| Patent Number |
Title Of Patent |
Date Issued |
| 7607042 |
Adjusting a processor operating parameter based on a performance criterion |
October 20, 2009 |
| Embodiments include a controller apparatus, a computerized apparatus, a device, an apparatus, and a method. A controller-apparatus includes a monitoring circuit for detecting a computational error corresponding to an execution of an instruction of a sequence of instructions by a proc |
| 7596073 |
Method and system for fluid mediated disk activation and deactivation |
September 29, 2009 |
| Embodiments of methods and systems for controlling access to information stored on memory or data storage devices are disclosed. In various embodiments, fluid-mediated modification of information or access to information is utilized. According to various embodiments, data storage dev |
| 7588105 |
Virtual-wheeled vehicle |
September 15, 2009 |
| A virtual wheel provides a leg pair as a conveyance mechanism for a land vehicle. The virtual wheel propels the vehicle across a surface using a repetitive motion of the legs that contact the ground as would a wheel, due to their geometry. Vehicle embodiments include at least two-, three |
| 7587613 |
Method and apparatus for selectively enabling a microprocessor-based system |
September 8, 2009 |
| A system for selectively enabling a microprocessor-based system is disclosed. State information that describes the operating conditions or circumstances under which a user intends to operate the system is obtained. In the preferred embodiment of the invention, a valid hash value is d |
| 7580909 |
Visual representation tool for structured arguments |
August 25, 2009 |
| Systems and methods are provided for editing and displaying a structured argument. An argument model comprises a plurality of parameters associated with a structured argument. A user interface graphically displays the plurality of parameters at a user accessible display and receives |
| 7568163 |
Method and apparatus for utilizing prescribed aspect(s) of feedback object select operation to i |
July 28, 2009 |
| A computer implemented method for gathering user feedback of one or more units of hypermedia content. Notice is made available to a user explaining a preestablished mapping between (1) at least one prescribed aspect of an operation of performing a predefined SELECT function to feedba |
| 7565596 |
Data recovery systems |
July 21, 2009 |
| Embodiments of methods and systems for controlling access to information stored on memory or data storage devices are disclosed. In various embodiments, methods of retrieving information from a data storage device previously deactivated by modification or degradation of at least a po |
| 7539852 |
Processor resource management |
May 26, 2009 |
| Embodiments include a device and a method. In an embodiment, a device provides a resource manager operable to select a resource management policy likely to provide a substantially optimum execution of an instruction group by comparing an execution of the instruction group pursuant to |
| 7519980 |
Fluid mediated disk activation and deactivation mechanisms |
April 14, 2009 |
| Embodiments of methods and systems for controlling access to information stored on memory or data storage devices are disclosed. In various embodiments, fluid-mediated modification of information or access to information is utilized. According to various embodiments, data storage dev |
| 7512959 |
Rotation responsive disk activation and deactivation mechanisms |
March 31, 2009 |
| Embodiments of methods and systems for controlling access to information stored on memory or data storage devices are disclosed. In various embodiments, fluid-mediated modification of information or access to information is utilized. According to various embodiments, data storage dev |
| 7505898 |
Method and system for masking speech |
March 17, 2009 |
| A simple and efficient method for producing an obfuscated speech signal which may be used to mask a stream of speech, is disclosed. A speech signal representing the speech stream to be masked is obtained. The speech signal is then temporally partitioned into segments, preferably corr |
| 7502770 |
Knowledge web |
March 10, 2009 |
| A system and method for organizing knowledge in such a way that humans can find knowledge, learn from it, and add to it as needed is disclosed. The exemplary system has four components: a knowledge base, a learning model and an associated tutor, a set of user tools, and a backend system. |
| 7493516 |
Hardware-error tolerant computing |
February 17, 2009 |
| Embodiments include a computing system, a device, and a method. A computing system includes a processor subsystem having an adjustable operating parameter. The computing system also includes an information store operable to save a sequence of instructions. The computing system furthe |
| 7464262 |
Method and apparatus for synchronizing audio and video in encrypted videoconferences |
December 9, 2008 |
| The invention provides a system that preserves the synchronization of the audio and video presented at a secure conferencing site without necessitating decryption, decompression, compression, and encryption of signals at the hub. The presently preferred embodiment of the invention pr |
| 7436388 |
Raised display apparatus |
October 14, 2008 |
| Systems and methods are provided for displaying raised images. A plate moves along at least one axis of motion. The movement of the plate is operative to adjust respective positions associated with a plurality of pins along the axis of motion. A clutch mechanism operates in conjunction |
| 7434059 |
Interactive, performance based authentication |
October 7, 2008 |
| A method and apparatus is provided for authenticating a candidate user of a microprocessor based system by using performance measures obtained through monitoring the behavior of the candidate user as he participates in an interactive procedure. The candidate user is authenticated if the |
| 7369471 |
Method and system for fluid mediated disk activation and deactivation |
May 6, 2008 |
| Embodiments of methods and systems for controlling access to information stored on memory or data storage devices are disclosed. In various embodiments, fluid-mediated modification of information or access to information is utilized. According to various embodiments, data storage dev |
| 7230639 |
Method and apparatus for selection of signals in a teleconference |
June 12, 2007 |
| A method and apparatus for providing appropriate output signals to output devices in a teleconference setting is disclosed. Input signals are obtained from input devices, and descriptive information describing the teleconference is received from several sensors. On a substantially co |
