Patents by Inventor William Jackman
William Jackman 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: 9393739Abstract: For use in loading heavy sticks of plastic pipe into a pipe fusion machine, a pipe storage rack with hydraulically powered pipe stick dispensers and stands allows sticks of pipe stored on the rack to roll gravitationally onto a rocking V-shaped dispenser cam disposed between the rack and the fusion machine loading path for one-stick-at-a-time loading onto powered track and roller stands which enable Cartesian manipulation of the stick into the fusion machine. The cam is adjustable to suit pipe stick diameters ranging from 20? to 48?. Many sticks can be stored at one time, releasing heavy lifting equipment and operators to work elsewhere. The process requires only one operator using a pendant controller and the pipe sticks are handled by heavy equipment only when being loaded onto the racks.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2014Date of Patent: July 19, 2016Assignee: McElroy Manufacturing , Inc.Inventors: James R. Perrault, David Warren Porter, Brandon William Jackman, William Barton Draeger, Bobby L. Murray, Timothy M. Thoman, Arthur H. McElroy, II
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Publication number: 20140219770Abstract: For use in loading heavy sticks of plastic pipe into a pipe fusion machine, a pipe storage rack with hydraulically powered pipe stick dispensers and stands allows sticks of pipe stored on the rack to roll gravitationally onto a rocking V-shaped dispenser cam disposed between the rack and the fusion machine loading path for one-stick-at-a-time loading onto powered track and roller stands which enable Cartesian manipulation of the stick into the fusion machine. The cam is adjustable to suit pipe stick diameters ranging from 20? to 48?. Many sticks can be stored at one time, releasing heavy lifting equipment and operators to work elsewhere. The process requires only one operator using a pendant controller and the pipe sticks are handled by heavy equipment only when being loaded onto the racks.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 7, 2014Publication date: August 7, 2014Applicant: McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.Inventors: James R. Perrault, David Warren Porter, Brandon William Jackman, William Barton Draeger, Bobby L. Murray, Timothy M. Thoman, Arthur H. McElroy, II
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Patent number: 8690517Abstract: For use in loading heavy sticks of plastic pipe into a pipe fusion machine, a pipe storage rack with hydraulically powered pipe stick dispensers and stands allows sticks of pipe stored on the rack to roll gravitationally onto a rocking V-shaped dispenser cam disposed between the rack and the fusion machine loading path for one-stick-at-a-time loading onto powered track and roller stands which enable Cartesian manipulation of the stick into the fusion machine. The cam is adjustable to suit pipe stick diameters ranging from 20? to 48?. Many sticks can be stored at one time, releasing heavy lifting equipment and operators to work elsewhere. The process requires only one operator using a pendant controller and the pipe sticks are handled by heavy equipment only when being loaded onto the racks.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2011Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Inventors: James R. Perrault, David Warren Porter, Brandon William Jackman, William Barton Draeger, Bobby L. Murray, Timothy M. Thoman, Arthur H. McElroy, II
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Publication number: 20070098342Abstract: A fiber optic cable and methods of manufacturing the same includes at least one optical fiber, and at least one ferrule. The at least one ferrule is attached to the at least one optical fiber before the cable jacket is applied. The cable jacket surrounds the at least one optical fiber and the at least one ferrule so that when the cable jacket is opened the at least one optical fiber having the at least one ferrule attached may be accessed. Consequently, the when opening the cable, the craft is presented with an optical fiber that is preterminated with a ferrule. Optionally, the ferrule can have a cover or be a portion of a fiber optic connector. The cable is manufactured so that one or more of the ferrules are appropriately placed along the length of the fiber optic cable for distribution into the fiber optic network.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2005Publication date: May 3, 2007Inventors: Kenneth Temple, David Dean, Jody Greenwood, William Jackman, Keith Lail, Michael deJong
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Publication number: 20050259930Abstract: A method of laying an at least partially buried fiber optic cable includes placing a fiber optic cable with at least one associated alternating electromagnetic field emitting locating transponder (AEFELT) underground such that at least one AEFELT is buried underground.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2005Publication date: November 24, 2005Inventors: Robert Elkins, Lars Nielsen, James Luther, Thomas Theuerkorn, William Hurley, William Jackman, Michael Ott
