Patents by Inventor Andrew P. Full
Andrew P. Full 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: 20240058783Abstract: Apparatuses for polymerizing or devolatilizing a composition, especially one of high melt viscosity, are disclosed. Methods of polymerizing and devolatilizing a composition, especially one of high melt viscosity, are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2022Publication date: February 22, 2024Inventors: Andrew P. FULL, Michael T. WATERMAN, David REYNOLDS
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Publication number: 20220213360Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2022Publication date: July 7, 2022Inventors: Eric L. BARTHOLOMEW, William L. BOTTORF, Kyle R. HEIMBACH, Brandon S. MILLER, Michael T. WATERMAN, Michael T. ZAJACZKOWSKI, Qiang LUO, Andrew P. FULL, Christopher E. KOHLER
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Patent number: 11312884Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2020Date of Patent: April 26, 2022Assignee: Avery Dennison CorporationInventors: Eric L. Bartholomew, William L. Bottorf, Kyle R. Heimbach, Brandon S. Miller, Michael T. Waterman, Michael T. Zajaczkowski, Qiang Luo, Andrew P. Full, Christopher E. Kohler
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Patent number: 11091675Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2019Date of Patent: August 17, 2021Assignee: Avery Dennison CorporationInventors: Eric L. Bartholomew, William L. Bottorf, Kyle R. Heimbach, Brandon S. Miller, Michael T. Waterman, Michael T. Zajaczkowski, Qiang Luo, Andrew P. Full, Christopher E. Kohler
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Publication number: 20210087440Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2020Publication date: March 25, 2021Inventors: Eric L. BARTHOLOMEW, William L. BOTTORF, Kyle R. HEIMBACH, Brandon S. MILLER, Michael T. WATERMAN, Michael T. ZAJACZKOWSKI, Qiang LUO, Andrew P. FULL, Christopher E. KOHLER
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Publication number: 20190359866Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2019Publication date: November 28, 2019Inventors: Eric L. BARTHOLOMEW, William L. BOTTORF, Kyle R. HEIMBACH, Brandon S. MILLER, Michael T. WATERMAN, Michael T. ZAJACZKOWSKI, Qiang LUO, Andrew P. FULL, Christopher E. KOHLER
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Patent number: 10414953Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2017Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Assignee: Avery Dennison CorporationInventors: Eric L. Bartholomew, William L. Bottorf, Kyle R. Heimbach, Brandon S. Miller, Michael T. Waterman, Michael T. Zajaczkowski, Qiang Luo, Andrew P. Full, Christopher P. Kohler
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Patent number: 9937123Abstract: A dissolvable film for delivering a pharmaceutical agent comprises a first water soluble polymer in an amount of from 2 to 35 weight percent and having a molecular weight from about 5,000 daltons to about 49,000 daltons; a second water soluble polymer in an amount of from 2 to 35 weight percent and having a molecular weight greater than 60,000 daltons; and a pharmaceutically active ingredient. The film has a thickness of about 20 microns to about 1200 microns and is configured to disintegrate after contact with a mucous membrane and thereby release the active ingredient.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2017Date of Patent: April 10, 2018Assignee: ADHESIVES RESEARCH, INC.Inventors: Scott D. Barnhart, Andrew P. Full, Cathy M. Moritz
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Publication number: 20170240783Abstract: Methods for forming melt processable, actinic radiation polymerizable and crosslinkable adhesives are described. In certain versions, the adhesives or pre-adhesive compositions include two initiators and are polymerized and/or crosslinked by exposure to actinic radiation such as UV light or electron beam radiation. Also described are pre-adhesive compositions including polymerizable monomers, articles including the adhesives, and various methods and systems related to the adhesives and their application. In addition, various apparatuses are described for polymerizing or crosslinking the compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2017Publication date: August 24, 2017Inventors: Eric L. BARTHOLOMEW, William L. BOTTORF, Kyle R. HEIMBACH, Brandon S. MILLER, Michael T. WATERMAN, Michael T. ZAJACZKOWSKI, Qiang LUO, Andrew P. FULL, Christopher P. KOHLER
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Publication number: 20170128358Abstract: A dissolvable film for delivering a pharmaceutical agent comprises a first water soluble polymer in an amount of from 2 to 35 weight percent and having a molecular weight from about 5,000 daltons to about 49,000 daltons; a second water soluble polymer in an amount of from 2 to 35 weight percent and having a molecular weight greater than 60,000 daltons; and a pharmaceutically active ingredient. The film has a thickness of about 20 microns to about 1200 microns and is configured to disintegrate after contact with a mucous membrane and thereby release the active ingredient.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2017Publication date: May 11, 2017Inventors: Scott D. BARNHART, Andrew P. FULL, Cathy M. MORITZ
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Patent number: 9585961Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable films containing a mixture of high molecular weight and low molecular weight water soluble components; and a pharmaceutically or cosmetically active ingredient. Optionally, the films contain a starch component, a glucose component, a filler, a plasticizer and/or humectant. The films are preferably in the form of a mucoadhesive monolayer having a thickness sufficient to rapidly disintegrate in the oral environment and release the active ingredient without undue discomfort to the oral mucosa. The monolayer can be cut to any desired size or shape to provide conveniently useable unit dosage forms for administration to oral or other mucosal surfaces for human pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or veterinary applications. The invention further provides methods of administering the film compositions by placing the composition into, for example, the oral cavity for a sufficient period of time to permit the film to disintegrate and release the active ingredient.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2012Date of Patent: March 7, 2017Assignee: Adhesives Research, Inc.Inventors: Scott D. Barnhart, Andrew P. Full, Cathy M. Moritz
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Patent number: 9248146Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable adhesive films containing a mixture of high molecular weight and low molecular weight water soluble components; and a pharmaceutically or cosmetically active ingredient. Optionally, the films contain a starch component, a polysaccharide component, a filler, a plasticizer and/or humectant. The films are preferably in the form of an adhesive layer having a thickness sufficient to disintegrate, when exposed to a moist environment and/or a trigger compound, and release the active ingredient. The films can be cut to any desired size or shape to provide conveniently useable unit dosage forms for administration to wet or moist body surfaces for human, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or veterinary applications. The invention further provides various end uses and methods of administering the film compositions.Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2007Date of Patent: February 2, 2016Assignee: Adhesives Research, Inc.Inventors: Scott D. Barnhart, Andrew P. Full, Cathy M. Moritz, William G. Meathrel, George Cramer, Mary Robertson
