Patents by Inventor Kenneth R. Johnson

Kenneth R. Johnson 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: 10918453
    Abstract: A portable transport system for containing and transporting monitoring system components includes a case for enclosing the monitoring system components. At least two wheels are located on the case. A collapsible monitoring component assembly for supporting the monitoring system components that telescopes between a collapsed position, wherein the collapsible monitoring component assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. A handle assembly is associated with the collapsible monitoring component assembly for moving the collapsible monitoring component assembly between the collapsed position and the open position. The handle assemble further acts as a pull handle for moving the portable transport system on the at least two wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Patent number: 10850908
    Abstract: Described herein are shipping blocks for packaging and shipping flat-panel products. The blocks have chamfered edges to allow the block to slide across uneven surfaces; at least one of slots or alignment tabs to secure the product to the block; and, walls that are configured to flex when pressure or stress is applied to the block.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2020
    Assignee: Sternbloc LLC
    Inventors: Michael G. Monaghan, Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20200205924
    Abstract: A portable transport system for containing and transporting monitoring system components includes a case for enclosing the monitoring system components. At least two wheels are located on the case. A collapsible monitoring component assembly for supporting the monitoring system components that telescopes between a collapsed position, wherein the collapsible monitoring component assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. A handle assembly is associated with the collapsible monitoring component assembly for moving the collapsible monitoring component assembly between the collapsed position and the open position. The handle assemble further acts as a pull handle for moving the portable transport system on the at least two wheels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Publication date: July 2, 2020
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Patent number: 10588709
    Abstract: A portable transport system for containing and transporting monitoring system components comprises a case for enclosing the monitoring system components. A collapsible monitoring component assembly telescopes between a collapsed position wherein the collapsible monitoring component assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. The collapsible monitoring component assembly includes a component bracket mounting handle for interfacing the monitoring system components with the collapsible monitoring component assembly. The component bracket mounting handle moves the monitoring system components between a raised position and a lowered position. The collapsible monitoring component assembly is contained substantially within the case in the collapsed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2020
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20200062481
    Abstract: Described herein are shipping blocks for packaging and shipping flat-panel products. The blocks have chamfered edges to allow the block to slide across uneven surfaces; slots and/or alignment tabs to secure the product to the block; and, walls that are configured to flex when pressure/stress is applied to the block.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2019
    Publication date: February 27, 2020
    Applicant: Sternbloc LLC
    Inventors: Michael G. Monaghan, Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20190274773
    Abstract: A portable transport system for containing and transporting monitoring system components comprises a case for enclosing the monitoring system components. A collapsible monitoring component assembly telescopes between a collapsed position wherein the collapsible monitoring component assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. The collapsible monitoring component assembly includes a component bracket mounting handle for interfacing the monitoring system components with the collapsible monitoring component assembly. The component bracket mounting handle moves the monitoring system components between a raised position and a lowered position. The collapsible monitoring component assembly is contained substantially within the case in the collapsed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2019
    Publication date: September 12, 2019
    Inventor: KENNETH R. JOHNSON
  • Publication number: 20190105121
    Abstract: A portable transport system for containing and transporting monitoring system components includes a case for enclosing the monitoring system components. A collapsible desk assembly telescopes between a collapsed position wherein the entire collapsible desk assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. The collapsible desk assembly includes a desk shelf that extends outward from the collapsible desk assembly in the open position and folds down within the case in the collapsed position. A collapsible monitoring component, assembly telescopes between a collapsed position wherein the entire collapsible monitoring component assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. The collapsible monitoring component assembly includes a component bracket mounting handle for interfacing the monitoring system components with the collapsible monitoring component assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2017
    Publication date: April 11, 2019
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Patent number: 10231795
    Abstract: A portable transport system for containing and transporting monitoring system components includes a case for enclosing the monitoring system components. A collapsible desk assembly telescopes between a collapsed position wherein the entire collapsible desk assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. The collapsible desk assembly includes a desk shelf that extends outward from the collapsible desk assembly in the open position and folds down within the case in the collapsed position. A collapsible monitoring component assembly telescopes between a collapsed position wherein the entire collapsible monitoring component assembly is substantially contained within the case and an open position. The collapsible monitoring component assembly includes a component bracket mounting handle for interfacing the monitoring system components with the collapsible monitoring component assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2019
