Patents by Inventor Thomas A. Zimmerman
Thomas A. Zimmerman 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: 6848188Abstract: A laser alignment device provides horizontal and vertical reference planes, lines, and points. The alignment device includes a pendulum assembly that supports a laser beam source assembly, two reflectors, and two motors. The laser beam source directs beams onto the reflectors—producing a horizontal reference beam and a vertical reference beam. Each reflector is rotated by one of the motors. Continuous rotation generates a reference plane; dithering generates a reference line, and no movement results in a reference point. The pendulum assembly includes a coarse pendulum that supports a fine pendulum, as well as the rotating motors and beam reflectors. The coarse pendulum roughly levels the alignment device. The fine pendulum supports the laser beam source assembly and brings the alignment device to a level position. The laser alignment device also includes a motor control system that enables users to accurately position the device's references.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2001Date of Patent: February 1, 2005Assignee: Toolz, Ltd.Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind, Aragon Burlingham, Jonathan Carver, Thomas Zimmerman, Wolfgang Ott
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Publication number: 20040186141Abstract: This invention pertains to a compound of Formula I, its N-oxide oran agriculturally suitable salt of the compound (Formula I) wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are methods for controlling arthropods comprising contacting the arthropods or their environment with an arthropodicially effective amount of a compound for Formula I; and compositions containing the compounds of Formula I.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2004Publication date: September 23, 2004Inventor: William Thomas Zimmerman
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Publication number: 20040110777Abstract: This invention provides methods for controlling invertebrate pests comprising contacting the pests or their environment with an arthropodicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula (I), its N-oxides or agriculturally suitable salts wherein B, J, K, R3 and R4 and n are as defined in the disclosure.This invention also pertains to certain compounds of Formula (I) and compositions for controlling invertebrate pests comprising a biologically effective amount of a compound of Formula I and at least one additional component selected from the group consisting of surfactants, solid diluents and liquid diluents.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 14, 2003Publication date: June 10, 2004Inventors: Gary David Annis, Brian James Myers, Thomas Paul Selby, Thomas Martin Stevenson, William Thomas Zimmerman
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Publication number: 20040085646Abstract: A multi-beam tool is disclosed which can perform square, plumb, and level function which may be required in a construction environment. The tool can generate in a preferred embodiment up to five orthogonal beams with two beams being plumb and three beams being leveled. Combinations of two level beams, or a level and a plumb beam in orthogonal arrangement can produce a square alignment set of beams. The tool includes in a preferred arrangement a self-leveling pendulum to which a laser and quad-mirror arrangement is secured. The self-leveling pendulum is dampened in order to allow the tool to settle down and provide alignment after the tool is positioned as desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2003Publication date: May 6, 2004Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind, William F. Carlsen, Eugene F. Duval, Andrew G. Butler, Thomas Zimmerman
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Patent number: 6657788Abstract: A multi-beam tool is disclosed which can perform square, plumb, and level function which may be required in a construction environment. The tool can generate in a preferred embodiment up to five orthogonal beams with two beams being plumb and three beams being leveled. Combinations of two level beams, or a level and a plumb beam in orthogonal arrangement can produce a square alignment set of beams. The tool includes in a preferred arrangement a self-leveling pendulum to which a laser and quad-mirror arrangement is secured. The self-leveling pendulum is dampened in order to allow the tool to settle down and provide alignment after the tool is positioned as desired.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2003Date of Patent: December 2, 2003Assignee: Toolz, Ltd.Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind, William F. Carlsen, Jr., Eugene F. Duval, Andrew G. Butler, Thomas Zimmerman
