Patents by Inventor Michael A. Mullins
Michael A. Mullins 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: 10281306Abstract: A flow meter system is disclosed that includes a first flow sensor and first and second fluid flow conduits extending from the first flow sensor. The second fluid flow conduit may be disposed inside the first fluid flow conduit thereby forming a fluid annulus between the first and second fluid flow conduits. The first fluid flow conduit may be metal to resist a fluid pressure differential and the second fluid flow conduit may be non-metal to balance a fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit and attenuate noise therein. The fluid annulus may be configured to receive a fluid to balance the fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2016Date of Patent: May 7, 2019Assignee: Cameron International CorporationInventors: Michael Mullin, Eddie McHugh, Don Augenstein
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Publication number: 20170363327Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a vent-free heater that may be installed in an area used for human occupancy, to provide heat to that area. Such a heater can comprise an environmental detector that senses ambient air conditions, and may provide data used to shut down the heater in predetermined threshold condition. In one implementation, a vent-free heater for installation in high altitudes can comprise a combustion region and a fuel supply component. The heater can comprise an environmental detector with a flameless sensor configured to detect an ambient level of a constituent of the atmosphere and generate a signal indicative of the constituent level; and a sensor interface that can control flow of fuel from the fuel supply, based at least upon a signal received from the sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2017Publication date: December 21, 2017Inventors: Brian Vandrak, Michael Mullins
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Publication number: 20170363326Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a portable heater that may be used in an area used for human occupancy, to provide heat to that area. Such a heater can be portable, and comprise an environmental detector that senses ambient air conditions, and may provide data used to shut down the heater in threshold conditions. In one implementation, a portable heater for use in high altitudes can comprise a housing configured for portability, in which a combustion region and a fuel supply component are disposed. The heater can comprise an environmental detector with a flameless sensor configured to detect an ambient level of a constituent of the atmosphere, and generate a signal indicative of the constituent level; and a sensor interface that can control flow of fuel from the fuel supply, based at least upon a signal received from the sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2017Publication date: December 21, 2017Inventors: Brian Vandrak, Michael Mullins
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Publication number: 20170253735Abstract: A multifunctional naphthol-based epoxy resin composition which is a reaction product of a) a naphthol which is a reaction product of i) from 1 to 99 weight percent 1-naphthol and ii) from 1 to 99 weight percent 2-naphthol; and b) an epihalohydrin, is disclosed. Also disclosed is a curable composition comprising: a) an epoxy component comprising the multifunctional naphthol-based epoxy resin composition; and b) a hardener component comprising i) a phenolic resin component selected from the group consisting of phenol novolac resins, triphenolalkane phenolic resins, aralkyl phenolic resins, biphenyl phenolic resin, biphenyl aralkyl phenolic resins, substituted naphthalene phenolic resins unsubstituted naphthalene phenolic resins, and combinations thereof; and ii) a phosphorus-containing composition which is the reaction product of an etherified resole with 9,10-dihydro-9-oxa-10-phosphaphenanthrene-10-oxide (DOPO).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2015Publication date: September 7, 2017Inventors: Xiaomei SONG, Hongyu CHEN, Michael MULLINS
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Publication number: 20170074699Abstract: A flow meter system is disclosed that includes a first flow sensor and first and second fluid flow conduits extending from the first flow sensor. The second fluid flow conduit may be disposed inside the first fluid flow conduit thereby forming a fluid annulus between the first and second fluid flow conduits. The first fluid flow conduit may be metal to resist a fluid pressure differential and the second fluid flow conduit may be non-metal to balance a fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit and attenuate noise therein. The fluid annulus may be configured to receive a fluid to balance the fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Michael MULLIN, Eddie MCHUGH, Don AUGENSTEIN
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Patent number: 9514607Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may receive primary wagers on a first payline and a second payline. The systems and methods may receive one or more secondary wagers on one or more selected paylines. The selected paylines may be based on data received from a player. The systems and methods may determine a selected paylines payout based on the one or more selected paylines.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2012Date of Patent: December 6, 2016Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.Inventors: Steven Joseph Tongate, Brendan Michael Mullins
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Patent number: 9305432Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems, devices, and methods, which may receive wagers on one or more paylines. The systems, devices, and methods may determine a winning outcome and/or a losing outcome. The systems, devices, and methods may determine one or more key values. The systems and methods may determine a scripted scenario based on the determined one or more key values. The systems and methods may display one or more presentations based on the determined scripted scenario. The scripted scenario may utilize symbols, characters, and/or other gaming objects.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2012Date of Patent: April 5, 2016Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.Inventors: Brendan Michael Mullins, Christopher James Weitzen, Nathan Alan Poulisse, Donald James Rollo, Dmitry M. Gerenrot, Steven Joseph Tongate
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Publication number: 20160004078Abstract: A cover for obstructing the camera of an optical head mounted display is provided. The cover comprises a sleeve having a cavity adapted to slide over an optical head mounted display camera. The sleeve removably attaches to the optical head mounted display camera via snap connectors located within the cavity of the sleeve. The sleeve is sufficiently flexible to accept insertion of the optical head mounted display camera and securely retain the optical head mounted display camera therein. The cover further includes an indicator on an exterior surface thereof designating that the optical head mounted display camera is not operational.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2015Publication date: January 7, 2016Inventor: Michael Mullins
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Patent number: 9039509Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may utilize bingo mapping gaming options. The systems and methods may include bingo mapping functionality in a Class II environment.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2012Date of Patent: May 26, 2015Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.Inventors: Brendan Michael Mullins, Donald James Rollo, III, Ray Edward Bornert, II
