Patents by Inventor Charles Licata

Charles Licata 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).

  • APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR SAMPLE TESTING
    Publication number: 20230077547
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems associated with a sample testing device are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2022
    Publication date: March 16, 2023
    Inventors: Ronald W. Myers, Michael E. Moran, Chen Feng, Suresh Venkatarayalu, Moin Shafai, Adam Dewey McBrady, John Jerred, Charles Licata
  • Apparatuses, systems, and methods for improved vibration resistance
    Patent number: 11549824
    Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and associated methods of assembly are described that provide for improved probed assemblies for use in sensors configured to convert between motion and electrical signals. An example probe assembly includes a probe rod defining a first end. In an operational configuration, the probe rod is at least partially received by a sensor device. The probe assembly further includes a probe head that receives the first end of the probe rod. The probe head mates with the first end so as to secure the probe rod therein. The first end of the probe rod is further welded to the probe head via a butt welding technique.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2023
    Assignee: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Aaron Daniels, Murgesh R. Sajjan, Charles Licata
  • APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED VIBRATION RESISTANCE
    Publication number: 20200348152
    Abstract: Apparatuses, systems, and associated methods of assembly are described that provide for improved probed assemblies for use in sensors configured to convert between motion and electrical signals. An example probe assembly includes a probe rod defining a first end. In an operational configuration, the probe rod is at least partially received by a sensor device. The probe assembly further includes a probe head that receives the first end of the probe rod. The probe head mates with the first end so as to secure the probe rod therein. The first end of the probe rod is further welded to the probe head via a butt welding technique.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2019
    Publication date: November 5, 2020
    Inventors: Aaron Daniels, Murgesh R. Sajjan, Charles Licata
  • Linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) calibration mechanism for precision rigging with vibration and accuracy tracking robustness
    Patent number: 10782156
    Abstract: Embodiments generally relate to assembly and methods for precisely rigging a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT). For example, the probe rod assembly of a dual tandem LVDT may comprise two moveable cores, a probe fitting, and a probe rod. Generally, the first moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. Without adjusting the position of the probe rod with respect to the one or more coils of wire, the second moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. This may ensure that both moveable cores simultaneously achieve electrical zero in the null position. Typically, the probe fitting may be configured to fit at a first end of the probe rod projecting outward from the outer housing. The disclosed assembly and methods may be used to precisely rig dual tandem LVDTs, single channel LVDTs, and dual parallel LVDTs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: Honeywell International, Inc.
    Inventors: Aaron Daniels, Joe Walling, Charles Licata
  • LINEAR VARIABLE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSFORMER (LVDT) CALIBRATION MECHANISM FOR PRECISION RIGGING WITH VIBRATION AND ACCURACY TRACKING ROBUSTNESS
    Publication number: 20190186956
    Abstract: Embodiments generally relate to assembly and methods for precisely rigging a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT). For example, the probe rod assembly of a dual tandem LVDT may comprise two moveable cores, a probe fitting, and a probe rod. Generally, the first moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. Without adjusting the position of the probe rod with respect to the one or more coils of wire, the second moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. This may ensure that both moveable cores simultaneously achieve electrical zero in the null position. Typically, the probe fitting may be configured to fit at a first end of the probe rod projecting outward from the outer housing. The disclosed assembly and methods may be used to precisely rig dual tandem LVDTs, single channel LVDTs, and dual parallel LVDTs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2019
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventors: Aaron Daniels, Joe Walling, Charles Licata
  • Linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) calibration mechanism for precision rigging with vibration and accuracy tracking robustness
    Patent number: 10247579
    Abstract: Embodiments generally relate to assembly and methods for precisely rigging a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT). For example, the probe rod assembly of a dual tandem LVDT may comprise two moveable cores, a probe fitting, and a probe rod. Generally, the first moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. Without adjusting the position of the probe rod with respect to the one or more coils of wire, the second moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. This may ensure that both moveable cores simultaneously achieve electrical zero in the null position. Typically, the probe fitting may be configured to fit at a first end of the probe rod projecting outward from the outer housing. The disclosed assembly and methods may be used to precisely rig dual tandem LVDTs, single channel LVDTs, and dual parallel LVDTs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Aaron Daniels, Joe Walling, Charles Licata
  • LINEAR VARIABLE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSFORMER (LVDT) CALIBRATION MECHANISM FOR PRECISION RIGGING WITH VIBRATION AND ACCURACY TRACKING ROBUSTNESS
    Publication number: 20180252553
    Abstract: Embodiments generally relate to assembly and methods for precisely rigging a linear variable differential transformer (LVDT). For example, the probe rod assembly of a dual tandem LVDT may comprise two moveable cores, a probe fitting, and a probe rod. Generally, the first moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. Without adjusting the position of the probe rod with respect to the one or more coils of wire, the second moveable core may be configured to achieve electrical zero with its respective transformer. This may ensure that both moveable cores simultaneously achieve electrical zero in the null position. Typically, the probe fitting may be configured to fit at a first end of the probe rod projecting outward from the outer housing. The disclosed assembly and methods may be used to precisely rig dual tandem LVDTs, single channel LVDTs, and dual parallel LVDTs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2017
    Publication date: September 6, 2018
    Inventors: Aaron Daniels, Joe Walling, Charles Licata