Patents by Inventor Bradley J. Blum
Bradley J. Blum 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: 11859608Abstract: Aspects are provided for a case for a pump assembly having a base and an enclosure assembly. The enclosure assembly includes a case cover coupled to the enclosure assembly via a gasket, wherein the case cover and the enclosure assembly form a gap between the case cover and the enclosure assembly in a portion of the case cover without the gasket, a display, a plurality of bosses, a frame plate removable fastened to the plurality of bosses, wherein the display is fixedly attached to the case cover when the frame plate is fastened to the plurality of bosses, and one or more drainage channels disposed at an underside surface of the case cover, the one or more drainage channels being configured to divert fluid away from the display.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2020Date of Patent: January 2, 2024Assignee: Masterflex, LLCInventors: James Van Stell, Bradley J Blum
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Publication number: 20220128049Abstract: Aspects are provided for a case for a pump assembly having a base and an enclosure assembly. The enclosure assembly includes a case cover coupled to the enclosure assembly via a gasket, wherein the case cover and the enclosure assembly form a gap between the case cover and the enclosure assembly in a portion of the case cover without the gasket, a display, a plurality of bosses, a frame plate removable fastened to the plurality of bosses, wherein the display is fixedly attached to the case cover when the frame plate is fastened to the plurality of bosses, and one or more drainage channels disposed at an underside surface of the case cover, the one or more drainage channels being configured to divert fluid away from the display.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2020Publication date: April 28, 2022Inventors: James Van Stell, Bradley J. Blum
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Patent number: 7629896Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a floor display system with variable image orientation. Embodiments may further relate to networked data distribution and management; interactivity; image-enhancing optics; controlled audio; a protective covering; an anti-slip feature; fragrance technology; theft prevention; deployment in a track-and-trench system; specialized positioning mechanisms; and lightweight, flexible implementations.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2007Date of Patent: December 8, 2009Assignee: Intellimat, Inc.Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, Kobby Greenberg, Boaz Harari, Youval Katzman, William Kokonaski, Joseph A. Thibodeau, J. Thomas Walker, Barry H. Whalen
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Publication number: 20090272817Abstract: Methods and apparatus for reducing the intensity of hurricanes are described herein. A method may include positioning a fleet of submersibles in an area of ocean through which at least a portion of a hurricane's central core will pass within a predetermined amount of time. The submersibles are maneuvered to a depth greater than a depth of a thermocline in this area of ocean. The submersibles maintain their station and depth for a finite amount of time, during which they may release a gas to form bubble plumes which rise toward the ocean's surface. The bubble plumes entrain and upwell cold sub-thermocline water toward the surface of the ocean to cool the surface of the ocean. The cooled ocean surface reduces the intensity of the hurricane whose portion of central core passes through the cooled area.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 28, 2001Publication date: November 5, 2009Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, George M. Hagerman, JR.
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Patent number: 6982649Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a floor display system with interactive features. The floor display system may be arranged in a public place, and be configured to display electronically modifiable arbitrary content, such as advertising or other informational content. The floor display system may be configured to detect an indication of the presence or activity of a person in the vicinity, and upon detecting the indication, perform a corresponding action in response, such as generating a predetermined display or audio output.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2003Date of Patent: January 3, 2006Assignee: Intellimats, LLCInventors: Ronald D. Blum, J. Thomas Walker, Barry H. Whalen, Joseph A. Thibodeau, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski
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Patent number: 6844058Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. The tacky surface may comprise a material with a dual chemistry such that the tacky surface is tacky both when dry and when wet. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2001Date of Patent: January 18, 2005Assignee: Tech Mats, LLCInventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski, Peter W. Kopf
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Publication number: 20040221411Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2004Publication date: November 11, 2004Applicant: Tech Mats, LCCInventors: Ronald D. Blum, Robert S. Jordan, Peter Kopf, Paul Drennan, Graham Stevens, Dwight P. Duston, Bradley J. Blum, Sunder Malkani
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Publication number: 20040148725Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to an automotive vehicle floor mat having an insert area to receive a removable dirt-trapping insert material.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2003Publication date: August 5, 2004Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski, Andrew Gentiluomo
