Patents by Inventor Christopher S. Garcia
Christopher S. Garcia 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: 20240136081Abstract: Disclosed are galvanic cells and methods for treating a molten salt by use of the galvanic cells. The galvanic cell can provide anti-corrosion treatment and improved corrosion resistance via electrochemical and chemical reactions involving a corrosive impurity in a molten salt. Reaction products of the chemical and electrochemical reactions include hydrogen gas that can carry hydrogen isotopes evolved in the molten salt. The system can also include removal of the hydrogen gas from the molten salt and separation and recovery of tritium contained therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2022Publication date: April 25, 2024Inventors: BRENDA L. GARCIA-DIAZ, CHRISTOPHER S. DANDENEAU, DALE A. HITCHCOCK, DAVE BABINEAU, ROBERT SINDELAR, HECTOR COLON-MERCADO, GEORGE K. LARSEN
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Patent number: 10907955Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system and a method of determining a distance is provided. A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system includes a master part having a first base part and a first part-under-test including a second base. A photogrammetry camera images the master part to generate two-dimensional (2D) images. A first 3D imager determines 3D coordinates in a first imager frame of reference. A second 3D imager determines 3D coordinates in a second imager frame of reference. The system determines in a system frame of reference a first pose of the first imager and a second pose of the second imager. The system is further configured to determine 3D coordinates of the first part-under-test in the system frame of reference.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2019Date of Patent: February 2, 2021Assignee: FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Matthew Armstrong, Christopher S. Garcia, Theodore J. Hordeski, Jr., Michael Veksland, Yevgeniy Vinshtok
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Publication number: 20200096316Abstract: A system includes an upper platform, a turntable platen, and a mounting shaft, the upper platform including a central surface surrounded by an outer ring, the outer ring having a collection of markers, the mounting shaft positioned between the upper platform and the turntable platen.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 25, 2019Publication date: March 26, 2020Inventors: Yevgeniy Vinshtok, Matthew Armstrong, Christopher S. Garcia, Duncan Andrew McArdle, Eric Haberland
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Publication number: 20200081412Abstract: A system and method for performing noncontact three-dimensional (3D) coordinates. The system including a system includes a noncontact three-dimensional (3D) measuring device operable to measure 3D coordinates of an object. A stage is operable to rotate the object. A mechanical arm is coupled to the 3D measuring device, the mechanical arm being operable to rotate the 3D measuring device in a first arc about a first axis and in a second arc about a second axis, the first arc larger than the second arc.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2019Publication date: March 12, 2020Inventors: Simon Raab, Christopher S. Garcia, Duncan Andrew McArdle, Matthew Armstrong, Yevgeniy Vinshtok, Yazid Tohme, Daniel Zangrilli, Eric Haberland, Robert E. Bridges
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Publication number: 20200049489Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system and a method of determining a distance is provided. A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system includes a projector operable to project a pattern of light onto an object. A camera is operable to image the projected pattern of light. An electrical power distribution network is operable to receive alternating current having a line frequency. A control system is operable to set an exposure time of the camera to a positive integer divided by twice a line frequency. A processor is operable to determine three-dimensional (3D) coordinates of a point on the object based at least on the projected pattern of light and on the imaged pattern of light.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2019Publication date: February 13, 2020Inventors: Matthew Armstrong, Christopher S. Garcia, Theodore J. Hordeski, JR., Michael Veksland, Yevgeniy Vinshtok
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Publication number: 20190346257Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system and a method of determining a distance is provided. A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system includes a master part having a first base part and a first part-under-test including a second base. A photogrammetry camera images the master part to generate two-dimensional (2D) images. A first 3D imager determines 3D coordinates in a first imager frame of reference. A second 3D imager determines 3D coordinates in a second imager frame of reference. The system determines in a system frame of reference a first pose of the first imager and a second pose of the second imager. The system is further configured to determine 3D coordinates of the first part-under-test in the system frame of reference.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2019Publication date: November 14, 2019Inventors: Matthew Armstrong, Christopher S. Garcia, Theodore J. Hordeski, JR., Michael Veksland, Yevgeniy Vinshtok
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Patent number: 10444006Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system and a method of determining a distance is provided. The 3D measuring system includes a display and an imager device. The imager device having a projector, a first camera and a second camera arranged in a predetermined geometric relationship, the first and second camera each having a photosensitive array with a plurality of pixels that transmit a signal in response to a wavelength of light. The projector projects a pattern that includes at least one element. The system further having one or more processors operably coupled to the display, the projector, and the first and second camera. The processors are responsive to computer instructions for determining a distance to the at least one element and changing an indicator on the display corresponding to the distance relative to a predetermined projector-to-object distance.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2017Date of Patent: October 15, 2019Assignee: FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Matthew Armstrong, Christopher S. Garcia, Theodore J. Hordeski, Jr., Michael Veksland, Yevgeniy Vinshtok
