Dallas Invents is a weekly look at U.S. patents granted with a connection to the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area. Listings include patents granted to local assignees and/or those with a North Texas inventor. Patent activity can be an indicator of future economic growth, as well as the development of emerging markets and talent attraction. By tracking both inventors and assignees in the region, we aim to provide a broader view of the region’s inventive activity. Listings are organized by Cooperative Patent Classification (CPC).

THIS WEEK, BY THE NUMBERS
Week of November 19, 2024 | Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington (19100)

107 patents granted
Ranked No. 10 in patent production out of 250 metros

NO. OF PATENTS BY CLASSIFICATION

A: Human Necessities 11
B: Performing Operations; Transporting 7
C: Chemistry; Metallurgy 4
D: Textiles; Paper 1
E: Fixed Constructions 5
F: Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating; Weapons; Blasting 1
G: Physics 35
H: Electricity 38
Design: 5

TOP ASSIGNEES (NO. OF PATENTS)

Texas Instruments Inc. (Dallas) 15
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Suwon-si, South Korea) 5
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America Inc. (Plano) 5
SanDisk Technologies LLC (Addison) 4
Bank of America Corp. (Charlotte, N.C.) 2
Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. (Plano) 2
Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, Ill.) 2
Global Tel*Link Corp. (Reston, Va.) 2
Qualcomm Inc. (San Diego, Calif.) 2

Unassigned 7

TOP LOCAL INVENTORS (NO. OF PATENTS)

N/A

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UTILITY PATENTS

H U M A N N E C E S S I T I E S

Systems and methods for monitoring electrode tissue engagement during ablation
Patent No. 12144534

Inventor(s): William Winstrom (Leander, TX)
Assignee(s): Advanced Neuromodulation Systems, Inc. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 16446458 on 06/19/2019 (1980 days app to issue)

Abstract: An ablation system and method are provided. The ablation system includes an ablation power generator configured to generate ablation energy. An active electrode is coupled to the ablation power generator and is configured to deliver the ablation energy to ablation tissue of interest during an ablation procedure. A return electrode arrangement (REA) is coupled to the ablation power generator and is configured to engage remote tissue, at a remote location from the ablation tissue of interest, to provide a return path during the ablation procedure. The REA transitions between an engaged and disengaged state with the remote tissue. An electrode-tissue engagement (ETE) circuit includes a resonant circuit coupled to the REA. The ETE circuit is configured to detect when the REA is in the engaged state or disengaged state.

[A61B] DIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION (analysing biological material G01N, e.g. G01N 33/48)

Method and apparatus providing an ongoing and real time indicator for survival and major medical events
Patent No. 12144657

Inventor(s): John Fee (Garland, TX)
Assignee(s): AiCare Corporation (San Jose, CA)
Law Firm: Chalker Flores, LLP (Local)
Application No., Date, Speed: 16900961 on 06/14/2020 (1619 days app to issue)

Abstract: The present invention includes a method and apparatus providing an ongoing and real time indicator for prediction of health conditions during the usual lifetime of a person by providing an ongoing and real time indicator for predicting remaining lifetimes for one or more patients comprising: providing a monitoring system connected to the cloud, a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth network which is connected to a wearable device; and providing a wearable device which contains one or more accelerometers, temperature monitoring devices, EKG monitoring devices and other useful devices; wherein the wearable device is powered internally by a battery or other such appropriate energy sources.

[A61B] DIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION (analysing biological material G01N, e.g. G01N 33/48)

Dental appliances and associated systems and methods
Patent No. 12144700

Inventor(s): James Sylvester Wratten, Jr. (Watersville, NY), Seyed Mehdi Roein Peikar (Addison, TX)
Assignee(s): Brius Technologies, Inc. (Carrollton, TX)
Law Firm: Fortem IP LLP (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17519560 on 11/04/2021 (1111 days app to issue)

Abstract: The present technology comprises methods of manufacturing an orthodontic appliance. For example, a method can include forming an orthodontic appliance in an intermediate configuration by a casting process. The method can further include securing the appliance to a shape forming fixture such that the appliance assumes a desired configuration. The shape forming fixture can comprise a gingiva portion including a surface having a shape corresponding at least in part to a gingiva of a patient and a securing portion carried by the gingiva portion and configured to releasably secure to a portion of the appliance. The method can further include setting a shape of the appliance while the appliance is secured to the shape forming fixture.

[A61C] DENTISTRY; APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR ORAL OR DENTAL HYGIENE (non-driven toothbrushes A46B; preparations for dentistry A61K 6/00; preparations for cleaning the teeth or mouth A61K 8/00, A61Q 11/00)

Therapeutic foot and ankle alignment device
Patent No. 12144758

Inventor(s): Meena McCullough (Euless, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18316699 on 06/01/2023 (537 days app to issue)

Abstract: A therapeutic footwear device used to stretch the muscles of the foot to assist with correcting and rehabilitating deformities and pain conditions in the feet, legs, and back of the user. The device includes a rigid base which supports the user’’s foot, straps that spread the user’’s toes, and inserts and contours that elevate the user’’s toes to assist in stretch during rest, during exercise performance, and during medical treatment.

[A61F] FILTERS IMPLANTABLE INTO BLOOD VESSELS; PROSTHESES; DEVICES PROVIDING PATENCY TO, OR PREVENTING COLLAPSING OF, TUBULAR STRUCTURES OF THE BODY, E.G. STENTS; ORTHOPAEDIC, NURSING OR CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES; FOMENTATION; TREATMENT OR PROTECTION OF EYES OR EARS; BANDAGES, DRESSINGS OR ABSORBENT PADS; FIRST-AID KITS (dental prosthetics A61C) [2006.01]

Total energy shaping control methods and devices for powered orthosis
Patent No. 12144772

Inventor(s): Ge Lv (Dallas, TX), Robert D. Gregg (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): BOARD OF REGENTS, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM (Austin, TX)
Law Firm: Parker Highlander PLLC (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 16615495 on 05/21/2018 (2374 days app to issue)

Abstract: Total energy shaping control methods and devices for powered orthosis for controlling the device to counteract forces exerted on the person including inertial forces.

[A61H] PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY (electrotherapy, magnetotherapy, radiation therapy, ultrasound therapy A61N)

Dose tracking device
Patent No. 12144783

Inventor(s): Dustin James Roller (McKinney, TX)
Assignee(s): ASD Specialty Healthcare, LLC (Conshohocken, PA)
Law Firm: Klarquist Sparkman, LLP (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18420298 on 01/23/2024 (301 days app to issue)

Abstract: Aspects of a dose tracking device configured for use with commercial packages or ‘’blister cards’’ of medicaments are disclosed. Disclosed tracking devices track the removal of medicament doses from the ‘’blister cards’’ with which they are associated. Certain disclosed aspects concern an electronic tracking module comprising plural voltage sensors electrically coupled to a circuit trace that is applied to a medicament blister card obtained commercially or provided by a health care provider. The circuit trace comprises plural circuits that align with medicament blisters containing a medicament dose. When a dose is dispensed from a blister, a corresponding circuit of the circuit trace is broken, indicating that the dose has been dispensed. Patient dosing information can be conveyed to a remote server for monitoring and data storage.

[A61J] CONTAINERS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR MEDICAL OR PHARMACEUTICAL PURPOSES; DEVICES OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR BRINGING PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS INTO PARTICULAR PHYSICAL OR ADMINISTERING FORMS; DEVICES FOR ADMINISTERING FOOD OR MEDICINES ORALLY; BABY COMFORTERS; DEVICES FOR RECEIVING SPITTLE

Topical cosmetic compositions
Patent No. 12144885

Inventor(s): David Gan (Southlake, TX), Geetha Kalahasti (Plano, TX), Michelle Hines (Hickory Creek, TX), Tiffany Florence (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): MARY KAY INC. (Addison, TX)
Law Firm: Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18197395 on 05/15/2023 (554 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method of treating a person’’s skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to the skin a composition that includes an extract of [i]Opuntia ficus[/i]-[i]indica[/i], water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, [i]Butyrospermum parkii [/i](shea) butter, ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, butylene glycol, ethylhexylglycerin, tocopherol or tocopheryl acetate, disodium EDTA, sodium hydroxide, caprylyl glycol, and [i]Helianthus annuus [/i](sunflower) seed oil.

[A61K] PREPARATIONS FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, OR TOILET PURPOSES (devices or methods specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical or administering forms A61J 3/00; chemical aspects of, or use of materials for deodorisation of air, for disinfection or sterilisation, or for bandages, dressings, absorbent pads or surgical articles A61L; soap compositions C11D)

Shape-guided controlled release and retention with structures including crosslinked poly(glycerol sebacate)
Patent No. 12144894

Inventor(s): Peter D. Gabriele (Frisco, TX)
Assignee(s): THE SECANT GROUP, LLC (Telford, PA)
Law Firm: McNees Wallace Nurick LLC (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17365139 on 07/01/2021 (1237 days app to issue)

Abstract: A delivery system is described that includes a controlled release device that includes a crosslinked poly(glycerol sebacate) (PGS) or other glycerol ester and a controlled release compound, the controlled release device being provided in a contracted state and being expandable to a three-dimensional expanded state in a target location. The delivery systems provides an expandible, flexible biodegradable elastomer loaded with an active ingredient to allow for extended release for different dosage forms for either human or animal health products in vivo, delivered through the gastrointestinal tract.

Photocatalytic oxidation device for treatment of air
Patent No. 12144912

Inventor(s): Andrew Eide (Rockwall, TX)
Assignee(s): AERUS, LLC (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: Workman Nydegger (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 16985443 on 08/05/2020 (1567 days app to issue)

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a photocatalytic oxidation device that includes a frame and a pair of opposing photocatalytic cell panels. An ultraviolet lamp is disposed within an interior chamber and, when activated, causes the generation of oxidizers at the cell panels. Air is passable through apertures of the cell panels and thus may be moved through the device. The device is structurally configured and dimensionally optimized to provide effective photocatalytic activity without overly restricting airflow.

[A61L] METHODS OR APPARATUS FOR STERILISING MATERIALS OR OBJECTS IN GENERAL; DISINFECTION, STERILISATION, OR DEODORISATION OF AIR; CHEMICAL ASPECTS OF BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS, OR SURGICAL ARTICLES; MATERIALS FOR BANDAGES, DRESSINGS, ABSORBENT PADS, OR SURGICAL ARTICLES (preservation of bodies or disinfecting characterised by the agent employed A01N; preserving, e.g. sterilising, food or foodstuffs A23; preparations for medical, dental or toilet purposes A61K) [4]

Diagnostic circuitry for monitoring and mitigating electromagnetic interference (EMI) in an implantable pulse generator
Patent No. 12144984

Inventor(s): Daran DeShazo (Lewisville, TX), Steven Boor (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Advanced Neuromodulation Systems, Inc. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 16931030 on 07/16/2020 (1587 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system and method for measuring, monitoring and mitigating EMI interference in an implanted stimulation lead system associated with an IPG. A Kelvin connection scheme operative with a diagnostic circuit is provided for sensing an interference voltage induced at a Kelvin connect electrode of the lead system, wherein the diagnostic circuit is configured to generate one or more control signals for adjusting in substantially real time a common-mode voltage reference provided to supply a biasing voltage to the IPG circuitry.

[A61N] ELECTROTHERAPY; MAGNETOTHERAPY; RADIATION THERAPY; ULTRASOUND THERAPY (measurement of bioelectric currents A61B; surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body A61B 18/00; anaesthetic apparatus in general A61M; incandescent lamps H01K; infra-red radiators for heating H05B) [6]

Video game center for a controlled environment facility
Patent No. 12145070

Inventor(s): Stephen Hodge (Aubrey, TX)
Assignee(s): Global Tel*Link Corporation (Reston, VA)
Law Firm: Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein Fox P.L.L.C. (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17567521 on 01/03/2022 (1051 days app to issue)

Abstract: In the present disclosure, systems and methods are described for video gaming in a controlled environment facility. A video game server allows tenants of a controlled environment facility to play video games that are served and monitored by the video game server. In embodiments, users may initiate a game session to play games in a single player mode, competitive multiplayer or cooperative multiplayer mode depending on the game being played. The video game server maintains block lists for each user such that those users may not initiate or engage in the same game sessions with each other. In game sessions with two or more users, the video game server allows users to communicate via audio or text communications. The video game server may monitor those communications for potential security concerns. Users may also view videos of previously completed or live game sessions, subject to similar security monitoring measures.

