Patents by Inventor G. Bullock
G. Bullock 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: 20240168558Abstract: A finger-mounted device may include finger-mounted units. The finger-mounted units may each have a body that serves as a support structure for components such as force sensors, accelerometers, and other sensors and for haptic output devices. The body may have sidewall portions coupled by a portion that rests adjacent to a user's fingernail. The body may be formed from deformable material such as metal or may be formed from adjustable structures such as sliding body portions that are coupled to each other using magnetic attraction, springs, or other structures. The body of each finger-mounted unit may have a U-shaped cross-sectional profile that leaves the finger pad of each finger exposed when the body is coupled to a fingertip of a user's finger. Control circuitry may gather finger press input, lateral finger movement input, and finger tap input using the sensors and may provide haptic output using the haptic output device.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2024Publication date: May 23, 2024Inventors: Paul X. Wang, Alex J. Lehmann, Michael J. Rockwell, Michael Y. Cheung, Ray L. Chang, Hongcheng Sun, Ian M. Bullock, Kyle J. Nekimken, Madeleine S. Cordier, Seung Wook Kim, David H. Bloom, Scott G. Johnston
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Publication number: 20240149287Abstract: Embodiments include individual physical spray nozzles that have passageways inside to combine fluids that flow out of the spray nozzles. The nozzles have at least two valves that are opened and closed in an interleaved manner. The nozzles have multiple outlets. Such nozzles are mounted on a variety of implements including agricultural or industrial spray booms.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2023Publication date: May 9, 2024Inventors: Travis G. Funseth, Stacy L. Bullock, Richard A. Humpal
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Patent number: 11970313Abstract: An insulating container having a base and a lid is provided. The lid may be rotatable about a hinge from a closed configuration to an open configuration and may be secured, via one or more latching devices, in the closed configuration. In some examples, the insulating container further includes a pull handle assembly with a telescopic three-stage arm configuration defined by a stowed configuration, a partially extended configuration, and a fully extended configuration. In other examples, the insulating container further includes a wheel assembly with a pair of wheels mounted with one or two axles, and further including a wheel grommet for absorbing shock and cushioning the axle. In still other examples, the insulating container further includes a drain plug assembly on the rear sidewall adjacent to the bottom portion of the base, the drain plug assembly comprising a main tube that cooperatively engages with an outer tube with a plurality of ratchet teeth that engage one or more ratchet keys on the main tube.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2022Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: YETI Coolers, LLCInventors: Liza Morris, Andrew J. Winterhalter, Robert Secker, Dustin R. Bullock, Elizabeth Ruchte, Ryan Nixon, Derek G. Sullivan, John Loudenslager, John Fritz, Erik Steven Larson, Lance Harrison, Michael Christopher Cieszko
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Patent number: 11914780Abstract: A finger-mounted device may include finger-mounted units. The finger-mounted units may each have a body that serves as a support structure for components such as force sensors, accelerometers, and other sensors and for haptic output devices. The body may have sidewall portions coupled by a portion that rests adjacent to a user's fingernail. The body may be formed from deformable material such as metal or may be formed from adjustable structures such as sliding body portions that are coupled to each other using magnetic attraction, springs, or other structures. The body of each finger-mounted unit may have a U-shaped cross-sectional profile that leaves the finger pad of each finger exposed when the body is coupled to a fingertip of a user's finger. Control circuitry may gather finger press input, lateral finger movement input, and finger tap input using the sensors and may provide haptic output using the haptic output device.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2022Date of Patent: February 27, 2024Assignee: Apple Inc.Inventors: Paul X Wang, Alex J. Lehmann, Michael J. Rockwell, Michael Y. Cheung, Ray L. Chang, Hongcheng Sun, Ian M. Bullock, Kyle J. Nekimken, Madeleine S. Cordier, Seung Wook Kim, David H. Bloom, Scott G. Johnston
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Patent number: 10584537Abstract: An over-bit backreamer. The backreamer is configured to be placed over a bit without detaching the bit from a drill string associated with a pilot bore. The backreamer has an internal surface that conforms to a steering surface of the bit. Rotation is transferred from the bit to the backreamer at the internal surface. The backreamer further defines a flange which interacts with a feature, such as a heel, on the bit. The flange and heel form a shoulder which transfers pullback force to the bit. The backreamer comprises a pullback eye that pulls a product pipe back through the borehole.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2019Date of Patent: March 10, 2020Assignee: Radius HDD Direct LLCInventors: David G. Bullock, Ronald F. Wright, Jr.
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Publication number: 20190242190Abstract: An over-bit backreamer. The backreamer is configured to be placed over a bit without detaching the bit from a drill string associated with a pilot bore. The backreamer has an internal surface that conforms to a steering surface of the bit. Rotation is transferred from the bit to the backreamer at the internal surface. The backreamer further defines a flange which interacts with a feature, such as a heel, on the bit. The flange and heel form a shoulder which transfers pullback force to the bit. The backreamer comprises a pullback eye that pulls a product pipe back through the borehole.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2019Publication date: August 8, 2019Inventors: David G. Bullock, Ronald F. Wright, JR.
