公开(公告)号：US08200532B2

公开(公告)日：2012-06-12

申请号：US12710022

申请日：2010-02-22

Applicant: Thomas P. Murphy ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Howard I. Epstein

Inventor： Thomas P. Murphy ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Howard I. Epstein

IPC: G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0213 ,  G06Q30/0222 ,  G06Q30/0225 ,  G06Q30/0234 ,  G06Q30/0236 ,  G06Q30/0269

Abstract: An online system presents remote users with static incentives, dynamic incentives and the ability to create and submit customizable incentives related to goods or services of interest to the user. By using the incentive delivery system, the user can research goods or services of interest and in an interactive fashion create an incentive package most desirable to the user and submit same to a central location. The systems performs decisioning routines on submitted incentive requests and makes such requests available for review. Ultimately, the submitted requests may be accepted or rejected or a counter-incentive may be issued to the user for consideration. A manufacturer, such as an automobile manufacturer, can offer incentives direct to its consumers and enter into an electronic dialogue with its customers to help drive profits and sales in the most efficient manner. For instance, where certain models of vehicles are in over-supply in a certain geographic region a manufacturer may in real-time tailor its incentive offerings to help account for seasonal or other demand events. Further, the manufacturer can in real-time see the response to its incentives offerings and make appropriate changes to insure the desired result of its marketing efforts is obtained. A graphical user interface enables the remote user to search products or services of interest and to selectively build desired incentives and submit same for acceptance.

Abstract translation: 在线系统为远程用户提供静态激励，动态激励，以及创建和提交与用户感兴趣的商品或服务相关的可定制激励的能力。 通过使用激励传递系统，用户可以研究感兴趣的商品或服务，并且以交互方式创建对用户最期望的激励包，并将其提交到中心位置。 系统对提交的激励请求执行决策程序，并使这些请求可供审查。 最终，提交的请求可能被接受或拒绝，或者可以向用户发出反激励以供考虑。 制造商，如汽车制造商，可以直接向其消费者提供奖励，并与其客户进行电子对话，以最有效的方式推动利润和销售。 例如，某些地区某些车型的供应过剩，制造商可能会实时定制其激励产品，以帮助解决季节性或其他需求事件。 此外，制造商可以实时查看对其激励产品的响应，并进行适当的更改以确保获得其营销努力的期望结果。 图形用户界面使远程用户可以搜索感兴趣的产品或服务，并有选择地创建所需的激励并提交相同的接受。

公开(公告)号：US07668747B2

公开(公告)日：2010-02-23

申请号：US09735446

申请日：2000-12-13

Applicant: Thomas P. Murphy ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Howard I. Epstein

Inventor： Thomas P. Murphy ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Howard I. Epstein

IPC: G06Q30/00

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0213 ,  G06Q30/0222 ,  G06Q30/0225 ,  G06Q30/0234 ,  G06Q30/0236 ,  G06Q30/0269

Abstract: An online system presents remote users with static incentives, dynamic incentives and the ability to create and submit customizable incentives related to goods or services of interest to the user. By using the incentive delivery system, the user can research goods or services of interest and in an interactive fashion create an incentive package most desirable to the user and submit same to a central location. The systems performs decisioning routines on submitted incentive requests and makes such requests available for review. Ultimately, the submitted requests may be accepted or rejected or a counter-incentive may be issued to the user for consideration. A manufacturer, such as an automobile manufacturer, can offer incentives direct to its consumers and enter into an electronic dialogue with its customers to help drive profits and sales in the most efficient manner. For instance, where certain models of vehicles are in over-supply in a certain geographic region a manufacturer may in real-time tailor its incentive offerings to help account for seasonal or other demand events. Further, the manufacturer can in real-time see the response to its incentives offerings and make appropriate changes to insure the desired result of its marketing efforts is obtained. A graphical user interface enables the remote user to search products or services of interest and to selectively build desired incentives and submit same for acceptance.

Abstract translation: 在线系统为远程用户提供静态激励，动态激励，以及创建和提交与用户感兴趣的商品或服务相关的可定制激励的能力。 通过使用激励传递系统，用户可以研究感兴趣的商品或服务，并且以交互方式创建对用户最期望的激励包，并将其提交到中心位置。 系统对提交的激励请求执行决策程序，并使这些请求可供审查。 最终，提交的请求可能被接受或拒绝，或者可以向用户发出反激励以供考虑。 制造商，如汽车制造商，可以直接向其消费者提供奖励，并与其客户进行电子对话，以最有效的方式推动利润和销售。 例如，某些地区某些车型的供应过剩，制造商可能会实时定制其激励产品，以帮助解决季节性或其他需求事件。 此外，制造商可以实时查看对其激励产品的响应，并进行适当的更改以确保获得其营销努力的期望结果。 图形用户界面使远程用户可以搜索感兴趣的产品或服务，并有选择地创建所需的激励并提交相同的接受。

