Patents by Inventor Brent Freese
Brent Freese has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20240125325Abstract: A blower includes a housing including an inlet and an outlet, a bearing-housing structure provided to the housing and adapted to rotatably support a rotor, a motor provided to the bearing-housing structure and adapted to drive the rotor, and an impeller provided to the rotor. The bearing-housing structure includes a bearing shaft having a bearing surface that rotatably supports the rotor. The bearing shaft provides only a single bearing of the non-ball bearing type for the rotor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Samuel Aziz MEBASSER, Peter Jeffrey THOMAS, Roman VINOKUR, Kevin Gene McCULLOH, William S. LANE, Yeu-chuan HSIA, Michael David BEDNAR, John Paul FREESE, Karl Yutaka IWAHASHI, David Brent SEARS, Barton John KENYON, Richard G. KRUM, Par Egron DANNAS, Hiroshi SUZUKI, Malcolm Edward LEADER
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Publication number: 20190063146Abstract: A frame assembly for a modular window assembly for an opening in a structure comprises a main structural frame defining an electrical enclosure and being mountable to the structure, a removable exterior frame mountable to the main structural frame and defining an angled lip for water runoff, the removable exterior frame being configured to secure an outer glass pane of a set of glass panes of the modular window assembly, an insulating feature between the main structural frame and the removable exterior frame and configured to prevent thermal conduction therebetween, and at least one vapor neutralizer between the main structural frame and the removable exterior frame and configured to prevent moisture from accumulating within the modular window assembly. One primary benefit of this modular window assembly is the ability to swap out some or all of the set of glass panes and replace them with new glass technology as developed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2018Publication date: February 28, 2019Applicant: Guardian Glass, LLCInventors: T. Brent FREESE, Keith ALDRICH, Duane O. RECKER, Robert A. VANDAL, Shashi SHAH
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Patent number: 9728020Abstract: An at least partially secure communication environment is provided in which accessory devices can be communicated with and controlled in the context of a movable barrier operator system. In one example approach, a gateway device can be configured to coordinate and control such communications in a secure manner. Three example approaches to such a communication environment include: a gateway device's receiving an accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device; receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a command signal to an accessory device; and receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device. Combinations are possible. An integrated system provides for automatic functioning of one device in response to status changes of one or more other devices.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2015Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: The Chamberlain Group, Inc.Inventors: Theodore Brent Freese, Randall Lee Planck
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Publication number: 20150193999Abstract: An at least partially secure communication environment is provided in which accessory devices can be communicated with and controlled in the context of a movable barrier operator system. In one example approach, a gateway device can be configured to coordinate and control such communications in a secure manner. Three example approaches to such a communication environment include: a gateway device's receiving an accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device; receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a command signal to an accessory device; and receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device. Combinations are possible. An integrated system provides for automatic functioning of one device in response to status changes of one or more other devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2015Publication date: July 9, 2015Inventors: Theodore Brent Freese, Randall Lee Planck
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Patent number: 8994496Abstract: An at least partially secure communication environment is provided in which accessory devices can be communicated with and controlled in the context of a movable barrier operator system. In one example approach, a gateway device can be configured to coordinate and control such communications in a secure manner. Three example approaches to such a communication environment include: a gateway device's receiving an accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device; receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a command signal to an accessory device; and receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device. Combinations are possible. An integrated system provides for automatic functioning of one device in response to status changes of one or more other devices.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2011Date of Patent: March 31, 2015Assignee: The Chamberlain Group, Inc.Inventors: Theodore Brent Freese, Randall Lee Planck
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Patent number: 8584401Abstract: A post (200) for use with an automatically-movable barrier (1203) and a motive actuator (1204) is configured to interact with the barrier to thereby facilitate movement of the barrier with respect to the post. This post can have at least one cavity (201, 801) formed axially therein and a mains-power-bearing pathway (202) disposed within this at least one cavity to convey mains electrical power to movable barrier control circuitry (1202) as well as the motive actuator. Such a post can further comprise one or more integral pivot points (1001) that are configured to pivotally engage the automatically-movable barrier such that the automatically-movable barrier can selectively pivot about the integral pivot point. By another approach, such a post can further comprise one or more rollers (1101) that are configured to engage the automatically-movable barrier such that the latter can selectively move in a lateral direction through engagement with the roller(s).Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2008Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: The Chamberlain Group, Inc.Inventors: Randy L. Planck, Theodore Brent Freese, William G. Gioia
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Publication number: 20120249289Abstract: An at least partially secure communication environment is provided in which accessory devices can be communicated with and controlled in the context of a movable barrier operator system. In one example approach, a gateway device can be configured to coordinate and control such communications in a secure manner. Three example approaches to such a communication environment include: a gateway device's receiving an accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device; receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a command signal to an accessory device; and receiving a rolling code based accessory device control signal and sending a rolling code based accessory command signal to a target accessory device. Combinations are possible. An integrated system provides for automatic functioning of one device in response to status changes of one or more other devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2011Publication date: October 4, 2012Inventors: Theodore Brent Freese, Randall Lee Planck
