Patents by Inventor Dave Carlson
Dave Carlson 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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Patent number: 11167520Abstract: A composite core with non-traditional geometries includes multiple elongate tubes arranged in a two-dimensional array. Each tube is made of a composite material. Each tube includes multiple curved sides. Each curved side inwardly curves toward a longitudinal axis passing through a geometric center of the tube to form a valley on an outer surface of the tube. An end of a first curved side connects to an end of a second curved side to form a crest on the outer surface of the tube. At least one crest formed on an outer surface of a first tube in the two-dimensional array contacts at least one valley formed on an outer surface of an adjacent second tube in the two-dimensional array.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2019Date of Patent: November 9, 2021Assignee: TEXTRON INNOVATIONS INC.Inventors: Phillip Kendrick, Levi Armstrong, Paul K. Oldroyd, Dave Carlson
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Patent number: 10668705Abstract: One aspect of a process of forming an aircraft component includes bonding a first end of a honeycomb structure to a surface of an aircraft skin member, the honeycomb structure including multiple connected cells. Foam is sprayed on a second end of the honeycomb structure opposite the first end. The process also includes curing the foam on the second end of the honeycomb structure.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2017Date of Patent: June 2, 2020Assignee: BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON INC.Inventors: James Donn Hethcock, Dave Carlson, Paul K. Oldroyd
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Publication number: 20200111113Abstract: Image analysis systems and methods are disclosed including a computer system executing instructions to receive a plurality of aerial image files of a building having a roof including a first aerial image file taken from a first viewpoint of the building and a second aerial image file taken from a second viewpoint of the building different than the first viewpoint; determine a pitch and an area of one or more roof sections based on image analysis performed on the aerial image files, wherein the image analysis comprises constructing a three-dimensional model of one or more roof sections; generate a roof report that includes the pitch and the area of the one or more roof sections based on the determined pitch and area of the one or more roof sections, wherein the pitch is indicative of a vertical rise of a roof section over a horizontal run of the roof section.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2019Publication date: April 9, 2020Inventors: Chris T. Pershing, Dave Carlson
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Publication number: 20190217570Abstract: A composite core with non-traditional geometries includes multiple elongate tubes arranged in a two-dimensional array. Each tube is made of a composite material. Each tube includes multiple curved sides. Each curved side inwardly curves toward a longitudinal axis passing through a geometric center of the tube to form a valley on an outer surface of the tube. An end of a first curved side connects to an end of a second curved side to form a crest on the outer surface of the tube. At least one crest formed on an outer surface of a first tube in the two-dimensional array contacts at least one valley formed on an outer surface of an adjacent second tube in the two-dimensional array.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2019Publication date: July 18, 2019Inventors: Phillip Kendrick, Levi Armstrong, Paul K. Oldroyd, Dave Carlson
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Patent number: 10328658Abstract: A composite core with non-traditional geometries includes multiple elongate tubes arranged in a two-dimensional array. Each tube is made of a composite material. Each tube includes multiple curved sides. Each curved side inwardly curves toward a longitudinal axis passing through a geometric center of the tube to form a valley on an outer surface of the tube. An end of a first curved side connects to an end of a second curved side to form a crest on the outer surface of the tube. At least one crest formed on an outer surface of a first tube in the two-dimensional array contacts at least one valley formed on an outer surface of an adjacent second tube in the two-dimensional array.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2015Date of Patent: June 25, 2019Assignee: BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON INC.Inventors: Phillip Kendrick, Levi Armstrong, Paul K. Oldroyd, Dave Carlson
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Publication number: 20170291406Abstract: One aspect of a process of forming an aircraft component includes bonding a first end of a honeycomb structure to a surface of an aircraft skin member, the honeycomb structure including multiple connected cells. Foam is sprayed on a second end of the honeycomb structure opposite the first end. The process also includes curing the foam on the second end of the honeycomb structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2017Publication date: October 12, 2017Inventors: James Donn Hethcock, Dave Carlson, Paul K. Oldroyd
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Patent number: 9757883Abstract: One aspect of a process of forming an aircraft component includes bonding a first end of a honeycomb structure to a surface of an aircraft skin member, the honeycomb structure including multiple connected cells. Foam is sprayed on a second end of the honeycomb structure opposite the first end. The process also includes curing the foam on the second end of the honeycomb structure.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2014Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON INC.Inventors: James Donn Hethcock, Dave Carlson, Paul K. Oldroyd
