Patents by Inventor Billy Mcelheney

Billy Mcelheney 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).

  • Method and System for Making a Consistent Dough Sheet
    Publication number: 20100255159
    Abstract: A method and system for making a dough sheet with consistent properties across its width and over time is disclosed. The moisture content of dough is measured using a near-infrared spectrometer. The dough is evenly distributed across the length of sheeting rollers by an externally reinforced fan plate. A control system uses the moisture content and level of dough on the sheeting rollers to control ingredient flow rates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2009
    Publication date: October 7, 2010
    Applicant: FRITO-LAY NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: Christopher Adloff, Ruben Enriquez, Terry Moros, Scott Richardson, Billy Mcelheney