Patents by Inventor Jeffrey A. Chambers
Jeffrey A. Chambers 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: 20230203724Abstract: A nonwoven biofabric comprises a web comprising (a) biodegradable polymeric melt blown fibers, and (b) a plurality of particles enmeshed in the biodegradable polymeric meltblown fibers.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2023Publication date: June 29, 2023Inventors: Ignatius A. Kadoma, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Michael D. Romano
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Publication number: 20220366887Abstract: An assembly includes an enclosure including first and second regions spaced apart along a first direction, and a plurality of spaced apart acoustic baffles arranged along a second direction different from the first direction and disposed in the enclosure between the first and second regions. The plurality of spaced apart acoustic baffles includes adjacent first and second acoustic baffles. Each of the first and second acoustic baffles include an acoustically absorptive layer disposed on a sheet having a specific airflow resistance greater than 200 MKS Rayl. The first and second acoustic baffles define a channel therebetween. At least a portion of the channel extends along a longitudinal direction making an oblique angle with the first direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 28, 2020Publication date: November 17, 2022Inventors: Ronald W. Gerdes, Catherine A. Leatherdale, Thomas Herdtle, Paul A. Nielsen, Timothy J. Rowell, Liyun Ren, Daniel J. Zillig, Sachin Talwar, Eumi Pyun, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Pingfan Wu
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Patent number: 11332228Abstract: A wide-body aircraft is disclosed with a fuselage section that includes a set of side-by-side fuselage lobes having a fuselage skin. A first woven composite preform positioned at a first intersection of the set of side-by-side fuselage lobes located at a first cusp of the side-by-side fuselage lobes. A second woven composite preform positioned at a second intersection of the set of side-by-side fuselage lobes located at a second cusp of the side-by-side fuselage lobes. Each of the first and second woven composite preforms are configured to receive a structural component, such that each of the first and second woven composite preforms accommodates vertical load imparted through the structural component.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2018Date of Patent: May 17, 2022Assignee: Aurora Flight Sciences CorporationInventors: Clint Church, Jeffrey Chambers
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Publication number: 20210292947Abstract: Provided are non-woven fibrous webs, methods and assemblies thereof. The non-woven fibrous web comprises a plurality of melt-blown fibers. The plurality of melt-blown fibers include a thermoplastic polymer blended with a phosphinate and/or polymeric phosphonate. The provided non-woven articles can afford a fine fiber diameter for enhanced acoustic insulation properties, dimensional stability, and superior flame-retardant properties when compared with conventional non-woven articles having similar fiber diameters.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2019Publication date: September 23, 2021Inventors: Liyun Ren, Daniel J. Zillig, Sachin Talwar, Eumi Pyun, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Nurkan Turkdogru Gurun, Pingfan Wu, Tien T. Wu
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Publication number: 20210146665Abstract: Biodegradable layered composite comprising a first nonwoven biodegradable layer having a first and second major surface, the first nonwoven biodegradable layer comprising biodegradable polymeric melt-blown fibers, and a plurality of particles enmeshed in the biodegradable polymeric melt-blown fibers; and a biodegradable polymer film on at least a portion of the first major surface of the first nonwoven biodegradable layer. Biodegradable layered composite described herein can be used, for example, as biomulch for controlling weed growth and moisture.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2019Publication date: May 20, 2021Inventors: Ignatius A. Kadoma, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Michael D. Romano, Marie E. Vanderlaan
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Publication number: 20210148022Abstract: Biodegradable layered composite comprising a first nonwoven biodegradable layer having a first and second major surface, the first nonwoven biodegradable layer comprising biodegradable polymeric melt-blown fibers, and a plurality of activated carbon particles enmeshed in the biodegradable polymeric melt-blown fibers. Biodegradable layered composite described herein can be used, for example, as a porous capture media for suspended nutrients in agricultural drainage.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2019Publication date: May 20, 2021Inventors: Ignatius A. Kadoma, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Michael D. Romano, Mark Litwinow, Olaf C. Moberg
