公开(公告)号：US06289065B1

公开(公告)日：2001-09-11

申请号：US08783782

申请日：1997-01-15

Applicant: Nancy Holt ,  Stephen M. Johnson

Inventor： Nancy Holt ,  Stephen M. Johnson

IPC: H04L700

CPC classification number: G06F5/06

Abstract: The invention relates to data transfers between devices having asynchronous clocks. A FIFO having multiple levels holds the data while en route from a sender to a receiver. The invention monitors the FIFO. When all levels become full, the invention issues a FIFO_FULL signal. When all levels become empty, the invention issues a FIFO_EMPTY signal. In these signals, there are four events whose timing is important. (1) The ACTUATION of the FIFO_FULL is immediate; (2) the ACTUATION of the FIFO_EMPTY signal is immediate; (3) the DE-ACTUATION of the FIFO_FULL signal is synchronous with the clock of the computer reading the FIFO; (4) the DE-ACTUATION of the FIFO_EMPTY signal is synchronous with the clock of the computer writing to the FIFO. The invention allows throughput through the FIFO to proceed at a very high speed, even though the sender and receiver are asynchronous.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及具有异步时钟的设备之间的数据传输。 具有多个级别的FIFO在从发送者到接收者的路由中保持数据。 本发明监控FIFO。 当所有级别变满时，本发明发出FIFO_FULL信号。 当所有级别变为空时，本发明发出FIFO_EMPTY信号。 在这些信号中，有四个事件的时机重要。 （1）FIFO_FULL的执行是立即执行的; （2）FIFO_EMPTY信号的执行是立即的; （3）FIFO_FULL信号的去激活与读取FIFO的计算机的时钟同步; （4）FIFO_EMPTY信号的执行与计算机写入FIFO的时钟同步。 本发明允许通过FIFO的吞吐量以非常高的速度进行，即使发送器和接收器是异步的。

公开(公告)号：US06980972B1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-27

申请号：US09636037

申请日：2000-08-09

Applicant: Nizar Allibhoy ,  L. Dane Elliott ,  Joaquin Fernandez-Silva ,  Stephen M. Johnson

Inventor： Nizar Allibhoy ,  L. Dane Elliott ,  Joaquin Fernandez-Silva ,  Stephen M. Johnson

IPC: G06F21/00 ,  H04L9/00 ,  H04N7/24

CPC classification number: G06F21/10 ,  H04N21/235 ,  H04N21/2542 ,  H04N21/435 ,  H04N21/47815

Abstract: An improved interactive network system is provided that allows the Network Operator to control the transfer of information to and from the network end users, the system preferably using triggers or markers embedded within the programming broadcast to users via the network. As a consequence of this system, the Network Operator is able to efficiently garner revenues from third parties transacting business over the network and to control the look and feel of programming offered to network users. Additionally the system can be used as a means of limiting network access, filtering programming, providing on-screen graphics or audible signals for particular programming types or providers, bookmarking programming, profiling network users, targeting advertising, and simplifying network transactions.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种改进的交互式网络系统，其允许网络运营商控制向网络终端用户传送信息和从网络终端用户传送信息，系统优选地使用经由网络向嵌入在节目播放中的触发器或标记嵌入用户。 作为该系统的结果，网络运营商能够有效地获得来自第三方通过网络交易业务的收入，并控制向网络用户提供的节目的外观和感觉。 此外，该系统可用作限制网络访问，过滤程序设计，为特定编程类型或提供者提供屏幕图形或声音信号，书签编程，分析网络用户，定位广告和简化网络事务的手段。

公开(公告)号：USD480314S1

公开(公告)日：2003-10-07

申请号：US29154952

申请日：2002-01-31

Applicant: Stephen M. Johnson ,  Joseph J. Bruchman

Designer： Stephen M. Johnson ,  Joseph J. Bruchman

公开(公告)号：USD480313S1

公开(公告)日：2003-10-07

申请号：US29154950

申请日：2002-01-31

Applicant: Stephen M. Johnson ,  Joseph J. Bruchman

Designer： Stephen M. Johnson ,  Joseph J. Bruchman

公开(公告)号：US06049333A

公开(公告)日：2000-04-11

申请号：US707326

申请日：1996-09-03

Applicant: Michael L. LaJoie ,  Joseph B. Edmonds ,  Nizar Allibhoy ,  Stephen M. Johnson ,  Anjan K. Ray ,  Theodore F. Shaker, Jr.

Inventor： Michael L. LaJoie ,  Joseph B. Edmonds ,  Nizar Allibhoy ,  Stephen M. Johnson ,  Anjan K. Ray ,  Theodore F. Shaker, Jr.

