Patents by Inventor Paul R. Bennett

Paul R. Bennett 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).

  • Process to reduce the dark current in semiconducting films
    Patent number: 7151006
    Abstract: A method of coating the joined crystals within a semiconductor conversion layer to reduce the dark current without compromising the sensitivity of the conversion layer is presented. A semiconductor conversion layer comprising a plurality of joined crystals and permeated by a polymer material and having microscopic voids is also presented.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2003
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2006
    Assignees: Varian Medical Systems Technologies, Inc., Radiation Monitoring Devices, Inc.
    Inventors: George Zentai, Larry D. Partain, Raisa Pavlyunchkova, Kanai S. Shah, Paul R. Bennett
  • Densifying deposited films on an integrated circuit
    Publication number: 20040195513
    Abstract: Densifying a deposited semiconducting film on a substrate is described. According to one embodiment of the invention, isostatic pressure is used to densify the semiconducting film on the substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2003
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventors: George Zentai, Kanai S. Shah, Paul R. Bennett, Mikhail Klugerman, Yuri Dmitriev
  • Fully automated, self testing level sensor
    Publication number: 20030029223
    Abstract: A system and a method of automatically and periodically checking the integrity of a mechanical level sensor system for a storage tank are provided. These mechanical sensors employ a magnetic mechanism to lift the displacers or floats to the full travel of the level sensor in order to simulate a level alarm condition. A timer and activation module periodically energizes the magnetic lift mechanism. An array of indicators and logic provides an indication to the operator of normal operation, a satisfactory test, an unsatisfactory test, and a genuine alarm condition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2002
    Publication date: February 13, 2003
    Inventors: J. Lawrence Taylor, Paul R. Bennett
  • Intrinsically safe sensor and data transmission system
    Patent number: 6369715
    Abstract: A sensor monitoring system comprises a passive sensor, a monitored transmitter, a repeater, and a central receiver. The system provides easy installation, convenient calibration, and very low maintenance. The sensor and the monitored transmitter are battery powered and, in order the conserve battery power, the sensor and the monitored transmitter receive power only on command from their respective microprocessor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Assignee: Innovative Sensor Solutions, LTD
    Inventors: Paul R. Bennett, Jr., J. Lawrence Taylor, III
  • Intrinsically safe sensor and data transmission system
    Publication number: 20010028305
    Abstract: A sensor monitoring system comprises a passive sensor, a monitored transmitter, a repeater, and a central receiver. The system provides easy installation, convenient calibration, and very low maintenance. The sensor and the monitored transmitter are battery powered and, in order the conserve battery power, the sensor and the monitored transmitter receive power only on command from their respective microprocessor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2001
    Publication date: October 11, 2001
    Inventors: Paul R. Bennett, J. Lawrence Taylor
  • Intrinsically safe fluid tank overfill protection system
    Patent number: 6229448
    Abstract: A tank level monitoring and alarm system comprises a passive level switch, a transmitter, a repeater, and a receiver. It provides easy installation, convenient calibration, and very low maintenance. A mechanical level switch for the specific vessel is installed. The contacts of the level switch are connected to the transmitter. When the switch is activated, the transmitter immediately broadcasts an alarm signal to the receiver. A relay output at the receiver is either opened or closed thus activating the alarm or other device attached to it. The relay output may also connect to a control apparatus, such as a signal transmitter to provide for remote operation of such devices as valves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2001
    Assignee: Innovative Sensor Solutions, Ltd.
    Inventors: Paul R. Bennett, Jr., J. Lawrence Taylor, III
  • Fluid detection system
    Patent number: 5452076
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a fluid detection system which can be adapted for use in applications including liquid-level detection, pipeflow monitoring, and interstitial leakage in double-walled containers. The system operates on principles of optics and provides the capability of remotely differentiating between fluids having different refractive indices including liquids and vapors. The present detector uses a unique light pulsation technique which increases permissible operating ranges over existing optical detection systems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1995
    Assignee: Optiguard, Inc.
    Inventors: Milton D. Schopper, James L. Taylor, III, Paul R. Bennett, Jr.