Patents by Inventor John M. Evans
John M. Evans 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: 11975609Abstract: Embodiments herein are directed to a transparent steering wheel system for a vehicle that includes a sensor system, a projection system, and an electronic control unit. The electronic control unit is configured to determine when a plurality of display data displayed on a display device behind a steering wheel is blocked by the steering wheel from a field of view of a driver, determine when a desirable notification is included in the plurality of display data, and when the desirable notification is included and the field of view of the desirable notification for the driver is blocked by the steering wheel, control the projection system to project the desirable notification onto the projection surface of the steering wheel that fully covers the steering wheel such that the steering wheel appears to be transparent when the desirable notification is displayed onto the projection surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2023Date of Patent: May 7, 2024Assignees: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America Inc., Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Benjamin Piya Austin, John K. Lenneman, George M. Evans, Takeshi Yoshida, William Patrick Garrett, Rebecca L Kirschweng
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Patent number: 11948227Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present disclosure provide techniques for eliminating an appearance of one or more objects in an environment surrounding a vehicle during operation of the vehicle. A method generally includes detecting the one or more objects in first sensor data collected from first sensors onboard the vehicle, wherein the first sensor data is representative of the environment surrounding the vehicle; receiving, from other vehicles, second sensor data collected from second sensors onboard the other vehicles, wherein the second sensor data is representative of the environment surrounding each of the one or more other vehicles; generating one or more augmented reality images depicting portions of the environment obstructed by the one or more objects in the first sensor data; displaying the one or more augmented reality images in an augmented reality display such that the augmented reality images are positioned to overlay the one or more objects.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2023Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignees: TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC., TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventors: Benjamin Piya Austin, John K. Lenneman, George M. Evans, Takeshi Yoshida, William Patrick Garrett, Rebecca L. Kirschweng
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Publication number: 20230219125Abstract: The invention relates to a hot reversing mill equipped with one or more cooling systems consisting of bars of nozzles spraying an aluminum blank. It also relates to the hot rolling process associated with this hot reversing mill wherein the cooling system serves at least once making it possible to produce aluminum sheets advantageously. It also relates to the process for rolling an AA6xxx series aluminum alloy wherein a blank is cooled during the hot rolling and a sheet obtained with this process. The invention makes it possible to enhance the productivity of reversing mills by enhancing the metallurgical quality and/or the productivity of the other fabrication steps. The invention is particularly useful for providing superior quality 6xxx alloy sheets intended for the automotive industry.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2021Publication date: July 13, 2023Inventors: Vincent DUHOUX, Gilles GUIGLIONDA, Romain-Fabrice BERNES, Bruno MAGNIN, Erin DEDA, Xavier UNTERFINGER, John M. EVANS, Trevor GILMORE
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Patent number: 11384530Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a protective enclosure to secure occupants against external threats, such as ballistic projectiles, blasts, or natural phenomena.Type: GrantFiled: July 21, 2020Date of Patent: July 12, 2022Inventors: James C. Brown, James R. Byrd, Jeffery L. Carson, John M. Evans
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Publication number: 20210102365Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a protective enclosure to secure occupants against external threats, such as ballistic projectiles, blasts, or natural phenomena.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2020Publication date: April 8, 2021Applicant: Big 6, LLPInventors: James C. Brown, James R. Byrd, Jeffrey L. Carson, John M. Evans
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Patent number: 10738459Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a protective enclosure to secure occupants against external threats, such as ballistic projectiles, blasts, or natural phenomena.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2018Date of Patent: August 11, 2020Assignee: BIG 6, LLPInventors: James C. Brown, James R. Byrd, Jeffery L. Carson, John M. Evans
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Publication number: 20180313074Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a protective enclosure to secure occupants against external threats, such as ballistic projectiles, blasts, or natural phenomena.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2018Publication date: November 1, 2018Applicant: Big 6, LLPInventors: James C. Brown, James R. Byrd, Jeffery L. Carson, John M. Evans
