Dallas Inventions: 118 Patents Granted In The Week Of October 26 »Dallas Innovations |

Dallas-Fort Worth is ranked 11th out of 250 metropolitan areas for patent activity. The granted patents include: • Minor IP's underwater wing to provide lift for ships • Apple's DMRS for 5G IoT communication system • Capital One's document term recognition and analysis • Dell's pre-boot BIOS to repair operating system stop Platform issues caused by error code crashes • Edible Garden AG's greenhouse farming system • NICE LTD detects complaint interactions • Toyota predicts and detects heart events • VitalTech Properties' wearable charger

US Patent No. 11,155,321 (Underwater Wings Used to Provide Lift for Ships) has been assigned to Minor IP, LLC.

Dallas Invents reviews US patents related to the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area every week. The list includes patents granted to local assignees and/or inventors in North Texas. Patent activity can be used as an indicator of future economic growth as well as the development of emerging markets and the attractiveness of talents. By tracking inventors and assigns in the region, we aim to provide a broader understanding of invention activities in the region. The list is organized by the Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC).

118 authorized patents ranked 11th in production volume of 250 subway patents

Do not. Patent classification

A: Human Necessities 8 B: Execution; Transportation 13 C: Chemistry; Metallurgy 3 D: Textiles; Paper 1 E: Fixed Structure 5 F: Mechanical Engineering; Light; Heating; Weapon; Blasting 3 H: Electricity 44 G: Physics 36

Main assignee (number of patents)

Texas Instruments Inc. (Dallas) 16 Capital One Services LLC (McLean, Virginia) 4 Halliburton Energy Services Inc. (Houston) 4 Micron Technology Inc. (Boise, ID) 4 Textron Innovations Inc. (Providence, RI) 4 Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America Inc. (Plano) 4 IBM Corp. (Armonk, NY) 3 Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc. (Basking Ridge, NJ) 3 ATT IP I LP (Atlanta, GA) 2

Top local inventors (number of patents)

Geoffrey Dagley (McKinney) 2 Jason Hoover (Grapevine) 2 Kenneth Moore (Dallas) 2 Petru Emanuel Stingu (Dallas) 2 Qiaochu Tang (The Colony) 2 Stephen Wylie (Carrollton) 2

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Mop bucket accessory system and method of use Patent number: 11154177

Inventor: Jarvis Johnson (Allen, Texas) Assignee: Unassigned Law Firm: Leavitt Eldredge Law Firm (location not found) Application number, date, speed: 15686813 on August 25, 2017 ( Application until 1523 days) Questions)

Abstract: A system for decorating a mop bucket by attaching a bracket to the front edge of the mop bucket. The holder has multiple compartments to accommodate spray bottles, wipes or other supplies or tools. The holder is attached to the bucket through a connecting device such as a hanger, a belt, and the like. Comes with a handle to remove the holder when the mop bucket is emptied.

[A47L] Household washing or cleaning (brush A46B; number of cleaning bottles or other hollow items B08B 9/00; laundry D06F); general vacuum cleaner (general cleaning B08)

Optical retinoscopy device and method Patent number: 11154194

Inventor: Samarendra Kumar Mohanty (Arlington, Texas), Subrata Batabyal (Arlington, Texas) Assignee: Unsigned Law Firm: CrossPond Law (1 non-local office) application Number, date, speed: 11th 16179944 /04/2018 (1087 days application release)

Abstract: The principles of the present disclosure relate to novel methods and devices for focusing or global light stimulation of the retina and detecting retinal activity by collecting and processing backscattered light signals (Optical RetinoGram) from the retina. Specifically, the present invention provides various multifractal parameters such as singular spectrum width, Hurst exponent, fractal dimension, local connection fractal mapping, and artificial intelligence based on monitoring phase/intensity fluctuations and then applying multifractal algorithms to optical signals. The classification is used to diagnose retinal degeneration/eye diseases, and to evaluate disease progression or functional recovery caused by one or more therapeutic drugs, equipment, and protocols.

[A61B] Diagnosis; surgery; identification (analysis of biological materials G01N, such as G01N 33/48)

Metal ion electrochemical biosensor and its use patent number: 11154242

Inventor: Shalini Prasad (Richardson, Texas) Assignee: University of Texas System (Austin, Texas), Rush University Medical Center (Chicago, Illinois) Law Firm: Barnes Thornburg LLP ( 12 other local subways) Application number, date, speed: 15124893 on 03/11/2015 (2421 days application release)

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention provides a method for determining the level of metal ions in a patent due to the corrosion and abrasion process of metal implants in human or veterinary patients. One embodiment provides a cost-effective and patient-driven early diagnosis method, which has potential applications in orthopedics and dentistry. In one embodiment, the method includes using an electrochemical biosensor to detect metal ions or particles in a sample taken from a patient with a metal implant.

[A61B] Diagnosis; surgery; identification (analysis of biological materials G01N, such as G01N 33/48)

Steering suture retriever patent number: 11154295

Inventor: Joshua Silver Redstone (Dallas, Texas), Sumant Gopal Krishnan (Dallas, Texas) Assignee: Composite Surgical, LLC (Cole Gables, Florida) Law Firm: Levine Bagade Han LLP (1 non-local office)) Application number, date, speed: 17185194 on February 25, 2021 (243 days application release)

Abstract: A positioning and retrieval device that is manipulated by a carrying element connected to a handle and driven by an actuator that allows axial and rotational movement of the capturing part on the carrying element.

[A61B] Diagnosis; surgery; identification (analysis of biological materials G01N, such as G01N 33/48)

Inclined drive shaft to rotate surgical cutting tools and electric mobile phones Patent No.: 11154319

Inventor: S. Shane Dexter (Keller, Texas), Zachary Heiliger (Flower Hill, Texas) Assignee: Medtronic PS Medical, Inc. (Minneapolis, Minnesota) : Dicke, Billig Czaja, PLLC (1 non-local office) Application number, date, speed: 16419348 on May 22, 2019 (888 days application issued)

Abstract: A surgical cutting tool suitable for being driven by a motor rotation. The surgical cutting tool includes an elongate shaft that defines a middle portion and a coupling portion. The shape of the middle part defines the main central axis of the shaft. The coupling part includes a tang having a tapered cylindrical shape defining a drive axis. The drive shaft is inclined with respect to the main central axis. When connected to the motor of the power handpiece, the tang transmits the input or driving force from the motor to the middle part as a torque around the main central axis. In some embodiments, the drive axis extends through the center of mass of the first and second spaced apart cross-sectional planes of the tang, the first and second planes being each perpendicular to the main central axis.

