Patents by Inventor Thomas J. Olson
Thomas J. Olson 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: 11353111Abstract: A rotary mixer can include a frame, a rotor attached to the frame, four wheels attached to the frame for moving the rotary mixer, and a drive system for driving the four wheels, the drive system can include four independent hydrostatic drive loops, each of the independent hydrostatic drive loops associated with one of the wheels such that each one of the independent hydrostatic drive loops independently drives one of the four wheels; wherein the drive system includes a pressure balance mode of operation for relatively good traction ground or road conditions, and a wheel speed synchronization mode of operation for relatively poor traction ground or road conditions.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2019Date of Patent: June 7, 2022Assignee: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Olson, Corwin E. Storer, Ryan A. Enot, Matthew-David S. Frantz, Derek P. Nieuwsma, Rustin G. Metzger, Nathaniel S. Doy
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Patent number: 11170555Abstract: When processing graphics primitives in a graphics processing system, the render output is divided into a plurality of regions (40) for rendering, each region (40) comprising a respective area of the render output; and for sets of one or more primitives to be rendered, it is determined for which of the plurality of regions of the render output (40) the primitive(s) should be rendered; and for each region of the render output (40) it is determined the primitive(s) should be rendered for, geometry data for the primitive(s) is stored in memory in a respective data structure (42) along with an indication of state data that is to be used for rendering the primitive(s) for the region, such that the geometry data for the primitive(s) to be rendered is stored in a respective, different data structure (42) for each different region of the render output (40) it is determined the primitive(s) should be rendered for.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2019Date of Patent: November 9, 2021Assignee: Arm LimitedInventors: Ian Rudolf Bratt, Andreas Due Engh-Halstvedt, Alexander Eugene Chalfin, Andreas Loeve Selvik, Olof Henrik Uhrenholt, Thomas J. Olson
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Patent number: 11127187Abstract: When processing graphics primitives in a graphics processing system, the render output is divided into a plurality of regions (40) for rendering, each region (40) comprising a respective area of the render output; and for sets of one or more primitives to be rendered, it is determined for which of the plurality of regions of the render output (40) the primitive(s) should be rendered; and for each region of the render output (40) it is determined the primitive(s) should be rendered for, geometry data for the primitive(s) is stored in memory in a respective data structure (42) along with an indication of state data that is to be used for rendering the primitive(s) for the region, such that the geometry data for the primitive(s) to be rendered is stored in a respective, different data structure (42) for each different region of the render output (40) it is determined the primitive(s) should be rendered for.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2019Date of Patent: September 21, 2021Assignee: Arm LimitedInventors: Ian Rudolf Bratt, Andreas Due Engh-Halstvedt, Alexander Eugene Chalfin, Andreas Loeve Selvik, Olof Henrik Uhrenholt, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20210158598Abstract: When processing graphics primitives in a graphics processing system, the render output is divided into a plurality of regions (40) for rendering, each region (40) comprising a respective area of the render output; and for sets of one or more primitives to be rendered, it is determined for which of the plurality of regions of the render output (40) the primitive(s) should be rendered; and for each region of the render output (40) it is determined the primitive(s) should be rendered for, geometry data for the primitive(s) is stored in memory in a respective data structure (42) along with an indication of state data that is to be used for rendering the primitive(s) for the region, such that the geometry data for the primitive(s) to be rendered is stored in a respective, different data structure (42) for each different region of the render output (40) it is determined the primitive(s) should be rendered for.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2019Publication date: May 27, 2021Applicant: Arm LimitedInventors: Ian Rudolf Bratt, Andreas Due Engh-Halstvedt, Alexander Eugene Chalfin, Andreas Loeve Selvik, Olof Henrik Uhrenholt, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20200256462Abstract: A rotary mixer can include a frame, a rotor attached to the frame, four wheels attached to the frame for moving the rotary mixer, and a drive system for driving the four wheels, the drive system can include four independent hydrostatic drive loops, each of the independent hydrostatic drive loops associated with one of the wheels such that each one of the independent hydrostatic drive loops independently drives one of the four wheels; wherein the drive system includes a pressure balance mode of operation for relatively good traction ground or road conditions, and a wheel speed synchronization mode of operation for relatively poor traction ground or road conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2019Publication date: August 13, 2020Applicant: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Olson, Corwin E. Storer, Ryan A. Enot, Matthew-David S. Frantz, Derek P. Nieuwsma, Rustin G. Metzger, Nathaniel S. Doy
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Patent number: 8935920Abstract: A hydrostatic drive including a hydrostatic pump configured to supply a transmission fluid. The hydrostatic drive further includes an axle motor and a drum motor. The axle motor is configured to drive a set of traction wheels and the drum motor is configured to drive a drum. The hydrostatic drive also includes an axle drive line and a drum drive line. The axle drive line and the drum drive line are connected to the axle motor and the drum motor respectively to supply the transmission fluid. A manifold integrally connected to the hydrostatic pump to operatively couple the axle drive line and the drum drive line with the hydrostatic pump.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2011Date of Patent: January 20, 2015Assignee: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Olson, Andrew R. Torkelson
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Publication number: 20130115014Abstract: A hydrostatic drive including a hydrostatic pump configured to supply a transmission fluid. The hydrostatic drive further includes an axle motor and a drum motor. The axle motor is configured to drive a set of traction wheels and the drum motor is configured to drive a drum. The hydrostatic drive also includes an axle drive line and a drum drive line. The axle drive line and the drum drive line are connected to the axle motor and the drum motor respectively to supply the transmission fluid. A manifold integrally connected to the hydrostatic pump to operatively couple the axle drive line and the drum drive line with the hydrostatic pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2011Publication date: May 9, 2013Applicant: Caterpillar Paving Products Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Olson, Andrew R. Torkelson
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Patent number: 8290593Abstract: An implantable medical device (IMD) may include at least two separate lead connection assemblies, each with electrical connectors for connecting implantable leads to the IMD. In some examples, a IMD may include a first therapy module configured to generate a first electrical stimulation therapy and a second therapy module configured to generate a second electrical stimulation therapy for delivery to the patient. The IMD may include a first lead connection assembly including a first electrical connector electrically coupled to the first therapy module and a second lead connection assembly including a second electrical connector electrically coupled to the second therapy module. In some examples, the first and second lead connection assemblies are distributed around the outer perimeter of the IMD housing.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2009Date of Patent: October 16, 2012Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Robert W. Libbey, William T. Donofrio, John E. Burnes, Paul G. Krause, Michael K. Berquist, Olivier Blandin, Michael Hudziak, William L. Johnson, John E. Nicholson, George Patras, Andrew J. Ries, Jeffrey Swanson, Paul Vahle, Thomas J. Olson, William K. Wenger, Michael R. Klardie, Samira Tahvildari