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Publication number: 20170186183Abstract: A three-dimensional (3D) measuring system and a method of determining a distance is provided. The 3D measuring system includes a display and an imager device. The imager device having a projector, a first camera and a second camera arranged in a predetermined geometric relationship, the first and second camera each having a photosensitive array with a plurality of pixels that transmit a signal in response to a wavelength of light. The projector projects a pattern that includes at least one element. The system further having one or more processors operably coupled to the display, the projector, and the first and second camera. The processors are responsive to computer instructions for determining a distance to the at least one element and changing an indicator on the display corresponding to the distance relative to a predetermined projector-to-object distance.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2017Publication date: June 29, 2017Inventors: Matthew Armstrong, Christopher S. Garcia, Theodore J. Hordeski, JR., Michael Veksland, Yevgeniy Vinshtok
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Patent number: 9010677Abstract: A paper transport system for transporting a web in a printing system includes a stationary bar positioned such that the web slides over a portion of an exterior surface of the bar, a rotatable source roller for supplying unused cover material, and a rotatable take-up roller for receiving used cover material. Cover material extends between the source roller and the take-up roller and is disposed over the portion of the exterior surface of the bar that the web slides over. A locking mechanism can be used to maintain tension in the cover material.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2012Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Eastman Kodak CompanyInventors: Timothy J. Young, Christopher S. Garcia
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Publication number: 20130256449Abstract: A paper transport system for transporting a web in a printing system includes a stationary bar positioned such that the web slides over a portion of an exterior surface of the bar, a rotatable source roller for supplying unused cover material, and a rotatable take-up roller for receiving used cover material. Cover material extends between the source roller and the take-up roller and is disposed over the portion of the exterior surface of the bar that the web slides over. A locking mechanism can be used to maintain tension in the cover material.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2012Publication date: October 3, 2013Inventors: Timothy J. Young, Christopher S. Garcia
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Patent number: 7181153Abstract: Apparatus for precisely positioning one or more of the work stations of a document printer/copier relative to an internal drum, including a first member, attached to either a work station or the internal drum, having two sections, each section having a reference surface forming an angle therebetween, an actuator for changing the included angle between the first reference surface and second reference surface, thus enabling the included angle to be increased or decreased, and a second member having a reference surface that mates with the pair of reference surfaces, associated with the other of the work station or the internal drum, so as to accurately adjust the work station relative to the internal drum dependent upon the included angle of the first reference surface and second reference surface.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2004Date of Patent: February 20, 2007Assignee: Eastman Kodak CompanyInventors: Donald S. Hensel, Christopher S. Garcia, D. Steven Kepner, Gary E. Nichols, Jeffrey R. Ulreich, Thomas S. Albrecht, Donald C. Buch, Charles W. Spehrley
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Patent number: 6801739Abstract: An improved electrophotographic toning station for use in an electrophotographic printer includes a unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows for the use an intermediate drive chain to drive a primary drive sprocket that drives the toning shell at high speed, through a primary drive chain. A unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows the tension sprocket assembly to be properly located relative to the intermediate and primary drive sprockets, such that the components of the toning station may be adjusted relative to each other without interference from the tension sprocket assembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2004Date of Patent: October 5, 2004Assignee: Eastman Kodak CompanyInventors: Christopher S. Garcia, Thomas Hilbert, Kenneth M. Patterson, Paul E. Thompson, Charles R. Winterberger
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Publication number: 20040146318Abstract: An improved electrophotographic toning station for use in an electrophotographic printer includes a unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows for the use an intermediate drive chain to drive a primary drive sprocket that drives the toning shell at high speed, through a primary drive chain. A unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows the tension sprocket assembly to be properly located relative to the intermediate and primary drive sprockets, such that the components of the toning station may be adjusted relative to each other without interference from the tension sprocket assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2004Publication date: July 29, 2004Inventors: Christopher S. Garcia, Thomas Hilbert, Kenneth M. Patterson, Paul E. Thompson, Charles R. Winterberger