公开(公告)号：US20120084128A1

公开(公告)日：2012-04-05

申请号：US13248832

申请日：2011-09-29

Applicant: Thomas P. MURPHY ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Howard I. Epstein

Inventor： Thomas P. MURPHY ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Howard I. Epstein

IPC: G06Q30/02

CPC classification number: G06Q30/02 ,  G06Q30/0213 ,  G06Q30/0222 ,  G06Q30/0225 ,  G06Q30/0234 ,  G06Q30/0236 ,  G06Q30/0269

Abstract: An online system presents remote users with static incentives, dynamic incentives and the ability to create and submit customizable incentives related to goods or services of interest to the user. By using the incentive delivery system, the user can research goods or services of interest and in an interactive fashion create an incentive package most desirable to the user and submit same to a central location. The systems performs decisioning routines on submitted incentive requests and makes such requests available for review. Ultimately, the submitted requests may be accepted or rejected or a counter-incentive may be issued to the user for consideration.

Abstract translation: 在线系统为远程用户提供静态激励，动态激励，以及创建和提交与用户感兴趣的商品或服务相关的可定制激励的能力。 通过使用激励传递系统，用户可以研究感兴趣的商品或服务，并且以交互方式创建对用户最期望的激励包，并将其提交到中心位置。 系统对提交的激励请求执行决策程序，并使这些请求可供审查。 最终，提交的请求可能被接受或拒绝，或者可以向用户发出反激励以供考虑。

公开(公告)号：US09210220B2

公开(公告)日：2015-12-08

申请号：US12567798

申请日：2009-09-27

Applicant: Andrew Steckley ,  Daniel R. Russell ,  Steven D. Baker

Inventor： Andrew Steckley ,  Daniel R. Russell ,  Steven D. Baker

IPC: G06F15/16 ,  G06F15/173 ,  H04L29/08 ,  H04L12/28

CPC classification number: H04L67/125 ,  H04L12/2818 ,  H04L12/2834 ,  H04L67/36

Abstract: Monitoring and control of electromechanical devices from a central data center. The data center may be located at a separate geographic location, using broadband communication channels, such as Internet or telecom channels, and wireless HAN (home area network) communications. Such electromechanical devices may comprise, for example, an HVAC system at a small-business or residential site, a grounds-maintenance sprinkler system, or a small wind or solar energy generation and storage station.

Abstract translation: 从中央数据中心监控和控制机电设备。 数据中心可以使用诸如因特网或电信信道的宽带通信信道以及无线HAN（家庭区域网络）通信来位于单独的地理位置。 这样的机电装置可以包括例如小型商业或住宅地点的HVAC系统，地面维护喷淋系统或小型风力或太阳能发电和储存站。

公开(公告)号：US20120259978A1

公开(公告)日：2012-10-11

申请号：US13465695

申请日：2012-05-07

Applicant: Eric G. Petersen ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Steven J. Marcaccini ,  Mark A. Heritage

Inventor： Eric G. Petersen ,  Steven D. Baker ,  Steven J. Marcaccini ,  Mark A. Heritage

IPC: G06F15/16

CPC classification number: H04L41/0681 ,  G06Q50/22 ,  H04L41/0213 ,  H04L41/069 ,  H04L43/0829 ,  H04L43/0852 ,  H04W24/00 ,  H04W48/16

Abstract: Disclosed in this specification is a method for monitoring a network, such as the central monitoring station of a medical facility. Performance data from each of the network components of interest is monitored for compliance with certain component-specific criteria. Responses are generated if the performance data satisfies, or fails to satisfy, such criteria.

Abstract translation: 在本说明书中公开了一种监视医疗设施的中央监控站等网络的方法。 监视来自每个感兴趣的网络组件的性能数据，以符合某些组件特定标准。 如果性能数据满足或不符合这些标准，则产生响应。

公开(公告)号：US08285738B1

公开(公告)日：2012-10-09

申请号：US13278728

申请日：2011-10-21

Applicant: Trystan Upstill ,  Steven D. Baker

Inventor： Trystan Upstill ,  Steven D. Baker

IPC: G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06F17/27 ,  G06F17/2795 ,  G06F17/3064 ,  G06F17/30672 ,  G06F17/30737 ,  Y10S707/99933

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a system for detecting correlations between terms. During operation, the system identifies one or more lists contained in one or more documents and identifies two terms co-occurring in the lists. The system further determines a correlation between the co-occurring terms, and places the co-occurring terms in a correlated-pair list based on the correlation.

Abstract translation: 本发明的一个实施例提供一种用于检测术语之间的相关性的系统。 在操作期间，系统识别一个或多个文档中包含的一个或多个列表，并识别列表中共同出现的两个术语。 系统还确定共同出现的术语之间的相关性，并且基于相关性将共同出现的项置于相关对列表中。

公开(公告)号：US08122022B1

公开(公告)日：2012-02-21

申请号：US12187162

申请日：2008-08-06

Applicant: Steven D. Baker

Inventor： Steven D. Baker

IPC: G06F7/00 ,  G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06F17/30616

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a system for determining an abbreviation for a term. During operation, the system receives a candidate abbreviation for the term. If the term is a compound term comprised of a number of constituent terms, the system then determines if the candidate abbreviation is substantially equal to at least one of the constituent terms. If so, the system determines that the candidate abbreviation is not an abbreviation for the term.