[A61B] Diagnosis; surgery; identification (analysis of biological materials G01N, such as G01N 33/48)

A minimally invasive device for preventing and treating hydrocephalus and its use method Patent No. 11154695

Inventor: Frederick H. Sklar (Dallas, Texas) Assignee: Unassigned Law Firm: Griggs Bergen LLP (local) Application number, date, speed: 16620189 on 06/07/2018 (1237 days after the application was issued ))

Abstract: A device ([b]10[/b]) and method of use for the minimally invasive prevention and/or treatment of hydrocephalus including non-invasive is disclosed. In one embodiment of the device ([b]10[/b]), the size of the housing ([b]50[/b]) is suitable for contact with the upper layer of the skull with fontanelle. Inside the housing ([b]50[/b]), the compartment ([b]12[/b]) includes a pressure applicator ([b]88[/b]), such as a liquid-filled air bag ([ b ]22[/b]), under the control of the pressure regulator ([b]14[/b]). The pressure applicator ([b]88[/b]) is configured to selectively apply external pressure to the fontanelle. The compartment ([b]12[/b]) includes a pressure sensor ([b]90[/b]) configured to measure the intracranial pulse pressure of the fontanelle. Furthermore, in one embodiment, the device ([b]10[/b]) can cause pulse pressure modulation by adjusting the intracranial pulse pressure via a pressure applicator ([b]88[/b]). For example, this enables non-invasive measurement and modulation of the infant's pulse pressure.

[A61M] Device for introducing or introducing a medium into the body (Introducing or introducing a medium into the body of an animal A61D 7/00; Method of inserting a tampon A61F 13/26; Device for oral food or medicine A61J; Collection container, storage or management Blood or medical fluids A61J 1/05); devices for converting body fluids or removing media from the body (surgery A61B; chemical aspects of surgical items A61L; magnetic therapy using magnetic elements placed in the body A61N 2/10); producing or Devices that stop sleep or coma[5]

Capacitive voltage multiplier for providing adjustable control during stimulation pulses Patent No. 11154714

Inventors: Daran DeShazo (Lewisville, TX), Gavin L. Rade (Dallas, TX), Steven Boor (Plano, TX) Assignee: Advanced Neuromodulation Systems, Inc. (Plano, Texas) Law Firm: Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (13 other local subways) Application number, date, speed: 16520052 on July 23, 2019 (826 days after the application was released)

Abstract: An implantable medical device (IMD) includes an adjustable capacitance voltage multiplier (CVM) that responds to a diagnostic circuit that is configured to provide a control signal within a single stimulation current pulse to regulate the application to the IMD The voltage output of the electrode. Lead system. The control counter is coupled to the diagnostic circuit for incrementing or decrementing the N-bit counter output signal, which can be operated to reconfigure the charge pump device of the CVM to facilitate the adjusted voltage output.

[A61N] Electrotherapy; Magnetic Therapy; Radiotherapy; Ultrasound Therapy (Measurement of Bioelectric Current A61B; Surgical instruments, devices or methods used to transfer non-mechanical forms of energy into or out of the body A61B 18/00; General anesthesia equipment A61M ; Incandescent lamp H01K; Infrared radiator for heating H05B) [6]

Model car protective cover patent number: 11154788

Inventors: Jon Kenneth Lampert (Allen, Texas), Otto Karl Allmendinger (Rollett, Texas), Timothy E. Roberts (Erie, Colorado) Assignee: TRAXXAS LP (Texas State McKinney) Law Firm: No Lawyer Application Number, Date, Speed: 16872102 on May 11, 2020 (533 days after the application was released)

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective housing that includes a base having a first continuous mating surface and at least one transfer hole, and a cover including a second continuous mating surface, wherein the second continuous mating surface is configured to mate with the first continuous mating surface The surface forms a seal. A continuous mating surface, and a clamp, wherein at least a portion of the clamp can be coupled to the base, wherein the mouth of the clamp is configured to be offset from the hole when the clamp is coupled to the base, wherein the clamp includes a first sealing layer, and wherein the clamp is configured to seal Holes to prevent contamination. The protective housing can be configured to be used in a remotely controllable model vehicle to protect the control module.

[A63H] Toys, such as tops, dolls, hoops, building blocks

Operation and transportation

Spinel supported palladium oxide for storing NOx Patent No. 11154816

Inventors: Charles Alexander Roberts (Farmington Hills, Michigan), Krishna Gunugunuri (Canton, Michigan), Torin C. Peck (Ann Arbor, Michigan) Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Plano , TX) Law Firm: Darrow Mustafa PC (2 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16426078 on May 30, 2019 (880 days application release)

Abstract: The molecular formula of passive NO[subscript]x[/subscript] adsorption (PNA) composition is PdNiFe[subscript]2[/subscript]O[subscript]4[/subscript], where Pd stands for palladium Components, such as palladium oxide, are adsorbed on the surface of nickel ferrite. This composition can be synthesized by wet-impregnating nickel ferrite with palladium salt, and exhibits effective NO[subscript]x[/subscript] adsorption at low temperatures, where NO[subscript]x[/subscript ] Desorption occurs mainly at high temperatures. The effective two-stage NO[subscript]x[/subscript] emission reduction catalyst under the condition of engine cold start includes the PNA composition upstream of the NO[subscript]x[/subscript] conversion catalyst.

[B01J] Chemical or physical processes, such as catalysis and colloidal chemistry; their related equipment (processes or equipment for specific applications, see the relevant places of these processes or equipment, such as F26B 3/08) [2]

Fence painting system patent number 11154893

Inventor: Matt Matern (Duncanville, Texas) Assignee: Unassigned Law Firm: Leavitt Eldredge Law Firm (location not found) Application number, date, speed: 16006058 on June 12, 2018 ( Application until 1232 days) Questions)

Abstract: Fence painting system can spray coating on the front and back of the fence at the same time. The system uses a spray module mounted on the anchor to spray the coating. The anchor is connected to the top of the fence, and the spray model is lowered by an expansion device. When the module is descending, the ground is detected by the sensor to prevent the module from hitting the ground.

