Patents Assigned to Controls, Inc.
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Publication number: 20130036800Abstract: A method and device for generating an ongoing consistent velocity within a pipeline flow in order to achieve fluid homogeneity prior to oil water measurement. A recirculation flow loop withdraws flow from a first point in a pipeline, accelerates that flow with a pump, and reinjects the outflow from the pump through turbulence inducing outlets at a second point in the pipeline upstream of the first flow withdrawal point. The increased turbulence and mixing of the fluid flowing in the pipeline enhances the homogeneity of the oil/water suspension. The more homogeneous fluid recirculating in the flow loop passes through a measurement probe of an oil/water detector, thus increasing the accuracy of the oil/water measurement of the fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2012Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: Kam Controls, Inc.Inventor: Kam Mohajer
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Publication number: 20130041421Abstract: Techniques for determining whether one or more leads are not adequately connected to a patient, e.g., for ECG monitoring, are described. The techniques involve injection of an integrated signal (which includes a test signal) into one lead, and monitoring the driven lead and the response at the other leads, including the common mode and the difference between the other leads. These “lead-off” detection techniques may be provided by an external defibrillator that provides three-wire ECG monitoring. Techniques for determining a type of a cable coupled to a defibrillator are also described. The cable-type identification may allow a defibrillator to, for example, operate in either a three-wire ECG monitoring mode or a therapy mode, based on whether a three-wire ECG cable or a defibrillation cable is coupled to the defibrillator.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2012Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: PHYSIO-CONTROL, INC.Inventors: Zhong Qun Lu, Richard C. Nova, Paul S. Tamura, Gary A. DeBardi, David W. Tecklenburg, Tyler R. Hart, James S. Neumiller, Richard J. Cardin
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Publication number: 20130037125Abstract: A pressure relief valve assembly includes a body having a passage extending therethrough. The body includes an upstream end adapted to be connected to a source of fluid pressure, an intermediate portion, and a downstream end having a downstream exit. A rupture disk is mounted in the passageway and blocks the fluid pressure of the source from the downstream end. In operation, the rupture disk configured to rupture above a predetermined differential fluid pressure. A catcher is disposed in the passage downstream of the rupture disk. The catcher generally includes a disk portion with at least one opening sized to prevent passage of the rupture disk through the catcher in response to a rupture disk failure while simultaneously allowing fluid flow through the catcher to the downstream exit.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2012Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: S.P.M. Flow Control, Inc.Inventors: Philip Drake, Brian Witkowski
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Patent number: 8372467Abstract: Potato chip cooking process and apparatus includes controlled cooking of potato slices from the initial to the final cooking stages. Slices are deposited in hot cooking oil to develop a slice pack which is carried along a cooking path during which the pack is agitated and mixed by paddle means or tumbled so that the individual slices receive maximum contact with the cooking medium. The cooking path may be divided into one or more stages in each of which the cooking times and temperatures are selected and maintained to produce potato chips of different styles having a final moisture content in the range of 1.2% to 2%. Further disclosed are apparatus that includes temperature and oil circulation controls for the oil heat exchangers dedicated to each stage of a cooking protocol.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2008Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: Heat and Control, Inc.Inventors: Andrew A. Caridis, John Macrae Silvester, Anthony Wade Morris, Thomas John Miller, Enrique Alejandro Leon
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Patent number: 8368277Abstract: A rotor for an electrical inductor motor or an induction generator includes a core having spaces formed in the core. The rotor also has a first end ring. The first end ring has a first hub portion. A first ring is connected to the first hub portion by first spokes. The rotor also has a second end ring. The second end ring has a second hub portion. A second ring is connected to the second hub portion by second spokes. The first end ring is secured to the core. The second end ring is rotated a predetermined amount so the first spokes are misaligned with the second spokes. The second end ring is connected to the first end ring and the core. The core, the first end ring and the second end ring form a substrate. An aluminum conductor is cast to the substrate. The aluminum conductor fills in the spaces and around the first and second spokes to form a cast rotor.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2011Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: BAE Systems Controls Inc.Inventor: David Joseph Czebiniak
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Publication number: 20130022400Abstract: A system for supplying a chemical dispersant to a subsea hydrocarbon discharge site comprises a dispersant source and a dispersant pump configured to pump dispersant from the dispersant source. In addition, the system comprises a first flow line coupled to the pump. Further, the system comprises a subsea dispersant distribution system coupled to the first flow line. Still further, the system comprises a dispersant injection device coupled to the distribution system and configured to inject dispersant from the dispersant source into a subsea hydrocarbon stream.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Applicants: WILD WELL CONTROL, INC., BP CORPORATION NORTH AMERICA INC.Inventors: Pierre Albert Beynet, Patrick Michael Cargol, JR., Michael Duggan Drieu, Jonathan Eryl Rogers, Stanley Silva
