公开(公告)号：US20070100776A1

公开(公告)日：2007-05-03

申请号：US11336584

申请日：2006-01-20

Applicant: Pritam Shah ,  Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel

Inventor： Pritam Shah ,  Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel

IPC: G06F17/00

CPC classification number: H04L12/14 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  H04L12/145 ,  H04L12/1485

Abstract: A technique performs route optimization of services provided by one or more service providers (SPs) for communication links that are combined in a computer network. According to the novel technique, performance characteristics and statistics (“link data”) for two or more combined links are merged to form link data for a single “virtual combined link.” Route optimization techniques (e.g., priority-based route optimization) may then be applied to one or more virtual combined links based on the combined link data, in addition to link data for zero or more conventional single links (physical or virtual). Illustratively, a route optimization technique may be used in accordance with the present invention to efficiently and accurately minimize costs associated with services provided by a plurality of SPs, wherein each SP charges for utilization of its service based on a tiered pricing structure. The tiered pricing structure comprises one or more tiers, wherein each tier correlates to an amount of service provided by the SP and an associated cost.

Abstract translation: 一种技术对由一个或多个服务提供商（SP）提供的用于组合在计算机网络中的通信链路的服务的路由优化。 根据新技术，将两个或多个组合链路的性能特征和统计（“链路数据”）合并形成单个“虚拟组合链路”的链路数据。 除了零个或多个传统单链路（物理或虚拟）的链路数据之外，路由优化技术（例如，基于优先级的路由优化）可以基于组合的链路数据被应用于一个或多个虚拟组合链路。 说明性地，根据本发明可以使用路由优化技术来有效和准确地最小化与由多个SP提供的服务相关联的成本，其中每个SP基于分层定价结构收费以利用其服务。 分层定价结构包括一个或多个层，其中每个层与由SP提供的服务量和相关联的成本相关。

公开(公告)号：US08284758B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-09

申请号：US11825893

申请日：2007-07-10

Applicant: Pritam Shah ,  Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel ,  Dana Blair

Inventor： Pritam Shah ,  Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel ,  Dana Blair

IPC: H04L12/28

CPC classification number: H04L45/02 ,  H04L45/128

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes receiving at a network device information on paths to a destination node, determining a number of common nodes or links between at least two of the paths, calculating a path diversity index based on the number of common nodes or links, and selecting a route to the destination node based on the path diversity index. An apparatus for calculating path diversity index for use in route selection is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，一种方法包括在网络设备处接收关于到目的地节点的路径的信息，确定至少两条路径之间的公共节点或链路的数量，基于公共节点或链路的数量来计算路径分集索引 ，并且基于路径分集索引来选择到目的地节点的路由。 还公开了一种用于计算路径选择中使用的路径分集索引的装置。

公开(公告)号：US20080015914A1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-17

申请号：US11777807

申请日：2007-07-13

Applicant: Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel

Inventor： Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel

IPC: G06F17/00

CPC classification number: H04L12/1485 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  H04L12/14 ,  H04L12/145 ,  H04M15/00 ,  H04M15/41 ,  H04M15/49 ,  H04M15/80

Abstract: In one embodiment, a plurality of connections couple to a plurality of service providers (SPs) that each provide services at a cost. The cost of the services of each SP is determined according to a tiered pricing structure that includes one or more tiers. Each tier correlates a particular amount of data transferred with the SP to a particular cost. A data collector collects measurement data that indicates an amount of data transferred with each SP. A processor selects a target tier in the tiered pricing structure of each SP based on the measurement data. The processor also generates a momentary target utilization rate (MTUR) for each SP based on the target tier for the SP and the measurement data. The processor then distributes utilization of services among the SPs based on the MTUR and tiered pricing structure of each SP to minimize the cost of the services provided by the SPs.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，多个连接耦合到多个服务提供商（SP），每个服务提供商（SP）以成本提供服务。 每个SP的服务成本根据包含一个或多个层级的分层定价结构确定。 每个层将特定数量的数据传输到SP与特定成本相关联。 数据收集器收集指示每个SP传输的数据量的测量数据。 处理器基于测量数据选择每个SP的分层定价结构中的目标层。 处理器还基于SP的目标层和测量数据生成针对每个SP的瞬时目标利用率（MTUR）。 然后处理器根据每个SP的MTUR和分层定价结构在SP之间分配服务的利用率，以最小化SP提供的服务的成本。

公开(公告)号：US20050027548A1

公开(公告)日：2005-02-03

申请号：US10631682

申请日：2003-07-31

Applicant: Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel

Inventor： Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel

IPC: H04L12/14 ,  G06F17/60

CPC classification number: H04L12/1485 ,  G06Q30/0283 ,  H04L12/14 ,  H04L12/145 ,  H04M15/00 ,  H04M15/41 ,  H04M15/49 ,  H04M15/80

Abstract: A technique for efficiently and accurately minimizing costs associated with services provided by a plurality of service providers (SPs) that bill for their services based on a tiered cost structure. Target tiers are generated based on the utilization of the SPs' services and the SPs' cost structures. Utilization of the SPs' services is monitored. A momentary target utilization rate (MTUR) is generated for each SP based on the cumulated utilization of the SP's service and the SP's target tier. Utilization of the SPs' services is distributed based on the generated MTURs in a manner that minimizes cost. If the utilization of the SPs' services indicates the MTURs have been exceeded, new target tiers and MTURs are generated and utilization of the SPs' services is redistributed among the SPs in a manner that minimizes cost.

