Patents by Inventor Dale Thompson
Dale Thompson 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: 10093051Abstract: Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2017Date of Patent: October 9, 2018Assignee: Andersen CorporationInventors: Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Paul Machacek, James T. Weglewski, Bryan Kendall, Troy Rubenzer
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Publication number: 20170246780Abstract: Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2017Publication date: August 31, 2017Inventors: Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Paul Machacek, James T. Weglewski, Bryan Kendall, Troy Rubenzer
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Patent number: 9649795Abstract: Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2014Date of Patent: May 16, 2017Assignee: Andersen CorporationInventors: Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Paul Machacek, James T. Weglewski, Bryan Kendall, Troy Rubenzer
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Patent number: 9257908Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention provide for an adaptive and accurate zero cross circuit that can operate without directly sensing an inductor current. Certain embodiments allow adjustment of a zero crossing condition while eliminating the need for a blanking time. In certain embodiments this is accomplished by detecting the effects of turning off a switch on a switching node voltage of a buck converter. Some embodiments use a counter to lengthen or shorten the delay time between an inductor crossing a zero value and the effect of the switching event. In one embodiment, the effect of the switching event includes a change in the direction of the switching node voltage from which the direction of a current flowing in the buck converter inductor.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2013Date of Patent: February 9, 2016Assignee: Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Dale Thompson, Hongguang Dong, Cory Arnold
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Patent number: 9015019Abstract: A simulation platform for early evaluation of the performance of a cdma2000 radio access network uses a generic network simulator as the core simulation engine. The simulation platform includes a mobile device simulation module configured to simulate communications between mobile devices and radio access networks, and a network application simulation module configured to simulate network application functionality. In one embodiment, the network simulation engine, mobile device simulation module and the network application simulation module are linked to emulate end-to-end network communications.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2006Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Nextel Communications Inc.Inventors: John Y. Kim, Dale Thompson Peters, Jr., Thuy Thomas Tran
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Publication number: 20140124979Abstract: Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2014Publication date: May 8, 2014Applicant: Andersen CorporationInventors: Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Paul Machacek, James T. Weglewski, Bryan Kendall, Troy Rubenzer
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Publication number: 20140086673Abstract: A mold for producing a variety of fenestration members having different predetermined lengths is disclosed. Generally, the mold has a first lineal mold part that has an extended length and a second lineal mold part also having an extended length. The mold may also have mold end parts that are adapted to form end features of the fenestration member. In use, the first lineal mold part and the second lineal mold part fit together to define a profile. The first and second mold end parts can be positioned in a range of positions to define the lengths of a variety of different molded fenestration members.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2013Publication date: March 27, 2014Applicant: Andersen CorporationInventors: Troy Rubenzer, Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Kathleen Barton, David J. Weiss, Matt Sedivy
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Patent number: 8652382Abstract: Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2008Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Andersen CorporationInventors: Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Paul Machacek, James T. Weglewski, Bryan Kendall, Troy Rubenzer
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Patent number: 8597017Abstract: A mold for producing a variety of fenestration members having different predetermined lengths is disclosed. Generally, the mold has a first lineal mold part that has an extended length and a second lineal mold part also having an extended length. The mold may also have mold end parts that are adapted to form end features of the fenestration member. In use, the first lineal mold part and the second lineal mold part fit together to define a profile. The first and second mold end parts can be positioned in a range of positions to define the lengths of a variety of different molded fenestration members.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2010Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: Anderson CorporationInventors: Troy Rubenzer, Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Kathleen Barton, David J. Weiss, Matt Sedivy
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Patent number: 8436706Abstract: A pumped loop cooling system is provided to cool a hollow winding of a transformer utilizing a two phase vaporizable dielectric refrigerant. A liquid refrigerant pump circulates the refrigerant into a transformer and through a copper tube winding of the transformer where the refrigerant at least partially vaporizes in removing heat from the transformer. The refrigerant is then circulated to a condenser and then back to the pump.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2010Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Parker-Hannifin CorporationInventors: Abhijit Ashok Sathe, David Scott Gill, Robert Dale Thompson
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Publication number: 20120044032Abstract: A pumped loop cooling system is provided to cool a hollow winding of a transformer utilizing a two phase vaporizable dielectric refrigerant. A liquid refrigerant pump circulates the refrigerant into a transformer and through a copper tube winding of the transformer where the refrigerant at least partially vaporizes in removing heat from the transformer. The refrigerant is then circulated to a condenser and then back to the pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2010Publication date: February 23, 2012Inventors: Abhijit Ashok Sathe, David Scott Gill, Robert Dale Thompson
