Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm Katy C. Fain
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Patent number: 6824753Abstract: An organoboron route and process for preparation of boron nitride utilizing aerosol assisted vapor phase synthesis (AAVS) wherein organoboron precursors are nitrided in one or two heating steps, and wherein a boron oxide nitride intermediary composition is formed after the first heating step and may be further nitrided to form resultant spheroidal boron nitride powders including spheroidal particles that are smooth, bladed, have protruding whiskers, and are of turbostratic or hexagonal crystalline structure.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2002Date of Patent: November 30, 2004Assignee: Science & Technology Corporation @UNMInventors: Robert T. Paine, William J. Kroenke, Eugene A. Pruss, Gary L. Wood, Jerzy F. Janik
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Patent number: 6774009Abstract: A target-backing plate assembly for use in physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes. The lower curved surface of the target of the assembly is received in a conformingly-shaped backing plate, while a planar upper surface is presented for PVD. The shape of the target increases the amount of material dissipated and the quality of the film and reduces the amount of necessary machining in production.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2002Date of Patent: August 10, 2004Assignee: Academy CorporationInventors: Christopher A. Johnson, James W. Ridout, George M. Wityak
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Patent number: 6736966Abstract: A portable oxidant generator for generating a chlorine or chlor-oxygen solution suitable for sterilizing contaminated drinking water, thereby providing a water disinfection system and potable water. The oxidant generator includes an electrolytic chamber and a power supply or source. The chamber holds a salt brine solution such that the solution is in contact with an anode and cathode included in the chamber. The power supply provides electrical charge that is passed between the anode and cathode through the salt brine solution. In the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a combination manual pump/switch is activated and injects electrolyte into the cell chamber and electrolyzes the solution. In one embodiment, as electrolysis proceeds, hydrogen gas is liberated and causes a gas pressure within the cell chamber thereby forcing the freshly generated oxidant solution from the cell.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2001Date of Patent: May 18, 2004Assignee: MIOX CorporationInventors: Rodney E. Herrington, Frank Hand
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Patent number: 6651833Abstract: A self sealing rotating cap or lid for a bottle, container or other object. The cap comprises an aperture, a spring, an engaging/disengaging post, a resting position and a rotatable open position.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2002Date of Patent: November 25, 2003Assignee: Impact Confections, Inc.Inventor: Gerald A. Sciarini
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Patent number: 6616794Abstract: A method for producing integral capacitance components for inclusion within printed circuit boards. Hydrothermally prepared nanopowders permit the fabrication of a very thin dielectric layers that offer increased dielectric constants and are readily penetrated by microvias. Disclosed is a method of preparing a slurry or suspension of a hydrothermally prepared nanopowder and solvent. A suitable bonding material, such as a polymer is mixed with the nanopowder slurry, to generate a composite mixture which is formed into a dielectric layer. The dielectric layer may be placed upon a conductive layer prior to curing, or conductive layers may be applied upon a cured dielectric layer, either by lamination or by metallization processes, such as vapor deposition or sputtering.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 1999Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: TPL, Inc.Inventors: William F. Hartman, Kirk M. Slenes, Kristen J. Law
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Patent number: 6609257Abstract: A basin generally for use in health-care industries for debridement and/or irrigation of wound areas. The basin is best used for treatment of wounds on extremities and comprises a stable basin having contoured seats on opposing side walls and a filtering device to prevent clogging of the drainage hole and tubing.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2001Date of Patent: August 26, 2003Assignee: Fiore Industries, Inc.Inventor: Daniel R. O'Geary
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Patent number: 6608760Abstract: A dielectric substrate useful in the manufacture of printed wiring boards is disclosed wherein the dielectric substrate comprises at least one organic polymer having a Tg greater than 140° C. and at least one filler material. The dielectric substrate of this invention has a dielectric constant that varies less than 15% over a temperature range of from −55 to 125° C.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 1999Date of Patent: August 19, 2003Assignee: TPL, Inc.Inventors: William F. Hartman, Kirk M. Slenes, Kristen J. Law
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Patent number: 6569089Abstract: The present invention is an intubating laryngoscope with light provided to the suction tip or blade simultaneously during intubation. Preferably, the laryngoscope is made of a transparent, engineering plastic material to provide a light path for light from a light source (e.g. flashlight). In an alternative embodiment, light is provided to the suction tip by fiber optics.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2000Date of Patent: May 27, 2003Inventors: Roy Covington, Robert Gorman
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Patent number: 6561371Abstract: A self sealing rotating cap or lid for a bottle, container or other object. The cap comprises an aperture, a spring, a resting position and a rotatable open position.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2001Date of Patent: May 13, 2003Assignee: Impact Confections, Inc.Inventor: Gerald A. Sciarini
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Patent number: 6558537Abstract: A portable hydration system comprising water disinfection, filtration and pump features. The system comprises an electrolytic oxidant generating cell which utilizes a salt to create oxidants for disinfecting liquids such as water.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2000Date of Patent: May 6, 2003Assignee: Miox CorporationInventors: Rodney E. Herrington, Wesley L. Bradford, Kevin Schwartz, Allen D. Clement, Curtis M. Mitchke, John K. Hickerson, Timothy A. Cushman, John F. White
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Patent number: 6551470Abstract: A target assembly comprising a clamp and a target where, in a preferred embodiment, the need for bonding and/or a backing plate is eliminated.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2000Date of Patent: April 22, 2003Assignee: Academy Precision MaterialsInventor: Bruce W. Webb
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Patent number: 6524475Abstract: A portable oxidant generator for generating oxidants suitable for sterilizing contaminated drinking water, thereby providing potable water. The oxidant generator optionally comprises an electrolytic cell and a power supply or source for powering the generator. In a preferred embodiment, the cell holds an electrolyte solution such that the solution contacts an anode and a cathode. The power supply provides electrical charge that is passed to the electrolyte solution and/or other electrolyte substance. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the power supply includes an energy storage device that is charged to predetermined voltage. The energy storage device is preferably charged by a generator that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. The present invention optionally includes an electrolyte storage compartment in the cap.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2000Date of Patent: February 25, 2003Assignee: Miox CorporationInventors: Rodney E. Herrington, Curtis M. Mitchke, John K. Hickerson, Timothy A. Cushman, John F. White