Patents by Inventor Joel J. Hughes

Joel J. Hughes 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).

  • Patent number: 5147002
    Abstract: A remote controlled decontamination apparatus for removing, collecting and remotely disposing of contaminated material, including a complete system that provides a self-propelled vehicle having separate drives for left and right track assemblies as well as tool handling support arms, which are easily and quickly detachable from the vehicle thus permitting the association of a wide variety of tooling such as spray and vacuum nozzles and or mechanical brushes. A hose and cable umbilical for the apparatus is provided with universally movable carriage devices to reduce hose and cable drag, roll over and maneuverable resistance. A remote controlled camera and lighting system is mounted on the vehicle for visualization of operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 24, 1990
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1992
    Assignee: Container Products Corporation
    Inventor: Joel J. Hughes
  • Patent number: 4993199
    Abstract: A portable self-contained decontamination booth suitable for removing contamination from reusable parts and tools. The front wall of the booth divides a transparent inclined viewing window above sealed work glove ports. An elevated eye-level control panel permits ready access to the controls for operating the booth. The interior of the booth being accessible through pneumatic side doors positioned at a level with portable side work tables which provide housing for the units which super heat the cleaning fluid as well as a self-contained ventilating system including a demister, filter and high capacity blowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 1990
    Date of Patent: February 19, 1991
    Assignee: Container Products Corporation
    Inventor: Joel J. Hughes
  • Patent number: 4928440
    Abstract: A sealed cabinet-like work booth for use in removing contamination from reusable parts and tools. The front wall of the work booth provides a transparent inclined viewing window above sealed glove ports, with the interior of the work booth being accessible through pneumatic side doors. An air plenum provides an inlet for ambient air and cooperates with a filtered exhaust for maintaining a continuous current of air directed upon the interior surface of the viewing window for preserving an unobstructed view of the interior of the cabinet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 1987
    Date of Patent: May 29, 1990
    Assignee: Container Products Corp.
    Inventor: Joel J. Hughes