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Publication number: 20050135735Abstract: An optical network that can span increased distances using a feeder link portion, at least one 1:N splitter, a distribution link portion, and a drop link portion for servicing end users. The at least one 1:N splitter being in optical communication between the feeder link portion and the distribution link portion. In one embodiment, the feeder link portion has at least one optical waveguide with a predetermined Stimulated Brillouin Scattering(SBS) threshold and the distribution link portion having at least one optical waveguide having a predetermined Stimulated Brillouin Scattering (SBS) threshold. The optical network having a SBS threshold ratio that is greater than one. The SBS threshold ratio being defined as the predetermined SBS threshold of the feeder link portion divided by the predetermined SBS threshold of distribution link portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2003Publication date: June 23, 2005Inventors: Bernhard Deutsch, William Jackman, Kenneth Dunn
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Publication number: 20050013565Abstract: A fiber optic cable includes at least one optical waveguide, at least one strength member, and a jacket. The at least one strength member is a material having an average residual angle in the range of about 30 degrees to about 65 degrees during a bending test using a mandrel having a wire ratio (D/d) of about 200, The strength member is suitable, if necessary, for self-attaching to studs, hooks, or the like by bending it therearound and is also suitable for hardware such as P-clamps or other grips. In other embodiments, strength member 14 is annealed to relieve work hardening. Preferred embodiments use a steel strength member with a carbon content between about 0.30 percent to about 0.75 percent. Additionally, a coating may be applied to the strength member for environmental/corrosion protection or conductivity.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2003Publication date: January 20, 2005Inventors: James Mohler, Kenneth Dunn, David Seddon, William Jackman
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Patent number: 6154124Abstract: In accordance with one aspect of the invention, a driver alert system includes a sensor, a windshield wiper of a vehicle, and circuitry. The sensor detects a predetermined condition on the vehicle. The circuitry is configured to activate the windshield wiper when the predetermined condition is detected. Additionally, a method is disclosed according to such system.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 1998Date of Patent: November 28, 2000Inventors: William Jackman, Richard Hall
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Patent number: 6068837Abstract: Methods and pharmaceutical compositions for modifying the mesothelial cells of a mammalian recipient in situ are provided. The methods include forming a mesothelial cell expression system in vivo or ex vivo and administering the expression system to the mammalian recipient (by way of the body cavities normally lined by mesothelial cells). The mesothelial cell expression system is useful for the localized and systemic delivery of therapeutic agents in situ.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 1997Date of Patent: May 30, 2000Assignee: Beth Israel Hospital AssociationInventors: Ty Robert Shockley, Robert William Jackman, Janice Ann Nagy
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Patent number: 5645829Abstract: Methods and pharmaceutical compositions for modifying the mesothelial cells of a mammalian recipient in situ are provided. The methods include forming a mesothelial cell expression system in vivo or ex vivo and administering the expression system to the mammalian recipient (by way of the body cavities normally lined by mesothelial cells). The mesothelial cell expression system is useful for the localized and systemic delivery of therapeutic agents in situ.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 1993Date of Patent: July 8, 1997Assignee: Beth Israel Hospital AssociationInventors: Ty Robert Shockley, Robert William Jackman, Janice Ann Nagy
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Patent number: 4561459Abstract: An apparatus for attaching a fire hose to a fire hydrant and for facilitating remote operation of the hydrant actuator stem. A water supply module containing a length of conduit is coupled between a hydrant port and a fire hose. An articulated boom supports an upper motor assembly coupled to the actuator stem of the hydrant. A remote transmitter can be used to broadcast control signals to the water supply module to operate the motor assembly. The motor assembly rotates the actuator stem of the hydrant between fully closed and fully open positions. The apparatus frees a fire fighter normally stationed at the hydrant, permitting the fire fighter to engage in the initial fire fighting activities at the scene of a fire.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 1984Date of Patent: December 31, 1985Inventor: William Jackman