Patents by Inventor Steve Jones

Steve Jones 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: 10552195
    Abstract: Exemplary methods, apparatuses, and systems perform a live migration of a virtual infrastructure from a first set of data stores to a second set of data stores using a placement engine configured to determine optimal locations for placement of components of the virtual infrastructure and an optimal order of migration for the components of the virtual infrastructure from the first set of data stores to the second set of data stores.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: VMware, Inc.
    Inventors: Steve Jones, Praagyan Pokharel, Shivam Tiwari, Jeff Moroski
  • Publication number: 20190355445
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are advantageous for facilitating the planning and conduct of clinical trials. In an embodiment, a method is disclosed for facilitating the enrollment phase of clinical trials, and clinical trial planning, by identifying potential subjects and sites for enrollments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2019
    Publication date: November 21, 2019
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Publication number: 20190264598
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a coolant circuit (1) for a multi-cylinder internal combustion engine (3). The coolant circuit (1) having a plurality of coolant passages (10-1, 10-2, 10-3). A coolant distribution chamber (11) is provided in the coolant circuit (1). The coolant distribution chamber (11) has opposing first and second walls (12, 13) and a sidewall (14) extending between said first and second walls (12, 13). A coolant inlet (15) is disposed in the first wall (12) and a plurality of coolant outlets (17-1, 17-2, 17-3) are disposed in the sidewall (14). The coolant outlets (17-1, 17-2, 17-3) are each connected to a respective one of said coolant passages (10-1, 10-2, 10-3). A guide (18) is disposed in the coolant distribution chamber (11) for guiding coolant introduced into the coolant distribution chamber (11) through the coolant inlet (15) outwardly towards said coolant outlets (17-1, 17-2, 17-3). The coolant distribution chamber (11) may comprise a toroidal chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2017
    Publication date: August 29, 2019
    Inventor: Steve JONES
  • Patent number: 10323148
    Abstract: This invention involves the addition of ester bottoms to an asphalt paving composition to improve the usable temperature range (UTR). The ester bottoms are a byproduct of refining a feedstock containing all or a portion of vegetable oil or animal fat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2019
    Assignee: Marathon Petroleum Company LP
    Inventors: Stormy Brewster, Steve Jones, Dennis Keppers
  • Patent number: 10323147
    Abstract: This invention involves the addition of ester bottoms to an asphalt paving composition to improve the usable temperature range (UTR). The ester bottoms are a byproduct of refining a feedstock containing all or a portion of vegetable oil or animal fat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2019
    Assignee: Marathon Petroleum Company LP
    Inventors: Stormy Brewster, Steve Jones, Dennis Keppers
  • Publication number: 20190179658
    Abstract: Exemplary methods, apparatuses, and systems perform a live migration of a virtual infrastructure from a first set of data stores to a second set of data stores using a placement engine configured to determine optimal locations for placement of components of the virtual infrastructure and an optimal order of migration for the components of the virtual infrastructure from the first set of data stores to the second set of data stores.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2017
    Publication date: June 13, 2019
    Inventors: Steve JONES, Praagyan POKHAREL, Shivam TIWARI, Jeff MOROSKI
  • Publication number: 20190021201
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCACA06-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are double and medium pink to purple. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Publication date: January 17, 2019
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Publication number: 20190021202
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCACA07-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are double and medium salmon pink. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Publication date: January 17, 2019
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Publication number: 20190021203
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCACR08-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are semi-double and bright, dark pink. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Publication date: January 17, 2019
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP29613
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dianthus plant named ‘DCAPE04-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are semi-double and light to medium red-purple and purple. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2018
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP30026
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCACR08-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are semi-double and bright, dark pink. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP30152
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCACA06-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are double and medium pink to purple. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP30153
    Abstract: A new and distinct Dianthus cultivar named ‘DCACA07-0’ is disclosed, characterized by continuous flowering on floriferous plants hardy to USDA Zone 3. Flowers are double and medium salmon pink. The new variety is a Dianthus, typically produced as a garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31680
    Abstract: A new and distinct Salvia cultivar named ‘SSLVI08-0’ is disclosed, characterized by a very compact plant form, early flowering and abundant violet colored flowers. Plants are observed resistant to bacterial leaf spot. The new variety is a Salvia nemorosa, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31681
    Abstract: A new and distinct Salvia cultivar named ‘SSLRO9-0’ is disclosed, characterized by a very compact plant form, early flowering and abundant rose pink colored flowers. The new variety is a Salvia nemorosa, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31725
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGDP01-1’ is disclosed, characterized by dark greyed-purple palmate shaped foliage. Plants have a semi-compact, mounding habit and produce many lateral branches, without pinching or chemical growth regulators. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31726
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGHR06-1’ is disclosed, characterized by greyed-red/purple heart-shaped foliage. Plants are semi-compact, have a trailing habit and produce many lateral branches, without pinching or chemical growth regulators. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31727
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGHG04-1’ is disclosed, characterized by bright green heart-shaped foliage, which exhibits improved resistance to sun-scald. Plants have a dense, bush forming habit and produce many lateral branches, without pinching or chemical growth regulators. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31753
    Abstract: A new and distinct Ipomoea batatas cultivar named ‘ISGBR03-1’ is disclosed, characterized by purple-bronze palmate shaped foliage. Plants are semi-compact, have dense foliage, and produce many lateral branches. The new cultivar is an Ipomoea batatas, typically suited for ornamental container and garden use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones
  • Patent number: PP31890
    Abstract: A new and distinct Gaillardia cultivar named ‘GHOMO07-0’ is disclosed, characterized by unique large, bright yellow flowers. Plants have a tight, round compact habit. The new variety is a Gaillardia, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2020
    Inventor: Steve Jones