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Patent number: 10350441Abstract: The instant invention relates to an apparatus and method for enhancing the fire extinguishing properties of water for use with fire fighting aircraft. The apparatus and method includes the steps of, and equipment for, transferring media into a holding tank in aircraft; filling a reservoir hopper with water in the aircraft; calculating the amount of media to be added to the reservoir; drawing the calculated amount of media into the reservoir to form an enhanced fire fighting admixture while the aircraft is in flight, wherein the admixture is offloaded by a controlled discharge for use in fighting forest fires.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2016Date of Patent: July 16, 2019Assignee: GelTech Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Peter Cordani, Matthew E. Struzziero, Edward G. Kleiman, Michael C. Story, Marc A. Gerth, Reagan G. Bullock, James B. Story, Victor D. Trotter
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Patent number: 10301880Abstract: An over-bit backreamer. The backreamer is configured to be placed over a bit without detaching the hit from a drill string associated with a pilot bore. The backreamer has an internal surface that conforms to a steering surface of the hit. Rotation is transferred from the bit to the backreamer at the internal surface. The backreamer further defines a flange which interacts with a feature, such as a heel, on the bit. The flange and heel form a shoulder which transfers pullback force to the bit. The backreamer comprises a pullback eye that pulls a product pipe back through the borehole.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2016Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Assignee: Radius HDD Direct, LLCInventors: David G. Bullock, Ronald F. Wright, Jr.
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Publication number: 20170109712Abstract: A method for generating a maintenance schedule for a machine is provided. The method includes receiving an identification code of the machine to be maintained. The method includes identifying the machine based on the identification code. The method includes obtaining at least one machine parameter associated with the maintenance of the machine. The method includes receiving a first input indicative of selecting a component in the machine. The method also includes receiving a second input indicative of a notification frequency for the selected component. The method also sending a notification based on the notification frequency. The method also includes receiving a third input, in response to the notification. The third input is indicative of an operational parameter of the component. The method further includes generating the maintenance schedule of the component based on the received operational parameter of the component and the predetermined maintenance schedule.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2015Publication date: April 20, 2017Applicant: CATERPILLAR INC.Inventor: Robert G. Bullock
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Publication number: 20170089143Abstract: An over-bit backreamer. The backreamer is configured to be placed over a bit without detaching the hit from a drill string associated with a pilot bore. The backreamer has an internal surface that conforms to a steering surface of the hit. Rotation is transferred from the bit to the backreamer at the internal surface. The backreamer further defines a flange which interacts with a feature, such as a heel, on the bit. The flange and heel form a shoulder which transfers pullback force to the bit. The backreamer comprises a pullback eye that pulls a product pipe back through the borehole.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2016Publication date: March 30, 2017Inventors: DAVID G. BULLOCK, RONALD F. WRIGHT, JR.
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Publication number: 20170072236Abstract: The instant invention relates to an apparatus and method for enhancing the fire extinguishing properties of water for use with fire fighting aircraft. The apparatus and method includes the steps of, and equipment for, transferring media into a holding tank in aircraft; filling a reservoir hopper with water in the aircraft; calculating the amount of media to be added to the reservoir; drawing the calculated amount of media into the reservoir to form an enhanced fire fighting admixture while the aircraft is in flight, wherein the admixture is offloaded by a controlled discharge for use in fighting forest fires.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Peter Cordani, Matthew E. Struzziero, Edward G. Kleiman, Michael C. Story, Marc A. Gerth, Reagan G. Bullock, James B. Story, Victor D. Trotter
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Publication number: 20140338982Abstract: A drill bit for use in horizontal directional drilling. In a preferred embodiment the drill bit has a connector section having a first axis of rotation. The connector section is used to connect the drill bit to a beacon housing for thrust and rotation therewith. A bit body is disposed next to the connector section and slopes from the connector section to a front nose section. The front nose section has a frontwardly facing surface that supports a plurality of cutting teeth. The front nose section and the bit body comprise a second axis of rotation about which the front nose section and the bit body are rotated. The first axis of rotation and the second axis of rotation are angularly offset at an offset angle of between four degrees and ten degrees.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2011Publication date: November 20, 2014Applicant: Radius HDD Direct LLCInventors: Ronald F. Wright, JR., David G. Bullock
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Patent number: 8662201Abstract: An assembly for housing a beacon comprising a number of tools for tracking and locating a drill bit. The assembly is for use as part of a drill string for horizontal directional drilling applications. The housing allows the beacon to be loaded at an end, and provides a side window at an opposite end for viewing the orientation of the beacon within the housing. The housing comprises a locating tab for pairing with a locating slot of the beacon to provide proper orientation. The window has a removable cover to secure the beacon when the access window is not needed for inspection of the beacon.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2011Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Assignee: Radius HDD Direct, LLCInventors: Ronald F. Wright, Jr., David G. Bullock