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Publication number: 20110171434Abstract: A mold for producing a variety of fenestration members having different predetermined lengths is disclosed. Generally, the mold has a first lineal mold part that has an extended length and a second lineal mold part also having an extended length. The mold may also have mold end parts that are adapted to form end features of the fenestration member. In use, the first lineal mold part and the second lineal mold part fit together to define a profile. The first and second mold end parts can be positioned in a range of positions to define the lengths of a variety of different molded fenestration members.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2010Publication date: July 14, 2011Inventors: Troy Rubenzer, Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Kathleen Barton, David J. Weiss, Matt Sedivy
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Publication number: 20110073298Abstract: A containment and protection system for wells in the oil and gas industry may solve the problem of crude oil, salt water and chemicals from absorbing into the ground and contaminating the ground, water and animals. The system may provide safety for landowners, workers and livestock. The system may attach around a wellhead and flowline. The system may be dug into the ground so that it is below the surface casing and then sealed and secured thereto. A lid of the system may close overtop of the well to make it secure and leak proof. The lid may also be insulated to hold in warmth, thereby reducing the need to insulate the wellhead. The system may provide safeguards that may shut down the pump driver or close valves to stop flow from the well and flowline under certain conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2010Publication date: March 31, 2011Inventor: TIMOTHY DALE THOMPSON
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Publication number: 20100000178Abstract: Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 1, 2008Publication date: January 7, 2010Inventors: Jim Eggert, Dale Thompson, Paul Machacek, James T. Weglewski, Bryan Kendall, Troy Rubenzer
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Patent number: 7444948Abstract: A planter for the mechanized planting of sea oats in beach or other difficult planting areas. The planter includes a calibrator that automates the release of sea oat plants through various release tubes as the planter moves over a chosen planting area. The calibrator controls the release of each plant at re-selected distances. Growth agent is introduced through ancillary mechanisms either through the release tubes or just behind each tube. A plow in front of each release tube creates a furrow into which each plant is deposited, and a series of grates are strategically positioned to control the reflow of planting soil back into each furrow after release and to then smooth any remaining soil adjacent the filled in furrow. The planter is towed behind a tractor through nominal hitches, and a chair and planting support rack is provided for an operator positioned in the center of the planter.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2007Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignee: Shoreline Restoration Services, LLCInventor: Dale Thompson
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Patent number: 6321744Abstract: An improved, induced-draft, gas-fired furnace which is adapted to operate at any of a high, medium and low firing rate. A pressure sensing assembly generates differential pressure signals that vary in accordance with the pressure across a heat exchanger assembly. A gas flow control assembly is responsive to the differential pressure signals, and to signals received from the furnace control circuit, to supply gas to the furnace at any of its three different firing rates, the lowest of those said firing rates corresponding to a gas-air mixture which cannot be ignited. The furnace control circuit applies to the circulating air blower, and to the inducer blower, speed controls signals that are so related to one another that the fuel utilization efficiency of the furnace is at least as great during steady state operation at its low firing rate as during steady state operation at its medium firing rate.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2000Date of Patent: November 27, 2001Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Daniel Joseph Dempsey, Kevin Dale Thompson
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Patent number: 6283115Abstract: An improved, induced-draft, gas-fired furnace which is adapted to operate at any of a high, medium and low firing rate. A pressure sensing assembly generates differential pressure signals that vary in accordance with the pressure across a heat exchanger assembly. A gas flow control assembly is responsive to the differential pressure signals, and to signals received from the furnace control circuit, to supply gas to the furnace at any of its three different firing rates, the lowest of those firing rates corresponding to a gas-air mixture which cannot be ignited. The furnace control circuit applies to the circulating air blower, and to the inducer blower, speed control signals that are so related to one another that the lowest primary wall temperature in the heat exchanger is maintained above the condensation temperature of water during steady state operation of the furnace at its low firing rate.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2000Date of Patent: September 4, 2001Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Daniel Joseph Dempsey, Kevin Dale Thompson
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Patent number: 6161535Abstract: A method and apparatus for increasing the circulating airflow of induced-draft, gas-fired multi-stage furnaces without creating conditions that result in cold spot corrosion therein. Control circuitry is provided to selectably increase the circulating airflow of the furnace during low stage operation. The control circuitry is arranged so that increases in the magnitude of the circulating airflow of the furnace are accompanied by predetermined increases in the magnitude of the combustion airflow of the furnace. The magnitudes of the circulating and combustion airflows are so related to one another that the temperature at the output of the heat exchanger is maintained at a value which is approximately constant, and which is high enough to assure that water cannot condense thereon. The control circuitry may include a relay or relay-like device that is connected to prevent the high stage solenoid of the gas valve from becoming actuated during low stage operation.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 1999Date of Patent: December 19, 2000Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Daniel Joseph Dempsey, Kevin Dale Thompson
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Patent number: D923797Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2018Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: Galil Medical Inc.Inventors: Nicole Lee Parks, Dennis Babcock, Jorge Alberto Treviño Blanco, Luan Chan, Christine Kongsvik, Eric Krause, Ted Perron, Tyler Dale Thompson, Charles Wood
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Patent number: D942019Type: GrantFiled: June 25, 2021Date of Patent: January 25, 2022Assignee: GALIL MEDICAL INC.Inventors: Nicole Lee Parks, Dennis Babcock, Jorge Alberto Treviño Blanco, Luan Chan, Christine Kongsvik, Eric Krause, Ted Perron, Tyler Dale Thompson, Charles Wood