIDAR return light capture efficiency. One example method may include comparing, by a controller including a processor and at a first time, a first temperature of a first computing element to a first threshold temperature and a second temperature of a second computing element to a second threshold temperature. The example method may also include sending, based on a determination that the first temperature is below the first threshold temperature and the second temperature is above the second threshold temperature, a first signal to a switch to activate a data output corresponding to the second computing element. The example method may also include sending, to the second computing element, a second signal to cause a third computing element to increase heat dissipation from the third computing element to the first computing element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2022Publication date: December 1, 2022Applicant: ARGO AI, LLCInventors: Joshua S. SMITH, Brian T. MARGOSIAN, Kevin J. NEALIS, Ryan J. SKAFF, Kenneth John JACKSON
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Patent number: 11422534Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are disclosed for a systems and methods for improved LIDAR return light capture efficiency. One example method may include comparing, by a controller including a processor and at a first time, a first temperature of a first computing element to a first threshold temperature and a second temperature of a second computing element to a second threshold temperature. The example method may also include sending, based on a determination that the first temperature is below the first threshold temperature and the second temperature is above the second threshold temperature, a first signal to a switch to activate a data output corresponding to the second computing element. The example method may also include sending, to the second computing element, a second signal to cause a third computing element to increase heat dissipation from the third computing element to the first computing element.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2020Date of Patent: August 23, 2022Assignee: ARGO AI, LLCInventors: Joshua S. Smith, Brian T. Margosian, Kevin J. Nealis, Ryan J. Skaff, Kenneth John Jackson
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Publication number: 20220187795Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are disclosed for a systems and methods for improved LIDAR return light capture efficiency. One example method may include comparing, by a controller including a processor and at a first time, a first temperature of a first computing element to a first threshold temperature and a second temperature of a second computing element to a second threshold temperature. The example method may also include sending, based on a determination that the first temperature is below the first threshold temperature and the second temperature is above the second threshold temperature, a first signal to a switch to activate a data output corresponding to the second computing element. The example method may also include sending, to the second computing element, a second signal to cause a third computing element to increase heat dissipation from the third computing element to the first computing element.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2020Publication date: June 16, 2022Applicant: Argo AI, LLCInventors: Joshua S. Smith, Brian T. Margosian, Kevin J. Nealis, Ryan J. Skaff, Kenneth John Jackson
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Patent number: 10810875Abstract: A system includes a computer programmed to receive first data from a first source that is a vehicle. The first data identifies a fault of the vehicle. The computer is programmed to receive second data from a second source outside the vehicle describing an area around the vehicle. The computer is programmed to determine, based on the first and second data, a navigational plan. The computer is programmed to transmit an instruction to the vehicle to actuate the vehicle according to the navigational plan.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2017Date of Patent: October 20, 2020Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Eric She, Ryan J. Skaff, Cheri Lyn Hansen
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Patent number: 10549636Abstract: An information display system includes a display including an energy consumption gauge having a bar. The display system includes a controller in communication with the display and configured to instruct the display to include an average efficiency indicator relatively arranged on the bar based on a calculated driver efficiency value, and instruct the display to include a peer efficiency indicator relatively arranged on the bar based on a peer efficiency value.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2017Date of Patent: February 4, 2020Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Ryan J. Skaff, Dale Gilman, Paul Aldighieri
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Patent number: 10204280Abstract: A computer includes a processor that is programmed to activate a vehicle exterior light, and measure a luminance in a predetermined region outside the vehicle based on vehicle camera data. The processor is programmed to determine whether the vehicle exterior light is operational based the measured luminance.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2017Date of Patent: February 12, 2019Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Ryan J. Skaff, Tsung-Han Tsai
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Publication number: 20190012913Abstract: A system includes a computer programmed to receive first data from a first source that is a vehicle. The first data identifies a fault of the vehicle. The computer is programmed to receive second data from a second source outside the vehicle describing an area around the vehicle. The computer is programmed to determine, based on the first and second data, a navigational plan. The computer is programmed to transmit an instruction to the vehicle to actuate the vehicle according to the navigational plan.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2017Publication date: January 10, 2019Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Eric She, Ryan J. Skaff, Cheri Lyn Hansen
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Publication number: 20180349718Abstract: A computer includes a processor that is programmed to activate a vehicle exterior light, and measure a luminance in a predetermined region outside the vehicle based on vehicle camera data. The processor is programmed to determine whether the vehicle exterior light is operational based the measured luminance.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2017Publication date: December 6, 2018Applicant: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Ryan J. Skaff, Tsung-Han Tsai
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Patent number: 10112597Abstract: A vehicle includes, an engine, an electric machine having an associated battery, and a controller. The controller is configured to disable the engine and operate the electric machine to propel the vehicle when a proximity of the vehicle to a destination is less than a drive range of the battery.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2016Date of Patent: October 30, 2018Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Bryan Whitney Belt, Shunsuke Okubo, Craig Edward Esler, Ryan J. Skaff
