Patents Assigned to Concurrent Technologies Corporation
  • Patent number: 11734477
    Abstract: A modular and scalable system configured to generate a topology platform for training, entertainment, gaming, living, working, acting, viewing, etc. The platform can have a plurality of movable columns that are extendable and retractable. In some embodiments, some of the columns can be retracted to allow users to walk on the columns while other columns can be extended to form a barrier (e.g., wall) or form an inanimate object (e.g., table). The system may be used in furniture to provide topologies for highly customized support structure designs to accommodate varying body shapes, sizes, and individual comfort levels. The system may be used to generate topologies for greenscreen film stages to provide post-production editing, compositing with actors, stuntmen, and video, etc. The platform can be configurable and re-configurable to change the objects and features of the topology and represent different or dynamic environments at any time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2023
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Ronald Punako, Jr., David Ray Hockenberry, John Lee Wass, III, Jeremy Adam Brougher, James David Luciew
  • Patent number: 11493314
    Abstract: Disclosed is a cartridge case for various caliber ammunition that consists essentially of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy that is formed into the cartridge case through an injection mold processing. Also disclosed is a method for forming a cartridge case, which may include use of Metal Injection Molding (“MIM”) processes to produce the cartridge case which retains a primer, propellant, and/or a bullet. The method can include metal injection molding an initial part, and also at least one of tapering and trimming the initial part to form the finished cartridge case. Further embodiments can include the use of Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis to develop an optimized MIM design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Skowron, Juan Valencia, Shawn Rhodes, William Brueggen
  • Patent number: 11465207
    Abstract: Disclosed is a cartridge case for various caliber ammunition that consists essentially of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy that is formed into the cartridge case through an injection mold processing. Also disclosed is a method for forming a cartridge case, which may include use of Metal Injection Molding (“MIM”) processes to produce the cartridge case which retains a primer, propellant, and/or a bullet. The method can include metal injection molding an initial part, and also at least one of tapering and trimming the initial part to form the finished cartridge case. Further embodiments can include the use of Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis to develop an optimized MIM design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2022
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Skowron, Juan Valencia, Shawn Rhodes, William Brueggen
  • Patent number: 11353305
    Abstract: Disclosed is a cartridge case for various caliber ammunition that can consist essentially of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that is formed into the cartridge case through an injection mold processing. Also disclosed is a method for forming a cartridge case, which may include use of Metal Injection Molding (“MIM”) processes to produce the cartridge case which retains a primer, propellant, and/or a bullet. Also disclosed are embodiments related to a case telescoped cartridge that may include a cap and a body. The body can consist essentially of or consists entirely of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that has been formed through MIM. The cap can comprise plastic that has been formed through plastic molding or comprise powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that has been formed through MIM.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Skowron, Juan Valencia, Shawn Rhodes
  • Patent number: 11309530
    Abstract: The current invention includes an additive manufactured electrode that may be used for a flow battery system. In some embodiments, the electrode may include a composite material and/or at least one flow channel to direct, or at least influence, flow of electrolyte. The flow channel can be formed onto a surface and/or within a body of the electrode, and may be used to generate fluid pathways that cause the electrolyte to flow in a certain manner. The composite material may include a rigid core and a flexible compressible outer layer that may improve reactions zones, enhance mechanical properties, and/or provide low-pressure paths for electrolyte to flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel R. Markiewicz, Michel J. McCluskey, Timothy Allen Kennedy, Paul John Brezovec, Michael L. Tims
  • Patent number: 11123800
    Abstract: A tool for performing work on a workpiece, such as a pipe, includes a mandrel assembly configured to secure to an interior portion of the pipe. The mandrel assembly includes an arm assembly configured to retain a cutting apparatus so as to be positioned at an outside portion of the pipe and to allow the cutting apparatus to revolve around the circumference of the pipe to perform work on the pipe. The mandrel assembly includes a hub and a plurality of jaws that allow it to secure to the interior of the pipe while the arm assembly props the cutting apparatus in a position to facilitate performing work on the pipe around the entire circumference of a section of the pipe. The engagement between the mandrel assembly and the pipe supports the weight of the tool, providing ease of use and improved control for pipe cutting operations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy G. Freidhoff, Daniel B. George, II, Brock T. Golesich, Paul I. Sleppy