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20180050883
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2017
    Publication date: February 22, 2018
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Patent number: 9834401
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Assignee: Wagic, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Publication number: 20170270730
    Abstract: A system and apparatus which includes one or more locking container devices comprising a closeable container for holding at least one object; lock coupled to the container and moveable between a lock position and an unlock position; and programmable timer circuit for actuating the lock at a programmed time which is either specified or randomly set. The container device alternatively includes a receiving component for sensing a change an external condition including but not limited to, geographic location, temperature, sound and one or more predetermined operations. The timer circuit is alternatively unlocked by receiving an unlock signal via an appropriate communication medium from a remote source. The container device also includes a transmitter for transmitting an appropriate signal to the remote source. An interface terminal is coupled to the remote source and configured to accept at least one external condition instruction to be transmitted to the receiving component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2017
    Publication date: September 21, 2017
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Patent number: 9697663
    Abstract: A system and apparatus which includes one or more locking container devices comprising a closeable container for holding at least one object; lock coupled to the container and moveable between a lock position and an unlock position; and programmable timer circuit for actuating the lock at a programmed time which is either specified or randomly set. The container device alternatively includes a receiving component for sensing a change an external condition including but not limited to, geographic location, temperature, sound and one or more predetermined operations. The timer circuit is alternatively unlocked by receiving an unlock signal via an appropriate communication medium from a remote source. The container device also includes a transmitter for transmitting an appropriate signal to the remote source. An interface terminal is coupled to the remote source and configured to accept at least one external condition instruction to be transmitted to the receiving component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Inventors: Ronald L. Johnson, Kenneth R. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20160280498
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2016
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Patent number: 9382092
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2016
    Assignee: WAGIC, INC
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Patent number: 9283913
    Abstract: A seat belt system (20) includes a manifold assembly (60) having an inner housing (68) and an outer housing (70) which extends at least part way around the inner housing. One of the housings (68 or 70) is movable relative to a vehicle with a portion of the seat belt system. The other housing is connected with a source (54) of inflation fluid. In one specific embodiment of the invention, inner and outer housings (68 and 70) of the manifold assembly (60) extend around a portion of an anchor (36) for a seat belt (40). In this embodiment, the housings (68 and 70) have arcuate configurations and have axes which are coincident with a central axis (84) of the anchor (36). In addition to being pivotal relative to each other, the housings (68 and 70) may be movable transversely to each other. A seal (136) may be provided between the housings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: TRW Vehicle Safety Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Paul J. Rozan
  • Publication number: 20150321867
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2015
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Patent number: 9120638
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2015
    Assignee: WAGIC, INC
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Publication number: 20140246845
    Abstract: A seat belt system (20) includes a manifold assembly (60) having an inner housing (68) and an outer housing (70) which extends at least part way around the inner housing. One of the housings (68 or 70) is movable relative to a vehicle with a portion of the seat belt system. The other housing is connected with a source (54) of inflation fluid. In one specific embodiment of the invention, inner and outer housings (68 and 70) of the manifold assembly (60) extend around a portion of an anchor (36) for a seat belt (40). In this embodiment, the housings (68 and 70) have arcuate configurations and have axes which are coincident with a central axis (84) of the anchor (36). In addition to being pivotal relative to each other, the housings (68 and 70) may be movable transversely to each other. A seal (136) may be provided between the housings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2013
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Applicant: TRW Vehicle Safety Systems Inc,
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Paul J. Rozan
  • Publication number: 20130087275
    Abstract: A tape dispenser includes a first arm, a second arm, a holder, a roller, a retaining device, a blade, spring(s) and one or more guides. The tape dispenser is positioned on a tape roll by positioning the holder on the inside of the tape roll and positioning the roller and retaining device on the outside of the tape roll. Tape is able to be pulled through the tape dispenser and then cut using the blade. After the tape is cut, the tape on the roll remains on the retaining device for easy access. The tape dispenser is also removable for use with many tape rolls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2011
    Publication date: April 11, 2013
    Applicant: WAGIC, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar
  • Patent number: D670336
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Wagic, Inc.
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Johnson, Yugen Patrick Lockhart, Steven Simas Escobar