Patents by Inventor Donald Kirk
Donald Kirk 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: 20240113463Abstract: A cable connector with improved performance and ease of use. The connector has staggered ports to reduce crosstalk and to prevent incorrect insertion of a plug into a receptacle. The plug may be constructed with subassemblies, each of which has a lossy central portion. Conductive members embedded within an insulative housing of the subassemblies may be used to electrically connect ground conductors within the subassemblies. Further, the connector may have a quick connect locking screw that can be engaged by pressing on the screw, but requires rotation of the screw to remove. Additionally, a ferrule may be used in making a mechanical connection between a cable bundle and a plug and making an electrical connection between a braid of the cable bundle and a conductive shell of the plug. The ferrule may be in multiple pieces for easy attachment while precluding deformation of the cable, which disrupts electrical performance.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 14, 2023Publication date: April 4, 2024Applicant: Amphenol CorporationInventors: Donald W. Milbrand, JR., Prescott B. Atkinson, Brian Kirk
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Patent number: 11065841Abstract: A method for producing an asphaltic sheet, the method comprising of providing an asphaltic sheet; and applying expandable graphite particles to the asphaltic sheet.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2017Date of Patent: July 20, 2021Assignee: Firestone Building Products Company, LLCInventors: Wensheng Zhou, Donald Kirk, James Young, Robert Anderson, Joseph Standeford, Lance Black
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Publication number: 20190186027Abstract: A process for producing glycerol carbonate can include providing an electrolyte including CO2 and glycerol in an electrochemical reaction unit, and applying an electrochemical potential between an anode and a cathode immersed in the electrolyte to electrochemically transform the CO2 and glycerol into glycerol carbonate. Providing reduced viscosity and/or certain temperature conditions can advantageously enhance production. The CO2 can be supplied via a CO2-loaded stream obtained from an absorption reactor, or as a gas phase, into the electrochemical reaction unit. The resulting reaction mixture can be processed by solvent extraction of the glycerol carbonate, while the recovered glycerol can be recycled for reuse in electrochemical reactions. Systems including an electrochemical reaction unit, an extractor, an optional absorption reactor, an optional water removal unit, and an optional CO2 gas recycle assembly, is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2017Publication date: June 20, 2019Inventors: Donald KIRK, Hui Huang HOE
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Publication number: 20170298201Abstract: A method for producing an asphaltic sheet, the method comprising of providing an asphaltic sheet; and applying expandable graphite particles to the asphaltic sheet.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2017Publication date: October 19, 2017Applicant: FIRESTONE BUILDING PRODUCTS CO., LLCInventors: Wensheng ZHOU, Donald KIRK, James YOUNG, Robert ANDERSON, Joseph STANDEFORD, Lance BLACK
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Publication number: 20150197884Abstract: An asphaltic sheet comprising an asphaltic component including an asphalt binder and expandable graphite.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2013Publication date: July 16, 2015Inventors: Wensheng Zhou, Donald Kirk, James Young, Robert Anderson, Joseph Standeford, Lance Black
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Publication number: 20050148250Abstract: A roofing membrane (10) is formed by impregnating and coating a composite material (11) with a bituminous material. The composite material (11) is formed with a first layer (12) made of a non-woven polyester mat. A second layer (13) is positioned adjacent to the first layer (12) and is formed as a non-woven fiberglass scrim. An optional third layer (14) is positioned adjacent to the second layer (13) and is formed of a non-woven polyester scrim. A fourth layer (15) is positioned adjacent to the third layer (14) and is made of a non-woven polyester mat. A fifth layer (16) is positioned adjacent to the fourth layer (15) and is also a non-woven polyester mat. The layers (12, 13, 14, 15, 16) may be attached by needle punching to form the composite material (11).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2004Publication date: July 7, 2005Inventors: Terence O'Connor, Donald Kirk
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Patent number: 6196567Abstract: A folding base for a kick stand comprising a stack of panels disposed within a housing. The panels are rotatably attached to the housing by means of a spindle, and may alternately be fanned out into an extended position, or retracted into the housing for storage and/or transportation. The housing comprises an upper deck sized to accommodate a kick stand foot of a two-wheeled vehicle kick stand. When extended, the folding base for a kick stand provides a secure base to prevent the kick stand foot from sinking into soft surfaces such as mud, grass, sand, etc., thereby preventing the two-wheeled vehicle such as a motorcycle or bicycle from toppling over and possibly being damaged or hurting someone. The kick stand foot is securely held in place on the housing upper deck by means of a clip and upper deck walls. Due to the resilient nature of the clip, the folding base for a kick stand may be quickly and easily installed and removed from the kick stand.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 1999Date of Patent: March 6, 2001Inventors: Donald Kirk Lynam, James McMullen
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Patent number: 5596029Abstract: This invention relates to an intumescent composition of the two-component type, comprising:(A) an amino-formaldehyde resin; and(B) an ester of phosphoric acid in admixture with an additive selected from the group consisting of a water scavenger, a filler, a pigment, a surfactant and a mixture thereof.This composition is suitable for use as a fire protection agent, particularly for the coating or impregnation, respectively, of fiberglass mats.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 1994Date of Patent: January 21, 1997Assignees: Akro-Fireguard Products, Inc., Chemische Fabrik Budenheim Rudolf A. OetkerInventors: Sieghard Goebelbecker, Hans-Dieter Naegerl, George J. Danker, Donald Kirk
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Patent number: 4511919Abstract: A system for scrambling a video signal that includes a vertical blanking interval of equalizing pulses spaced at half line intervals followed by serrations which are, in turn, followed by equalizing pulses spaced at half-line intervals and thereafter by horizontal pulses spaced from each other at intervals of two half-lines each. The scrambling includes (a) providing an unsuppressed interval in each field which extends through the first horizontal sync pulse preceded by a two half-line space and (b) suppressing horizontal sync pulses occurring after the first horizontal sync pulse preceded by a two half-line space.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1981Date of Patent: April 16, 1985Assignee: Hamlin International Corp.Inventors: James Forgey, Donald Kirk, Jr.