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Publication number: 20150016092Abstract: A frame for displaying lithophanes that utilizes either natural daylight or electric light as the source of illumination. Current display options for lithophanes rely solely on one light source or the other, thus limiting display options. This frame will allow users to display their lithophanes whenever and wherever they like. The frame is designed with a lip to hold the lithophane to be displayed and a recess to contain the electric light source. The frame is built with an electrical connector to accept the appropriate electrical adapter. The frame utilizes a reflective rear panel to direct electric light through the lithophane for display away from a window or at night. The rear panel is removable to allow display in a window using natural daylight.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2014Publication date: January 15, 2015Inventor: Cole Michael Mullin
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Publication number: 20140128545Abstract: Embodiments include curable compositions including an epoxy resin and a hardener component including a terpolymer having first constitutional unit, a second constitutional unit, and a third constitutional unit, where the epoxy group to the second constitutional unit has a molar ratio in a range of 1.0:1.0 to 2.7:1.0. Embodiments include prepregs that include a reinforcement component and the curable composition and an electrical laminate formed with the curable composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2011Publication date: May 8, 2014Applicant: DOW Global Technologies LLCInventors: Jia Wen Xiong, Hongyu Chen, Michael Mullins, Chao Zhang, Annie Gui Hong Liao, Wayne Yi Zhang
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Publication number: 20140066163Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may utilize bingo mapping gaming options. The systems and methods may include bingo mapping functionality in a Class II environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2012Publication date: March 6, 2014Inventors: BRENDAN MICHAEL MULLINS, Donald James Rollo, III, Ray Edward Bornert, II
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Publication number: 20130310137Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may receive primary wagers on a first payline and a second payline. The systems and methods may receive one or more secondary wagers on one or more selected paylines. The selected paylines may be based on data received from a player. The systems and methods may determine a selected paylines payout based on the one or more selected paylines.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2012Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: CADILLAC JACKInventors: Steven Joseph Tongate, Brendan Michael Mullins
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Patent number: 8215587Abstract: A multi-celled ram-air parachute possessing one or more internal one-way valved air passages between at least two parachute cells to maintain positive air pressure within the parachute for the purpose of maintaining shape and rigidity when less than optimal airspeed is present thereby increasing a user's control and safety.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2010Date of Patent: July 10, 2012Inventor: Charles Michael Mullins
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Publication number: 20110303211Abstract: Provided is a forced air heater. The forced air heater may comprise a housing defining a duct. The duct may be adapted for a flow of fluid therethrough. The heater may be adapted to provide a flow of fluid through the duct that is substantially laminar or transient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2011Publication date: December 15, 2011Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.Inventors: Scott Gove, Michael Mullins
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Patent number: 7178072Abstract: A method for storing memory test information includes the steps of storing a portion of information related to locations and numbers of failed memory cells detected while testing memory, and updating the stored information as failed memory cells are detected to indicate a first type of memory spare is to be assigned to repair a failed memory cell, a second complementary type of memory spare is to be assigned to repair the failed memory cell, or the memory is not repairable. The first type of memory spare corresponds to one of a row and a column portion of memory and the second complementary type of memory spare corresponds to the other of the row and column portions of memory.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2002Date of Patent: February 13, 2007Assignee: Renesas Technology America, Inc.Inventors: Michael A. Mullins, Anthony J. Sauvageau
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Publication number: 20060249464Abstract: The invention relates to a method, apparatus and system for the treatment of organic and inorganic waste in a waste fluid. The method involves a co-current plug flow of fluid in a reactor in which ozone mass transfer conforms to the effective life of the ozone used in the treatment. Hydroxide and hydrogen peroxide can be added to the waste fluid. The combined fluids to be treated travel the reactor through a series of surfaces in a packed reactor. The apparatus includes a diffuser for ozone which assists in the co-current plug flow of fluids. The diffuser can have a porosity of about 10 microns. The invention further envisions a compact system for efficient treatment of waste fluids.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 7, 2006Publication date: November 9, 2006Inventors: Harry Conger, James Muzzy, Michael Mullins
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Publication number: 20060024583Abstract: A novel nickel-carbon electrode, and methods for making the same, have been developed. The nickel-carbon electrode comprises an active mass (e.g., a nickel oxyhydroxide, hydroxide or oxide) deposited to a carbon foam using any one of chemical deposition, thermal deposition or electrochemical deposition. The nickel-carbon electrode is formed or “activated” through a series of charge-discharge cycles. The nickel-carbon electrode is comparable in volumetric capacities (mAh/cc) with commercial nickel electrodes but higher in gravimetric capacities (mAh/g). The nickel-carbon electrode may be used in rechargeable nickel-based batteries which have applications in cordless appliances, portable devices, standby power systems, the aerospace industry, and hybrid electric vehicles.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2005Publication date: February 2, 2006Applicant: Board of Control of Michigan Technological UniversityInventors: Alamjeet Singh, Bahne Cornilsen, Michael Mullins, Tony Rogers
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Publication number: 20040013937Abstract: A method and system for the prevention of corrosion of objects located close to a wet cell storage battery caused by evaporation, and subsequent condensation, of electrolyte from a wet cell storage battery. Convenient methods for installation and removal of the system are included. Additionally, convenient and safe storage methods are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2003Publication date: January 22, 2004Inventors: James Michael Mullins, William E. Mehlhaff
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Patent number: D486061Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2003Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Assignee: The Children's Factory Inc.Inventors: Michael Mullins, Michael A. Richter, Dale E. Emge