Patents by Inventor William H. Wright
William H. Wright 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: 11539703Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, to provide digital identification. One of these methods includes comparing the location of a requester of a digital identification to the location of an owner of the digital identification. The method also includes providing information about the digital identification to the requester based at least in part on determining that the requester and the owner are within a predetermined distance.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2020Date of Patent: December 27, 2022Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: Adrian Borunda, Andrew L. Anaruk, Heather Hernandez, Gunjan Vijayvergia, William H. Wright, III, John Shelton, Cory S. Pickrel, Christopher Bess, Minya Liang
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Patent number: 11411936Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, to provide digital identification. One of these methods includes receiving a request for a digital document from a digital wallet executing on a mobile device. The method includes identifying a digital document provider capable of providing the requested document. The method includes sending the request for the digital document to the identified digital document provider. The method includes receiving, from the digital document provider, information that enables the mobile device to view the digital document and does not enable the computer system to view the digital document.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2020Date of Patent: August 9, 2022Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: Adrian Borunda, Andrew L. Anaruk, Heather Hernandez, Gunjan C. Vijayvergia, William H. Wright, III, John Shelton, Cory S. Pickrel, Minya Liang, Sudarshan Rangarajan
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Patent number: 10880311Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, to provide digital identification. One of these methods includes comparing the location of a requester of a digital identification to the location of an owner of the digital identification. The method also includes providing information about the digital identification to the requester based at least in part on determining that the requester and the owner are within a predetermined distance.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2020Date of Patent: December 29, 2020Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: Adrian Borunda, Andrew L. Anaruk, Heather Hernandez, Gunjan Vijayvergia, William H. Wright, III, John Shelton, Cory S. Pickrel, Christopher Bess, Minya Liang
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Patent number: 10630648Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, to provide digital identification. One of these methods includes receiving a request for a digital document from a digital wallet executing on a mobile device. The method includes identifying a digital document provider capable of providing the requested document. The method includes sending the request for the digital document to the identified digital document provider. The method includes receiving, from the digital document provider, information that enables the mobile device to view the digital document and does not enable the computer system to view the digital document.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2017Date of Patent: April 21, 2020Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: Adrian Borunda, Andrew L. Anaruk, Heather Hernandez, Gunjan C. Vijayvergia, William H. Wright, III, John Shelton, Cory S. Pickrel, Minya Liang, Sudarshan Rangarajan
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Patent number: 10616226Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, to provide digital identification. One of these methods includes comparing the location of a requester of a digital identification to the location of an owner of the digital identification. The method also includes providing information about the digital identification to the requester based at least in part on determining that the requester and the owner are within a predetermined distance.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2016Date of Patent: April 7, 2020Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: Adrian Borunda, Andrew L. Anaruk, Heather Hernandez, Gunjan Vijayvergia, William H. Wright, III, John Shelton, Cory S. Pickrel, Christopher Bess, Minya Liang
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Publication number: 20160294831Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer storage media, to provide digital identification. One of these methods includes comparing the location of a requester of a digital identification to the location of an owner of the digital identification. The method also includes providing information about the digital identification to the requester based at least in part on determining that the requester and the owner are within a predetermined distance.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2016Publication date: October 6, 2016Inventors: Adrian Borunda, Andrew L. Anaruk, Heather Hernandez, Melissa Trevino, Gunjan Vijayvergia, William H. Wright, III, John Shelton, Susan Wright, Cory S. Pickrel, Christopher Bess, Minya Liang
