Patents by Inventor Gary E. Mason
Gary E. Mason 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: 6514296Abstract: A dry preunit (10), includes a plurality of cells (110, 112, 114) in a true bipolar configuration, which are stacked and bonded together, to impart to the device an integral and unitary construction. Each cell (114) includes two electrically conductive electrodes (111A, 111B) that are spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The cell (114) also includes two identical dielectric gaskets (121, 123) that are interposed, in registration with each other, between the electrodes (111A, 11B), for separating and electrically insulating these electrodes. When the electrodes (111A, 111B), and the gaskets (121, 123) are bonded together, at least one fill gap (130) is formed for each cell. Each cell (114) also includes a porous and conductive coating layer (119, 120) that is formed on one surface of each electrode. The coating layer (119) includes a set of closely spaced-apart peripheral microprotrusions (125), and a set of distally spaced-apart central microprotrusions (127).Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 1998Date of Patent: February 4, 2003Assignee: Pacific ShinFu Technologies Co., Ltd.Inventors: K. C. Tsai, Gary E. Mason, Mark L. Goodwin, Nazir Ahmad, Davy Wu, Douglas Cromack, Robert R. Tong, James M. Poplett, Ronald L. Anderson, James P. Nelson, Alan B. McEwen
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Patent number: 6005764Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method to produce an electrical storage device having useful characteristics such as higher charge density, small volume, long-term reliable charge/discharge cycles, low leakage current, and the like. The dry preunit has useful properties in that it can be stored for long periods prior to contact with a non-aqueous or aqueous electrolyte. When the electrode surfaces are contacted with a non-aqueous or aqueous electrolyte, the novel capacitors produced are useful as a portable power supply in applications such as in defibrillator, electrical vehicles, radiotelephones etc.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 1995Date of Patent: December 21, 1999Assignee: Pinnacle Research Institute, Inc.Inventors: Ronald L. Anderson, Mark L. Goodwin, Gary E. Mason, Alan B. McEwen, James P. Nelson, James M. Poplett, Robert R. Tong, K. C. Tsai
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Patent number: 5867363Abstract: A dry preunit (10), includes a plurality of cells (110, 112, 114) in a true bipolar configuration, which are stacked and bonded together, to impart to the device an integral and unitary construction. Each cell (114) includes two electrically conductive electrodes (111A, 111B) that are spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The cell (114) also includes two identical dielectric gaskets (121, 123) that are interposed, in registration with each other, between the electrodes (111A, 111B), for separating and electrically insulating these electrodes. When the electrodes (111A, 111B), and the gaskets (121, 123) are bonded together, at least one fill gap (130) is formed for each cell. Each cell (114) also includes a porous and conductive coating layer (119, 120) that is formed on one surface of each electrode. The coating layer (119) includes a set of closely spaced-apart peripheral microprotrusions (125), and a set of distally spaced-apart central microprotrusions (127).Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 1994Date of Patent: February 2, 1999Assignee: Pinnacle Research Institute, Inc.Inventors: K. C. Tsai, Gary E. Mason, Mark L. Goodwin, Nazir Ahmad, Davy Wu, Douglas Cromack, Robert R. Tong, James M. Poplett, Ronald L. Anderson, James P. Nelson, Alan B. McEwen
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Patent number: 5711988Abstract: A dry preunit (10), includes a plurality of cells (110, 112, 114) in a true bipolar configuration, which are stacked and bonded together, to impart to the device an integral and unitary construction. Each cell (114) includes two electrically conductive electrodes (111A, 111B) that are spaced apart by a predetermined distance. The cell (114) also includes two identical dielectric gaskets (121,123) that are interposed, in registration with each other, between the electrodes (111A, 111B), for separating and electrically insulating these electrodes. When the electrodes (111A, 111B), and the gaskets (121, 123) are bonded together, at least one fill gap (130) is formed for each cell. Each cell (114) also includes a porous and conductive coating layer (119, 120) that is formed on one surface of each electrode. The coating layer (119) includes a set of closely spaced-apart peripheral microprotrusions (125), and a set of distally spaced-apart central microprotrusions (127).Type: GrantFiled: January 23, 1995Date of Patent: January 27, 1998Assignee: Pinnacle Research Institute, Inc.Inventors: K. C. Tsai, Gary E. Mason, Mark L. Goodwin