IPC: H04N5/445 ,  H04N5/45 ,  H04N7/088 ,  H04N21/422 ,  H04N21/431 ,  H04N21/47 ,  H04N21/84 ,  H04N7/10

CPC classification number: H04N5/44543 ,  H04N21/2187 ,  H04N21/23109 ,  H04N21/2665 ,  H04N21/42676 ,  H04N21/4312 ,  H04N21/4586 ,  H04N21/488 ,  H04N21/6581 ,  H04N21/8126 ,  H04N7/088 ,  H04N21/4117 ,  H04N21/4221 ,  H04N21/47202 ,  H04N5/45

Abstract: A system and method are provided for presenting on a television, a combined display of information contained in an event database and television program video content. A set-top terminal receives as input, television program video content signals and information comprising an event database. The set-top terminal converts the information from the event database into a graphical format for display on a television with the television program video content. Updates to the event database are processed and displayed substantially in real-time. The event database may include information for televised events. The set-top terminal automatically tunes, at the viewer's request, to the event for which information is being displayed. Improved processes for combining television program video content and locally generated graphical images are also provided.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种系统和方法，用于在电视上呈现，包含在事件数据库中的信息和电视节目视频内容的组合显示。 机顶终端接收作为输入的电视节目视频内容信号和包括事件数据库的信息。 机顶终端将来自事件数据库的信息转换成图形格式，以便在具有电视节目视频内容的电视上显示。 事件数据库的更新将被大量实时处理和显示。 事件数据库可以包括用于电视转播事件的信息。 根据观众的要求，机顶盒会自动调整显示信息的事件。 还提供了用于组合电视节目视频内容和本地生成的图形图像的改进的过程。

公开(公告)号：US5777987A

公开(公告)日：1998-07-07

申请号：US580947

申请日：1995-12-29

Applicant: John M. Adams ,  Timothy E. Hoglund ,  Stephen M. Johnson ,  Mark A. Reber ,  David M. Weber

Inventor： John M. Adams ,  Timothy E. Hoglund ,  Stephen M. Johnson ,  Mark A. Reber ,  David M. Weber

IPC: H04L29/02 ,  H04L12/56 ,  H04J3/00

CPC classification number: H04L47/30 ,  H04L47/10 ,  H04L47/26

Abstract: A method and associated apparatus for using a primary FIFO and one or more secondary FIFOs in parallel to simplify flow control and routing in packet communication operations wherein at least one FIFO (buffer) is associated with each of a plurality of receiving nodes or components within a receiving node. The present invention applies received packets simultaneously to a primary FIFO and to all associated secondary FIFOs in the receiver of a packet communications link. After receipt of a packet, the packet is removed from any secondary FIFOs which correspond to receiver nodes or components to which the packet was not routed. For all receiving nodes or components to which the packet was routed, if the packet was stored in each associated secondary FIFO without overflow, then the packet is also purged from the primary FIFO. If any secondary FIFO overflowed by storage of the received packet, then the packet is purged from the overflowed FIFO and the packet remains stored in the primary FIFO for further processing. Flow control signals are generated and applied to the transmitting source as required in accordance with the status of the primary FIFO. The secondary FIFOs are not directly relevant to flow control logic. The receiving component corresponding to each secondary FIFO locates the next packet for processing by inspecting the associated secondary FIFO as well as the primary FIFO if the secondary FIFO overflowed. These methods and apparatus simplify flow control and routing control in packetized communication receivers.

Abstract translation: 一种用于并行地使用主FIFO和一个或多个辅助FIFO以简化在分组通信操作中的流控制和路由的方法和相关联的装置，其中至少一个FIFO（缓冲器）与多个接收节点中的每一个相关联， 接收节点。 本发明将接收到的分组同时应用于主FIFO和分组通信链路的接收机中的所有相关联的辅助FIFO。 在接收到分组之后，从与分组未被路由到的接收机节点或组件对应的任何辅助FIFO中移除分组。 对于分组路由到的所有接收节点或组件，如果分组存储在每个相关联的辅助FIFO中，而不会溢出，则该分组也从主FIFO中清除。 如果任何辅助FIFO通过存储接收的分组溢出，则从溢出的FIFO中清除分组，并且分组保持存储在主FIFO中用于进一步处理。 根据主FIFO的状态，根据需要生成流量控制信号并将其应用于发送源。 二级FIFO与流量控制逻辑不直接相关。 对应于每个辅助FIFO的接收组件通过检查相关联的辅助FIFO以及主FIFO溢出时定位下一个数据包进行处理。 这些方法和装置简化了分组通信接收机中的流量控制和路由控制。

公开(公告)号：US5189723A

公开(公告)日：1993-02-23

申请号：US816558

申请日：1992-01-06

Applicant: Stephen M. Johnson ,  Calvin Huggar, Sr. ,  Roy L. Henneberger

Inventor： Stephen M. Johnson ,  Calvin Huggar, Sr. ,  Roy L. Henneberger

IPC: G02B6/44

CPC classification number: G02B6/4454 ,  G02B6/4451 ,  G02B6/4452

Abstract: A below ground fiber cable management system includes a base member having corrosion-resistant walls defining a base member interior. A termination box is provided sized to be received within the interior. A box actuator moves the termination box from said interior to permit access to said box and access to the base member interior.