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Patent number: 4215370Abstract: A video multiplexing communications system for distributing two distinct video programs via a single satellite channel utilizes time division principles, transmitting alternating lines of video information for the two programs by a single frequency modulated carrier to increase FM carrier-to-noise, thereby also maintaining each video program signal-to-noise ratio above FM detection threshold. The alternating lines are compacted in time and occupy a substantial portion of the synchronizing pulse period of the video lines; one line is partially repeated to reduce spurious system transient responses upon inter-program line switching; and amplitude expansion/reduction may be employed to maintain a large FM carrier deviation.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 1978Date of Patent: July 29, 1980Assignee: Digital Communications, Inc.Inventor: Donald Kirk, Jr.
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Patent number: 4191968Abstract: A television communications system enhances the video signal-to-noise ratio by delaying video intelligence over an interval (as by loading the video into a store therefor), while obtaining a measure of its average value and dynamic range. At the transmitter, the video is then read out from memory, has its average value diluted and is amplified before transmission to approach the channel amplitude capacity.At the receiver, the communicated average value and dynamic range signals are utilized to restore the average value to the received wave--and to appropriately reduce its relative amplitude. The concomitant channel amplitude reduction, with offsetting amplitude enhancement at the transmitter, improves the composite channel transmission ratio.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 1978Date of Patent: March 4, 1980Assignee: Digital Communications, Inc.Inventor: Donald Kirk, Jr.
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Patent number: 4149508Abstract: An automotive ignition system utilized multiple sparks for each cylinder ignition to ensure complete burning of the fuel mixture therein. To this end, a plurality of control signals are produced each time the engine breaker points or other timing apparatus signals that a chamber is conditioned for combustion. Successive control signals during each combustion cycle build up and collapse a magnetic field in the primary winding of the ignition coil to thereby generate the requisite multiple sparking. The resultant complete burning of the fuel mixture in each cylinder results in increased gas mileage, reduced air pollution, and improved and continued high level engine performance, notwithstanding degradation in ignition system elements.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 1977Date of Patent: April 17, 1979Inventors: Donald Kirk, Jr., Kirk M. Charles
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Patent number: 4084434Abstract: In an apparatus for continuous draw-off of yarn from a package at a measured rate and under regulated tension, the yarn can either be passed to a waste receptacle for a predetermined length of time or can be metered to a scale for subsequent determination of yarn weight per unit length (denier). Diversion of the running yarn from one path to the other is achieved without affecting yarn draw-off rates and tensions.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 1977Date of Patent: April 18, 1978Assignee: E. I. Du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Lewis Charles Goodrich, Theron Robert Holt, Joseph Cyril Osborne, Donald Kirk Pusey, James William Roxlo
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Patent number: 4060217Abstract: Concrete forms for building a concrete spillway using prefabricated metal concrete forms. The concrete forms being adaptable for building spillways having various widths, heights and lengths. The spillways are used to control water runoff during heavy rains and prevent soil erosion of farm and ranch land.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 1975Date of Patent: November 29, 1977Inventor: Donald Kirk
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Patent number: 3975585Abstract: A one-way cable communications system -- as for a lodging facility, distributes commercial and supplementary video programming from common equipment to spaced subscriber stations located, for example, in each hotel-motel room. Heterodyne converter apparatus is included at each station for viewing the supplementary programming on a standard television receiver.The system includes common address and command transmitting, and room terminal receiving equipment to control the video reception mode for the several room terminals.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 1973Date of Patent: August 17, 1976Assignee: Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.Inventors: Donald Kirk, Jr., Michael J. Paolini