Patents by Inventor David Cates
David Cates 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: 20230194053Abstract: A fluid drain system for pressurized fuel systems includes a fluid drain tool that includes: an enclosure including a collection cavity; a fitting configured for removable coupling to a fluid filter drain valve to fluidly couple the fluid drain tool to the fluid filter drain valve; a tube that fluidly couples the fitting to the enclosure, such that fluid collected from the fluid filter drain valve can be transferred through the tube to the collection cavity of the enclosure; and a selectively openable valve having a first end in fluid communication with the collection cavity of the enclosure, and a second end in fluid communication with an atmosphere.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2022Publication date: June 22, 2023Inventors: Marlo S. Armstrong, Chris Forsberg, Adam Robertson, David Cate, Andrew Taylor Gordon, Momchil Yordanov, Caitlin Cavalier
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Patent number: 10983119Abstract: A rapid diagnostic testing device for testing of a biological sample is provided. The device comprises a channeled construct, at least one lateral flow unit, and a cassette housing. The channeled construct is configured to receive a biological sample to form at least partially purified biological sample. The lateral flow unit is at least partially disposed in the cassette housing. The lateral flow unit comprises: a sample receiving zone, a conjugate zone and a detection zone. The sample receiving zone is operatively coupled to the channeled construct for receiving the partially purified biological sample comprising at least one analyte. The conjugate zone comprising a conjugate particle to bind the analyte is disposed adjacent to the first side of the sample receiving zone. The detection zone is disposed adjacent to the second side of the sample receiving zone and comprises at least one binding agent for detecting the analyte.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2017Date of Patent: April 20, 2021Assignees: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, TOKITAE LLCInventors: Bing Li, Matthew Jeremiah Misner, David Roger Moore, Kevin Paul Flood Nichols, David Cate, Matthew F Rosen
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Patent number: 10718469Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2019Date of Patent: July 21, 2020Assignee: Agility Fuel Systems LLCInventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Publication number: 20190301682Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2019Publication date: October 3, 2019Inventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Patent number: 10369884Abstract: An assembly bracket system is provided. The system includes a first bracket portion and a second bracket portion. The first bracket portion is configured to be attached to a vehicle tailgate. The second bracket portion is configured to be attached to a vehicle fuel system. The first bracket portion and the second bracket portion are configured to be engaged to each other in a manner that limits at least one degree of freedom of the vehicle fuel system relative to the vehicle tailgate while allowing pivoting of the second bracket portion relative to the first bracket portion.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2017Date of Patent: August 6, 2019Assignee: Agility Fuel Systems LLCInventors: Todd F. Sloan, Chris Forsberg, David Cate
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Patent number: 10274134Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2016Date of Patent: April 30, 2019Assignee: Agility Fuel Systems LLCInventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Patent number: 10195937Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 2016Date of Patent: February 5, 2019Assignee: Agility Fuel Systems LLCInventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Publication number: 20180111477Abstract: An assembly bracket system is provided. The system includes a first bracket portion and a second bracket portion. The first bracket portion is configured to be attached to a vehicle tailgate. The second bracket portion is configured to be attached to a vehicle fuel system. The first bracket portion and the second bracket portion are configured to be engaged to each other in a manner that limits at least one degree of freedom of the vehicle fuel system relative to the vehicle tailgate while allowing pivoting of the second bracket portion relative to the first bracket portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2017Publication date: April 26, 2018Inventors: Todd F. Sloan, Chris Forsberg, David Cate
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Publication number: 20170212108Abstract: A rapid diagnostic testing device for testing of a biological sample is provided. The device comprises a channeled construct, at least one lateral flow unit, and a cassette housing. The channeled construct is configured to receive a biological sample to form at least partially purified biological sample. The lateral flow unit is at least partially disposed in the cassette housing. The lateral flow unit comprises: a sample receiving zone, a conjugate zone and a detection zone. The sample receiving zone is operatively coupled to the channeled construct for receiving the partially purified biological sample comprising at least one analyte. The conjugate zone comprising a conjugate particle to bind the analyte is disposed adjacent to the first side of the sample receiving zone. The detection zone is disposed adjacent to the second side of the sample receiving zone and comprises at least one binding agent for detecting the analyte.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2017Publication date: July 27, 2017Inventors: Bing Li, Matthew Jeremiah Misner, David Roger Moore, Kevin Paul Flood Nichols, David Cate, Matthew F. Rosen
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Publication number: 20170129330Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2016Publication date: May 11, 2017Inventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Publication number: 20160363266Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2016Publication date: December 15, 2016Inventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Patent number: 9388942Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2014Date of Patent: July 12, 2016Assignee: AGILITY FUEL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Patent number: 9278704Abstract: A wheeled system for coolers including a wheel support and a handle support securable to a cooler using handle grips and tie-down anchor points defined on the cooler body. The wheeled system can include a telescoping handle, brake, lock, and connector tightener.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2014Date of Patent: March 8, 2016Inventor: John David Cates
