Patents by Inventor John Lucas

John Lucas 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: 9750996
    Abstract: A net apparatus arranged to provide a net structure to capture or catch a projectile, that is easy to setup and is collapsible such that the frame structure is easy to assemble by a single individual. The net apparatus comprising a base structure including at least one support portion, at least one base extension, and a hinge, wherein the at least one support portion is coupled to the at least one base extension and the hinge. At least one rod is removably coupled to the base structure and received by a net, wherein the net is adapted to exert a force on the at least one rod causing the at least one rod to exert a force onto said hinge in order to lock the at least one support portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2017
    Assignee: TRIAD SPORTS, INC.
    Inventors: David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Patent number: 9739290
    Abstract: A system is disclosed wherein a pressure pulse dampener is in fluid communication with a compressed fluid. The pulse dampener being operable for reducing pressure pulsations within the fluid. In some embodiments a check valve can be in fluid communication with the pulse dampener to prevent reverse flow of the compressed fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2017
    Assignee: Ingersoll-Rand Company
    Inventors: Michael John Lucas, James Li
  • Publication number: 20170232319
    Abstract: A ball net structure arranged to be portable, collapsible, and able to be configured into different arrangements for different nets and/or different sports-related activities. The ball net structure comprising a base structure including at least one support portion, at least one base extension, and at least one base extension hinge, wherein the at least one support portion and the at least one base extension are coupled to the at least one base extension hinge. At least one rod is removably coupled to the base structure and received by a net, wherein the net is adapted to exert a force on the at least one rod causing the at least one rod to exert a force onto said base structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Publication date: August 17, 2017
    Inventors: David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Patent number: 9682336
    Abstract: An impact moisture separator for separating a liquid moisture from a compressed gas. The impact moisture separator includes a plurality of impact plates that are positioned within the inner region of the separator and may be downstream of at least one strut. The strut may be configured to disperse the flow of compressed gas. The impact plates each have a plurality of vanes that extend beyond a plate portion of the impact plates. The vanes are configured to provide a passage for the flow of compressed gases and are offset from the vanes of the adjacent, successive impact plate. Further, the impact plates and strut(s) are tilted toward the incoming flow of compressed gas so as to assist in influencing the downward flow of the compressed gas, and thereby facilitate the flow of separated liquid moisture toward a reservoir of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2017
    Assignee: Ingersoll-Rand Company
    Inventors: Michael John Lucas, Charles John Bergh, Willie Dwayne Valentine
  • Publication number: 20170106266
    Abstract: A ball net structure arranged to be portable, collapsible, and provide the required structural support to receive or capture a projectile, such as but not limited to a soccer ball or baseball. The ball net structure comprises a support portion, first and second extensions, a first bracket pivotally coupling the first extension to the support portion, a second bracket pivotally coupling the second extension to the support portion, first and second flexible rods removably coupled to the support portion, and a net received by at least the first and second extensions and received by at least the first and second flexible rods. The net is configured to bend the first and second flexible rods from a linear state to an arcuate state, such that a net tension holds the net upright.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2016
    Publication date: April 20, 2017
    Inventors: David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Publication number: 20170056741
    Abstract: A ball net structure arranged to be portable, collapsible, and able to be configured into different arrangements for different nets and/or different sports-related activities. The ball net structure comprising a base structure including at least one support portion, at least one base extension, and at least one base extension hinge, wherein the at least one support portion and the at least one base extension are coupled to the at least one base extension hinge. At least one rod is removably coupled to the base structure and received by a net, wherein the net is adapted to exert a force on the at least one rod causing the at least one rod to exert a force onto said base structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2016
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventors: David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Patent number: 9546660