Abstract translation: 一种用于有效和准确地最小化由多个服务提供商（SP）提供的服务相关联的成本的技术，其基于分层成本结构对其服务进行计费。 目标层是基于SPs服务和SP的成本结构的利用而产生的。 对SPs服务的利用进行监控。 基于SP的服务和SP的目标层的累积利用率，为每个SP生成瞬时目标利用率（MTUR）。 基于生成的MTUR以最小化成本的方式来分发SP的服务的利用。 如果SP服务的使用表明已经超出了MTUR，则会生成新的目标层和MTUR，并以最小化成本的方式在SP之间重新分配SP的业务的使用。

公开(公告)号：US20090016331A1

公开(公告)日：2009-01-15

申请号：US11825893

申请日：2007-07-10

Applicant: Pritam Shah ,  Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel ,  Dana Blair

Inventor： Pritam Shah ,  Philip Jacobs ,  Rahul Patel ,  Dana Blair

IPC: H04L12/66

CPC classification number: H04L45/02 ,  H04L45/128

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes receiving at a network device information on paths to a destination node, determining a number of common nodes or links between at least two of the paths, calculating a path diversity index based on the number of common nodes or links, and selecting a route to the destination node based on the path diversity index. An apparatus for calculating path diversity index for use in route selection is also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中，一种方法包括在网络设备处接收关于到目的地节点的路径的信息，确定至少两条路径之间的公共节点或链路的数量，基于公共节点或链路的数量来计算路径分集索引 ，并且基于路径分集索引来选择到目的地节点的路由。 还公开了一种用于计算路径选择中使用的路径分集索引的装置。

公开(公告)号：US07088828B1

公开(公告)日：2006-08-08

申请号：US09548539

申请日：2000-04-13

Applicant: Richard W. Bradford ,  Philip Jacobs

Inventor： Richard W. Bradford ,  Philip Jacobs

IPC: H03B29/00 ,  A61F11/06 ,  G10K11/16 ,  H04R3/02

CPC classification number: G10K11/178 ,  G10K2210/108 ,  G10K2210/1081 ,  G10K2210/119 ,  G10K2210/3216 ,  G10K2210/3219

Abstract: The invention is directed to techniques for suppressing the voice of a user of an audio electronic device, such as a mobile phone, from being heard by an unintended listener. In one arrangement, the invention includes an input microphone, an electronics module, and a suppression speaker. The user speaks into the input microphone, and the electronics module generates an antivoice signal from a voice signal received from the input microphone. The suppression speaker outputs an antivoice output that combines with the voice of the user to form a voice suppression zone next to the speaker. The user thus can carry on his or her conversation in private as long as the unintended listener is within the voice suppression zone. Alternately, the user can avoid distracting other users of similar devices nearby, such as in a crowded office environment with many individuals using telephones at the same time. In another arrangement, the invention includes multiple suppression speakers that can be oriented in different directions to provide one or more voice suppression zones.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及用于抑制诸如移动电话之类的音频电子设备的用户的声音的技术不被非预期的收听者听到。 在一种布置中，本发明包括输入麦克风，电子模块和抑制扬声器。 用户对输入麦克风进行说话，并且电子模块从从输入麦克风接收的语音信号中产生防振信号。 抑制扬声器输出与用户的声音组合的防音输出，以在扬声器旁边形成语音抑制区域。 只要非故意的听众在声音抑制区内，用户就可以私下进行对话。 或者，用户可以避免分散附近的类似设备的其他用户，例如在拥挤的办公环境中，许多个人同时使用电话。 在另一种布置中，本发明包括可以在不同方向上定向以提供一个或多个语音抑制区域的多个抑制扬声器。

公开(公告)号：US20090083225A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-26

申请号：US11861513

申请日：2007-09-26

Applicant: Philip Jacobs ,  James Randolph Sisk

Inventor： Philip Jacobs ,  James Randolph Sisk

IPC: G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02

Abstract: A method is provided. The method includes (a) querying a viewer for a preference setting for provision of advertisements, (b) receiving from the viewer a response to the query for the preference setting for provision of advertisements, and (c) providing to the viewer an electronic signal, the electronic signal including (i) a first component having a main content portion, and (ii) a second component having advertisements in accordance with the received selection of advertisement preferences. The first component and the second component are distinct. Software and apparatus embodiments are provided as well.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种方法。 该方法包括：（a）向观众询问用于提供广告的偏好设置，（b）从观众接收对查询的响应以获得用于提供广告的偏好设置，以及（c）向观众提供电子信号 ，所述电子信号包括（i）具有主要内容部分的第一分量，以及（ii）具有根据接收到的广告偏好选择的广告的第二分量。 第一个组件和第二个组件是不同的。 还提供了软件和设备实施例。

