Patents by Inventor Craig Patrick
Craig Patrick 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: 20240154429Abstract: A common reference signal is used by a plurality of serially-connected power optimizers to manage a plurality of photovoltaic panels. It is determined whether an individual voltage output exceeds an individual limit. If so, a corresponding photovoltaic panel in the plurality of photovoltaic panels is adjusted to reduce the individual voltage output and the combined voltage output, where the combined voltage output is based at least in part on (a) the individual voltage output and (2) at least one other individual voltage output associated with another power optimizer. It is determined whether the combined voltage output relative to the common reference signal exceeds a maximum offset. If so, the corresponding photovoltaic panel in the plurality of photovoltaic panels is adjusted to reduce the individual voltage output and the combined voltage output.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2023Publication date: May 9, 2024Inventors: Mark Holveck, Randol Aikin, Craig Patrick Timms
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Publication number: 20240128762Abstract: In various embodiments, a process for configuring or commissioning a solar power system includes receiving, at a controller, hardware identifiers of a plurality of power electronics modules to be configured. Each of the plurality of power electronics modules of at least a portion of the plurality of power electronics modules is associated with a corresponding photovoltaic panel. A hub is configured to wirelessly communicate with the plurality of power electronics modules. The controller is physically connected to the hub and communicates with the hub via wiring that also carries power from photovoltaic panels to an inverter. The process includes configuring, by the controller, the plurality of power electronics modules using the received hardware identifiers.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2023Publication date: April 18, 2024Inventors: Kyle Breuning Evans, Sebastian Wolf, Mark Holveck, Hai-Yue Han, Craig Patrick Timms, Paul Chapman, Christopher Wright, Ryan Pflaum
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Publication number: 20240090869Abstract: The present discussion relates to structures and devices to facilitate application of an ultrasound therapy beam to a target anatomic region in a replicable manner. In certain aspects, adjustable positioning structures are described that allow a general probe positioning structure to be configured for a specific patient in a manner that allows the device to be used repeatedly to target the anatomic region, even when in non-clinical settings. In other aspects, a probe positioning structure is fabricated that is specific to a respective patient anatomy, such that use of the probe positioning structure provides repeatable targeting of the target anatomic region, even when in non-clinical settings.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2023Publication date: March 21, 2024Inventors: David Andrew Shoudy, Craig Patrick Galligan, Weston Blaine Griffin, Jeffrey Michael Ashe, Warren Lee, James Enrico Sabatini
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Publication number: 20240010377Abstract: A machine for packing elongate bags for use with a waste disposal apparatus is disclosed herein. The machine comprises means for holding a reel of flexible tubing, the flexible tubing wound on the reel as a film having two parallel edges, the flexible tubing, when opened, forming a ring of elongate flexible tubing having an aperture at at least one end. The machine also comprises a pair of gripping means configured to engage and grip a region proximate to each edge of the film and draw the film of flexible tubing off of the reel, and a jig configured to be inserted into the aperture and hold a portion of the film in a ring around the jig, the jig configured to hold the film adjacent to and in engagement with the gripping means. Operation of the gripping means causes the film of elongate flexible tubing to be drawn over the jig and to be gathered in a ring of compacted flexible tubing around a base of the jig.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2021Publication date: January 11, 2024Inventors: Adam Paul SYKES, Kenneth BEARDSHALL, Craig Patrick DOWELL
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Patent number: 11826197Abstract: The present discussion relates to structures and devices to facilitate application of an ultrasound therapy beam to a target anatomic region in a replicable manner. In certain aspects, adjustable positioning structures are described that allow a general probe positioning structure to be configured for a specific patient in a manner that allows the device to be used repeatedly to target the anatomic region, even when in non-clinical settings. In other aspects, a probe positioning structure is fabricated that is specific to a respective patient anatomy, such that use of the probe positioning structure provides repeatable targeting of the target anatomic region, even when in non-clinical settings.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2021Date of Patent: November 28, 2023Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: David Andrew Shoudy, Craig Patrick Galligan, Weston Blaine Griffin, Jeffrey Michael Ashe, Warren Lee, James Enrico Sabatini
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Patent number: 11670945Abstract: A common reference signal is used by a plurality of serially-connected power optimizers to manage a plurality of photovoltaic panels. It is determined whether an individual voltage output exceeds an individual limit. If so, a corresponding photovoltaic panel in the plurality of photovoltaic panels is adjusted to reduce the individual voltage output and the combined voltage output, where the combined voltage output is based at least in part on (a) the individual voltage output and (2) at least one other individual voltage output associated with another power optimizer. It is determined whether the combined voltage output relative to the common reference signal exceeds a maximum offset. If so, the corresponding photovoltaic panel in the plurality of photovoltaic panels is adjusted to reduce the individual voltage output and the combined voltage output.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2022Date of Patent: June 6, 2023Assignee: Lunar Energy, Inc.Inventors: Mark Holveck, Randol Aikin, Craig Patrick Timms