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Publication number: 20130020521Abstract: A valve assembly is disclosed herein having a valve member and a valve seat body. The valve member is reciprocatingly movable into and out of engagement with the valve seat body. The assembly further includes at least one deformable seal positioned to be at the situs of engagement of the valve member with the valve seat body. The at least one seal is preconfigured with a recess facing the situs to form a pocket to trap fluid therein as the valve member approaches the engagement, which reduces the velocity of the valve member moving toward the engagement and reduces the impact force of the valve member on the valve seat body. Furthermore, the fluid disposed within the pocket also reduces the axial load on the valve member and valve seat body.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Applicant: S.P.M. FLOW CONTROL, INC.Inventor: Joseph H. Byrne
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Patent number: 8356522Abstract: An ultrasonic flow meter for measuring the flow of a fluid through a pipeline comprises a spool piece including a throughbore and a transducer port. The transducer port extends along a central axis from an open end at the throughbore to a closed end distal the throughbore. In addition, the flow meter comprises an acoustic transducer disposed in the transducer port. The transducer includes a piezoelectric element. Further, the flow meter comprises a drain port in fluid communication with the transducer port. The drain port is axially positioned between the open end and the closed end of the transducer port. Still further, the flow meter comprises a drain conduit having an inlet end coupled to the drain port and an outlet end opposite the inlet end. The drain port is configured to drain a liquid from the transducer port into the inlet end of the drain conduit.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2011Date of Patent: January 22, 2013Assignee: Daniel Measurement and Control, Inc.Inventor: Charles Robert Allen
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Patent number: 8357176Abstract: Apparatus is provided, including a tube (22) that is configured to pass into a patient's vagina (26) and to penetrate vaginal tissue (24) until a distal tip (36) of the tube is outside of a uterine artery (28) of the patient, but in a vicinity of a portion (38) of the uterine artery that supplies a uterine fibroid (30). A balloon (40), disposed at the distal tip, is inflated to cause local squeezing of the portion of the uterine artery to an extent sufficient to occlude the uterine artery. Other embodiments are also described.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2007Date of Patent: January 22, 2013Assignee: Fibro Control, Inc.Inventor: Yossi Gross
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Patent number: 8353665Abstract: An impeller for use in a two-chamber extracting blower that separates liquid and solid contaminants from a supply of and provides a supply of clean air moving at high velocity air. The impeller includes a plurality of blades wherein each blade includes a first section perpendicular to and formed of the blade and a second section perpendicular to the first section, also formed of the blade and radiating outward. The height of each section and the construction of the main section of the blade create differing pressure zones during rotation of the impeller, segregating air contain the impurities and prompting separation of the impurities. The construction of the first and second sections promotes more efficient and quieter operation, strengthens the blade, and permits removal of the impeller.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2010Date of Patent: January 15, 2013Assignee: GlobalTech Motor & Controls, Inc.Inventors: Frank T. Stockstill, Fernando Osornia, Fernando S. Osornia
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Patent number: 8347675Abstract: A method and apparatus for extending an existing simplex or multiplex lock-and-key system that includes a family of first keys each having a first profile and of a corresponding plurality of first locks each operable by a first key and each having a first keyway configured for accepting the first key profile. Second keys of a new family are defined with a core section corresponding to the first key profile and a narrowed projection extending from the bottom of the core section. Corresponding second locks have a second keyway profile defined as the compliment of the second key profile, thus including a complimentary core section and a foot recess extending from the bottom of the second keyway core section. The second locks accept a second key positioned at the second keyway baseline to normally lift the lock pin stacks and operate the second lock.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2009Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: Dorma Door Controls, Inc.Inventor: Lloyd Seliber
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Patent number: 8347585Abstract: A method of installing distribution systems such as needed piping, ductwork, electrical wiring, and other systems in a new construction having a structural ceiling and floor, comprises the steps of: providing a frame module of main and cross frame members; assembling the modules on site directly below the final placement position; installing ductwork, piping, electrical wiring, and other distribution systems in the modules; fabricating and attaching upper wall portions to the modules; lifting modules with attached upper wall portions towards the structural ceiling; attaching support columns to the structural ceiling and floor; and mounting the modules onto the support columns, such that the support columns support the modules.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2010Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: Kinetics Noise Control, Inc.Inventors: Paul Meisel, Richard Sherren, Gregory Hively, Angela Waters