[A63F] CARD, BOARD OR ROULETTE GAMES; INDOOR GAMES USING SMALL MOVING PLAYING BODIES; VIDEO GAMES; GAMES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR [5]

O P E R A T I O N S & T R A N S P O R T

Methods of applying a rapid cure sealant to an aircraft surface
Patent No. 12145167

Inventor(s): Chad Knight (Dodd City, TX), Jeff Busby (Millsap, TX), Kelly Templin (Granbury, TX), Kent Boomer (Aledo, TX), Matt Boyd (Fort Worth, TX), Michael Dry (Fort Worth, TX), Peter Sibello (Benbrook, TX)
Assignee(s): The Patent Well LLC (Fort Worth, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17304142 on 06/15/2021 (1253 days app to issue)

Abstract: Applicant discloses a novel method of spray applying multiple courses of a rapid cure, two part polymer sealant to an aircraft surface. The method sometimes uses a two part polymer mix for use in the aircraft industry that is applied with pneumatic mix and spray gun. The two part cartridge is used in the mix and spray gun so the mix is applied immediately upon mixing, but the two components are kept separated unless the gun is applying the mix. The multiple courses cure to form a clear sealant that allows for inspection of cracks and corrosion beneath the sealant. It cures quickly so that the coated part may be further processed, for example in the assembly line during aircraft build. Applicant further discloses multiple spray gun systems for applying such a two-part polymer mix to aircraft parts.

[B05B] SPRAYING APPARATUS; ATOMISING APPARATUS; NOZZLES (spray-mixers with nozzles B01F 5/20; processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces by spraying B05D) [2]

Apparatuses and systems for the automated retrieval and transport of articles
Patent No. 12145257

Inventor(s): Rich Herrschaft (West Chester, PA)
Assignee(s): McKesson Corporation (Irving, TX)
Law Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP (5 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18161980 on 01/31/2023 (658 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method and apparatus for dispensing and retrieving products is provided. A system may include: a grasping head; first and second grasping members, each grasping member comprising: a top member; a post member; and first and second grasping fingers, where the first and second grasping fingers extend from the post member and are spaced apart from the top member by a predetermined distance, where the first and second grasping members are connected to the grasping head, where at least one of the first and second grasping members is movably connected to the grasping head, where the at least one of the first and second grasping members is movable relative to the other of the first and second grasping members.

[B25J] MANIPULATORS; CHAMBERS PROVIDED WITH MANIPULATION DEVICES (robotic devices for individually picking fruits, vegetables, hops or the like A01D 46/30; needle manipulators for surgery A61B 17/062; manipulators associated with rolling mills B21B 39/20; manipulators associated with forging machines B21J 13/10; means for holding wheels or parts thereof B60B 30/00; cranes B66C; arrangements for handling fuel or other materials which are used within nuclear reactors G21C 19/00; structural combination of manipulators with cells or rooms shielded against radiation G21F 7/06) [5]

System and method for adjusting the light intensity of an analog needle
Patent No. 12145442

Inventor(s): Aaron M. France (Westland, MI), Benjamin Piya Austin (Saline, MI), Craig D. Herring (Pinckney, MI), George M. Evans (Ann Arbor, MI), Ichiroh Isobe (Okazaki, , JP), Philip J. Babian (Canton, MI), William Patrick Garrett (Ply
Assignee(s): Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Darrow Mustafa PC (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17749742 on 05/20/2022 (914 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system and method for adjusting the intensity of light provided to an analog needle are disclosed herein. The system and method adjust the intensity of light provided to the analog needle based on an operating state of an engine of a vehicle.

[B60K] ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PROPULSION UNITS OR OF TRANSMISSIONS IN VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF PLURAL DIVERSE PRIME-MOVERS IN VEHICLES; AUXILIARY DRIVES FOR VEHICLES; INSTRUMENTATION OR DASHBOARDS FOR VEHICLES; ARRANGEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH COOLING, AIR INTAKE, GAS EXHAUST OR FUEL SUPPLY OF PROPULSION UNITS IN VEHICLES [2006.01]

Stowable seat assemblies and vehicles including same
Patent No. 12145486

Inventor(s): Christopher M. Vargo (Plymouth, MI), Nicholas J. Schutzman (Canton, MI), Vasudeva S. Murthy (Ann Arbor, MI)
Assignee(s): Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Dinsmore Shohl LLP (14 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17991276 on 11/21/2022 (729 days app to issue)

Abstract: A vehicle including a floor surface and a seat. The floor surface has a floor striker. The seat is movable between a seated state and a stowed state. The seat includes a seat cushion frame, a sear back, and a seat latch. The seat cushion frame has a seat striker. The seat back is rotatably coupled to the seat cushion frame. In the seated positon, the seat latch engaged with the floor striker. In the stowed state, the seat latch engages with the seat striker.

[B60N] VEHICLE PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR (furniture construction A47)

Vehicle wash system for washing a vehicle while the car is driven through the vehicle washing system
Patent No. 12145546

Inventor(s): Jose G. Avendano (Rockwall, TX)
Assignee(s): National Carwash Solutions, Inc. (Grimes, IA)
Law Firm: Nyemaster Goode P.C. (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17321873 on 05/17/2021 (1282 days app to issue)

Abstract: An apparatus to wash a vehicle that typically includes: a trolley frame having a first support beam and a second support beam, the trolley frame defining a first reference frame; a first translation beam extending from the first support beam to the second support beam, where the first translation beam is at an angle with respect to the first reference frame; a second translation beam extending from the first support beam to the second support beam, where the second translation beam is at an angle with respect to the first reference frame; a first brush extending downward from a first trolley, the first trolley movably disposed on the first translation beam; and a second brush extending downwardly from a second trolley, the second trolley movably disposed on the second translation beam. The second trolley typically moves independently from the first trolley using different and independent drive systems or motors.

[B60S] SERVICING, CLEANING, REPAIRING, SUPPORTING, LIFTING, OR MANOEUVRING OF VEHICLES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR

Anisotropic magneto-resistive sensor flap measuring systems
Patent No. 12145721

Inventor(s): Brady Garrett Atkins (Euless, TX), Kyle Thomas Cravener (Arlington, TX), Kynn Jerald Schulte (Arlington, TX), Patrick Smith (Fort Worth, TX), Troy Cyril Schank (Keller, TX)
Assignee(s): Textron Innovations Inc. (Providence, RI)
Law Firm: Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP (6 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17555024 on 12/17/2021 (1068 days app to issue)

Abstract: A rotor-hub flap-measurement system includes a rotor hub operable to flap relative to a main-rotor axis, a flap-linkage arm, a first end of the flap-linkage arm rotatably coupled to the rotor hub, the flap-linkage arm responsive to flapping of the rotor hub, and a magneto-resistive sensor system rotatably coupled to a second end of the flap-linkage arm and responsive to movement of the flap-linkage arm.

[B64C] AEROPLANES; HELICOPTERS (air-cushion vehicles B60V)

Apparatus for stacking taco shells
Patent No. 12145810

Inventor(s): Brent E. Stevenson (Royse City, TX), Calan B. Ashmore (SulphurSprings, TX), James Troy Henry (Greenville, TX), Richard M. Toth (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): The Henry Group (Greenville, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18341442 on 06/26/2023 (512 days app to issue)

Abstract: A taco stacking apparatus comprises a conveyor assembly for moving taco shells along a predefined pathway. A stacking receptacle defines a channel for receiving taco shells transferred from the conveyor assembly. A stacking receptacle actuator lowers the stacking receptacle as additional taco shells are added to a stack of taco shells. A plunger assembly transfers a taco shell from the conveyor assembly to the stacking receptacle. A dispensing assembly removes the stack of taco shells from the stacking receptacle.

[B65G] TRANSPORT OR STORAGE DEVICES, e.g. CONVEYORS FOR LOADING OR TIPPING, SHOP CONVEYOR SYSTEMS OR PNEUMATIC TUBE CONVEYORS (packaging B65B; handling thin or filamentary materials, e.g. paper sheets or thread, B65H; cranes B66C; portable or mobile lifting or hauling appliances, e.g. hoists, B66D; devices for lifting or lowering goods for loading or unloading purposes, e.g. fork-lift trucks, B66F 9/00; emptying bottles, jars, cans, casks, barrels or similar containers, not otherwise provided for, B67C 9/00; delivering or transferring liquids B67D; filling or discharging vessels for liquefied, solidified or compressed gases F17C; pipe-line systems for fluids F17D)

C H E M I S T R Y & M E T A L L U R G Y

Transferring nanofiber forests between substrates
Patent No. 12145848

Inventor(s): Chi Huynh (Richardson, TX)
Assignee(s): LINTEC OF AMERICA, INC. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: GREENBLUM BERNSTEIN, P.L.C. (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18173345 on 02/23/2023 (635 days app to issue)

Abstract: Techniques are described for transferring nanofiber forests using transfer films that either lack a conventional adhesive at the substratenanofiber forest interface or that include a diffusion barrier that prevents diffusion of adhesive molecules (or other polymer molecules mobile at ambient temperatures) into the nanofiber forest. These techniques can be applied to single layer nanofiber forests or stacks of multiple nanofiber forest. By selecting the bond strength between the nanofiber forest and the transfer films, the nanofibers can be aligned in a common direction that includes, but is not limited to, perpendicular to a substrate or transfer film.

[C01B] NON-METALLIC ELEMENTS; COMPOUNDS THEREOF (fermentation or enzyme-using processes for the preparation of elements or inorganic compounds except carbon dioxide C12P 3/00; production of non-metallic elements or inorganic compounds by electrolysis or electrophoresis C25B)

Solid forms of 3-(5-Fluorobenzofuran-3-yl)-4-(5-methyl-5H-[1,3]dioxolo[4,5-f]indol-7-yl)pyrrole-2,5-dione
Patent No. 12145943

Inventor(s): Yamin Zhang (Beijing, , CN)
Assignee(s): ACTUATE THERAPEUTICS INC. (Fort Worth, TX)
Law Firm: BakerHostetler (Local + 4395 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17484025 on 09/24/2021 (1152 days app to issue)

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to solid forms of 3-(5-Fluorobenzofuran-3-yl)-4-(5-methyl-5H-[1,3]dioxolo[4,5-f]indol-7-yl)pyrrole-2,5-dione, processes for preparation thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and uses thereof in treating disease.

[C07D] HETEROCYCLIC COMPOUNDS (macromolecular compounds C08) [2]

Polymer composition with mold release properties
Patent No. 12146052

Inventor(s): Dirk Zierer (Hattersheim, , DE), Kirsten Markgraf (Weinheim, , DE), Patrick Nickolay (Villmar, , DE), Qamer Zia (Raunheim, , DE)
Assignee(s): CELANESE INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (Irving, TX)
Law Firm: DORITY MANNING, P.A. (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17724982 on 04/20/2022 (944 days app to issue)

Abstract: A fiber reinforced thermoplastic polymer composition is disclosed that contains at least one mold release agent. The mold release agent can comprise a polar material and/or a non-polar material. In one embodiment, both a polar wax and a non-polar wax are used. The polymer composition may also contain one or more tribological modifiers. The tribological modifier may comprise an ultra-high molecular weight silicone.

[C08L] COMPOSITIONS OF MACROMOLECULAR COMPOUNDS (compositions based on polymerisable monomers C08F, C08G; artificial filaments or fibres D01F; textile treating compositions D06) [2]

Composition and method of manufacturing and using extremely rheopectic sulfonate-based greases
Patent No. 12146114

Inventor(s): Alisha Farrington (Irving, TX), Deon Copeland (McKinney, TX), J. Andrew Waynick (Lantana, TX)
Assignee(s): NCH Corporation (Irving, TX)
Law Firm: Scheef Stone, LLP (Local)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18135232 on 04/17/2023 (582 days app to issue)

Abstract: An extremely rheopectic sulfonate-based grease composition and method comprising adding overbased calcium sulfonate, overbased magnesium sulfonate, and a facilitating acid, using a particular type of overbased calcium sulfonate and/or methods for adding overbased calcium sulfonate relative to the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid to favor the reaction between the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid. A preferred overbased calcium sulfonate comprises benzene rings having multiple alkyl groups. Preferred methods comprise (1) adding all calcium sulfonate after adding the magnesium sulfonate and facilitating acid, (2) adding a first portion of calcium sulfonate with the magnesium sulfonate before adding the facilitating acid and a second portion of calcium sulfonate after the facilitating acid, and/or (3) one or more calcium sulfonate delay periods relative to adding the facilitating acid. The extremely rheopectic grease is fluid and pourable and only takes on a grease structure after milling or shearing.

[C10M] LUBRICATING COMPOSITIONS (well drilling compositions C09K 8/02); USE OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES EITHER ALONE OR AS LUBRICATING INGREDIENTS IN A LUBRICATING COMPOSITION (mould release, i.e. separating, agents for metals B22C 3/00, for plastics or substances in a plastic state, in general B29C 33/56, for glass C03B 40/02; textile lubricating compositions D06M 11/00, D06M 13/00, D06M 15/00; immersion oils for microscopy G02B 21/33) [4] HEADER D PAPER

Paper products having increased bending stiffness and cross-direction strength and methods for making the same
Patent No. 12146264

Inventor(s): John Mullaney Meazle (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY (Memphis, TN)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17931155 on 09/12/2022 (799 days app to issue)

Abstract: A process for making a paper product comprising: providing a forming fabric; causing the forming fabric to rotate such that an upper surface of the forming fabric moves in a machine direction; providing a multi-layer headbox comprising first and second inlet headers and a slice outlet; providing a first aqueous slurry of first fibers to the first inlet header and a second aqueous slurry of second fibers to the second inlet header; combining streams of the first and second aqueous slurries to define a jet exiting the slice outlet; emitting the jet onto the upper surface of the forming fabric to form a web; causing the forming fabric to oscillate in a direction transverse to the machine direction, whereby at least a significant number of the first fibers are caused to align in a direction that deviates from the machine direction; and forming the paper product from the web.

