Patents by Inventor Shawn Monteith
Shawn Monteith 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: 10847174Abstract: Voice responsive in-wall devices are provided. In one example implementation, a power switch includes a housing mountable on or at least partially within a surface. The housing can have a front panel. The power switch can include an interface element disposed on the front panel and operable to receive a user input. The power switch can include a power interrupter operable to control power delivery to the powered load based at least in part on interaction with the interface element. The power switch can include one or more microphones operable to obtain audio input. The power switch can include one or more speakers configured to provide audio output. The power switch can include a communications interface operable to communicate data associated with the audio input over a communication link.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2018Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Assignee: Hubbell IncorporatedInventors: Shawn Monteith, Michael Tetreault, Daniel Gould, Nicholas Kraus
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Publication number: 20200282856Abstract: Apparatus and method for automated electric vehicle charging. One embodiment provides a method for automated charging. The method includes storing, in a memory, a rate profile of a power grid, the rate profile including at least one time period and at least one rate associated with the at least one time period. The method further includes generating, using the electronic processor and based on the rate profile, a charging profile, and charging, using a charging controller of a charger coupled to the electronic processor, based on the charging profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2020Publication date: September 10, 2020Inventors: Matthew Samojeden, Shawn Monteith
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Publication number: 20200241493Abstract: A method for providing a notification associated with at least one of a plurality of connected devices is provided. The method includes obtaining, by one or more computing devices, data from one or more connected devices. The method further includes determining, by the one or more computing devices, occurrence of an event based, at least in part, on the data obtained from the one or more connected devices. In addition, the method includes accessing, by the one or more computing devices, a multi-tier notification tree. The method further includes providing, by the one or more computing devices, a notification indicative of the event to one or more recipients included in the multi-tier notification tree.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2020Publication date: July 30, 2020Inventors: Sarah Milevschi, Shawn Monteith
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Patent number: 10661674Abstract: Apparatus and method for automated electric vehicle charging. One embodiment provides a method for automated charging including storing, in a memory, a rate profile of a power grid and determining, using an electronic processor, a time to full charge. The method also includes determining, using the electronic processor, a target time for completion of charging and generating, using the electronic processor, a charging profile. The method further includes charging, using a charging controller, based on the charging profile.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2018Date of Patent: May 26, 2020Assignee: Hubbell IncorporatedInventors: Matthew Samojeden, Shawn Monteith
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Patent number: 10616742Abstract: A pass through wall power plug is equipped with multiple transceivers for remote communication. The power plug may be equipped with transceivers operative in different modes or protocols. The power plug may function as a bridge between radio devices. It may function as a centralized access point for receiving and/or storing information from and transmitting information multiple connected electronic devices. The power plug may be equipped with a night light, power meter, relay switch, voltage meter, beacon, proximity sensor or other electronic components. The power plug may be made rotatable around its prongs, and may be configured to be stackable within a standard column of electrical outlets.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2018Date of Patent: April 7, 2020Assignee: iDevices, LLCInventors: Michael Tetreault, Eric Ferguson, David Davis, Shawn Monteith, Michael Murray
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Publication number: 20200036550Abstract: Systems and methods for remote control of an electronic device using a power cord are disclosed. A power cord that provides electric power to the device includes a module configured to receive wireless control signals originating from and/or transmit wireless signals to a remote device. The power cord includes one or more control wires for communicating signals between the module and the device. The module may be configured to translate information or signals received from the communications protocol of the remote device to the communications protocol of the device, and vice versa. The control wire(s) may extend along or within the power cord. Methods for wirelessly controlling a device comprise transmitting a command from a remote device to a module connected to the device's power cord, the module wirelessly receiving the command and transmitting the command to the appliance via control wires extending from the module to the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2019Publication date: January 30, 2020Inventors: Vladan Djakovic, Shawn Monteith
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Publication number: 20200011746Abstract: An apparatus and method for sensing body temperature and wirelessly communicating measured data to at least one electronic device. The device includes a sensor device having a housing base, a housing cover releasably mountable on the housing base, and components for sensing body temperature and wirelessly communicating the measured temperature, including a temperature sensor, a power supply, a microprocessor, and a transmitter and receiver. The electronic device can include an application that communicates with the sensor device and provides a user interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2019Publication date: January 9, 2020Inventors: Christopher J. Allen, SR., Shawn Monteith