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Patent number: 10974647Abstract: A tailgate position indicating device for preventing loss of cargo and accidents includes a coupler that is configured to couple to a tailgate of a pickup truck proximate to an upper panel of the tailgate. An object is coupled to and extends from the coupler so that the object extends from the tailgate past the upper panel of the tailgate. The object is configured to be viewed in a rearview mirror of the pickup truck when the tailgate is closed to indicate to a driver of the pickup truck the position of the tailgate to prevent loss of cargo while driving and damage to the tailgate while operating the pickup truck in reverse gear.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 2019Date of Patent: April 13, 2021Inventor: Jeffrey Chambers
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Publication number: 20200298755Abstract: A tailgate position indicating device for preventing loss of cargo and accidents includes a coupler that is configured to couple to a tailgate of a pickup truck proximate to an upper panel of the tailgate. An object is coupled to and extends from the coupler so that the object extends from the tailgate past the upper panel of the tailgate. The object is configured to be viewed in a rearview mirror of the pickup truck when the tailgate is closed to indicate to a driver of the pickup truck the position of the tailgate to prevent loss of cargo while driving and damage to the tailgate while operating the pickup truck in reverse gear.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2019Publication date: September 24, 2020Inventor: Jeffrey Chambers
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Publication number: 20200002857Abstract: A nonwoven biofabric comprises a web comprising (a) biodegradable polymeric melt blown fibers, and (b) a plurality of particles enmeshed in the biodegradable polymeric meltblown fibers.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2018Publication date: January 2, 2020Inventors: Ignatius A. Kadoma, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Michael D. Romano
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Publication number: 20190308715Abstract: A wide-body aircraft is disclosed with a fuselage section that includes a set of side-by-side fuselage lobes having a fuselage skin. A first woven composite preform positioned at a first intersection of the set of side-by-side fuselage lobes located at a first cusp of the side-by-side fuselage lobes. A second woven composite preform positioned at a second intersection of the set of side-by-side fuselage lobes located at a second cusp of the side-by-side fuselage lobes. Each of the first and second woven composite preforms are configured to receive a structural component, such that each of the first and second woven composite preforms accommodates vertical load imparted through the structural component.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2018Publication date: October 10, 2019Inventors: Clint Church, Jeffrey Chambers
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Publication number: 20190015702Abstract: Disclosed herein is a dynamic load sensor system for use in microgravity environments. The dynamic load sensor system may include a first sensor pad unit, a second sensor pad unit, processing unit, and an operator interface module. Each of the first sensor pad unit and the second sensor pad unit may include a sensor base plate, a top plate, and a plurality of load cells positioned therebetween. The processing unit may include a processor operatively coupled with an internal memory device, while the operator interface module includes a display device and a plurality of operator input devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2017Publication date: January 17, 2019Inventors: Christopher Krebs, Jeffrey Chambers, Roedolph A. Opperman, David Fair
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Publication number: 20070199647Abstract: An insulating label stock including a thermal insulating layer, which may be a fiberfill batt, is provided. The batt is laminated to at least one layer of film, paper, or fabric. Also provided is a method of making insulating label stock. The insulating label stock may be wrapped around a container, such as a can, bottle, or pouch. Further, the insulating label stock may be coated with a coating material so that it is printable, thus imparting both insulating properties and print capability to a container.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2007Publication date: August 30, 2007Inventors: Thomas Benim, Susan Chamberlin, Jeffrey Chambers, Steven Cosentino, Peter Hunderup, Ross Lee, Susan Procaccini
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Publication number: 20070105229Abstract: Disclosed is a package comprising a film that reflects varying wavelengths of light, wherein the wavelength of the reflected light depends upon the angle of incident light striking said film at its surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2006Publication date: May 10, 2007Inventors: Carolyn Burns, Mark Miller, Laurie Williams, Poruri Govindanarayana, Sumarno Kartolo, Georg Bauer, Jeffrey Chambers