[D21F] PAPER-MAKING MACHINES; METHODS OF PRODUCING PAPER THEREON

F I X E D C O N S T R U C T I O N S

Lumber supply theft deterrent device
Patent No. 12145496

Inventor(s): Donald Ringe (Garland, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17572795 on 01/11/2022 (1043 days app to issue)

Abstract: An article of manufacture for providing a lumber supply theft deterrent device according to the present invention is a lumber supply theft deterrent device having a plurality of strap elements coupled together forming a securing loop, a locking coupling device connecting two of the strap elements together to form a tight fit about the lumber by the securing loop, and a locking device for securing the locking coupling device from being opened. The plurality of strap elements being coupled together using one or more coupling devices, the securing loop may be places around a stack of lumber. The securing loop is arranged into a shape of square or a rectangle in which the plurality of strap elements couple together to form the outer edge of the square when around the stack of lumber. A threaded bolt in the locking connecting device accepts a shackle from the lock for securing the lock to the treaded bolt. The shackle is configured to prevent the treaded bolt from rotating when the lock is installed in the threaded bolt.

[E05B] LOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS

Asphalt shingle waste roofing materials and related methods
Patent No. 12146272

Inventor(s): Dale Kelley (Flower Mound, TX), James Svec (Kearney, NJ), Kirby Erickson (Waxahachie, TX), Kris Edelsward (Lockport, NY), Michael T. Ferraro (Savannah, GA), Paul Richardson (Euless, TX)
Assignee(s): BMIC LLC (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: GREENBERG TRAURIG, LLP (14 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18474903 on 09/26/2023 (420 days app to issue)

Abstract: Non-limiting embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a method comprising: obtaining asphalt shingle waste (ASW) and performing grinding, screening, and separating steps on the ASW. In some embodiments, granules are removed from the ASW. In some embodiments, the method transforms ASW into ASW powder. In some embodiments, the ASW powder is formed into a plurality of briquettes. In some embodiments, at least one of: the ASW powder, the plurality of briquettes, or any combination thereof is fed into a mixing process that results in an ASW powder filled coating.

[E01C] CONSTRUCTION OF, OR SURFACES FOR, ROADS, SPORTS GROUNDS, OR THE LIKE; MACHINES OR AUXILIARY TOOLS FOR CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIR (forming road or like surfaces by compacting or grading snow or ice E01H)

Push on and pull off configurable retrieving system for intercept retrievable bridge plug
Patent No. 12146388

Inventor(s): Douglas King (Waxahachie, TX)
Assignee(s): Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. (Houston, TX)
Law Firm: C. Tumey Law Group PLLC (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18310392 on 05/01/2023 (568 days app to issue)

Abstract: Systems and methods of the present disclosure relate to shifting downhole tools based on pressure. A downhole tool comprises an inner sleeve, an outer sleeve including: a chamber and a pressure relief valve in communication with the chamber. A return spring is disposed in the chamber. The outer sleeve is movable in forward and backward directions relative to the inner sleeve. A ball is disposed between the outer sleeve and the inner sleeve. A spacer is adjacent to the ball and a groove is adjacent to the spacer. A pocket is configured to receive the spacer upon movement of the outer sleeve in a forward direction. The spacer is configured to travel to the ball from the pocket and from the ball to the pocket. The pressure relief valve is configured to pass fluid based on a threshold pressure to unlock and move the outer sleeve in a backward direction.

[E21B] EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING (mining, quarrying E21C; making shafts, driving galleries or tunnels E21D); OBTAINING OIL, GAS, WATER, SOLUBLE OR MELTABLE MATERIALS OR A SLURRY OF MINERALS FROM WELLS [5]

Controlling downhole-type rotating machines
Patent No. 12146394

Inventor(s): Kuo-Chiang Chen (Kennedale, TX)
Assignee(s): Upwing Energy, Inc. (Cerritos, CA)
Law Firm: Fish Richardson P.C. (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 16235971 on 12/28/2018 (2153 days app to issue)

Abstract: A parameter of a magnetic bearing supporting a rotor in operation within a stator of the downhole-type rotating machine is measured. A speed of the rotor is controlled based on the measured parameter.

Fluid coupling assemblies for a manifold of a hydraulic fracturing system and related methods
Patent No. 12146399

Inventor(s): Christopher Mark Koch (Joshua, TX), Michael James Cornelssen (Joshua, TX)
Assignee(s): Scout Surface Solutions LLC (Joshua, TX)
Law Firm: Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP (14 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18749756 on 06/21/2024 (151 days app to issue)

Abstract: Embodiments of a method include connecting an inner end of a base of a fluid coupling assembly to an outer surface of a manifold of a hydraulic fracturing system. The base includes an outer end opposite the inner end and a through-passage extending from the outer end to the inner end. In addition, the method includes inserting a coupling adapter into the through-passage from the outer end to compress the coupling adapter into the through-passage and to position a connection device of the coupling adapter outside of the through-passage at the outer end.

M E C H A N I C A L E N G I N E E R I N G
LIGHTING | HEATING | WEAPONS | BLASTING

Systems and methods for cooling electrical equipment
Patent No. 12146691

Inventor(s): John Costakis (Glasco, NY), Ming Zhang (Weston, CT)
Assignee(s): Inertech IP LLC (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Weber Rosselli Cannon LLP (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18097055 on 01/13/2023 (676 days app to issue)

Abstract: The cooling systems of the present disclosure include a first refrigerant circuit in thermal communication with a heat load and in fluid communication with a main condenser, a free cooling circuit in fluid communication with the main condenser and a free-cooled water source, a chilled water circuit in fluid communication with the main condenser and an evaporator, and a second refrigerant circuit in fluid communication with the evaporator and a secondary condenser. The free cooling circuit is in thermal communication with the first refrigerant circuit via the main condenser, the chilled water circuit is in thermal communication with the first refrigerant circuit via the main condenser, and the second refrigeration circuit is in thermal communication with the chilled water circuit and the free cooling circuit. The second refrigeration circuit cools a fluid flowing in the chilled water circuit. Methods of operating a cooling system are also disclosed.

[F25B] REFRIGERATION MACHINES, PLANTS, OR SYSTEMS; COMBINED HEATING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; HEAT PUMP SYSTEMS (heat-transfer, heat-exchange or heat-storage materials, e.g. refrigerants, or materials for the production of heat or cold by chemical reactions other than by combustion C09K 5/00; pumps, compressors F04; use of heat pumps for domestic or space-heating or for domestic hot-water supply F24D; air-conditioning, air-humidification F24F; fluid heaters using heat pumps F24H)

P H Y S I C S

Systems and methods for determining and providing parking facility entrance characteristics
Patent No. 12146755

Inventor(s): Kentaro Oguchi (Mountain View, CA), Takamasa Higuchi (Mountain View, CA)
Assignee(s): Toyota Motor Engineering Manufacturing North America, Inc. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Darrow Mustafa PC (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17868915 on 07/20/2022 (853 days app to issue)

Abstract: Systems, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to improving locating favorable entrances. In one embodiment, a method includes acquiring sensor data about a parking facility entrance from at least one vehicle sensor, processing the sensor data into characteristics about the parking facility entrance, storing the characteristics about the parking facility entrance in a map that includes a location of the parking facility entrance, and providing a recommendation for a parking facility based, at least in part, on the map.

[G01C] MEASURING DISTANCES, LEVELS OR BEARINGS; SURVEYING; NAVIGATION; GYROSCOPIC INSTRUMENTS; PHOTOGRAMMETRY OR VIDEOGRAMMETRY (measuring liquid level G01F; radio navigation, determining distance or velocity by use of propagation effects, e.g. Doppler effect, propagation time, of radio waves, analogous arrangements using other waves G01S)

Two-axis bracket assembly with smart linear actuators and remote smart controller
Patent No. 12146768

Inventor(s): Ernest J. Seaton (Fort Worth, TX), Les Strickland (Mansfield, TX), Phil Gappa (Medford, OR)
Assignee(s): Seaton Automation LLC (Fort Worth, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17210229 on 03/23/2021 (1337 days app to issue)

Abstract: A 2-axis bracket assembly with smart linear actuators forms a mount for one or more sensors, and is controllable via a remote smart controller for the actuators, which may in turn be controlled by a remote PC and may control multiple 2-axis bracket assemblies. A two-axis gimballed support is mounted to an elevated structure, and a sensor is fixed thereto. The gimballed support includes a gimbal assembly, and a bracket to mount the assembly on a pole, a bracket assembly to hold the sensor. The gimbal assembly connects the pole bracket to the sensor bracket, permitting two-axis motion therebetween. Two smart linear actuators, one connecting the pole bracket to the gimbal assembly, and one connecting the sensor bracket to the gimbal assembly control the position of the sensor bracket and the sensor.

[G01D] MEASURING NOT SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR A SPECIFIC VARIABLE; ARRANGEMENTS FOR MEASURING TWO OR MORE VARIABLES NOT COVERED BY A SINGLE OTHER SUBCLASS; TARIFF METERING APPARATUS; TRANSFERRING OR TRANSDUCING ARRANGEMENTS NOT SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR A SPECIFIC VARIABLE; MEASURING OR TESTING NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR

Temperature-based tamper detection
Patent No. 12146801

Inventor(s): Anand Kumar G (Bengaluru, , IN)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17355992 on 06/23/2021 (1245 days app to issue)

Abstract: A temperature sensing device for a temperature-based tamper detection system includes an integrated circuit (IC) and a logic circuit. The logic circuit sends an enable signal to the IC, causing it to measure the device temperature, and initiates a security timer. In response to not receiving the device temperature before the security timer expires, the logic circuit outputs a tamper event signal and an error code. The logic circuit can disable the enable signal in response to not receiving the device temperature before the timer expires. In some implementations, the logic circuit is a first logic circuit, and the IC includes an analog integrated circuit (AIC) and a second logic circuit. The second logic circuit receives the enable signal from the first logic circuit, causes the AIC to measure the device temperature, and outputs a ready signal and the device temperature to the first logic circuit.

[G01K] MEASURING TEMPERATURE; MEASURING QUANTITY OF HEAT; THERMALLY-SENSITIVE ELEMENTS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR (radiation pyrometry G01J 5/00)

Chiral sensing with harmonic generation from a metasurface fabricated on a SOI wafer
Patent No. 12146833

Inventor(s): Sean P. Rodrigues (Ann Arbor, MI)
Assignee(s): TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Jordan IP Law, LLC (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18046601 on 10/14/2022 (767 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system for use with a randomly dispersed chiral organic solution. The system includes: an infrared laser that outputs a light beam having a wavelength in an IR spectrum; a stage that holds the randomly dispersed chiral organic solution, the stage being arranged to receive the light beam from the infrared laser, the stage including a silicon-on-insulator (SOI) resonating cavity structure configured to generate chiral signals in a linear IR regime, the stage being configured to generate a second harmonic optical signal from the light beam, the second harmonic optical signal being in an ultraviolet (UV) spectrum, the stage being configured to output the second harmonic optical signal; a UV detector that can receive the second harmonic optical signal from the stage; and an analyzer being configured to determine a chiroptical signature for the randomly dispersed chiral organic solution based on the received second harmonic optical signal.

[G01N] INVESTIGATING OR ANALYSING MATERIALS BY DETERMINING THEIR CHEMICAL OR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES (measuring or testing processes other than immunoassay, involving enzymes or microorganisms C12M, C12Q)

Power detector
Patent No. 12146902

Inventor(s): Abdellatif Bellaouar (Richardson, TX), Arul Balasubramaniyan (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): QUALCOMM Incorporated (San Diego, CA)
Law Firm: QUALCOMM Incorporated (6 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18306616 on 04/25/2023 (574 days app to issue)

Abstract: In certain aspects, a method is provided for measuring power using a resistive element coupled between a power amplifier and an antenna. The method includes squaring a voltage from a first terminal of the resistive element to obtain a first signal, squaring a voltage from a second terminal of the resistive element to obtain a second signal, and generating a measurement signal based on a difference between the first signal and the second signal. In some implementations, the resistive element is implemented with a power switch.

[G01R] MEASURING ELECTRIC VARIABLES; MEASURING MAGNETIC VARIABLES (indicating correct tuning of resonant circuits H03J 3/12)

Selectable JTAG or trace access with data store and output
Patent No. 12146909

Inventor(s): Lee D. Whetsel (Parker, TX)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18799555 on 08/09/2024 (102 days app to issue)

Abstract: An address and command port interface selectively enables JTAG TAP domain operations and Trace domain operations within an IC. The port carries TMS and TDI input and TDO output on a single pin and receives a clock signal on a separate pin. The addressable two pin interface loads and updates instructions and data to the TAP domain within the IC. The instruction or data update operations in multiple ICs occur simultaneously. A process transmits data from an addressed target device to a controller using data frames, each data frame comprising a header bit and data bits. The logic level of the header bit is used to start, continue, and stop the data transmission to the controller. A data and clock signal interface between a controller and multiple target devices provides for each target device to be individually addressed and commanded to perform a JTAG or Trace operation.