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Patent number: 6714753Abstract: An improved electrophotographic toning station for use in an electrophotographic printer includes a unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows for the use an intermediate drive chain to drive a primary drive sprocket that drives the toning shell at high speed, through a primary drive chain. A unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows the tension sprocket assembly to be properly located relative to the intermediate and primary drive sprockets, such that the components of the toning station may be adjusted relative to each other without interference from the tension sprocket assembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2001Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Assignee: Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AGInventors: Christopher S. Garcia, Kenneth M. Patterson, Paul E. Thompson, Charles R. Winterberger
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Patent number: 6571077Abstract: The invention relates generally to apparatus for electrostatic image development and, in particular, apparatus that implement a magnetic brush with a drum photoconductor. According to an aspect of the invention, a method and apparatus for developing an electrostatic image are provided implementing a drum photoconductor and a magnetic brush contacting the drum photoconductor. The magnetic brush includes a mixture of toner and hard magnetic carriers.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2001Date of Patent: May 27, 2003Assignee: Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AGInventors: John R. Thompson, Timothy G. Armstrong, Richard G. Allen, Thomas Hilbert, Christopher S. Garcia
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Publication number: 20020094215Abstract: An improved electrophotographic toning station for use in an electrophotographic printer includes a unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows for the use an intermediate drive chain to drive a primary drive sprocket that drives the toning shell at high speed, through a primary drive chain. A unitary bearing cap and tension sprocket assembly that allows the tension sprocket assembly to be properly located relative to the intermediate and primary drive sprockets, such that the components of the toning station may be adjusted relative to each other without interference from the tension sprocket assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2001Publication date: July 18, 2002Inventors: Christopher S. Garcia, Thomas Hilbert, Kenneth M. Patterson, Paul E. Thompson, Charles R. Winterberger
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Patent number: 6406031Abstract: A seal for a rotary shaft extending from a container containing agitated abrasive particulates through a wall of the container. The seal includes a first polymeric member around the shaft and in engagement with the wall of the container with the shaft rotating inside the first member. The first member is in engagement with a second polymeric member positioned around the shaft for rotation with the shaft and relative to the first member. A third compressible member is positioned around the shaft for rotation with the shaft and the second member. A retaining ring maintains the first, second and third members in compression between the retaining ring and the wall.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2000Date of Patent: June 18, 2002Assignee: Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AGInventors: Christopher S. Garcia, Paul E. Thompson, Kenneth M. Patterson, Blaise P. Pelligra
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Publication number: 20020031376Abstract: The invention relates generally to apparatus for electrostatic image development and, in particular, apparatus that implement a magnetic brush with a drum photoconductor. According to an aspect of the invention, a method and apparatus for developing an electrostatic image are provided implementing a drum photoconductor and a magnetic brush contacting the photoconductor. The magnet brush comprises a mixture of toner and hard magnetic carriers.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2001Publication date: March 14, 2002Inventors: John R. Thompson, Timothy G. Armstrong, Richard G. Allen, Thomas Hilbert, Christopher S. Garcia
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Patent number: 6181886Abstract: An apparatus and method for replenishing toner and collecting used toner in an electrostatographic machine. The apparatus includes a replenishment hopper having a supply of fresh toner. A development device feeds toner onto a recording member having an electrostatic image to be developed. A feeding device feeds fresh toner to the development device from a replenishment bottle. A replenishment motor drives the feeding device to feed fresh toner to the development device. A collection container or bottle collects used toner removed from a recording member. A controller tracks a first accumulated motor operating on-time and is programmed to compare the operating on-time with a first pre-programmed value for determining when the collection container is to be emptied or to be replaced or that the machine is to be cycled down. The controller also tracks a second accumulated motor operating on-time for determining when the replenishment bottle is to be replaced.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 1999Date of Patent: January 30, 2001Inventors: David E. Hockey, Matthias H. Regelsberger, Christopher S. Garcia, Philip A. Stern, James A. Zimmer
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Patent number: D754130Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2015Date of Patent: April 19, 2016Assignee: FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Christopher S. Garcia, Duncan Andrew McArdle, Daniel Mockler, Charles Pfeffer, Aslan Leo Riza, Erkan Riza, Michael Veksland, Yevgeniy Vinshtok