Patents by Inventor Shane Smith
Shane 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: 11919179Abstract: An out-the-front knife, components thereof, and associated methods. The out-the front knife can be a double-action spring-assisted knife. The knife includes a handle and a blade. The handle includes a rear end and a front opening opposite the rear end. The blade is movable with respect to the handle between stowed and deployed positions. In the stowed position, the blade is biased rearward. The knife includes an actuator movable in a deploying direction to spring the blade forward away from the stowed position toward the deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2021Date of Patent: March 5, 2024Assignee: AOB Products CompanyInventors: Brett Eckelkamp, Michael Cottrell, Shane Ball, William Garland, Brian Steere, Timothy S. Kinney, Seth Wheeler, Justin Burke, James Tayon, Curtis Smith
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Patent number: 11913763Abstract: An ammunition press for manufacturing or reloading ammunition cartridges. The ammunition press includes a slide bearing about which the ram of the ammunition press moves to provide smooth operation of the ammunition press. A configurable spent primer system is provided to enable a user to select how they want to collect spent primers or other debris from the ammunition press. According to a user's preference, the ammunition press can also be customized to provide a cam-over or non-cam-over sensation as the user operates the ammunition press. A light is integrated with the ammunition press for illuminating a shell holder that holds the ammunition shells (sometimes called cases). Components of the ammunition press and associated methods are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2021Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: AOB PRODUCTS COMPANYInventors: Shane Ball, Justin Burke, Michael Lindsay, Jarrod Grove, Michael Cottrell, James Tayon, Curtis Smith
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Publication number: 20230306013Abstract: A method, computer system, and a computer program product for managing a multi-vendor environment is provided. The present invention may include receiving a request to make a change to an aggregate computer system from a participant of the aggregate computer system. The present invention may include creating, in response to the request, a change block. The present invention may include receiving approval for the change block in accordance with an endorsement policy. The present invention may include adding the change block to a distributed ledger. The present invention may include monitoring a performance of the aggregate computer system.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2022Publication date: September 28, 2023Inventors: ADAM DALE BRAHAM, Jason A. Nikolai, Shane Smith
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Patent number: 11768821Abstract: A method, computer system, and a computer program product for managing a multi-vendor environment is provided. The present invention may include receiving a request to make a change to an aggregate computer system from a participant of the aggregate computer system. The present invention may include creating, in response to the request, a change block. The present invention may include receiving approval for the change block in accordance with an endorsement policy. The present invention may include adding the change block to a distributed ledger. The present invention may include monitoring a performance of the aggregate computer system.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2022Date of Patent: September 26, 2023Assignee: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATIONInventors: Adam Dale Braham, Jason A. Nikolai, Shane Smith
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Patent number: 11525507Abstract: Systems are provided for an axle housing comprising at least one dam. In one example, an axle housing, comprising a center portion including a cavity configured to house a differential assembly and at least one dam arranged in an arm portion that extends from the center portion and is configured to receive an axle shaft, wherein the at least one dam comprises a flow facilitating protrusion that extends from the dam panel in a direction away from the center portion.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2020Date of Patent: December 13, 2022Assignee: Dana Heavy Vehicle Systems Group, LLCInventors: Virginia Badiola, Shane Smith, Yulong Zhu
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Patent number: 11521994Abstract: An open circuit voltage photodetector comprises a photovoltaic device including a photovoltaic junction, and a transistor. The photovoltaic device is connected to the gate terminal of the transistor to input an open circuit voltage of the photovoltaic device to the gate terminal. An array of such photodetectors and a readout integrated circuit forms an image sensor. In a photodetection method, an open circuit voltage is generated in a photovoltaic device in response to illumination by incident radiation, and the open circuit voltage is applied to a gate terminal of a transistor to modulate a channel current flowing in a channel of the transistor. A readout electronic circuit may be fabricated with an extra transistor, and a photovoltaic device disposed on the readout electronic circuit and electrically connected to apply an open circuit voltage of the photovoltaic device to a gate of the extra transistor.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2018Date of Patent: December 6, 2022Assignee: Ohio State Innovation FoundationInventors: Sanjay Krishna, Earl Fuller, Waleed Khalil, Theodore Ronningen, Alireza Kazemi, Dale Shane Smith, Teressa Specht, Ramy Tantawy
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Publication number: 20210375957Abstract: An open circuit voltage photodetector comprises a photovoltaic device including a photovoltaic junction, and a transistor. The photovoltaic device is connected to the gate terminal of the transistor to input an open circuit voltage of the photovoltaic device to the gate terminal. An array of such photodetectors and a readout integrated circuit forms an image sensor. In a photodetection method, an open circuit voltage is generated in a photovoltaic device in response to illumination by incident radiation, and the open circuit voltage is applied to a gate terminal of a transistor to modulate a channel current flowing in a channel of the transistor. A readout electronic circuit may be fabricated with an extra transistor, and a photovoltaic device disposed on the readout electronic circuit and electrically connected to apply an open circuit voltage of the photovoltaic device to a gate of the extra transistor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2018Publication date: December 2, 2021Applicant: OHIO STATE INNOVATION FOUNDATIONInventors: Sanjay Krishna, Earl Fuller, Waleed Khalil, Theodore RONNINGEN, Alireza Kazemi, Dale Shane Smith, Teressa Specht, Ramy Tantawy
