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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8041570 | Dialogue management using scripts Representation-neutral dialogue systems and methods (“RNDS”) are described that include multi-application, multi-device spoken-language dialogue systems based on the information-state update approach. The RNDS includes representation-neutral core components of a... | 10/18/2011 |
| 8019594 | Method and apparatus for progressively selecting features from a large feature space in statistical modeling Embodiments of a progressive feature selection method that selects features in multiple rounds are described. In one embodiment, the progressive feature selection method splits the feature space into tractable sub-spaces such that a feature selection algorithm can b... | 09/13/2011 |
| 8019593 | Method and apparatus for generating features through logical and functional operations Embodiments of a feature generation system and process for use in machine learning applications utilizing statistical modeling systems are described. In one embodiment, the feature generation process generates large feature spaces by combining features using logical... | 09/13/2011 |
| 7925507 | Method and apparatus for recognizing large list of proper names in spoken dialog systems Embodiments of a name recognition process for use in dialog systems are described. In one embodiment, the name recognition process assigns weighting values to names used in a dialog based on the usage of these names. This process takes advantage of the general tende... | 04/12/2011 |
| 7877257 | Method and system to parameterize dialog systems for the purpose of branding A method and system to parameterize a spoken language dialog system, includes providing a storage area to store at least one parameter value, integrating a subcomponent with at least one module of the spoken language dialog system, and configuring the subcomponent t... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7424363 | Method and system for adaptive navigation using a driver's route knowledge A method and system are described to adapt instructions for performing a task by a user, which includes receiving generalized instructions for the task, selecting a content of the generalized instructions based on user-specific knowledge regarding the task, construc... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7251553 | Thermal optimization of EMI countermeasures The present invention provides an electronic circuit and EMI countermeasure for an automotive electronic control unit that provides a maximum amount of EMI protection under normal operating conditions, i.e., ambient temperatures. The effectiveness of the EMI counter... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7211180 | Contamination-resistant gas sensor element A contamination-resistant sensor element and methods for making the same are provided. A sensor element may include a contamination-resistant coating on at least a portion thereof. The coating may comprise gamma-delta alumina and lithium oxide and may have a thickne... | 05/01/2007 |
| 7048342 | Housing for a brake booster A brake booster having a first shell joined to a second shell through a flange (26) on the first shell and a peripheral surface (204) on the second shell. Axial slots (36,36′, . . . 36n) on the flange that extend from an opened end ... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7043982 | Fuel level sending unit and contact button for same A contact button is configured to move along a resistor path of a potentiometer in a first direction and a second direction opposite the first direction. The contact button includes a body having a first end configured to lead the body when the contact button moves ... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7032575 | Valve assembly for a fuel pump module A fuel pump module includes a reservoir configured to hold a supply of fuel. The reservoir includes a fuel passageway and defines a first seat on a first side of the fuel passageway and a second seat on a second side of the fuel passageway. The module also includes ... | 04/25/2006 |
| 7007674 | Fuel rail assembly A fuel rail assembly configured for coupling to an engine, the fuel rail including a body having therein a fuel passageway, and a fuel injector coupled to the body and in fluid communication with the fuel passageway. A portion of the body is configured to interconne... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6981438 | Hydraulic brake booster A hydraulic brake booster has an actuator arrangement for a control valve that includes a ball that is located in a first sleeve retained in a stepped bore of a cylindrical member and a pin that is retained in the cylindrical member. The pin has a first end that is ... | 01/03/2006 |
| D512945 | Hub for a brake booster | 12/20/2005 |
| D512980 | Satellite radio | 12/20/2005 |
| 6959695 | Multi-point fuel injection module An injection module assembly includes a fuel rail defining a passageway through which a fuel can flow, and a plurality of fuel injectors for delivering the fuel in the passageway to a respective plurality of combustion chambers in an internal combustion engine. The ... | 11/01/2005 |
| 6940026 | Method and system for vehicle occupant weight sensing A method and system for estimating the weight of a seat occupant. In one embodiment, the system includes a linkage having one or more links; an actuator; a pivot driveably coupled between the links and the actuator; and a sensor coupled to the pivot and operable to ... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6928917 | Control valve A valve arrangement for controlling the flow of pressurized fluid between a working chamber and an outlet chamber that passes between a seal and a seat surrounding an orifice to the outlet chamber. Fluid flowing through the orifice produces a first turbulence produc... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6928813 | Stroke gain device for a master cylinder A master cylinder wherein an input force applied to a bearing assembly pushes and rotates an input piston into a bore of a housing through the engagement between a helical groove on its outer surface and a pin on the housing to act on a primary piston in the bore th... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6928920 | Wall arrangement for a servomotor A movable wall for separating an interior of a housing for a brake booster into a first chamber and a second chamber. The movable wall is characterized by a diaphragm, a backing plate and a hub member. The diaphragm has a peripheral bead secured to the housing and a... | 08/16/2005 |