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Publication number: 20030145474Abstract: A laser alignment device provides horizontal and vertical reference planes, lines, and points. The alignment device includes a pendulum assembly that supports a laser beam source assembly, two reflectors, and two motors. The laser beam source directs beams onto the reflectors—producing a horizontal reference beam and a vertical reference beam. Each reflector is rotated by one of the motors. Continuous rotation generates a reference plane; dithering generates a reference line, and no movement results in a reference point. The pendulum assembly includes a coarse pendulum that supports a fine pendulum, as well as the rotating motors and beam reflectors. The coarse pendulum roughly levels the alignment device. The fine pendulum supports the laser beam source assembly and brings the alignment device to a level position. The laser alignment device also includes a motor control system that enables users to accurately position the device's references.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2001Publication date: August 7, 2003Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind, Aragon Burlingham, Jonathan Carver, Thomas Zimmerman, Wolfgang Ott
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Publication number: 20030137741Abstract: A multi-beam tool is disclosed which can perform square, plumb, and level function which may be required in a construction environment. The tool can generate in a preferred embodiment up to five orthogonal beams with two beams being plumb and three beams being leveled. Combinations of two level beams, or a level and a plumb beam in orthogonal arrangement can produce a square alignment set of beams. The tool includes in a preferred arrangement a self-leveling pendulum to which a laser and quad-mirror arrangement is secured. The self-leveling pendulum is dampened in order to allow the tool to settle down and provide alignment after the tool is positioned as desired.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2003Publication date: July 24, 2003Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind, William F. Carlsen, Eugene F. Duval, Andrew G. Butler, Thomas Zimmerman
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Patent number: 6542304Abstract: A multi-beam tool is disclosed which can perform square, plumb, and level function which may be required in a construction environment. The tool can generate in a preferred embodiment up to five orthogonal beams with two beams being plumb and three beams being leveled. Combinations of two level beams, or a level and a plumb beam in orthogonal arrangement can produce a square alignment set of beams. The tool includes in a preferred arrangement a self-leveling pendulum to which a laser and quad-mirror arrangement is secured. The self-leveling pendulum is damped in order to allow the tool to settle down and provide alignment after the tool is positioned as desired. The quad-mirror, the magnetic damping, and the coiled wire allowing power to be provided to the laser assembly, each separately, and also in combination, provide for a compact tool.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2000Date of Patent: April 1, 2003Assignee: Toolz, Ltd.Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind, William F. Carlsen, Jr., Eugene F. Duval, Andrew G. Butler, Thomas Zimmerman
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Patent number: 6419378Abstract: A method of manufacturing a roadway luminaire is provided which includes the steps of molding a two part upper housing from a composite material and applying a reflective substance directly to an inner surface of a domed portion of the housing to create a reflector. The luminaire further includes a lower housing hingedly attached to the upper housing which supports a lens therein and is pivotable into an open position and latched to the upper housing in a closed position. Means are provided for mounting the luminaire to a pole.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2000Date of Patent: July 16, 2002Assignee: Acuity Brands, Inc.Inventors: Mark T. Wedell, Timothy D. Cathey, Margaret A. Self, John DeCandia, Greg Marik, Thomas A.. Zimmerman, Edward B. Bilson, R. W. Kauffman (Rick)
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Publication number: 20020054433Abstract: A multi-beam tool is disclosed which can perform square, plumb, and level function which may be required in a construction environment. The tool can generate in a preferred embodiment up to five orthogonal beams with two beams being plumb and three beams being leveled. Combinations of two level beams, or a level and a plumb beam in orthogonal arrangement can produce a square alignment set of beams. The tool includes in a preferred arrangement a self-leveling pendulum to which a laser and quad-mirror arrangement is secured. The self-leveling pendulum is damped in order to allow the tool to settle down and provide alignment after the tool is positioned as desired. The quadmirror, the magnetic damping, and the coiled wire allowing power to be provided to the laser assembly, each separately, and also in combination, provide for a compact tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2000Publication date: May 9, 2002Applicant: Toolz, Ltd.Inventors: Christopher A. Tacklind , William F. Carlsen , Darren Chin-Ho Kim , Eugene F. Duval , Andrew G. Butler , Thomas Zimmerman
