Patents by Inventor Victor Rendina

Victor Rendina 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).

  • MULTI-ROLE DEVICES FOR AUTOMATION ENVIRONMENTS
    Publication number: 20240089141
    Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the invention, an automation control device, such as a host or hub, is provided with functionality so that it becomes a multi-role automation control device. One such multi-role automation control device produces an on screen display which enables a user to select predetermined lighting scenes or television channels, and to control other devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2023
    Publication date: March 14, 2024
    Inventors: Robert P. Madonna, Arthur A. Jacobson, David W. Tatzel, Victor Rendina, Timothy R. Locascio
  • Multi-role devices for automation environments
    Patent number: 11863343
    Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the invention, an automation control device, such as a host or hub, is provided with functionality so that it becomes a multi-role automation control device. The multi-role automation control device is capable of controlling an expanded variety of “smart” or other devices. The multi-role automation control device may be implemented using a variety of underlying devices including a host, hub, soundbar, “smart” thermostat, “smart” amplifier, audio speaker, or other device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2024
    Assignee: Savant Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert P. Madonna, Arthur A. Jacobson, David W. Tatzel, Victor Rendina, Timothy R. Locascio
  • MULTI-ROLE DEVICES FOR AUTOMATION ENVIRONMENTS
    Publication number: 20200267013
    Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the invention, an automation control device, such as a host or hub, is provided with enhanced functionality so that it becomes a multi-role automation control device. The multi-role automation control device is capable of controlling an expanded variety of “smart” or other devices whose native control protocol is not generally compatible. The multi-role automation control device may be implemented using a variety of underlying devices including a host, hub, soundbar, “smart” thermostat, “smart” amplifier, audio speaker, or other device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2020
    Publication date: August 20, 2020
    Inventors: Robert P. Madonna, Arthur A. Jacobson, David W. Tatzel, Victor Rendina, Timothy R. Locascio