[B05B] Spraying equipment; atomization device; nozzle (spray mixer with nozzle B01F 5/20; process of spraying liquid or other fluid materials on the surface by spraying B05D) [2]

Formation method of cushion body and composite structure Patent No.: 11155047

Inventor: Stephane Laurin (Fort Worth, Texas) Assignee: Textron Innovations Inc. (Providence, Rhode Island) Law Firm: Lightfoot Alford PLLC (1 non-local office) Application number , Date, speed: 16154666 on 10/08/2018 (1114 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A mat for forming a composite structure, including a laminate with at least one carbon layer and at least one organic silicon layer. At least one silicone layer defines the outer surface of the laminate. The laminate has a first area and a second area. The thickness of at least one carbon layer in the first region is greater than the thickness of at least one carbon layer in the second region. The hardness value of the first area is greater than the hardness value of the second area.

[B29C] Molding or joining of plastics; molding of materials in the plastic state, not provided in other ways; post-processing of molded products, such as repair (manufacturing preforms B29B 11/00; by combining previously unconnected layers into one Products whose layers will be held together to manufacture laminated products B32B 37/00-B32B 41/00) [4]

Material distribution system patent number: 11155048

Inventors: David G. Carlson (North Richland Hills, Texas), Doug K. Wolfe (Denton, Texas), George R. Decker (Mansfield, Texas) , Paul K. Oldroyd (Azil, TX) Assignee: Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (Fort Worth, TX) Law Firm: Timmer Law Group, PLLC (1 non-local office ) Application number, date, speed: 16031452 on 07/10/2018 (1204 days after the application was issued)

Abstract: A material distribution system includes a first frame and a first application head. The first application head supported by the first frame includes a first skew layer assembly that includes a skew layer roller supported on the skew layer distributor unit, and the first skew layer assembly is configured to Pass the oblique layer material along the offset path; and a first non-inclined layer assembly, which includes a non-inclined layer roll supported by a non-inclined layer distributor unit, the non-inclined layer assembly is configured to pass the non-inclined path along the non-inclined path Layer material; wherein the biased path and the non-biased path are substantially parallel. Another aspect provides a material distribution system, including a first frame and a first application head supported by the first frame; and a second frame and a second application head supported by the first frame; wherein the first frame and the second frame are in operation. Move in the X direction. Another aspect includes the preparation of composite articles.

Patent Number of Pickup Truck Rotating Bed: 11155198

Inventor: Tarakorn Soonthornwinate (Ann Arbor, Michigan) Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Plano, Texas) Law Firm: Darrow Mustafa PC (2 non-local offices) Application Number, date, Speed: 16459882 on 07/02/2019 (847 days app to issue)

Abstract: Pickup trucks can include beds that are configured to be rotatable. The bed may be partially defined by the first side wall, the second side wall, the front wall, the rear wall, and the floor. The bottom plate may include a standard position in which the first side wall and the second side wall of the bottom plate may be substantially parallel to the longitudinal direction of the pickup truck. The bed can be selectively rotated around the rotation axis to one or more rotation positions. In the rotated position, the first and second side walls may be angled with respect to the longitudinal direction. The bed can also be raised in the height direction so that the lowest point of the bed is above the chassis frame of the pickup truck. The rotatable bed can expand its use and allow easy access to the bed from the desired location.

[B60P] Vehicles suitable for loading or transporting, carrying or containing special loads or objects (vehicles with special regulations for transporting patients or disabled persons, or their personal vehicles A61G 3/00)

Automobile bumper cleaning device and its production and use method Patent No.: 11155225

Inventor: Paxton S. Williams (Milan, Michigan) Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Plano, Texas) Law Firm: Darrow Mustafa PC (2 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16786300 on February 10, 2020 (624 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A vehicle bumper cleaning device includes a bumper cleaner that can selectively move longitudinally and extends laterally. The bumper cleaner includes a first end and an opposite second end, and is configured to be close to the bumper of the vehicle The upper surface is arranged. The vehicle bumper cleaning device also includes a selectively movable first actuator attached near the first end of the bumper cleaner. The vehicle bumper cleaning device further includes a selectively movable second actuator attached near the second end of the bumper cleaner, a selectively movable first actuator, and a selectively movable second actuator. The two actuators are configured to selectively and reversibly move the bumper cleaner backward and forward across the bumper of the vehicle.

[B60J] Car windows, windshields, non-fixed sunroofs, doors or similar devices; detachable external protective covers especially suitable for vehicles (fix, hang, close or open such devices E05)

Patent No. 11155321 for underwater wing that provides lift for ships

Inventor: Jason Bernard Minor (South Lake, Texas) Assignee: Minor IP, LLC (South Lake, Texas) Law Firm: Gray Robinson, Pennsylvania (2 non-local offices) Application number, date, Speed: 16792819 February 17, 2020 (617 days after the application was released)

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to underwater wings used to provide lift to ships. More specifically, the exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a pair of underwater wings attached to the hull of the pontoon. The purpose of the wing is to provide a specified amount of lift to reduce drag and improve the performance of the vessel. This is different from traditional hydrofoils, which are designed to lift the ship completely out of the water. Ideally, the wings are connected to the deck of the pontoon via adjustable brackets, allowing the wings to be raised or lowered in the water to adjust the amount of drag.

[B63B] Ship or other watercraft; ship equipment (vessel ventilation, heating, cooling or air-conditioning arrangement B63J 2/00; floating substructure E02F 9/06 supported as dredger or soil lift) [2]

Patent number of foldable wing extension for aircraft: 11155330

Inventor: Michael Edwin Rinehart (Ulis, Texas) Assignee: Textron Innovations Inc. (Providence, Rhode Island) Law Firm: Lawrence Youst PLLC (local) Application number, date, speed: 15963283 on 04/26/ 2018 (1279 days application release)

Abstract: A propulsion and lift system for an aircraft includes a wing with an outer end and a pylon assembly connected to the outer end of the wing. The propulsion and lift system also includes a wing extension rotatably connected to the outboard end of the pylon assembly. The wing extension can be rotated between the flying position in flight mode and the stowed position in storage mode. The wing extensions fold inward in the stowed position, thereby reducing the wingspan of the aircraft in the stowed mode.