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Publication number: 20070049899Abstract: An improved apparatus and method to catheterize passages is disclosed. The present invention provides a catheter having a soft flexible pre-formed distal tip, that when used in combination with commercially available guidewires of variable stiffness, results in the ability to control the direction and angle of wire advancement allowing cannulation of body passages, including those that arise at acute angles. The catheter can have a longitudinal axis, a proximal section and a distal section having a soft flexible pre-formed tip having a curvature of ninety degrees or greater and shape retention. The catheter can have an inner wall that defines a lumen that runs along said longitudinal axis forming a single continuous tube, a reinforcement braid disposed over the inner wall, and an outside covering disposed over the reinforcement braid. A spacer can be added between said wall liner and said reinforcement braid in the proximal end.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2006Publication date: March 1, 2007Inventor: Jeffrey Chambers
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Patent number: 7108906Abstract: An insulating label stock or sleeve formed from such label stock includes a thermal insulating layer, which may a fiberfill batt. The batt is laminated to at least one layer of heat shrinkable material, such as a film. The insulated packaging material may be coated with a coating material to enhance printing capabilities. The insulating label stock or sleeve is installed around a container, and after being activated by heating, conforms to the contours of the container. The insulating label stock retains its hot and cold insulative properties after being heat-shrunk.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2002Date of Patent: September 19, 2006Assignee: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Thomas E. Benim, Susan G. Chamberlin, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Steven R. Cosentino, Peter R. Hunderup, Ross A. Lee, Susan D. Procaccini
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Publication number: 20060189030Abstract: A method for preparing an insulating packaging material for a container is disclosed. A first layer of insulating material can be placed around a container, a second layer of heat-shrinkable material can be placed around the first layer and heat can be applied to heat-shrink the layer and conform the label to the contours of the container. The insulating packaging material can retain its hot and cold insulative properties after being heat-shrunk. The insulating packaging material can be used as a label.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2006Publication date: August 24, 2006Inventors: Jeffrey Chambers, Peter Veenema, Mark Gentile
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Patent number: 7081286Abstract: A microwave susceptible insulated packaging material includes a thermal insulating layer, which may be a fiberfill batt. The insulating layer is laminated to at least one layer of a co-extruded film which has been coated on one surface with a microwave susceptible material, such as aluminum or aluminum coated with a food-safe contacting polymer sealant. The packaging material can be used to form a container, such as a pouch, or as a label or as a lining for a container. The packaging material may be coated also with a printable coating material.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2002Date of Patent: July 25, 2006Assignee: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Thomas E. Benim, Jeffrey A. Chambers, Steven R. Cosentino, Peter R. Hunderup, Susan G. Chamberlin, Ross A. Lee, Susan D. Procaccini, Donna L. Visioli
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Publication number: 20060095052Abstract: The contents include occlusion and/or repair of congenital heart defects including methods, apparatuses, and systems utilizing catheter delivery in order to repair congenital heart defects. In particular, a method of repair includes suturing a septal tissue proximate defect in order to repair the defect with a device introduced through a bodily lumen of a patient. A repair device can include an expansion assembly, a suture delivering portion, and a suture receiving portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2004Publication date: May 4, 2006Inventor: Jeffrey Chambers
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Publication number: 20060068176Abstract: A multi-layer composite sheet comprising a shrinkable layer intermittently bonded a to a gatherable layer with the bonds separated by a specified distance and wherein the shrinkable layer can shrink and at the same time gather the gatherable layer between the bonds. A process for preparing multi-layer composite sheets by intermittently bonding a shrinkable layer to a gatherable layer with the bonds separated by a specified distance and causing the shrinkable layer to shrink while at the same time gathering the gatherable layer between the bonds. Preferably, the shrinkable layer comprises an array of fibers or nonwoven web comprising fibers having latent spiral crimp.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2005Publication date: March 30, 2006Applicant: INVISTA NORTH AMERICA S.A R.L.Inventors: Dimitri Zafiroglu, Jeffrey Chambers, Geoffrey Hietpas
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Publication number: 20050260367Abstract: Disclosed is a tray comprising a liner. The liner has at least two layers comprising a water-wicking material, such as a nonwoven material, with a moisture-vapor transmission rate of at least about 20,000 g/m2-day and a hydrostatic head pressure of less than about 5 cm H2O and an absorbent and highly-thermally insulating material.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2005Publication date: November 24, 2005Inventors: Jeffrey Chambers, Donna Visioli, William Grassel, Bruce Robbins, Donald Smith, Robert Speer