Patents by Inventor Andrew Ubel
Andrew Ubel 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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Patent number: 11948701Abstract: In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, a method of shielding radiation is provided, including supporting a shielding device on an object proximate a radiation source, positioning a first shielding portion in a vertical position relative to the object, positioning a second shielding portion to extend away from the first portion, the second shielding portion attached to the first portion, and shielding radiation from the radiation source by the first shielding portion and the second shielding portion such that the first and second shielding portions provide a radiation shielding zone for a healthcare practitioner.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2023Date of Patent: April 2, 2024Assignee: Radux Devices, LLCInventors: Gregory Gordon, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20230215591Abstract: In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, a method of shielding radiation is provided, including supporting a shielding device on an object proximate a radiation source, positioning a first shielding portion in a vertical position relative to the object, positioning a second shielding portion to extend away from the first portion, the second shielding portion attached to the first portion, and shielding radiation from the radiation source by the first shielding portion and the second shielding portion such that the first and second shielding portions provide a radiation shielding zone for a healthcare practitioner.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 24, 2023Publication date: July 6, 2023Inventors: Gregory Gordon, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20230148566Abstract: A chew resistant dog toy securely contains and retains a replaceable lickable treat. The toy facilitates the predictable, gradual, and prolonged ingestion of the treat by an animal's licking of an available surface of the lickable treat. The dog toy has a chew resistant body (typically made of a tough polymer or a hard rubber material) and a channel having an elongated opening along a major surface of the toy. The channel is adapted to receive and securely hold and retain the treat. The treat may or may not contain one or more active ingredients that are useful for promoting a calming effect on the dog, including active agents (such as theanine, Relora, SAMe, GABA, ashwagandha, tryptophan, turmeric, Boswellia serrata, panax ginseng, Methylsulfonylmethane, 5-HTP, etc.), other botanicals that facilitate sleep and relaxation (such as Valerian root, Chamomile, Lemon balm, Passion flower, Kavakava, Tulsi-Holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum)) and cannabinoids (such as CBD, CBN, etc.).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2022Publication date: May 18, 2023Inventors: Andrew UBEL, Lee Wayne MAYBERRY
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Patent number: 11587692Abstract: In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, a method of shielding radiation is provided, including supporting a shielding device on an object proximate a radiation source, positioning a first shielding portion in a vertical position relative to the object, positioning a second shielding portion to extend away from the first portion, the second shielding portion attached to the first portion, and shielding radiation from the radiation source by the first shielding portion and the second shielding portion such that the first and second shielding portions provide a radiation shielding zone for a healthcare practitioner.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2022Date of Patent: February 21, 2023Assignee: Radux Devices, LLCInventors: Gregory Gordon, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20220249036Abstract: In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, method of shielding radiation is provided, including orienting the rigid radiation shield in a selected position relative to a patient, and attaching a flexible radiation shield to the rigid radiation shield such that the flexible rigid radiation shield includes a first generally vertical portion that covers a gap between the rigid radiation shield and the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 27, 2022Publication date: August 11, 2022Inventors: Andrew Ubel, Kevin Jay Wiersma, Thomas Joseph Monette
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Publication number: 20220238243Abstract: In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, a method of shielding radiation is provided, including supporting a shielding device on an object proximate a radiation source, positioning a first shielding portion in a vertical position relative to the object, positioning a second shielding portion to extend away from the first portion, the second shielding portion attached to the first portion, and shielding radiation from the radiation source by the first shielding portion and the second shielding portion such that the first and second shielding portions provide a radiation shielding zone for a healthcare practitioner.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2022Publication date: July 28, 2022Inventors: Gregory Gordon, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: 11222732Abstract: In general, radiation shielding systems that shield radiation from multiple directions are described. In one embodiment, a method of shielding radiation is provided, including supporting a shielding device on an object proximate a radiation source, positioning a first shielding portion in a vertical position relative to the object, positioning a second shielding portion to extend away from the first portion, the second shielding portion attached to the first portion, and shielding radiation from the radiation source by the first shielding portion and the second shielding portion such that the first and second shielding portions provide a radiation shielding zone for a healthcare practitioner.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2020Date of Patent: January 11, 2022Assignee: Radux Devices, LLCInventors: Gregory Gordon, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: 9469047Abstract: The disclosure relates to a coating method including the steps of providing a multi-component coating composition including two or more components, applying each component to a porous substrate, mixing each component with at least one other component thereby causing at least two components to undergo a chemical reaction.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2014Date of Patent: October 18, 2016Assignee: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Kevin W. Evanson, Brian L. Marty, Stephen M. Carlson, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20140199486Abstract: The disclosure relates to a coating method including the steps of providing a multi-component coating composition including two or more components, applying each component to a porous substrate, mixing each component with at least one other component thereby causing at least two components to undergo a chemical reaction.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2014Publication date: July 17, 2014Applicant: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Kevin W. Evanson, Brian L. Marty, Stephen M. Carlson, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: 8697190Abstract: The disclosure relates to a coating method including the steps of providing a multi-component coating composition including two or more components, applying each component to a porous substrate, mixing each component with at least one other component thereby causing at least two components to undergo a chemical reaction.