[B64C] Aircraft; helicopter (hover vehicle B60V)

Patent number of rotor blade grip: 11155347

Inventors: John McCullough (Weatherford, TX), Mark Adam Wiinikka (Hurst, TX), Russell Steven Cole (Ulis, TX), William Russell Cleary, Jr . (Mansfield, Texas), Zachary Edwin Dailey (Grapevine, Texas) Assignee: TEXTRON INNOVATIONS INC. (Providence, Rhode Island) Law Firm: Slater Matsil , LLP (1 other local subway) application number, date, speed: 16372732 on 04/02/2019 (938 days of application release))

Abstract: One embodiment of the rotorcraft main rotor system includes a yoke, rotor blades, and a gripping assembly that attaches the rotor blades to the yoke. The handle assembly includes a handle body formed of a continuous laminated composite material and having a substantially constant thickness, wherein the handle body has an upper extension part, a lower extension part, and a connecting part connected between the inner end and the inner end of the upper extension part. Lower extension. The inner surface of the upper extension faces and is substantially parallel to the inner surface of the lower extension, and the upper extension has a first feature and the lower extension has a second feature aligned with the first feature, wherein the first feature and each second feature The feature includes at least one of an edge profile, an attachment hole, or a first protection element.

[B64C] Aircraft; helicopter (hover vehicle B60V)

Flexible aircraft seat configuration patent number 11155353

Inventors: Bobby Howard Mosier (Keller, TX), Darrell W. Wilkerson (Arlington, TX), Ernest Edward Senn, Jr. (Mansfield, TX), Joseph Daniel Leachman (Keller, Texas), Richard Theodore Perryman (Keller, Texas) Worth, TX), Timothy Brian Carr (Fort Worth, assignee: Textron Innovations Inc. (Texas) Fort Worth Law Firm: Patent Capital Group (6 other local cities) Application number, date, speed: 16717739 December 17, 2019 (679 days after the application was released)

Abstract: In one embodiment, a device may include: a bottom plate for a rotorcraft; one or more disc fasteners in a floor panel, where each disc fastener includes attachment fittings and multiple Internal flanges, where multiple internal flanges in each disc fastener are adjacent; and one or more seat fixtures coupled to the floor panel using one or more disc fasteners .

[B64D] Equipment installed or installed on aircraft; flight suits; parachutes; arrangement or installation of aircraft power units or propulsion gears

Inventors: Aaron P. Simek (Keller, Texas), Stephen P. Alcalan (Mansfield, Texas), Tyson T. Henry (Arlington, Texas) Assignee: Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. (Fort Worth, Texas) Law Firm: Timmer Law Group, PLLC (1 non-local office) Application number, date, speed: 15802983 on 11/03/2017 (application publication 1453 sky)

Abstract: A mounting assembly for connecting an accessory to a frame, including a base configured to be connected to the frame; the base has a hollow part; the hollow part includes a receiving end that includes a tapered socket; adjacent to the tapered socket An internal interlocking portion; a fixed end opposite the receiving end; the shaft is configured to be connected to the accessory at the first end and received in the hollow portion of the base in the engagement position, the shaft includes a tapered boss adjacent to the first end, The tapered boss is configured to engage the tapered socket; the outer interlocking portion adjacent to the tapered boss is configured to engage the inner interlocking portion; and a second end opposite to the first end, the second end including a threaded surface ; Wherein, when the shaft is in the engaged position, the shaft is stationary in the hollow portion.

[B64D] Equipment installed or installed on aircraft; flight suits; parachutes; arrangement or installation of aircraft power units or propulsion gears

The Iflex conveying system with gap capability enables efficient product transfer Patent No. 11155417

Inventors: Andrew Lozier (Omaha, Nebraska), Drew Ethridge (Frisco, Texas), Ikram Khan (Frisco, Texas), John Heires (Omaha, Nebraska) Ha), Richard Steele (Frisco, Texas), Tom Karol (Frisco, Texas), Tyler Holm (Omaha, Nebraska) assignee: Cornerstone Automation Systems, LLC (Frisco, Texas) Law Firm: No lawyer application number, date, speed: June 10, 2020 (503 days to apply to questions)

Abstract: This article discloses aspects of conveyor systems and product thruster systems. In one embodiment, an expandable conveyor section includes an end frame; a plurality of x-shaped rods are connected to each side of the end frame, and each x-shaped rod includes: An outer rod with three joints; and an inner rod having first, second, and third joints; wherein the inner rod is movably connected to the outer rod by a double-shoulder spacer; and wherein each x-bar is adjacent to at least one The x-bar is movably connected; and a plurality of rollers are connected between a plurality of expandable x-shaped rods.

[B65G] Transportation or storage equipment, such as loading or dumping conveyors, store conveyor systems, or pneumatic tube conveyors (packaging B65B; handling thin or filamentary materials, such as paper or thread, B65H; crane B66C; transportation equipment or Mobile lifting or mobile equipment) such as lifts, B66D; devices for lifting or lowering goods for loading or unloading purposes, such as forklifts, B66F 9/00; emptying bottles, jars, cans, barrels, or barrels Similar containers, not otherwise specified, B67C 9/00; conveying or conveying liquid B67D; filling or discharging container for liquefied, solidified or compressed gas F17C; fluid piping system F17D)

Plasma device vulnerable parts change detection patent number 11160157

Inventors: Andrew J. Raymond (Lebanon, New Hampshire), David C. Griffin (Florence, South Carolina), Roger H. Lambert (West Lebanon, New Hampshire), Ryan T. Lynaugh (Cornwall, New Hampshire) assignee : VICTOR EQUIPMENT COMPANY (Denton, TX) Law Firm: Edell, Shapiro Finnan, LLC (2 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16244483 on January 10, 2019 (1020 days after application is issued)

Abstract: The method in this article provides a system for determining one or more consumables of a plasma device when the plasma device and associated sensors are in a dormant state or no longer receiving data (for example, when the plasma device is powered off) Whether the component has been removed or replaced. The method here determines whether certain types of data stored in the memory of the controller are still valid, for example, for the purpose of determining the degradation and/or end of life of the consumable component. In the event that one or more wearing parts have been repaired or replaced, the data stored in the controller memory may no longer be considered valid for the wearing parts. In one method, the controller determines the status of the switch or the conformal film in the device after activation, and determines whether the vulnerable part has been removed or replaced based on the position of the switch or the conformal film.