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Patent number: 11565834Abstract: A secondary payload bridge for a payload adapter is disclosed and includes a body portion, plurality of payload ports, and a secondary payload port. The plurality of attachment points are connected to the body portion of the secondary payload bridge. The plurality of attachment points are configured to removably attach the secondary payload bridge to the payload adapter to allow for clockable positioning of the secondary payload bridge around a circumference of the payload adapter. The secondary payload port is connected to the body portion. The secondary payload port is configured to releasably attach to a corresponding secondary payload.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2019Date of Patent: January 31, 2023Assignee: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Bailey Keakulina Grisez, Craig Patrick McGrath, Caleb Luke Pool, Darren Scott Cokin, Dana M LaFavour
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Publication number: 20220361844Abstract: The present discussion relates to structures and devices to facilitate application of an ultrasound therapy beam to a target anatomic region in a replicable manner. In certain aspects, adjustable positioning structures are described that allow a general probe positioning structure to be configured for a specific patient in a manner that allows the device to be used repeatedly to target the anatomic region, even when in non-clinical settings. In other aspects, a probe positioning structure is fabricated that is specific to a respective patient anatomy, such that use of the probe positioning structure provides repeatable targeting of the target anatomic region, even when in non-clinical settings.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 13, 2021Publication date: November 17, 2022Inventors: David Andrew Shoudy, Craig Patrick Galligan, Weston Blaine Griffin, Jeffrey Michael Ashe, Warren Lee, James Enrico Sabatini
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Patent number: 11402349Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the manufacture and use of redox electrodes and their use in cell lysis. In certain embodiments, the redox electrodes are manufactured using a hybrid material approach, such as using a redox polymer in combination with a support substrate, such as cellulose fibers or paper. In certain implementations, the redox electrodes are suitable for use at voltages greater than 25 Volts.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2015Date of Patent: August 2, 2022Assignee: Global Life Sciences Solutions Operations UK LtdInventors: Andrea Jeannine Peters, Thomas Elliot Stecher, Craig Patrick Galligan, Christopher Michael Puleo, Ralf Lenigk
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Patent number: 11396389Abstract: A payload adapter configured to removably attach to one or more payload bridges. The payload adapter includes a forward open end defined by a forward ring, an aft open end defined by an aft ring, a plurality of truss supports connecting the forward ring and the aft ring to one another, and a plurality of mounting fixtures disposed around a circumference the payload adapter. The mounting fixtures are each configured to releasably attach to a secondary payload bridge.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2019Date of Patent: July 26, 2022Assignee: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Bailey Keakulina Eaton, Craig Patrick McGarth, Dana M LaFavour
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Patent number: 11297824Abstract: An improved exclusion barrier including a plurality of elongate members extending in a generally upright condition between a sea floor and a sea surface. The elongate members are improved to provide a more uniform surface area for the prevention of sharks passing through upper portions of the barrier and maximizing the exclusion capabilities of the overall barrier network. The elongate members include, in addition to permanent magnets, hydro-electric power generation mechanisms for powering electro-magnets within the elongate members to produce a stronger electro-magnetic deterrent field across the barrier network, and also include telescoping mechanisms to allow for a variance in length of each member in coordination with changing wave and water levels and to provide additional pump action for hydro-electric power generation within each elongate member. The exclusion barrier is also secured to the sea floor by an anchoring base having evenly spaced anchoring locations.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2021Date of Patent: April 12, 2022Inventor: Craig Patrick O'Connell
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Publication number: 20220041976Abstract: A system for isolating a target molecule from a bioprocess fluid includes a single-use disposable separation device having a plurality of perimeter-bonded layers defining one or more mesofluidic channels of the separation device, wherein each layer includes a biocompatible polymer material, wherein the separation device is configured to separate at least a portion of particles from the bioprocess fluid to generate a substantially clarified bioprocess fluid, and a chromatography system fluidically coupled at the outflow of the separation device in a configuration for further processing the clarified bioprocess fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2019Publication date: February 10, 2022Inventors: Matthew Jeremiah Misner, Rachel Marie Gettings, Christine Angela Morton, Erik Leeming Kvam, Jason William CASTLE, Anindya Kanti De, Jared Timothy Hale, Craig Patrick Galligan, Vincent Francis Pizzi
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Patent number: 11135606Abstract: Fluid applicator assemblies which can be attached to or fabricated integrally with a blowing apparatus such as a leaf blower as a source of flowing air to atomize and eject atomized liquids into spaces and/or onto surfaces may include a nozzle having a nozzle body. At least one air flow cavity may be provided in the nozzle body. An air inlet slot may extend through the nozzle body and may be disposed in fluid communication with the at least one air flow cavity. A fluid ejection portion may be carried by the nozzle body. The fluid ejection portion may include an ejection head support extending from the nozzle body. A fluid ejection head may be carried by the ejection head support. A tube opening may extend through the fluid ejection portion. A fluid ejection slot may be provided in the fluid ejection head and disposed in fluid communication with the tube opening. A liquid container may be disposed in fluid communication with the fluid ejection slot through the tube opening.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2021Date of Patent: October 5, 2021Inventors: George Merritt McGregor, II, Craig Patrick Leach