[G01R] MEASURING ELECTRIC VARIABLES; MEASURING MAGNETIC VARIABLES (indicating correct tuning of resonant circuits H03J 3/12)

Clock gating circuits and methods for dual-edge-triggered applications
Patent No. 12146912

Inventor(s): Arnab Khawas (Bangalore, , IN), Badarish Subbannavar (Bangalore, , IN), Gokul Sabada (Bangalore, , IN), Madhavan Sainath Rao Pissay (Hyderabad, , IN)
Assignee(s): Texas Instruments Incorporated (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18308486 on 04/27/2023 (572 days app to issue)

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to clock gating. An example integrated circuit includes an oscillator that outputs a clock signal to a clock gating system that generates and provides a gated clock signal to a data storage circuit. The clock gating system includes a first digital logic circuit having an input coupled to the oscillator to receive the clock signal, an active-low latch that includes an input coupled to an output of the first digital logic circuit and an input coupled to receive an enable signal, a second digital logic circuit that includes an input coupled to the oscillator and an input coupled to the output of the active-low latch, and an active-high latch that includes an input coupled to the output of the second digital logic circuit, an input coupled to receive the enable signal, and an output configured to provide a gated clock signal to the data storage circuit.

[G01R] MEASURING ELECTRIC VARIABLES; MEASURING MAGNETIC VARIABLES (indicating correct tuning of resonant circuits H03J 3/12)

Cholesteric display with video rate and gray-scale image
Patent No. 12147141

Inventor(s): Blair Ma (Frisco, TX), Lilya Darlene Ma (Frisco, TX), Yao-Dong Ma (Frisco, TX)
Assignee(s): Hanwang Technology Co., Ltd. (Beijing, , CN)
Law Firm: LOZA LOZA, LLP (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17842318 on 06/16/2022 (887 days app to issue)

Abstract: The present invention relates to a TFT liquid crystal display, more specifically, to a cholesteric liquid crystal display employing both field-induced nematic vertical alignment texture and field-induced eddy alignment texture as video astable states and cholesteric planer texture and focal conic texture as power-free bistable states. Thus, the display provides not only video speed motion pictures with unlimited grayscale but also excellent static images.

[G02F] DEVICES OR ARRANGEMENTS, THE OPTICAL OPERATION OF WHICH IS MODIFIED BY CHANGING THE OPTICAL PROPERTIES OF THE MEDIUM OF THE DEVICES OR ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE CONTROL OF THE INTENSITY, COLOUR, PHASE, POLARISATION OR DIRECTION OF LIGHT, e.g. SWITCHING, GATING, MODULATING OR DEMODULATING; TECHNIQUES OR PROCEDURES FOR THE OPERATION THEREOF; FREQUENCY-CHANGING; NON-LINEAR OPTICS; OPTICAL LOGIC ELEMENTS; OPTICAL ANALOGUE/DIGITAL CONVERTERS [4]

Systems and methods for determining errors during execution of multiple applications
Patent No. 12147292

Inventor(s): Rajagopalan Padmanaban Anand (Irving, TX)
Assignee(s): CITIGROUP, INC. (New York, NY)
Law Firm: Foley Lardner LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18624409 on 04/02/2024 (231 days app to issue)

Abstract: Presented herein are systems and methods for determining root cause of errors during execution of multiple applications. Systems include at least one processor to detect a cause analysis instruction identifying one or more systems; receive error metadata associated with a first operation error; determine a first debug operation set based on the error metadata; determine a first result associated with a first debug operation of the first debug operation set; and determine a second result associated with a second debug operation based on the first result for the first debug operation. The one or more processors can generate an error report based on the first result and the second result, the error report indicating each result and a next debug operation set of one or more next debug operations.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Parallelized scrubbing transactions
Patent No. 12147301

Inventor(s): Abhijeet Ashok Chachad (Plano, TX), David Matthew Thompson (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18325181 on 05/30/2023 (539 days app to issue)

Abstract: An apparatus includes a central processing unit (CPU) core and a cache subsystem coupled to the CPU core. The cache subsystem includes a first memory, a second memory, and a controller coupled to the first and second memories. The controller is configured to execute a sequence of scrubbing transactions on the first memory and execute a functional transaction on the second memory. One of the scrubbing transactions and the functional transaction are executed concurrently.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Methods and apparatus for read-modify-write support in multi-banked data RAM cache for bank arbitration
Patent No. 12147353

Inventor(s): Naveen Bhoria (Plano, TX), Pete Michael Hippleheuser (Murphy, TX), Timothy David Anderson (University Park, TX)
Assignee(s): Texas Instruments Incorporated (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 16882235 on 05/22/2020 (1642 days app to issue)

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed for read-modify-write support in multi-banked data RAM cache for bank arbitration. An example data cache system includes a store queue including a plurality of bank queues including a first bank queue having a write and read port configured to receive a respective write and read operation, storage coupled to the store queue including a plurality of data banks including a first data bank having a first port configured to receive the write or the read operation, first through third multiplexers, and bank arbitration logic including first arbiters including a first arbiter and second arbiters including a second arbiter, the first arbiter coupled to the second arbiter, the second and third multiplexers, the second arbiter coupled to the first multiplexer.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Database systems and methods of batching data requests for application extensions
Patent No. 12147419

Inventor(s): Eldor Khalyknazarov (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: Lorenz Kopf, LLP (4 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17822501 on 08/26/2022 (816 days app to issue)

Abstract: Database systems and methods are provided for providing record data to an application extension associated with a native application at a client device. One method involves a cross-platform service at the client device receiving a plurality of requests for data for one or more records at the database system from the native application, aggregating a subset of the plurality of requests into a batched request, providing the batched request to the database system over a network, receiving a batched response to the batched request from the database system over the network, and for each request of the subset of the plurality of requests of the batched request, mapping a respective data set of the batched response to a respective request and providing the respective data set to the application extension in response to the respective request via the native application.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

System and method for transpilation of machine interpretable languages
Patent No. 12147422

Inventor(s): Elvis Nyamwange (Little Elm, TX)
Assignee(s): Bank of America Corporation (Charlotte, NC)
Law Firm: Banner Witcoff, Ltd. (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17557208 on 12/21/2021 (1064 days app to issue)

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to transliteration of machine interpretable languages. A computing platform may train a machine learning model using source syntax trees and target dialect syntax trees, which may configure the model to output source dialect keys and their corresponding target dialect queries. The computing platform may execute the corresponding target dialect queries to identify whether they are valid. For a valid target dialect query, the computing platform may store the valid target dialect query and first source dialect keys corresponding to the valid target dialect query in a lookup table. For an invalid target dialect query resulting in error, the computing platform may: 1) identify a cause of the error; 2) generate a transliteration rule to correct the error; and 3) store, in the lookup table, the invalid target dialect query, second source dialect keys corresponding to the invalid target dialect query, and the transliteration rule.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Apparatus and method for facilitating a reuse of an asset
Patent No. 12147484

Inventor(s): Curtis Stephenson (McKinney, TX), Parimal Pandya (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): ATT INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY I, L.P. (Atlanta, GA)
Law Firm: Guntin Gust, PLC (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18192206 on 03/29/2023 (601 days app to issue)

Abstract: Aspects include receiving a search request, comparing at least one term of the search request to a plurality of metadata items, wherein each metadata item of the plurality of metadata items is associated with a respective asset of a plurality of assets, generating a plurality of scores, wherein each score of the plurality of scores is associated with a respective asset included in the plurality of assets, and wherein a value of each score of the plurality of scores is based on an identification of a user, selecting at least one asset of the plurality of assets in accordance with the plurality of scores and in accordance with at least one threshold, providing the at least one asset to a communications device that is associated with the user, and providing at least a portion of a metadata item included in the plurality of metadata items to the communications device.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Systems and methods for data grafting to enhance model robustness
Patent No. 12147498

Inventor(s): Paul Davis (Irving, TX)
Assignee(s): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (San Francisco, CA)
Law Firm: KL Gates LLP (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18054040 on 11/09/2022 (741 days app to issue)

Abstract: An example method includes detecting, by context analysis circuitry, occurrence of a triggering condition. The example method also includes scheduling, by context analysis circuitry and based on the occurrence of the triggering condition, retraining of a model. The example method also includes generating, by data grafting circuitry and in response to scheduling the retraining of the model, a context-relevant training data set based on a target context vector. The example method also includes retraining, by model training circuitry, the model using the context-relevant training data set to mitigate deterioration of performance of the model.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Steganographic modification detection and mitigation for enhanced enterprise security
Patent No. 12147538

Inventor(s): Matthew Murray (Roanoke, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: Banner Witcoff, Ltd. (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17872354 on 07/25/2022 (848 days app to issue)

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to mitigation and detection of steganographic modifications embedded in images. A computing platform may receive an image embedded with steganographic modifications. The computing platform may change or modify any number of bits of one or more color components of one or more pixels of an image, rendering the steganographic modifications ineffective. The computing platform may cause at an isolation zone system, execution of an image, including steganographic modifications, to identify images embedded with steganographic modifications. The computing platform may also compare an image with image stored in an image storage module. The computing platform may store an image from the image storage module with a highest visual comparison score rather than the image.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Intelligent estimation of onboarding times for managed services
Patent No. 12147549

Inventor(s): Sushma Punugubati (Aubrey, TX)
Assignee(s): Dell Products L.P. (Round Rock, TX)
Law Firm: Daly, Crowley, Mofford Durkee, LLP (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17648020 on 01/14/2022 (1040 days app to issue)

Abstract: In one aspect, an example methodology implementing the disclosed techniques includes receiving information regarding a customer to onboard to a managed service and determining one or more relevant features from the information regarding the customer, the one or more relevant features correlated with historical onboarding times. The method also includes determining, using a machine learning (ML) model, an expected time to onboard the customer to the managed service based on the one or more relevant features.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Secure data parser method and system
Patent No. 12147551

Inventor(s): Rick L. Orsini (Flower Mound, TX), Roger Davenport (Campbell, TX)
Assignee(s): Security First Innovations, LLC (Ashburn, VA)
Law Firm: Farjami Farjami LLP (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18781806 on 07/23/2024 (119 days app to issue)

Abstract: A secure data parser is provided that may be integrated into any suitable system for securely storing and communicating data. The secure data parser parses data and then splits the data into multiple portions that are stored or communicated distinctly. Encryption of the original data, the portions of data, or both may be employed for additional security. The secure data parser may be used to protect data in motion by splitting original data into portions of data, that may be communicated using multiple communications paths.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Simultaneously administering user accounts in two related information systems, such as an EMR and a separate health system single signon system
Patent No. 12147570

Inventor(s): Robin Kang (Prosper, TX)
Assignee(s): Praia Health Inc. (Renton, WA)
Law Firm: Seed Intellectual Property Law Group LLP (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18164190 on 02/03/2023 (655 days app to issue)

Abstract: A facility applies a received query containing identifying information for a person to both (1) first accounts in a first information system each authorizing access to a resource among a set, to obtain a first result identifying any matching first accounts; and (2) second accounts in a second information system that each authorize access to a resource among the set, to obtain a second result identifying any matching second accounts. For each resource of the set whose access is authorized by at least one identified first account or one identified second account, the facility creates an entry representing any identified first account authorizing access to the resource and any identified second account authorizing access to the resource. The facility causes the created entries to be displayed, and solicits input selecting a displayed entry for administrative action with respect to at least one of the accounts it represents.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Enabling web browser extensions to perform asynchronous blocking operations
Patent No. 12147581

Inventor(s): Dan Amiga (Ramat Hasharon, , IL), Liron Zuaretes (Tel Aviv, , IL), San Golan (Tel Aviv, , IL)
Assignee(s): ISLAND TECHNOLOGY INC. (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: AlphaPatent Associates Ltd. (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18080798 on 12/14/2022 (706 days app to issue)

Abstract: Enabling a web browser extension to perform an asynchronous blocking operation by configuring the web browser to receive from a web browser extension an extension-provided callback function and an indicator, where the extension-provided callback function is configured to perform an asynchronous blocking operation, where the indicator indicates that the extension callback function relates to an asynchronous blocking operation, where the extension-provided callback function is configured to receive a web-browser-provided callback function as a parameter of the extension-provided callback function, and where the extension-provided callback function is configured to call the web-browser-provided callback function after performing the asynchronous blocking operation, and configuring the web browser to call the extension-provided callback function with the web-browser-provided callback function as a parameter of the extension-provided callback function call if the indicator indicates that the extension callback function relates to an asynchronous blocking operation.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Methods and apparatus to characterize memory
Patent No. 12147697

Inventor(s): Devanathan Varadarajan (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): Texas Instruments Incorporated (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17900551 on 08/31/2022 (811 days app to issue)

