Patents by Inventor Christopher M. Meyer
Christopher M. Meyer 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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Publication number: 20240101165Abstract: A locked-axle spring compression system and method configured to raise a rail vehicle wheel off a rail and transport the raised wheel along a rail is presented. In one embodiment, the present disclosure discloses a system that can raise the locked-axle rail wheel off the rail and allowing the locked-axle train to be transported off the main line. One or more coil springs can be disposed between the truck frame and the journal box to distribute the weight of the train and forces acting thereon. The present disclosure provides a technological solution missing from conventional systems by at least providing a platform for an actuator configured to exert a force on one or more train elements to compress the coil springs and allow the locked-axle wheel to be raised off a surface (e.g., railroad track rail), by overcoming the coil spring pressure to raise the wheel off the rail.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2023Publication date: March 28, 2024Applicant: BNSF Railway CompanyInventors: Henry R. Schafer, Mike E. Teaford, Christopher M. Romero, Edward M. Meyers, Timothy Webb, Ryan L. Kimberlin, Larry C. Valentine
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Publication number: 20240101166Abstract: A locked-axle spring compression system and method configured to raise a rail vehicle wheel off a rail and transport the raised wheel along a rail is presented. In one embodiment, the present disclosure discloses a system that can raise the locked-axle rail wheel off the rail and allowing the locked-axle train to be transported off the main line. One or more coil springs can be disposed between the truck frame and the journal box to distribute the weight of the train and forces acting thereon. The present disclosure provides a technological solution missing from conventional systems by at least providing a platform for an actuator configured to exert a force on one or more train elements to compress the coil springs and allow the locked-axle wheel to be raised off a surface (e.g., railroad track rail), by overcoming the coil spring pressure to raise the wheel off the rail.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2023Publication date: March 28, 2024Applicant: BNSF Railway CompanyInventors: Henry R. Schafer, Mike E. Teaford, Christopher M. Romero, Edward M. Meyers, Timothy Webb, Ryan L. Kimberlin, Larry C. Valentine
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Patent number: 8843075Abstract: A RF distribution system determines its configuration and verifies the consistency of the determined configuration. Based on a device identifier, the RF distribution system may individually instruct each RF component to provide a generated signal. Consequently, a first RF component may modulate a signal on a first port. If a second RF component detects a modulated signal on a second port, then the RF distribution system deems that the two RF components are connected together. The procedure may be repeated for the remaining RF components so that the RF configuration of the RF distribution system may be determined. The determined RF configuration may be further verified for operational consistency. The RF distribution system may also scan a RF spectrum, determine a set of frequencies that provides RF compatibility with the RF distribution system based on the scanning, and configure the RF components in accordance with the set of frequencies.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2009Date of Patent: September 23, 2014Assignee: Shure Acquisition Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Mark Allen Kenkel, Christopher M. Meyer
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Publication number: 20140267322Abstract: Briefly, embodiments of methods or systems for a display signal buffer are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventors: Robert G. McVay, Christopher M. Meyers, Jie Ni
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Publication number: 20130025049Abstract: A foldable bed includes an upstanding cabinet; a bed frame assembly; and a pair of shifting mechanisms for pivotally supporting the bed frame assembly to the cabinet so the bed frame assembly can be shifted between a raised, closed position and a lowered, open position. Each of the shifting mechanisms includes a hinge plate pivotally connected to the cabinet and integrally formed with a portion of the bed frame assembly and a piston coupled between the hinge plate and the cabinet for assisting with shifting of the bed frame assembly between the raised and lowered positions. The bed frame assembly broadly comprises a tray; a metal frame positioned on top of and attached to the tray; and a plurality of metal legs positioned below and attached to the tray and the metal frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2011Publication date: January 31, 2013Inventors: Christopher S. McCoy, Christopher M. Meyer
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Publication number: 20110080847Abstract: A RF distribution system determines its configuration and verifies the consistency of the determined configuration. Based on a device identifier, the RF distribution system may individually instruct each RF component to provide a generated signal. Consequently, a first RF component may modulate a signal on a first port. If a second RF component detects a modulated signal on a second port, then the RF distribution system deems that the two RF components are connected together. The procedure may be repeated for the remaining RF components so that the RF configuration of the RF distribution system may be determined. The determined RF configuration may be further verified for operational consistency. The RF distribution system may also scan a RF spectrum, determine a set of frequencies that provides RF compatibility with the RF distribution system based on the scanning, and configure the RF components in accordance with the set of frequencies.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 25, 2009Publication date: April 7, 2011Applicant: Shure IncorporatedInventors: Mark Allen Kenkel, Christopher M. Meyer
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Patent number: 6274643Abstract: A curable composition comprising a) a curable epoxy resin, a thermoplastic ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin, and an effective amount of a photocatalyst for the curable epoxy resin, wherein the composition is free from hydrocarbon polyolefins and wherein the sum of a) and b) is 100 weight percent.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2000Date of Patent: August 14, 2001Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Naimul Karim, Clayton A. George, Christopher M. Meyer
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Patent number: 6153302Abstract: A curable composition comprising a) a curable epoxy resin, a thermoplastic ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin, and an effective amount of a photocatalyst for the curable epoxy resin, wherein the composition is free from hydrocarbon polyolefins and wherein the sum of a) and b) is 100 weight percent.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2000Date of Patent: November 28, 2000Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Naimul Karim, Clayton A. George, Christopher M. Meyer
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Patent number: 6136398Abstract: A curable composition formed by mixing components comprising 10 to 70 weight percent of a curable epoxy resin; an effective amount of a curative for the epoxy resin; 10 to 85 weight percent of a thermoplastic ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer; and 5 to 60 weight percent of a thermoplastic polyester resin, the parts by weight being based on the total weight of the resin in the composition.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 1998Date of Patent: October 24, 2000Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Peggy S. Willett, Christopher M. Meyer, Scott R. Meyer
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Patent number: 6136384Abstract: A curable composition comprising a) a curable epoxy resin, a thermoplastic ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin, and an effective amount of a photocatalyst for the curable epoxy resin, wherein the composition is free from hydrocarbon polyolefins and wherein the sum of a) and b) is 100 weight percent.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2000Date of Patent: October 24, 2000Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Naimul Karim, Clayton A. George, Christopher M. Meyer
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Patent number: 6057382Abstract: A curable composition comprising a) a curable epoxy resin, a thermoplastic ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin, and an effective amount of a photocatalyst for the curable epoxy resin, wherein the composition is free from hydrocarbon polyolefins and wherein the sum of a) and b) is 100 weight percent.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 1998Date of Patent: May 2, 2000Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Naimul Karim, Clayton A. George, Christopher M. Meyer