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  • Lightweight Vertical Take-Off And Landing Aircraft
    Publication number: 20200317328
    Abstract: An aerial vehicle adapted for vertical takeoff and landing using a set of wing mounted thrust producing elements and a set of tail mounted rotors for takeoff and landing. An aerial vehicle which is adapted to vertical takeoff with the rotors in a rotated, take-off attitude then transitions to a horizontal flight path, with the rotors rotated to a typical horizontal configuration. The aerial vehicle uses different configurations of its wing mounted rotors and propellers to reduce drag in all flight modes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2020
    Publication date: October 8, 2020
    Inventors: JoeBen Bevirt, Alex Stoll
  • Positioning apparatus for photographic and video imaging and recording and system utilizing same
    Patent number: 9441781
    Abstract: A multi-axis positioning device adapted to hold and position an electronic device such as a smart phone. A system using the positioning device and a smart phone adapted to utilize the smart phone to provide positioning commands to the positioning device. The system may provide positioning commands based upon pre-programmed instructions, or may position based upon analysis of the images being taken in real time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2016
    Assignee: Motrr LLC
    Inventors: JoeBen Bevirt, Josh Guyot
  • Headset charger
    Publication number: 20080085617
    Abstract: A charging unit for an electrical device such as a headset. The charging unit is designed to minimize the envelope of the unit when the outlet interface prongs are in the stowed position. The charging unit minimizes the use of space when plugged into an outlet or into an outlet strip. A kit including a charging unit, an coupler adapted to hard mount a headset to the charging unit while charging, and a power cord adapted to connect to a headset to charge the headset while the headset is at a position further from the charging unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2006
    Publication date: April 10, 2008
    Inventor: JoeBen Bevirt
  • Vehicle navigation system
    Patent number: 10845823
    Abstract: A system and method that function to generate an updated vehicle state based on a previous vehicle state and a set of sensor measurements. The previous vehicle state can be selected from a set of redundant prior vehicle state candidates. The system and method can optionally detect and correct for sensor measurement faults or failures, prior to updating the vehicle state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Assignee: Joby Aero, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Burghardt, JoeBen Bevirt, Daniel Burghardt, Kevin O'Connor, Tianyu Gu, Kyle Cordes, Steve Waller
  • Tracking Of Dynamic Object Of Interest And Active Stabilization Of An Autonomous Airborne Platform Mounted Camera
    Publication number: 20190289193
    Abstract: A system for tracking and video surveillance using an aerial videographic platform. The system may be adapted to follow a user possessing a GPS device with a transmitter, such as an advanced cellular telephone. The aerial platform may be commanded by the user to follow the user during a course of time, such as during the completion of an outdoor activity. The aerial platform may use a video camera to record the user while the user is engaged in the activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2018
    Publication date: September 19, 2019
    Inventor: JoeBen Bevirt
  • AIRCRAFT CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20200333805
    Abstract: The unified command system and/or method includes an input mechanism, a flight processor that receives input from the input mechanism and translates the input into control output, and effectors that are actuated according to the control output. The system can optionally include: one or more sensors, a vehicle navigation system which determines a vehicle state and/or flight regime based on data from the one or more sensors, and a vehicle guidance system which determines a flightpath for the aircraft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2019
    Publication date: October 22, 2020
    Inventors: Blake English, JoeBen Bevirt
  • Tracking of Dynamic Object of Interest and Active Stabilization of an Autonomous Airborne Platform Mounted Camera
    Publication number: 20120287274
    Abstract: A system for tracking and video surveillance using an aerial videographic platform. The system may be adapted to follow a user possessing a GPS device with a transmitter, such as an advanced cellular telephone. The aerial platform may be commanded by the user to follow the user during a course of time, such as during the completion of an outdoor activity. The aerial platform may use a video camera to record the user while the user is engaged in the activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Inventor: JoeBen Bevirt
  • Headset with fit adjustments and magnetic accessories
    Publication number: 20080019557
    Abstract: A headset which includes a metal or metallic housing to which various accessory components can be attached. These components can include an ear loop, a necklace for the holding of the headset while not being worn on the ear, an external mount, and other components. The components include a magnet which facilitates mounting to the headset. The components are not restricted to a particular attach point, which enhances the ability of the user to adjust the geometry for better fit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2006
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Inventors: JoeBen Bevirt, David Eliot Scheinman, Fred Italo Polito
  • Miniature Mounting Apparatus
    Publication number: 20100220992
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a miniature tripod assembly adapted to mount to the bottom of a camera, or other device, and to be small enough to fit within the profile of the device. The miniature tripod assembly may use ball and socket joint connectors which, when interconnected, form a flexible assembly. In some embodiments, the ball and socket joint connectors utilize an over-molded strip around the outside of the connector to facilitate in their use for gripping. In some embodiments, device may use flexible and extendable legs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Inventor: JoeBen Bevirt
  • Capillary printing systems
    Patent number: 6309891
    Abstract: The invention provides printing systems and methods for depositing small volumes of liquid on solid substrates. These systems and methods are useful with a wide variety of liquids and substrates and offer a wide variety of applications, including the deposition of arrays of analytes. In particular embodiments, the systems comprise a preservation device, a detachable ganged plurality of printing devices, and/or a wire bonding capillary.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2001
    Assignee: Incyte Genomics, Inc.
