Patents by Inventor Stephane Menard

Stephane Menard 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: 12144007
    Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating wireless intercom in a local communications network are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: generate and transmit a first broadcast packet and a second broadcast packet to a set of end-user communication devices; receive a first device-specific packet, on a first channel by a first central antenna and during a first uplink time period; receive a second device-specific packet, on the first channel by the first central antenna and during a second uplink time period; receive the first device-specific packet, on a second channel by a second central antenna and during a third uplink time period; receive the second device-specific packet, on the second channel by the second central antenna and during a fourth uplink time period; generate a third broadcast packet that includes packetized downlink information; and transmit the third broadcast packet to the set of end-user communication devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2024
    Assignees: RTX A/S, H.M. Electronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Krag Kjeldsen, Mads Ramsgaard Munk, Stephane Menard, Hsin-Yun Yao, Alexandre Beaulieu, Scott Weldner
  • Publication number: 20240196529
    Abstract: A textile-based electrode system includes a first fabric layer having an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface includes a knitted electrode configured to be placed in contact with the skin of a user. A second fabric layer is disposed and configured to contact the outer surface of the first fabric layer. The second fabric layer includes a knitted conductive pathway configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted electrode. Furthermore, a third fabric layer is configured and disposed to contact the second fabric layer. A connector is disposed on the third fabric layer and is configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted conductive pathway. The second fabric layer can be folded about a first fold axis and the third fabric layer can be folded about a second fold axis to place the second fabric layer in contact with the first fabric layer and the third fabric layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2024
    Publication date: June 13, 2024
    Inventors: Joanna BERZOWSKA, Frederic CHANAY, Stephane MENARD, Elina NURKKA
  • Publication number: 20240188214
    Abstract: A textile-based electrode system includes a first fabric layer having an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface includes a knitted electrode configured to be placed in contact with the skin of a user. A second fabric layer is disposed and configured to contact the outer surface of the first fabric layer. The second fabric layer includes a knitted conductive pathway configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted electrode. Furthermore, a third fabric layer is configured and disposed to contact the second fabric layer. A connector is disposed on the third fabric layer and is configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted conductive pathway. The second fabric layer can be folded about a first fold axis and the third fabric layer can be folded about a second fold axis to place the second fabric layer in contact with the first fabric layer and the third fabric layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2024
    Publication date: June 6, 2024
    Inventors: Joanna BERZOWSKA, Frederic CHANAY, Stephane MENARD, Elina NURKKA
  • Patent number: 11943866
    Abstract: A textile-based electrode system includes a first fabric layer having an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface includes a knitted electrode configured to be placed in contact with the skin of a user. A second fabric layer is disposed and configured to contact the outer surface of the first fabric layer. The second fabric layer includes a knitted conductive pathway configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted electrode. Furthermore, a third fabric layer is configured and disposed to contact the second fabric layer. A connector is disposed on the third fabric layer and is configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted conductive pathway. The second fabric layer can be folded about a first fold axis and the third fabric layer can be folded about a second fold axis to place the second fabric layer in contact with the first fabric layer and the third fabric layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: Honeywell Safety Products USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Joanna Berzowska, Frederic Chanay, Stephane Menard, Elina Nurkka
  • Publication number: 20240049259
    Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating wireless intercom in a local communications network are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: generate and transmit a first broadcast packet and a second broadcast packet to a set of end-user communication devices; receive a first device-specific packet, on a first channel by a first central antenna and during a first uplink time period; receive a second device-specific packet, on the first channel by the first central antenna and during a second uplink time period; receive the first device-specific packet, on a second channel by a second central antenna and during a third uplink time period; receive the second device-specific packet, on the second channel by the second central antenna and during a fourth uplink time period; generate a third broadcast packet that includes packetized downlink information; and transmit the third broadcast packet to the set of end-user communication devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2023
    Publication date: February 8, 2024
    Inventors: Thomas Krag Kjeldsen, Mads Ramsgaard Munk, Stephane Menard, Hsin-Yun Yao, Alexandre Beaulieu, Scott Weldner
  • Patent number: 11812448
    Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating wireless intercom in a local communications network are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: generate and transmit a first broadcast packet and a second broadcast packet to a set of end-user communication devices; receive a first device-specific packet, on a first channel by a first central antenna and during a first uplink time period; receive a second device-specific packet, on the first channel by the first central antenna and during a second uplink time period; receive the first device-specific packet, on a second channel by a second central antenna and during a third uplink time period; receive the second device-specific packet, on the second channel by the second central antenna and during a fourth uplink time period; generate a third broadcast packet that includes packetized downlink information; and transmit the third broadcast packet to the set of end-user communication devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignee: H.M. Electronics, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Krag Kjeldsen, Mads Ramsgaard Munk, Stephane Menard, Hsin-Yun Yao, Alexandre Beaulieu, Scott Weldner
  • Publication number: 20230028972
    Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating wireless intercom in a local communications network are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: generate and transmit a first broadcast packet and a second broadcast packet to a set of end-user communication devices; receive a first device-specific packet, on a first channel by a first central antenna and during a first uplink time period; receive a second device-specific packet, on the first channel by the first central antenna and during a second uplink time period; receive the first device-specific packet, on a second channel by a second central antenna and during a third uplink time period; receive the second device-specific packet, on the second channel by the second central antenna and during a fourth uplink time period; generate a third broadcast packet that includes packetized downlink information; and transmit the third broadcast packet to the set of end-user communication devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2022
