Patents by Inventor Cass Khoo

Cass Khoo 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).

  • Patent number: 12104834
    Abstract: A method of improving the efficiency of the heat exchange system using variable superheat and sub cooling values for a wide range of ambient conditions is provided. The heat exchange system comprises an efficiency enhancing apparatus positioned between the condenser and evaporator. Data analytics software module and artificial intelligence techniques are used to obtain optimum system parameters for achieving maximum efficiency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2024
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20220252316
    Abstract: A method of improving the efficiency of the heat exchange system using variable superheat and sub cooling values for a wide range of ambient conditions is provided. The heat exchange system comprises an efficiency enhancing apparatus positioned between the condenser and evaporator. Data analytics software module and artificial intelligence techniques are used to obtain optimum system parameters for achieving maximum efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2022
    Publication date: August 11, 2022
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 11022352
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 10060660
    Abstract: A method and apparatus to improve the efficiency of a heat exchange system comprising a compressor, condenser, expansion valve, an evaporator and an expansion valve are provided. The apparatus is positioned between the expansion valve and the evaporator and comprises an atomizing disc, an outer connector pipe and two inner pipes inside the connector pipe in contact with the disc. The disc is provided with vertical blades that are angled to provide the turbulence necessary to create a low pressure at the back of the disc. The low pressure thus created vaporizes the partially vaporized incoming refrigerant from the expansion valve and thereby improves the efficiency of the refrigeration system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2018
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 9857110
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, an expansion device, and circulating refrigerant is provided. The apparatus comprises a chamber positioned between the condenser and the evaporator. According to an embodiment of the invention, the chamber comprises a down tube with holes for the passage of refrigerant from the chamber and a top inlet port comprising a vapor expansion screen. The suction of the refrigerant through the holes draws refrigerant towards the top inlet port past the vapor expansion screen, allowing for further cooling within the chamber. When the refrigerant eventually exits the chamber, it is considerably cooler than when it entered the vessel, making the entire refrigeration system more efficient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2018
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 9810453
    Abstract: In one aspect of the invention, an apparatus for improving the efficiency of a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, expansion valve, evaporator and a flowing refrigerant is provided. The apparatus is a tubular device having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit and is positioned in the heat exchange system between the expansion valve and the evaporator. The device further comprises a means for removing heat from the refrigerant. According to an embodiment of the invention, the heat removal means is a cylindrical screen coated with diamonds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 9702599
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Inventors: Gary E Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 9702600
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a, low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Inventors: Gary E. Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 9702602
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Inventors: Gary E Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Patent number: 9494351
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Inventors: Gary E. Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20160234919
    Abstract: An energy saving HID lamp with a long lifespan is provided. In an embodiment of the invention, the lamp comprises at least two arc tubes within a quartz enclosure wherein each of the arc tubes has a tungsten cathode tip, an anode and xenon gas between the two electrodes. Only one arc tube is illuminated each time the power is switched on. A control system connected to the ballast circuitry provides dimming up to 50% of the total power of the lamp. Further a motion sensor and a preset timer positioned within the control system provide added energy savings and make the lamp highly suitable for street lighting, public parking and such purposes. The igniter is positioned at the base of the lamp so that the ballast can be located at a convenient location for easy servicing and handling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2016
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Applicant: Articmaster Inc.
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20160195309
    Abstract: A method and apparatus to improve the efficiency of a heat exchange system comprising a compressor, condenser, expansion valve, an evaporator and an expansion valve are provided. The apparatus is positioned between the expansion valve and the evaporator and comprises an atomizing disc, an outer connector pipe and two inner pipes inside the connector pipe in contact with the disc. The disc is provided with vertical blades that are angled to provide the turbulence necessary to create a low pressure at the back of the disc. The low pressure thus created vaporizes the partially vaporized incoming refrigerant from the expansion valve and thereby improves the efficiency of the refrigeration system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2015
    Publication date: July 7, 2016
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20160195310
    Abstract: In one aspect of the invention, an apparatus for improving the efficiency of a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, expansion valve, evaporator and a flowing refrigerant is provided. The apparatus is a tubular device having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit and is positioned in the heat exchange system between the expansion valve and the evaporator. The device further comprises a means for removing heat from the refrigerant. According to an embodiment of the invention, the heat removal means is a cylindrical screen coated with diamonds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2015
    Publication date: July 7, 2016
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20160178242
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, an expansion device, and circulating refrigerant is provided. The apparatus comprises a chamber positioned between the condenser and the evaporator. According to an embodiment of the invention, the chamber comprises a down tube with holes for the passage of refrigerant from the chamber and a top inlet port comprising a vapor expansion screen. The suction of the refrigerant through the holes draws refrigerant towards the top inlet port past the vapor expansion screen, allowing for further cooling within the chamber. When the refrigerant eventually exits the chamber, it is considerably cooler than when it entered the vessel, making the entire refrigeration system more efficient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2015
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20160102896
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2015
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Applicant: Articmaster Inc.
    Inventor: Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20160091230
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a, low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Publication date: March 31, 2016
    Inventors: Gary E. Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20150135766
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2010
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Inventors: Gary E Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20150082819
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Gary E Phillippe, Cass Khoo
  • Publication number: 20150040610
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for improving refrigeration and air conditioning efficiency for use with a heat exchange system having a compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion device, and circulating refrigerant. The apparatus includes is a liquid refrigerant containing vessel having a refrigerant entrance and a refrigerant exit with the vessel positioned in the heat exchange system between the condenser and the evaporator, and means for creating a turbulent flow of liquefied refrigerant. The apparatus further preferably includes a refrigerant bypass path to sub-cool a portion of the refrigerant within the vessel; a disk positioned at the liquid refrigerant entrance to develop a low pressure area on the back side and create a turbulent flow of refrigerant entering the vessel; and a refrigerant valve incorporated into the refrigerant path downstream of the expansion valve and before the coil which develops a vortex that continues through the refrigerant coil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventors: Gary E. Phillippe, Cass Khoo