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Publication number: 20170182730Abstract: A composite core with non-traditional geometries includes multiple elongate tubes arranged in a two-dimensional array. Each tube is made of a composite material. Each tube includes multiple curved sides. Each curved side inwardly curves toward a longitudinal axis passing through a geometric center of the tube to form a valley on an outer surface of the tube. An end of a first curved side connects to an end of a second curved side to form a crest on the outer surface of the tube. At least one crest formed on an outer surface of a first tube in the two-dimensional array contacts at least one valley formed on an outer surface of an adjacent second tube in the two-dimensional array.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2015Publication date: June 29, 2017Inventors: Phillip Kendrick, Levi Armstrong, Paul K. Oldroyd, Dave Carlson
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Publication number: 20160089830Abstract: One aspect of a process of forming an aircraft component includes bonding a first end of a honeycomb structure to a surface of an aircraft skin member, the honeycomb structure including multiple connected cells. Foam is sprayed on a second end of the honeycomb structure opposite the first end. The process also includes curing the foam on the second end of the honeycomb structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 25, 2014Publication date: March 31, 2016Inventors: James Donn Hethcock, Dave Carlson, Paul K. Oldroyd
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Publication number: 20120186439Abstract: The invention relates to weapon mount systems that can be locked into a particular position. In an embodiment, the invention includes a weapon mount including a base structure; a mounting structure pivotably coupled to the base structure; a weapon cradle pivotably coupled to the mounting structure, the weapon cradle configured to hold a weapon. Other embodiments are also included herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2012Publication date: July 26, 2012Applicant: NOBLES MANUFACTURING, INC.Inventors: Dave Carlson, Jeff Holsclaw
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Patent number: 8145578Abstract: A system that allows the remote measurement of the size, geometry, pitch and orientation of the roof sections of a building and then uses the information to provide an estimate to repair or replace the roof, or to install equipment thereon. The system includes an aerial image file database that shows aerial images of buildings in a designated area according to address. The slope and orientation images are typically oblique perspective views and top plan views of the buildings in the area. The system also includes an image analysis and calibration feature that enables the viewer to closely estimate the size, geometry and orientation of the building's roof sections. The information can then be used to prepare a cost estimate for the repair or replacement of the roof or installation of roof equipment.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2008Date of Patent: March 27, 2012Assignee: Eagel View Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Chris Pershing, Dave Carlson
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Patent number: 8109192Abstract: The invention relates to weapon mount systems that can be locked into a particular position. In an embodiment, the invention includes a weapon mount including a base structure; a mounting structure pivotably coupled to the base structure; a weapon cradle pivotably coupled to the mounting structure, the weapon cradle configured to hold a weapon. The weapon mount also includes a first locking mechanism configured to restrict pivoting of the weapon cradle relative to the mounting structure in a vertical plane, the first locking mechanism comprising a first brake caliper; and a first brake rotor, wherein the first brake caliper selectively engages the first brake rotor. The weapon mount also includes a second locking mechanism configured to restrict pivoting of the mounting structure relative to the base structure in a horizontal plane, the second locking mechanism comprising a second brake caliper; and a second brake rotor, wherein the second brake caliper selectively engages the second brake rotor.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2009Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Assignee: Nobles Manufacturing, Inc.Inventors: Dave Carlson, Jeff Holsclaw
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Publication number: 20110283884Abstract: An inline water trap including a filter component and a panel connector configured to interface with a patient gas monitor. In one embodiment the inline water trap indicates to the patient gas monitor that it is in place and that the patient gas monitor may begin intaking and analyzing the filtered patient sample. The inline water trap receives a patient sample and filters water and contaminants from the sample before allowing the remaining gas portion of the sample to pass through to the patient gas monitor, thereby protecting the patient gas monitor from damage. One embodiment of the inline water trap additionally contains an RFID tag to indicate to the patient gas monitor that the correct type of inline water trap is engaged.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2011Publication date: November 24, 2011Inventors: Michael T. Larsen, Dave Carlson, Steven Coogan, Roy Henning, Daniel Schwarz, Deborah Zane
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Publication number: 20100186580Abstract: The invention relates to weapon mount systems that can be locked into a particular position. In an embodiment, the invention includes a weapon mount including a base structure; a mounting structure pivotably coupled to the base structure; a weapon cradle pivotably coupled to the mounting structure, the weapon cradle configured to hold a weapon. The weapon mount also includes a first locking mechanism configured to restrict pivoting of the weapon cradle relative to the mounting structure in a vertical plane, the first locking mechanism comprising a first brake caliper; and a first brake rotor, wherein the first brake caliper selectively engages the first brake rotor. The weapon mount also includes a second locking mechanism configured to restrict pivoting of the mounting structure relative to the base structure in a horizontal plane, the second locking mechanism comprising a second brake caliper; and a second brake rotor, wherein the second brake caliper selectively engages the second brake rotor.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2009Publication date: July 29, 2010Inventors: Dave Carlson, Jeff Holsclaw