| 6923296 | Disc Brake A support for a disc brake has first and second bores in a first projection and third and fourth bores in a second projection located in a same horizontal plane and the first and third bores aligned in a first vertical plane and the second and fourth bores aligned i... | 08/02/2005 |
| 6922622 | Hot vehicle safety system and methods of preventing passenger entrapment and heat suffocation Safety systems for vehicles, primarily passenger vehicles, comprising automated systems and methods for preventing entrapment of children, disabled, aged or infirm persons, or pets from being trapped in closed vehicles left in the sun, so that they will not suffocat... | 07/26/2005 |
| 6920964 | Automated hydraulic brake A brake actuating assembly includes a cam member that has first and second cam surfaces. A first piston in a first hydraulic circuit is selectively enabled to axially translate the cam member from a released position to an actuation position while an actuation pisto... | 07/26/2005 |
| 6916997 | Weight sensors having centralized loose tolerance universal force and Mx/My moments overload stops Automotive load cells having centralized, multi-axis, loose tolerance overload/limit stops provide improved strain gauge response. The modular, integrated stop assemblies magnify sensor substrate deflection by use of opposed concave (Belleville) springs are used in ... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6896337 | Brake booster A brake booster having a housing is separated into a first chamber and a second chamber by a wall connected to a hub. The hub has a cylindrical body with an axial bore that retains a control valve for sequentially connecting the first chamber with the second chamber... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6895853 | Tandem brake booster A tandem brake booster has a housing defined by a front shell that is joined to a rear shell to create an interior cavity. The interior cavity is divided by first and second diaphragm assemblies that are separated by a partition member to respectively isolate a firs... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6885934 | Method and system for determining camshaft position A method of determining a camshaft position. The method comprises determining temperatures, measuring camshaft deviations, and determining a camshaft deviation gradient. Embodiments of the invention may also take the form of a camshaft position temperature compensat... | 04/26/2005 |
| 6873838 | Superregenerative oscillator RF receiver with differential output A superregenerative oscillator RF receiver having a differential output that has the advantage of providing an improved operating range and increased receiver sensitivity without affecting receiver cost or current requirements. The present invention comprises a rece... | 03/29/2005 |
| D502130 | Pin for a disc brake | 02/22/2005 |
| 6859753 | Apparatus and method for measuring the weight of an occupant in a vehicle An apparatus and method for supporting a load-bearing platform (e.g., a seat) and measuring the weight of a load (e.g., an occupant) on the platform. The apparatus can include a base or support, a lever coupled to the support, and a sensor. The lever can be pivotall... | 02/22/2005 |
| 6854891 | Bearing assembly for a vehicle A corner module for use in a motor vehicle having a bearing pack through which a wheel hub for the motor vehicle is connected with a support member. The bearing pack includes an inner race and an outer race for retaining first and second roller elements such that a ... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6845615 | Master cylinder A master cylinder having a housing with first and second bores that are connected to a same circuit in a braking system. A first piston is sealingly retained in the first bore to define a first chamber and a second piston is sealingly retained in the second bore to ... | 01/25/2005 |
| 6843105 | Contact pin for exhaust gas sensor An exhaust gas sensor includes a sensor element configured to communicate with an exhaust gas of an internal combustion engine, and a contact pin assembly including a first portion configured to be electrically connected to the sensor element when the contact pin as... | 01/18/2005 |
| 6829976 | Diaphragm for a brake booster A brake booster (10) having a housing defined by joining a substantially circular first shell (12) to a second shell (14) to compress a first bead (100,200) on a diaphragm (102,202) secured to a movable wall (76) and seal an... | 12/14/2004 |
| 6829825 | Process of manufacturing a corner assembly A process for manufacturing a corner assembly for a vehicle. A wheel hub is partially machined to define a journal section and a radial mounting flange on an out-board surface of the hub. Bolts are pressed into axial openings in the mounting flange and the hub furth... | 12/14/2004 |
| 6826468 | Method and system for classifying vehicle conditions A method and system for classifying vehicle conditions. Lateral acceleration information, vertical acceleration information, and roll angle information is acquired and the roll angle information is used for compensating the acceleration information for the effects o... | 11/30/2004 |
| 6820604 | System with an offset learn function and a method of determining a throttle-position sensor offset A fuel injection system in an engine. The system includes a throttle body having a throttle valve, a first sensor, and a control unit coupled to the first sensor. The first sensor measures a sensed throttle valve angle and provides a first output corresponding to th... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6822354 | Electric motor In one embodiment, the invention provides an electric motor including an armature, a stator, and brushes. The armature includes an armature winding and a commutator connected to the armature winding. The stator is disposed to magnetically interact with the armature.... | 11/23/2004 |
| 6817179 | Poppet for center port compensation valve A master cylinder having first and second chambers respectively connected to a reservoir and to front and rear wheel brakes in a brake system. First and second center port compensation valves each have a head that is connected to a stem that joins a first retainer w... | 11/16/2004 |
| 6816799 | Vehicle operating parameter determination system and method A system and method for estimating an operating parameter of a vehicle such as the steering angle offset or body slip angle. The method includes providing a dynamic vehicle model which is valid when the yaw rate and slip angle of the vehicle are either constant or c... | 11/09/2004 |
