Patents by Inventor Debra N. Welchel
Debra N. Welchel 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: 8398234Abstract: Devices including a coating layer formed of a transparent, conductive coating composition described. The coating layer may function as an active antifog coating for the prevention of water vapor condensation as droplets on a surface. The coating includes a conductive polymer and functionalized carbon nanostructures and may be crosslinked with a transition metal crosslinking agent. The composition may be coated on a surface used in a visualization application such as a face shield, glasses, safety glasses, goggles, oculars, etc., to prevent fogging on the surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2011Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, inc.Inventors: Pingshan Wang, Brij P. Singh, Aladin B. Ferian, III, Timothy H. Morgan, Debra N. Welchel, Matrice B. Jackson
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Publication number: 20120281179Abstract: Devices including a coating layer formed of a transparent, conductive coating composition described. The coating layer may function as an active antifog coating for the prevention of water vapor condensation as droplets on a surface. The coating includes a conductive polymer and functionalized carbon nanostructures and may be crosslinked with a transition metal crosslinking agent. The composition may be coated on a surface used in a visualization application such as a face shield, glasses, safety glasses, goggles, oculars, etc., to prevent fogging on the surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2011Publication date: November 8, 2012Applicant: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE, INC.Inventors: Pingshan Wang, Brij P. Singh, Aladin B. Ferian, III, Timothy H. Morgan, Debra N. Welchel, Matrice B. Jackson
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Patent number: 7814582Abstract: A system for detecting an actual or impending overflow condition from a washroom fixture includes an overflow sensor configured with the fixture at a location to detect an abnormal rise in water level within the fixture before water overflows the fixture. A water sensor may also be disposed to detect an abnormal amount of water on the washroom floor. A data communications unit is in communication with the sensors. A washroom monitoring station is provided in wireless communication with the data communications unit and in communication with the sensors through the data communications unit. The washroom monitoring station is configured for indicating the presence of water when detected by the overflow or water sensors.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2005Date of Patent: October 19, 2010Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Kiran K. Reddy, Joseph Mitchell, Cheryl L. York, Amanda Butler, Debra N. Welchel, Rameshbabu Boga, James J. Detamore, Ronald R. Padak, Jason Lye
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Publication number: 20100224199Abstract: A respirator adapted to facilitate ease of donning and comfort during use comprising one or more of an adjustable or elastic strap that facilitates ease of donning and comfort during wear; and/or fasteners that are easy to use and that facilitate ease of donning and comfort during wear; and/or respirator shapes that facilitate the wearing of eyeglasses with said respirator; and/or bellows-type, pneumatic, or other such components, associated with said respirator, that are adapted to promote adjustability of the fit of the respirator.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2006Publication date: September 9, 2010Inventors: Megan C.H. Smith, Kiran K. Reddy, Herb F. Velazquez, Debra N. Welchel, Theresa M. McCoy, Joseph Mitchell, Matrice B. Jackson, Damon R. Larkin, Lizzette L. Sheffield, Ruthlyn Reyes, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Suzuko Hisata
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Patent number: 7771043Abstract: Eyewear having an enhanced air flow and/or absorption features which may be used for safety, sports, and the like. The eyewear may desirably provides features in design and/or function of the structure to enhance air flow and reduce moisture. Additional elements such as removable pads and/or cartridges may be used with the eyewear to enhanced airflow and reduce moisture adjacent a user's eyes and face as well.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2008Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Matrice B. Jackson, Andrew J. Beltz, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Mark D. Londborg, Suzuko Hisata
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Publication number: 20100110365Abstract: Eyewear having an enhanced fit which may be used for safety, sports, and the like. The eyewear may provide features which permit enhanced airflow and an enhanced fit to a user's face. Such features may include greater adjustability to provide greater comfort. Eyewear including an RFID tag which is activated to send or receive transmissions when the eyewear is unfolded and/or positioned in a position to be worn by a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2009Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Ming Xie, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Herb Flores Velazquez, Matrice Brown Jackson, Lourdes Lizzette Sheffield, Joseph Mitchell, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Mark D. Londborg, Suzuko Hisata
