Patents by Inventor Steven Arthur N. Shafer

Steven Arthur N. Shafer 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: 20090216438
    Abstract: A facility map framework system facilitates creation of map and asset descriptions and integrates map information to form a facility map object model with defined connections and constraints between and within maps of disparate character (e.g., geographic road maps, facility floor plans, campus layouts, stacked vertical floor layouts, and cross sections in elevation (e.g., equipment positioning, storage location as viewed, etc.)). Routing through the object map is informed of a user's starting and/or current location, desired target, and mobility characteristics (e.g., disabilities, security access, etc.). Thereby, individuals are directed expeditiously to where services are needed (e.g., first responders, repair technicians, logistics, etc.).
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2008
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Applicant: Microsoft Corporation
    Inventor: Steven Arthur N. Shafer