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Publication number: 20130000745Abstract: A check valve assembly has a body having a central cavity intersected by upstream and downstream flow passages. A seat is secured by a threaded engagement in the upstream flow passage. An access bore intersects the cavity and has a support shoulder formed in it. A holder is supported on the support shoulder. A flapper is pivotally secured to the holder and located in the cavity for movement between an open position and a closed position blocking flow through the seat. A straight edge portion in the access bore engages a straight edge portion of the holder to prevent rotation of the holder. A fastener extends through a hole in the support shoulder into engagement with the seat to prevent rotation of the seat.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2012Publication date: January 3, 2013Applicant: SPM FLOW CONTROL, INC.Inventors: Brian C. Witkowski, Nuder M. Said
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Patent number: 8344899Abstract: Techniques are provided for alerting a person to check a medical device while conserving battery power. The medical device initiates a status alert if a readiness condition of the medical device is no longer being met. The status alert includes notification periods during which an audible sound is emitted alternating with off periods during which substantially no audible sound is emitted. The audible sounds may include certain tones or at least one spoken word. At least one of the duration of successive notification periods or the duration of successive off periods may be varied. In this manner, the medical device may provide audible sound at different times during the day in an attempt to get the attention of a person. In addition, the medical device may sense an activity to determine when to provide the audible sound.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 2010Date of Patent: January 1, 2013Assignee: Physio-Control, Inc.Inventors: Joseph L. Sullivan, Benjamin A. Flugstad, Glenn Morita
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Patent number: 8343081Abstract: Methods to control the delivery of CPR to a patient through a mechanical CPR device are described. The method generally allows for a gradual increase in the frequency of CPR cycles. The gradual increase can be regulated by protocols programmed within the CPR device such as intermittently starting and stopping the delivery of CPR, accelerating the delivery of CPR, stepping up the CPR frequency, increasing the force of CPR, and adjusting the ratio of compression and decompression in a CPR cycle. Combinations of each of these forms may also be used to control the delivery of CPR. This manner of gradually accelerating artificial blood flow during the first minutes of mechanical CPR delivery can serve to lessen the potential for ischemia/reperfusion injury in the patient who receives mechanical CPR treatment.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2007Date of Patent: January 1, 2013Assignee: Physio-Control, Inc.Inventor: Rob Walker
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Patent number: 8342367Abstract: An apparatus for mixing and distributing sauce is disclosed. The apparatus may include a mixing-pump device coupled a linear arm for distributing sauce over a rotating turntable. The turntable may include an improved gripping device for coupling to a pan. The apparatus may also include a self-expelling concentrated sauce vat which couples to the mixing-pump device. The apparatus may also include a self-expelling concentrated sauce cassette which couples to the mixing-pump device.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2008Date of Patent: January 1, 2013Assignee: Automatic Bar Controls, Inc.Inventors: James M. Tuyls, Donald A. Klotz
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Patent number: 8339090Abstract: An apparatus operable in a wet environment includes a voltage doubler circuit including a pair of diodes, a pair of direct current switching elements connected between the respective diodes and a common point, a controller, an interface connected to the controller for receiving external status signals, and a switching arrangement responsive to signals from the controller to select the full power mode or a controlled power mode. In the controlled power mode, the switching elements are switched in a predetermined sequence such that only one of the switching elements conducts current during any one half cycle of the AC output voltage applied to the motor.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2010Date of Patent: December 25, 2012Assignee: Sequence Controls Inc.Inventor: Dale A. Van Spengen
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Publication number: 20120318516Abstract: A subsea connection device for connecting to an existing subsea joint comprises a body having a central axis, a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a throughbore extending axially from the first end to the second end. The first end comprises a connector configured to couple the body to a capping stack. In addition, the device comprises a seal element mounted in the throughbore at the second end of the body. Further, the device comprises a latching assembly disposed about the second end of the body. The latching assembly includes a base coupled to the body and a plurality of circumferentially spaced latching members pivotally coupled to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2012Publication date: December 20, 2012Applicants: WILD WELL CONTROL INC., BP CORPORATION NORTH AMERICA INC.Inventors: Pierre Albert Beynet, Patrick Michael Cargol, JR., Thomas Patrick Mataway, Robert Harry Gatliff, JR.
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Patent number: D675721Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2011Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Blacoh Fluid Controls, Inc.Inventor: Howard Frank
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Patent number: D675722Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2011Date of Patent: February 5, 2013Assignee: Blacoh Fluid Controls, Inc.Inventor: Howard Frank