Abstract: An example device includes: converter circuitry having an output configured to couple to a first memory circuit from a plurality of memory circuits, the converter circuitry configured to: receive a first instruction formatted with a uniform protocol; and convert the first instruction from the uniform protocol to a protocol specific to the first memory circuit; logic circuitry having an input configured to couple to the first memory circuit, the logic circuitry configured to: receive a first result of the first instruction from the first memory circuit; and responsive to a second instruction, combine the first result with other results from ones of the plurality of memory circuits into an output.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Neural network systems for source code summarization
Patent No. 12147791

Inventor(s): Minh Huynh Nguyen (Phu Yen, , VN), Phong Xuan Nguyen (Ha Noi, , VN), Quoc Nghi Duy Bui (Ho Chi Minh, , VN)
Assignee(s): FPT USA Corp. (Richardson, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18592810 on 03/01/2024 (263 days app to issue)

Abstract: A neural network system for summarizing source code is described. The neural network system includes one or more computers and one or more non-transitory computer storage media storing instructions that, when executed by the one or more computers, cause the one or more computers to implement: a heterogeneous code representation (HCR) generator; a sub-system; a Transformer encoder neural network; a tree-based encoder neural network; a heterogeneous graph transformer (HGT) neural network; and a graph aggregator. In some implementations, the neural network system includes one or more of a token index selector, a hierarchy-aware cross attention neural network layer, a gating neural network layer, and a Transformer decoder neural network.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

System and method for implementing a home lending data reservoir
Patent No. 12147923

Inventor(s): Edward Bowlby (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. (New York, NY)
Law Firm: GREENBLUM BERNSTEIN, P.L.C. (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17647948 on 01/13/2022 (1041 days app to issue)

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention is directed to enabling real-time data processing to analytical applications that use a real-time cache to drive business decisions. An embodiment of the present invention is directed to limiting data transformation (e.g., transforming data only once) and making it available for multiple consumers and stores. For example, an embodiment of the present invention is directed to an elastic extract transform load (ETL) extension to a strategic data transformation pipeline to support uniform content distribution to various stores as well as reactive processing. Data transformations may be treated as ETL, ensuring operational and analytical stores see and act on the same data.

[G06Q] DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS OR METHODS, SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL, SUPERVISORY OR FORECASTING PURPOSES; SYSTEMS OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL, SUPERVISORY OR FORECASTING PURPOSES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR [2006.01]

Adaptive RFID inventory system
Patent No. 12147940

Inventor(s): Jonathan Michael Butler (Gainesville, GA), Timm Sebastian Redder (Ladera Ranch, CA)
Assignee(s): VenaResources, Inc. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP (14 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18222760 on 07/17/2023 (491 days app to issue)

Abstract: An adaptive inventory management system for use in a materials handling facility storing a plurality of items that are each associated with a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag. The management system including a global inventory database subsystem and a RFID interrogator subsystem comprising a plurality of RFID interrogators that are each configured to read the unique identifier of the RFID tag associated with each of the plurality of items that are within a defined boundary of at least one scan zone generated by the respective RFID interrogator and to communicate the unique identifier of the each scanned RFID tag identified within each scan zone of the respective RFID interrogator to the global inventory database subsystem. The management system being selectively configured to effect user desired levels of fidelity and/or resolution with respect to the generated unique identifier of each scanned RFID tag within a defined space of the materials handling facility.

Systems and methods for determination, description, and use of feature sets for machine learning classification systems, including electronic messaging systems employing machine learning classification
Patent No. 12147948

Inventor(s): Peter Gallagher McNeil (Leesburg, VA)
Assignee(s): ZIX CORPORATION (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: Sprinkle IP Law Group (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18528423 on 12/04/2023 (351 days app to issue)

Abstract: Systems and methods for dynamically defining features for machine learning models in classification systems are disclosed. Such systems and methods may be usefully applied to train and utilize machine learning models in a variety of contexts, including email classification systems.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

Systems and methods for asset sharing using distributed ledger techniques
Patent No. 12148025

Inventor(s): Nolan Serrao (Plano, TX), Snehal Desai (Richardson, TX)
Assignee(s): United Services Automobile Association (USAA) (San Antonio, TX)
Law Firm: Fletcher Yoder P.C. (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18485880 on 10/12/2023 (404 days app to issue)

Abstract: Systems and methods described herein facilitate the tracking of shared ownership of assets, such as real property as well as other types of property, using distributed ledger technology (DLT) techniques. For example, in timesharing scenarios, by storing data relating to shared ownership of particular assets in a distributed ledger, such as a blockchain, various aspects of the shared ownership of the shared asset may be tracked in an immutable and secure manner with all parties involved having transparency into the data relating to the shared asset. For example, the embodiments described herein enable tracking of certain aspects relating to shared ownership of a shared asset, such as scheduling of time periods during which certain share owners may take custody, tracking of transfers of custody of the shared asset between share owners, transfer of control of smart devices associated with the shared asset, and so forth.

Collaborative trust platform with portable files
Patent No. 12148039

Inventor(s): Tod A. Ruble (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: Foley Lardner LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17967540 on 10/17/2022 (764 days app to issue)

Abstract: Computer systems and methods for generating portable and data-agnostic annuity datasets are disclosed where a central server generates multiple instructions to receive annuity dataset data records, participant attributes, and annuity attributes for a plurality of annuity datasets from employer servers and recordkeeper servers; integrates different annuity datasets by mapping the data fields of each respective annuity dataset and creating uniform data-agnostic annuity datasets; continuously monitors a performance value for each data-agnostic annuity dataset; and dynamically modifies recordkeepers when the performance value of annuity datasets do not satisfy a pre-determined threshold by modifying recordkeeper data records.

Tax planning using video-based graphical user interface and artificial intelligence
Patent No. 12148046

Inventor(s): John Anthony Castro (Mansfield, TX)
Assignee(s): AITAX.COM, INC. (Mansfield, TX)
Law Firm: HAYNES AND BOONE, LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18540312 on 12/14/2023 (341 days app to issue)

Abstract: A apparatus and method of generating and presenting a recommended filing strategy that includes receiving user inputs via a graphical user interface; identifying, using one or more computers, factual patterns of the user inputs; assigning, using the one or more computers and based on the identified factual patterns, a risk tolerance classification; generating, using an optimization model and based on the factual patterns, the risk tolerance classification, and relevant legal documents, the recommended filing strategy; identifying relevant media files from a library of media files that are associated with the recommended filing strategy; creating a combined media file from the plurality of relevant media files; and presenting the combined media file via the graphical user interface.

Systems and methods for database management of transaction information and payment instruction data
Patent No. 12148055

Inventor(s): Ashley Cook (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): Zoccam Technologies, Inc. (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves Savitch LLP (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17174113 on 02/11/2021 (1377 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system for storing data related to a transaction and for facilitating the transaction, the system comprising: an application server coupled with a database and configured to store information associated with a plurality of transactions, the information including account information related to a user account maintained by a first financial institution, a recipient identifier, and account information related to a recipient account maintained with a second financial institution, the application server further configured to: receive transaction data associated with a payment of the transaction, the transaction data comprising an identifier and user account information; identify the recipient account information based on a comparison of the received identifier against the stored recipient identifier; generate transfer instructions data based on the transaction data and recipient account information; and forward the transfer instructions data to the first financial institution based on the user account information to cause a deposit into the recipient account.

Apparatus and method for combined intraband and interband multi-frame demosaicing
Patent No. 12148124

Inventor(s): Hamid R. Sheikh (Allen, TX), John W. Glotzbach (Allen, TX), Long N. Le (Richardson, TX), Yibo Xu (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Suwon-si, , KR)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17649095 on 01/27/2022 (1027 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method includes obtaining multiple input image frames and determining how to warp at least one of the input image frames. The method also includes performing an intraband demosaic-warp operation to reconstruct image data in different color channels of the input image frames and warp the at least one input image frame to produce RGB input image frames. The method further includes blending the RGB input image frames to produce a blended RGB image frame, performing an interband denoising operation to produce a denoised RGB image frame, and performing an interband sharpening operation to produce a sharpened RGB image frame. In addition, the method includes performing an interband demosaic operation to substantially equalize high-frequency content in different color channels of the sharpened RGB image frame to produce an equalized sharpened RGB image frame and generating a final image of the scene based on the equalized sharpened RGB image frame.

[G06T] IMAGE DATA PROCESSING OR GENERATION, IN GENERAL [2006.01]

Multi-frame optical flow network with lossless pyramid micro-architecture
Patent No. 12148175

Inventor(s): Chenchi Luo (Plano, TX), John Seokjun Lee (Allen, TX), Yingmao Li (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Suwon-si, , KR)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17590998 on 02/02/2022 (1021 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method includes obtaining a first optical flow vector representing motion between consecutive video frames during a previous time step. The method also includes generating a first predicted optical flow vector from the first optical flow vector using a trained prediction model, where the first predicted optical flow vector represents predicted motion during a current time step. The method further includes refining the first predicted optical flow vector using a trained update model to generate a second optical flow vector representing motion during the current time step. The trained update model uses the first predicted optical flow vector, a video frame of the previous time step, and a video frame of the current time step to generate the second optical flow vector.

[G06T] IMAGE DATA PROCESSING OR GENERATION, IN GENERAL [2006.01]

Image processing techniques for identifying location of interest
Patent No. 12148180

Inventor(s): Ryan Leonard Miller (Chicago, IL)
Assignee(s): OMNITRACS, LLC (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: ArentFox Schiff LLP (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17169431 on 02/06/2021 (1382 days app to issue)

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure provide image processing techniques to analyze the geospatial image of a geographic area in order to identify locations of interest within the geospatial image for different applications. Specifically, techniques of the present disclosure may identify the geographic coordinate information associated with a street address of a physical structure and retrieve the geospatial image of the geographic area including the physical structure based on the geographic coordinate information. The image processor may then generate a virtual geofence around the physical structure that then allows a network computer to receive and analyze GPS information received from a plurality of devices located within the virtual geofence over a period of time in order to generate locations of interest information for different applications.

[G06T] IMAGE DATA PROCESSING OR GENERATION, IN GENERAL [2006.01]

Cross-point array IHOLD read margin improvement
Patent No. 12148459

Inventor(s): Hans Jurgen Richter (Palo Alto, CA), James O’’Toole (Boise, ID), James W. Reiner (Palo Alto, CA), Michael Grobis (Campbell, CA), Michael Nicolas Albert Tran (San Jose, CA), Nathan Franklin (Belmont, CA), Thomas Trent (Tuc
Assignee(s): SanDisk Technologies LLC (Addison, TX)
Law Firm: Vierra Magen Marcus LLP (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17677666 on 02/22/2022 (1001 days app to issue)

Abstract: Technology for read in a cross-point memory array. Drive transistors pass read and write currents to the cross-point memory array. The read current charges a selected word line to turn on a threshold switching selector of a selected memory cell. While the threshold switching selector is on, the current (read or write) passes through the selected memory cell. The memory system applies a smaller overdrive voltage to a drive transistor when the drive transistor is passing the read current than when the drive transistor is passing the write current. A smaller overdrive voltage increases the resistance of the drive transistor. Increasing the resistance of the drive transistor increases the resistance seen by the threshold switching selector in the selected memory cell, which reduces the Ihold of the threshold switching selector.

[G11C] STATIC STORES (information storage based on relative movement between record carrier and transducer G11B; semiconductor devices for storage H01L, e.g. H01L 27/108-H01L 27/11597; pulse technique in general H03K, e.g. electronic switches H03K 17/00)

System and method for conducting virtual crossover studies in clinical diagnostic processes
Patent No. 12148511

Inventor(s): Curtis Parvin (Garland, TX)
Assignee(s): Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. (Hercules, CA)
Law Firm: AVEK IP, LLC (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17338937 on 06/04/2021 (1264 days app to issue)

Abstract: A clinical diagnostic analyzer for performing a virtual crossover study on quality control (QC) material includes a processor, memory, measurement hardware, and an input panel/display. The analyzer acquires data from a peer group relating to a new lot of quality control material to calculate a predicted mean and standard deviation based on that peer group data and adjusted for bias in the laboratory process. As new analyses are run on the new lot of QC material, the predicted mean and standard deviation are updated to incorporate the actual data on a weighted basis.

[G16H] HEALTHCARE INFORMATICS, i.e. INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY [ICT] SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR THE HANDLING OR PROCESSING OF MEDICAL OR HEALTHCARE DATA

Systems and methods for network access security
Patent No. 12149942

Inventor(s): Mark Shostak (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc. (Basking Ridge, NJ)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17818754 on 08/10/2022 (832 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method may include receiving an attach request that includes an international mobile equipment identity (IMEI) and an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI), and determining whether the IMEI is associated with a user device that is not allowed to attach to the network. The method may also include determining whether the IMSI included in the attach request is stored in a database, and determining whether an IMEI associated with the IMSI is stored in the database. The method may further include determining whether the IMEI stored in the database matches the IMEI included in the attach request and denying the attach request in response to determining that the IMEI stored in the database does not match the IMEI included in the attach request.

