Patents by Inventor Aly Khalifa
Aly Khalifa has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20230390681Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2023Publication date: December 7, 2023Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Patent number: 11731066Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2021Date of Patent: August 22, 2023Assignee: Second Nature Brands, Inc.Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20220413442Abstract: An apparatus for a wrist-worn device includes a frame and a screen fixed to the frame. The frame is configured to be removably secured to the wrist-worn device so that the screen is positioned in adjacent, overlying relationship with a face of the wrist-worn device. The screen is configured to perform one or more of the following: magnify the face of the wrist-worn device, protect the face of the wrist-worn device, provide an anti-glare surface for the face of the wrist-worn device, and provide a privacy screen for the face of the wrist-worn device.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2021Publication date: December 29, 2022Inventors: Aly Khalifa, Fredrik Perman, Mary Lee Mebane, John Mebane
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Patent number: 11395501Abstract: Stackable infusion filtration and storage systems are described herein. Components of the systems may include a first container, a second container, and a cooperating third container. The stackable systems may further include a sleeve component and one or more lids. The stackable systems can concurrently capture liquid as the liquid separates from an infused butter mixture and solidify butter in separate cooperating stackable containers. Methods of use are also described.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2019Date of Patent: July 26, 2022Inventors: Rashieka Barr, Robert Shanks, Fredrik Perman, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20220023791Abstract: A collapsible air filter assembly for a heating and ventilation air conditioner (HVAC) system includes a filter element, and a frame supporting the filter element. The frame includes at least two edges each including a respective spring element configured to be moveable between an open state and a bent state. A compressible air filter assembly for an (HVAC) system includes a filter medium having rounded pleats configured to collapse and rebound in a controlled and repeatable manner between a compressed state and an original uncompressed state. A soft-wrapped filter assembly includes a frame in a box configuration. The frame includes rigid edges and openings to permit airflow. A filter element is encased by the frame. Flexible edge covers mounted on respective edges of the frame to provide an air seal in an HVAC system.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2021Publication date: January 27, 2022Inventors: Joey Fralin, Fredrik Perman, Jeffrey Silver Taggart, Kevin James Barry, Aly Khalifa, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington
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Publication number: 20210379519Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2021Publication date: December 9, 2021Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20210330516Abstract: Described herein are apparatus, methods, and systems for detecting the presence of a targeted substance. The apparatus comprises a detection layer comprising an indicator that is configured to display a signal upon the detection of an interaction with the targeted substance. In some examples, the apparatus can include a top layer coupled to a top surface of the detection layer and a bottom layer coupled to a bottom surface of the detection layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2017Publication date: October 28, 2021Inventors: Nicolas Letourneau, Aly Khalifa, Michael Gorczynski, Catherina Gomes, Ronald Smith, Sarah Paluskiewicz, Stephen Gray, Tyler Confrey-Maloney
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Patent number: 11097217Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2019Date of Patent: August 24, 2021Assignee: Second Nature Brands, Inc.Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20210197112Abstract: Collapsible filter assembly includes a filter medium element and a frame at least partially surrounding the filter medium element. The frame and filter media element are configured to vary in at least two dimensions by folding or unfolding. In at least on example, the filter medium element is rectangularly pleated or round pleated. Upon removal of the filter assembly from packaging and other restraints, the filter assembly may naturally expand with regard to footprint and volume, with some manual assistance being expected of a typical user in unfolding from an area-reduced configuration to an area-expanded configuration, and from a volumetrically reduced configuration to a volumetrically expanded configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 17, 2021Publication date: July 1, 2021Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Patent number: 11045036Abstract: A beverage filtering device wherein flavoring solids, such as coffee, tea, or herbs, are infused or brewed with fluids and then a finished beverage is filtered from the flavoring solids using a system of nested cups. The nested cups are pressed together during filtration to create a compact form that can then also serve as a beverage cup or beverage serving device.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2017Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: O2C RALEIGH, LLCInventor: Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20200197928Abstract: Described herein are an adaptable apparatus and methods for detecting the presence of a target substance in a liquid. For example, the adaptable apparatus can be a medallion that detects illicit drugs in a beverage. The adaptable apparatus comprises a detection unit comprising an indicator that is configured to display a signal upon the detection of an interaction with the target substance. In some examples, the adaptable apparatus can be attached to an implement.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2018Publication date: June 25, 2020Inventors: NICOLAS LETOURNEAU, ALY KHALIFA, ADAM SANDT, JOSHUA STEVEN JOSEPH