    Publication date: January 26, 2023
    Inventors: Thomas Krag Kjeldsen, Mads Ramsgaard Munk, Stephane Menard, Hsin-Yun Yao, Alexandre Beaulieu, Scott Weldner
  • Patent number: 11463989
    Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating wireless intercom in a local communications network are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: generate and transmit a first broadcast packet and a second broadcast packet to a set of end-user communication devices; receive a first device-specific packet, on a first channel by a first central antenna and during a first uplink time period; receive a second device-specific packet, on the first channel by the first central antenna and during a second uplink time period; receive the first device-specific packet, on a second channel by a second central antenna and during a third uplink time period; receive the second device-specific packet, on the second channel by the second central antenna and during a fourth uplink time period; generate a third broadcast packet that includes packetized downlink information; and transmit the third broadcast packet to the set of end-user communication devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2022
    Assignees: H.M. Electronics, Inc., RTX A/S
    Inventors: Thomas Krag Kjeldsen, Mads Ramsgaard Munk, Stephane Menard, Hsin-Yun Yao, Alexandre Beaulieu, Scott Weidner
  • Publication number: 20210227501
    Abstract: Systems and methods for facilitating wireless intercom in a local communications network are disclosed. Exemplary implementations may: generate and transmit a first broadcast packet and a second broadcast packet to a set of end-user communication devices; receive a first device-specific packet, on a first channel by a first central antenna and during a first uplink time period; receive a second device-specific packet, on the first channel by the first central antenna and during a second uplink time period; receive the first device-specific packet, on a second channel by a second central antenna and during a third uplink time period; receive the second device-specific packet, on the second channel by the second central antenna and during a fourth uplink time period; generate a third broadcast packet that includes packetized downlink information; and transmit the third broadcast packet to the set of end-user communication devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2021
    Publication date: July 22, 2021
    Inventors: Thomas Krag Kjeldsen, Mads Ramsgaard Munk, Stephane Menard, Hsin-Yun Yao, Alexandre Beaulieu, Scott Weldner
  • Patent number: 10928800
    Abstract: Computer numerical control (CNC) machines execute a process automatically unless a condition occurs that triggers one or more alarms that terminate the process. Accordingly, CNC laser cutting post-process inspection is usually non-existent or minimal. However, with CNC laser welding it is more common for a visual inspection or automated inspection to be performed to verify that the process was completed. Similar issues occur when single piece parts are required in addition to which executing an offline inspection requires additional complexity in re-working any piece part. Accordingly, embodiments of the invention provide enterprises and facilities employing CNC laser cutting/welding systems with a means to overcome these limitations. Further, providing intuitive user interfaces allows the user to perform tasks directly through a touch screen interface they are viewing the work piece/piece-parts upon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2021
    Assignee: LINCOLN ELECTRIC COMPANY OF CANADA LP
    Inventors: Miguel Clement, Stephane Menard, Dominique Bruneau, David Gabriels
  • Patent number: 10761508
    Abstract: Computer (or computerized) numerical control (CNC) tools are employed globally. Whilst these may be purchased with an initial set of configurations users must establish any other configurations themselves leading to potentially every CNC tool being configured slightly differently for the same process requirement even before considering new materials, tool elements etc. Accordingly, users and manufacturers would benefit from access to updated process parameters for machine tools that reflect scenarios encountered in manufacturing operations that are new or lead to improved tolerances, yields, reducing process time etc. However, users are not going to employ just any set of parameters given to them as these may damage their CNC tool or tool elements. Embodiments of the invention provide a subscription service providing access to verified settings where the verification is performed by the machine tool manufacturer or machine tool element manufacturer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2020
    Assignee: LINCOLN ELECTRIC COMPANY OF CANADA LP
    Inventors: Miguel Clement, Stephane Menard, Dominique Bruneau, David Gabriels
  • Patent number: 10365636
    Abstract: Computer (or computerized) numerical control (CNC) tools are employed globally. While these may be purchased with an initial set of configurations users must establish any other configurations themselves leading to potentially every CNC tool being configured slightly differently for the same process requirement even before considering new materials, tool elements etc. Accordingly, users and manufacturers would benefit from access to updated process parameters for machine tools that reflect scenarios encountered in manufacturing operations that are new or lead to improved tolerances, yields, reducing process time etc. However, users are not going to employ just any set of parameters given to them as these may damage their CNC tool or tool elements. Embodiments of the invention provide a subscription service providing access to verified settings where the verification is performed by the machine tool manufacturer or machine tool element manufacturer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2019
    Assignee: Inovatech Engineering Corporation
    Inventors: Miguel Clement, Stephane Menard, Dominique Bruneau, David Gabriels
  • Publication number: 20190132950
    Abstract: A textile-based electrode system includes a first fabric layer having an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface includes a knitted electrode configured to be placed in contact with the skin of a user. A second fabric layer is disposed and configured to contact the outer surface of the first fabric layer. The second fabric layer includes a knitted conductive pathway configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted electrode. Furthermore, a third fabric layer is configured and disposed to contact the second fabric layer. A connector is disposed on the third fabric layer and is configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted conductive pathway. The second fabric layer can be folded about a first fold axis and the third fabric layer can be folded about a second fold axis to place the second fabric layer in contact with the first fabric layer and the third fabric layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2018
    Publication date: May 2, 2019
    Inventors: Joanna BERZOWSKA, Frederic CHANAY, Stephane MENARD, Maria Elina NURKKA
  • Patent number: 9993199
    Abstract: A textile-based electrode system includes a first fabric layer having an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface includes a knitted electrode configured to be placed in contact with the skin of a user. A second fabric layer is disposed and configured to contact the outer surface of the first fabric layer. The second fabric layer includes a knitted conductive pathway configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted electrode. Furthermore, a third fabric layer is configured and disposed to contact the second fabric layer. A connector is disposed on the third fabric layer and is configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted conductive pathway. The second fabric layer can be folded about a first fold axis and the third fabric layer can be folded about a second fold axis to place the second fabric layer in contact with the first fabric layer and the third fabric layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: OMsignal Inc.