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Patent number: 6735806Abstract: A device is disclosed for cleaning a surface. In one embodiment, the device includes a sheet having at least one tacky surface and a plurality of rollers in contact with said sheet, said plurality of rollers, in an operative embodiment, maintaining contact between said tacky surface and the surface to be cleaned.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2001Date of Patent: May 18, 2004Assignee: Eggs in the Pipeline, LLCInventors: Ronald D. Blum, Joseph A. Thibodeau, William Kokonaski, Bradley J. Blum
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Publication number: 20040055948Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a system for treating drinking water to enhance it with consumable additives such as vitamins and flavor. The system may be connectable to a source of drinking water such as home faucet, and operable to selectably introduce additives into the drinking water.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2003Publication date: March 25, 2004Inventors: Bradley J. Blum, Marcus T. Peverill, Phyllis Elizabeth Hickman, Mary L. Hamrick, Michael B. Montag
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Publication number: 20040001002Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a floor display system with interactive features. The floor display system may be arranged in a public place, and be configured to display electronically modifiable arbitrary content, such as advertising or other informational content. The floor display system may be configured to detect an indication of the presence or activity of a person in the vicinity, and upon detecting the indication, perform a corresponding action in response, such as generating a predetermined display or audio output.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2003Publication date: January 1, 2004Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, J. Thomas Walker, Barry H. Whalen, Joseph A. Thibodeau, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski
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Publication number: 20030232554Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to shoe-cleaning product comprising a first or top water-absorbing layer having a tacky top exposed surface. The water-absorbing layer is adjacent to a water-resistant layer. An apparatus for dispensing the shoe-cleaning material, and an apparatus comprising the shoe-cleaning material in combination with a floor covering, are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2003Publication date: December 18, 2003Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, William Kokonaski, Andrew Gentiluomo, Joseph A. Thibodeau, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, Peter W. Kopf
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Publication number: 20030033681Abstract: A device is disclosed for cleaning a surface. In one embodiment, the device includes a sheet having at least one tacky surface and a plurality of rollers in contact with said sheet, said plurality of rollers, in an operative embodiment, maintaining contact between said tacky surface and the surface to be cleaned.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2001Publication date: February 20, 2003Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Joseph A. Thibodeau, William Kokonaski, Bradley J. Blum
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Publication number: 20020156634Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. The tacky surface may be comprised of a material that has an inherent anti-slip capability when wet. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning. A support and drainage structure for the floor mat is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2002Publication date: October 24, 2002Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski
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Publication number: 20020092110Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. The tacky surface may be comprised of a material that has an inherent anti-slip capability when wet. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning. A support and drainage structure for the floor mat is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2001Publication date: July 18, 2002Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski, Peter W. Kopf
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Publication number: 20020068147Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. The tacky surface may comprise a material with a dual chemistry such that the tacky surface is tacky both when dry and when wet. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2001Publication date: June 6, 2002Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Bradley J. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, William Kokonaski, Peter W. Kopf
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Publication number: 20020023308Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 24, 2001Publication date: February 28, 2002Inventors: Ronald D. Blum, Robert S. Jordan, Peter Kopf, Paul Drennan, Graham Stevens, Dwight P. Duston, Bradley J. Blum, Sunder Malkani
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Patent number: 6233776Abstract: An advanced floor mat is disclosed. In an embodiment of the present invention, the floor mat includes a cleanable portion. The floor mat may also include a water dissipation component, a water absorbing component, a cushioning component, customized graphics, a transparent cleanable portion, a tacky surface on the cleanable portion, an antibacterial composition, an antifungal composition, and a fragrance. The cleanable portion may be erodible and may include a plurality of cleanable reusable layers. If a tacky surface is included in the floor mat, an anti-slip feature may be associated with the tacky surface to help prevent slipping on a possibly wet tacky surface. Additionally, a sensor system may be included in the floor mat to assist a user in identifying when the floor mat may require cleaning.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2000Date of Patent: May 22, 2001Assignee: Tech Mats, L.L.CInventors: Ronald D. Blum, Dwight P. Duston, Bradley J. Blum