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Publication number: 20190260920Abstract: The invention disclosed herein concerns a privacy enhancing device for use with IP cameras and related methods. The privacy device includes an adjustable light filter and is configured to be placed over the lens of an IP camera such that the image captured by the IP camera passes through the filter. The transparency of the light filter is controlled using a control module in response to user inputs received using an on-board user interface so as to provide varying levels of privacy ranging from an opaque state and a transparent state. Inputs that serve to facilitate and enhance operation of the device can also be received from other input sources such as connected computing devices. For security, the control path defined by the control module and the on-board user input device can be isolated from other more sophisticated control devices that can be prone to hacking and remote control.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2019Publication date: August 22, 2019Inventors: Vladan Djakovic, Shawn Monteith, Christopher J. Allen, Paul Brantner
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Patent number: 10389546Abstract: Systems and methods for remote control of an electronic device using a power cord are disclosed. A power cord that provides electric power to the device includes a module configured to receive wireless control signals originating from and/or transmit wireless signals to a remote device. The power cord includes one or more control wires for communicating signals between the module and the device. The module may be configured to translate information or signals received from the communications protocol of the remote device to the communications protocol of the device, and vice versa. The control wire(s) may extend along or within the power cord. Methods for wirelessly controlling a device comprise transmitting a command from a remote device to a module connected to the device's power cord, the module wirelessly receiving the command and transmitting the command to the appliance via control wires extending from the module to the device.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2017Date of Patent: August 20, 2019Assignee: iDevices, LLCInventors: Vladan Djakovic, Shawn Monteith
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Patent number: 10352780Abstract: An apparatus and method for sensing body temperature and wirelessly communicating measured data to at least one electronic device. The device includes a sensor device having a housing base, a housing cover releasably mountable on the housing base, and components for sensing body temperature and wirelessly communicating the measured temperature, including a temperature sensor, a power supply, a microprocessor, and a transmitter and receiver. The electronic device can include an application that communicates with the sensor device and provides a user interface.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2015Date of Patent: July 16, 2019Assignee: iDevices, LLCInventors: Christopher J. Allen, Sr., Shawn Monteith
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Publication number: 20190186496Abstract: Fan systems for circulating air in a space are provided. In one example implementation, a fan system includes a canopy controller configured to be disposed within a canopy housing of a ceiling fan. The canopy controller can be configured to control operation of a motor associated with the ceiling fan. The canopy controller can have a communication interface configured to communicate using a first wireless communication protocol. The fan system can include an in-wall controller. The in-wall controller being in electrical communication with the canopy controller via one or more electrical conductors. The in-wall controller can include an interface element configured to receive a user input. The in-wall controller can be configured to communicate one or more control commands to the canopy controller using the first wireless communication protocol. The in-wall controller configured to communicate data associated with the ceiling fan via a second wireless communication protocol.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2018Publication date: June 20, 2019Inventors: Shawn Monteith, Michael Tetreault
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Publication number: 20190189147Abstract: Voice responsive in-wall devices are provided. In one example implementation, a power switch includes a housing mountable on or at least partially within a surface. The housing can have a front panel. The power switch can include an interface element disposed on the front panel and operable to receive a user input. The power switch can include a power interrupter operable to control power delivery to the powered load based at least in part on interaction with the interface element. The power switch can include one or more microphones operable to obtain audio input. The power switch can include one or more speakers configured to provide audio output. The power switch can include a communications interface operable to communicate data associated with the audio input over a communication link.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2018Publication date: June 20, 2019Inventors: Shawn Monteith, Michael Tetreault, Daniel Gould, Nicholas Kraus
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Publication number: 20190190519Abstract: A method for controlling operation of a power switch includes obtaining, by one or more processors of a power switch, data indicative of one or more non-contact gestures. The method includes determining, by the one or more processors, a control action based at least in part on the data indicative of the one or more non-contact gestures. The method includes implementing, by the one or more processors, the control action.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2018Publication date: June 20, 2019Inventors: Shawn Monteith, Michael Tetreault, Daniel Gould, Nicholas Kraus