    Inventors: Joanna Berzowska, Frederic Chanay, Stephane Menard, Elina Nurkka
  • Publication number: 20140343390
    Abstract: A textile-based electrode system includes a first fabric layer having an inner and an outer surface. The inner surface includes a knitted electrode configured to be placed in contact with the skin of a user. A second fabric layer is disposed and configured to contact the outer surface of the first fabric layer. The second fabric layer includes a knitted conductive pathway configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted electrode. Furthermore, a third fabric layer is configured and disposed to contact the second fabric layer. A connector is disposed on the third fabric layer and is configured to be electrically coupled to the knitted conductive pathway. The second fabric layer can be folded about a first fold axis and the third fabric layer can be folded about a second fold axis to place the second fabric layer in contact with the first fabric layer and the third fabric layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2014
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Applicant: OMsignal Inc.
    Inventors: Joanna Berzowska, Frederic Chanay, Stephane Menard, Maria Elina Nurkka
  • Patent number: 8553865
    Abstract: A multi-point to multi-point intercom system, formed by at least one intercom server and a plurality of intercom terminals, the intercom terminals registered as talking or listening intercom terminals in an intercom session table. The intercom server sends to listening intercom terminals some or all of the unmixed audio packets received by talking intercom terminals according to the intensity signal value found in the header of the unmixed audio packets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Assignee: Clear-Com Research, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephane Menard, Ulrich Pauler, Martin Lamothe, Cliff Emerson, Barthelemy Rolet
  • Patent number: 8262873
    Abstract: The invention relates to an anode assembly for electroplating comprising (a) an anode body comprising soluble anode material and (b) a shielding covering at least part of the anode body and comprising a self-passivating metal electrically connected to the anode body and allowing electrolyte transport therethrough. The shielding comprises at least one layer of self-passivating metal having no openings larger than 2 mm, preferably 1 mm, in width or the shielding comprises at least two layers of self-passivating metal wherein the openings of at least one layer are at least partially covered by the metal of another layer. The invention also relates to a shielded anode basket, a method for electroplating and the use of the anode assembly and the shielded anode basket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignees: Metakem Gesellschaft fur Schichtchemie der Metalle mbH, M. P. C. Micropulse Plating Concepts
    Inventors: Jörg Wurm, Stephane Menard, Lothar Schneider
  • Patent number: 8115576
    Abstract: MEMS structures employing movable conductive member and a number of current-carrying stationary contact terminals which advantageously permit higher current carrying capability that prior art devices in which currents flowed through movable conductive members. Current carrying capability in excess of 1.0 amp without the need for additional current limiting devices is realized thereby lowering overall system manufacturing costs for systems employing our structures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Assignee: Réseaux MEMS, Société en Commandite
    Inventors: Jun Lu, Stephane Menard
  • Patent number: 7943032
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an anode for electroplating, which has an anode base and a shield and is characterized in that additive degradation is reduced when it is used in electroplating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignees: Metakem Gesellschaft fur Schichtchemie der Metalle mbH, M.P.C. Micropulse Plating Concepts
    Inventors: Jorg Wurm, Stephane Menard
  • Publication number: 20100246788
    Abstract: A multi-point to multi-point intercom system, formed by at least one intercom server and a plurality of intercom terminals, the intercom terminals registered as talking or listening intercom terminals in an intercom session table. The intercom server sends to listening intercom terminals some or all of the unmixed audio packets received by talking intercom terminals according to the intensity signal value found in the header of the unmixed audio packets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2008
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Applicant: CLEAR-COM RESEARCH INC.
    Inventors: Stephane Menard, Ulrich Pauler, Martin Lamothe, Cliff Emerson, Barthelemy Rolet