Patents by Inventor Richard G. Keil

Richard G. Keil 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: 9945831
    Abstract: According to one aspect, the invention relates to an aquatic sample analysis system adapted for in situ use. The system includes an incubation chamber having an optically clear portion and forming an opening for receiving a fluidic sample and apparatus for sealing the opening. The system also includes a sensor for sensing at least one parameter associated with the sample inside the chamber, a control module in communication with the sensor, and a power source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2018
    Assignees: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, University of Washington Center for Commercialization
    Inventors: Benjamin A. S. Van Mooy, Richard G. Keil
  • Publication number: 20150362472
    Abstract: According to one aspect, the invention relates to an aquatic sample analysis system adapted for in situ use. The system includes an incubation chamber having an optically clear portion and forming an opening for receiving a fluidic sample and apparatus for sealing the opening. The system also includes a sensor for sensing at least one parameter associated with the sample inside the chamber, a control module in communication with the sensor, and a power source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2015
    Publication date: December 17, 2015
    Inventors: Benjamin A. S. Van Mooy, Richard G. Keil
  • Patent number: 9188512
    Abstract: According to one aspect, the invention relates to an aquatic sample analysis system adapted for in situ use. The system includes an incubation chamber having an optically clear portion and forming an opening for receiving a fluidic sample and apparatus for sealing the opening. The system also includes a sensor for sensing at least one parameter associated with the sample inside the chamber, a control module in communication with the sensor, and a power source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Assignee: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
    Inventors: Benjamin A. S. Van Mooy, Richard G. Keil
  • Publication number: 20130068011
    Abstract: According to one aspect, the invention relates to an aquatic sample analysis system adapted for in situ use. The system includes an incubation chamber having an optically clear portion and forming an opening for receiving a fluidic sample and apparatus for sealing the opening. The system also includes a sensor for sensing at least one parameter associated with the sample inside the chamber, a control module in communication with the sensor, and a power source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Inventors: Benjamin A.S. Van Mooy, Richard G. Keil