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Publication number: 20150115555Abstract: A wheeled system for coolers including a wheel support and a handle support securable to a cooler using handle grips and tie-down anchor points defined on the cooler body. The wheeled system can include a telescoping handle, brake, lock, and connector tightener.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2014Publication date: April 30, 2015Inventor: John David Cates
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Publication number: 20140217107Abstract: Methods and systems for modular fuel storage and transportation are provided. In an embodiment, a fuel storage system includes one or more fuel containers each supported by a fuel container support assembly. The fuel storage system may be mounted to a transportation device such as a vehicle or used in a stand-alone fashion. Each support assembly may include a plurality of detachable end support members such as end support members configured to support the end portions of the fuel container and side support members configured to support the body portion of the fuel container. Some of the end support members may include neck grooves such that when the end support members are coupled, the neck grooves form an enclosure around the neck portion of the fuel container. In an embodiment, the support assembly is configured to facilitate release of excess pressure in the fuel container.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2014Publication date: August 7, 2014Applicant: AGILITY FUEL SYSTEMS, INC.Inventors: Todd Sloan, Chris Forsberg, Jason Laycock, David Cate, Yoshio Coy, Amir Mahani
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Patent number: 7028073Abstract: A mechanism for authorizing a data communication session between a client and a first server is disclosed. When a request is received to establish a session with a particular entity that is associated with the client, it is determined whether authorization of the session can be performed locally at a second server. If it is determined that authorization of the session can be performed locally at the second server then, the first server is informed that the session may be established between the client and the first server for the particular entity. A third server that is associated with the particular entity is identified and once the first server is informed that the session may be established, the third server is informed that the session has been authorized to be established for the particular entity. However, if authorization of the session cannot be performed locally at the second server then, the third server is requested to authorize the session between the client and the first server.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2002Date of Patent: April 11, 2006Assignee: Cisco Technology, Inc.Inventors: Sonny Bui, David Cates, Pauline Chen, Terry Kerstetter, John Knight, Kavita Shekhar Patil, Thomas Anthony Roden
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Publication number: 20050109994Abstract: A flame resistant coating composition comprising a film-forming polymeric component, a curing agent capable of curing said coating composition, and a flame resistant material component, as well as a method of use thereof, which are useful as a vehicle bed liner sprayable coating are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2004Publication date: May 26, 2005Inventors: Robert Matheson, David Fischer, David Cate, Basil Gregorovich
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Patent number: 6699427Abstract: A mixture of carbon-containing fibers, such as mesophase or isotropic pitch fibers, and a suitable matrix material, such as a milled pitch, is compressed while resistively heating the mixture to form a carbonized composite material having a density of about 1.5 g/cm3, or higher. The composite material is formed in under ten minutes. This is a significantly shorter time than for conventional processes, which typically take several days and achieve a lower density material. Consequently, carbon/carbon composite materials having final densities of about 1.6-1.8 g/cm3, or higher are readily achieved with one or two infiltration cycles using a pitch or other carbonaceous material to fill voids in the composite and rebaking.Type: GrantFiled: July 26, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: UCAR Carbon Company Inc.Inventors: Dai Huang, Irwin C. Lewis, William David Cate, Richard T. Lewis
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Publication number: 20040017019Abstract: A mixture of carbon-containing fibers, such as mesophase or isotropic pitch fibers, and a suitable matrix material, such as a milled pitch, is compressed while resistively heating the mixture to form a carbonized composite material having a density of about 1.5 g/cm3, or higher. The composite material is formed in under ten minutes. This is a significantly shorter time than for conventional processes, which typically take several days and achieve a lower density material. Consequently, carbon/carbon composite materials having final densities of about 1.6-1.8 g/cm3, or higher are readily achieved with one or two infiltration cycles using a pitch or other carbonaceous material to fill voids in the composite and rebaking.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2002Publication date: January 29, 2004Applicant: UCAR Carbon Company Inc.Inventors: Dai Huang, Irwin C. Lewis, William David Cate, Richard T. Lewis
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Publication number: 20020198926Abstract: A method for program management is presented. A governance structure is determined for a program. The governance structure provides leadership for the program and includes at least one member. At least one member of the governance structure applies at least one program management discipline to the program. At least one member of the governance structure applies knowledge management to the program. At least one member of the governance structure applies at least one project management methodology to at least one project associated with the program.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2001Publication date: December 26, 2002Inventors: Gene L. Panter, Kimberly K. Fizell, Thomas J. Moore, Theresa M. Tschirky, David A. Cates