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2012Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Kevin W. Evanson, Brian L. Marty, Stephen M. Carlson, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20120213931Abstract: The disclosure relates to a coating method including the steps of providing a multi-component coating composition including two or more components, applying each component to a porous substrate, mixing each component with at least one other component thereby causing at least two components to undergo a chemical reaction.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2012Publication date: August 23, 2012Applicant: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Kevin W. Evanson, Brian L. Marty, Stephen M. Carlson, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: 8244032Abstract: An apparatus and method for preparing a stain to match a target color of a selected substrate (e.g., wood species). The apparatus and method may include a computer system and hardware or software to display to a user of such system an image array depicting a target image of a stained building material and a plurality of images of colored stains as applied to the same or other building materials.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2011Date of Patent: August 14, 2012Assignee: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Paul S. Sara, Robert W. Springate, Sanford Lee Hertz, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: 8202581Abstract: A cement fiberboard substrate is treated on at least one edge of the substrate with an aqueous solution containing at least one phosphorus acid or salt of a phosphorus acid. The treated edge is overcoated with a sealer, primer or topcoat. The resulting prefinished fiber cement siding product has improved coating adhesion, especially near burnished regions and near edges and corners proximate the burnished regions. A phosphorus acid or salt of a phosphorus acid also may be added to the sealer to provide further improvement in coating adhesion.Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 2008Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Glen O. Vetter, Larry L. Herfindal, John W. Mittelsteadt, Heidi M. Turner, Andrew Ubel, Kevin W. Evanson
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Patent number: 8057864Abstract: The bottom of a cement fiberboard article is coated by conveying the article across a gap between a first conveyor and second conveyer and applying a liquid radiation-curable coating system to at least the bottom surface of the article while the article passes over the gap. The coating system is radiation-cured to at least a reduced tack state before the coated surface contacts the second conveyor.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2008Date of Patent: November 15, 2011Assignee: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Larry B. Brandenburger, Daniel W. DeChaine, T. Howard Killilea, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20110210978Abstract: The present invention relates to color matching and, more specifically, an apparatus and method for preparing a stain to match a target color of a selected substrate (e.g., wood species). In one embodiment a system is provided that comprises (i) a computer (e.g., a stand-alone PC or a networked computer), (ii) hardware and/or software to store a database of stain records, (iii) hardware and/or software to create or load spectral data (e.g., a digital image) of a target sample, and (iv) hardware and/or software to display images and/or process spectral data. The system preferably facilitates the selection of a desired stain, and in preferred embodiments may also include hardware and/or software to dispense colorant agents and/or vehicles to create the desired stain.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2011Publication date: September 1, 2011Inventors: Paul S. Sara, Robert W. Springate, Sanford Lee Hertz, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: 7953274Abstract: An apparatus and method for preparing a stain to match a target color of a selected substrate (e.g., wood species). The apparatus may include a computer and hardware and/or software to store a database of stain records, create or load spectral data (e.g., a digital image) of a target sample, and display images and/or process spectral data. The apparatus may facilitate stain selection, and may also dispense colorant agents and/or vehicles to create stains. The apparatus may be used in a “manual” mode (whereby a human compares database and target images and makes a selection); an “automatic” mode (whereby the computer suggests a match based on the selected substrate); or a “combination” mode (whereby the computer suggests a match and the user can then compare the suggested match with various images to achieve a final selection).Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2006Date of Patent: May 31, 2011Assignee: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Paul Sara, Robert W Springate, Sanford Lee Hertz, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20100040797Abstract: The bottom of a cement fiberboard article is coated by conveying the article across a gap between a first conveyor and second conveyer and applying a liquid radiation-curable coating system to at least the bottom surface of the article while the article passes over the gap. The coating system is radiation-cured to at least a reduced tack state before the coated surface contacts the second conveyor.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2008Publication date: February 18, 2010Inventors: Larry B. Brandenburger, Daniel W. Dechaine, T. Howard Killilea, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20090214791Abstract: The disclosure relates to a coating method including the steps of providing a multi-component coating composition including two or more components, applying each component to a porous substrate, mixing each component with at least one other component thereby causing at least two components to undergo a chemical reaction.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2007Publication date: August 27, 2009Applicant: Valspar Sourcing, Inc.Inventors: Kevin W. Evanson, Brian L. Marty, Stephen M. Carlson, Andrew Ubel
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Publication number: 20080199725Abstract: A cement fiberboard substrate is treated on at least one edge of the substrate with an aqueous solution containing at least one phosphorus acid or salt of a phosphorus acid. The treated edge is overcoated with a sealer, primer or topcoat. The resulting prefinished fiber cement siding product has improved coating adhesion, especially near burnished regions and near edges and corners proximate the burnished regions. A phosphorus acid or salt of a phosphorus acid also may be added to the sealer to provide further improvement in coating adhesion.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2008Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventors: Glen Otto Vetter, Larry L. Herfindal, John W. Mittelsteadt, Heidi M. Turner, Andrew Ubel
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Patent number: D971549Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2021Date of Patent: December 6, 2022Assignee: COOLHOUSE SOURCING LLCInventor: Andrew Ubel