[G06F] ELECTRIC DIGITAL DATA PROCESSING (computer systems based on specific computational models G06N)

E L E C T R I C I T Y

Integrated magnetic assembly
Patent No. 12148556

Inventor(s): Jonathan Almeria Noquil (Plano, TX), Rajen Manicon Murugan (Dallas, TX), Yiqi Tang (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17383878 on 07/23/2021 (1215 days app to issue)

Abstract: An electronic device includes a multilevel package substrate, conductive leads, a die, and a package structure. The multilevel package substrate has a first level, a second level, and a third level, each having patterned conductive features and molded dielectric features. The first level includes a first patterned conductive feature with multiple turns that form a first winding. The second level includes a second patterned conductive feature, and the third level includes a third patterned conductive feature with multiple turns that form a second winding. A first terminal of the die is coupled to the first end of the first winding, a second terminal of the die is coupled to the second end of the first winding, and a third terminal of the die is coupled to a first conductive lead. The package structure encloses the first die, the second die, and a portion of the multilevel package substrate.

[H01L] SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES; ELECTRIC SOLID STATE DEVICES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR (use of semiconductor devices for measuring G01; resistors in general H01C; magnets, inductors, transformers H01F; capacitors in general H01G; electrolytic devices H01G 9/00; batteries, accumulators H01M; waveguides, resonators, or lines of the waveguide type H01P; line connectors, current collectors H01R; stimulated-emission devices H01S; electromechanical resonators H03H; loudspeakers, microphones, gramophone pick-ups or like acoustic electromechanical transducers H04R; electric light sources in general H05B; printed circuits, hybrid circuits, casings or constructional details of electrical apparatus, manufacture of assemblages of electrical components H05K; use of semiconductor devices in circuits having a particular application, see the subclass for the application) [2]

Three-dimensional memory device containing bridges for enhanced structural support and methods of forming the same
Patent No. 12148710

Inventor(s): Johann Alsmeier (San Jose, CA), Koichi Matsuno (Fremont, CA)
Assignee(s): SANDISK TECHNOLOGIES LLC (Addison, TX)
Law Firm: THE MARBURY LAW GROUP PLLC (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17510807 on 10/26/2021 (1120 days app to issue)

Abstract: A three-dimensional memory device includes a first alternating stack of first word lines and first insulating layers, first memory stack structures vertically extending through the first alternating stack, a second alternating stack of second word lines and second insulating layers, second memory stack structures vertically extending through the second alternating stack, plural backside trench fill structures located between the first alternating stack and the second alternating stack, and a bridge region located between the plural backside trench fill structures and between the between the first alternating stack and the second alternating stack. At least one insulating layer extends continuously through the first alternating stack, the second alternating stack, and the bridge region.

[H10B] ELECTRONIC MEMORY DEVICES

Through wafer trench isolation between transistors in an integrated circuit
Patent No. 12148717

Inventor(s): Benjamin Stassen Cook (Los Gatos, CA), Peter Smeys (San Jose, CA), Scott Robert Summerfelt (Garland, TX), Sreeram Subramanyam Nasum (Bangalore, , IN), Thomas Dyer Bonifield (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17583322 on 01/25/2022 (1029 days app to issue)

Abstract: In described examples of an integrated circuit (IC) there is a substrate of semiconductor material having a first region with a first transistor formed therein and a second region with a second transistor formed therein. An isolation trench extends through the substrate and separates the first region of the substrate from the second region of the substrate. An interconnect region having layers of dielectric is disposed on a top surface of the substrate. A dielectric polymer is disposed in the isolation trench and in a layer over the backside surface of the substrate. An edge of the polymer layer is separated from the perimeter edge of the substrate by a space.

Capacity regenerable excess electrolyte Zn ion battery
Patent No. 12148893

Inventor(s): Fantai Kong (McKinney, TX), Jin-Myoung Lim (Coppell, TX), Mark Griffin (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): Hunt Energy Enterprises, L.L.C. (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: Patent Capital Group (Local + 6 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18045196 on 10/10/2022 (771 days app to issue)

Abstract: Battery systems, methods of in-situ grid-scale battery construction, and in-situ battery regeneration methods are disclosed. The battery system features controllable capacity regeneration for grid-scale energy storage. The battery system includes a battery comprising a plurality of cells. Each cell includes a cathode comprising cathode electrode materials disposed on a first current collector, an anode comprising anode electrode materials disposed on a second current collector, a separator or spacer disposed between the cathode and the anode an electrolyte to fill the battery in the spaces between electrodes. The battery system includes a battery system controller, wherein the battery system controller is configured to selectively charge and discharge the battery at a normal cutoff voltage and wherein the battery system controller is further configured to selectively charge and discharge the battery at a capacity regeneration voltage as part of a healing reaction to generate active electrode materials.

[H01M] PROCESSES OR MEANS, e.g. BATTERIES, FOR THE DIRECT CONVERSION OF CHEMICAL ENERGY INTO ELECTRICAL ENERGY [2]

Modular fuel cell system architecture and a control system for distributing power to the modules
Patent No. 12148962

Inventor(s): Andrew Sata (Irvine, CA), Arlo C. Eitzer (Ann Arbor, MI), Christopher M. Bulpitt (Los Angeles, CA), Daniel Charles Folick (Long Beach, CA), Daniel K. Lim (Canton, MI), Jared Farnsworth (Gardena, CA), Jonathan J. Sander (G
Assignee(s): TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC. (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: SHEPPARD, MULLIN, RICHTER HAMPTON LLP (7 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17539774 on 12/01/2021 (1084 days app to issue)

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for modularizing a system. Parallel power systems having electronically isolated high voltage systems facilitate modulization. A control system is provided that optimizes the distribution of a power demand and/or a torque request so as to keep the efficiency, durability, drivability and/or safety of the system within an optimum range. In some cases, the distribution of power is uneven, so as to extend the battery life, while in other cases, the power draw on battery systems are kept equal and constant so as to properly manage the state of charge of the parallel power systems. In still other cases, the chosen power distribution keeps the power demand and/or torque request between minimum and maximum levels/capacity, and the power distribution avoids on/off of an individual power system.

[H01M] PROCESSES OR MEANS, e.g. BATTERIES, FOR THE DIRECT CONVERSION OF CHEMICAL ENERGY INTO ELECTRICAL ENERGY [2]

Antispark battery connector
Patent No. 12149017

Inventor(s): Jason Brown (Hurst, TX), Kynn J. Schulte (Arlington, TX)
Assignee(s): Textron Innovations Inc. (Providence, RI)
Law Firm: Slater Matsil, LLP (Local + 1 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18464868 on 09/11/2023 (435 days app to issue)

Abstract: In an embodiment, a battery connector includes: power terminals configured to be coupled to a load having an input capacitance; power pins electrically coupled to the power terminals; a charge pin, the charge pin being longer than each of the power pins; and an antispark circuit electrically interposed between the charge pin and the power terminals, the antispark circuit including: a dissipation circuit configured to charge the input capacitance of the load in response to a battery being coupled to the charge pin; and a delay circuit configured to delay charging of the input capacitance of the load for a predetermined duration after the battery is coupled to the charge pin.

[H01R] ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS (switches, fuses H01H; coupling devices of the waveguide type H01P 5/00; switching arrangements for the supply or distribution of electric power H02B; installations of electric cables or lines, or of combined optical and electric cables or lines, or of auxiliary apparatus H02G; printed means for providing electric connections to or between printed circuits H05K)

Connector assembly with grounding
Patent No. 12149032

Inventor(s): Brian J. Fitzpatrick (McKinney, TX)
Assignee(s): CommScope Technologies LLC (Hickory, NC)
Law Firm: Merchant Gould P.C. (12 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17843502 on 06/17/2022 (886 days app to issue)

Abstract: A connector assembly ([b]10[/b]) is disclosed in which a connector part ([b]12[/b]) and a cable manager part ([b]20[/b]) are provided. The cable manager part ([b]20[/b]) can be provided with a rear housing ([b]40[/b]), a lacing fixture part ([b]30[/b]), and a grounding part ([b]50[/b]). In one aspect, the grounding part ([b]50[/b]) provides grounding contact between an inserted cable ([b]4[/b]) and the connector part ([b]12[/b]). In one aspect, the grounding part ([b]50[/b]) secures the connector part ([b]12[/b]) to the rear housing part ([b]40[/b]). In one example, a connector assembly ([b]110[/b]) is provided with a grounding arrangement ([b]150[/b]) including a plurality of deflectable grounding members ([b]152[/b]) and provides grounding contact between the inserted cable ([b]4[/b]) and the connector part ([b]112[/b]). In one aspect, the grounding members ([b]152[/b]) each provide two points of contact against the cable ([b]4[/b]).

System for an electrical motor with coil assemblies and external radial magnetic elements
Patent No. 12149141

Inventor(s): Abla Hariri (Granbury, TX), Anto Joseph Barigala Charles Paulraj (Granbury, TX), Erik Christopher Hatch (Granbury, TX)
Assignee(s): Linear Labs, Inc. (Granbury, TX)
Law Firm: Run8 Patent Group, LLC (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18086508 on 12/21/2022 (699 days app to issue)

Abstract: One variation of a system for an electric motor includes a set of coil assemblies defining: an inner radial facet, an outer radial facet, a first axial facet, and a second axial facet opposite the first axial facet. Additionally, each coil assembly in the set of coil assemblies includes a receiving member arranged at the outer radial facet of the coil assembly. Furthermore, the system includes a rotor comprising a set of magnetic elements: encompassing the inner radial facet, the outer radial facet, the first axial facet, and the second axial facet of the set of coil assemblies; and defining a radial magnetic tunnel. The system also includes a housing: engaging the receiving member of each coil assembly, in the set of coil assemblies to couple the housing to the set of coil assemblies; and includes a shaft coupled to the set of magnetic elements.

[H02K] DYNAMO-ELECTRIC MACHINES (dynamo-electric relays H01H 53/00; conversion of DC or AC input power into surge output power H02M 9/00)

Pre-biased dual current sensing
Patent No. 12149236

Inventor(s): Ashish Ojha (Bangalore, , IN), Priyank Anand (Bangalore, , IN), Richeek Maitra (Chinsurah, , IN), Venkatesh Guduri (Bangalore, , IN)
Assignee(s): Texas Instruments Incorporated (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17827406 on 05/27/2022 (907 days app to issue)

Abstract: In an example, a system includes a first transistor and a second transistor, the first transistor and the second transistor configured to provide current to a load. The system also includes a sense transistor coupled to the first transistor, the sense transistor configured to sense a current flowing through the first transistor. The system includes an amplifier coupled to the sense transistor, where the amplifier includes a first input, a second input, and an output. The system also includes pre-bias circuitry coupled to the amplifier, where the pre-bias circuitry is configured to provide a voltage to the first input of the amplifier responsive to the first transistor being off, where the voltage biases the amplifier.

[H03K] PULSE TECHNIQUE (measuring pulse characteristics G01R; modulating sinusoidal oscillations with pulses H03C; transmission of digital information H04L; discriminator circuits detecting phase difference between two signals by counting or integrating cycles of oscillation H03D 3/04; automatic control, starting, synchronisation or stabilisation of generators of electronic oscillations or pulses where the type of generator is irrelevant or unspecified H03L; coding, decoding or code conversion, in general H03M) [4]

Ultra-low energy per cycle oscillator topology
Patent No. 12149248

Inventor(s): Manikandan R R (Bangalore, , IN)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17828161 on 05/31/2022 (903 days app to issue)

Abstract: In described examples of an integrated circuit (IC), an oscillator includes Schmitt trigger delay cells connected in a ring topology. The Schmitt trigger delay cells have a high input threshold approximately equal to Vdd and a low input threshold approximately equal to Vss to increase delay through each cell. An output buffer receives a phase signal from an output terminal of one of the Schmitt trigger delay cells and converts a transition phase signal to a faster transition clock signal. The output buffer has control circuitry that generates non-overlapping control signals in response to the phase signal, to control an output stage to generate the fast transition clock signal while preventing short circuit current in the output stage.

Period error correction in digital frequency locked loops
Patent No. 12149253

Inventor(s): Janne Matias Pahkala (Oulu, , FI)
Assignee(s): Texas Instruments Incorporated (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18114595 on 02/27/2023 (631 days app to issue)

Abstract: In some examples, a digital frequency locked loop (DFLL) device includes a phase frequency detector (PFD) configured to receive a reference clock signal and an indicator of a primary clock signal and to determine differences between periods of the reference clock signal and the indicator. The DFLL also includes a controller coupled to the PFD. The controller is configured to store digital signals indicating a first and a second of the differences determined by the PFD, determine a period error by subtracting the second difference from the first difference, and compare the period error to a programmed threshold. The DFLL also includes a digitally controlled oscillator (DCO) coupled to the controller, the DCO configured to provide the primary clock signal having a frequency adjusted based on the comparison.

