Explore the 6,989 U.S. Patent Applications published on the 05th week of 2026, including 561 applications that subsequently received a Patent Grant.
CROSS-CARRIER SCHEDULING METHOD AND APPARATUS IN NEXT-GENERATION MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
A terminal in a wireless communication system gets setup details for a secondary cell (SCell). It checks if a specific field, called the carrier indicator field (CIF), is part of this setup information. If the CIF is present, the terminal receives control information for another cell using the SCell. Based on this control information, the terminal can switch its bandwidth part (BWP) for the other cell. This process helps improve communication efficiency in next-generation mobile networks.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: Clauger USA, LLC.
SMART HVAC ROOFTOP UNITS WITH INTEGRATED AI AND THERMAL IMAGING FOR ENHANCED OPERATIONAL CONTROL
A Smart Rooftop Unit (SRTU) uses infrared cameras and artificial intelligence to improve heating and cooling systems. It captures thermal images to monitor performance and predict when maintenance is needed. The AI analyzes these images to make adjustments for better efficiency, like optimizing heating and cooling based on current conditions. It connects with building management systems to adapt to factors like how many people are inside and the weather outside. The design allows for easy upgrades and maintenance, ensuring the system runs well and saves energy.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: Google LLC.
GENERATING A GROUP PHOTO THAT INCLUDES A PHOTOGRAPHER
A user can request to create a group photo that includes themselves. The app first looks at an existing photo with other people in it. It then separates those people from the photo and remembers how the device was positioned when the first photo was taken. Overlays are created to help the user know where to stand and how to pose for the new photo. Finally, the app combines the new image with the original group to create a complete picture.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc..
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ASSESSING SURGICAL ABILITY
A new system helps measure and monitor how well surgeons perform during operations. It collects raw data from the surgical area and analyzes it to identify important features. These features are then used to train a machine learning program that can evaluate the performance of other surgeons. The system can work with data from robotic surgery tools as well as traditional surgical methods. Overall, it aims to improve surgical skills by providing better assessments.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: Google LLC.
Authentication Using Active Acoustic Sensing
Active acoustic sensing uses sound waves to verify a person's identity. A device, like a hearable, sends and receives ultrasound signals that travel through the ear canal. These signals carry information about how the person speaks and how their voice travels through their body. By analyzing these signals, the device can create a unique voice signature for authentication. This method aims to achieve a balance between security and ease of use, reducing the chances of unauthorized access.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: ORACLE INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION.
NON-BLOCKING AND EVENTUALLY CONSISTENT HASHING
A method allows computer systems to keep running smoothly even when changes are made, like adding or removing servers. It creates a copy of the current system, called an old version, to work on while keeping the original version active. During this time, both the old and new versions of the system operate side by side. This setup lets the systems upgrade and move data without stopping their services. As a result, users can continue to access services without any interruptions.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: The Regents of the University of California.
Methods for Electrochemical Mechanistic Analysis of Cyclic Voltammograms
New methods have been developed to analyze electrochemical systems automatically. This reduces the need for people to analyze data manually. The analysis focuses on understanding the mechanisms behind cyclic voltammograms, which are graphs that show how electrical current changes with voltage. Using advanced deep learning techniques, the system can provide detailed results that help break down complex electrochemical processes. Overall, these methods make it easier and faster to study and understand electrochemical systems.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CANCELING INTERFERENCE FROM CELLULAR BASE STATIONS
Techniques have been developed to reduce interference from cellular base stations. A wireless receiver uses multiple antennas to pick up signals. It identifies how data is organized and modulated in these signals. By analyzing the received signals, it creates a clearer version of the signal that shows only the interference. Finally, this interference is removed from the original signal to produce a cleaner wireless signal.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD..
FERROELECTRIC FIELD EFFECT TRANSISTOR, MEMORY DEVICE, AND NEURAL NETWORK DEVICE
A new type of transistor uses a special layer called a ferroelectric layer to help control electrical signals. It has a channel layer that allows electricity to flow and a gate electrode that manages this flow. Between the channel and the ferroelectric layer, there is an oxygen-deficient layer that helps improve performance. A diffusion barrier layer is also included to stop oxygen from moving between the channel and the oxygen-deficient layer. This design aims to enhance memory storage and support neural network devices by using materials that have specific oxygen vacancy levels.
Published: 2026-01-29 Assignee: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD..
SUPERCONDUCTOR-BASED QUANTUM COMPUTERS AND METHODS OF OPERATING THE SAME
A new type of quantum computer uses superconductors to operate more efficiently. It has three layers: a lower layer with multiple chips, a middle layer that connects to the lower one, and an upper layer that contains qubits. The middle layer has a special line that sends electromagnetic waves to control the qubits. To manage how these layers interact, there is a movable part that changes position based on voltage, allowing better control over the connection between the qubits and the transmission line. This design aims to improve the performance and functionality of quantum computers.