Patents by Inventor David B. Davies
David B. Davies 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: 10612680Abstract: A stabilizer cartridge for enhancing stability of a fluid regulator is provided. The stabilizer cartridge includes a body, a first disk, and a second disk. The body has a through-bore and an external flange. The first disk has one or more windows and an aperture, and is fixed on an exterior surface of the body. The second disk is slidable along the exterior surface of the body and is biased into contact with the first disk by a biasing element that is positioned between the external flange and the second disk.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2019Date of Patent: April 7, 2020Assignee: EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT REGULATOR TECHNOLOGIES. INC.Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis, Tung K. Nguyen
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Publication number: 20190242484Abstract: A stabilizer cartridge for enhancing stability of a fluid regulator is provided. The stabilizer cartridge includes a body, a first disk, and a second disk. The body has a through-bore and an external flange. The first disk has one or more windows and an aperture, and is fixed on an exterior surface of the body. The second disk is slidable along the exterior surface of the body and is biased into contact with the first disk by a biasing element that is positioned between the external flange and the second disk.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2019Publication date: August 8, 2019Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis, Tung K. Nguyen
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Patent number: 10302209Abstract: A stabilizer cartridge for enhancing stability of a fluid regulator is provided. The stabilizer cartridge includes a body, a first disk, and a second disk. The body is adapted to be disposed around a valve stem of the fluid regulator. The first disk is coupled to the body and defines one or more flow paths for facilitating pressure relief. The second disk is movably coupled to the body and is movable relative to the first disk responsive to fluid flow through the one or more flow paths of the first disk.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2016Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Assignee: EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT REGULATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis, Tung K. Nguyen
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Publication number: 20180058596Abstract: A stabilizer cartridge for enhancing stability of a fluid regulator is provided. The stabilizer cartridge includes a body, a first disk, and a second disk. The body is adapted to be disposed around a valve stem of the fluid regulator. The first disk is coupled to the body and defines one or more flow paths for facilitating pressure relief. The second disk is movably coupled to the body and is movable relative to the first disk responsive to fluid flow through the one or more flow paths of the first disk.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2016Publication date: March 1, 2018Applicant: EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT REGULATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis, Tung K. Nguyen
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Patent number: 9762970Abstract: A method that communicates a request from a first device to a proximally located second device for a movie residing in storage associated with the second device, the request communicated over a communications network, responsive to the request, receives the movie from the second device over the communications network, presents a menu on a screen corresponding to the first device, the menu comprising playback options to enable a user to manipulate playback and rewind of the movie, and responsive to user selection of one of the playback options, presents the movie on the screen.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2008Date of Patent: September 12, 2017Assignee: TECH 5Inventors: David B. Davies, Samuel H. Russ, Irvan J. Krantzler
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Patent number: 9541925Abstract: A fluid regulating device includes a regulator valve having an inlet, an outlet, and a valve port disposed between the inlet and the outlet. An actuator is coupled to the regulator valve and includes a valve disc that displaces between a closed position and an open position. The device also includes an overpressure protection device adapted to stop flow from the inlet to the outlet when pressure in a control cavity reaches a predetermined level. The overpressure protection device includes a sensing tube having a first end in fluid communication with the control cavity and a second end in fluid communication with the outlet. The sensing tube has a first portion extending parallel to the flow axis. One or more apertures are disposed in the sensing tube adjacent to the second end, and each of the apertures has a centerline that is perpendicular to the flow axis.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2016Date of Patent: January 10, 2017Assignee: EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT REGULATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis, Justin L. Masias
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Patent number: 9353877Abstract: A safety device for a gas distribution system includes a valve body, an upper casing attached to the valve body, the upper casing housing at least one spring. Further, the at least one spring is attached to a movable diaphragm that is exposed to gas system pressure. The valve body also includes a release element mounted within the valve body. The release element releasing a relatch plug when the device is activated to move a safety disc into contact with a valve seat to stop fluid from flowing when an overpressure or an underpressure condition is sensed.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2014Date of Patent: May 31, 2016Assignee: EMERSON PROCESS MANAGEMENT REGULATOR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis
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Publication number: 20160116920Abstract: A fluid regulating device includes a regulator valve having an inlet, an outlet, and a valve port disposed between the inlet and the outlet. An actuator is coupled to the regulator valve and includes a valve disc that displaces between a closed position and an open position. The device also includes an overpressure protection device adapted to stop flow from the inlet to the outlet when pressure in a control cavity reaches a predetermined level. The overpressure protection device includes a sensing tube having a first end in fluid communication with the control cavity and a second end in fluid communication with the outlet. The sensing tube has a first portion extending parallel to the flow axis. One or more apertures are disposed in the sensing tube adjacent to the second end, and each of the apertures has a centerline that is perpendicular to the flow axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2016Publication date: April 28, 2016Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis, Justin L. Masias
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Publication number: 20160097461Abstract: A safety device for a gas distribution system includes a valve body, an upper casing attached to the valve body, the upper casing housing at least one spring. Further, the at least one spring is attached to a movable diaphragm that is exposed to gas system pressure. The valve body also includes a release element mounted within the valve body. The release element releasing a relatch plug when the device is activated to move a safety disc into contact with a valve seat to stop fluid from flowing when an overpressure or an underpressure condition is sensed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 1, 2014Publication date: April 7, 2016Inventors: James C. Hawkins, David B. Davis
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Patent number: 8966550Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed of a network including a primary device, a plurality of remote devices, and a shared peripheral device. The network allows the remote devices to operate the peripheral device, such as a DVD player, VCR, or camcoder, via the primary device and the network. The peripheral device is typically connected to the primary device and shared among all devices. The network also includes a splitter/isolation module (SIM) that routes the signals between the primary device and the plurality of remote devices.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2008Date of Patent: February 24, 2015Assignee: Cisco Technology, Inc.Inventors: David B. Davies, Samuel H. Russ, Irvan J. Krantzler
