Patents by Inventor Val (Shawn) Johnson

Val (Shawn) Johnson 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).

  • 3D ELECTRONIC MODULE COMPRISING A BALL GRID ARRAY STACK
    Publication number: 20160381799
    Abstract: A 3D electronic module comprises: two electrically tested electronic packages, each comprising at least one encapsulated chip and output balls on a single face of the package, referred to as the main face; two flexible circuits that are mechanically connected to one another, each being associated with a package, and which are positioned between the two packages, each flexible circuit comprising: on one face, first electrical interconnect pads facing the output balls of the associated package; at its end, a portion that is folded over a lateral face of the associated package; second electrical interconnect pads on the opposite face of this folded portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Christian VAL
  • LOADING SYSTEM FOR AN ENCAPSULATION DEVICE
    Publication number: 20160374900
    Abstract: The present invention provides, in at least one embodiment, a loading device, system and method that loads aggregate cells into an encapsulation device for implanting into a patient. The loading system uses negative pressure from a low pressure pump in a closed system to improve safety and cell viability while allowing for even loading of the encapsulation device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Chad Green, Laura Martinson, Val Anthony Bellora, Richard Alexander Grant, Evert Kroon, Emmanuel Edward Baetge
  • Customizable Product Housing
    Publication number: 20160366775
    Abstract: A personalized housing for a consumer product, such as as speaker, includes a customizable cover at least partially covering the product and a set of at least two end caps coupled to the product. The end caps are oriented in at least partial opposition to each other and installed using an interference fit. A vibration dampening connector or buffer couples the end caps to the product. The butler is arranged such that urging the end caps onto the product couples the end caps in a releasable interference fit, and the cover remains coupled to the product when the end caps are pulled from the cover. The cover allows access to controls located on the product, for example volume and input controls, may be made of at front panel covering only the front of the product, and a corresponding enclosure that covers the top, rear and sides of the product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2015
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Inventor: Timothy Val Kolton
  • Providing transaction identifiers for application performance management in distributed computer systems
    Patent number: 9509749
    Abstract: Systems and methods for providing transaction identifiers for application performance management in distributed computer systems. An example method may comprise: receiving, by a first computer system, a first message; identifying, based on a pre-defined byte pattern, an incoming transaction identifier within the first message; responsive to failing to identify the incoming transaction identifier, generating a new transaction identifier; transmitting, to a second computer system, a second message associated with the first message, the second message comprising a transaction identifier provided by one of: the incoming transaction identifier or the new transaction identifier; and transmitting, to a third computer system, a third message representing a log record, the third message comprising the transaction identifier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignee: Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America
    Inventors: Ethan Luke Michaud, Mathew Wade Pickering, Janusz M. Juda, Prabhu Purushothaman, Thomas Steven Joyce, William Val Arneth, III, Latrisha Devon Whitehead, Matthew Maclean Bechard, James Ronald Hixon, Jennifer D'Awn Jeffress, Rafael Pedro Olaso, Gary Robert Couture, Louis Anthony Iannucci, Scott M. Blandford
  • Assisted Improvement of Security Reliance Scores
    Publication number: 20160344544
    Abstract: In representative embodiments, a system and method to recommend improvements to a security reliance score is illustrated. Individual cryptographic key material has an associated security reliance score that is calculated based on attributes of associated with the cryptographic key material. The system identifies an improvement goal and evaluates a selected cross-section of key material and their associated scores. Based on the evaluation, the system creates an exemplary model having attributes to use as the basis of improvement. This model is then used to calculate improvement potential for a selected cross-section of scores by calculating the improvement that would occur if changes were made in the selected cross-section to match the model. Based on the improvement potential, the system can then automatically initiate action(s) to improve scores or present options for action(s) to a user for selection and initiation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2016
    Publication date: November 24, 2016
    Inventors: Garrett Val Biesinger, Daniel G. DeBate, Harigopan Ravindran Nair, Remo Ronca, Matthew Woods
  • System and method for providing content to users based on interactions by similar other users
    Patent number: 9489352
    Abstract: A system and method indicates certain terms on a web page as links or portals to additional information and then allows the user to click the link or operate the portal to obtain the additional information, which may be a different web page on the world wide web.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Groupon, Inc.