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Publication number: 20200045986Abstract: Stackable infusion filtration and storage systems are described herein. Components of the systems may include a first container, a second container, and a cooperating third container. The stackable systems may further include a sleeve component and one or more lids. The stackable systems can concurrently capture liquid as the liquid separates from an infused butter mixture and solidify butter in separate cooperating stackable containers. Methods of use are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 6, 2019Publication date: February 13, 2020Inventors: Rashieka Barr, Robert Shanks, Fredrik Perman, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20200001220Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2019Publication date: January 2, 2020Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Patent number: 10427079Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2019Date of Patent: October 1, 2019Assignee: FilterEasy, Inc.Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20190262754Abstract: An air filter assembly includes a filter element having at least one variable dimension, and a frame for engaging and supporting the filter element. The frame may include a plurality of linear segments forming a rectangular configuration, and a plurality of clips for connecting the linear segments together at corners thereof. The linear segments may be L-channel segments, C-channel segments, or may be of other form. Clips may be used for connecting the linear segments together at the corners. The filter element may have a pattern of creases or fold lines to facilitate folding thereof from an expanded configuration to a reduced configuration. A grate may be included for spanning an area bounded by the frame to support the filter element. The grate may have multiple arms and a central hub. An edge treatment may form a seal between the filter element and the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Inventors: Kevin James Barry, Thaddeus Worth Tarkington, Aly Khalifa
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Publication number: 20190246894Abstract: A subjective refraction apparatus provides a variable optical correction along an optical axis. The subjective refraction apparatus includes a pair of lenses mounted on a mount in such a manner that the lenses are movable with respect to each other in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis for generating a variable spherical power along the optical axis. The mount is provided with a support defining a space for removably receiving an additional lens on the optical axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Patricia KOH, Aly KHALIFA, John FRIEDMAN, Jimena VERGARA SANZ, Frederik VAN ASBECK
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Publication number: 20180318145Abstract: Described herein are a wearable apparatus and methods for detecting the presence of a targeted substance in a liquid. For example, the wearable apparatus can be a fingernail that detects illicit drugs in a beverage. The wearable apparatus comprises a detection layer comprising an indicator that is configured to display a signal upon the detection of an interaction with the targeted substance. In some examples, the wearable apparatus can include a lateral flow assay.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2017Publication date: November 8, 2018Applicant: Undercover Colors, Inc.Inventors: Nicolas Letourneau, Aly Khalifa, Michael Gorczynski, Catherina Gomes, Ronald Smith, Sarah Paluskiewicz, Stephen Gray, Tyler Confrey-Maloney
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Publication number: 20180321212Abstract: Described herein are apparatus and methods for detecting substances of abuse or other analytes in liquids. For example, the apparatus and methods described herein can be used for real-time detection of analytes, such as substances of abuse. The methods comprise providing a detection area comprising a chromatographic membrane capable of receiving the liquid and allowing for migration of the liquid, the chromatographic membrane comprising an anti-analyte antibody-particle conjugate, an analyte-conjugate protein at a test line; exposing at least the first location of the apparatus to the liquid; and determining whether an interaction between the analyte-conjugate protein and the liquid occurs to detect the presence of the analyte. The chromatographic membrane may further comprise an anti-species antibody at a control line.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2017Publication date: November 8, 2018Applicant: Undercover Colors, Inc.Inventors: Nicolas Letourneau, Aly Khalifa, Michael Gorczynski, Catherina Gomes, Ronald Smith, Sarah Paluskiewicz, Stephen Gray, Tyler Confrey-Maloney
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Patent number: 10034569Abstract: A beverage filtering device wherein flavoring solids, such as coffee, tea, or herbs, are infused or brewed with fluids and then a finished beverage is filtered from the flavoring solids using a system of nested cups. The nested cups are pressed together during filtration to create a compact form that can serve as a beverage cup or beverage serving device.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2010Date of Patent: July 31, 2018Assignee: O2C RALEIGH, LLCInventor: Aly Khalifa
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Patent number: D847576Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2017Date of Patent: May 7, 2019Assignee: O2C RALEIGH, LLCInventors: Kelly Murosky, Aly Khalifa, Karim Rashid