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Patent number: 6302564Abstract: A roadway luminaire is provided which includes a mast mount docking sation securable to an end of a pole mast. The mast mount docking station includes a power plug electrically coupled to the power conductors. The luminaire includes a corresponding power plug which is electrically and mechanically coupled to the mast mount docking station via a twist-lock feature including mating keys and keyways in the docking station and luminaire, respectively. The luminaire includes several plug-in components such as a plug-in photoelectric cell, a plug-in starter and a capacitor press-fit into a molded cavity in the luminaire. The power plug of the luminaire is adaptable to be used with all international voltages. The twist-lock feature provides for a fool-proof mechanical and electrical connection to ensure that the correctly rated luminaire is connected to the supply voltage.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 1999Date of Patent: October 16, 2001Assignee: Thomas & Betts International, Inc.Inventors: Mark T. Wedell, Timothy D. Cathey, Margaret A. Self, John DeCandia, Greg Marik, Thomas A. Zimmerman, Edward B. Bilson, R. W. Kauffman (Rick)
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Patent number: 6278361Abstract: A system and method for monitoring tread wear, shock absorber performance, balance condition of a vehicle tire, and/or rotation speed of a vehicle wheel, use a sensor to provide acceleration signals. To monitor tread wear, acceleration signals from the sensor determine at least one resonance frequency of at least one of the radial and lateral acceleration of the tire and compares it to at least one stored resonance frequency To monitor shock absorber performance, the amplitude of the Fourier component of the radial acceleration is compared to a stored amplitude value. To monitor a balance condition of a vehicle tire, the sensor provides acceleration signals measured over a specified time duration to determine an amplitude of the Fourier component of the radial acceleration that is compared to a stored amplitude specification balance condition of the tire.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 1999Date of Patent: August 21, 2001Assignee: TRW Inc.Inventors: Kiran R. Magiawala, Carol A. Eberhard, George W. McIver, Barry Dunbridge, Thomas A. Zimmerman
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Patent number: 6241367Abstract: A roadway luminaire is provided which includes a mast mount docking station securable to an end of a pole mast. The mast mount docking station includes a power plug electrically coupled to the power conductors. The luminaire includes a corresponding power plug which is electrically and mechanically coupled to the mast mount docking station via a twist-lock feature including mating keys and keyways in the docking station and luminaire, respectively. The luminaire includes several plug-in components such as a plug-in photoelectric cell, a plug-in starter and a capacitor press-fit into a molded cavity in the luminaire. The power plug of the luminaire is adaptable to be used with all international voltages. The twist-lock feature provides for a fool-proof mechanical and electrical connection to ensure that the correctly rate luminaire is connected to the supply voltage.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 1999Date of Patent: June 5, 2001Assignee: Thomas & Betts International, Inc.Inventors: Mark T. Wedell, Timothy D. Cathey, Margaret A Self, John DeCandia, Greg Marik, Thomas A. Zimmerman, Edward B. Bilson, R. W. Kauffman
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Patent number: 6132065Abstract: A method of manufacturing a roadway luminaire is provided which includes the steps of molding an upper housing from a composite material and applying a reflective substance directly to an inner surface of a domed portion of the housing to create a reflector. The luminaire further includes a lower housing hingedly attached to the upper housing which supports a lens therein and is pivotable into an open position and latched to the upper housing in a closed position. Means are provided for mounting the luminaire to a pole.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 1999Date of Patent: October 17, 2000Assignee: Thomas & Betts International, Inc.Inventors: Mark T. Wedell, Timothy D. Cathey, Margaret A. Self, John DeCandia, Greg Marik, Thomas A. Zimmerman, Edward B. Bilson, R. W. Kauffman
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Patent number: 6059427Abstract: A roadway luminaire is provided which includes a mast mount docking station securable to an end of a pole mast. The mast mount docking station includes a power plug electrically coupled to the power conductors. The luminaire includes a corresponding power plug which is electrically and mechanically coupled to the mast mount docking station via a twist-lock feature including mating keys and keyways in the docking station and luminaire, respectively. The luminaire includes several plug-in components such as a plug-in photoelectric cell, a plug-in starter and a capacitor press-fit into a molded cavity in the luminaire. The power plug of the luminaire is adaptable to be used with all international voltages. The twist-lock feature provides for a fool-proof mechanical and electrical connection to ensure that the correctly rated luminaire is connected to the supply voltage.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 1999Date of Patent: May 9, 2000Assignee: Thomas & Betts CorporationInventors: Mark T. Wedell, Timothy D. Cathey, Margaret A. Self, John DeCandia, Greg Marik, Thomas A. Zimmerman, Edward B. Bilson, R. W. (Rick) Kauffman
