Patents Assigned to Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.
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Publication number: 20190210271Abstract: This application present structures having surfaces with several multivariate and single property engineering applications that are associated with the surface and may be altered by the surface texture or tunable asperities themselves. Depending on the objective of the application, the tunable asperities address the energy requirement for an objective such as gripping or smooth-movement, as well as describes the critical conditions when slippage cannot be prevented. The use in several other energy intensive applications is also discussed as well as for solar, communication altering and color/hue manipulation objectives.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2019Publication date: July 11, 2019Applicant: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventor: Jainagesh Sekhar
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Publication number: 20160083134Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2015Publication date: March 24, 2016Applicant: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Jainagesh Sekhar, Venkata Burada, Sajja Sriramu, Mark Reusch
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Patent number: 9249492Abstract: Exemplary materials exhibiting high emissivity and methods for making them are provided. These materials can include a porous coating of small particles provided on a substrate, where the particles can resist sintering and further densification at high temperatures. These materials may be formed by generating an arc using a one-sided electrode apparatus, where particles produced by the arc and electrode can impinge on the substrate and adhere to it. The coating can include predominantly undensified small particles which can have a size less than about 1 ?m. These materials can have an emissivity greater than 0.8 or 0.9. Such materials can be used to form infrared emitters which may provide greater energy efficiency and increased operating lifetime as compared to uncoated emitters. Surfaces coated with small particles may be used in further applications such as catalytic or reactive surfaces, engine components, or acoustical dampening surfaces.Type: GrantFiled: November 7, 2006Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Jainagesh Sekhar
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Publication number: 20160018100Abstract: A compact steaming device, which may be handheld, and method for the generation at one atmosphere and projection of superheated steam over objects and surfaces for the elimination and control of unwanted microorganisms and pests including, but not limited to bedbugs, fleas, ants, lice and mites. A preferred embodiment of such a compact device comprises a vessel, a base, heating coils, a superheated steam generator and an external power supply for the initial boiling of a liquid to vapor and for subsequent heating of the vapor to superheated temperatures. The device and method allow for the generation of steam or gas and subsequent superheating to be accomplished safely at one atmosphere. The preferred embodiment allows for the free flow of the gas through and out of the compact device safely and effectively relieving any resulting pressure. A multi-watt embodiment is also envisioned which may be handheld or stationary.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2012Publication date: January 21, 2016Applicant: MICROPYRETICS HEATERS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Jerod Batt, Jainagesh Sekhar, Ramgopal Vissa, Michael Connelly, Brian Kandell
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Publication number: 20150181685Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2014Publication date: June 25, 2015Applicant: Micropyretics Heaters International. Inc.Inventors: Jainagesh Sekhar, Michael Connelly
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Publication number: 20150136756Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2014Publication date: May 21, 2015Applicant: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Venkata Burada, Anu Vissa
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Patent number: 8945468Abstract: A sterilizing apparatus includes an enclosure defining an interior chamber and a door for accessing the interior chamber. A fluid source communicates with the chamber to supply a working fluid thereto. A heater heats the fluid in the chamber and a pump moves the fluid in the chamber by the heater. A valve communicates with the chamber and with the exterior of the chamber and is configured to vent the fluid in the chamber to the exterior at a pressure of approximately one atmosphere. Such provides superheating and concentrating of the working fluid in the chamber. A method of sterilization includes introducing a working fluid into an interior chamber and circulating the fluid through at least one recirculation loop having a heater for heating the fluid to an operational temperature suitable for killing microorganisms. The method further provides for killing of very high temperature resistant microorganisms.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Ramgopal Vissa, Jaingesh A. Sekhar
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Patent number: 8940245Abstract: A sterilizing apparatus (10, 80) includes an enclosure (18, 84) defining an interior chamber (20, 86) and a door (22) for accessing the interior chamber (20, 86). A fluid source (42, 88) communicates with the chamber (20, 86) to supply a working fluid thereto. A heater (64, 102) heats the fluid in the chamber (20, 86) and a pump (62, 82) moves the fluid in the chamber (20, 86) by the heater (64, 102). A valve (50, 150) communicates with the chamber (20, 86) and with the exterior of the chamber (20, 86) and is configured to vent the fluid in the chamber (20, 86) to the exterior at a pressure of approximately one atmosphere. Such provides superheating and concentrating of the working fluid in the chamber (20, 86). A method of sterilization includes introducing a working fluid into an interior chamber (20, 86) and circulating the fluid through at least one recirculation loop (54, 96) having a heater (64, 102) for heating the fluid to an operational temperature suitable for killing microorganisms.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2007Date of Patent: January 27, 2015Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Ramgopal Vissa, Jaingesh A. Sekhar