Abstract translation: 地下光缆管理系统包括具有限定基部构件内部的耐腐蚀壁的基座构件。 提供的尺寸设计成可在内部接收的终端盒。 箱式执行器将终端盒从所述内部移动，以允许进入所述箱体并进入底座部件内部。

公开(公告)号：US07504069B2

公开(公告)日：2009-03-17

申请号：US10872647

申请日：2004-06-21

Applicant: Justin C. Williams ,  David J. Beebe ,  Stephen M. Johnson

Inventor： Justin C. Williams ,  David J. Beebe ,  Stephen M. Johnson

IPC: G01N27/403

CPC classification number: C12M41/46 ,  C12M35/08

Abstract: A micro device and method are provided for examining and testing a slice of a biological object, such as brain tissue. The micro device includes a body defining a chamber and a channel in communication with the chamber. A stimulation fluid flows axially along a flow path in the channel and engages a user selectable region of the slice. An array of electrodes in the chamber engages the slice and allows for the multi-channel electrical recording and stimulation of the slice at each of the electrode sites.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于检查和测试诸如脑组织的生物体的切片的微装置和方法。 微型装置包括限定腔室的主体和与腔室连通的通道。 刺激流体沿着通道中的流动路径轴向流动并且接合切片的用户可选择区域。 腔室中的电极阵列接合切片并且允许在每个电极位置处的多通道电记录和切片的刺激。

公开(公告)号：US07386512B1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-10

申请号：US09635735

申请日：2000-08-09

Applicant: Nizar Allibhoy ,  L. Dane Elliott ,  Joaquin Fernandez-Silva ,  Stephen M. Johnson

Inventor： Nizar Allibhoy ,  L. Dane Elliott ,  Joaquin Fernandez-Silva ,  Stephen M. Johnson

IPC: G06Q99/00

CPC classification number: H04L67/306 ,  G06Q20/027 ,  G06Q20/0855 ,  G06Q20/3674 ,  G06Q20/382 ,  G06Q20/3821 ,  G06Q20/401 ,  G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0251 ,  G06Q30/08 ,  G06Q40/00 ,  H04L69/329 ,  H04N21/4722 ,  H04N21/8106 ,  H04N21/8586

Abstract: An improved interactive network system is provided that allows the Network Operator to control the transfer of information to and from the network end users, the system preferably using triggers or markers embedded within the programming broadcast to users via the network. As a consequence of this system, the Network Operator is able to efficiently garner revenues from third parties transacting business over the network and to control the look and feel of programming offered to network users. Additionally the system can be used as a means of limiting network access, filtering programming, providing on-screen graphics or audible signals for particular programming types or providers, bookmarking programming, profiling network users, targeting advertising, and simplifying network transactions.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种改进的交互式网络系统，其允许网络运营商控制向网络终端用户传送信息和从网络终端用户传送信息，系统优选地使用经由网络向嵌入在节目播放中的触发器或标记嵌入用户。 作为该系统的结果，网络运营商能够有效地获得来自第三方通过网络交易业务的收入，并控制向网络用户提供的节目的外观和感觉。 此外，该系统可用作限制网络访问，过滤程序设计，为特定编程类型或提供者提供屏幕图形或声音信号，书签编程，分析网络用户，定位广告和简化网络事务的手段。

公开(公告)号：US20070286737A1

公开(公告)日：2007-12-13

申请号：US11550712

申请日：2006-10-18

Applicant: Stephen M. Johnson

Inventor： Stephen M. Johnson

IPC: F04B49/00

CPC classification number: F04D15/0088 ,  F04B51/00

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for more accurately monitoring and determining pump failure. The apparatus and system include at least a power circuit, a current sensing circuit, alarm circuit and a controller. The controller is connectable to and receives an input from the current sensing circuit. The controller is configured to calculate a baseline operating current, current thresholds and operating conditions affecting the operation of the pump. The alarm circuit is connectable to and receives outputs from the controller, and provides alarm indications corresponding to operating conditions determined by the controller.

Abstract translation: 一种用于更准确地监测和确定泵故障的装置，系统和方法。 该装置和系统至少包括电源电路，电流检测电路，报警电路和控制器。 控制器可连接到并接收来自电流检测电路的输入。 控制器被配置为计算影响泵的操作的基准工作电流，电流阈值和操作条件。 报警电路可连接并接收控制器的输出，并提供与由控制器确定的操作条件对应的报警指示。