Patents Assigned to MHI Health Devices, LLC
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Publication number: 20240032154Abstract: Presented is an electrically charged heating element configured as a twin reversed spiral or other flat shape for high power density during cross current fluid flow. In one embodiment the element material is wound clockwise in a spiral inwardly to a point and then wound counterclockwise in a spiral outwardly from that point on the same plane as the clockwise winding, and between the clockwise windings, to a point past the beginning of the outer clockwise winding. Hot fluid generators employing such elements singly or in multiple stacked configurations are presented as well.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2022Publication date: January 25, 2024Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Sajji Sriramu, Venkata Burada, Jainagesh Sekhar
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HEAT RETENTIVE DIFFUSIVE LIGHT WEIGHT ANTI-MICROBIAL STEAM NOZZLE ENABLED WITH A CONVERGENT ENVELOPE
Publication number: 20240000986Abstract: Presented is an apparatus and a means to more broadly apply a projected fluid to a surface by the passing of the fluid through a convergent diffuser. The use of a convergent diffuser runs counter to the present state of the art which suggests the use of a divergently configured diffuser. A preferred embodiment teaches a construction of the diffuser employing mesh configurations in various shapes. Another embodiment envisions a diffuser configured of a coil of material formed in a donut shape through which a fluid passes and is dispersed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2023Publication date: January 4, 2024Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventors: Jainagesh Sekhar, Venkata Burada, Michael Connelly -
Publication number: 20220072577Abstract: Presented is a fixture to be attached to a device, and method of use thereof, designed to project a fluid upon a surface or object where the distance between the surface or object and the source of applied fluid is in need of precise control. Such need of distance control could be where the fluid, due to temperature or abrasiveness might damage the surface if applied to closely or where the distance may need to be precise where a fluid, such as paint, needs to be applied at a specific distance for optimal coverage.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2021Publication date: March 10, 2022Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Sriramu Sajji, Michael Connelly, Jainagesh Sekhar
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SPIKED SURFACES AND COATINGS FOR DUST SHEDDING, ANTI-MICROBIAL AND ENHANCED HEAT TRANSFER PROPERTIES
Publication number: 20210331220Abstract: Presented is a structure having super-hydrophobic characteristics comprising a substrate having a hierarchical nano-surface featuring asperities that are tunable and may be arranged or engineered for specific wear, antimicrobial or dust repellant aspects wherein the asperities may be pillared or spiked shaped. Included also are possible methods of production for such structures including generation through the application of area electro-shear-vibratory-thermal plasma.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2021Publication date: October 28, 2021Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventor: Jainagesh Sekhar -
Publication number: 20210162339Abstract: Presented are processes for the beneficial conversion of CO2 and other environmentally destructive compounds to their constituent parts by the application of thermal plasma containing activated species whereby the interaction of the plasma with the compounds and reactions of CO2 and H2 generate more environmentally friendly compounds comprising in part oxygen and hydrogen. The thermal plasma may be vibro-shear plasma generated by the superheating of either steam, gas or a combination of both.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2020Publication date: June 3, 2021Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Publication number: 20210102698Abstract: Presented are devices and methods for the generation of high temperature plasma, wherein air or gas is projected past a heating element, or superheated steam produced by water projection on an element and combinations thereof utilizing a heat source comprising an electrically powered heating element in a double helical (DNA) shape which allows for an efficient generation of high heat output.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2020Publication date: April 8, 2021Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Sajja Sriramu, Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 10793311Abstract: An apparatus and method for the application of labels to packaging employing the application of superheated steam or other fluids in an enclosed space at atmospheric pressure are presented. Such an apparatus and method will more effectively, efficiently and safely attach shrink labeling to consumer packaged goods (CPG) with enhanced time, water and energy savings.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2015Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Jainagesh Sekhar, Venkata Burada, Sajja Sriramu, Mark Reusch
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Patent number: 10677493Abstract: Presented is a simple, but highly energy efficient industrial heating device and method for rapid heating and high temperature gradient production whereby fermions and bosons are introduced into an adjoining fluid which may be boundary layered and consequently produce an amplifiable activated condition even at room pressure and high temperature. This heating device uses a comparatively long current carrying member which may have some curvature with penetration of the current carrying members into spaces that could have any cross-sectional geometry in a high temperature resistant stable material.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2017Date of Patent: June 9, 2020Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 10668574Abstract: The present applicant presents a structure intended for high temperature use above 30° C. comprising multiple components having metal-to-metal or metal-to-ceramic contacting surfaces wherein the surfaces are joined by a braze composed of pure aluminum. Anticipated devices include but are not limited to igniters as well as electronic applications in the automotive and aerospace industries.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2018Date of Patent: June 2, 2020Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 10478911Abstract: A method for the joining of material including metal and non-metals employing foil positioned between as well as structures produced thereby is provided. Such a method may employ thermal plasma as a means to produce the heat necessary for such joining methods. The method may also entail the treating of surfaces of objects by the positioning of materials, including foil, on a surface and subsequent application of thermal plasma.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2016Date of Patent: November 19, 2019Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 10088149Abstract: An apparatus and method for the instant generation of superheated steam at normal atmospheric pressure are presented. Such an apparatus includes a water source, a means to convert the water to a mist or atomized droplets and a means to superheat the mist for application onto surfaces and objects. The apparatus and method are based upon the unique properties and behavior of misted water when it comes into contact with a heated surface, such behavior and properties resulting in the efficient and expansive release of energy and superheated steam. Such an apparatus can produce this steam at one atmosphere without the need of a boiler or other required high pressure fixtures or piping.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2013Date of Patent: October 2, 2018Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Jainagesh Sekhar, Venkata Burada