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Patent number: 7727466Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable film compositions for diagnostic test devices. The films are prepared with a combination of components that yield films of sufficient film strength and desired disintegration profiles. A disintegratable film according to the present invention contains a water soluble high molecular weight component, a water soluble low molecular weight component, and one or more reagents for use in a diagnostic device. Optionally, the films further contain a starch component, a glucose component, a plasticizer and/or a humectant, and/or a filler. The invention further provides a diagnostic testing device, which includes a film according to an embodiment of the invention, and methods of using such devices.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2008Date of Patent: June 1, 2010Assignee: Adhesives Research, Inc.Inventors: William G. Meathrel, Nathan A. Meyer, Scott D. Barnhart, Cathy M. Moritz, Andrew P. Full, Susan R. Newsom, Mary Robertson
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Publication number: 20090142850Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable film compositions for diagnostic test devices. The films are prepared with a combination of components that yield films of sufficient film strength and desired disintegration profiles. A disintegratable film according to the present invention contains a water soluble high molecular weight component, a water soluble low molecular weight component, and one or more reagents for use in a diagnostic device. Optionally, the films further contain a starch component, a glucose component, a plasticizer and/or a humectant, and/or a filler. The invention further provides a diagnostic testing device, which includes a film according to an embodiment of the invention, and methods of using such devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2008Publication date: June 4, 2009Inventors: William G. Meathrel, Nathan A. Meyer, Scott D. Barnhart, Cathy M. Moritz, Andrew P. Full, Susan R. Newsom, Mary Robertson
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Patent number: 7470397Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable film compositions for diagnostic test devices. The films are prepared with a combination of components that yield films of sufficient film strength and desired disintegration profiles. A disintegratable film according to the present invention contains a water soluble high molecular weight component, a water soluble low molecular weight component, and one or more reagents for use in a diagnostic device. Optionally, the films further contain a starch component, a glucose component, a plasticizer and/or a humectant, and/or a filler. The invention further provides a diagnostic testing device, which includes a film according to an embodiment of the invention, and methods of using such devices.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2004Date of Patent: December 30, 2008Assignee: Adhesives Research, Inc.Inventors: William G. Meathrel, Nathan A. Meyer, Scott D. Barnhart, Cathy M. Moritz, Andrew P. Full, Susan R. Newsom, Mary Robertson
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Publication number: 20080299005Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable film compositions for diagnostic test devices. The films are prepared with a combination of components that yield films of sufficient film strength and desired disintegration profiles. A disintegratable film according to the present invention contains a water soluble high molecular weight component, a water soluble low molecular weight component, and one or more reagents for use in a diagnostic device. Optionally, the films further contain a starch component, a glucose component, a plasticizer and/or a humectant, and/or a filler. The invention further provides a diagnostic testing device, which includes a film according to an embodiment of the invention, and methods of using such devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2004Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventors: William G. Meathrel, Nathan A. Meyer, Scott D. Barnhart, Cathy M. Moritz, Andrew P. Full, Susan Newsom, Mary Robertson
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Publication number: 20080124381Abstract: The invention provides integratable adhesive films containing a mixture of high molecular weight and low molecular weight water soluble components; and a pharmaceutically or cosmetically active ingredient. Optionally, the films contain a starch component, a polysaccharide component, a filler, a plasticizer and/or humectant. The films are preferably in the form of an adhesive layer having a thickness sufficient to disintegrate, when exposed to a moist environment and/or a trigger compound, and release the active ingredient. The films can be cut to any desired size or shape to provide conveniently useable unit dosage forms for administration to wet or moist body surfaces for human, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or veterinary applications. The invention further provides various end uses and methods of administering the film compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2007Publication date: May 29, 2008Inventors: Scott D. Barnhart, Andrew P. Full, Cathy M. Moritz, William G. Meathrel, George Cramer, Mary Robertson
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Patent number: 5717024Abstract: A process for preparing aqueous dispersions of polyurethanes comprises dispersing polyurethane prepolymer containing unreacted --NCO functionality in water with moderate agitation at a temperature at or below 65.degree. C., preferably at or below 38.degree. C., and more preferably within the range 38.degree.-25.degree. C.; simultaneously reducing the agitation to a mild rate and maintaining the temperature within the range 38.degree.-85.degree. C., preferably, 60.degree.-65.degree. C., until the reaction of --NCO with water levels off; adding an effective amount of a quenching agent to react with sufficient --NCO functionality to reduce the number of available --NCO groups that can react with water so that the evolution of CO.sub.2 is reduced or eliminated during storage of the polyurethane dispersion; and at any of the previous sequential steps adding an effective amount of a deaerating agent to reduce or eliminate CO.sub.2 foaming or to liberate any dissolved CO.sub.2 gas.Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 1996Date of Patent: February 10, 1998Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding CorporationInventors: Pravin K. Kukkala, Andrew J. Kielbania, Andrew P. Full, Antonios Tontisakis