    Inventors: Val Agostino, David Cowan
  • MLK INHIBITORS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20160317509
    Abstract: Provided are compounds having an inhibitory effect on Mixed Lineage Kinases. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing the compounds, synthetic intermediates, and methods of using the compounds, independently or in combination with other therapeutic agents, for treating diseases and conditions which are affected by Mixed Lineage Kinase inhibition. Also provided are methods of treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders which comprise the inhibition of Mixed Lineage Kinases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2016
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Inventors: Harris A. Gelbard, Stephen Dewhurst, Val S. Goodfellow, Colin J. Loweth, Torsten Wiemann
  • RECOVERY OF PERFLUORINATED POLYETHER OILS FROM GREASE MATRICES INCORPORATING EXTRACTION AIDS BY CARBON DIOXIDE EXTRACTION
    Publication number: 20160319216
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to a process for extracting a perfluoropolyether. The process involves: (a) contacting a solvent comprising a liquid or supercritical carbon dioxide with a lubricating grease comprising a thickener, an extraction aid material, and the perfluoropolyether in an extraction zone to form an extraction solution comprising an extracted perfluoropolyether; and (b) recovering the extracted perfluoropolyether from the extraction solution; wherein the recovered extracted perfluoropolyether comprises no more than about 2 wt % of the thickener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2014
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Inventors: KEITH W HUTCHENSON, SHARON ANN LIBERT, JON LEE HOWELL, XIAN LIANG, VAL KRUKONIS, HANS SCHONEMANN
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROFILING CLIENT DEVICES
    Publication number: 20160323292
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for providing generating and managing profiles. Such systems and methods may be implemented to control access to a function of a web server or site based on a level of trust associated with a user or device profile. According to one exemplary method, session information associated with a request to access a function of a web server is identified. At least one processor determines whether the request is associated with a trusted device profile based on the at least the session information. Access to the requested function is provided when the request is associated with a trusted device profile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2016
    Publication date: November 3, 2016
    Inventors: Scott DORFMAN, Richard RODRIGUEZ-VAL
  • Electrical connector and manufacturing method with improves on keyed electrical connectors
    Patent number: 9478912
    Abstract: An electrical connector includes a machined metal contact housing having a contact housing cavity surrounded by a contact housing wall. Two or more electrical contacts are disposed within the contact housing cavity. A polarization alignment key is disposed on an inside surface of the contact housing wall. A key-retaining pocket on the contact housing intersects an inside surface of the contact housing wall to form a longitudinal slot opening between the key-retaining pocket and the contact housing cavity. The key is mounted on the contact housing by virtue of a portion thereof being disposed in the key-retaining pocket. The electrical connector may be manufactured by (1) machining the key-retaining pocket in a metal blank from which the contact housing will be formed, (2) machining the contact housing cavity in the blank so as to intersect the key-retaining pocket, (3) mounting the key, and (4) mounting the electrical contacts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2016
    Assignee: Vibration Measurement Solutions, Inc.
    Inventors: George V. Zusman, Val J. Pollak
  • Head Position Training Device Providing Instant Feedback
    Publication number: 20160303454
    Abstract: A two part device for teaching a wearer to maintain a neutral head position while performing an action, like a gymnastics move. The device comprises a top part having a flat top surface and a thickness that is shaped to curve around the neck of a wearer and a bottom part shaped like a wedge which is securely connected to the top part on one end while the opposing end presses into the sternum or chest area of a wearing when the top part is positioned around the neck. The device is placed around the neck and pressed against the sternum or chest area of a user to ensure the wearer's head is in a neutral position. If the wearer performs the action and the device remains in place, the wearer knows that their head remained in a neutral position during the entire action, providing instant feedback.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2016
    Publication date: October 20, 2016
    Inventors: Thomas Val Balent, Yuri Kostovetskiy, Mikhail Nasikan
  • ELECTRONIC DEVICE INCORPORATED INTO A SHEET
    Publication number: 20160308269
    Abstract: Among other things, a sheet has a thickness and extends in two dimensions normal to the thickness of the sheet. Within the sheet there is an electronic device having an integrated circuit and conductive elements connected to the integrated circuit. The electronic device extends in the two dimensions, the extent of the device in each of the two dimensions being greater than 3 mm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2014
    Publication date: October 20, 2016
    Inventor: Val Marinov
  • ADENYLYL CYCLASE INHIBITORS FOR NEUROPATHIC AND INFLAMMATORY PAIN
    Publication number: 20160272572
    Abstract: The invention generally relates to adenylyl cyclase inhibitor compounds and methods for treating neuropathic or inflammatory pain by using those compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2016
    Publication date: September 22, 2016
    Inventors: Mingji Dai, Val J. Watts, Zhishi Ye
  • SYSTEM AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR COORDINATING AND MONITORING SERVICE PROVIDERS
    Publication number: 20160275438
    Abstract: A system and computer program product for coordinating and monitoring service providers is disclosed which provides an electronic portal accessible by service requesters and service providers. Service requesters may request and hire service providers that are assigned to an event and location to provide services. The progress of services may be monitored remotely. In addition, a safety feature is included which transmits a polling signal to the computing device of the service provider requiring acknowledgment of the polling signal to ensure that an emergency situation has not occurred needing attention. Some embodiments will alert a third party if the service provider has not responded.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Publication date: September 22, 2016
    Inventors: Paul Lawrence Woodring, JR., Val Okolu
  • Importation of a ribozyme into vegetable mitochondria by a pseudo-tRNA that can be aminoacylated by valine
    Patent number: 9441243
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a polyribonucleotide including a hammerhead trans-ribozyme directed against a plant mitochondrial RNA and a structure in the form of tRNA that can be aminoacylated by valine, and to the use thereof in plants in particular for inducing cytoplasmic male sterility.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique
    Inventors: André Dietrich, Romain Val, Clarisse Valentin, Theo Dreher, Jan Barciszewski, Maciej Szymanski, Eliza Wyszko
  • Loading system for an encapsulation device
    Patent number: 9433557
    Abstract: The present invention provides, in at least one embodiment, a loading device, system and method that loads aggregate cells into an encapsulation device for implanting into a patient. The loading system uses negative pressure from a low pressure pump in a closed system to improve safety and cell viability while allowing for even loading of the encapsulation device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: VIACYTE, INC.