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Publication number: 20180214992Abstract: The present applicant presents a structure intended for high temperature use above 30° C. comprising multiple components having metal-to-metal or metal-to-ceramic contacting surfaces wherein the surfaces are joined by a braze composed of pure aluminum. Anticipated devices include but are not limited to igniters as well as electronic applications in the automotive and aerospace industries.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2018Publication date: August 2, 2018Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 9950362Abstract: A device to generate and direct electric heat 10 for use over risers, drains, pathways and pour cups during solidification in which less than 2% plasma is utilized, comprising an outer shell 20 having one open heat delivery end 25, at least one lip 30 located at the open end 25, one closed end 35, at least one electric heating element 80 affixed within the closed 35 end and refractory material 60 surrounding the electric heating element 80. A method, employing the device 10, to improve the properties of cast alloys which comprises the heating and blanketing of a molten cast surface with an atmosphere of less than 2% plasma during solidification, the atmosphere of less than 2% plasma thereby controlling temperature during the solidification and shielding the molten cast surface from the affects of oxidation.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2010Date of Patent: April 24, 2018Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventors: Venkata Burada, Kevin Foston
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Publication number: 20170347440Abstract: Presented is a simple, but highly energy efficient industrial heating device and method for rapid heating and high temperature gradient production whereby fermions and bosons are introduced into an adjoining fluid which may be boundary layered and consequently produce an amplifiable activated condition even at room pressure and high temperature. This heating device uses a comparatively long current carrying member which may have some curvature with penetration of the current carrying members into spaces that could have any cross-sectional geometry in a high temperature resistant stable material.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2017Publication date: November 30, 2017Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 9730276Abstract: Presented is a heating element, and method for producing same, comprised of strip material having a length, width and depth where the strip material is twisted at least once axially relative to its length and bent at least once across its width resulting in a generally flat profile. The twists and bends provide for expansion and contraction of the heating element and thereby provide stress relief during heating and cooling.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2014Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Venkata Burada, Anu Vissa
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Patent number: 9643877Abstract: Presented is a method for the surface treatment of objects utilizing thermal plasma, including cascade plasma, and a wrap, such as tape or foil, where the tape or foil attracts the specific part of the plasma which produces a heat necessary to produce the desired treatment. The specific surface treatment may include, but is not limited to, hard-facing, brazing, welding, other types of joining operations, glass bending or forming, glass texturing, coating and surface reconditioning.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2014Date of Patent: May 9, 2017Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLC.Inventors: Jainagesh Sekhar, Michael Connelly
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Publication number: 20170106463Abstract: A method for the joining of material including metal and non-metals employing foil positioned between as well as structures produced thereby is provided. Such a method may employ thermal plasma as a means to produce the heat necessary for such joining methods. The method may also entail the treating of surfaces of objects by the positioning of materials, including foil, on a surface and subsequent application of thermal plasma.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2016Publication date: April 20, 2017Applicant: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Patent number: 9376771Abstract: Durable antimicrobial coatings which may be deposited on a substrate. Such coatings may include a plurality of particles which are fused to the substrate and/or other particles. The particles may be provided using a single-sided electrode arrangement, which is configured to produce an electrical arc or discharge at one end of an electrode and to emit the particles from the electrode, where the arc or discharge can be produced without the end of the electrode being in proximity to a grounded object. The particles may be provided as one or more layers of nanoscale particles having an average size of less than about 1000 nm. Such coatings may have a thickness that is less than about 1000 nm. Thicker coatings may also be provided. The coatings may preferably include silver, tungsten, noble metals, nonstoichiometric compounds including ceramics, other metals including rare earth metals and compounds, and compositions thereof.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 2007Date of Patent: June 28, 2016Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Jainagesh A. Sekhar
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Patent number: 9261273Abstract: Apparatus and method to produce point-of-use compressed superheated steam for a wide variety of uses including, but not limited to, cleaning, heating, drying, surface preparation, sterilization, pest control and elimination, degreasing and food preparation. The apparatus produces and compresses superheated steam without the hazards and problems associated with the current state of the art where steam is generated, compressed and stored in potentially dangerous and maintenance intensive boilers and associated piping and fixtures. The in-line steam generator of the present application produces superheated steam at one atmosphere which is immediately pressurized using a compression means and then immediately utilized through application employing a nozzle or a storage tank or other such device.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2012Date of Patent: February 16, 2016Assignee: MHI Health Devices, LLCInventors: Jerod Batt, Jainagesh Sekhar, Michael Connelly