Patents by Inventor William J. Wruck
William J. Wruck 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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Publication number: 20240128467Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbaraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Publication number: 20240021840Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2023Publication date: January 18, 2024Inventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbaraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Patent number: 11764363Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2020Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignees: CPS Technology Holdings LLC, Clarios Germany GmbH & Co. KGInventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbaraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Publication number: 20210098795Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2020Publication date: April 1, 2021Inventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbarraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Publication number: 20210057756Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2020Publication date: February 25, 2021Inventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbarraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Patent number: 10818930Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2016Date of Patent: October 27, 2020Assignees: CPS Technology Holdings LLC, Clarios Germany GmbH & Co. KGAAInventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbaraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Patent number: 10050254Abstract: The present disclosure relates to lead-acid batteries and the manufacture of lead-acid batteries containing acid pump devices to promote the circulation of electrolyte within the battery and/or battery cells to reduce acid stratification and improve battery performance. In various embodiments, battery cell components are assembled within an acid pump assembly that encloses the battery cell components on at least the bottom and ends. In various embodiments, at least a portion of the acid pumps may be integrally molded with or secured to various parts of the battery housing including the cover, side walls, and cell walls. In various embodiments; space for the acid pumps is created by varying the shape of the battery housing (e.g., the side walls or cell walls) and/or by modifying the shape, size, and or position of one or more of the battery electrodes or separators.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2010Date of Patent: August 14, 2018Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Zoe H. Jin, Michael S. Baxa, William J. Wruck, Kenneth A. Adams, Lisa M. Franklin, Glenn W. Andersen, Edward N. Mrotek
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Publication number: 20170062833Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2016Publication date: March 2, 2017Inventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbaraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Patent number: 9525177Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2009Date of Patent: December 20, 2016Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck, Ramachadran Subbaraman, James Symanski, Eberhard Meissner
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Publication number: 20120214032Abstract: The present disclosure relates to lead-acid batteries and the manufacture of lead-acid batteries containing acid pump devices to promote the circulation of electrolyte within the battery and/or battery cells to reduce acid stratification and improve battery performance. In various embodiments, battery cell components are assembled within an acid pump assembly that encloses the battery cell components on at least the bottom and ends. In various embodiments, at least a portion of the acid pumps may be integrally molded with or secured to various parts of the battery housing including the cover, side walls, and cell walls. In various embodiments; space for the acid pumps is created by varying the shape of the battery housing (e.g., the side walls or cell walls) and/or by modifying the shape, size, and or position of one or more of the battery electrodes or separators.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2010Publication date: August 23, 2012Applicant: Jonson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Lisa M. Franklin, Glenn W. Andersen, Edward N. Mrotek, Zoe H. Jin, Michael S. Baxa, William J. Wruck, Kenneth A. Adams
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Publication number: 20110311876Abstract: An electrical storage device includes high surface area fibers (e.g., shaped fibers and/or microfibers) coated with carbon (graphite, expanded graphite, activated carbon, carbon black, carbon nanofibers, CNT, or graphite coated CNT), electrolyte, and/or electrode active material (e.g., lead oxide) in electrodes. The electrodes are used to form electrical storage devices such as electrochemical batteries, electrochemical double layer capacitors, and asymmetrical capacitors.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2009Publication date: December 22, 2011Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Richard M. Sturgeon, Dennis A. Wetzel, Robert G. Gruenstern, William J. Wruck
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Patent number: 7061246Abstract: A method for predicting the remaining life of a battery for a vehicle includes obtaining a value representative of the amount of remaining life for a battery in a new and fully charged state and monitoring at least one parameter of the battery during use of the battery. The method also includes obtaining an acceleration factor based on the at least one monitored parameter and estimating the amount of life lost from the battery utilizing the acceleration factor.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2004Date of Patent: June 13, 2006Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Dougherty, William J. Wruck, Ronald C. Miles, Deeyu C. Chen, Michael L. Thompson
