Patents by Inventor Gregory E. Hannon
Gregory E. Hannon 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: 8828167Abstract: A stitchless seam between a first panel having a functional layer and a second panel having a functional layer is provided. The seam system is formed via a discontinuous fused stitchless seam which connects a first panel to a second panel. A reinforcement may be used to strengthen the discontinuous fused stitchless seam connecting the first panel to the second panel, allowing formation of a liquid-impervious stitchless seam system. A method for forming the system is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 2013Date of Patent: September 9, 2014Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventor: Gregory E. Hannon
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Patent number: 8435617Abstract: A stitchless seam between a first panel having a functional layer and a second panel having a functional layer is provided. The seam system is formed via a discontinuous fused stitchless seam which connects a first panel to a second panel. A reinforcement may be used to strengthen the discontinuous fused stitchless seam connecting the first panel to the second panel, allowing formation of a liquid-impervious stitchless seam system. A method for forming the system is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2006Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventor: Gregory E. Hannon
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Publication number: 20090211852Abstract: Self-lubricating fastener devices with interlocking rails or interlocking members of a polymer and a slip system additive with a roughening agent and lubricant dispersed throughout the polymer are provided. Methods for production of self-lubricating fastener devices and their use in liquid-resistant or liquid-proof articles are also provided. A particular advantage is the ability of the devices to repeatedly reestablish a self-lubricated surface, even after solvent cleaning.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2008Publication date: August 27, 2009Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, Charles Thomas Rosenmayer, David T. Zador, John E. Trouba
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Publication number: 20080273819Abstract: A closure device is provided having an upper seal member with at least one tongue having a forward facing tip and a reverse facing tip configured to interlock with a matingly configured lower seal member.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2008Publication date: November 6, 2008Inventors: Gregory E. HANNON, Charles Thomas ROSENMAYER
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Patent number: 7434272Abstract: Liquidproof seams are formed between laminates, most preferably those having a complex textile structure on the sealing side of the laminate, where at least a portion of the complex textile in the sealing region is removed, such as by skiving, to reduce the thickness in the seam, or sealing region, prior to the creation of a durably sealed liquidproof seam.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2006Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: Gore Enterprise Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, William G. Hardie, Timothy J. Smith
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Patent number: 7356946Abstract: Liquidproof seams are formed between laminates, most preferably those having a complex textile structure on the sealing side of the laminate, where at least a portion of the complex textile in the sealing region is removed, such as by skiving, to reduce the thickness in the seam, or sealing region, prior to the creation of a durably sealed liquidproof seam.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2004Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Gore Enterprise Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, William G. Hardie, Timothy J. Smith
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Publication number: 20080044614Abstract: A stitchless seam between a first panel having a functional layer and a second panel having a functional layer is provided. The seam system is formed via a discontinuous fused stitchless seam which connects a first panel to a second panel. A reinforcement may be used to strengthen the discontinuous fused stitchless seam connecting the first panel to the second panel, allowing formation of a liquid-impervious stitchless seam system. A method for forming the system is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2006Publication date: February 21, 2008Inventor: Gregory E. Hannon
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Patent number: 7117545Abstract: Liquidproof seams are formed between laminates, most preferably those having a complex textile structure on the sealing side of the laminate, where at least a portion of the complex textile in the sealing region is removed, such as by skiving, to reduce the thickness in the seam, or sealing region, prior to the creation of a durably sealed liquidproof seam.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2003Date of Patent: October 10, 2006Assignee: Gore Enterprise Holdings Inc.Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, William G. Hardie, Timothy J. Smith
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Patent number: 5982542Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse transflectance of light. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity and transmission of light across a wide spectrum of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse transflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 1997Date of Patent: November 9, 1999Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor
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Patent number: 5905594Abstract: The present invention is an improved reflector for use in a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) luminaire and a luminaire incorporating such a reflector. The present invention achieves significantly improved light output from a CFL by employing a reflector of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene. Not only is light output improved over presently employed CFL luminaire reflectors, providing more light and/or allowing for less energy usage, but the luminaire of the present invention also produces a more pleasing light output.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 1996Date of Patent: May 18, 1999Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor, Gregory E. Hannon
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Patent number: 5892621Abstract: The present invention relates to surfaces used to reflect light, and particularly to highly light reflectant surfaces that provide even diffusion of light for the purpose of maximizing light efficiency and/or uniformity in a luminaire. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity across a wide spectrum of visible light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse reflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 1996Date of Patent: April 6, 1999Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor, Gregory E. Hannon
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Patent number: 5885738Abstract: The present invention is an improved printable sheet for use in a variety of applications requiring extreme image durability and weather (e.g., water) resistance. The printable sheet of the present invention employs an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sheet comprising a series of polymeric nodes interconnected by fibrils. Images can be applied to this sheet using a variety of means, including pen and ink, electrostatic printing, screen printing, offset printing, etc. These images have proven to be very durable and capable of substantial wear, water exposure, and general abuse. Moreover, the printable sheet of the present invention is capable of being cleaned and reused over and over again once any given image is no longer of interest.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 1997Date of Patent: March 23, 1999Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventor: Gregory E. Hannon