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Patent number: 7927407Abstract: Desiccant bag and filter assembly adapted for insertion into an integrated condenser dryer chamber of a vehicle or mobile air conditioning system or the like. A support member (4) lies along the exterior of a desiccant containing pouch (2) with the pouch secured at both of its longitudinal ends to the support. A filter member is integral with the assembly and positioned at one end of the pouch. Rigid stand off members (10, 18) are positioned at respective ends of the assembly.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2007Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Assignee: Flow Dry Technology, Inc.Inventors: Douglas E. LeConey, John M. Evans, David V. Flaugher
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Publication number: 20090090244Abstract: Desiccant bag and filter assembly adapted for insertion into an integrated condenser dryer chamber of a vehicle or mobile air conditioning system or the like. A support member (4) lies along the exterior of a desiccant containing pouch (2) with the pouch secured at both of its longitudinal ends to the support. A filter member is integral with the assembly and positioned at one end of the pouch. Rigid stand off members (10, 18) are positioned at respective ends of the assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2007Publication date: April 9, 2009Applicant: FLOW DRY TECHNOLOGY, INC.Inventors: Douglas E. LeConey, John M. Evans, David V. Flaugher
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Patent number: 7314508Abstract: A desiccant cartridge (10) having a seal (12) therearound for forming a proper seal between cartridge (10) and canister (14) of a receiver/dryer or accumulator assembly includes a cup (16) extending along an axis (18) having inner wall portion (20) and outer wall portion (22) connected to transverse portion (24) to define a chamber (26) containing desiccant particles (30). Cap (70) is secured to cup (16) to secure the desiccant particles (30) inside chamber (26). Outer wall portion (22) is provided with the seal (12) that is composed of a flexible thermoplastic elastomer that is resistant to heat during welding shut of the canister (14).Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2003Date of Patent: January 1, 2008Assignee: Flow Dry Technology, Inc.Inventor: John M. Evans
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Patent number: 7275390Abstract: In accordance with one preferred embodiment, a desiccant cartridge (30) for insertion into an integrated condenser/receiver (10) comprises a rigid stand-off member (72) and a porous desiccant bag (34). The preferred rigid stand-off member comprises spaced inner and outer pad portions and an elongated stand-off portion terminating in the inner pad portion. The inner pad may include a tab portion. The porous desiccant bag is positioned between the inner and outer pad portions and affixed to one or both of the inner and outer pad portions. A rigid cap with a plurality of holes may be provided to which a second end of the porous desiccant bag may be attached. The porous desiccant bag includes first and second flat end seals, one of which is secured to attachment tab portions.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2003Date of Patent: October 2, 2007Assignee: Flow Dry Technology, Inc.Inventors: John M. Evans, David V. Flaugher, Douglas E. LeConey, Glenn D. Perrine
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Patent number: 7127908Abstract: A desiccant container (2) which comprises a generally cylindrically cross-sectioned cup, two dual-density fiberglass discs (6, 8), desiccant material (4), and a cap (16). The cup includes an outer annular portion, an inner tubular portion, and a bottom which connect together to define a space within. The cap (16) has a planar portion with an aperture for receiving the inner wall portion of the cup and is designed for receipt in the chamber to cover the opening. The cap further includes an outer annular rim portion extending transversely from the planar portion. The peripheral flange portion having tabs with an edge portion which permit the cap to cooperate with the outer wall portion having tabs with an edge portion which permit the cap to cooperate with the outer wall portion so that the cap can be retained within the chamber in one of a number of axially spaced positions to prevent shifting of, and escape of the desiccant.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2001Date of Patent: October 31, 2006Assignee: Flow Dry Technology LtdInventors: David V. Flaugher, Glen D. Perrine, John M. Evans
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Patent number: 6692556Abstract: This invention relates generally to desiccant cartridges for use in R/Ds or accumulators canisters of automotive air conditioning systems. More specifically, this invention relates to a desiccant cartridge including a cup having inner and outer walls coaxially disposed wherein the inner wall defines an elongated center tube having opposing first and second ends. The first end of the center tube communicating with the outlet port in an R/D or accumulator canister to eliminate the fluid flow tube used therein.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2002Date of Patent: February 17, 2004Assignees: Stanhope Products Co., Calsonickansei North America, Inc.Inventors: Lisa Mae Hayes, Gregory Alan Fast, Robert Willard Pasma, Glenn D. Perrine, John M. Evans