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Patent number: 7651217Abstract: Eyewear having an enhanced fit which may be used for safety, sports, and the like. The eyewear may provide features which permit enhanced airflow and an enhanced fit to a user's face. Such features may include greater adjustability to provide greater comfort. Eyewear including an RFID tag which is activated to send or receive transmissions when the eyewear is unfolded and/or positioned in a position to be worn by a user.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2008Date of Patent: January 26, 2010Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Ming Xie, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Herb Flores Velazquez, Matrice Brown Jackson, Lourdes Lizzette Sheffield, Joseph Mitchell, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Mark D. Londborg, Suzuko Hisata
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Patent number: 7648234Abstract: Eyewear having heating elements therewith which may be used for safety, sports, and the like. The eyewear may provide features which reduce or eliminate fogging and condensation on the eyewear when a heating element in the lens is activated. The eyewear also includes adjustable features to provide greater comfort.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2006Date of Patent: January 19, 2010Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Herb Flores Velazquez, Matrice B. Jackson, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo
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Publication number: 20090173353Abstract: Self-fitting device for location in ear canal and related method, including a bladder joined with a pump assembly via a valve assembly. The pump assembly transfers air to the bladder and achieves a predetermined pressure with the chamber regardless of ear canal size. The predetermined pressure may be achieved by reducing excess air pressure through the valve assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2007Publication date: July 9, 2009Inventors: Ricky Wayne Purcell, Debra N. Welchel, Robert A. Drew, Shawn E. Jenkins, Jeffrey Jennings Krueger
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Publication number: 20090151733Abstract: A disposable respirator made from a filter body having at least one stretch-panel incorporated therein. The stretch-panel allows the respirator to better conform to the wearer's face during movement due to talking, coughing, or general head or neck movement. There may be one or more stretch-panels located underneath the chin or over the cheeks of the wearer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2007Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Eric C. Steindorf
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Publication number: 20090077722Abstract: Eyewear having an enhanced air flow and/or absorption features which may be used for safety, sports, and the like. The eyewear may desirably provides features in design and/or function of the structure to enhance air flow and reduce moisture. Additional elements such as removable pads and/or cartridges may be used with the eyewear to enhanced airflow and reduce moisture adjacent a user's eyes and face as well.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2008Publication date: March 26, 2009Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Matrice B. Jackson, Andrew J. Beltz, Russell Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Mark D. Longhorg, Suzuko Hisata
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Publication number: 20090055988Abstract: Eyewear having an enhanced fit which may be used for safety, sports, and the like. The eyewear may provide features which permit enhanced airflow and an enhanced fit to a user's face. Such features may include greater adjustability to provide greater comfort. Eyewear including an RFID tag which is activated to send or receive transmissions when the eyewear is unfolded and/or positioned in a position to be worn by a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2008Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Ming Xie, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Herb Flores Velazquez, Matrice Brown Jackson, Lourdes Lizzette Sheffield, Joseph Mitchell, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Mark D. Londborg, Suzuko Hisata
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Publication number: 20090044812Abstract: A disposable respirator comprising a strap fastening system that facilitates ease of donning and comfort during wear is disclosed. More specifically, the respirator includes a pull-strap fastening component and a strap configuration that provides a tight seal over the mouth and nose of the user, yet be easily donned and comfortable to wear.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2008Publication date: February 19, 2009Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Eric C. Steindorf, Shawn R. Feaster
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Publication number: 20090044811Abstract: A disposable respirator comprising a strap fastening system that facilitates ease of donning and comfort during wear is disclosed. More specifically, the respirator comprises a fastening system including a pull-strap fastening component and a fastening component that are configured to provide a tight seal over the mouth and nose of the user, yet be easily donned and comfortable to wear. Additionally, the respirator includes fastening components that comprise exhalation vents that direct exhaled air, at least in part, away from a user's eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2007Publication date: February 19, 2009Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Teri Kish, Eric C. Steindorf, Steven C. Gehling, Andrew J. Beltz, Theresa Michelle McCoy
