Patents by Inventor Brian W. Roberts

Brian W. Roberts 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).

  • Naphthalene-Depleted Fluids
    Publication number: 20150183696
    Abstract: The invention relates to the production of naphthalene-depleted heavy aromatics, the naphthalene-depleted heavy aromatic product made thereby, and to an apparatus adapted for said production.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2013
    Publication date: July 2, 2015
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Chemical Patents Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas A. Gribschaw, Brian W. Roberts, Andrew R. Witt
  • Device for feeding a string loop for attachment to a sausage casing
    Patent number: 5269116
    Abstract: Improved apparatus for attachment of a U-shaped metal clip around gathered material in a first tie operation along with means for attachment of a string loop includes a tape feed which feeds loops mounted on the tape one at a time into position for engagement with a loop feed mechanism that directs the loop into the throat of a clipper. There the clip is attached about gathered casing or netting material by means of a clipper. Once the clip is attached, the entire first tie assembly is removed by take out wheels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 14, 1993
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian W. Roberts, Johnny T. Stanley, Thomas E. Whittlesey
  • Apparatus for applying a first tie to casing material
    Patent number: 5203759
    Abstract: Apparatus for application of a first tie to a hollow casing material includes a mechanism for cutting incremental units of casing from a reel and for simultaneously punching openings through the casing. Incremental units are then transferred from the cutting apparatus into a clipper for application of a clip about the incremental unit of the casing material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 1992
    Date of Patent: April 20, 1993
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: David O. Torres, Johnny T. Stanley, Brian W. Roberts
  • Apparatus for attaching a bungee cord to a fastener
    Patent number: 5187852
    Abstract: An improved method for attaching a bungee cord to a fastener comprises folding over the end of the bungee cord and attaching a U-shaped metal clip thereto.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 1991
    Date of Patent: February 23, 1993
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: Johnny T. Stanley, Brian W. Roberts