公开(公告)号：US20080281244A1

公开(公告)日：2008-11-13

申请号：US11801486

申请日：2007-05-10

Applicant: Philip Jacobs

Inventor： Philip Jacobs

IPC: A61F13/00

CPC classification number: A61K9/7023 ,  A61B5/0002 ,  A61B5/02055 ,  A61B5/021 ,  A61B5/04087 ,  A61B5/145 ,  A61B5/14532 ,  A61B5/4839 ,  A61B5/742 ,  A61B2560/0412 ,  A61B2560/045 ,  A61B2562/164 ,  A61K9/0097

Abstract: An electronic bandage includes (i) bandage material, (ii) a treatment portion supported by the bandage material, the treatment portion being constructed and arranged to provide a treatment, and (iii) a flexible electronic controller supported by the bandage material. The flexible electronic controller combines with the bandage material and the treatment portion to form a conformable bandage which conforms to a treatment surface. The flexible electronic controller is constructed and arranged to dynamically control application of the treatment to the treatment surface while the conformable bandage conforms to the treatment surface. Such a bandage is capable of being packaged as a unitary body which is small, inexpensive and/or disposable.

Abstract translation: 电子绷带包括（i）绷带材料，（ii）由绷带材料支撑的处理部分，处理部分被构造和布置成提供治疗，以及（iii）由绷带材料支撑的柔性电子控制器。 柔性电子控制器与绷带材料和治疗部分结合，以形成符合治疗表面的适形绷带。 灵活的电子控制器被构造和布置成动态地控制治疗表面的应用，同时适应绷带符合治疗表面。 这种绷带能够被包装成小型，便宜和/或一次性的整体。

公开(公告)号：US20120054020A1

公开(公告)日：2012-03-01

申请号：US12868556

申请日：2010-08-25

Applicant: Philip Jacobs

Inventor： Philip Jacobs

IPC: G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/0243 ,  G06Q30/0269

Abstract: In one implementation, a campaign manager sends content including advertising related to an advertising campaign to two or more media formats or media types. A consumer engagement score is derived from the user engagement scores associated with the media formats or media types. The consumer engagement score is compared with a target engagement score to determine whether and how to continue the advertising campaign with the particular consumer or set of consumers. Tracking of the advertising campaign extends across media types such as digital television, mobile devices, and personal computers, and extends across formats such as live content, recorded content, interactive content, text messaging, and others.

Abstract translation: 在一个实现中，广告系列管理器将包括与广告活动有关的广告的内容发送到两种或多种媒体格式或媒体类型。 消费者参与分数是从与媒体格式或媒体类型相关联的用户参与度分数得出的。 将消费者参与度分数与目标参与度分数进行比较，以确定是否以及如何继续与特定消费者或一组消费者进行广告活动。 广告活动的跟踪涵盖了诸如数字电视，移动设备和个人计算机之类的媒体类型，并且跨越诸如实况内容，记录的内容，交互式内容，短信等的格式。

公开(公告)号：US07936692B1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-03

申请号：US11138759

申请日：2005-05-26

Applicant: Philip Jacobs ,  Yifang Zhuang ,  Morgan Littlewood

Inventor： Philip Jacobs ,  Yifang Zhuang ,  Morgan Littlewood

IPC: G01R31/08

CPC classification number: H04L43/087 ,  H04L41/142 ,  H04L43/0858

Abstract: A method of estimating end-to-end delay performance at an end-to-end delay percentile of interest for a network having two or more network segments includes measuring a delay performance level for each network segment at a corresponding network segment delay percentile and concatenating the measured performance levels by summing to provide an estimate value indicative of end-to-end delay performance. A network segment delay percentile may be selected for each network segment for a particular end-to-end delay percentile of interest, error band, and number of segments. Selection may result in using the same network segment delay percentile for all network segments, or, selecting individual network segment delay percentiles for each network segments, or selecting a first network segment delay percentile for a particular network segment having a largest range of delay relative to the other network segments and selecting a second network segment delay percentile for other segments.

Abstract translation: 在具有两个或多个网段的网络的端对端延迟百分比估计端到端延迟性能的方法包括测量在相应网段延迟百分位数和级联的每个网段的延迟性能水平 测量的性能水平通过求和来提供指示端到端延迟性能的估计值。 对于特定的端到端延迟感兴趣百分位数，误差带和段数，可以为每个网段选择网段延迟百分位数。 选择可能导致对所有网段使用相同的网段延迟百分点，或者为每个网段选择单独的网段延迟百分位数，或为具有相对于最近延迟的最大延迟范围的特定网段选择第一网段延迟百分点 其他网段，并为其他网段选择第二网段延迟百分位。