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Publication number: 20080262789Abstract: A system that allows the remote measurement of the size, geometry, pitch and orientation of the roof sections of a building and then uses the information to provide an estimate to repair or replace the roof, or to install equipment thereon. The system includes an aerial image file database that shows aerial images of buildings in a designated area according to address. The slope and orientation images are typically oblique perspective views and top plan views of the buildings in the area. The system also includes an image analysis and calibration feature that enables the viewer to closely estimate the size, geometry and orientation of the building's roof sections. The information can then be used to prepare a cost estimate for the repair or replacement of the roof or installation of roof equipment.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2008Publication date: October 23, 2008Inventors: Chris Pershing, Dave Carlson
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Patent number: 7392898Abstract: A packaging process is disclosed. The process comprises the step of providing a bag. The bag includes a plurality of flexible panels including a first panel, a second panel and a third panel, the plurality of panels being disposed in stacked relation to one another with the second panel between the first panel and the third panel, and connected to one another to form a first pocket between the first panel and the second panel and a second pocket between the second panel and the third panel. The process further comprises the steps of: filling the first pocket with a first fertilizer product and the second pocket with a second fertilizer product; and sealing the first pocket and sealing the second pocket. A package produced by the process is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2004Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Assignee: Plant Products Co. Ltd.Inventors: Donald Bullock, Dave Carlson, Peter Medeiros, Ljiljana Lukic, Doreen Andrea, Gordon Jahn
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Publication number: 20050252794Abstract: A packaging process is disclosed. The process comprises the step of providing a bag. The bag includes a plurality of flexible panels including a first panel, a second panel and a third panel, the plurality of panels being disposed in stacked relation to one another with the second panel between the first panel and the third panel, and connected to one another to form a first pocket between the first panel and the second panel and a second pocket between the second panel and the third panel. The process further comprises the steps of: filling the first pocket with a first fertilizer product and the second pocket with a second fertilizer product; and sealing the first pocket and sealing the second pocket. A package produced by the process is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2004Publication date: November 17, 2005Applicant: Plant Products Co. Ltd.Inventors: Donald Bullock, Dave Carlson, Peter Medeiros, Ljiljana Lukic, Doreen Andrea, Gordon Jahn
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Patent number: 6922985Abstract: In a motor vehicle having an engine with an exhaust catalyst and an oxygen sensor upstream of the catalyst and an oxygen sensor downstream of the catalyst, a method for detecting whether the catalyst has aged. Over a test block period of time, the method periodically obtains upstream data points from an oxygen sensor located upstream of the catalyst and from and oxygen sensor located downstream of the catalyst. Absolute differences are calculated between consecutive pairs of the upstream data points and the downstream data points. A ratio between the sums of absolute differences is then calculated, and the ratio is used to determine whether the catalyst has aged.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2003Date of Patent: August 2, 2005Assignee: DaimlerChrysler CorporationInventors: Wei Wang, Jason E Wielenga, Bill Leisenring, Douglas M Stander, Dave Carlson, Mark J Poublon, Chris J Booms, Tom Stephens, Craig Summers, Danny K Schuelke, Richard K Moote
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Publication number: 20040139732Abstract: In a motor vehicle having an engine with an exhaust catalyst and an oxygen sensor upstream of the catalyst and an oxygen sensor downstream of the catalyst, a method for detecting whether the catalyst has aged. Over a test block period of time, the method periodically obtains upstream data points from an oxygen sensor located upstream of the catalyst and from and oxygen sensor located downstream of the catalyst. Absolute differences are calculated between consecutive pairs of the upstream data points and the downstream data points. A ratio between the sums of absolute differences is then calculated, and the ratio is used to determine whether the catalyst has aged.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2003Publication date: July 22, 2004Inventors: Wei Wang, Jason E. Wielenga, Bill Leisenring, Douglas M. Stander, Dave Carlson, Mark J. Poublon, Chris J. Booms, Tom Stephens, Craig Summers, Danny K. Schuelke, Richard K. Moote
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Publication number: 20010056422Abstract: An improved database access system is disclosed and claimed. The improved database access system comprises a thin client interface layer, an integration layer, and a data layer made up of a plurality of disparate databases. The integration layer provides consistent interface and finctionality enabling a single thin client interface to serve as a unified access means for numerous databases. Also an improved human resource system utilizing the improved database access system.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2001Publication date: December 27, 2001Inventors: Charles C. Benedict, John W. Crump, IV, Florence M. Tissot, James F. Hendrix, Christine M. Benedict, Thomas M. Kolaski, Dave Carlson