  • Patent number: 11077517
    Abstract: Embodiments can include a self-reacting friction stir weld (“FSW”) tool. The device can be configured to be portable and produce full penetration welds in situ. The FSW tool can include a system that cuts out a portion of the structure surrounding a defective portion of the structure. A work-piece can be inserted within the removed portion and friction stir welded to the structure via the FSW tool. A superior repair as compared to merely welding the defect can be achieved by replacing a portion of the structure surrounding the defect as opposed to merely welding the defect (e.g., the crack). A controlled geometric shaped weld beam can be generated for the interface between the work-piece and the structure, which may led to a stronger, more reliable weld.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Mark. T. Smitherman, Timothy G. Freidhoff, Paul I. Sleppy, Daniel B. George, II, James C. McHenry, Alan W. Baum
  • Patent number: 10871361
    Abstract: Disclosed is a cartridge case for various caliber ammunition that can consist essentially of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that is formed into the cartridge case through an injection mold processing. Also disclosed is a method for forming a cartridge case, which may include use of Metal Injection Molding (“MIM”) processes to produce the cartridge case which retains a primer, propellant, and/or a bullet. Also disclosed are embodiments related to a case telescoped cartridge that may include a cap and a body. The body can consist essentially of or consists entirely of a powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that has been formed through MIM. The cap can comprise plastic that has been formed through plastic molding or comprise powdered metal and/or powdered metal alloy(s) that has been formed through MIM.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2020
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Skowron, Juan Valencia, Shawn Rhodes
  • Patent number: 9728791
    Abstract: A self-sealing flow frame is provided having a first frame component and a second frame component. Each frame component is provided with a tongue-and-groove configuration that when assembled forms a tessellation engagement, which creates the seal. When each frame component is assembled into a flow frame, with the inner surfaces facing towards each other, the tongue-and-groove arrangements create a seal profile that circumscribe constituent parts of a device within which the self-sealing flow frame is being employed. As the frame components are compressively secured and fastened together, a tessellation engagement of the seal profile forms the fluid seal. Fluids of the device are prevented from exfiltrating the device, and are contained within the self-sealing flow frame by the fluid seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 8, 2017
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Michel J. McCluskey, John Ellsworth Gover, Jr., Bryan P. Tipton, Kevin Anthony Weaver, Jennifer Lyne Kronick, David B. Berkey, Daniel R. Markiewicz
  • Patent number: 9600242
    Abstract: The present invention addresses the development of software applications for multiple domains and users. The application framework of the present invention includes a collection of mutually compatible software components, technologies and capabilities that can be assembled using object-oriented techniques to build custom software applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Kamal V. Gella, David R. Hockenberry, Donald May, Jeremy Snyder, Natarajan Sridhar, Laurie Waisel, John Wass
  • Patent number: 9587309
    Abstract: A method of producing a 3-dimensional (“3-D”) product from metals in the gaseous state includes the steps of providing a substrate of 3-D shape; providing a flow of a gaseous chemical compound(s) around the 3-D substrate, wherein the gaseous chemical compound(s) comprises a metal carbonyl gas; selectively heating the 3-D substrate to decompose the metal carbonyl gasses, wherein metal separated as a result of the decomposition is deposited on the 3-D substrate; selectively controlling the flow rate of one or more metal carbonyl gasses and the temporal and spatial temperature distribution throughout the 3-D substrate to achieve a desired thickness distribution of the metal or metals on the 3-D substrate; and removing the 3-D substrate to produce a resulting 3-D metal product with an complex geometry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2017
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Joseph R. Pickens, Juan Valencia, Michael L. Tims
  • Patent number: 9520608
    Abstract: A system for converting a waste stream to energy including a water purification device that outputs purified water and a waste stream that includes an electrolyte, a wind and electrolytic energy generation device that receives the waste stream from the water purification device and outputs energy based on the electrolyte present in the waste stream and a power distribution system which receives and stores the energy from the wind and electrolytic energy generation device. The water purification device is further connected to the power distribution system and receives energy enabling further operation of the water purification device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Becker, Michael Pollock, Michel J. McCluskey, Daniel R. Markiewicz
  • Patent number: 9394596
    Abstract: Aluminum-magnesium alloys are ideal for ship construction; however, these alloys can become sensitized and susceptible to intergranular corrosion when exposed to moderately elevated temperatures. A stabilization treatment has been developed to reverse sensitization and restore corrosion resistance, such that in-service plate can be refurbished rather than replaced. This treatment involves a short exposure to a specific elevated temperature range and can be implemented with portable units onboard a ship.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence S. Kramer, Catherine Wong
