Patents by Inventor Steven R. Miller
Steven R. Miller 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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Publication number: 20230382165Abstract: A tire-inflation system for a small trailer may include a fluid pressure source mountable to the trailer, and air conduits providing sealed fluid communication between the air pressure source and the small trailer's pneumatic tires.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2021Publication date: November 30, 2023Inventors: Kevin Mark Hennig, Benjamin Tyler Morgan, Thomas C. Musgrave, IV, Jonathan Gravell, James Raymond Snider, Charles Blanton Robertson, Steven R. Miller
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Publication number: 20220185009Abstract: A rotary union is configured for removable disposition into the central bore of a hubcap through an orifice in the outboard face of the hubcap. The hubcap includes a fluid channel extending from the central bore to the exterior of the hubcap. The rotary union includes a port through which fluid may flow into the fluid channel when the rotary union is disposed in the central bore.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2020Publication date: June 16, 2022Inventors: Dane Henry, Steven R. Miller, James Sharkey, Mark Kevin Hennig
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Patent number: 10131376Abstract: A steering controller can control steering of a vehicle and is suitable for precision farm controlling. The steering controller can rotate the steering shaft of the vehicle direct the vehicle on a desired path, for example, using a satellite positioning system. Components of the steering controller are environmental protected by a housing that has an opening extending between its front and rear surfaces. The opening is lined by a shaft. A hub located near the front of the opening can be coupled to the steering shaft of the vehicle. A motor has a stator fixed to the housing and a rotor fixed to the hub. When the housing is attached to a fixed location on the vehicle, the motor can rotate the steering shaft by rotating the hub with respect to the housing. A control module drives the motor based on commands from a guidance module.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2015Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: AGJUNCTION LLCInventors: Raymond Mortimer, Steven R. Miller, Brian Ganz, James Hutchings, Charles D. Syverson
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Patent number: 9896172Abstract: A lubrication system in a marine drive has a lubrication circuit that conveys lubrication to componentry of the marine drive and a lubrication service port connected to the lubrication circuit. The lubrication system further includes a pump disposed in the marine drive, wherein the pump pumps lubrication through the lubrication circuit. A hydraulic valve is connected to the lubrication circuit, wherein the hydraulic valve has a normal operating position wherein lubrication in the lubrication circuit is pumped by the pump to the componentry, and has a servicing position wherein lubrication in the lubrication circuit is pumped by the pump to the lubrication service port.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2016Date of Patent: February 20, 2018Assignee: Brunswick CorporationInventors: Jason F. Pugh, Steven R. Miller
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Publication number: 20160039454Abstract: A steering controller can control steering of a vehicle and is suitable for precision farm controlling. The steering controller can rotate the steering shaft of the vehicle direct the vehicle on a desired path, for example, using a satellite positioning system. Components of the steering controller are environmental protected by a housing that has an opening extending between its front and rear surfaces. The opening is lined by a shaft. A hub located near the front of the opening can be coupled to the steering shaft of the vehicle. A motor has a stator fixed to the housing and a rotor fixed to the hub. When the housing is attached to a fixed location on the vehicle, the motor can rotate the steering shaft by rotating the hub with respect to the housing. A control module drives the motor based on commands from a guidance module.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2015Publication date: February 11, 2016Inventors: Raymond Mortimer, Steven R. Miller, Brian Ganz, James Hutchings, Charles D. Syverson
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Patent number: 9243906Abstract: A system and related method is disclosed for automated setting of a barometric altimeter onboard an aircraft. The system may receive inputs from a plurality of integrated systems and, based on those inputs, automatically set the barometric altimeter to the proper setting for safe operation of the aircraft. Recognition of a voice command from an onboard operator as well as from an offboard source, and parsing of received METAR reports coupled with positioning information may form the basis of the integrated inputs. Once the barometric altimeter is automatically set, the system notifies the crewmember of the new barometric altimeter setting.