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Patent number: 5941632Abstract: A roadway luminaire is provided which includes a mast mount docking sation securable to an end of a pole mast. The mast mount docking station includes a power plug electrically coupled to the power conductors. The luminaire includes a corresponding power plug which is electrically and mechanically coupled to the mast mount docking station via a twist-lock feature including mating keys and keyways in the docking station and luminaire, respectively. The luminaire includes several plug-in components such as a plug-in photoelectric cell, a plug-in starter and a capacitor pressfit into a molded cavity in the luminaire. The power plug of the luminaire is adaptable to be used with all international voltages. The twist-lock feature provides for a foolproof mechanical and electrical connection to ensure that the correctly rated luminaire is connected to the supply voltage.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 1997Date of Patent: August 24, 1999Assignee: Thomas & Betts CorporationInventors: Mark T. Wedell, Timothy D. Cathey, Margaret A Self, John DeCandia, Greg Marik, Thomas A. Zimmerman, Edward B. Bilson, R. W. Kauffman
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Patent number: 5914701Abstract: A wireless system includes one or more transmitters and one or more remote receivers that are respectively coupled through one or more users and room ground. The transmitters each produce low-frequency, low power signals that, through capacitive coupling, pass as displacement currents into and from the body of the user, which acts as a conductive node. A receiver that couples capacitively to the user responds to the displacement currents and reproduces the signals. The transmitter includes a signal generator and a pair of electrodes. The signal generator produces modulated signals that vary the voltage between the electrodes, a first one of which is closely coupled capacitively to the user's body such that the "quasi-electrostatic" field resulting from the electrode potential causes a displacement current to pass to the user's body.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 1997Date of Patent: June 22, 1999Assignee: Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyInventors: Neil Gersheneld, Thomas Zimmerman, David Allport
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Patent number: 5803590Abstract: A roadway luminaire is provided which includes a mast mount docking station securable to an end of a pole mast. The mast mount docking station includes a power plug electrically coupled to the power conductors. The luminaire includes a corresponding power plug which is electrically and mechanically coupled to the mast mount docking station via a twist-lock feature including mating keys and keyways in the docking station and luminaire, respectively. The luminaire includes several plug-in components such as a plug-in photoelectric cell, a plug-in starter and a capacitor press-fit into a molded cavity in the luminaire. The power plug of the luminaire is adaptable to be used with all international voltages. The twist-lock feature provides for a fool-proof mechanical and electrical connection to ensure that the correctly rated luminaire is connected to the supply voltage.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 1996Date of Patent: September 8, 1998Assignee: Thomas & Betts CorporationInventors: Mark Taylor Wedell, Edward Bernard Bilson, Thomas A. Zimmerman, Glenn A. Ellis, III
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Patent number: 5728651Abstract: Compounds of Formula I having herbicidal utility are disclosed ##STR1## wherein the left-hand ring contains only single bonds or one bond in the ring is a double bond, and R.sup.1, R.sup.2, Q and n are defined in the text, including compositions containing such compounds and a method for controlling weeds employing such compounds.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 1995Date of Patent: March 17, 1998Assignees: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Degussa AktiengesellschaftInventors: Wonpyo Hong, Karlheinz Drauz, Matthias Schafer, William Thomas Zimmerman
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Patent number: 5723410Abstract: This invention relates to certain herbicidal pyrrolesulfonylureas, compositions thereof and a method for their use as herbicides or plant growth regulants.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 1996Date of Patent: March 3, 1998Assignee: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: William Thomas Zimmerman, Bruce Anthony Lockett, John Cuomo