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Patent number: 11033859Abstract: A method of eluting biomolecules, such as nucleic acids from a biological sample by electroelution is provided. An example of a method includes various steps, such as loading the biological sample to a device comprising a housing, at least two conductive redox polymer electrodes operationally coupled to the housing and a biomolecule impermeable layer disposed on at least one of the electrodes. The loading of sample is followed by initiating an electrical connection to generate an electric field strength sufficient to elute biomolecules from the biological sample; and eluting the biomolecules from the biological sample.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2018Date of Patent: June 15, 2021Assignee: Global Life Sciences Solutions Operations UK LtdInventors: Christopher Michael Puleo, John Richard Nelson, Patrick McCoy Spooner, Ralf Lenigk, Nicole Lea Wood, Li Zhu, Craig Patrick Galligan
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Patent number: 11028359Abstract: A system for isolating a target molecule from a bioprocess fluid includes a single-use disposable separation device having a plurality of perimeter-bonded layers defining one or more mesofluidic channels of the separation device, wherein each layer includes a biocompatible polymer material, wherein the separation device is configured to separate at least a portion of particles from the bioprocess fluid to generate a substantially clarified bioprocess fluid, and a chromatography system fluidically coupled at the outflow of the separation device in a configuration for further processing the clarified bioprocess fluid.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2018Date of Patent: June 8, 2021Assignee: GLOBAL LIFE SCIENCES SOLUTIONS USA LLCInventors: Matthew Jeremiah Misner, Rachel Marie Gettings, Christine Angela Morton, Erik Leeming Kvam, Jason William Castle, Anindya Kanti De, Jared Timothy Hale, Craig Patrick Galligan, Vincent Francis Pizzi
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Publication number: 20210139169Abstract: A payload adapter configured to removably attach to one or more payload bridges. The payload adapter includes a forward open end defined by a forward ring, an aft open end defined by an aft ring, a plurality of truss supports connecting the forward ring and the aft ring to one another, and a plurality of mounting fixtures disposed around a circumference the payload adapter. The mounting fixtures are each configured to releasably attach to a secondary payload bridge.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2019Publication date: May 13, 2021Inventors: Bailey Keakulina Eaton, Craig Patrick McGarth, Dana M. LaFavour
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Publication number: 20210139168Abstract: A secondary payload bridge for a payload adapter is disclosed and includes a body portion, plurality of payload ports, and a secondary payload port. The plurality of attachment points are connected to the body portion of the secondary payload bridge. The plurality of attachment points are configured to removably attach the secondary payload bridge to the payload adapter to allow for clockable positioning of the secondary payload bridge around a circumference of the payload adapter. The secondary payload port is connected to the body portion. The secondary payload port is configured to releasably attach to a corresponding secondary payload.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2019Publication date: May 13, 2021Inventors: Bailey Keakulina Eaton, Craig Patrick McGarth, Caleb Luke Pool, Darren Scott Cokin, Dana M. LaFavour
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Patent number: 10787695Abstract: A system includes a bacteria culture array that includes a plurality of chambers each configured to receive a portion of a sample that includes bacteria. Each individual chamber of the plurality of chambers includes a chamber opening configured to permit access of the portion of the sample to the individual chamber. The system also includes one or more sensors configured to collect data from the individual chamber. The sensors are configured to contact the sample. Additionally, the system includes a monitoring and analysis system that includes a processor configured to receive the data from the one or more sensors at a first time and a second time, compare the data received at the second time to the data received at the first time, and identify a portion of the plurality of chambers of the bacteria culture array based on the comparing.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2017Date of Patent: September 29, 2020Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Christopher Michael Puleo, Christine Lynne Surrette, Erik Leeming Kvam, Steven Yuehin Go, Feng Chen, John Richard Nelson, Craig Patrick Galligan, Radislav Alexandrovich Potyrailo, Gregory Andrew Grossmann
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Patent number: D938584Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2020Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Assignee: Lazurite Holdings LLCInventors: Christopher Alan Harris, Steve Latham, Craig Patrick Conner, Cory Boudreau, Ilya Malinskiy, Eugene Malinskiy, Daniel Joseph Dudley, Abigail Baldwin Mansfield, Laimis Kazimieras Belzinskas, Daniel Alan Nelson, Patrick Joseph Polito, Danielle Elizabeth Filipkowski
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Patent number: D972176Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2020Date of Patent: December 6, 2022Assignee: LAZURITE HOLDINGS LLCInventors: Laimis Kazimieras Belzinskas, Steve Latham, Craig Patrick Conner, Cory Boudreau, Ilya Malinskiy, Eugene Malinskiy, Christopher Alan Harris, Daniel Alan Nelson, Jacquelyn Aguilera, James A. Amos