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Patent number: 5838406Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse reflectivity of light in backlighted visual displays, such as liquid crystal displays (LCD) employed in a wide variety of applications. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity across a wide spectrum of visible light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse reflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 1995Date of Patent: November 17, 1998Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor, Gregory E. Hannon
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Patent number: 5781342Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse transflectance of light. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity and transmission of light across a wide spectrum of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse transflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 1995Date of Patent: July 14, 1998Assignee: W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor
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Patent number: 5689364Abstract: Improved material and method for reflecting light in a photoinduction chamber is provided. The material comprises one or more layers of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) membrane. Employing an ePTFE membrane as a reflective surfaces is demonstrated as providing excellent diffuse reflective properties, especially in the ultraviolet and visible ranges of light. Additionally, the material of the present invention has many other properties that make it particularly desirable for use in various photoinduction chamber applications, including inertness, flexibility, ease in shaping and installation, etc.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 1995Date of Patent: November 18, 1997Assignee: W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor, Gregory E. Hannon, Robert Lyon Henn
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Patent number: 5596450Abstract: The present invention is an improved material and method for use for providing diffuse reflectivity of light. By employing an expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) comprising a microstructure of polymeric nodes and fibrils, the material of the present invention demonstrates exceptional diffuse reflectivity across a wide spectrum of visible and infrared light. Additionally, the material of the present invention provides many properties that have been previously unavailable in highly diffuse reflective material, including a high degree of malleability, moldability and flexibility, and effective reflectivity even at relatively thin cross-sections.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 1995Date of Patent: January 21, 1997Assignee: W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.Inventors: Gregory E. Hannon, Gordon L. McGregor, Raymond B. Minor
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Patent number: 5585190Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel process for forming thin metal matrix composite bodies. Particularly, an infiltration enhancer and/or an infiltrating atmosphere are in communication with a filler material or preform, at least at some point during the process, which permits molten matrix metal to spontaneously infiltrate the filler material or preform. Such spontaneous infiltration occurs without the application of any pressure or vacuum. In an embodiment of the present invention, the filler material may be sprayed upon a thin sheet of matrix metal. Alternatively, the filler material may be shaped via tape casting, slip casting, etc. to provide a thin preform. In another embodiment of the present invention, a body of matrix metal may be coated with a filler material such that upon spontaneous infiltration a metal matrix composite body is produced which inversely replicates the configuration of the original body of matrix metal.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 1994Date of Patent: December 17, 1996Assignee: Lanxide Technology Company, LPInventors: Marc S. Newkirk, Michael K. Aghajanian, Gregory E. Hannon, Allyn L. McCormick, Gerhard H. Schiroky, Michael A. Rocazella, Robert C. Kantner
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Patent number: 5529108Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel process for forming thin metal matrix composite bodies. Particularly, an infiltration enhancer and/or an infiltrating atmosphere are in communication with a filler material or preform, at least, at some point during the process, which permits molten matrix metal to spontaneously infiltrate the filler material or preform. Such spontaneous infiltration occurs without the application of any pressure or vacuum. In an embodiment of the present invention, the filler material may be sprayed upon a thin sheet of matrix metal. Alternatively, the filler material may be shaped via tape casting, slip casting, etc. to provide a thin preform. In another embodiment of the present invention, a body of matrix metal may be coated with a filler material such that upon spontaneous infiltration a metal matrix composite body is produced which inversely replicates the configuration of the original body of matrix metal.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 1993Date of Patent: June 25, 1996Assignee: Lanxide Technology Company, LPInventors: Marc S. Newkirk, Michael K. Aghajanian, Gregory E. Hannon, Allyn L. McCormick, Gerhard H. Schiroky, Michael A. Rocazella, Robert C. Kantner
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Patent number: 5526867Abstract: The present invention relates to the formation of a macrocomposite body for use as an electronic package or container. The macrocomposite body is formed by spontaneously infiltrating a permeable mass of filler material or a preform with molten matrix metal and bonding the spontaneously infiltrated material to at least one second material such as a ceramic or ceramic containing body or a metal or metal containing body. Moreover, prior to infiltration, the filler material or preform is placed into contact with at least a portion of a second material such that after infiltration of the filler material or preform by molten matrix metal, the infiltrated material is bonded to said second material, thereby forming a macrocomposite body. The macrocomposite body may then be coated by techniques according to the present invention to enhance its performance or bonding capabilities.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 1995Date of Patent: June 18, 1996Assignee: Lanxide Technology Company, LPInventors: Steven D. Keck, Michael A. Rocazella, Peter M. Engelgau, Gregory E. Hannon, Danny R. White, Alan S. Nagelberg
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Patent number: 5505248Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel process for forming metal matrix composite bodies by using a barrier material. Particularly, an infiltration enhancer or an infiltration enhancer precursor or an infiltrating atmosphere are in communication with a filler material or a preform, at least at some point during the process, which permits molten matrix metal to spontaneously infiltrate the filler material or preform up to the barrier material. Such spontaneous infiltration occurs without the requirement for the application of any pressure or vacuum. Accordingly, shaped metal matrix composite bodies can be produced having superior surface finish.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 1994Date of Patent: April 9, 1996Assignee: Lanxide Technology Company, LPInventors: Michael K. Aghajanian, Steven D. Keck, John T. Burke, Gregory E. Hannon, Kurt J. Becker, Steven J. Taylor, Robert J. Wiener, Allyn L. McCormick, Ratnesh K. Dwivedi