| 7202887 |
Method and apparatus maintaining eye contact in video delivery systems using view morphing |
April 10, 2007 |
| A view morphing algorithm is applied to synchronous collections of video images from at least two video imaging devices, and interpolating between the images, creates a composite image view of the local participant. This composite image approximates what might be seen from a point betwee |
| 7184952 |
Method and system for masking speech |
February 27, 2007 |
| A simple and efficient method for producing an obfuscated speech signal which may be used to mask a stream of speech, is disclosed. A speech signal representing the speech stream to be masked is obtained. The speech signal is then temporally partitioned into segments, preferably corr |
| 7143028 |
Method and system for masking speech |
November 28, 2006 |
| A simple and efficient method for producing an obfuscated speech signal which may be used to mask a stream of speech, is disclosed. A speech signal representing the speech stream to be masked is obtained. The speech signal is then temporally partitioned into segments, preferably corr |
| 7092002 |
Systems and method for enhancing teleconferencing collaboration |
August 15, 2006 |
| An advanced video teleconferencing (AVTC) system uniquely combines a number of features to promote a realistic "same room" experience for meeting participants. These features include an autodirector to select audio and video sources and to compose shots, a collaboration interface for |
| 7047418 |
Imaging method and device using biometric information for operator authentication |
May 16, 2006 |
| Essentially coincident with the capture of an image by the imaging device, biometric information indicating the identity of the operator of the device is obtained from at least one biometric sensor. The biometric information and captured image are then stored in a manner reliably ass |
| 6930702 |
Device for positioning and operating audio and video equipment |
August 16, 2005 |
| A mount for devices used in a teleconferencing site is disclosed. The mount positions and secures the devices in a substantially linear array along a wall of the teleconference site.The mount provides both power and communication connections to the each of the devices.The preferred embod |
| 6906742 |
Maintaining eye-contact in teleconferencing using structured light |
June 14, 2005 |
| The invention comprises a structured light projector, a video camera, and an image processor, for achieving perspective corrected images that enhance eye-contact during teleconferencing. A structured light projector is offset in one direction from the monitor center, and illuminates a |
| 6866317 |
Vehicle with variable interior volume |
March 15, 2005 |
| A vehicle providing a variable interior volume comprises a primary outer structure and an expansion module (17) pivotably connected to the primary structure. A hinged coupling (26) facilitates pivoting movement of the expansion module between a retracted configuration, in which the expan |
| 6831973 |
Method and apparatus for executive phone call initiation |
December 14, 2004 |
| A method and supporting apparatus for an executive phone patch is disclosed. An administrative assistant uses a first phone line to communicate with a first party, places first party on-hold, and establishes a connection with a second party. Once the second party is on the line, the |
| 6819548 |
Modular stand for laptop computer |
November 16, 2004 |
| The invention provides a laptop stand that elevates the laptop display such that the display is at a user's eye-level, while at the same time minimizing the amount of desktop space occupied by the laptop computer. The invention provides a stand that holds the laptop computer in an un |
| 6818904 |
Ultraviolet radiation exposure sensor |
November 16, 2004 |
| An ultraviolet radiation sensor that indicates a predetermined cumulative exposure to ultraviolet radiation is disclosed. The presently preferred sensor comprises a membrane, a base, an ultraviolet degradable adhesive, and an indicating mechanism. The ultraviolet degradable adhesive adhe |
| 6812956 |
Method and apparatus for selection of signals in a teleconference |
November 2, 2004 |
| A method and apparatus for providing appropriate output signals to output devices in a teleconference setting is disclosed. Input signals are obtained from input devices, and descriptive information describing the teleconference is received from several sensors. On a substantially co |
| 6809818 |
Satellite and retroreflector atmospheric spectroscopy system |
October 26, 2004 |
| A method and apparatus for obtaining atmospheric spectroscopy measurements from an observation platform using retroreflectors is disclosed. The observation platform is located above the surface of a planetary body, and at least one retroreflector is located on the surface of the planetar |
| 6725161 |
Method for locating and identifying underground structures with horizontal borehole to surface t |
April 20, 2004 |
| Systems and methods for locating and identifying structures beneath a surface of the earth by processing and transforming a signal transmitted from a horizontal borehole at a specific depth from a surface of the earth into a representation of underground structures. |
| 6724417 |
Method and apparatus maintaining eye contact in video delivery systems using view morphing |
April 20, 2004 |
| A view morphing algorithm is applied to synchronous collections of video images from at least two video imaging devices, and interpolating between the images, creates a composite image view of the local participant. This composite image approximates what might be seen from a point betwee |
| 6714234 |
Maintaining eye-contact in teleconferencing using structured light |
March 30, 2004 |
| The invention comprises a structured light projector, a video camera, and an image processor, for achieving perspective corrected images that enhance eye-contact during teleconferencing. A structured light projector is offset in one direction from the monitor center, and illuminates a |
| 6507357 |
Method and apparatus for maintaining eye contact in teleconferencing using reflected images |
January 14, 2003 |
| The image of a local user is captured from a beam splitter disposed in front of a video display. By canting the beam-splitter away from the surface of the video display, the bore-sight of the video camera is made to coincide with the line of sight from the local user to the center of |
