Patents by Inventor Richard J. Sim

Richard J. Sim 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: 11986904
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of an Al—Ce—Ni alloy for use in additive manufacturing. The disclosed alloy embodiments provide fabricated objects, such as bulk components, comprising a heterogeneous microstructure and having good mechanical properties even when exposed to conditions used during the additive manufacturing process. Methods for making and using alloy embodiments also are disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignees: UT-Battelle, LLC, University of Tennessee Research Foundation, Iowa State University Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Ryan R. Dehoff, Hunter B. Henderson, Scott McCall, Richard Michi, Peeyush Nandwana, Ryan Ott, Alexander J. Plotkowski, Orlando Rios, Amit Shyam, Zachary C. Sims, Kevin D. Sisco, David Weiss, Ying Yang
  • Patent number: 5772222
    Abstract: An apparatus which is convertible between a multi-wheeled vehicle and a multi-legged stationary structure such as a table, crib or playpen. The invention is comprised of a main body to which are attached wheel assemblies capable of freely pivoting movement under the force of their own weight when the body is lifted. Wide tires are provided which, after swiveling downward, will result in supporting the body. The wheel thickness is enough so that the vehicle rolls well in soft or sandy soils, while contributing to the resulting height of the raised body, after the vehicle is lifted and the wheel assemblies have pivoted down into their vertical position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Inventors: Richard J. Sim, George T. Zuzulock, Jr.