Patents by Inventor Douglas S. Hirsh

Douglas S. Hirsh 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).

  • Publication number: 20240060474
    Abstract: A hydraulic continuous variable transmission is provided to connect a wind turbine and a generator. The hydraulic continuous variable transmission has a primary paddle wheel and a number of secondary paddle wheels for macro speed control. Also provided are pneumatic paddle wheels for micro speed control. A controller is included that measures AC electrical characterized output to load or line for speed control.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2023
    Publication date: February 22, 2024
    Inventors: Douglas S. Hirsh, Radovan Hrinda
  • Patent number: 11837863
    Abstract: A method and apparatus provide an improved way to monitor a circuit for deterioration and obtain an advance warning of the deterioration so that action can be taken before the circuit breaker may trip for the circuit. The method establishes a baseline for the circuit, including monitoring the zero crossing point for the voltage and current for the circuit. In operation, the circuit is monitored using the zero crossing point and this information is compared to the baseline to determine if a change has occurred. The baseline information establishes thresholds that signify that the circuit is deteriorating so that the appropriate signal can be provided so that an appropriate action can be taken, interrupt the circuit, take remedial action, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2023
    Assignee: SMARTKABLE LLC
    Inventors: Douglas S. Hirsh, Radovan Hrinda
  • Patent number: 11795916
    Abstract: A hydraulic continuous variable transmission is provided to connect a wind turbine and a generator. The hydraulic continuous variable transmission has a primary paddle wheel and a number of secondary paddle wheels for macro speed control. Also provided are pneumatic paddle wheels for micro speed control. A controller is included that measures AC electrical characterized output to load or line for speed control.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2023
    Assignee: PROSTO WIND POWER
    Inventors: Douglas S. Hirsh, Radovan Hrinda
  • Publication number: 20220403285
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use employs a multiple displacement evacuation tank and a cavitation apparatus. Heated fluid from the cavitation apparatus is used to treat a plant material to obtain a purified oil product therefrom. The cavitation apparatus output is used to both heat the multiple displacement evacuation tank contents and supply a feed to the multiple displacement evacuation tank for oil product manufacture. The fluid is preferably a lipid emulsion and the plant material is preferably a hemp material that allows for recovering of the cannabinoids therefrom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2020
    Publication date: December 22, 2022
    Inventors: Douglas S. HIRSH, Radovan HRINDA
  • Publication number: 20220102958
    Abstract: A method and apparatus provide an improved way to monitor a circuit for deterioration and obtain an advance warning of the deterioration so that action can be taken before the circuit breaker may trip for the circuit. The method establishes a baseline for the circuit, including monitoring the zero crossing point for the voltage and current for the circuit. In operation, the circuit is monitored using the zero crossing point and this information is compared to the baseline to determine if a change has occurred. The baseline information establishes thresholds that signify that the circuit is deteriorating so that the appropriate signal can be provided so that an appropriate action can be taken, interrupt the circuit, take remedial action, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2020
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Inventors: Douglas S. HIRSH, Radovan HRINDA
  • Publication number: 20220099066
    Abstract: A hydraulic continuous variable transmission is provided to connect a wind turbine and a generator. The hydraulic continuous variable transmission has a primary paddle wheel and a number of secondary paddle wheels for macro speed control. Also provided are pneumatic paddle wheels for micro speed control. A controller is included that measures AC electrical characterized output to load or line for speed control.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2020
    Publication date: March 31, 2022
    Inventors: Douglas S. HIRSH, Radovan HRINDA
  • Patent number: 10848139
    Abstract: A method of monitoring the condition of a circuit comprises establishing a known baseline signal for a type of circuit (each is somewhat different) and defining these characteristics in terms of the lead and trailing edge angular components (@ zero crossing point), the voltage (amplitude), and the period (time length) of the waveform. Ideally, the angular component of the square wave should be vertical, or at 90 degrees to x-axis. The baseline non-regular square wave that is composed of current, voltage, any harmonic thereof, or the combination of these signals which best indicate predictive measurement attributed to the type of circuit being monitored. Future wave forms indicate the rate of decay based upon the aggregated angular, amplitude, and period components of the zero-crossing points when compared to the baseline signal and/or prior waveform of the observed specific splice. The rate of decay can help determine the life expectancy of the circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Assignee: SMARTKABLE, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas S. Hirsh, Michael Muehlemann, Radovan Hrinda
  • Publication number: 20200059225
    Abstract: A method of monitoring the condition of a circuit comprises establishing a known baseline signal for a type of circuit (each is somewhat different) and defining these characteristics in terms of the lead and trailing edge angular components (@ zero crossing point), the voltage (amplitude), and the period (time length) of the waveform. Ideally, the angular component of the square wave should be vertical, or at 90 degrees to x-axis. The baseline non-regular square wave that is composed of current, voltage, any harmonic thereof, or the combination of these signals which best indicate predictive measurement attributed to the type of circuit being monitored. Future wave forms indicate the rate of decay based upon the aggregated angular, amplitude, and period components of the zero-crossing points when compared to the baseline signal and/or prior waveform of the observed specific splice. The rate of decay can help determine the life expectancy of the circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2017