[H03L] AUTOMATIC CONTROL, STARTING, SYNCHRONISATION, OR STABILISATION OF GENERATORS OF ELECTRONIC OSCILLATIONS OR PULSES (of dynamo-electric generators H02P) [3]

Methods and apparatus to write data to registers
Patent No. 12149258

Inventor(s): Anand Kumar G (Bangalore, , IN), Srinivasa Chakravarthy (Bangalore, , IN)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18437510 on 02/09/2024 (284 days app to issue)

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, systems, and articles of manufacture are disclosed. An example apparatus includes interface circuitry to receive an analog signal. The example apparatus also includes sequencer circuitry to: determine whether the apparatus is to operate in a single transfer state or a multiple transfer state; access a configuration from a control register in a plurality of control registers; initiate a conversion of the analog signal to a digital value based on the configuration; and write the digital value to a result register in a plurality of result registers based on the determination.

[H03M] CODING, DECODING OR CODE CONVERSION, IN GENERAL (using fluidic means F15C 4/00; optical analogue/digital converters G02F 7/00; coding, decoding or code conversion, specially adapted for particular applications, see the relevant subclasses, e.g. G01D, G01R, G06F, G06T, G09G, G10L, G11B, G11C, H04B, H04L, H04M, H04N; ciphering or deciphering for cryptography or other purposes involving the need for secrecy G09C) [4]

Synchronized multi-channel access system
Patent No. 12149299

Inventor(s): Zong Wu (San Diego, CA)
Assignee(s): ENTROPIC COMMUNICATIONS, LLC (Plano, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18229942 on 08/03/2023 (474 days app to issue)

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for synchronizing multiple channels in an access network, where the multiple channels are neighboring channels such that a guard band between them or use of a diplexer to prevent inter-channel interference is not required. Synchronization is achieved by defining channel MAP (media access plan) cycle structures such that all channels work in the same direction (upstream US or downstream DS) at any given time. Moreover, the network controller of channel may send out a beacon to allow new nodes to join. A long MAP cycle ([b]402[/b]) may be followed by three consecutive regular MAP cycles ([b]404, 406[/b]), and ([b]408[/b]). These MAP cycles are repeated between beacon transmissions. Synchronization allows multiple channels to be configured contiguous (without a guard band between neighbouring channels) and without utilizing diplexers. A plurality of customer premises equipment may operate on each of the communications channels.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Use of uplink beam tracking results in reference symbol sessions
Patent No. 12149314

Inventor(s): Bilal Sadiq (Southlake, TX)
Assignee(s): QUALCOMM Incorporated (San Diego, CA)
Law Firm: Holland Hart LLP (8 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18330121 on 06/06/2023 (532 days app to issue)

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for wireless communication are described. A network device, such as a base station, may transmit a request message to a user equipment (UE). The request message may include a request for the UE to transmit a set of sounding reference signals (SRSs). The set of SRSs may include two (or more) beamformed signals. The network device may receive the set of SRSs according to the request message. The network device may identify, based on a co-phasing parameter associated with the two (or more) beamformed signals, an antenna port precoder configuration to use for communicating with the UE.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Adaptive satellite wireless communication parameter selections
Patent No. 12149345

Inventor(s): Vijay Lewis (Wylie, TX)
Assignee(s): Skylo Technologies, Inc. (Palo Alto, CA)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17712149 on 04/03/2022 (961 days app to issue)

Abstract: Apparatuses, methods, and systems for adaptive satellite wireless communication parameter selections are disclosed. One method includes predicting, by a base station, characteristics of a communication channel between the base station and a wireless hub, wherein a satellite is located within the communication channel between the base station and the wireless hub, and selecting, by the base station, wireless communication parameter selections including at least an MCS (modulation and coding scheme) based on the predicted characteristics of the communication channel.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Frame coding and optical network unit (ONU) synchronization in passive optical networks (PONs)
Patent No. 12149346

Inventor(s): Frank Effenberger (Frisco, TX)
Assignee(s): Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Shenzhen, , CN)
Law Firm: Conley Rose, P.C. (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17944902 on 09/14/2022 (797 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method is implemented by an ONU in a 50G-PON. The method comprises receiving an encoded DS PHY frame from an OLT, the encoded DS PHY frame comprises an FEC codeword, the FEC codeword comprises an SFC field and a payload, and the SFC field and the payload are encoded with a same FEC; decoding the FEC codeword using the FEC to obtain a decoded SFC field and the payload; performing a first verification of the decoded SFC field while in a sync state of a synchronization state machine; and staying in the sync state when the first verification is successful or exiting the sync state when the first verification is unsuccessful.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Switch monitoring system and method of use
Patent No. 12149403

Inventor(s): Stephen Louis Schwartz (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Razberi Secure Technologies, LLC (Las Vegas, NV)
Law Firm: Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders LLP (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18244605 on 09/11/2023 (435 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system is disclosed that monitors endpoints such as video cameras and audio devices for malfunction through a novel TDMA device allocation format. The system isolates and analyzes a set of groups of video streams in a rotating and recurring fashion and generates alerts and remedial commands based on the analysis. The system also provides endpoint management functions such as password analysis and firewall functions.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Benchmarking and prediction of cloud system performance
Patent No. 12149419

Inventor(s): Lauren Quigley (Red Oak, TX)
Assignee(s): INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION (Armonk, NY)
Law Firm: CANTOR COLBURN LLP (7 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18340058 on 06/23/2023 (515 days app to issue)

Abstract: Computer-implemented methods selecting a cloud computing system for deployment of a workload are provided. Aspects include obtaining an input function that characterizes the workload and obtaining a plurality of performance models, wherein each of the plurality of performance models corresponds to one of a plurality of cloud computing systems including the cloud computing system. Aspects also include applying the input function into each of the plurality of performance models, calculating one or more of a gain, a phase shift, and a stability margin for each of the plurality of performance models, and selecting the cloud computing system from the plurality of cloud computing systems based at least in part on the one or more of the gain, the phase shift, and the stability margin.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Alias configuration management
Patent No. 12149500

Inventor(s): Patrick Clay (Frisco, TX)
Assignee(s): YOKOGAWA ELECTRIC CORPORATION (Tokyo, , JP)
Law Firm: Gray Ice Higdon (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18092077 on 12/30/2022 (690 days app to issue)

Abstract: Implementations are described herein for reconciling alias configuration files. In various implementations, networking information may be retrieved from an alias server. The networking information may correspond to registered aliases of a plurality of data sources made accessible by a plurality of distributed control nodes (DCNs) of a process automation facility. The plurality of DCNs may be interrogated based on the networking information corresponding to the registered aliases. Based on responses to the interrogating, an updated alias configuration file may be generated and compared with a previously utilized alias configuration file.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Management of identifications of an endpoint having a memory device secured for reliable identity validation
Patent No. 12149517

Inventor(s): Jeffrey Charles Shiner (Richardson, TX)
Assignee(s): Micron Technology, Inc. (Boise, ID)
Law Firm: Greenberg Traurig (27 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17485237 on 09/24/2021 (1152 days app to issue)

Abstract: A server system stores data associating a secret of the memory device configured in an endpoint, a first identification, and device information of the endpoint. After receiving a request to bind a second identification to the endpoint, the server system can tie identity data of the endpoint to the second identification. For example, after receiving a validation request containing identity data generated by the memory device, the server system can verify a verification code in the identity data based at least in part on the secret of the memory device. The verification code is generated from a message presented in the identity data and a cryptographic key derived at least in part from the secret. Based on validating the identity data, the server system can provide a validation response to indicate that the identity data is generated by the endpoint having the second identification.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Load balancing network for dynamically adapting and communicating data
Patent No. 12149524

Inventor(s): Kevin Fish (Carrollton, TX), Samir Ray (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): Wingstop Restaurants Inc. (Addison, TX)
Law Firm: Baker McKenzie LLP (Local + 5 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18631768 on 04/10/2024 (223 days app to issue)

Abstract: The disclosed method includes: receiving first and second user requests; executing, using a traffic security system, a first security operation associated with a network; executing, using the traffic security system, a second security operation associated with the network; determining, using an API authorizer, whether the first user request associated with the first user originates from a first approved application; and determining, using the API authorizer, whether the second user request associated with the second user originates from the first approved application or a second approved application. In response to the API authorizer determining the first user request and the second user request originate from the approved applications, the method includes: directing, an API entry point, to activate APIs for responding to the first and second user requests; and coordinating or distributing, using a network load balancer, execution of the first and second user requests.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

System and method for third party monitoring of voice and video calls
Patent No. 12149569

Inventor(s): Stephen Lee Hodge (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Global Tel*Link Corporation (Reston, VA)
Law Firm: Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein Fox P.L.L.C. (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17653584 on 03/04/2022 (991 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system is described herein that facilitates the monitoring of inmate communications. The system provides a remotely-accessible means for a reviewer to monitor a call between an inmate and another person. The system includes a monitoring server and a monitoring station. The monitoring server is configured to receive a call and call information from a communication center and process the call for monitoring, schedule a review of the call; and store the call, the call information, and scheduling data. The monitoring station is configured to receive the call and the call information from the monitoring server based on the scheduling data, and to display the identifying information and facilitate the review of the call.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

System and method for pre-authenticating user devices within a metaverse
Patent No. 12149624

Inventor(s): Manu J. Kurian (Dallas, TX)
Assignee(s): Bank of America Corporation (Charlotte, NC)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17929353 on 09/02/2022 (809 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system for pre-authenticating a user device to navigate through virtual operation areas comprises a processor associated with a server. The processor accesses a virtual environment and receives an interaction request from the user device for an interaction session. The processor determines a set of virtual operation areas in a virtual environment based on the interaction request. The processor generates a corresponding meta-profile associated with a user profile by mapping each pre-authentication token associated with the user device from a corresponding physical location to a corresponding virtual operation area. The processor generates an avatar associated with the user device and associates the avatar to the meta-profile and a set of pre-authentication tokens for the avatar to access the virtual operation areas. The processor identifies a first pre-authentication token associated with the user device and a first level virtual operation area and dynamically grants a first level authentication to the avatar.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

Binding web components to protect accessing of resources
Patent No. 12149625

Inventor(s): Gayathri Sundar (Irving, TX)
Assignee(s): CITIGROUP TECHNOLOGY, INC. (New York, NY)
Law Firm: Foley Lardner LLP (Local + 13 other metros)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18236188 on 08/21/2023 (456 days app to issue)

Abstract: Presented herein are systems and methods for binding web components to protect accessing of resources. A first server may receive, from a second server, a request to provide access to content for a first web component on a web application of a customer device. The first server may determine whether to issue an identifier to the customer device responsive to validating the request. The first server may generate, responsive to the determination, the identifier to bind the first web component with a second web component to permit access to the content for the first web component on the web application. The first server may transmit, to the second server, a response including the identifier and the content. The first server may communicate, via the second server, data associated with a user interaction with the content on the first web component bound with the second web component using the identifier.

[H04L] TRANSMISSION OF DIGITAL INFORMATION, e.g. TELEGRAPHIC COMMUNICATION (arrangements common to telegraphic and telephonic communication H04M) [4]

MPEG media transport (MMT) signaling of visual volumetric video-based coding (V3C) content
Patent No. 12149738

Inventor(s): Youngkwon Lim (Allen, TX)
Assignee(s): Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Suwon-si, , KR)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17715810 on 04/07/2022 (957 days app to issue)

Abstract: A point cloud encoding device includes a point cloud encoding device includes a communication interface and a processor operably coupled to the communication interface. The communication interface is configured to receive a plurality of independent bitstreams. The communication interface is also configured to receive a grouping message indicating a group of assets from the plurality of independent bitstreams containing visual volumetric coding (V3C) content. The processor is configured to select the group of assets based on the grouping message. The processor is configured to decode at least the selected group of assets.

[H04N] PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION [4]

Systems and methods for reducing blocking artifacts
Patent No. 12149749

Inventor(s): Mangesh Devidas Sadafale (Nagpur, , IN)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18071863 on 11/30/2022 (720 days app to issue)

Abstract: Several systems, methods and integrated circuits capable of reducing blocking artifacts in video data are disclosed. In an embodiment, a system for reducing blocking artifacts in video data includes a processing module and a deblocking module. The deblocking module comprises a luma deblocking filter and a chroma deblocking filter configured to filter an edge between adjacent blocks associated with the video data, where a block of the adjacent blocks corresponds to one of a prediction block and a transform block. The processing module is communicatively associated with the deblocking module and is operable to configure at least one filter coefficient corresponding to the chroma deblocking filter based on one or more filter coefficients corresponding to the luma deblocking filter. The processing module is further configured to cause the chroma deblocking filter to filter the edge between the adjacent blocks based on the configured at least one filter coefficient.

[H04N] PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION [4]

Streamlined facial authentication event entry system and method
Patent No. 12149869

Inventor(s): Todd Martin (Aubrey, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18389934 on 12/20/2023 (335 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system and method for image recognition registration of a person into an event. The person is registered in the event using image recognition technology. A digital image of the person taken by a camera is compared with a stored profile image of the person to identify the person and enter them into the event without the need for the person to pre-register for the particular event. Enhanced recognition techniques incorporating pattern recognition may be used to increase identity accuracy.

