Patents by Inventor Michael J. Camacho
Michael J. Camacho 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: 11749030Abstract: A method for cleaning a combustion engine is disclosed wherein an apparatus with a cable is coupled to an on-board diagnostic port on the vehicle, and a service hose with a misting nozzle adapter is coupled to a first port on a vehicle. A controller monitors data from the on-board diagnostic port on a vehicle, where the data preferably includes the engine rpm, the catalytic convertor temperature, the engine coolant temperature, the MAF, and the MAP. The controller monitors information from the cleaning apparatus, and the information is processed to adjust the dispensing of the cleaning solution. The adjustment of the cleaning solution can vary the rate, volume, pressure, pulse interval, flow pattern, and duration of the solution in the engine.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2022Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Daniela Vlahova, Vic Estrada, Dean Austin Puett, III
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Patent number: 11745718Abstract: The present invention is an actuator that may be used to service a vehicle, where the actuator engages an accelerator pedal of the vehicle and can control the pedal remotely using a vehicle service module or tech station that automatically carries out a vehicle engine service. The actuator comprises a member that uses a linear actuator to engage the vehicle's accelerator pedal and controls the speed of the engine using feedback directly from the engine's ECU or other direct engine input. The pedal actuator include input cables that receive signals from the remote service module to adjust the speed of the engine to optimize a service performance. The data from the engine can include temperature, pressure, RPMs, and various other inputs depending on the service to be performed. The present invention allows the service technician to control the engine without the need for a second tech to apply pressure to the accelerator and monitor the engine speed.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2021Date of Patent: September 5, 2023Assignee: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Dean Austin Puett, III, Vic Estrada
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Patent number: 11508190Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning a combustion engine is disclosed wherein a cable is coupled to an on-board diagnostic port on the vehicle, and a service hose with a misting nozzle adapter is coupled to a first port on a vehicle. A controller monitors data from the on-board diagnostic port on a vehicle, where the data preferably includes the engine rpm, the catalytic convertor temperature, the engine coolant temperature, the MAF, and the MAP. The controller monitors information from the cleaning apparatus, and the information is processed to adjust the dispensing of the cleaning solution. The adjustment of the cleaning solution can vary the rate, volume, pressure, pulse interval, flow pattern, and duration of the solution in the engine.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2020Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Daniela Vlahova, Vic Estrada, Dean Austin Puett, III
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Publication number: 20220351552Abstract: A method for cleaning a combustion engine is disclosed wherein an apparatus with a cable is coupled to an on-board diagnostic port on the vehicle, and a service hose with a misting nozzle adapter is coupled to a first port on a vehicle. A controller monitors data from the on-board diagnostic port on a vehicle, where the data preferably includes the engine rpm, the catalytic convertor temperature, the engine coolant temperature, the MAF, and the MAP. The controller monitors information from the cleaning apparatus, and the information is processed to adjust the dispensing of the cleaning solution. The adjustment of the cleaning solution can vary the rate, volume, pressure, pulse interval, flow pattern, and duration of the solution in the engine.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2022Publication date: November 3, 2022Applicant: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Daniela Vlahova, Vic Estrada, Dean Austin Puett
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Publication number: 20210318711Abstract: The present invention is an actuator that may be used to service a vehicle, where the actuator engages an accelerator pedal of the vehicle and can control the pedal remotely using a vehicle service module or tech station that automatically carries out a vehicle engine service. The actuator comprises a member that uses a linear actuator to engage the vehicle's accelerator pedal and controls the speed of the engine using feedback directly from the engine's ECU or other direct engine input. The pedal actuator include input cables that receive signals from the remote service module to adjust the speed of the engine to optimize a service performance. The data from the engine can include temperature, pressure, RPMs, and various other inputs depending on the service to be performed. The present invention allows the service technician to control the engine without the need for a second tech to apply pressure to the accelerator and monitor the engine speed.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2021Publication date: October 14, 2021Applicant: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Dean Austin Puett, III, Vic Estrada
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Publication number: 20200410786Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning a combustion engine is disclosed wherein a cable is coupled to an on-board diagnostic port on the vehicle, and a service hose with a misting nozzle adapter is coupled to a first port on a vehicle. A controller monitors data from the on-board diagnostic port on a vehicle, where the data preferably includes the engine rpm, the catalytic convertor temperature, the engine coolant temperature, the MAF, and the MAP. The controller monitors information from the cleaning apparatus, and the information is processed to adjust the dispensing of the cleaning solution. The adjustment of the cleaning solution can vary the rate, volume, pressure, pulse interval, flow pattern, and duration of the solution in the engine.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2020Publication date: December 31, 2020Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Daniela Vlahova, Vic Estrada, Dean Austin Puett, III