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Publication number: 20030205140Abstract: A desiccant container (2) which comprises a generally cylindrically cross-sectioned cup, two dual-density fiberglass discs (6, 8), desiccant material (4), and a cap (16). The cup includes an outer annular portion, an inner tubular portion, and a bottom which connect together to define a space within. The cap (16) has a planar portion with an aperture for receiving the inner wall portion of the cup and is designed for receipt in the chamber to cover the opening. The cap further includes an outer annular rim portion extending transversely from the planar portion. The peripheral flange portion having tabs with an edge portion which permit the cap to cooperate with the outer wall portion having tabs with an edge portion which permit the cap to cooperate with the outer wall portion so that the cap can be retained within the chamber in one of a number of axially spaced positions to prevent shifting of, and escape of the desiccant.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2002Publication date: November 6, 2003Inventors: David V Flaugher, Glen D Perrine, John M Evans
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Patent number: 6623549Abstract: A desiccant containing cartridge (10) has a cap (12) and a generally cylindrically cross-sectioned cup (14) for holding desiccant particles (16) and a dye wafer (18). The cup (14) includes spaced inner and outer wall portions (20, 24) connected by a transverse portion (28) to define a chamber (30) having an opening (32) for the placement of a dye wafer (18) and desiccant particles (16). The cap (12) has a planar portion (52) having outer circumference (53) and inner circumference (54) defining aperture (55) for receiving inner wall portion (20) of the cup (14) and being designed for receipt in chamber (30) to cover opening (32).Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2002Date of Patent: September 23, 2003Assignee: Stanhope Products CompanyInventors: John M. Evans, Glenn D. Perrine
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Patent number: 6616737Abstract: A desiccant cartridge retention device used to secure desiccant cartridges (10) to fluid flow tubes (12) and/or canisters (14) of receiver/dryer and accumulator assemblies (78). Desiccant cartridge (10) includes a cup (16) extending along an axis (20) and having spaced inner and outer wall portions (18, 22) connected by a transverse portion (24) to define a chamber (26) having an opening (28) for receiving desiccant particles (30). The inner wall portion (18) defines a sleeve (36) having first and second openings (37, 38) and further comprises an outer surface (40) and an inner engagement surface (42). The sleeve (36) is adapted to receive and the inner engagement surface (42) is adapted to cooperate with fluid flow tube (12) such that the desiccant cartridge (10) is secured thereto forming a proper seal therebetween. Outer wall portion (22) includes a flange adapted to provide a snug compression fit within canister (14) such that the desiccant container (10) also is secured thereto.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2002Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Assignee: Stanhope Products CompanyInventors: John M. Evans, Glenn D. Perrine, David V. Flaugher
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Publication number: 20030079610Abstract: This invention relates generally to desiccant cartridges for use in R/Ds or accumulators canisters of automotive air conditioning systems. More specifically, this invention relates to a desiccant cartridge including a cup having inner and outer walls coaxially disposed wherein the inner wall defines an elongated center tube having opposing first and second ends. The first end of the center tube communicating with the outlet port in an R/D or accumulator canister to eliminate the fluid flow tube used therein.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2002Publication date: May 1, 2003Inventors: Lisa Mae Hayes, Gregory Alan Fast, Robert Willard Pasma, Glenn D. Perrine, John M. Evans
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Patent number: 6474098Abstract: An adsorbent package is provided for use within the sealed canister of a fluid flow tube of an air conditioning system. The adsorbent package includes a desiccant bag formed of a pouch having a sealed first end and a substantially cylindrical second end. A filter cap is slidably and sealingly received within the second end of the pouch. The cap includes a resilient sealing ring formed proximate a porous end wall. The sealing ring slidably and sealingly engages an inner surface of the canister. The package is constructed of a non-woven spun bonded nylon and can therefore be snugly received within the tight confines of fluid flow tube or canister sections of an integrated condenser receiver.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2001Date of Patent: November 5, 2002Assignee: Stanhope Products CompanyInventors: Glenn D. Perrine, David V. Flaugher, John M. Evans
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Publication number: 20020092317Abstract: An adsorbent package is provided for use within the sealed canister of a fluid flow tube of an air conditioning system. The adsorbent package includes a desiccant bag formed of a pouch having a sealed first end and a substantially cylindrical second end. A filter cap is slidably and sealingly received within the second end of the pouch. The cap includes a resilient sealing ring formed proximate a porous end wall. The sealing ring slidably and sealingly engages an inner surface of the canister. The package is constructed of a non-woven spun bonded nylon and can therefore be snugly received within the tight confines of fluid flow tube or canister sections of an integrated condenser receiver.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2001Publication date: July 18, 2002Applicant: Stanhope Products CompanyInventors: Glenn D. Perrine, David V. Flaugher, John M. Evans
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Patent number: D864418Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2018Date of Patent: October 22, 2019Assignee: BIG 6, LLPInventors: James C. Brown, James R. Byrd, Jeffery L. Carson, John M. Evans