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Publication number: 20090044809Abstract: Disposable respirators comprising an adjustable or elastic strap and fastening components that facilitate ease of donning and comfort during wear are disclosed. More specifically, the respirator comprises a strap that is configured to have a retraction force sufficient to allow the respirator to adequately cover the mouth and nose of the user, yet be comfortable during wear. Additionally, the fastening components may comprise exhalation vents that direct exhaled air, at least in part, away from a user's eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2007Publication date: February 19, 2009Applicant: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Steven C. Gehling, Teri Kish, Eric C. Steindorf
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Patent number: 7488068Abstract: Eyewear having adapters and/or mask attachment features which permit the eyewear to attach to a mask, or a mask to attach to the eyewear. An adapter may be used which may provide a portion of the eyewear and/or mask. Alternatively, an adapter may be provided separately. Finally, a flap adapter may be used to extend facial protection for eyewear.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2006Date of Patent: February 10, 2009Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Ming Xie, Megan Christine Hansen Smith, Herb Flores Velazquez, Matrice Brown Jackson, Andrew Joseph Beltz, Ralph Andrew Solarski, Russell J. Kroll, Philip D. Palermo, Suzuko Hisata
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Patent number: 7485609Abstract: A personal cleansing article having a capsule and a liquid cleansing composition contained within the capsule is disclosed. The capsule is made to contain a trigger such that upon the occurrence of a specific event, the liquid cleansing composition is released from the capsule. A method for personal cleansing using such an article is also disclosed. Additionally, a method for manufacturing a foaming liquid cleansing composition is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2005Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Kiran K. Reddy, Ning Yang, John Richard Skerrett, Guy William Provenzano, Debra N. Welchel
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Patent number: 7374065Abstract: A dispenser is provided for dispensing stacked folded sheets. The dispenser includes a housing configured to hold the stack of sheets within an internal storage space. A cover member is pivotally attached to the housing and is movable between an open position wherein access is provided to the storage space, and a closed position wherein the cover defines a front panel of the dispenser. A dispensing opening is provided through which the folded sheets are dispensed when the cover is in its closed position. An overfill prevention device is configured within the housing. This device includes a stop member that is movably configured with a back wall of the housing and is movable between a restricting position when the cover is in its open position, and a relief position when the cover is closed. A latch mechanism is disposed in the housing in a position so as latch the stop member in its restricting position when the cover is in the open position.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2002Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Antwain D. Taylor, Stephen L. Phelps, Debra N. Welchel, Victoria L. Bischoff, Robert C. Ziegenfuss
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Patent number: 7373765Abstract: A shipping carton adapted to hold sheet products in packages is provided. The shipping carton includes a carton having an internal compartment configured to hold packages of sheet products. The carton has a first pull tab and a second pull tab. A tear strip is connected to the first pull tab and it extends about an inner surface of an inner perimeter of the carton to connect to the second pull tab. The tear strip is configured such that when a user pulls as least one of the first and second pull tabs, the carton is separated into two separate containers. A shipping assembly and a method of using a shipping carton are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2004Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Joseph Mitchell, Richard I. Wolkowicz, Ning Yang
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Publication number: 20080110465Abstract: A respirator adapted to facilitate ease of donning and comfort during use comprising one or more of an adjustable or elastic strap that facilitates ease of donning and comfort during wear; and/or exhalation vents that direct exhaled air, at least in part, away from a users eye's; and/or fasteners that are easy to use and that facilitate ease of donning and comfort during wear; and/or respirator shapes that facilitate the wearing of eyeglasses with said respirator; and/or bellows-type, pneumatic, or other such components, associated with said respirator, that are adapted to promote adjustability of the fit of the respirator.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2007Publication date: May 15, 2008Inventors: Debra N. Welchel, Megan C.H. Smith, Kiran K. Reddy, Herb F. Velazquez, Eric C. Steindorf, Timothy J. Peters, Russell J. Kroll, Phillip D. Palermo, Suzuko Hisata