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Patent number: 8718236Abstract: A permanent, secure, on-line electronic repository (i.e., electronic safety deposit box or virtual safety deposit box) where a member/customer can store personal information (in electronic form) is provided within the confines and behind the security layers provided by a financial institution such as a bank. Features include catalog functionality for easy management and retrieval of data, access control facilities for the owner to designate other individuals authorized for access, event-driven access dedicated privacy with a subset space for shared elements with the bank (provider), and survivorship functionality with regard to disposition of contents, and intelligent retention rules.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2006Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Assignee: United Services Automobile Association (USAA)Inventors: William H. Wright, II, Jon McEachron
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Patent number: 6734436Abstract: The invention relates to microfluidic devices and methods that employ electromagnetic radiation to move a droplet of fluid on a fluid-transporting surface of a substrate. Typically, radiation of a particular wavelength is directed through a substantially transparent material, and the radiation imparts an optical trapping force to move the droplet. In addition, a means for reducing evaporative loss from the droplet may be provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2002Date of Patent: May 11, 2004Assignee: SRI InternationalInventors: Gregory W. Faris, John S. Bashkin, William H. Wright, Richard P. Heydt, David MacQueen
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Publication number: 20030047688Abstract: The invention relates to microfluidic devices and methods that employ electromagnetic radiation to move a droplet of fluid on a fluid-transporting surface of a substrate. Typically, radiation of a particular wavelength is directed through a substantially transparent material, and the radiation imparts an optical trapping force to move the droplet. In addition, a means for reducing evaporative loss from the droplet may be provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2002Publication date: March 13, 2003Inventors: Gregory W. Faris, John S. Bashkin, William H. Wright, Richard P. Heydt, David MacQueen
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Patent number: 5493991Abstract: An apparatus for securing a watercraft in spaced apart relation to a mooring facility, including but not limited to docks. The apparatus controls horizontal movement of the watercraft, but allows free vertical movement with the rise and fall of the water supporting the watercraft. The apparatus comprises a longitudinal beam that is attached to the dock in a generally vertical orientation and a channel member that is slidably carried by the beam. A first arm and a second arm are longitudinally joined by a flexible connector and the free end of the first arm is attached to the channel member. The apparatus further comprises a guide comprising a fender and a longitudinal element that extends therefrom. The free end of the longitudinal element is attached to the free end of the second arm and a clamp is adjustably attached to the element. The clamp has structure thereon for attaching the clamp to a water craft.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 1995Date of Patent: February 27, 1996Inventors: William H. Wright, Terrall S. Wright
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Patent number: 5321868Abstract: An improved squeegee and method of ergonomically modifying a conventional squeegee, is provided. A squeegee includes a rigid handle having a convex top side, opposite from a bottom side, and opposing concave faces longitudinally disposed between the top and bottom sides of the handle. A blade is attached to the bottom side of the handle. A compressible pad is removably secured to the convex topside of the handle providing maximum padding to the palmer regions of the printer's hands. The pad tapers to a minimum thickness at distal edges which are located on or near the concave faces of the handle.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 1993Date of Patent: June 21, 1994Inventors: Cathy Coulson, William H. Wright
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Patent number: 5243926Abstract: An apparatus for safely securing a boat to a dock having a first bracket attached to the boat and a second bracket attached to the dock. Interposed between the two brackets is a telescoping arm including a tension spring, and each end of the arm is pivotally attached to a respective one of the brackets. The telescoping arm is pivotally attached to each bracket to permit movement of the boat with respect to the dock, and the tension spring assists in ensuring that the boat does not inadvertently strike the dock. The apparatus may also include a compression spring positioned to act against one end of the sliding arm as a further cushion against lateral movement of the boat toward the dock.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 1992Date of Patent: September 14, 1993Inventors: Terrell S. Wright, William H. Wright
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Patent number: 5153460Abstract: A spark gap switch having a mid-plane or triggering electrode is brought o a conductive state using a photoconductive switch or other suitable switch, closed by a laser pulse on other pulsed light source. The photoconductive switch is connected between one of the primary electrodes and the mid-plane electrode and brings the potential of the mid-plane electrode to the same potential as the primary electrode when the photoconductive switch is closed. The use of the photoconductive switch permits shorter closing times and eliminates the need for high voltage auxiliary triggering circuits. Plural photoconductive switches, which are triggered in a precise predetermined sequence, improve the operation of Marx generators and other multi-spark gap switch applications.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 1991Date of Patent: October 6, 1992Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the ArmyInventors: Lawrence J. Bovino, William H. Wright, Jr.