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2014Date of Patent: January 26, 2016Assignee: ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC.Inventors: Joel A. Conrad, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 9002571Abstract: A system for completing a walk around inspection of an aircraft is provided. The system may include a processor, a memory, and a user interface. The user interface also includes a user input system and a user output system. The user interface is configured for presenting a graphical checklist for a walk around inspection of an aircraft. The system also includes a communications device. The communications device is configured for communicating with an Onboard Maintenance System for the aircraft. The system, including the processor, memory, user interface and communications device, can be used to perform the inspection of the aircraft and provide a compliance record for the inspection.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2012Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Assignee: Rockwell Collins, Inc.Inventors: David A. Gribble, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 9002566Abstract: A visual, GNSS and INS (gyro) system for autosteering control uses crop row and furrow row edge visual detection in an agricultural application in order to closely track the actual crop rows. Alternatively, previous vehicle tracks can be visually detected and followed in a tramline following operating mode. GNSS and inertial (gyroscopic) input subsystems are also provided for supplementing the video input subsystem, for example when visual references are lost. Crop damage is avoided or at least minimized by avoiding overdriving the existing crops. Other applications include equipment control in logistics operations.Type: GrantFiled: February 10, 2009Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Assignee: AgJunction, LLCInventors: John A. McClure, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 8594879Abstract: A global navigation satellite sensor system (GNSS) and gyroscope control system for vehicle steering control comprising a GNSS receiver and antennas at a fixed spacing to determine a vehicle position, velocity and at least one of a heading angle, a pitch angle and a roll angle based on carrier phase position differences. The roll angle facilitates correction of the lateral motion induced position errors resultant from motion of the antennae as the vehicle moves based on an offset to ground and the roll angle. The system also includes a control system configured to receive the vehicle position, heading, and at least one of roll and pitch, and configured to generate a steering command to a vehicle steering system. The system includes gyroscopes for determining system attitude change with respect to multiple axes for integrating with GNSS-derived positioning information to determine vehicle position, velocity, rate-of-turn, attitude and other operating characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2010Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: AgJunction LLCInventors: André C. Roberge, Walter J. Feller, Michael L. Whitehead, John A. McClure, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 8583315Abstract: A global navigation satellite sensor system (GNSS) and gyroscope control system for vehicle steering control comprising a GNSS receiver and antennas at a fixed spacing to determine a vehicle position, velocity and at least one of a heading angle, a pitch angle and a roll angle based on carrier phase position differences. A vehicle control method includes the steps of computing a position and a heading for the vehicle using GNSS positioning and a rate gyro for determining vehicle attitude, which is used for generating a steering command.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2010Date of Patent: November 12, 2013Assignee: AgJunction LLCInventors: Michael L. Whitehead, Steven R. Miller, John A. McClure, Walter J. Feller
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Publication number: 20130176171Abstract: A multi-frequency down converter includes first and second signal paths. A common local oscillator/synthesizer drives both of the signal paths. Exemplary applications include GNSS systems operating across superbands. The down converter is adapted for use in a GNSS receiver system.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2012Publication date: July 11, 2013Inventors: Mark R. Webber, Bradley P. Badke, Walter J. Feller, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 8456356Abstract: A GNSS system includes a receiver connected to an external mass storage device. Applications for the system, including GNSS data processing methods are also disclosed. The external storage device can comprise a flash (thumb) drive, which can be connected to the receiver via a USB interconnection.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2010Date of Patent: June 4, 2013Assignee: Hemisphere GNSS Inc.Inventors: Michael L. Whitehead, Bradley P. Badke, John A. McClure, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 8334804Abstract: A dual-frequency DSP correlator receives I and Q signal components from a down convertor in a GNSS receiver system. The signal components are cross-wiped (de-spread) for noise cancellation and can be combined for use in a processor.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2010Date of Patent: December 18, 2012Assignee: Hemisphere GPS LLCInventor: Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 8271194Abstract: A method for locating GNSS-defined points, distances, directional attitudes and closed geometric shapes includes the steps of providing a base with a base GNSS antenna and providing a rover with a rover GNSS antenna and receiver. The receiver is connected to the rover GNSS antenna and is connected to the base GNSS antenna by an RF cable. The receiver thereby simultaneously processes signals received at the antennas. The method includes determining a vector directional arrow from the differential positions of the antennas and calculating a distance between the antennas, which can be sequentially chained together for determining a cumulative distance in a “digital tape measure” mode of operation. A localized RTK surveying method uses the rover antenna for determining relative or absolute point locations. A system includes a base with an antenna, a rover with an antenna and a receiver, with the receiver being connected to the antennas.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2009Date of Patent: September 18, 2012Assignee: Hemisphere GPS LLCInventors: Michael L. Whitehead, Steven R. Miller, John A. McClure, Cary Davis, Walter J. Feller