[B23K] Welding or desoldering; welding; cladding or electroplating by welding or welding; cutting by local heating, such as flame cutting; laser beam processing (manufacturing metal-coated products by extruding metal B21C 23/22; by casting B22D 19/08 Construction of linings or coverings; B22D 23/04 by immersion casting; composite layer made by sintering metal powder B22F 7/00; used to replicate or control the layout of the machine tool of B23Q; cover metal or cover material with metal, C23C Not otherwise specified; burner F23D)

Chemistry and Metal LURGY

Multi-purpose solution for glass substrate strengthening and surface modification Patent No.: 11155491

Inventor: Vince Pugliese (South Lake, Texas) Assignee: C-Bond Systems, LLC (Houston, Texas) Law Firm: Stroock Stroock Lavan LLP (1 non-local office) Application number, Date, speed: 16376944 on 04/05/2019 (935 days application release)

Abstract: This article discloses a composition and one-step method for strengthening glass without heating or chemically treating the glass itself, while also modifying the surface to improve surface properties. The multifunctional composition is a liquid that can be used as a partial coating for glass and other brittle materials at room temperature and pressure.

[C03C] Chemical composition of glass, glaze or enamel; glass surface treatment; surface treatment of fibers or filaments from glass, minerals or slag; connecting glass to glass or other materials

Lightweight thermal insulation cement-based material patent number: 11155499

Inventor: Evan R. Daniels (Dallas, Texas) Assignee: The Intelligent Gorilla GmbH (Sempach Station, CH) Law Firm: Chalker Flores, LLP (local) Application number, date, speed: 16600858 on 2019 October 14, 2015 (743 days after the application was released)

[Abstract]: Cement-based lightweight thermal insulation materials are made by mixing cement, water and foaming agent. The foaming agent can be aluminum powder or a surfactant. The maximum operating temperature of insulating materials is approximately 900 degrees Celsius or higher.

[C04B] Lime; Magnesium; Slag; Cement; Its composition, such as mortar, concrete or similar building materials; Artificial stone; Ceramic (devitrified glass ceramic C03C 10/00); Refractory material (alloy based on refractory metal C22C) ; Treatment of natural stone [4]

Metastable hybrid patent number 11155780

Inventors: Amanda K. Rosmarin (Lantana, TX), Charles J. Greenwald (Irving, TX), Christopher J. Laney (Euless, TX), Gabriel FK Everett (Mansfield, TX), Jordan E. Church (Dallas), TX), Judith G. Pruitt (Mesquite, TX), Michael J. Sch Assignee: NCH Life Sciences LLC (Irving, TX) Law Firm: Thomas | Horstemeyer LLP (location not found) Application number, date, speed: 16151165 on October 3, 2018 (1119 days after the application was released)

Abstract: Describes the metastable spore hatching hybrid system. Example systems include spore containers for storing spores, nutrient containers, valve and tube arrangements, reciprocating pumps, mixing tubes, and storage tanks. In the suction stage of the system, the controller can control the reciprocating pump to suck a certain volume of spores, nutrients and water through valves and pipes. In the discharge phase of the system, the controller can control the flow control valve to guide spores, nutrients and water into the storage tank through the mixing tube. The controller can also direct the heater to heat the mixture in the storage tank to a predetermined temperature. Once the mixture reaches temperature, the controller can also guide the system through many other operating phases, including cooling and purging phases.

[C12N] Microorganisms or enzymes; their compositions (biocides, pest repellents or attractants containing microorganisms, viruses, microbial fungi, enzymes, fermentation products, or substances produced or extracted from microorganisms or animal materials, or plant growth regulators Agent A01N 63/00; pharmaceutical preparation A61K; fertilizer C05F); spread, preserve or maintain microorganisms; mutation or genetic engineering; CULTURE MEDIA (microbial detection medium C12Q 1/00) [3]

Use heat and force to densify the nanofiber board Patent No. 11155959

Inventor: Chi Huynh (Richardson, TX) Assignee: LINTEC OF AMERICA, INC. (Richardson, TX) Law Firm: Greenblum Bernstein, PLC (1 non-local office) Application number, date, speed: 16009578 06/15/2018 (1229 days application release)

Abstract: Describes a method and system for continuously densifying at least one nanofiber sheet using heat and applied force that can include compression and extension components. Compared with the densified nanofiber sheet using solvent alone, the densified nanofiber sheet using these technologies has a more uniform and highly aligned microstructure. As a result, the nanofiber sheet of the present disclosure has, for example, higher tensile strength and better conductivity than the dense nanofiber sheet using other technologies.

[D06M] The treatment of fibers, threads, yarns, fabrics, feathers or fiber products made of such materials is not provided for use in other places in the D06 category (processing textiles D06B-D06J by mechanical means)

Fixed construction

A method and device for reaming the borehole surface near the eccentric center Patent No.: 11156035

Inventor: Lot William Short, Jr. (Garland, TX), Richard Earl Beggs (Rowlett, TX), Robert Bradley Beggs (Rowlett, TX) Assignee: Extreme Technologies, LLC (Vernal, UT) Law Firm: Patent Law Works, LLP (121 other local subways) application number, date, speed: 16286468 on February 26, 2019 (973 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A wellbore diameter expanding device includes a drill pipe, a first reamer and at least a second reamer. The second reamer is positioned diametrically opposite to the first reamer. The first plurality of cutting teeth are positioned around each of the first reamer and at least the second reamer. The top of each successive tooth extends a radial distance from the longitudinal axis in a direction opposite to the rotation of the equipment in the wellbore. Each tooth of the first plurality of cutting teeth is positioned around each reamer at a different circumferential position than any adjacent tooth of the first plurality of teeth. At least a second plurality of cutting teeth are positioned around each of the first reamer and at least the second reamer, and at least the second plurality of cutting teeth are longitudinally spaced from the first plurality of cutting teeth.

[E21B] Earth or rock drilling (mining, quarrying E21C; manufacturing shafts, drive channels or tunnels E21D); obtaining oil, gas, water, soluble or fusible materials or mineral mud from the well [5]

Method of reducing stick-slip logging tool Patent No.: 11156046

Inventor: Wesley Neil Ludwig (Fort Worth, TX) Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. (Houston, TX) Law Firm: Parker Justiss, PC (2 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16668734 on October 30, 2019 (727 days after the application was released)

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method for obtaining underground formation logging data and a logging system for implementing the method. An example method includes: (1) transporting logging tools and downhole tractors through the gravity transport section of the borehole, and (2) obtaining logging data from logging tools during transport, where the downhole tractor is used at least to obtain logs Part of the data. Another example method includes: (1) lowering the logging tool and open-hole tractor through the gravity conveying section of the open-hole borehole, (2) lifting the logging tool and open-hole tractor through the gravity conveying section, and (3) removing the logging tool and open-hole tractor during the uplift. The well tool acquires logging data related to the gravity transport section of the open hole borehole, and (4) during the acquisition, at least part of the uplift of the logging tool is performed using an open hole tractor.