Abstract translation: 本发明的一个实施例提供了一种用于确定术语的缩写的系统。 在操作期间，系统接收该术语的候选缩写。 如果该术语是由多个构成术语组成的复合术语，则系统然后确定候选缩写是否基本上等于组成术语中的至少一个。 如果是这样，系统确定候选人缩写不是该术语的缩写。

公开(公告)号：US20120001751A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-05

申请号：US12827817

申请日：2010-06-30

Applicant: Steven D. Baker ,  Braxton L. Lathrop

Inventor： Steven D. Baker ,  Braxton L. Lathrop

IPC: G08B1/08

CPC classification number: A61B5/0024 ,  A61B5/002 ,  A61B5/7285 ,  A61B5/7425 ,  A61B2560/0204 ,  A61B2560/0214 ,  A61B2560/0475 ,  A61B2562/0223 ,  A61B2562/0257 ,  A61B2562/166 ,  H04W4/023 ,  H04W48/14 ,  H04W76/10 ,  H04W84/18

Abstract: A method for establishing a connection between a first electronic computing device and a second electronic computing device includes moving the second electronic computing device so that it is proximal to the first electronic computing device. When the first electronic computing device detects the proximity of the first electronic computing device relative to the second electronic computing device, a radio on the first electronic device is set to a connectable and discoverable state. A wireless connection is automatically established between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device. Data is transmitted between the first electronic computing device and the second electronic computing device.

Abstract translation: 一种用于在第一电子计算设备和第二电子计算设备之间建立连接的方法包括移动第二电子计算设备以使其靠近第一电子计算设备。 当第一电子计算设备检测到第一电子计算设备相对于第二电子计算设备的接近时，第一电子设备上的无线电设置为可连接和可发现的状态。 在第一电子计算设备和第二电子计算设备之间自动建立无线连接。 在第一电子计算设备和第二电子计算设备之间传送数据。

公开(公告)号：US08041730B1

公开(公告)日：2011-10-18

申请号：US11923424

申请日：2007-10-24

Applicant: Trystan G. Upstill ,  Steven D. Baker

Inventor： Trystan G. Upstill ,  Steven D. Baker

IPC: G06F17/30

CPC classification number: G06F17/30241 ,  G06F17/30637 ,  G06F17/3064 ,  G06F17/3087 ,  Y10S707/919

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a system that that uses geographic data to identify correlated geographic synonyms in search queries. A correlated geographic synonym occurs when two terms that are possible synonyms should not be considered synonyms because they are associated with related geographic context. During operation, the system receives a term and a possible synonym for the term. The system then determines whether the term and the possible synonym are both present in a geographic data set. If so, the system uses the geographic data set to determine whether the possible synonym is a correlated geographic synonym for the term.

Abstract translation: 本发明的一个实施例提供一种使用地理数据来识别搜索查询中的相关地理同义词的系统。 当可能的同义词的两个术语与相关的地理语境相关联时，不会将相关的地理同义词视为同义词。 在操作过程中，系统会收到该术语的术语和可能的同义词。 系统然后确定术语和可能的同义词是否都存在于地理数据集中。 如果是这样，系统使用地理数据集来确定可能的同义词是否是该术语的相关地理同义词。

公开(公告)号：US07890521B1

公开(公告)日：2011-02-15

申请号：US12027559

申请日：2008-02-07

Applicant: Oleksandr Grushetskyy ,  Steven D. Baker

Inventor： Oleksandr Grushetskyy ,  Steven D. Baker

IPC: G06F7/00

CPC classification number: G06F17/30867 ,  G06F17/2795

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a system that automatically generates synonyms for words from documents. During operation, this system determines co-occurrence frequencies for pairs of words in the documents. The system also determines closeness scores for pairs of words in the documents, wherein a closeness score indicates whether a pair of words are located so close to each other that the words are likely to occur in the same sentence or phrase. Finally, the system determines whether pairs of words are synonyms based on the determined co-occurrence frequencies and the determined closeness scores. While making this determination, the system can additionally consider correlations between words in a title or an anchor of a document and words in the document as well as word-form scores for pairs of words in the documents.

Abstract translation: 本发明的一个实施例提供了一种自动生成来自文档的单词的同义词的系统。 在操作期间，该系统确定文档中的单词对的同现频率。 该系统还确定文档中的单词对的接近度分数，其中一个接近度分数指示一对单词是否彼此靠近，以致该单词可能以相同的句子或短语发生。 最后，系统基于所确定的同现频率和所确定的接近度分数来确定词组是否是同义词。 在进行该确定的同时，系统还可以考虑文档中的标题或锚点之间的相关性以及文档中的单词以及文档中的单词对的单词分数。