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Patent number: 5464453Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method to produce an electrical storage device having useful characteristics such as higher charge density, small volume, long-term reliable charge/discharge cycles, low leakage current, and the like. The dry preunit has useful properties in that it can be stored for long periods prior to contact with a non-aqueous or aqueous electrolyte. When the electrode surfaces are contacted with a non-aqueous or aqueous electrolyte, the novel capacitors produced are useful as a portable power supply in applications such as in defibrillator, electrical vehicles, radiotelephones etc.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 1992Date of Patent: November 7, 1995Assignee: Pinnacle Research Institute, Inc.Inventors: Robert R. Tong, James M. Poplett, Alan B. McEwen, Gary E. Mason, Mark L. Goodwin, K. C. Tsai, Ronald L. Anderson, James P. Nelson
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Patent number: 4618503Abstract: An edge seal for a lithium or other consumable metal anode comprises a hydrophobic, chemically inert polymer coating having a high ratio of flexural modulus to flexural strength, a low Izod impact value, and low elongation properties. The seal is applied to the edge of the anode under an atmosphere of gas which is non-reactive with the anodic metal.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 1985Date of Patent: October 21, 1986Assignee: Gould, Inc.Inventors: Arnold Z. Gordon, Jerry L. Morris, Gary E. Mason
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Patent number: 4266628Abstract: A push frame assembly for a scraper bowl is provided with a tubular structural member extending between, and being rigidly fastened directly to, the side walls of the push frame. A push block and a spreader tube are, likewise, connected between the side walls to produce a relatively rigid frame assembly. In one form of the invention, the tubular structural member has a transverse sleeve therethrough through which an ejector cylinder passes, while in another form of the invention, the tubular structural member has provision for receiving a differential and has reinforced mounts on the one side thereof for connection of ejector cylinders thereto. A method of making a push frame assembly is provided wherein a pair of side walls are fastened directly to a tubular member with a spreader tube and a push block framework connected to the side walls to produce a stronger push frame assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 1979Date of Patent: May 12, 1981Assignee: Caterpillar Tractor Co.Inventors: George A. Fisher, Gary E. Mason
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Patent number: 4183551Abstract: A push frame assembly for a scraper bowl is provided with a tubular structural member extending between, and being rigidly fastened directly to, the side walls of the push frame. A push block and a spreader tube are, likewise, connected between the side walls to produce a relatively rigid frame assembly. In one form of the invention, the tubular structural member has a transverse sleeve therethrough through which an ejector cylinder passes, while in another form of the invention, the tubular structural member has provision for receiving a differential and has reinforced mounts on the one side thereof for connection of ejector cylinders thereto. A method of making a push frame assembly is provided wherein a pair of side walls are fastened directly to a tubular member with a spreader tube and a push block framework connected to the side walls to produce a stronger push frame assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 1977Date of Patent: January 15, 1980Assignee: Caterpillar Tractor Co.Inventors: George A. Fisher, Gary E. Mason
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Patent number: 4090314Abstract: A lifting and tie-down arrangement is provided for a push frame and scraper bowl assembly and includes a first bracket removably affixed to the outside and/or inside of the draft arm socket in the side walls of the scraper bowl. A second bracket is selectively affixed to the side legs of the push frame whereby lifting equipment connected to the first bracket on the outside of the bowl and to one second bracket on the push frame can be used to safely lift the assembly. Tie-down cables connected to one first bracket on the inside of the bowl and to the other second bracket on the push frame can be used to safely tie the assembly to a flatcar or the like.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 1977Date of Patent: May 23, 1978Assignee: Caterpillar Tractor Co.Inventor: Gary E. Mason