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Publication number: 20180253990Abstract: An information display system includes a display including an energy consumption gauge having a bar. The display system includes a controller in communication with the display and configured to instruct the display to include an average efficiency indicator relatively arranged on the bar based on a calculated driver efficiency value, and instruct the display to include a peer efficiency indicator relatively arranged on the bar based on a peer efficiency value.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2017Publication date: September 6, 2018Inventors: Ryan J. SKAFF, Dale GILMAN, Paul ALDIGHIERI
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Patent number: 9914416Abstract: A method according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, controlling an electrified vehicle by closing a contactor prior to a key on condition of the electrified vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2014Date of Patent: March 13, 2018Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Bryan Bolger, Ryan J. Skaff
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Patent number: 9914462Abstract: A method for preconditioning various subsystems of an electrified vehicle according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, scheduling preconditioning of a battery pack, an interior cabin, a transmission and an engine of the electrified vehicle prior to a next expected usage time based at least on a weather forecast.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2016Date of Patent: March 13, 2018Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Angel Fernando Porras, Timothy Noah Blatchley, Christopher Adam Ochocinski, Ryan J. Skaff
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Publication number: 20180056973Abstract: A vehicle includes, an engine, an electric machine having an associated battery, and a controller. The controller is configured to disable the engine and operate the electric machine to propel the vehicle when a proximity of the vehicle to a destination is less than a drive range of the battery.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Inventors: Bryan Whitney BELT, Shunsuke OKUBO, Craig Edward ESLER, Ryan J. SKAFF
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Patent number: 9789873Abstract: A vehicle coasting control system for a vehicle having a prime mover includes an accelerator pedal positional throughout an accelerator pedal position range; a vehicle controller interfacing with the accelerator pedal, the vehicle controller adapted to control operating speeds of the prime mover of the vehicle corresponding to positions, respectively, of the accelerator pedal within the accelerator pedal position range; and the vehicle controller is adapted to operate the prime mover at idle when the accelerator pedal is positioned at a coast zone within the accelerator pedal position range. A vehicle coasting control method is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2014Date of Patent: October 17, 2017Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Dale Scott Crombez, Ryan J. Skaff, Kenneth Frederick
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Patent number: 9776643Abstract: A method is provided for estimating range per full charge (RPC) for a vehicle. The method includes a controller which may, in response to detecting presence of a predefined condition impacting vehicle energy consumption, output to an interface by a controller a RPC and indicia indicative of an extent to which the predefined condition is affecting the RPC. An electrified vehicle including one or more vehicle components, a traction battery to supply energy to the vehicle components, one or more sensors, and a controller is also provided. The one or more sensors monitor the vehicle components, traction battery, and preselected ambient conditions. The controller is configured to, in response to input from the sensors, generate output for an interface which includes a RPC and indicia indicative of an extent of impact on the RPC by each of the ambient conditions and operation of the components and battery.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2014Date of Patent: October 3, 2017Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Ryan J. Skaff, Jason Meyer, Craig Edward Esler, Dale Gilman, Paul Aldighieri, Yevgeniya Sosonkina
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Publication number: 20170210390Abstract: A method for preconditioning various subsystems of an electrified vehicle according to an exemplary aspect of the present disclosure includes, among other things, scheduling preconditioning of a battery pack, an interior cabin, a transmission and an engine of the electrified vehicle prior to a next expected usage time based at least on a weather forecast.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2016Publication date: July 27, 2017Inventors: Angel Fernando PORRAS, Timothy Noah BLATCHLEY, Christopher Adam OCHOCINSKI, Ryan J. SKAFF
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Patent number: 9713965Abstract: An example method includes intentionally precharging a powertrain of an electric vehicle for an first time period that is different than a second precharge time period. An example electric vehicle assembly includes a precharge contactor transitionable back and forth between an open state and a closed state, a first main contactor, a second main contactor, and a controller configured to selectively close the second main contactor after the precharge contactor has been closed for a first time period that is different than a second precharge time period.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2014Date of Patent: July 25, 2017Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Wesley Edward Burkman, Ryan J. Skaff, Karin Lovett, Bryan Michael Bolger
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Publication number: 20170072799Abstract: An information display system for a hybrid electric vehicle configured to display one or more reasons an engine is on is provided. The information display system also indicates how close the engine is to turning on due to an engine on reason by displaying a proximity indicator representing a value associated with the engine on reason and a threshold demarcating values which cause the engine to be on.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Ryan J. Skaff, Derek Hartl, Paul Stephen Bryan, Angela L. Watson, David L. Watson
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Patent number: 9506781Abstract: An information display system for a hybrid electric vehicle configured to display one or more reasons an engine is on is provided. The information display system also indicates how close the engine is to turning on due to an engine on reason by displaying a proximity indicator representing a value associated with the engine on reason and a threshold demarcating values which cause the engine to be on.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2009Date of Patent: November 29, 2016Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Ryan J. Skaff, Derek Hartl, Paul Stephen Bryan, Angela L. Watson, David L. Watson