    Abstract: In one form, a compressor system includes a compressor, and an annular ring disposed downstream of the compressor and structured to reduce pressure fluctuations in the pressurized air discharged by the compressor. The annular ring may include an internal passage for conducting the pressurized air. The annular ring may include at least one resonator in fluid communication with the internal passage. Further embodiments, forms, features, aspects, benefits, and advantages of the present application will become apparent from the description and figures provided herewith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Ingersoll-Rand Company
    Inventors: Michael John Lucas, Amin W. Haghjoo
  • Publication number: 20160284157
    Abstract: Methods and systems for allowing players to interactively play a game in real-time in a virtual gaming venue are disclosed. The players can interact with each other while playing the game in the venue on their computing devices. Further, players in the venue can play a separate instance of the game concurrently without effecting other players. The method includes gathering a scoring data for the players during a game play in the venue. The scoring data of the players may be used to compute a leaderboard data. The method also includes displaying the leaderboard data at the computing devices in real-time, and aggregating the scoring data of each player for multiple games played by the players. The method includes aggregating the scoring data of each player for a pre-defined time interval such as, weekly, monthly, yearly, and so forth, and using the aggregated scoring data of players for gaming contests.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Inventors: Allen J. Marrinson, Albert I. Goodman, John Lucas McFeature
  • Patent number: 9452336
    Abstract: A tee for supporting a baseball comprising a longitudinal shaft comprising a first end and a second end, a base structure coupled to said first end and configured to rest on a surface, a mesh support connected to said second end of said shaft. The tee further comprising a coupler adapted to rigidly affix said mesh support to said second end of said shaft, wherein said shaft is adapted to change the distance of said mesh support above said surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: TRIAD SPORTS, INC.
    Inventors: Dave Nelson, John Lucas
  • Publication number: 20160271470
    Abstract: A net apparatus arranged to provide a net structure to capture or catch a projectile, that is easy to setup and is collapsible such that the frame structure is easy to assemble by a single individual. The net apparatus comprising a base structure including at least one support portion, at least one base extension, and a hinge, wherein the at least one support portion is coupled to the at least one base extension and the hinge. At least one rod is removably coupled to the base structure and received by a net, wherein the net is adapted to exert a force on the at least one rod causing the at least one rod to exert a force onto said hinge in order to lock the at least one support portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2016
    Publication date: September 22, 2016
    Inventors: David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Publication number: 20160228288
    Abstract: A thermal compression therapy device comprising a garment and at least one thermal pack. The garment sized for placement around the torso and over the shoulders of an individual for applying a thermal treatment, the garment comprising a first region comprising a first cup area configured to cover a first chest area of the individual, a second region comprising a second cup area configured to cover a second chest area of the individual, at least one first shoulder strap configured to extend from said first region to said second region, at least one second shoulder strap configured to extend from said second region to said first region, wherein said first and second regions adapted to be removably coupled to each other, and at least one first opening in said first cup area configured to receive a first thermal pack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2015
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Inventors: DAVID NELSON, JOHN LUCAS
  • Publication number: 20160130913
    Abstract: A subsea production cooler module comprising: a core; a coiled tubing disposed around the core, wherein the coiled tubing comprises an inlet and an outlet; and a shroud at least partially encasing the core and the coiled tubing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2014
    Publication date: May 12, 2016
    Inventors: Gregory John HATTON, Claud Eugene LACY, Howard Steven LITTELL, Andrew ONSTAD, John Lucas PEARSON, Scott Edward STOMIEROWSKI, George John ZABARAS
  • Patent number: 9283455
    Abstract: A net apparatus arranged to provide a net structure to capture or catch a projectile, that is easy to setup and is collapsible such that the frame structure is easy to assemble by a single individual. The net apparatus comprising a base structure including at least one support portion, at least one base extension, and a hinge, wherein the at least one support portion is coupled to the at least one base extension and the hinge. At least one rod is removably coupled to the base structure and received by a net, wherein the net is adapted to exert a force on the at least one rod causing the at least one rod to exert a force onto said hinge in order to lock the at least one support portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: TRIAD SPORTS INC.