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Patent number: 8544569Abstract: An offset rock bit (12) has a steering face (28) and a shoe (30) provided by a recess formed into the steering face (28). A slot (66) formed into the shoe (30) for receiving a pull back adapter (50) in a centrally located position in the forward end of the offset rock bit (12). The pull back 5 adapter (50) has a pull back eye (52) with a central axis (62) which is aligned with a centrally disposed longitudinal axis (20) of the offset rock bit (12) and the tool string (10). This aligns the pull back eye (52) of the pull back adapter (50) with a borehole formed using the offset rock bit (12). The pull back adapter (50) also includes side edges (54, 56) which are configured for centering the pull back adapter (50) and pull back conduit within the borehole.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2012Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: Radius HDD Direct, LLCInventors: Ronald F. Wright, David G. Bullock
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Publication number: 20120152621Abstract: An offset rock bit (12) has a steering face (28) and a shoe (30) provided by a recess formed into the steering face (28). A slot (66) formed into the shoe (30) for receiving a pull back adapter (50) in a centrally located position in the forward end of the offset rock bit (12). The pull back 5 adapter (50) has a pull back eye (52) with a central axis (62) which is aligned with a centrally disposed longitudinal axis (20) of the offset rock bit (12) and the tool string (10). This aligns the pull back eye (52) of the pull back adapter (50) with a borehole formed using the offset rock bit (12). The pull back adapter (50) also includes side edges (54, 56) which are configured for centering the pull back adapter (50) and pull back conduit within the borehole.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2012Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: Radius HDD Direct, LLCInventors: Ronald F. Wright, JR., David G. Bullock
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Patent number: 8122979Abstract: An offset rock bit (12) has a steering face (28) and a shoe (30) provided by a recess formed into the steering face (28). A slot (66) formed into the shoe (30) for receiving a pull back adapter (50) in a centrally located position in the forward end of the offset rock bit (12). The pull back adapter (50) has a pull back eye (52) with a central axis (62) which is aligned with a centrally disposed longitudinal axis (20) of the offset rock bit (12) and the tool string (10). This aligns the pull back eye (52) of the pull back adapter (50) with a borehole formed using the offset rock bit (12). The pull back adapter (50) also includes side edges (54, 56) which are configured for centering the pull back adapter (50) and pull back conduit within the borehole.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: Radius HDD Direct, LLCInventors: Ronald F. Wright, Jr., David G. Bullock
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Publication number: 20110017032Abstract: Trimming apparatus for books and similar materials are detailed. Dynamic variability of the apparatus allows sizes of successive materials to differ in two dimensions—both from spine to face and from head to foot. The result is a processing system with substantially greater utility than presently available, as the system may process respective materials of multiple different sizes without stopping the apparatus to adjust positions of the cutting implements.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2010Publication date: January 27, 2011Applicant: World Color Press Inc.Inventors: Kenneth A. Hutchins, Ricky G. Bullock
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Patent number: 7600582Abstract: An instrument housing for a drill string, comprising: a cylindrical housing having a cavity for receiving an instrument assembly such as a transmitter sonde; an elongated side load opening disposed parallel with and toward one end of the cavity and formed through a side of the cylindrical housing into the cavity. The side load opening is substantially shorter than the length of the instrument assembly; and an elongated side load door assembly is configured to fit within the side load opening, to enclose and secure the instrument assembly within the cylindrical housing such that the instrument is protected from loss or damage due to loss or damage to the side load door during operation.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2006Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Assignee: Texas HDD, LLCInventors: Ronald (Riff) F. Wright, Jr., David G. Bullock
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Publication number: 20020072430Abstract: A putter and putter head for use during putting practice. The practice putter has a shaft with a grip at an upper end and a putter head that is designed to improve a golfer's ability to contact the golf ball on the sweet spot of the putter head. The putter head has a body having a front surface with a relatively small, centrally-located, flat ball contact surface that comprises a sweet spot of the putter head and lateral portions that taper rearwardly away from the ball contact surface. Striking a golf ball with the flat ball contact surface propels the ball in a desired direction, while a mishit propels the ball in an undesirable direction. This clearly indicates to the golfer whether or not the ball was stuck on the sweet spot of the putter head and induce the golfer to properly contact the sweet spot to correctly strike the golf ball.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2000Publication date: June 13, 2002Inventors: Michael D. Bullock, Jeffrey G. Bullock
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Patent number: 6085784Abstract: A quick connect hose assembly is provided for a widespread faucet including a spout and a pair of end bodies mounted to a deck at spaced locations from the spout. The quick connect hose assembly includes a T-connector slidably mounted on an end of a waterway tube connected to the spout. The T-connector includes a pair of serrated hose connecting portions. A pair of connector members are provided including a hollow body portion which slidably receives a bottom portion of the end bodies and an outwardly extending serrated hose connecting portion extending from the hollow body portion. A first hose is connected between the T-connector and one of the connector members and a second hose is connected between the T-connector and the other connector member.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 1998Date of Patent: July 11, 2000Assignee: Emhart Inc.Inventors: Mark S. Bloom, Donald J. Segien, Jr., Neil G. Bullock