    Inventors: Chad Green, Laura Martinson, Val Anthony Bellora, Richard Alexander Grant, Evert Kroon, Emmanuel Edward Baetge
  • PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A 3D ELECTRONIC MODULE COMPRISING EXTERNAL INTERCONNECTION LEADS
    Publication number: 20160247750
    Abstract: A process for manufacturing at least one 3D electronic module each comprises a stack of electronic packages and/or printed wiring boards, wherein a stack is placed on an electrically interconnecting system comprising metal leads each having two ends.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2016
    Publication date: August 25, 2016
    Inventors: Alexandre VAL, Fabrice SOUFFLET
  • METHOD FOR EXTRACTION AND CONCENTRATION OF ALKALOIDS USING DIMETHYL ETHER
    Publication number: 20160228483
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for the extraction and/or enrichment of alkaloids from a mixture containing such compounds. More particularly, the present invention is directed to methods for extracting one or more alkaloids using dimethyl ether.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2015
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Inventors: Douglas Phillip Cox, Timothy Samuel Bailey, Val Krukonis, Robert Rezaie, Hans Schonemann, Brian Jeffrey Waibel
  • TRANSGENIC PLANTS WITH ENHANCED AGRONOMIC TRAITS
    Publication number: 20160230183
    Abstract: This invention provides recombinant DNA constructs, transgenic plant nuclei and cells with such recombinant DNA construct for expression of proteins that are useful for imparting enhanced agronomic trait(s) to transgenic crop plants. This invention also provides transgenic plants and progeny seed comprising the transgenic plant cells where the plants are selected for having an enhanced trait selected from the group of traits consisting of enhanced water use efficiency, enhanced cold tolerance, increased yield, enhanced nitrogen use efficiency, enhanced seed protein and enhanced seed oil. Also disclosed are methods for manufacturing transgenic seed and plants with enhanced traits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2016
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Inventors: Mark Scott Abad, Jeffery E. Ahrens, Alice Clara Augustine, Erin Bell, Robert J. Bensen, Srikanth Venkatachalayya, Paolo Castiglioni, R. Eric Cerny, Jaishree M. Chittoor-Vijayanath, Maureen Daley, Jill Deikman, Molian Deng, Todd DeZwaan, Stephen Duff, Michael D. Edgerton, Bradon J. Fabbri, Jason Fenner, Karen Gabbert, Meghan Galligan Donnarummo, Garrett J. Lee, Barry S. Goldman, Deborah J. Hawkins, Steve He, Xianfeng Chen, Balasulojini Karunanandaa, Paul Loida, Savitha Madappa, Robert J. Meister, Ming Peng, Donald E. Nelson, Anand Pandravada, Obed Patty, Marie Petracek, Rajani Monnanda Somaiah, Monica P. Ravanello, Richard Johnson, Thomas G. Ruff, Rick A. Sanders, Beth Savidge, Steven H. Schwartz, Shobha Char, Padmini Sudarshana, Jindong Sun, Rebecca L. Thompson-Mize, Virginia Ursin, Dale V. Val, Tymagondlu V. Venkatesh, Kammaradi Vidya, K. Vijayalakshmi, Todd C. Weber, Jingrui Wu, Wei Zheng, Zhidong Xie, Dhanalakshmi Ramachandra
  • MIXED LINEAGE KINASE INHIBITORS AND METHOD OF TREATMENTS
    Publication number: 20160228437
    Abstract: Provided herein are imidazopyridine compounds having an inhibitory effect on mixed lineage kinases (MLKs), methods of their synthesis, and methods of their therapeutic. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds and methods of using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2016
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Inventors: Val S. Goodfellow, Thong X. Nguyen, Satheesh B. Ravula, Harris A. Gelbard