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Patent number: 8895888Abstract: A device to provide improved anti-smudging, better gripping and longer shelf-life to products and surfaces includes an electric superheated steam generator and an electric low-ion plasma generator to provide superheated steam and low-ion plasma to the surfaces of products including plastics. One embodiment envisions the superheated steam generator and the low-ion plasma generator being contained in a housing while another embodiment anticipates a conveyor means positioned in front of the superheated steam generator and the low-ion plasma generator. A method for the improving of anti-smudging, gripping and shelf-life for properties includes the application of superheated steam and low-ion plasma by means of a superheated steam generator and a low-ion plasma generator to products for specific periods of time and at specific distances to attain desired surface and bulk properties. The superheated steam and low-ion plasma may be applied individually, simultaneously or sequentially.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2010Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Venkata Burada, Jainagesh Sekhar, Jerod Batt, Ganta S. Reddy, Brian Kandell
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Patent number: 8652403Abstract: An apparatus for generating superheated steam capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms associated with an item includes a gas heater for heating a gas, a steam generator coupled to the gas heater and having a reservoir for supplying water, wherein the heater heats the gas such that when water is combined therewith, a mixture of superheated steam and gas capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms is discharged from the apparatus. The generation of the steam-gas mixture may be done at one atmosphere of pressure and the mixing may be done prior to expelling the fluid from the apparatus. The apparatus may be configured as a hand-held device, A method of treating an item for microorganisms includes generating a superheated steam at approximately one atmosphere of pressure, directing a flow of the steam onto the item, and reducing or eliminating microorganisms using the steam.Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 2013Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta Reddy, Jainagesh Sekhar, Ramgopal Vissa
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Publication number: 20130323139Abstract: 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: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2012Publication date: December 5, 2013Applicant: MICROPYRETICS HEATERS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Jerod Batt, Jainagesh Sekhar, Michael Connelly
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Publication number: 20130196365Abstract: Durable nanoporous nanostructured materials that modify, eliminate and destroy biofilms that may develop due to the presence of bacteria, fungi and other microbes and method for making the same. Such nanoporous nanostructures may be deposited as coatings on a substrate and such coatings may include at least one nanopore and a plurality of nanoparticles which adhere to the substrate and/or other particles. The nanostructure can be produced 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 nanoparticles. The nanoparticles form a non-porous framework which delineates any nanopores and which can be deposited as one or more layers of nanothickness. Such nano structures may be resistant to removal from the substrate. Also described are testing methods and apparatus for the quick, accurate and simple evaluation of the efficacy of the antibiofilm properties of the nanoporous nano structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2011Publication date: August 1, 2013Applicant: MICROPYRETICS HEATERS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Jainagesh Sekhar
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Publication number: 20130164171Abstract: An apparatus for generating superheated steam capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms associated with an item includes a gas heater for heating a gas, a steam generator coupled to the gas heater and having a reservoir for supplying water, wherein the heater heats the gas such that when water is combined therewith, a mixture of superheated steam and gas capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms is discharged from the apparatus. The generation of the steam-gas mixture may be done at one atmosphere of pressure and the mixing may be done prior to expelling the fluid from the apparatus. The apparatus may be configured as a hand-held device, A method of treating an item for microorganisms includes generating a superheated steam at approximately one atmosphere of pressure, directing a flow of the steam onto the item, and reducing or eliminating microorganisms using the steam.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2013Publication date: June 27, 2013Applicant: Micropyretics heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta Reddy, Jainagesh Sekhar, Ramgopal Vissa
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Patent number: 8435459Abstract: An apparatus (200, 300, 400) for generating superheated steam capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms associated with an item (230) includes a gas heater (10) for heating a gas, a steam generator coupled to the gas heater (10) and having a reservoir (216, 304) for supplying water, wherein the heater (10) heats the gas such that when water is combined therewith, a mixture of superheated steam and gas capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms is discharged from the apparatus (200, 300, 400). The generation of the steam-gas mixture may be done at one atmosphere of pressure and the mixing may be done prior to expelling the fluid from the apparatus (200, 300, 400). The apparatus (400) may be configured as a hand-held device, A method of treating an item (230) for microorganisms includes generating a superheated steam at approximately one atmosphere of pressure, directing a flow of the steam onto the item (230), and reducing or eliminating microorganisms using the steam.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2007Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Ramgopal Vissa, Jaingesh A. Sekhar