    Inventors: Tidhar D. Shalon, Joseph R. Maurino, Loren D. Titsworth, JoeBen Bevirt
  • Articulated Electric Propulsion System With Fully Stowing Blades And Lightweight Vertical Take-Off And Landing Aircraft Using Same
    Publication number: 20210206485
    Abstract: An aerial vehicle adapted for vertical takeoff and landing using pivoting thrust producing elements for takeoff and landing. An aerial vehicle which is adapted to takeoff with thrust units providing vertical thrust and then transitioning to a horizontal flight path. An aerial vehicle with pivoting thrust units with propellers, wherein some or all of the propellers are able to be stowed and fully nested during forward flight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2020
    Publication date: July 8, 2021
    Inventors: JoeBen Bevirt, Alex Stoll
  • Wireless headset with extendable microphone
    Publication number: 20080044002
    Abstract: A headset utilizing aN extendable microphone boom that positions the microphone closer to the user's mount when deployed. A wireless headset that is adjustable to the user's face and ear geometry through the use of a flexible joint between the headset housing and the earpiece. A wireless headset utilizing very thin housing construction through the use of metal. A wireless headset which can be used with a second speaker for the user's other ear. A wireless headset which uses a deployable microphone boom that deploys into a curved position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2006
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Inventors: Joeben Bevirt, David Eliot Scheinman
  • Articulated Electric Propulsion System With Fully Stowing Blades And Lightweight Vertical Take-Off And Landing Aircraft Using Same
    Publication number: 20200079502
    Abstract: An aerial vehicle adapted for vertical takeoff and landing using pivoting thrust producing elements for takeoff and landing. An aerial vehicle which is adapted to takeoff with thrust units providing vertical thrust and then transitioning to a horizontal flight path. An aerial vehicle with pivoting thrust units with propellers, wherein some or all of the propellers are able to be stowed and fully nested during forward flight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2019
    Publication date: March 12, 2020
    Inventors: JoeBen Bevirt, Alex Stoll
  • Method and apparatus for operating and controlling airborne wind energy generation craft and the generation of electrical energy using such craft
    Publication number: 20100032948
    Abstract: The invention described herein relates generally to wind power generation. In particular, the invention relates to devices and methods used for launching and retrieving wind energy generating craft as well as novel constructions of such craft. Additionally, novel structures for tethers and tether operation is disclosed. Also, methods and apparatus for power generation are described. The craft described herein are intended for electrical power generation utilizing the wind energy collected from air currents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2009
    Publication date: February 11, 2010
    Inventor: JoeBen Bevirt
  • Articulated Electric Propulsion System And Lightweight Vertical Take-Off And Landing Aircraft Using Same
    Publication number: 20230137714
    Abstract: An aerial vehicle adapted for vertical takeoff and landing using pivoting thrust producing elements for takeoff and landing. An aerial vehicle which is adapted to takeoff with thrust units providing vertical thrust and then transitioning to a horizontal flight path. An aerial vehicle with pivoting thrust units with propellers, wherein some or all of the propellers are able to be stowed and fully nested during forward flight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2022
    Publication date: May 4, 2023
    Inventors: JoeBen Bevirt, Alex Stoll
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AIRSPEED DETERMINATION
    Publication number: 20210229829
    Abstract: A method for determining airspeed of an aircraft that includes determining a rotor model relating a power coefficient of a propeller of the aircraft to an axial inflow velocity through the propeller as a function of a set of rotor operating parameters; determining the set of rotor operating parameters by sampling an electronic control signal associated with an electric motor actuating the propeller; computing the axial inflow velocity through the propeller based on the set of rotor operating parameters using the rotor model; and determining the airspeed based on the axial inflow velocity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2021
    Publication date: July 29, 2021
    Inventors: Gregor Veble Mikic, Jason Ryan, JoeBen Bevirt
  • Folding cord with rigid sections and magnets
    Publication number: 20090314515
    Abstract: An apparatus for the compact and neat storage of electrical cords, such as power extension cords and cords for earplugs and other devices. The cord may have repeating rigid sections which allow for the easy folding and grouping of the sections to allow for organized collection of portions of the cable which are not needed to be extended while in use, as well as for the organized collection of the entire cable when not in use. The rigid sections may have magnets which promote the organized grouping of the sections when collected together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2008
    Publication date: December 24, 2009
    Inventors: Joeben BEVIRT, Freditalo Polito
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AIRSPEED DETERMINATION
    Publication number: 20200324910
    Abstract: A method for determining airspeed of an aircraft that includes determining a rotor model relating a power coefficient of a propeller of the aircraft to an axial inflow velocity through the propeller as a function of a set of rotor operating parameters; determining the set of rotor operating parameters by sampling an electronic control signal associated with an electric motor actuating the propeller; computing the axial inflow velocity through the propeller based on the set of rotor operating parameters using the rotor model; and determining the airspeed based on the axial inflow velocity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2020
    Publication date: October 15, 2020
    Inventors: Gregor Veble Mikic, Jason Ryan, JoeBen Bevirt
  • Tracking of dynamic object of interest and active stabilization of an autonomous airborne platform mounted camera
    Patent number: 9930298
    Abstract: A system for tracking and video surveillance using an aerial videographic platform. The system may be adapted to follow a user possessing a GPS device with a transmitter, such as an advanced cellular telephone. The aerial platform may be commanded by the user to follow the user during a course of time, such as during the completion of an outdoor activity. The aerial platform may use a video camera to record the user while the user is engaged in the activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Inventor: JoeBen Bevirt
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AIRSPEED DETERMINATION
    Publication number: 20200062416
    Abstract: A method for determining airspeed of an aircraft that includes determining a rotor model relating a power coefficient of a propeller of the aircraft to an axial inflow velocity through the propeller as a function of a set of rotor operating parameters; determining the set of rotor operating parameters by sampling an electronic control signal associated with an electric motor actuating the propeller; computing the axial inflow velocity through the propeller based on the set of rotor operating parameters using the rotor model; and determining the airspeed based on the axial inflow velocity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2019
    Publication date: February 27, 2020
    Inventors: Gregor Veble Mikic, Jason Ryan, JoeBen Bevirt
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