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Publication number: 20190149969Abstract: A pass through wall power plug is equipped with multiple transceivers for remote communication. The power plug may be equipped with transceivers operative in different modes or protocols. The power plug may function as a bridge between radio devices. It may function as a centralized access point for receiving and/or storing information from and transmitting information multiple connected electronic devices. The power plug may be equipped with a night light, power meter, relay switch, voltage meter, beacon, proximity sensor or other electronic components. The power plug may be made rotatable around its prongs, and may be configured to be stackable within a standard column of electrical outlets.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2018Publication date: May 16, 2019Inventors: Michael Tetreault, Eric Ferguson, David Davis, Shawn Monteith, Michael Murray
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Patent number: 10291861Abstract: The invention disclosed herein concerns a privacy enhancing device for use with IP cameras and related methods. The privacy device includes an adjustable light filter and is configured to be placed over the lens of an IP camera such that the image captured by the IP camera passes through the filter. The transparency of the light filter is controlled using a control module in response to user inputs received using an on-board user interface so as to provide varying levels of privacy ranging from an opaque state and a transparent state. Inputs that serve to facilitate and enhance operation of the device can also be received from other input sources such as connected computing devices. For security, the control path defined by the control module and the on-board user input device can be isolated from other more sophisticated control devices that can be prone to hacking and remote control.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2017Date of Patent: May 14, 2019Assignee: Hubbell IncorporatedInventors: Vladan Djakovic, Shawn Monteith, Christopher J. Allen, Sr., Paul Brantner
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Patent number: 10256862Abstract: An in-wall smart device comprises a smart device assembly or housing mountable on or within a wall or panel; and an information tab or panel displaying thereon smart device specific information in order to provision, pair, authenticate, communicate and/or join a wireless network. The information tab or panel may define (i) a first condition or position where the device specific information is concealed, and (ii) a second condition or position where the device specific information is exposed for viewing.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2016Date of Patent: April 9, 2019Assignee: iDevicesInventors: Michael Daigle, Brian Gallant, Shawn Monteith, Hillary Tracy, Michael Tetreault
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Patent number: 10194296Abstract: A pass through wall power plug is equipped with multiple transceivers for remote communication. The power plug may be equipped with transceivers operative in different modes or protocols. The power plug may function as a bridge between radio devices. It may function as a centralized access point for receiving and/or storing information from and transmitting information multiple connected electronic devices. The power plug may be equipped with a night light, power meter, relay switch, voltage meter, beacon, proximity sensor or other electronic components. The power plug may be made rotatable around its prongs, and may be configured to be stackable within a standard column of electrical outlets.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2015Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: IDEVICES, LLCInventors: Michael Tetreault, Eric Ferguson, David Davis, Shawn Monteith, Michael Murray
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Publication number: 20180334040Abstract: Apparatus and method for automated electric vehicle charging. One embodiment provides a method for automated charging including storing, in a memory, a rate profile of a power grid and determining, using an electronic processor, a time to full charge. The method also includes determining, using the electronic processor, a target time for completion of charging and generating, using the electronic processor, a charging profile. The method further includes charging, using a charging controller, based on the charging profile.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2018Publication date: November 22, 2018Inventors: Matthew Samojeden, Shawn Monteith
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Publication number: 20170187544Abstract: Systems and methods for remote control of an electronic device using a power cord are disclosed. A power cord that provides electric power to the device includes a module configured to receive wireless control signals originating from and/or transmit wireless signals to a remote device. The power cord includes one or more control wires for communicating signals between the module and the device. The module may be configured to translate information or signals received from the communications protocol of the remote device to the communications protocol of the device, and vice versa. The control wire(s) may extend along or within the power cord. Methods for wirelessly controlling a device comprise transmitting a command from a remote device to a module connected to the device's power cord, the module wirelessly receiving the command and transmitting the command to the appliance via control wires extending from the module to the device.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2017Publication date: June 29, 2017Inventors: Vladan Djakovic, Shawn Monteith
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Patent number: 9596098Abstract: Systems and methods for remote control of an electronic device using a power cord are disclosed. A power cord that provides electric power to the device includes a module configured to receive wireless control signals originating from and/or transmit wireless signals to a remote device. The power cord includes one or more control wires for communicating signals between the module and the device. The module may be configured to translate information or signals received from the communications protocol of the remote device to the communications protocol of the device, and vice versa. The control wire(s) may extend along or within the power cord. Methods for wirelessly controlling a device comprise transmitting a command from a remote device to a module connected to the device's power cord, the module wirelessly receiving the command and transmitting the command to the appliance via control wires extending from the module to the device.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2015Date of Patent: March 14, 2017Assignee: IDEVICES, LLCInventors: Vladan Djakovic, Shawn Monteith