[H04N] PICTORIAL COMMUNICATION, e.g. TELEVISION [4]

Systems and methods for hierarchical orchestration of edge computing devices
Patent No. 12149964

Inventor(s): Anil Kumar Pabbisetty (Irving, TX), Prashant Kumar Rajpal (Westlake, TX), Sivanaga Ravi Kumar Chunduru Venkata (Irving, TX), Sukesh Radhakrishna (McKinney, TX)
Assignee(s): Verizon Patent and Licensing Inc. (Basking Ridge, NJ)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18470915 on 09/20/2023 (426 days app to issue)

Abstract: A system described herein may monitor a set of local Key Performance Indicators (‘’KPIs’’) associated with an edge computing device. The local KPIs may not be provided to a central orchestrator that is communicatively coupled to multiple edge computing devices. The system may monitor application KPIs associated applications implemented by the edge computing device, which may be provided to the central orchestrator. The orchestration models may include conditions associated with the set of local KPIs, and orchestration actions to perform with respect to the particular edge computing based on the conditions. The system may perform orchestration actions on the particular edge computing device based on the monitored local KPIs and application KPIs. The central orchestrator may identify that the application KPIs are below a threshold and perform a second set of orchestration actions with respect to the edge computing device, or one or more other edge computing devices.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Method and apparatus for multiplexing higher-resolution channel state information (CSI)
Patent No. 12149977

Inventor(s): Eko Onggosanusi (Coppell, TX), Li Guo (Allen, TX), Md. Saifur Rahman (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Suwon-si, , KR)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18063058 on 12/07/2022 (713 days app to issue)

Abstract: A user equipment (UE) for channel state information (CSI) comprises receiving configuration information for K CSI reports, wherein the configuration information includes resource allocation information for an uplink control information (UCI) transmission that includes UCI comprising N UCI parts, calculating the K CSI reports and partitioning the K CSI reports into N parts, determining an available number of information bits (B[b]1[/b]) for the UCI transmission according to the resource allocation information, determining a required number of information bits (B[b]2[/b]) for the UCI transmission according to the calculated K CSI reports, determining whether the B[b]2[/b] exceeds the B[b]1[/b]; and transmitting, to the BS over one slot of an uplink channel, a first part of the N UCI parts including a first of the N parts of the K CSI reports when the B[b]2[/b] exceeds the B[b]1[/b], wherein K and N are positive integers.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Media echoing and social networking device and method
Patent No. 12150019

Inventor(s): Jeffrey David (Irvine, CA), Michael Stanley (Prosper, TX)
Assignee(s): Ascension Intellectual Properties LLC (Prosper, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 18205038 on 06/02/2023 (536 days app to issue)

Abstract: A method and apparatus for echoing media via a mobile device are disclosed herein. According to an embodiment, the method can include displaying automatically to a user, on the mobile device, a list of one or more respective identifiers of one or more other users experiencing respective media within a selectable geographic area. The user is then allowed to select whether to play one or more of the respective media on the mobile device, and can connect with the one or more other users via a social networking site. As a result, the user can network with previously unknown people, based on a common taste in music or other media, for example, as well as a geographic location.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Scheduler for power-efficient time slotted protocol
Patent No. 12150136

Inventor(s): Ariton E. Xhafa (Plano, TX), Arvind K. Raghu (Plano, TX), Ramanuja Vedantham (Allen, TX), Xiaolin Lu (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17402688 on 08/16/2021 (1191 days app to issue)

Abstract: A network includes a parent node and at least one child node configured to communicate with the parent node via a wireless network protocol. The parent node includes a broadcast coordinator to transmit a broadcast message from the parent node to the child node at predetermined time intervals according to the wireless network protocol. A scheduler generates a scheduling packet that is communicated in the broadcast message. The scheduling packet includes a data field to instruct each child node to activate and receive data communicated from the parent node in a prescribed time slot following the broadcast message that is defined by the scheduling packet.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Radio PDCCH to facilitate numerology operations
Patent No. 12150146

Inventor(s): Salman Khan (Richardson, TX)
Assignee(s): InterDigital Patent Holdings, Inc. (Wilmington, DE)
Law Firm: Flaster Greenberg P.C. (2 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18193833 on 03/31/2023 (599 days app to issue)

Abstract: New radio download numerology allocation information may be obtained through master information block data, system information block data, radio resource control signals, or signals or a physical downlink numerology indication channel, and used along with a reference signal detected in a search space to obtain resource element positions in an antenna port reference signal in a resource block that belongs to a particular band slice according to a reference signal allocation scheme for a band slice numerology. A physical download control may then be decoded based upon one or more resource elements of the reference signal, allowing the connection of, e.g., an enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine type communication, or ultra-reliable/low-latency application to a communications network thereby. Alternatively, multiple physical downlink control channels may be blindly demodulated at each of a number calculated reference signal locations, and one channel selected based on passing a cyclic redundancy check.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Control channel for UE power saving
Patent No. 12150147

Inventor(s): Yang Li (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Apple Inc. (Cupertino, CA)
Law Firm: Kowert, Hood, Munyon, Rankin Goetzel, P.C. (1 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 18450953 on 08/16/2023 (461 days app to issue)

Abstract: A downlink control information (DCI), such as a blanking DCI (bDCI) message may be transmitted by a base station (e.g., eNB) and received by a mobile device (e.g., UE). The bDCI may indicate that the eNB will not transmit a subsequent DCI to the UE for a duration of time. The UE may be in continuous reception mode or connected discontinuous reception (C-DRX) mode. The UE may therefore determine to enter a sleep state or take other action. The bDCI may specify an explicit blanking duration, or an index indicating a blanking duration from a lookup table, and/or the blanking duration (and/or a blanking duration offset value) may be determined in advance, e.g., semi-statically. When the UE is in C-DRX mode, the UE may be configured such that either the sleep/wake period of the C-DRX mode or the blanking period of the bDCI may take precedence over the other.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Method and apparatus of control signaling in unlicensed spectrum
Patent No. 12150168

Inventor(s): Hongbo Si (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Suwon-si, , KR)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17660820 on 04/26/2022 (938 days app to issue)

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for control signaling for an unlicensed spectrum band. A method of a user equipment (UE) in a wireless communication system includes receiving, from a base station (BS), a downlink control information (DCI) format and determining a type of channel access procedure based on a field in the DCI format. The type of channel access procedure is one of: a first type of channel access procedure that includes a random time duration for sensing; a second type of channel access procedure that includes a positive and deterministic time duration for sensing; or a third type of channel access procedure that does not include a time duration for sensing. The method further includes performing a channel access procedure based on the determined type of channel access procedure and transmitting an uplink transmission on a channel with shared spectrum channel access after performing the channel access procedure.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

Wireless communication network authorization of home user equipment and visiting user equipment
Patent No. 12150206

Inventor(s): Serge M. Manning (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): T-MOBILE INNOVATIONS LLC (Overland Park, KS)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17569974 on 01/06/2022 (1048 days app to issue)

Abstract: A home network serves a wireless service to visiting User Equipment (UEs) affiliated with visited networks and authorizes the wireless service for home UEs that are visiting the visited networks. A gateway transfers home context to a distributed ledger and receives visited context from the distributed ledger. The gateway transfers the visited context to a controller. The controller exchanges authorization data with the visited networks based on the visited context and the home context. The controller authorizes the wireless data service for the home UEs and the visiting UEs responsive to the exchange of the authorization data. The controller transfers session signaling to wireless access nodes responsive to the authorization of the wireless data service for the visiting UEs. The controller transfers authorization signaling to the visited networks responsive to the authorization of the wireless service for the home UEs.

[H04W] WIRELESS COMMUNICATION NETWORKS [2009.01]

eFUSE programming feedback circuits and methods
Patent No. 12150298

Inventor(s): Akram A. Salman (Plano, TX), Anand Seshadri (Richardson, TX), Kemal Tamer San (Plano, TX), Michael Ball (Richardson, TX), Sunil Kumar Dusa (Plano, TX)
Assignee(s): Texas Instruments Incorporated (Dallas, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 17515147 on 10/29/2021 (1117 days app to issue)

Abstract: An integrated circuit (IC), comprising a fuse structure (eFuse) formed in a resistive layer over a semiconductor substrate, the eFuse subject to a change in resistance through the controlled application of a programming current from a programming voltage source connected to a first terminal of the eFuse; a blow transistor formed on or over the substrate and having a control terminal configured to cause the programming current to flow through the eFuse in response to a programming signal; an intermediate transistor formed on or over the substrate and electrically coupled in series between a second terminal of the eFuse and the blow transistor; and, control circuitry formed on or over the substrate and electrically coupled to a node between the second terminal of the eFuse and the intermediate transistor, the control circuitry configured to reduce the flow of programming current through the eFuse in the event that a voltage detected at the node reaches a threshold level.

Three-dimensional memory device including contact via structures for multi-level stepped surfaces and methods for forming the same
Patent No. 12150300

Inventor(s): Haruki Suwa (Yokkaichi, , JP), Yusuke Tanaka (Yokkaichi, , JP)
Assignee(s): SANDISK TECHNOLOGIES LLC (Addison, TX)
Law Firm: THE MARBURY LAW GROUP PLLC (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17806390 on 06/10/2022 (893 days app to issue)

Abstract: A three-dimensional memory device includes an alternating stack of insulating layers and electrically conductive layers containing a terrace region having a plurality of steps, memory stack structures extending through the alternating stack, a retro-stepped dielectric material portion overlying the terrace region, first laterally isolated contact structures including a respective first contact via structure and a respective first dielectric spacer, and second laterally isolated contact structures including a respective second contact via structure and a respective second dielectric spacer. The respective first contact via structure contacts a top surface of a respective first electrically conductive layer in the respective step of the plurality of steps. The respective second contact via structure extends through the respective first electrically conductive layer in the respective step and contacts a top surface of a respective second electrically conductive layer which underlies the first electrically conductive layer in the respective step.

Memory device including mixed oxide charge trapping materials and methods for forming the same
Patent No. 12150302

Inventor(s): Peng Zhang (San Jose, CA), Raghuveer S. Makala (Campbell, CA), Ramy Nashed Bassely Said (San Jose, CA), Senaka Kanakamedala (San Jose, CA), Yanli Zhang (San Jose, CA)
Assignee(s): SANDISK TECHNOLOGIES LLC (Addison, TX)
Law Firm: THE MARBURY LAW GROUP PLLC (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 17679335 on 02/24/2022 (999 days app to issue)

Abstract: A memory device includes an alternating stack of insulating layers and electrically conductive layers located over a substrate, a memory opening fill structure including a vertical semiconductor channel and a memory film. The memory film includes a tunneling dielectric layer in contact with the vertical semiconductor channel, a first vertical stack of first dielectric oxide material portions located at levels of the insulating layers and including a dielectric oxide material of a first element, and a second vertical stack of second dielectric oxide material portions located at levels of the electrically conductive layers and including a mixed dielectric oxide material that is a dielectric oxide material of the first element and a second element.

DESIGN PATENTS

Loader machine frame
Patent No. D1051767

Inventor(s): Toshihiko Takemura (Grapevine, TX)
Assignee(s): Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc. (Salina, KS)
Law Firm: Hovey Williams LLP (3 non-local offices)
Application No., Date, Speed: 29909718 on 08/09/2023 (468 days app to issue)

Abstract: No Abstract Patent Class: N/A

Display screen or portion thereof with graphical user interface
Patent No. D1051919

Inventor(s): Varun K Yellichetty (Irving, TX)
Assignee(s): Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, IL)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 29866499 on 09/15/2022 (796 days app to issue)

Abstract: No Abstract Patent Class: N/A

Display screen or portion thereof with graphical user interface
Patent No. D1051943

Inventor(s): Varun K. Yellichetty (Irving, TX)
Assignee(s): Caterpillar Inc. (Peoria, IL)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 29866500 on 09/15/2022 (796 days app to issue)

Abstract: No Abstract Patent Class: N/A

Model vehicle window assembly
Patent No. D1052008

Inventor(s): Adam Cole Ewing (McKinney, TX), Caleb Hix (McKinney, TX), Jaime Felix Barajas (Dallas, TX), Kent Poteet (Lucas, TX), Otto Karl Allmendinger (Rowlett, TX), Ross Martin (Roanoke, TX), Trent Collins (McKinney, TX)
Assignee(s): TRAXXAS, L.P. (McKinney, TX)
Law Firm: No Counsel
Application No., Date, Speed: 29852416 on 09/07/2022 (804 days app to issue)

Abstract: No Abstract Patent Class: N/A

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Patent No. D1052172

Inventor(s): Desiree L Robinson (Fort Worth, TX)
Assignee(s): UNASSIGNED
Law Firm: Leavitt Eldredge Law Firm (no location found)
Application No., Date, Speed: 29819086 on 12/13/2021 (1072 days app to issue)

Abstract: No Abstract Patent Class: N/A

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