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Patent number: 8062074Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having a first inner surface forming a connector bore, an outer surface defining a fill port for receiving an adhesive, and a second inner surface defining a channel extending from the fill port to the first inner surface forming the connector bore; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members. An adhesive is disposed in the channel and seals the outer surface of the sealing member to the inner surface forming the connector bore.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2010Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, James Michael Iknayan, Thomas J. Olson, George Patras, John D. Longtin
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Publication number: 20110214273Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a fastener removal device for removing a fastener from an apparatus includes a support structure and an extractor assembly movably associated with the support structure. The extractor assembly may include a collet configured to grip the fastener. The device further includes a turning mechanism associated with the extractor assembly. The turning mechanism is configured to rotate the extractor assembly with respect to the support structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2010Publication date: September 8, 2011Applicant: GENI INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: Thomas J. Olson, JR., Brian A. Kester
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Patent number: 7988497Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having an inner surface forming a connector bore, a circuit member including a one or more traces extending through the shell; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore and electrically coupled to the traces; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2010Date of Patent: August 2, 2011Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20110014807Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having a first inner surface forming a connector bore, an outer surface defining a fill port for receiving an adhesive, and a second inner surface defining a channel extending from the fill port to the first inner surface forming the connector bore; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members. An adhesive is disposed in the channel and seals the outer surface of the sealing member to the inner surface forming the connector bore.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20100204740Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having an inner surface forming a connector bore, a circuit member including a one or more traces extending through the shell; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore and electrically coupled to the traces; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2010Publication date: August 12, 2010Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20100137929Abstract: An implantable medical device (IMD) may include at least two separate lead connection assemblies, each with electrical connectors for connecting implantable leads to the IMD. In some examples, a IMD may include a first therapy module configured to generate a first electrical stimulation therapy and a second therapy module configured to generate a second electrical stimulation therapy for delivery to the patient. The IMD may include a first lead connection assembly including a first electrical connector electrically coupled to the first therapy module and a second lead connection assembly including a second electrical connector electrically coupled to the second therapy module. In some examples, the first and second lead connection assemblies are distributed around the outer perimeter of the IMD housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2009Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Robert W. Libbey, William T. Donofrio, John E. Burnes, Paul G. Krause, Michael K. Berquist, Olivier Blandin, Michael Hudziak, William L. Johnson, John E. Nicholson, George Patras, Andrew J. Ries, Jeffrey Swanson, Paul Vahle, Thomas J. Olson, William K. Wenger, Michael R. Klardie, Samira Tahvildari
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Patent number: 7717754Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having an inner surface forming a connector bore, a circuit member including a one or more traces extending through the shell; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore and electrically coupled to the traces; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2006Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Patent number: 7654843Abstract: A medical device connector assembly and fabrication method are provided wherein the connector assembly includes a core element, a plurality of conductive members positioned along the core element, and a plurality of sealing members positioned between the conductive members, the sealing members having an outer surface supported by the core element.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2006Date of Patent: February 2, 2010Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Olson, Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, John D. Longtin
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Patent number: 7601033Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having an inner surface forming a connector bore, a circuit member including a one or more traces extending through the shell; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore and electrically coupled to the traces; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2007Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20080139031Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having an inner surface forming a connector bore, a circuit member including a one or more traces extending through the shell; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore and electrically coupled to the traces; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2007Publication date: June 12, 2008Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George Patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Publication number: 20080139053Abstract: An implantable medical device connector assembly and method of manufacture include a molded, insulative shell having an inner surface forming a connector bore, a circuit member including a one or more traces extending through the shell; one or more conductive members positioned along the connector bore and electrically coupled to the traces; and sealing members positioned between the conductive members.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2006Publication date: June 12, 2008Inventors: Andrew J. Ries, George patras, Thomas J. Olson
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Patent number: 7023469Abstract: A system (10) for automatically monitoring an area includes a camera unit (12) having therein a video camera (23) and an image processing section (27). The image processing section saves a reference image from the video camera, compares subsequent images to the reference image, and detects and tracks change regions in the subsequent images. For each change region, the image processing section saves a path of movement of the change region, and a selected image of the change region. Selection is carried out so as to optimize the selected image, for example so that a detected person is facing and close to the video camera. The camera unit is network-ready (14), so that a remote workstation (13) can access the images and other information saved in the camera unit.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 1999Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Assignee: Texas Instruments IncorporatedInventor: Thomas J. Olson