Patents by Inventor S. McKenna

S. McKenna 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).

  • Patent number: 11975737
    Abstract: This provides locations for mounting controllers and processing components that effectively employ the roof within a frame covered by a cowling so as to avoid exposure to weather and the environment. The roof is also employed to provide a sensor bar that extends across the vehicle width for a distance that does not interfere with normal vehicle function or generate potential overhangs, which can inadvertently engage objects or vehicles. The bar is sufficient in size and shape so as to allow mounting of a plurality of types of sensors on its top surface and/or recessed within front or rear edges. Such sensors can include visual light cameras for machine vison processes and/or LIDAR of various types and cooperage areas/fields of view—some of which can be recessed within a hollow region of the bar. Additional sensors can be mounted on the truck cab and/or chassis, including visual-light cameras and radars.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2024
    Assignee: Outrider Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Michael Seminara, James Christopher McKenna, Michael Patrick Cutter, Jonathan Record, Dale Dee Rowley, Keith Massie, Alexander Fink, Critt Coburn, Gary Mckinney, Lawrence S. Klein
  • Patent number: 11960863
    Abstract: A mixed mode programming method permitting users to program with graphical coding blocks and textual code within the same programming tool. The mixed mode preserves the advantages of graphical block programming while introducing textual coding as needed for instructional reasons and/or for functional reasons. Converting a graphical code block or group of blocks to a textual block lets the user see a portion of the textual code in the context of a larger program. Within one programming tool the mixed mode method allows users to learn programming and build purely graphical blocks; then transition into mixed graphical and textual code and ultimately lead to their ability to program in purely textual code. The mixed mode further allows users to program using any combination of drag-and-drop graphical blocks and typed textual code in various forms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2024
    Assignee: Innovation First, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert H. Mimlitch, III, Jason R. McKenna, Levi K. Pope, James B. Pearman, Timothy S. Friez, Paul D. Copioli
  • Patent number: 11474054
    Abstract: Provided herein are apparatuses that include a testing device and a controller. The testing device may include a chamber, a sample holder, a temperature sensor, and a heater band or a heater. The controller may be in communication with at least one of the temperature sensor and the heater band or the heater. The apparatuses may include one or more testing devices, and the testing devices may be arranged in a bin. Methods of performing a test with the apparatuses are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2022
    Assignee: Equistar Chemicals, LP
    Inventors: Steven M. Wilhelm, Kristy S. McKenna
  • Publication number: 20200124547
    Abstract: Provided herein are apparatuses that include a testing device and a controller. The testing device may include a chamber, a sample holder, a temperature sensor, and a heater band or a heater. The controller may be in communication with at least one of the temperature sensor and the heater band or the heater. The apparatuses may include one or more testing devices, and the testing devices may be arranged in a bin. Methods of performing a test with the apparatuses are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Applicant: Equistar Chemicals, LP
    Inventors: Steven M. Wilhelm, Kristy S. McKenna
  • Publication number: 20080010945
    Abstract: A handle assembly for a pourable package. The handle assembly attaches to a package having a front panel, a back panel, a bottom panel and opposing side gussets in which each side gusset has an inside wall and an outside wall. The handle assembly partially positions within an opening of the side gusset and partially positioned beyond the opening. The handle assembly comprises hand portions, each hand portion having a tab that extends beyond the opening and along the inside wall of the side gusset. The handle assembly further comprises a seal member positioned on the inside wall of the side gusset and around the opening wherein the seal member seals the tabs to the inside wall of the side gusset and seals the opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2007
    Publication date: January 17, 2008
    Inventors: S. McKenna, Eugene Orr