Patents by Inventor Ryan A. Karns

Ryan A. Karns 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).

  • Publication number: 20240157777
    Abstract: An energy storage system is removably coupled to a vehicle and includes a frame, a battery supported on the frame, and a frame alignment system. The frame includes a base configured to rest on a support surface while the frame is uncoupled from the vehicle, and a first mounting feature configured to engage a complementary second mounting feature positioned on the vehicle. The battery is configured to provide power to the vehicle while the energy storage system is coupled to the vehicle. The frame alignment system includes a guide surface configured to engage the second mounting feature as the frame is coupled to the vehicle, the engagement between the guide surface and the second mounting feature facilitating alignment between the first mounting feature and the second mounting feature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2023
    Publication date: May 16, 2024
    Inventors: Craig Beange, Daniel Black, Ryan Karns
  • Publication number: 20110284529
    Abstract: One embodiment consisting of food conservation units including cooling elements such as peltier units 30, fan 31, and vacuum 32. Embodiment also includes microwave components such as HV transformer/diode 71, capacitor 70, magnetron 25, vent hood 21, and stirrer 22 allowing food in compartment 20 to be cooked. These components are managed by front LCD head unit 10, turn click knob 13, and quick menu buttons 11-12. Embodiment is accessible through transparent microwave proof hinged door and can be made of multiple materials and in a variety of sizes and colors. Other components are described and shown.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2010
    Publication date: November 24, 2011
    Inventor: Ryan A. Karns