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Patent number: 8627385Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed of a network including a primary device, a plurality of remote devices, and a shared peripheral device. The network allows the remote devices to operate the peripheral device, such as a DVD player, VCR, or camcoder, via the primary device and the network. The peripheral device is typically connected to the primary device and shared among all devices. The network also includes a splitter/isolation module (SIM) that routes the signals between the primary device and the plurality of remote devices.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2007Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Inventors: David B. Davies, Samuel H. Russ, Irvan J. Krantzler
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Patent number: 7607263Abstract: An operator for use in connection with a door system including an axle having an operator framework supporting an operator motor, the operator framework defining a clearance adapted to insertably receive the axle therein, a gear assembly defining a bore in which the axle is received and including a removable gear segment adapted to selectively medially open the bore to receive the axle, wherein the motor is interconnected with the gear assembly to cause rotation thereof.Type: GrantFiled: February 1, 2008Date of Patent: October 27, 2009Assignee: Wayne-Dalton Corp.Inventors: Willis J. Mullet, Donald B. Kyle, David B. Davies
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Publication number: 20090065073Abstract: A metallic sealing disk having an elastomeric backing for use with fluid regulators is described. An example apparatus includes a substantially disk-shaped elastomeric ring and a substantially disk-shaped metallic ring coupled to the elastomeric ring to form a sealing surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2007Publication date: March 12, 2009Inventor: David B. Davis
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Publication number: 20080301738Abstract: A method that communicates a request from a first device to a proximally located second device for a movie residing in storage associated with the second device, the request communicated over a communications network, responsive to the request, receives the movie from the second device over the communications network, presents a menu on a screen corresponding to the first device, the menu comprising playback options to enable a user to manipulate playback and rewind of the movie, and responsive to user selection of one of the playback options, presents the movie on the screen.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2008Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventors: David B. Davies, Samuel H. Russ, Irvan J. Krantzler
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Publication number: 20080201758Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed of a network including a primary device, a plurality of remote devices, and a shared peripheral device. The network allows the remote devices to operate the peripheral device, such as a DVD player, VCR, or camcoder, via the primary device and the network. The peripheral device is typically connected to the primary device and shared among all devices. The network also includes a splitter/isolation module (SIM) that routes the signals between the primary device and the plurality of remote devices.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2008Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventors: David B. Davies, Samuel H. Russ, Irvan J. Krantzler
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Publication number: 20080127561Abstract: An operator for use in connection with a door system including an axle having an operator framework supporting an operator motor, the operator framework defining a clearance adapted to insertably receive the axle therein, a gear assembly defining a bore in which the axle is received and including a removable gear segment adapted to selectively medially open the bore to receive the axle, wherein the motor is interconnected with the gear assembly to cause rotation thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2008Publication date: June 5, 2008Inventors: Willis J. Mullet, Donald B. Kyle, David B. Davies
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Patent number: 7367160Abstract: An operator for use in connection with a door system including an axle having an operator framework supporting an operator motor, the operator framework defining a clearance adapted to insertably receive the axle therein, a gear assembly defining a bore in which the axle is received and including a removable gear segment adapted to selectively medially open the bore to receive the axle, wherein the motor is interconnected with the gear assembly to cause rotation thereof.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2004Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Assignee: Wayne-Dalton Corp.Inventors: Willis J. Mullet, Donald B. Kyle, David B. Davies
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Patent number: 7360235Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed of a network including a primary device, a plurality of remote devices, and a shared peripheral device. The network allows the remote devices to operate the peripheral device, such as a DVD player, VCR, or camcorder, via the primary device and the network. The peripheral device is typically connected to the primary device and shared among all devices. The network also includes a splitter/isolation module (SIM) that routes the signals between the primary device and the plurality of remote devices.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2003Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.Inventors: David B. Davies, Samuel H. Russ, Irvan J. Krantzler
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Patent number: 7315143Abstract: An operating system which utilizes a multi-functional wall station for a motorized barrier includes an operator for controlling movement of a barrier between various positions. The operator may receive signals from a wireless or wired wall station transmitter, a wireless keyless entry device and/or a portable remote transmitter device. The multi-function wall station provides for selective concealment of certain switches or buttons which are not commonly used in the day-to-day operation of a wall station. For example, the up/down switch may be actuated by a hinged cover which conceals other selected operational buttons and wherein those operational buttons are only accessed upon opening of the hinged cover. The wall station also provides a periodic lighting element so as to easily direct the user to push the hinge cover to initiate up/down movement of the barrier.Type: GrantFiled: February 4, 2005Date of Patent: January 1, 2008Assignee: Wayne-Dalton Corp.Inventors: Willis J. Mullet, James S. Murray, David B. Davies
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Patent number: 7173516Abstract: An operating system which utilizes a multi-functional wall station for a motorized barrier includes an operator for controlling movement of a barrier between various positions. The operator may receive signals from a wireless or wired wall station transmitter, a wireless keyless entry device and/or a portable remote transmitter device. The multi-function wall station provides for selective concealment of certain switches or buttons which are not commonly used in the day-to-day operation of a wall station. For example, the up/down switch may be actuated by a hinged cover which conceals other selected operational buttons and wherein those operational buttons are only accessed upon opening of the hinged cover. The wall station also provides a periodic lighting element so as to easily direct the user to push the hinge cover to initiate up/down movement of the barrier.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2004Date of Patent: February 6, 2007Assignee: Wayne-Dalton Corp.Inventors: Willis J. Mullet, David B. Davies, Mikael Bäckström, Eric Wilmot, Keith Alsberg, James S. Murray