Patents by Inventor Dean Hollis

Dean Hollis 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).

  • Patent number: 11945176
    Abstract: A method for shaping a composite material, the method comprising positioning a composite system in a press tool, the press tool comprising a male mold and a corresponding female mold separated by a gap, wherein the male mold and the female mold each independently have a non-planar molding surface, compressing the composite system between the male mold and the female mold by closing the gap between the male mold and the female mold; and maintaining the male mold and the female mold in a closed position until the viscosity of the composite system reaches a level sufficient to maintain a molded shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2024
    Assignee: Cytec Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Tim Wybrow, Richard Hollis, Dean Wright, Richard Russell
  • Patent number: 11450246
    Abstract: A mobile product manufacturing demonstration, apparatus and method is intended to cut through the clutter and rise above the noise of typical marketing language and tactics, replacing the same with demonstrable, real-world demonstrations of how a producer is making a difference in terms of environmentally conscious manufacturing and good environmental stewardship. The mobile product manufacturing demonstration, apparatus and method includes a vehicle for transportation between rural townships and urban centers which itself is preferably battery powered, hydrogen powered, or powered by some other environmentally friendly mechanism. On board is a plurality of display stations which allow the public to interact with and/or manipulate materials used in the recycling and/or manufacturing process. Thus, the consumers will be able to see, hear, and feel (through touch and/or manipulation) how the products are made from recycled or recyclable materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: PIANA NONWOVENS, LLC.
    Inventors: Andrea Piana, Michael Stephen DeFranks, Andy Dean Hollis
  • Publication number: 20210241662
    Abstract: A mobile product manufacturing demonstration, apparatus and method is intended to cut through the clutter and rise above the noise of typical marketing language and tactics, replacing the same with demonstrable, real-world demonstrations of how a producer is making a difference in terms of environmentally conscious manufacturing and good environmental stewardship. The mobile product manufacturing demonstration, apparatus and method includes a vehicle for transportation between rural townships and urban centers which itself is preferably battery powered, hydrogen powered, or powered by some other environmentally friendly mechanism. On board is a plurality of display stations which allow the public to interact with and/or manipulate materials used in the recycling and/or manufacturing process. Thus, the consumers will be able to see, hear, and feel (through touch and/or manipulation) how the products are made from recycled or recyclable materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2021
    Publication date: August 5, 2021
    Inventors: Andrea Piana, Michael Stephen DeFranks, Andy Dean Hollis
  • Patent number: 7231262
    Abstract: Apparatus is provided for controlling and limiting the amount of time that a television, computer game, or other electrical appliance can be utilized. The apparatus is inserted in the electrical cord leading to the electrical appliance and is programmable to limit the amount of time that electricity flows through the electrical cord tot he electrical appliance. The plug end of the electrical cord of the appliance is locked into the apparatus to prevent the electrical appliance from being unplugged from the apparatus and plugged into an electrical wall outlet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2007
    Assignee: Enterprise Management Services, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Dean Hollis, Kevin C. Lestourgeon
  • Publication number: 20060025870
    Abstract: Apparatus is provided for controlling and limiting the amount of time that a television, computer game, or other electrical appliance can be utilized. The apparatus is inserted in the electrical cord leading to the electrical appliance and is programmable to limit the amount of time that electricity flows through the electrical cord tot he electrical appliance. The plug end of the electrical cord of the appliance is locked into the apparatus to prevent the electrical appliance from being unplugged from the apparatus and plugged into an electrical wall outlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2004
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Inventors: Dean Hollis, Kevin Lestourageon
  • Patent number: 6149057
    Abstract: A currency transfer system provides for the transfer of currency between two countries in which different languages are spoken. The system includes a pre-printed envelope including imprinted indicia indicating a preselected currency amount, an envelope identification number, and a security code. The system also includes a remote terminal, a host computer, and a dispensing terminal. The remote terminal transmits the preselected currency amount, the security code and the envelope identification number to the host computer. The host computer authorizes the dispensing of the preselected currency amount by the dispensing terminal on receipt from the dispensing terminal of the security code.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2000
    Inventor: Dean Hollis