Patents Represented by Attorney J. M. (Mark) Gilbreth & Associates, P.C. Gilbreth

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  • Apparatus and method for the evaluation of asphalt mixes
    Patent number: 6125685
    Abstract: The present invention provides and apparatus and method for analyzing the rutting and stripping characteristics of hot mix asphalt concrete samples. The apparatus of the invention measures the vertical penetration of a wheel rolling in a reciprocating motion across the surface of a compacted asphalt mix specimen. The apparatus incorporates precise environmental control and includes features for testing two or more samples simultaneously under wet or dry conditions or a combination of wet and dry conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2000
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: Rebecca E. Collier, Mark L. Kuss
  • Heat transfer blanket for controlling a patient's temperature
    Patent number: 6113626
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a heat transfer blanket which wraps the torso and legs leaving the arms, buttocks, perineum and head exposed and allows for the selective heating or cooling of various body parts at the same or different rates. The blanket of the present invention is also made up of panels which may be selectively opened to gain access to the chest, abdomen, legs or back to expose a surgical field or to provide access to these areas for necessary medical care.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2000
    Assignee: The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System
    Inventors: Guy L. Clifton, Emmy R. Miller
  • Apparatus for and methods of bracing soil, retaining water, and blocking roots
    Patent number: 6108972
    Abstract: A device for retaining garden beds, retaining water, and/or blocking plant roots, with the device having two connected reinforcing members with a liquid permeable member positioned between the reinforcing members. A method of building a garden bed includes using the device around the perimeter of a bed. A method for building a pond or stream includes using the device around the perimeter of the pond or stream. Finally, a method of blocking root travel includes burying the device to block travel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2000
    Inventor: George Patrick Solis
  • Compositions for stimulating hair growth, preventing hair loss, or minimizing hair loss, and methods for preparing and using same
    Patent number: 6103272
    Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for stimulating hair growth, preventing hair loss or minimizing hair loss. The compositions and methods include topical application and/or an oral administration of colloidal silver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Joseph A. Keeney
  • Conformance improvement additive, conformance treatment fluid made therefrom, method of improving conformance in a subterranean formation
    Patent number: 6102121
    Abstract: For conformance treatment to plug an opening in subterranean hydrocarbon bearing formation, a conformance additive including a dry mixture of water soluble crosslinkable polymer, a crosslinking agent, and a reinforcing material of fibers and/or comminuted plant materials. The method of forming a conformance fluid includes contacting the additive with water or an aqueous solution, with a method of conforming the formation further including the step of injecting the fluid into the formation to plug the opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Assignee: BottomLine Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Boyce D. Burts, Jr.