[E21B] Earth or rock drilling (mining, quarrying E21C; manufacturing shafts, drive channels or tunnels E21D); obtaining oil, gas, water, soluble or fusible materials or mineral mud from the well [5]

Minimize the impact of retained fluid on expandable liner hangers in geothermal applications Patent No. 11156065

Inventors: Abdolreza Gharesi (South Lake, Texas), Shengjun Yin (Frisco, Texas), Xiaoguang Allan Zhong (Plano, Texas) Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. (Houston, Texas) Law Firm: C. Tumey Law Group PLLC (location not found) Application number, date, speed: 16629519 on March 11, 2019 (960-day application release)

Abstract: A system and method for performing underground operations. The system may include an expandable liner hanger positioned within the casing string, wherein the expandable liner hanger includes a spiked portion having one or more anchoring ridges, each of the one or more anchoring ridges Extends in a circular ring along the outer periphery of the expandable liner hanger. Lining hangers, and one or more drainage holes are located in the space between adjacent ones of the one or more anchoring ridges. A method for connecting a liner to a casing string of a cased wellbore in a subterranean formation may include connecting an expandable liner hanger to the liner, inserting the liner and the expandable liner hanger downhole through the casing string , And expand multiple anchoring ridges.

[E21B] Earth or rock drilling (mining, quarrying E21C; manufacturing shafts, drive channels or tunnels E21D); obtaining oil, gas, water, soluble or fusible materials or mineral mud from the well [5]

Detonation Transmission System Patent No. 11156067

Inventor: Johnny Covalt (Burleson, TX) Assignee: Hunting Titan, Inc. (Pampa, TX) Law Firm: Arnold Saunders, LLP (1 non-local office) Application Number, date, speed: 16075455 February 10, 2017 (1719 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A gun-to-gun transfer delay fuze includes a delay housing, a first cylindrical cavity containing a firing pin and an igniter, and a second cylindrical cavity containing a delay fuze with a centering feature.

[E21B] Earth or rock drilling (mining, quarrying E21C; manufacturing shafts, drive channels or tunnels E21D); obtaining oil, gas, water, soluble or fusible materials or mineral mud from the well [5]

Reactive perforating gun reduces pressure drop Patent No. 11156068

Inventor: Brenden Michael Grove (Mansfield, Texas), Richard E. Robey (Mansfield, Texas) Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. (Houston, Texas) Office: Haynes and Boone, LLP (13 other local subways) Application number, date, speed: 16524956 on 07/29/2019 (820 days application release)

Abstract: A perforating gun and a method for detonating the perforating gun perforating powder. Detonating the perforation charge will produce shock waves. In some embodiments, the detonating perforating charge also perforates the wellbore near the subterranean formation. After the perforating charge is detonated, the first and second components of the dual energy of the perforating gun are broken by the shock wave, mixed by the shock wave, and activated by the shock wave to increase the internal energy of the perforating gun. In some embodiments, increasing the internal energy of the perforating gun after detonating the perforating charge delays and/or reduces the wellbore pressure drop.

[E21B] Earth or rock drilling (mining, quarrying E21C; manufacturing shafts, drive channels or tunnels E21D); obtaining oil, gas, water, soluble or fusible materials or mineral mud from the well [5]

Drywall joist hanger patent number RE048789 (reissued)

Inventor: Daniel M. Gray (McKinney, Texas) Assignee: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. (Pleasanton, California) Law Firm: No Lawyer Application Number, Date, Speed: 07 /19/16040467 2018 (1195 days application release)

Abstract: A joist hanger is used to connect a generally horizontal joist or beam from a wooden structural support member (such as a roof or roof) to a first plurality of fasteners (such as screws and one or more generally vertical drywall panels) Cooperative connection. Patent category: Not applicable

Mechanical engineering lighting | heating | weapons | blasting

Patent number of noise attenuator for process control equipment: 11156317

Inventor: Justin Lane Masias (McKinney, Texas) Assignee: Emerson Process Management Regulator Technologies, Inc. (McKinney, Texas) Law Firm: Hanley, Flight Zimmerman, LLC (1 Non-local offices) application number, Date, Speed: 16245961 on 01/11/2019 (1019 days app to issue)

Abstract: This article describes an example noise attenuator used with process control equipment. The example device includes a first plate and a second plate disposed in the fluid channel of the noise attenuator. The second board is spaced apart from the first board. The example device also includes a first support rod extending along the central axis of the fluid channel. The first support rod is coupled to the first plate and the second plate. The example device also includes a second support rod extending along an axis parallel to the central axis and offset from the central axis. The second support rod is coupled to the first plate and the second plate.

[F16L] Pipes; pipe joints or fittings; supports for pipes, cables or protective pipes; general thermal insulation measures

The headlamp assembly has a dual-filament bulb with an amber lens and a cover lens that can spread light to provide forward and lateral turn signals and side markings. Patent No. 11156337

Inventor: Scott M. Conway (Flower Mound, Texas) Assignee: PACCAR INC (Bellevue, Washington) Law Firm: Seed Intellectual Property Law Group Co., Ltd. (1 non-local office) Application Number, date, speed: 17092116 on 11/06/2020 (354 days application release)

Abstract: The combination of the optical characteristics of the bulb, frame, amber lens and cover of the headlamp assembly makes the headlamp assembly meet all the requirements of the forward turn signal, the side turn signal, and the side marker lamp. And side reflector function, with a bulb, including two filaments.

[F21S] Non-portable lighting equipment; its system [7]

C-type heat exchange tube and nested C-type heat exchange tube bundle Patent number: 11156382

Inventor: Mark Ferguson (Keller, Texas) Assignee: PVI Industries, LLC (Fort Worth, Texas) Law Firm: Harris Beach PLLC (3 non-local offices) Application number, Date and speed: 16193191 11/16/2018 (1075 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A heat exchanger tube including a central tube section with a C-shaped cross section. A pair of tube ends includes a C-shaped cross section or different cross sections. A heat exchanger tube assembly and a method for manufacturing a C-shaped heat exchanger tube are also described.