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Patent number: 7045236Abstract: A heat and gas exchange system for a battery is disclosed. The batter includes a plurality of cells and at least one space between the cells. The system includes a base configured to support the battery. The system also includes a plurality of members coupled to the base. Each of the members is configured to extend at least partially within at least one space between the cells of the battery. A heat and gas exchange system for a battery is also disclosed. A module for a battery for a vehicle is also disclosed. The battery includes a plurality of cells and at least one space between the cells. The module includes a base for supporting the battery. The module also includes a plurality of members coupled to the base. The module also includes a control system configured to provide air through the plurality of members from the space between the cells.Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2002Date of Patent: May 16, 2006Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Michael G. Andrew, Gary P. Houchin-Miller, William P. Segall, Jr., Thomas J. Dougherty, William J. Wruck
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Publication number: 20040189257Abstract: A method for predicting the remaining life of a battery for a vehicle includes obtaining a value representative of the amount of remaining life for a battery in a new and fully charged state and monitoring at least one parameter of the battery during use of the battery. The method also includes obtaining an acceleration factor based on the at least one monitored parameter and estimating the amount of life lost from the battery utilizing the acceleration factor.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2004Publication date: September 30, 2004Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Dougherty, William J. Wruck, Ronald C. Miles, Deeyu C. Chen, Michael L. Thompson
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Patent number: 6727708Abstract: A battery monitoring system is disclosed. The system comprises a means for acquiring a value representative of a first period of time during which the battery will deliver a sufficient amount of power. The system also comprises a means for measuring a set of parameters comprising a voltage of the battery and a temperature of the battery during a second period of time. The system also comprises a means for predicting whether the battery will deliver the sufficient amount of power during a third period of time less than the first period of time. An output signal is provided if the means for predicting determines that the battery will deliver the sufficient amount of power during the third period of time. A system for determining whether a battery for a vehicle will deliver a sufficient amount of power for a sufficient amount of time is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2002Date of Patent: April 27, 2004Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Dougherty, William J. Wruck, Ronald C. Miles, Deeyu C. Chen, Michael L. Thompson
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Publication number: 20030082440Abstract: A battery cover system provides secure attachment between an electronic device and a battery terminal. A housing element includes a connector attached to the housing element and configured for electrical attachment to a battery terminal. The housing element also includes an electronic device attached to the housing element and to the connector. The connector may thus be attached to the battery terminal to provide a secure electrical contact throughout the life of the battery.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2001Publication date: May 1, 2003Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Edward N. Mrotek, Majid Taghikhani, William J. Wruck, Jason E. Muhammad
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Publication number: 20030039882Abstract: A battery terminal adaptor that may be used to create an auxiliary top terminal post (positive or negative) at a location on a battery cover different from the location of the original top terminal post (positive or negative) is disclosed. The battery terminal adaptor includes: an electrically conductive body having a collar with an opening that is dimensioned so that when the battery terminal adaptor is installed on the battery, the collar can be placed over the original battery terminal post of the battery such that at least a portion of the collar contacts the battery terminal post; an adaptor terminal post upstanding from the body; and an extension member connecting the collar and the adaptor terminal post in spaced apart relationship. Also disclosed is another version of a battery terminal adaptor that can be installed on a battery having a positive top terminal post and a negative top terminal post to reverse the orientation of the top terminals.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2001Publication date: February 27, 2003Inventors: William J. Wruck, Majid Taghikhani, Edward N. Mrotek
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Publication number: 20020031700Abstract: A switch for controlling the supply of current from a battery cell in a cell cavity to a battery terminal in a battery casing is disclosed. The switch includes a mounting base, a first buss bar connected to the mounting base and connectable to the battery cell, a second buss bar connected to the mounting base and connectable to the battery terminal, and a relay having open and closed positions. The relay includes a third buss bar that places the first buss bar and the second buss bar in contact to provide current from the battery cell to the battery terminal when the relay is in the closed position. The relay is moved into a latched open position when a first winding of a coil of the relay is energized by electricity, and is moved back into a latched closed position when a second winding of the coil is energized.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2001Publication date: March 14, 2002Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: William J. Wruck, Majid Taghikhani, Wen-Hong Kao, Edward N. Mrotek, Michael L. Thomposon, Guy L. Pfeifer, William Berry, Nick Rajnovic, James R. Krenz, Dennis Nykiel
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Publication number: 20020026252Abstract: A computer system for vehicle battery selection based on vehicle operating conditions is disclosed. The computer system allows a user to obtain a prediction of vehicle battery service life when the user inputs a battery, a vehicle in which the battery will be installed and driving habits, and a geographic region in which the vehicle will be operated.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2001Publication date: February 28, 2002Inventors: William J. Wruck, Ronald C. Miles, Ralph A. Petersen, Arlen P. Walker
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Patent number: D424963Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 1999Date of Patent: May 16, 2000Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Guy L. Pfeifer, Richard T. Johnson, William J. Wruck, Majid Taghikhani, Edward N. Mrotek, Lisa M. Franklin, Stephen J. Kepler