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Patent number: 10810805Abstract: A method for cleaning a combustion engine using a cleaning apparatus, wherein a cable is coupled to an on-board diagnostic port on the vehicle, and a service hose with a misting nozzle adapter is coupled to a first port on a vehicle. A controller monitors data from the on-board diagnostic port on a vehicle, where the data preferably includes the engine rpm, the catalytic convertor temperature, the engine coolant temperature, the MAF, and the MAP. The controller monitors information from the cleaning apparatus, and the information is processed to adjust the dispensing of the cleaning solution. The adjustment of the cleaning solution can vary the rate, volume, pressure, pulse interval, flow pattern, and duration of the solution in the engine.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2018Date of Patent: October 20, 2020Assignee: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Daniela Vlahova, Vic Estrada, Dean Austin Puett, III
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Publication number: 20180247468Abstract: A method for cleaning a combustion engine using a cleaning apparatus, wherein a cable is coupled to an on-board diagnostic port on the vehicle, and a service hose with a misting nozzle adapter is coupled to a first port on a vehicle. A controller monitors data from the on-board diagnostic port on a vehicle, where the data preferably includes the engine rpm, the catalytic convertor temperature, the engine coolant temperature, the MAF, and the MAP. The controller monitors information from the cleaning apparatus, and the information is processed to adjust the dispensing of the cleaning solution. The adjustment of the cleaning solution can vary the rate, volume, pressure, pulse interval, flow pattern, and duration of the solution in the engine.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2018Publication date: August 30, 2018Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Michael David Klugman, Daniela Vlahova, Vic Estrada, Dean Austin Puett, III
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Patent number: 6935388Abstract: A coolant transfer machine for an automotive engine includes first and second fluid transfer systems. The first system, operated when the engine is not running, sequentially first removes at least a substantial portion of used coolant from the engine. The first system then collects in a used fluid container the used coolant as the used coolant is being removed and then replaces the removed used coolant with new coolant from a new fluid container. The second system, operated when the engine is running, simultaneously displaces at least a substantial portion of used coolant in the engine with new coolant from the new fluid container and collects the displaced used coolant in the used fluid container. A manually operable switch has a first position that enables operation of the first fluid transfer system and a second position that enables operation of the second fluid transfer system.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2003Date of Patent: August 30, 2005Assignee: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Eric A. Berg, Russell A. Lindquist
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Patent number: 6698472Abstract: A housing for a fluid transfer machine includes a base and a pedestal extending outward from the base in a substantially vertical orientation and terminating in a platform. The base has a perimeter defined by an edge, and the pedestal is offset inward from the edge to provide an open space beneath the platform between an underside of the platform and a topside of the base member. This space stores at least one container for a fluid. A cover is mounted to move between an open position where the platform is exposed and a closed position where the platform is covered.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Eric A. Berg
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Publication number: 20040035494Abstract: A coolant transfer machine for an automotive engine includes first and second fluid transfer systems. The first system, operated when the engine is not running, sequentially first removes at least a substantial portion of used coolant from the engine. The first system then collects in a used fluid container the used coolant as the used coolant is being removed and then replaces the removed used coolant with new coolant from a new fluid container. The second system, operated when the engine is running, simultaneously displaces at least a substantial portion of used coolant in the engine with new coolant from the new fluid container and collects the displaced used coolant in the used fluid container. A manually operable switch has a first position that enables operation of the first fluid transfer system and a second position that enables operation of the second fluid transfer system.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2003Publication date: February 26, 2004Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Eric A. Berg, Russell A. Lindquist
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Patent number: 6637472Abstract: A coolant transfer machine for an automotive engine includes first and second fluid transfer systems. The first system, operated when the engine is not running, sequentially first removes at least a substantial portion of used coolant from the engine. The first system then collects in a used fluid container the used coolant as the used coolant is being removed and then replaces the removed used coolant with new coolant from a new fluid container. The second system, operated when the engine is running, simultaneously displaces at least a substantial portion of used coolant in the engine with new coolant from the new fluid container and collects the displaced used coolant in the used fluid container. A manually operable switch has a first position that enables operation of the first fluid transfer system and a second position that enables operation of the second fluid transfer system.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2002Date of Patent: October 28, 2003Assignee: Moc Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Eric A Berg, Russell A. Lindquist