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Publication number: 20100139170Abstract: A post (200) for use with an automatically-movable barrier (1203) and a motive actuator (1204) is configured to interact with the barrier to thereby facilitate movement of the barrier with respect to the post. This post can have at least one cavity (201, 801) formed axially therein and a mains-power-bearing pathway (202) disposed within this at least one cavity to convey mains electrical power to movable barrier control circuitry (1202) as well as the motive actuator. Such a post can further comprise one or more integral pivot points (1001) that are configured to pivotally engage the automatically-movable barrier such that the automatically-movable barrier can selectively pivot about the integral pivot point. By another approach, such a post can further comprise one or more rollers (1101) that are configured to engage the automatically-movable barrier such that the latter can selectively move in a lateral direction through engagement with the roller(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2008Publication date: June 10, 2010Inventors: Randy L. Planck, Theodore Brent Freese, William G. Gioia
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Patent number: 7347198Abstract: An oven rack for supporting food items to be cooked in a oven cavity of an appliance includes a frame portion and a support platform defined by a plurality of support members that establish a food item support zone and a food item access zone. The plurality of support members include substantially straight support members and offset or shaped support members. The offset support members, in combination with a vertically offset section of the frame portion, define the food item access zone which is vertically offset from the food item support zone so as to enable a consumer to access a bottom portion of a food item resting on the rack.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2004Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: Whirlpool CorporationInventors: T. Brent Freese, Gary B. Jackovin, Issac P. Sargunam, Inho Andy Shin
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Patent number: 6139046Abstract: A stroller includes a latching mechanism for a foldable frame that is remotely actuated through a sliding actuator on an upper frame member of the stroller frame. The sliding actuator is attached via a wire to pins which can be selectively placed in or out of engagement with a notch defined on a surface associated with the lower front frame member. A seat assembly on the stroller includes a seat back which is pivotably attached to the adjacent seat portions to allow the seat back to be folded when the stroller is folded. A canopy with dual extendable visors is removably attachable to the seat assembly. The canopy can be moved pivotably to a fully forward, fully backward, or any intermediate position, and the dual extendable visors on either end thereof can be selectively retracted or extended so as to achieve the desired amount of blocking of the sun and elements as well as to provide the desired ventilation.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 1997Date of Patent: October 31, 2000Assignee: Evenflo Company, Inc.Inventors: Mark W. Aalund, William B. Stephens, Theodore Brent Freese, Alan David Bengtson, Cynthia R. Nelson, Donna K. Finney
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Patent number: 6105844Abstract: The present invention comprises a portable, insulated carrier having a generally rigid housing defining a primary insulated compartment. An auxiliary storage assembly is attached to the housing for retaining an article on the housing externally of the primary insulated compartment. The auxiliary storage assembly includes a ledge and a retainer whereby the article abuts the ledge and is retained against the housing by the retainer. A secondary storage assembly is attached to the outside surface of the housing externally of the primary insulated compartment. The secondary storage assembly is formed of a flexible material to secure the contents yet provide access when necessary. An article retention assembly is attached to an outside surface of the housing. The retention assembly includes a generally elastic panel portion attached to an exterior surface of the housing with at least one edge thereof defining an opening for receiving articles therethrough.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 1998Date of Patent: August 22, 2000Assignee: Outer Circle Products, Ltd.Inventors: Richard S. Walters, Raymond H. Klein, T. Brent Freese, Scott H. Micoley, Scott G. Klos
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Patent number: 6068402Abstract: The present invention provides a novel foldable softwalled cooler for preventing temperature change of heated or cooled items placed therein. The structure generally includes flexible walls having an insulating material therein and a bottom connected to the walls forming a cavity between the walls and the bottom. The inside surface of the walls and the bottom are covered by a water resistant material that is heat sealed at seams so as to prevent leakage at the seams. A panel is provided within the cavity and is likewise covered in a water resistant material. The water resistant material of the panel is heat sealed at the area of connection to the water resistant material of the walls and bottom at a position between the front wall and the bottom.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 1998Date of Patent: May 30, 2000Assignee: Outer Circle Products, Ltd.Inventors: Brent Freese, Donna Finney
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Patent number: 5988669Abstract: An infant stroller with a conventional frame which can be collapsed by releasing a latch mechanism mounted on a central portion of the frame. The handle arms of the frame terminate in a handle assembly which includes a handle bar portion designed for two-handed operation and a handle grip designed for one-handed operation of the stroller. The handle grip is provided at an ergonomically comfortable angle in the range of 60 degrees from horizontal. A console tray is provided in the vicinity of the handle assembly for the operator to conveniently store various sundry items. The console tray supports a back edge of a canopy on the infant stroller. The canopy includes a canopy frame and a sunshade depending therefrom which is supported by a separate sunshade frame.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 1996Date of Patent: November 23, 1999Assignee: Evenflo Company, Inc.Inventors: Theodore Brent Freese, Alan David Bengtson
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Patent number: D508821Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2004Date of Patent: August 30, 2005Assignee: Maytag CorporationInventors: T. Brent Freese, Gary B. Jackovin, Issac P. Sargunam
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Patent number: D509406Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2004Date of Patent: September 13, 2005Assignee: Maytag CorporationInventors: T. Brent Freese, Gary B. Jackovin, Isaac P. Sargunam
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Patent number: D414144Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 1996Date of Patent: September 21, 1999Assignee: Gerry Baby ProductsInventors: Theodore Brent Freese, Alan David Bengtson
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Patent number: D419390Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 1998Date of Patent: January 25, 2000Assignee: Outer Circle Products, Ltd.Inventors: T. Brent Freese, Douglas Carpiaux, Eric Fickas, Raymond Klein, Scott Micoley
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Patent number: D421553Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 1998Date of Patent: March 14, 2000Assignee: Outer Circle Products, Ltd.Inventors: T. Brent Freese, Douglas Carpiaux, Eric Fickas, Raymond Klein, Scott Micoley
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Patent number: D422453Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 1998Date of Patent: April 11, 2000Assignee: Outer Circle Products, Ltd.Inventors: Raymond H. Klein, Scott H. Micoley, T. Brent Freese
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Patent number: D423294Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 1998Date of Patent: April 25, 2000Assignee: Outer Circle Products, Ltd.Inventors: Raymond H. Klein, Scott H. Micoley, T. Brent Freese