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Patent number: 10969261Abstract: A fluid manifold is capable of channeling and monitoring fluid flow within a fluid distribution system. The manifold includes one or more input lumens. Each input lumen associated with a respective inlet port. The manifold also includes a plurality of output lumens such that each output lumen is associated with a respective outlet port and at least one input lumen is coupled to two or more output lumens. The manifold also includes one or more flow sensors capable of measuring fluid flow parameters of fluid flowing through at least one of the one or more input lumens and the plurality of output lumens. In some implementations, a flow sensor can be mounted to each output lumen of the manifold.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2020Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Jeffrey L. Leaders, Matthew Shane Smith, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner
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Patent number: 10870970Abstract: According to at least one aspect, a fluid flow monitoring system includes an ultrasonic sensor for generating measurement signals associated with respective ultrasonic signals propagating through the fluid in the lumen, a shut-off valve for blocking fluid flow in the lumen, and a controller. The controller can be communicatively coupled to the ultrasonic sensor and to the shut-off valve. The controller can be configured to compute a plurality of fluid flow parameter estimates based on a plurality of measurement signals generated by the ultrasonic sensor over a time window while the shut-off valve is open. The controller can obtain an offset value associated with fluid flow parameter measurements during a zero flow state of the shut-off valve. The controller can then check for presence of a fluid leak event based on the fluid flow parameter estimates over the time window and the offset value.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2017Date of Patent: December 22, 2020Assignee: RELIANCE WORLDWIDE CORPORATIONInventors: Michael Hammond, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner, Jeffrey L. Leaders, Mathew Shane Smith
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Patent number: 10865546Abstract: According to at least one aspect, a fluid flow monitoring system includes an ultrasonic sensor for generating measurement signals associated with respective ultrasonic signals propagating through the fluid in the lumen, a shut-off valve for blocking fluid flow in the lumen, and a controller. The controller can be communicatively coupled to the ultrasonic sensor and to the shut-off valve. The controller can be configured to compute a plurality of fluid flow parameter estimates based on a plurality of measurement signals generated by the ultrasonic sensor over a time window while the shut-off valve is open. The controller can obtain an offset value associated with fluid flow parameter measurements during a zero flow state of the shut-off valve. The controller can then check for presence of a fluid leak event based on the fluid flow parameter estimates over the time window and the offset value.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2017Date of Patent: December 15, 2020Assignee: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Michael Hammond, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner, Jeffrey L. Leaders, Mathew Shane Smith
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Patent number: 10837160Abstract: According to at least one aspect, a fluid flow monitoring system includes an ultrasonic sensor for generating measurement signals associated with respective ultrasonic signals propagating through the fluid in the lumen, a shut-off valve for blocking fluid flow in the lumen, and a controller. The controller can be communicatively coupled to the ultrasonic sensor and to the shut-off valve. The controller can be configured to compute a plurality of fluid flow parameter estimates based on a plurality of measurement signals generated by the ultrasonic sensor over a time window while the shut-off valve is open. The controller can obtain an offset value associated with fluid flow parameter measurements during a zero flow state of the shut-off valve. The controller can then check for presence of a fluid leak event based on the fluid flow parameter estimates over the time window and the offset value.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2018Date of Patent: November 17, 2020Assignee: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Michael Hammond, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner, Jeffrey L. Leaders, Mathew Shane Smith
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Publication number: 20200355529Abstract: A fluid manifold is capable of channeling and monitoring fluid flow within a fluid distribution system. The manifold includes one or more input lumens. Each input lumen associated with a respective inlet port. The manifold also includes a plurality of output lumens such that each output lumen is associated with a respective outlet port and at least one input lumen is coupled to two or more output lumens. The manifold also includes one or more flow sensors capable of measuring fluid flow parameters of fluid flowing through at least one of the one or more input lumens and the plurality of output lumens. In some implementations, a flow sensor can be mounted to each output lumen of the manifold.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2020Publication date: November 12, 2020Applicant: c/o Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Jeffrey L. Leaders, Matthew Shane Smith, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner
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Patent number: 10775213Abstract: A fluid manifold is capable of channeling and monitoring fluid flow within a fluid distribution system. The manifold includes one or more input lumens. Each input lumen associated with a respective inlet port. The manifold also includes a plurality of output lumens such that each output lumen is associated with a respective outlet port and at least one input lumen is coupled to two or more output lumens. The manifold also includes one or more flow sensors capable of measuring fluid flow parameters of fluid flowing through at least one of the one or more input lumens and the plurality of output lumens. In some implementations, a flow sensor can be mounted to each output lumen of the manifold.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2019Date of Patent: September 15, 2020Assignee: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Jeffrey L. Leaders, Matthew Shane Smith, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner
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Publication number: 20200256456Abstract: Systems are provided for an axle housing comprising at least one dam. In one example, an axle housing, comprising a center portion including a cavity configured to house a differential assembly and at least one dam arranged in an arm portion that extends from the center portion and is configured to receive an axle shaft, wherein the at least one dam comprises a flow facilitating protrusion that extends from the dam panel in a direction away from the center portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2020Publication date: August 13, 2020Inventors: Virginia BADIOLA, Shane SMITH, Yulong ZHU
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Publication number: 20200047657Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for a trailer-mounted system for easing the process of loading a horse into a horse trailer. In one embodiment the system includes a plurality of hinged panels pivotally attached at a proximal end thereof to a back or side of the horse trailer. The panels are moveable between a stowed condition folded one atop the other against the trailer, and a deployed condition with the panels unfolded and extended away from the trailer.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2019Publication date: February 13, 2020Inventors: Patrick Todd Cluff, Shane Smith
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Publication number: 20200033168Abstract: A fluid manifold is capable of channeling and monitoring fluid flow within a fluid distribution system. The manifold includes one or more input lumens. Each input lumen associated with a respective inlet port. The manifold also includes a plurality of output lumens such that each output lumen is associated with a respective outlet port and at least one input lumen is coupled to two or more output lumens. The manifold also includes one or more flow sensors capable of measuring fluid flow parameters of fluid flowing through at least one of the one or more input lumens and the plurality of output lumens. In some implementations, a flow sensor can be mounted to each output lumen of the manifold.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2019Publication date: January 30, 2020Applicant: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Jeffrey L. Leaders, Matthew Shane Smith, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner
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Patent number: 10378940Abstract: A fluid manifold is capable of channeling and monitoring fluid flow within a fluid distribution system. The manifold includes one or more input lumens. Each input lumen associated with a respective inlet port. The manifold also includes a plurality of output lumens such that each output lumen is associated with a respective outlet port and at least one input lumen is coupled to two or more output lumens. The manifold also includes one or more flow sensors capable of measuring fluid flow parameters of fluid flowing through at least one of the one or more input lumens and the plurality of output lumens. In some implementations, a flow sensor can be mounted to each output lumen of the manifold.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2016Date of Patent: August 13, 2019Inventors: Jeffrey L. Leaders, Matthew Shane Smith, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner
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Publication number: 20180296463Abstract: The present invention provides a personal care cleansing composition, and also provides a pre-mix and a process for preparing personal care compositions that can be presented in liquid, semi-solid or solid forms. The composition of the invention comprises a unique combination of cleansing and soothing agents, and produces an improved and long-lasting cleansing sensory experience. In a an embodiment aimed for oral care, there is provided an alcohol-free mouthwash composition particularly useful for cavity prevention and treatment as well as white spots prevention for a subject wearing braces.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2018Publication date: October 18, 2018Inventors: Honorio Obias, Daniel Hekman, Shane Smith, Thomas Knopp, Sherry McGraw, Charisse Winecki
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Publication number: 20180291594Abstract: According to at least one aspect, a fluid flow monitoring system includes an ultrasonic sensor for generating measurement signals associated with respective ultrasonic signals propagating through the fluid in the lumen, a shut-off valve for blocking fluid flow in the lumen, and a controller. The controller can be communicatively coupled to the ultrasonic sensor and to the shut-off valve. The controller can be configured to compute a plurality of fluid flow parameter estimates based on a plurality of measurement signals generated by the ultrasonic sensor over a time window while the shut-off valve is open. The controller can obtain an offset value associated with fluid flow parameter measurements during a zero flow state of the shut-off valve. The controller can then check for presence of a fluid leak event based on the fluid flow parameter estimates over the time window and the offset value.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2018Publication date: October 11, 2018Applicant: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Michael Hammond, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner, Jeffrey L. Leaders, Mathew Shane Smith
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Publication number: 20170298597Abstract: According to at least one aspect, a fluid flow monitoring system includes an ultrasonic sensor for generating measurement signals associated with respective ultrasonic signals propagating through the fluid in the lumen, a shut-off valve for blocking fluid flow in the lumen, and a controller. The controller can be communicatively coupled to the ultrasonic sensor and to the shut-off valve. The controller can be configured to compute a plurality of fluid flow parameter estimates based on a plurality of measurement signals generated by the ultrasonic sensor over a time window while the shut-off valve is open. The controller can obtain an offset value associated with fluid flow parameter measurements during a zero flow state of the shut-off valve. The controller can then check for presence of a fluid leak event based on the fluid flow parameter estimates over the time window and the offset value.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2017Publication date: October 19, 2017Applicant: Reliance Worldwide CorporationInventors: Michael Hammond, Francis M. Mess, Samuel Elia, Jorge C. Almirall, Brian Gestner, Jeffrey L. Leaders, Mathew Shane Smith