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Patent number: 6510876Abstract: An adapter connects different sized conduits to a radiator, where each conduit has an open end configured differently than the open ends of the other conduits. The adapter includes a body member having a cavity therein, with a connection member having one end extending from the body member to be attached to a coupling member and another end in communication with the cavity. A passageway extends between these ends. Tubular inserts are individually and independently coupled to one sized conduit. Each insert has a first end sized to fit snug within the cavity and a second opposed end sized to fit within an open end of one of the conduits.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2001Date of Patent: January 28, 2003Assignee: MOC Products Company, Inc.Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Carl Brod
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Publication number: 20020166603Abstract: An adapter connects different sized conduits to a radiator, where each conduit has an open end configured differently than the open ends of the other conduits. The adapter includes a body member having a cavity therein, with a connection member having one end extending from the body member to be attached to a coupling member and another end in communication with the cavity. A passageway extends between these ends. Tubular inserts are individually and independently coupled to one sized conduit. Each insert has a first end sized to fit snug within the cavity and a second opposed end sized to fit within an open end of one of the conduits.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2001Publication date: November 14, 2002Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Carl Brod
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Publication number: 20020166604Abstract: A coolant transfer machine for an automotive engine includes first and second fluid transfer systems. The first system, operated when the engine is not running, sequentially first removes at least a substantial portion of used coolant from the engine. The first system then collects in a used fluid container the used coolant as the used coolant is being removed and then replaces the removed used coolant with new coolant from a new fluid container. The second system, operated when the engine is running, simultaneously displaces at least a substantial portion of used coolant in the engine with new coolant from the new fluid container and collects the displaced used coolant in the used fluid container. A manually operable switch has a first position that enables operation of the first fluid transfer system and a second position that enables operation of the second fluid transfer system.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2002Publication date: November 14, 2002Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Eric A. Berg, Russell A. Lindquist
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Publication number: 20020113098Abstract: A housing for a fluid transfer machine includes a base and a pedestal extending outward from the base in a substantially vertical orientation and terminating in a platform. The base has a perimeter defined by a n edge, and the pedestal is offset inward from the edge to provide a n open space beneath the platform between an underside of the platform and a topside of the base member. This space stores at least one container for a fluid. A cover is mounted to move between an open position where the platform is exposed and a closed position where the platform is covered.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2002Publication date: August 22, 2002Inventors: Michael J. Camacho, Eric A. Berg
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Patent number: 5425333Abstract: In apparatus for control of liquid coolant flow to and from an engine and radiator coolant system, comprising a closed tank to receive the coolant; a first line extending at the exterior of the tank, and also communicating with the tank interior, the first line connectible with the coolant system; ducting associated with the tank and having an inlet for connection to a source of compressed air, an outlet outside the tank, and having an aspiration side port between the inlet and outlet, the side port also connected to the tank interior; and a first valve for controlling compressed air flow through the ducting; whereby in one position of the valve compressed air flows into the tank via the side port to drive coolant from the tank interior via the first line and to the coolant system, and in another position of the valve compressed air flow through the ducting to the outlet acts to draw fluid into the tank from the engine coolant system via the first line, in response to suction communication to the tank interioType: GrantFiled: February 14, 1994Date of Patent: June 20, 1995Assignee: Wynn Oil CompanyInventors: James L. Baylor, Russell A. Lindquist, Michael J. Camacho
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Patent number: 5390636Abstract: An apparatus to supply liquid coolant, to and to transfer coolant from, an engine and radiator coolant system, comprising a supply tank having a coolant fill inlet, which is closable, and a coolant delivery outlet to deliver coolant via a hose to the engine and radiator coolant system; an air pressurization inlet to the tank to receive compressed air that forces coolant from the tank via the outlet; and structure responsive to a predetermined coolant flow from the tank for relieving pressurization of the tank, whereby coolant flow is then interrupted.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 1994Date of Patent: February 21, 1995Assignee: Wynn Oil CompanyInventors: James L. Baylor, Russell A. Lindquist, Michael J. Camacho
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Patent number: 5015301Abstract: The method of flushing a vehicle power steering apparatus enclosure that contains first pressure fluid includes providing a container having a first zone for reception of a predetermined quantity of flushing liquid, and having a second fluid pressure zone, the container having an inlet for filling flushing liquid into the first zone; providing a pusher in the container to extend between such zones; connecting flushing liquid delivery apparatus with the container to receive pressurized flushing liquid displaced under pressure from the first zone in response to movement of the pusher; connecting a vehicle power steering apparatus enclosure with the delivery apparatus to receive pressurized flushing liquid to flush the steering apparatus; and connecting a source of fluid pressure with the second zone for pressurally displacing the pusher toward the first zone to pressurize the flushing liquid, expelling a predetermined quantity thereof to the delivery apparatus and to the power steering apparatus, for flushing sType: GrantFiled: March 1, 1990Date of Patent: May 14, 1991Assignee: Wynn Oil CompanyInventors: James L. Baylor, Tsu-Pow G. Tsao, Michael J. Camacho