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Patent number: 8217833Abstract: A multi-frequency down converter includes first and second signal paths. A common local oscillator/synthesizer drives both of the signal paths. Exemplary applications include GNSS systems operating across superbands. The down converter is adapted for use in a GNSS receiver system.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2009Date of Patent: July 10, 2012Assignee: Hemisphere GPS LLCInventors: Mark R. Webber, Bradley P. Badke, Walter J. Feller, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 8140223Abstract: A global navigation satellite sensor system (GNSS) and gyroscope control system for vehicle steering control comprising a GNSS receiver and antennas at a fixed spacing to determine a vehicle position, velocity and at least one of a heading angle, a pitch angle and a roll angle based on carrier phase position differences. The roll angle facilitates correction of the lateral motion induced position errors resultant from motion of the antennae as the vehicle moves based on an offset to ground and the roll angle. The system also includes a control system configured to receive the vehicle position, heading, and at least one of roll and pitch, and configured to generate a steering command to a vehicle steering system. The system includes gyroscopes for determining system attitude change with respect to multiple axes for integrating with GNSS-derived positioning information to determine vehicle position, velocity, rate-of-turn, attitude and other operating characteristics.Type: GrantFiled: January 17, 2009Date of Patent: March 20, 2012Assignee: Hemisphere GPS LLCInventors: Michael L. Whitehead, Walter J. Feller, John A. McClure, Steven R. Miller
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Patent number: 7967045Abstract: A drive axle assembly includes a non-rotating spindle having a cylindrical body defining an internal cavity and an axle shaft assembly mounted within the internal cavity for rotation about an axis. A seal assembly is positioned within the internal cavity to provide a sealed chamber between the axle shaft assembly and the non-rotating spindle. A first air passage is formed within the cylindrical body and includes an air inlet to be in fluid communication with an air supply and an air outlet in fluid communication with the sealed chamber. A second air passage is formed within the axle shaft assembly and receives air input from the sealed chamber and includes an air output to be associated with at least one tire.Type: GrantFiled: March 3, 2010Date of Patent: June 28, 2011Assignee: ArvinMeritor Technology, LLCInventors: Scott Jenkinson, Jeremy Tertzakian, Steven R. Miller, David Gonska, Tracy G. Ellis, Christopher J. Wittry, John D. Morgan, Richard Decaire, Norman D. Austin, Yenkai Wang
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Publication number: 20110057834Abstract: A dual-frequency DSP correlator receives I and Q signal components from a down convertor in a GNSS receiver system. The signal components are cross-wiped (de-spread) for noise cancellation and can be combined for use in a processor.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 7, 2010Publication date: March 10, 2011Inventor: Steven R. Miller
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Publication number: 20110054729Abstract: A global navigation satellite sensor system (GNSS) and gyroscope control system for vehicle steering control comprising a GNSS receiver and antennas at a fixed spacing to determine a vehicle position, velocity and at least one of a heading angle, a pitch angle and a roll angle based on carrier phase position differences. The roll angle facilitates correction of the lateral motion induced position errors resultant from motion of the antennae as the vehicle moves based on an offset to ground and the roll angle. The system also includes a control system configured to receive the vehicle position, heading, and at least one of roll and pitch, and configured to generate a steering command to a vehicle steering system. The system includes gyroscopes for determining system attitude change with respect to multiple axes for integrating with GNSS-derived positioning information to determine vehicle position, velocity, rate-of-turn, attitude and other operating characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventors: Michael L. Whitehead, Steven R. Miller, John A. McClure, Walter J. Feller
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Publication number: 20110018765Abstract: A GNSS system includes a receiver connected to an external mass storage device. Applications for the system, including GNSS data processing methods are also disclosed. The external storage device can comprise a flash (thumb) drive, which can be connected to the receiver via a USB interconnection.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2010Publication date: January 27, 2011Inventors: Michael L. Whitehead, Bradley P. Badke, John A. McClure, Steven R. Miller