[F24H] Fluid heaters, such as water or air heaters, generally have heating devices (heat transfer, heat exchange or heat storage materials C09K 5/00; tube furnace C10G 9/20 for thermal non-catalytic cracking; used for Ventilation and ventilation enclosure F16K 24/00 devices, such as valves; steam traps or similar devices F16T; steam generating devices F22; combustion devices F23; household stoves or ranges F24B, F24C; household or space heating systems F24D; furnaces, kilns, Oven, distillation tank F27; heat exchanger F28; electric heating element or device H05B)

Antigen region detection kit patent number: 11154237

Inventor: Jovan Hutton Pulitzer (Frisco, Texas) Assignee: ROCA MEDICAL LTD. (London, UK) Law Firm: No Legal Adviser Application Number, Date, Speed: 16653399 on October 15, 2019 (742 days after the application was issued)

Abstract: Provides a method for detection using a regional antigen detection kit. The method includes providing a regional antigen detection kit, extracting a predetermined amount of concentrated antigen from one of a plurality of concentrated antigens, distributing the predetermined amount of concentrated antigen to corresponding wells of the plurality of wells, and repeating the extraction as indicated by the visual mark And the allocating step until the required number of multiple wells contain the concentrated antigen, provide a prick tester with multiple needles extending thereon, align the multiple needles of the prick tester with the multiple holes, and insert multiple Each of the holes puts the needle of the prick tester into one of the plurality of holes, and applies the needles of the prick tester to the patient's skin to trigger a potential reaction.

[G01N] To study or analyze materials by determining their chemical or physical properties (measurement or test processes other than immunoassay, involving enzymes or microorganisms C12M, C12Q)

System and method for predicting and detecting cardiac events Patent number: 11154254

Inventors: Hendrikus Derksen (Ann Arbor, Michigan), Jonathan Gryak (Ann Arbor, Michigan), Kayvan Najarian (Ann Arbor, Michigan), Pujitha Gunaratne (Ann Arbor, Michigan), Zhi Li (Ann Arbor, Michigan) (s) : TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC. (Plano, Texas) Law Firm: Sheppard, Mullin, Richter Hampton LLP (7 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16936011 in 2020 July 22, 2016 (461 days of application release)

Abstract: This article discusses systems and methods for predicting and/or detecting cardiac events based on real-time biomedical signals. In various embodiments, machine learning algorithms may be used to predict and/or detect one or more medical conditions based on the obtained biomedical signals. For example, the systems and methods described herein can use ECG signals to predict and detect cardiac events. In various embodiments, the patterns identified within the signal may be assigned letters (ie, coded as a distribution of letters). Based on the known form of the signal, the state within the signal can be identified based on the distribution of letters in the signal. When applied to the car environment, when people in the car are experiencing or about to experience a heart event, it can remind the driver or passengers in the car.

[G08B] Signal or call system; order telegram; alarm system

Mechanical system chip testing ability verification system and method Patent number: 11156530

Inventor: Cyrus Elliott Rahimzadeh (Arlington, Texas), Steven R. Quick (Hurst, Texas) Assignee: TEXTRON INNOVATIONS INC. (Providence, Rhode Island) Office: Slater Matsil, LLP (1 other local city)) Application number, date, speed: 16579446 on September 23, 2019 (764 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A system and method for verifying the chip detection capability of a mechanical system. The method includes determining the slurry injection position in the machine according to the target obstacle in the machine relative to the machine target chip detector, and placing the injection pipe in the mechanical housing of the machine to provide A mud pipe connected to the injection pipe. The mud pipe contains mud containing conductive debris and lubricant. Operate the machine until the machine meets one or more predetermined operating parameters. Inject the mud into the machine housing during the machine operation and when the machine meets one or more After predetermined operating parameters, and during mechanical operation, the target chip detector is monitored to detect conductive chips.

[G01M] Test the static or dynamic balance of the machine or structure; the test of the structure or equipment, not provided in other ways

Non-destructive testing and repairing method of turbine airfoil patent No. 11156585

Inventor: Christopher J. Bischof (South Lake, Texas) Assignee: RAYTHEON TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION (Famington, Connecticut) Law Firm: Cantor Colburn LLP (7 non-local offices) Application number, date, speed: 16271003 on 02/08/2019 (991 days after the application was released)

Abstract: A method for detecting mixed mode corrosion of turbine airfoils is disclosed. The method includes heat-treating the turbine airfoil in a Ni/Co oxide reducing atmosphere at a temperature of 1600 to 2100°F; scanning the heat-treated turbine airfoil with a magnetometer to determine the presence of mixed mode corrosion, wherein the turbine airfoil includes Nickel super alloy and internal channels.

[G01N] To study or analyze materials by determining their chemical or physical properties (measurement or test processes other than immunoassay, involving enzymes or microorganisms C12M, C12Q)

Contactor with signal pins, ground pins and short ground pins Patent number: 11156638

Inventors: Felix Martinez (Stockton, California), Hisashi Ata (Murphy, Texas), Jonathan Hsu (Dallas, Texas), Kay Chan Tong (Plano, Texas) , Thiha Shwe (Murphy, Texas) Assignee: TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX) Law firm: No lawyer application number, date, speed: 15873815 on January 17, 2018 (1378 days of application Program release)

Abstract: A system includes: a contactor with a first surface, a second surface, a first hole, a second hole parallel to the first hole, and a third hole parallel to the first hole; the first signal pin is kept in contact The first hole of the contactor extends to at least the second surface of the contactor and extends to at least the first surface of the contactor; the first short grounding pin is fixed in the second hole of the contactor and extends to at least the first surface of the contactor. The ground pin is held in the third hole of the contactor and extends to at least the second surface of the contactor and extends to at least the first surface of the contactor.

[G01R] Measurement of electrical variables; measurement of magnetic variables (indicating the correct tuning of the resonant circuit H03J 3/12)

Reversible multi-bit scan for improving the resolution of chain diagnosis. Unit-based scan chain Patent No.: 11156661

Inventors: Jakub Janicki (Poznan, PL), Manish Sharma (Wilsonville, OR), Szczepan Urban (Gowarzewo, PL), Wu-Tung Cheng (Lake Oswego, OR), Yu Huang (West Linn, OR) assigned Person: Siemens Industry Software Inc. (Plano, Texas) Law Firm: No legal counsel Application number, date, speed: 16933359 on July 20, 2020 (463 days after the application was issued)

Abstract: A circuit includes a scan chain containing one or more multi-bit flip-flops, multiple multiplexers, and a new scan enable signal generation circuit. Each of the multiple multiplexers is associated with a specific bit of one or more multi-bit flip-flops, the output of each of the multiple multiplexers is coupled to the data input of the specific bit, the specific bit It is configured to select, based on the scan direction control signal, between the input signal from the functional circuit of the circuit and the input signal from the data output of the bit of the scan chain immediately following the specific bit in the normal scan shift direction. The new scan enable signal generation circuit is configured to generate a new scan enable signal for one or more multi-bit flip-flops based on the scan direction control signal and the scan enable signal of the scan chain.