    Inventors: David Nelson, John Lucas
  • Patent number: 9216778
    Abstract: A suspension system for a vehicle cab is disposed between a chassis frame and a cab rear. A cross rail is fastened to the chassis frame sides. A gas spring is mounted laterally centrally of the chassis frame sides on the cross rail. A gas spring is disposed on the base. A damping mechanism damps vertical displacements of the cab on the chassis frame. A multi-limb bar assembly interfaces the cab, the chassis frame, and the gas spring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLC
    Inventor: John Lucas Safiejko
  • Publication number: 20150343355
    Abstract: An impact moisture separator for separating a liquid moisture from a compressed gas. The impact moisture separator includes a plurality of impact plates that are positioned within the inner region of the separator and may be downstream of at least one strut. The strut may be configured to disperse the flow of compressed gas. The impact plates each have a plurality of vanes that extend beyond a plate portion of the impact plates. The vanes are configured to provide a passage for the flow of compressed gases and are offset from the vanes of the adjacent, successive impact plate. Further, the impact plates and strut(s) are tilted toward the incoming flow of compressed gas so as to assist in influencing the downward flow of the compressed gas, and thereby facilitate the flow of separated liquid moisture toward a reservoir of the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Applicant: Ingersoll-Rand Company
    Inventors: Michael John Lucas, Charles John Bergh, Willie Dwayne Valentine
  • Publication number: 20150345497
    Abstract: In one form, a compressor system includes a compressor, and an annular ring disposed downstream of the compressor and structured to reduce pressure fluctuations in the pressurized air discharged by the compressor. The annular ring may include an internal passage for conducting the pressurized air. The annular ring may include at least one resonator in fluid communication with the internal passage. Further embodiments, forms, features, aspects, benefits, and advantages of the present application will become apparent from the description and figures provided herewith.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Inventors: Michael John Lucas, Amin W. Haghjoo
  • Publication number: 20150344083
    Abstract: A suspension system for a vehicle cab is disposed between a chassis frame and a cab rear. A cross rail is fastened to the chassis frame sides. A gas spring is mounted laterally centrally of the chassis frame sides on the cross rail. A gas spring is disposed on the base. A damping mechanism damps vertical displacements of the cab on the chassis frame. A multi-limb bar assembly interfaces the cab, the chassis frame, and the gas spring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Applicant: International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLC
    Inventor: John Lucas Safiejko
  • Publication number: 20150238832
    Abstract: A sport device includes a longitudinal body comprising a handle, a barrel and two opposing endpoints. The longitudinal body comprising a first end adjacent the handle and a second end adjacent the barrel, wherein the first end is opposite the second end. The longitudinal body further comprising a knob at the first end. The knob is adapted to receive a marking, wherein the marking is arranged to be robust and protect the marking from deterioration. The sport device according to the invention can be arranged in many different ways with many different components, and is generally arranged to provide a baseball bat having a marking that is easily visible and long-lasting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Publication date: August 27, 2015
    Applicant: TRIAD SPORTS, INC. dba BOWNET
    Inventors: Dave Nelson, John Lucas
  • Publication number: 20150198149
    Abstract: A pressure pulse dampener for a compressor system is disclosed herein. The pulse dampener includes a housing having inlet passageway and an outlet passageway. A radially expanding annular passageway is formed downstream of the fluid inlet. A toroidal passageway is formed downstream of the annular passageway, the toroidal passageway being configured to direct fluid in a generally circumferential path around the central body. A connecting passageway is formed through the central body to provide fluid communication between the toroidal passageway and the fluid outlet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2015
    Publication date: July 16, 2015
    Inventors: Michael John Lucas, Larry Rodney Stutts, James Richard Lindsey
  • Patent number: D783858
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2017
    Assignee: EVERLAST CLIMBING INDUSTRIES, INC.
    Inventors: Josh Hixon, Jason Maxwell, John Lucas Florin