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Patent number: 8131138Abstract: A novel flexible infrared device is provided for heating surfaces in a uniform manner not available previously. The heater is designed in a manner so as to allow “hugging” of the surface by attaching the heater module to at least two swivel points located above the heating plane. In this manner the common problems encountered with heating dies by IR heaters is overcome.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2003Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Venkata Burada, John Carson
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Patent number: 8119954Abstract: A coil-in-coil electric heating assembly for industrial applications heats any gas through an annular space between the coils to very high temperatures. Gas is introduced into the annular space through one open end of a tubular enclosure and leaves through an opposite end after being significantly heated. Coils may be made from several heating element materials and may be wound in the same direction or opposite direction. The opposite winding direction often gives a higher temperature of the exit gas. Temperatures even as high as 1500° C. in the exit gas have been recorded. The heating system may be utilized to generate superheated steam for industrial applications even in a recirculating manner.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2007Date of Patent: February 21, 2012Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ramgopal Vissa, Ganta S. Reddy, Jainagesh A. Sekhar
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Patent number: 7880119Abstract: A process whereby a one sided electrode is allowed to discharge to essentially its own potential field is presented. The process may be utilized for joining by discharging particles as well as for spot welding or other heating purposes. Examples of several uses are given and the electrical diagram for such a discharger is also shown.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2005Date of Patent: February 1, 2011Assignee: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: GS Reddy, JA Sekhar
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Publication number: 20100150775Abstract: A sterilizing apparatus (10, 80) includes an enclosure (18, 84) defining an interior chamber (20, 86) and a door (22) for accessing the interior chamber (20, 86). A fluid source (42, 88) communicates with the chamber (20, 86) to supply a working fluid thereto. A heater (64, 102) heats the fluid in the chamber (20, 86) and a pump (62, 82) moves the fluid in the chamber (20, 86) by the heater (64, 102). A valve (50, 150) communicates with the chamber (20, 86) and with the exterior of the chamber (20, 86) and is configured to vent the fluid in the chamber (20, 86) to the exterior at a pressure of approximately one atmosphere. Such provides superheating and concentrating of the working fluid in the chamber (20, 86). A method of sterilization includes introducing a working fluid into an interior chamber (20, 86) and circulating the fluid through at least one recirculation loop (54, 96) having a heater (64, 102) for heating the fluid to an operational temperature suitable for killing microorganisms.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2007Publication date: June 17, 2010Applicant: MICROPYRETICS HEATERS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Ramgopal Vissa, Jainagesh A. Sekhar
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Publication number: 20100129157Abstract: An apparatus (200, 300, 400) for generating superheated steam capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms associated with an item (230) includes a gas heater (10) for heating a gas, a steam generator coupled to the gas heater (10) and having a reservoir (216, 304) for supplying water, wherein the heater (10) heats the gas such that when water is combined therewith, a mixture of superheated steam and gas capable of reducing or eliminating microorganisms is discharged from the apparatus (200, 300, 400). The generation of the steam-gas mixture may be done at one atmosphere of pressure and the mixing may be done prior to expelling the fluid from the apparatus (200, 300, 400). The apparatus (400) may be configured as a hand-held device, A method of treating an item (230) for microorganisms includes generating a superheated steam at approximately one atmosphere of pressure, directing a flow of the steam onto the item (230), and reducing or eliminating microorganisms using the steam.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2007Publication date: May 27, 2010Applicant: MICROPYRETICS HEATERS INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Ramgopal Vissa, Jainagesh A. Sekhar
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Publication number: 20080136069Abstract: Even a very small amount of air plasma can reduce the dross during melting. A method and device is shown, whereby substantial saving in the cost of melting aluminum and the energy to melt aluminum is possible by the technique of introducing a small amount of air plasma in the melting environment. In this manner even though the air contains oxygen, and the common practice is presently directed at air being eliminated from the melting environment, an air plasma is able to very effectively be utilized.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2007Publication date: June 12, 2008Applicant: Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc.Inventors: Ganta S. Reddy, Jainagesh A. Sekhar