[G01R] Measurement of electrical variables; measurement of magnetic variables (indicating the correct tuning of the resonant circuit H03J 3/12)

Data interpretation method and device of formation tester with multiple flow models Patent number: 11156741

Inventor: Dingding Chen (Plano, Texas) Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. (Houston, Texas) Law Firm: Baker Botts LLP (8 other local cities) Application number, Date, speed: 14404328 June 21, 2012 (3414 days after the application was released)

Abstract: An improved system inversion method applied to the interpretation of formation test data using spherical, radial and/or cylindrical flow models is disclosed. One method of determining the parameters of a formation of interest at a desired location includes guiding a formation tester to a desired location in the formation of interest and acquiring data from the desired location in the formation of interest. The data obtained relates to the first parameter at the desired location of the formation of interest. Regression is performed on the obtained data to determine the second parameter at the desired location of the formation of interest. Regression on the obtained data includes using a method selected from the group consisting of a deterministic method, a probabilistic method, and an evolutionary method.

[G01V] Geophysics; Gravity measurement; Detection of masses or objects; Labels (a way to indicate accidental burial locations, such as snow burial, personnel A63B 29/02) [6]

Patent number of hollow-core optical fiber wiring configuration: 11156768

Inventor: Daryl Inniss (Dallas, Texas) Assignee: CFS FITEL, LLC (Norcross, Georgia) Law Firm: No Lawyer Application Number, Date, Speed: 16877044 on May 18, 2020 ( 526 days for application) issuance)

Abstract: The hollow core fiber and fiber optic cable combination is configured to exhibit minimal SNR and loss degradation. This is achieved in any of the following ways: (1) reduce the coupling between the fundamental mode propagating in the hollow core fiber and other (unwanted) modes; or (2) increase the propagation loss along the alternative. The first method can be achieved by designing the cable to minimize the disturbance and/or designing the hollow fiber to completely separate the fundamental mode from the undesired mode, thereby reducing coupling into the undesired mode. Whether through fiber optic design or cable design, the amount of light coupled into the unwanted mode is reduced to an acceptable level. The second method can be implemented through fiber design and/or cable design to suppress light in undesired modes, thereby coupling acceptable low-level light back to the fundamental mode.

[G02B] Optical components, systems or equipment (G02F priority; especially suitable for lighting equipment or optical components of the system F21V 1/00-F21V 13/00; measuring instruments, see related sub-categories of category G01, such as optical rangefinders G01C; Testing of optical components, systems or equipment G01M 11/00; Glasses G02C; Equipment or devices for photographing or projecting or viewing them G03B; Acoustic lens G10K 11/30; Electronic and ion "Optics" H01J; X-ray "Optics" H01J, H05G 1/00; Combination of optical components and discharge tubes H01J 5/16, H01J 29/89, H01J 37/22; Microwave "Optics" H01Q; Combination of optical components and TV receiver H04N 5/72; Color TV The optical system or device in the system H04N 9/00; especially suitable for heating devices in transparent or reflective areas H05B 3/84) [7]

On-site synthesis of flexible light sheet patent number: 11156818

Inventors: Bo-Jui Chang (Dallas, Texas), Mark Kittisopikul (Dallas, Texas), Reto Fiolka (Dallas, Texas) Assignee: Northwestern University (Evanston, Illinois) ), University Board of Trustees Texas System (Austin, TX) Law Firm: Polsinelli PC (15 other local subways) Application number, date, speed: 16539898 on August 13, 2019 (805 days application release)

Abstract: The light sheet microscopy device has a light source, a spatial filter, a scanning device located between the light source and the spatial filter, an imaging device, a computer readable medium and a computer processor coupled with the light source, scanning equipment, imaging equipment and Computer readable medium. The computer processor is used to operate the light source to generate a light beam, control the scanning device to scan the light beam through the spatial filter to generate a light sheet, and use the imaging device to capture one or more images of the emitted light. A sample illuminated by one or more light sheets.

Patent No. 11157023 for Automatic Vehicle Relocation Based on Proximity

Inventor: Bruno dos Santos Silva (McKinney, Texas) Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation (Armonk, NY) Law Firm: No legal counsel Application number, date, speed: 16432526 in 2019 The application will be issued on June 5 (874))

Abstract: Provides a method, computer system, and computer program product for moving an unmanned aerial vehicle from an incoming vehicle path using a radio frequency trigger. This embodiment may include receiving, by the processor, a radio frequency signal sent from a vehicle or an emergency response center. This embodiment may also include determining whether the unmanned aerial vehicle is flying within a pre-configured threshold radius from the first responder vehicle or emergency response center. This embodiment may also include activating the "return home" function in response to determining that the unmanned aerial vehicle is within a pre-configured radius. This embodiment may also include commanding the drone to fly out of the threshold radius.

[G05D] System used to control or adjust non-electrical variables (used for continuous casting metal B22D 11/16; valve itself F16K; induction of non-electrical variables, see related subclasses of G01; used to adjust electrical or magnetic variables G05F)

Apparatus, method and system for tracking vehicle battery usage with blockchain patent No. 11157055

Inventor: Andrew L. Wells (Denton, Texas) Assignee: TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. (Plano, Texas) Law Firm: Haynes and Boone, LLP (local 13 Other cities) Application number, date, speed: 16152996 on 10/05/2018 (1117 days after the application was released)

Abstract: Devices, systems, and methods for using blockchain to track vehicle battery usage. One such method includes using one or more sensors to detect one or more operating parameters of the vehicle, at least one of the one or more operating parameters being associated with the battery of the vehicle. Identify battery critical events based on the detected one or more operating parameters of the vehicle. Information related to one or more operating parameters of the detected vehicle is transmitted to the central server through the network; information related to one or more operating parameters of the detected vehicle and the identified critical battery event is aggregated in the block using the central server Chain. Query information related to the detected one or more vehicle operating parameters and identified key battery events from the blockchain to determine the battery's use history.