Patents by Inventor Scott A. Brenneman

Scott A. Brenneman 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).

  • Publication number: 20190041991
    Abstract: Feedback responsive input arrangements are presented where arrangements includes: a sensor in mechanical communication with a surface layer, the sensor configured to generate electronic signals in response to applied forces exerted upon the surface layer; a processing module configured to convert electronic signals into user-defined programmatic dimensions; and a tactile feedback response component configured to actuate in response to electronic signals. In some embodiments, user defined programmatic dimensions are selected from the group consisting of: a state dimension, a magnitude dimension, and a temporal dimension. In some embodiments, the processing module is further configured to process user-defined programmatic dimensions into user-defined programmatic actions. In some embodiments, user-defined programmatic actions are coupled to graphical environments, the graphical environments configured to provide a graphic feedback response based on user-defined programmatic actions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2018
    Publication date: February 7, 2019
    Inventors: Steven P. HOTELLING, Scott BRENNEMAN, Bartley K. ANDRE, Chad BRONSTEIN, Brian Q. HUPPI, Chris A. LIGTENBERG, Eugene Antony WHANG, Zachary ZELIFF
  • Patent number: 7765308
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Assignee: Audible, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald R. Katz, Edwin J. Lau, Timothy Mott, Scott A. Brenneman, Benjamin Che-Ming Jun, Samuel Hong-Yen Pai
  • Patent number: 7599044
    Abstract: An apparatus for detecting a person's presence without requiring the person to provide auditory or tactile input. The invention may be incorporated into an electronic device, such as a desktop computer or notebook computer. The embodiment may employ a variety of radiation emissions to determine when a person enters the embodiment's field of detection and, in response to the person entering, activate the electronic device. This may prove particularly useful where, for example, the electronic device consumes significant power and/or may suffer deleterious effects if left active for too long.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2009
    Assignee: Apple Inc.
    Inventors: Steve P. Hotelling, Scott A. Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20080114389
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2008
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20070156083
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20070043725
    Abstract: Feedback responsive input arrangements are presented where arrangements includes: a sensor in mechanical communication with a surface layer, the sensor configured to generate electronic signals in response to applied forces exerted upon the surface layer; a processing module configured to convert electronic signals into user-defined programmatic dimensions; and a tactile feedback response component configured to actuate in response to electronic signals. In some embodiments, user defined programmatic dimensions are selected from the group consisting of: a state dimension, a magnitude dimension, and a temporal dimension. In some embodiments, the processing module is further configured to process user-defined programmatic dimensions into user-defined programmatic actions. In some embodiments, user-defined programmatic actions are coupled to graphical environments, the graphical environments configured to provide a graphic feedback response based on user-defined programmatic actions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2005
    Publication date: February 22, 2007
    Inventors: Steve Hotelling, Scott Brenneman, Bart Andre, Chad Bronstein, Brian Huppi, Chris Ligtenberg, Eugene Whang, Zachary Zeliff
  • Publication number: 20060290921
    Abstract: An apparatus for detecting a person's presence without requiring the person to provide auditory or tactile input. The invention may be incorporated into an electronic device, such as a desktop computer or notebook computer. The embodiment may employ a variety of radiation emissions to determine when a person enters the embodiment's field of detection and, in response to the person entering, activate the electronic device. This may prove particularly useful where, for example, the electronic device consumes significant power and/or may suffer deleterious effects if left active for too long.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2005
    Publication date: December 28, 2006
    Inventors: Steve Hotelling, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20050267501
    Abstract: Abstract of the Disclosure A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2002
    Publication date: December 1, 2005
    Applicant: Gyrus ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance JOHNSTON, Phillip RYAN, Carrie MILLS, Perry MYKLEBY, Andrew BURROUGHS, Benjamin RUSH, Tasos KARAHALIOS, Jacob BRAUER, Rodney MONSON, Eric SUGALSKI, Dickon ISAACS, James TAPPEL, Thomas ENDERS, Benjamin CHOW, Energy CRUSE, Scott BRENNEMAN
  • Publication number: 20050187572
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2005
    Publication date: August 25, 2005
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20050165435
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2005
    Publication date: July 28, 2005
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20050131436
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2005
    Publication date: June 16, 2005
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20050131437
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2005
    Publication date: June 16, 2005
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20050107814
    Abstract: A powered surgical apparatus can be used with a source of irrigation fluid and a source of suction. The powered surgical apparatus can include a cutting blade assembly and a handle. The handle can include an upper portion defining a distal section connectable to the cutting blade assembly and a lower portion extending downwardly from the upper portion. The handle can be connectable to the source of irrigation fluid and the source of suction. The system can also include a manually actuable input device that provides at least one signal relevant to at least one operation of the system, and a controller that receives the at least one input signal and provides an output signal to perform the at least one operation of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2004
    Publication date: May 19, 2005
    Applicant: GYRUS ENT L.L.C.
    Inventors: Constance Johnston, Phillip Ryan, Carrie Mills, Perry Mykleby, Andrew Burroughs, Benjamin Rush, Tasos Karahalios, Jacob Brauer, Rodney Monson, Eric Sugalski, Dickon Isaacs, James Tappel, Thomas Enders, Benjamin Chow, Energy Cruse, Scott Brenneman
  • Publication number: 20030140114
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2002
    Publication date: July 24, 2003
    Inventors: Donald R. Katz, Edwin J. Lau, Timothy Mott, Scott A. Brenneman, Benjamin Che-Ming Jun, Samuel Hong-Yen Pai
  • Patent number: 6560651
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2003
    Assignee: Audible, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald R. Katz, Edwin J. Lau, Timothy Mott, Scott A. Brenneman, Benjamin Che-Ming Jun, Samuel Hong-Yen Pai
  • Publication number: 20020107941
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2001
    Publication date: August 8, 2002
    Applicant: Audible, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald R. Katz, Edwin J. Lau, Timothy Mott, Scott A. Brenneman, Benjamin Che-Ming Jun, Samuel Hong-Yen Pai
  • Publication number: 20020091799
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2001
    Publication date: July 11, 2002
    Applicant: Audible, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald R. Katz, Edwin J. Lau, Timothy Mott, Scott A. Brenneman, Benjamin Che-Ming Jun, Samuel Hong-Yen Pai
  • Publication number: 20020059363
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 1999
    Publication date: May 16, 2002
    Inventors: DONALD R. KATZ, EDWIN J. LAU, TIMOTHY MOTT, SCOTT A. BRENNEMAN, BENJAMIN CHE-MING JUN, SAMUEL HONG-YEN PAI
  • Patent number: 5926624
    Abstract: A computer network based digital information library system employing authentication and encryption protocols for the secure transfer of digital information library programs to a client computer system and a mobile digital information playback device removably connectable to the client computer system. The present invention is a computer network based library and information delivery system for accessing and obtaining selected digital information files.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 20, 1999
    Assignee: Audible, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald R. Katz, Edwin J. Lau, Timothy Mott, Scott A. Brenneman, Benjamin Che-Ming Jun, Samuel Hong-Yen Pai
  • Patent number: D456350
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2002
    Assignee: Audible, Inc.
    Inventors: Tim Mott, Don Katz, Guy Story, Scott Brenneman, Thomas Overthun