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Patent number: 4607447Abstract: A food decoy apparatus (10) used to attract waterfowl, wherein the apparatus comprises an enlarged flexible member (11) having transparent portions (12) and opaque portions (13), wherein the opaque portions are representative of scattered individual kernels and/or piles of grain. In addition the apparatus (10) is adapted to be operatively connected to a waterfowl decoy (20) in its deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 1985Date of Patent: August 26, 1986Inventor: William H. Wright
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Patent number: 4577114Abstract: High power optically activated switches of the semiconductor type utilizing broadbanded flashlamp as the source of light for rendering the semiconductor conductive and thus close the switch. In order that the conductivity of the semiconductor when in the "on" state be uniform over the load current carrying cross-section thereof, the semiconductor is treated to produce a tapered density of trapping or re-combination centers therein, with the density being a maximum at the semiconductor surface which faces the flashlamp. Several novel configurations of these switches are shown, including reflectors for concentrating the flashlamp output on the semiconductor, and a plurality of semiconductor switches all activated by a single light source, as well as liquid cooled semiconductors.Type: GrantFiled: May 17, 1984Date of Patent: March 18, 1986Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the ArmyInventors: Stephen Levy, Joseph C. O'Connell, William H. Wright, Jr., Maurice Weiner
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Patent number: 4542636Abstract: This bench device is primarily for use in auto body shops, for decreasing the time consumed in performing bodywork. It consists of a lift support assembly attached to a main frame, elevatable to any desired height. It further consists of brackets which receive adjustable clamp assemblies for holding the automobile, and it also has mounting provisions for an hydraulic pulling arm assembly.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 1984Date of Patent: September 24, 1985Inventor: William H. Wright
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Patent number: 4505696Abstract: A compliance carrier of the basket type having a row of cells on each side of the center handle panel. Each row's cell divider panel section and cell compliance panel section are positioned and structured within the carrier blank so that the cell divider panels and cell compliance panels are glued together along a fold line oriented in the cross machine direction relative to the machine direction travel of the blank through a carton gluing machine, that fold line being a leading edge on the panel section not folded. Further, each row's cell divider panel section and cell compliance panel section are oriented and structured so that no glue tabs or panels within either section needs to be folded prior to gluing of the cell divider panels and cell compliance panels one to the other.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 1981Date of Patent: March 19, 1985Assignee: The C.W. Zumbiel Co.Inventors: William H. Wright, John M. Kruse
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Patent number: 4391194Abstract: A method for printing addresses on envelopes or cards from a plurality of master cards each having an address and other indicia imprinted thereon with heat conducting material, such as carbon. Master cards and envelopes or cards to be printed are delivered to a printing zone in face-to-face relationship together with a length of printing tape interposed between each master card and its respective envelope or card to be printed. The tape has one surface coated with heat-transferable printing medium disposed in face-to-face relationship with the envelopes. The master cards, tape and envelopes or cards to be printed are pressed together at the printing zone where heat is applied to the heat conducting indicia on the master cards.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 1981Date of Patent: July 5, 1983Assignee: Master Addresser CompanyInventors: Ronald A. Rogers, Ansel J. Wright, William H. Wright
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Patent number: 4319682Abstract: A compliance carrier of the basket type having a row of cells on each side of the center handle panel. Each row's cell divider panel section and cell compliance panel section are positioned and structured within the carrier blank so that the cell divider panel and cell compliance panels are glued together along a fold line oriented in the cross machine direction relative to the machine direction travel of the blank through a carton gluing machine, that fold line being a leading edge on the panel section not folded. Further, each row's cell divider panel section and cell compliance panel section are oriented and structured so that no glue tabs or panels within either section needs to be folded prior to gluing of the cell divider panels and cell compliance panels one to the other.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 1980Date of Patent: March 16, 1982Assignee: The C. W. Zumbiel CompanyInventors: William H. Wright, John M. Kruse
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Patent number: H123Abstract: The invention concerns an EM Launcher wherein each projectile has an insuor which, when subjected to a breakdown voltage, allows current conduction through the EM rails and the projectile for acceleration thereof. The insulator thus provides a disposable switch for a rapid fire EM launcher, negating the necessity of electrical (inductor circuit) charging or mechanical (breech) recycling.A key element in the invention is the replacing of a repetitively operated external switch with a plurality of single-shot, disposable switches. Better performance can be obtained from a single-shot switch (i.e., lower inductance, lower on-state voltage drop) because the compromises required of a repetitive switch to enable it to recover its voltage holdoff are not necessary.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 1986Date of Patent: September 2, 1986Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the ArmyInventor: William H. Wright, Jr.