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Inventors: Douglas S. HIRSH, Michael MUEHLEMANN, Radovan HRINDA
  • Patent number: 10240774
    Abstract: A fluid cavitation apparatus includes a housing, an external rotor with cavitation bores in an outer surface thereof, and a motor for rotating the external rotor. An inner surface of the housing is spaced from the outer surface of the external rotor to create a fluid cavitation zone. The inner surface of the housing is configured with a spiral shape and tunnel zone to enhance the thermal transfer characterisitics of the fluid for heating, cooling, and purification. A control system to facilitate proper motor speed, and fluid behavior to enhance the cavitation process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2019
    Assignee: US INTERCORP LLC
    Inventors: Radovan Hrinda, Douglas S. Hirsh
  • Patent number: 9964583
    Abstract: A monitoring apparatus, and method of use, that is capable of determining the joint characteristics by means of waveforms shifts at zero-crossing angular distortions through predictive failure algorithm specific to circuit under test.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2018
    Assignee: SmartKable LLC
    Inventors: Douglas S. Hirsh, Michael M. Muehlemann
  • Publication number: 20170248304
    Abstract: A fluid cavitation apparatus includes a housing, an external rotor with cavitation bores in an outer surface thereof, and a motor for rotating the external rotor. An inner surface of the housing is spaced from the outer surface of the external rotor to create a fluid cavitation zone. The inner surface of the housing is configured with a spiral shape and tunnel zone to enhance the thermal transfer characterisitics of the fluid for heating, cooling, and purification. A control system to facilitate proper motor speed, and fluid behavior to enhance the cavition process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2017
    Publication date: August 31, 2017
    Inventors: Radovan HRINDA, Douglas S. HIRSH
  • Publication number: 20170130954
    Abstract: A fluid cavitation apparatus includes a housing, an external rotor with cavitation bores in an outer surface thereof, and a motor for rotating the external rotor. An inner surface of the housing is spaced from the outer surface of the external rotor to create a fluid cavitation zone. The inner surface of the housing is configured with a spiral shape and tunnel zone to enhance the thermal transfer characterisitics of the fluid for heating, cooling, and purification. A control system to facilitate proper motor speed, and fluid behavior to enhance the cavitation process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2017
    Publication date: May 11, 2017
    Inventors: Stefan NEMETH, Radovan HRINDA, Douglas S. HIRSH
  • Publication number: 20170038421
    Abstract: A monitoring apparatus, and method of use, that is capable of determining the joint characteristics by means of waveforms shifts at zero-crossing angular distortions through predictive failure algorithm specific to circuit under test.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2016
    Publication date: February 9, 2017
    Inventors: Douglas S. HIRSH, Michael M. MUEHLEMANN
  • Publication number: 20150260432
    Abstract: A fluid heating apparatus using cavitation includes a housing, an external rotor with cavitation bores in an outer surface thereof, and a motor for rotating the external rotor. An inner surface of the housing is spaced from the outer surface of the external rotor to create a fluid heating zone. The inner surface of the housing is configured with a spiral shape and wave form to enhance the heating of the fluid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Publication date: September 17, 2015
    Applicant: US Intercorp LLC
    Inventors: Stefan NEMETH, Radovan HRINDA, Douglas S. HIRSH
  • Publication number: 20140239972
    Abstract: A splice monitoring apparatus and method of use is capable of determining splice characteristics by means of dynamic reactance through waveform shifts and harmonic distortions in comparison to a base frequency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Applicant: SmartKable, LLC
    Inventors: Douglas S. HIRSH, Michael M. MUEHLEMANN
  • Publication number: 20130256250
    Abstract: The device is designed to secure any camera or video device to a fixed object and allow for tilt and angle adjustments. The cage is unique such that it will allow for any size device to be held securely while maintain the attributes for camera alignment, yet provide access to the operator to access the capabilities of the device and do so while keeping the device secure from theft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Inventor: Douglas S. HIRSH
  • Patent number: 8396103
    Abstract: The transmission cable controller system and method of use relates to a microprocessor controlled data cable that is capable of transmitting high volumes of data from many sources on as little as two copper conductors. The cable has the ability to monitor itself and its transmission path for chafing, corrosion, breakdown, and damage. Once a problem has been detected, the system can output a warning signal of any type (audible, visible or a remote warning line) to notify personnel that there is a problem.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2013
    Inventor: Douglas S. Hirsh
  • Publication number: 20100074313
    Abstract: The transmission cable controller system and method of use relates to a microprocessor controlled data cable that is capable of transmitting high volumes of data from many sources on as little as two copper conductors. The cable has the ability to monitor itself and its transmission path for chafing, corrosion, breakdown, and damage. Once a problem has been detected, the system can output a warning signal of any type (audible, visible or a remote warning line) to notify personnel that there is a problem.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2009
    Publication date: March 25, 2010
    Inventor: Douglas S. Hirsh