  • Patent number: 9156714
    Abstract: A self contained energy generating system that comprises a galvanic battery and a power distribution system. The energy generating system is used to purify water by using a reverse osmosis device that draws in a source of water and transfers electrolytes to the galvanic battery. Upon contact with the electrolyte, the galvanic battery produces energy by an oxidation-reduction reaction of the cathode and anode and transfers energy to the power distribution system, which in turn provides power to the osmosis device. Additionally, the system includes a hydrogen fuel cell to increase the amount of energy generated and a power storage device for storing excess energy generated. The system also includes a controller which is configured to regulate the overall operation of the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Michel J. McCluskey, Mark Becker, Michael Pollock, Daniel R. Markiewicz
  • Patent number: 8968948
    Abstract: A self contained energy generating system that comprises a galvanic battery and a power distribution system. The energy generating system is used to purify water by using a reverse osmosis device that draws in a source of water and transfers electrolytes to the galvanic battery. Upon contact with the electrolyte, the galvanic battery produces energy by an oxidation-reduction reaction of the cathode and anode and transfers energy to the power distribution system, which in turn provides power to the osmosis device. Additionally, the system includes a hydrogen fuel cell to increase the amount of energy generated and a power storage device for storing excess energy generated. The system also includes a controller which is configured to regulate the overall operation of the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Michel J. McCluskey, Mark Becker, Michael Pollock, Daniel R. Markiewicz
  • Publication number: 20140193731
    Abstract: A system for converting a waste stream to energy including a water purification device that outputs purified water and a waste stream that includes an electrolyte, a wind and electrolytic energy generation device that receives the waste stream from the water purification device and outputs energy based on the electrolyte present in the waste stream and a power distribution system which receives and stores the energy from the wind and electrolytic energy generation device. The water purification device is further connected to the power distribution system and receives energy enabling further operation of the water purification device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Becker, Michael Pollock, Michel J. McCluskey, Daniel R. Markiewicz
  • Patent number: 8532952
    Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are provided for creation of discrete corrosion defects with a wide range of diameter to depth aspect ratios for painted test standards. Also provided are methods for use of those test standards to characterize the corrosion under paint detection threshold, statistical reliability, and accuracy of NDI and/or NDT techniques including but not limited to flash thermography, ultrasonic testing, eddy current testing, microwave testing, shearography, and infrared testing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Joseph Pecina, Scott Ryan, John Cargill
  • Patent number: 8504979
    Abstract: The present invention addresses the development of software applications for multiple domains and users. The application framework of the present invention includes a collection of mutually compatible software components, technologies and capabilities that can be assembled using object-oriented techniques to build custom software applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2013
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Kamal V. Gella, David R. Hockenberry, Donald May, Jeremy Snyder, Natarajan Sridhar, Laurie Waisel, John Wass
  • Patent number: 8448490
    Abstract: Methods and apparatuses are provided for creation of discrete corrosion defects with a wide range of diameter to depth aspect ratios for painted test standards. Also provided are methods for use of those test standards to characterize the corrosion under paint detection threshold, statistical reliability, and accuracy of NDI and/or NDT techniques including but not limited to flash thermography, ultrasonic testing, eddy current testing, microwave testing, shearography, and infrared testing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2013
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Joseph Pecina, Scott Ryan, John Cargill
  • Patent number: 8356831
    Abstract: The adjustable trailer hitch assembly of the present invention is designed for attachment to the head of most commercially available trailers. The adjustable trailer hitch assembly includes a first weldment member pivotally attachable to a head of a trailer, and a second weldment member operably connected to the first weldment member for lateral movement between extended and locked positions. Collapsible extension arms operably connect the first and second weldment members providing movement between the extended and locked positions. The collapsible extension arms are positionable between a first collapsed position with the first and second weldment members adjacent one another defining the locked position, and a second extended position with the first and second weldment members separated from one another defining the extended position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Assignee: Concurrent Technologies Corporation
    Inventors: Michael John Pollock, John E. Gover, Jr., Brian S. Rose, Greg E. Holt