Patents by Inventor Earl G. Gauntt

Earl G. Gauntt 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).

  • Patent number: 9885174
    Abstract: A sound abatement system and method providing for assembly of stacked acoustic suppression walls is disclosed. The system incorporates vertical support members (VSM) and/or vertical I-beams (VIB) driven into the ground that support an acoustic suppression panel (ACP) array by virtue of diagonal fastening cables (DFC). The DFC in one preferred embodiment utilizes a combination of threaded J-hooks, cable loops, and angle iron to fix the ACP to the VSM/VIB by frictional contact.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2018
    Inventors: Larry Ray Buck, Earl G. Gauntt
  • Patent number: 9187239
    Abstract: An easily assembled and transportable containment system. One or more deformable foam support beams are placed end-to-end to form a containment perimeter. A first protective strip is formed on the underside of at least a portion of the length of each support beam, said protective strips extending inwardly towards the center of the containment system and providing added protection from damage that may be caused due to foot or vehicle traffic. A second protective strip rests on top of the first protective strip and adds even additional protection against damage. A containment basin comprising a floor surrounded by side walls serves to contain discharged chemicals and other potential contaminants until such time as clean-up operations may be completed. The containment basin is removably secured to the support beams via hook and loop fasteners attached to the top sides of the support beams and the top portions of the side walls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2015
    Inventors: Larry Ray Buck, Earl G. Gauntt
  • Publication number: 20150240484
    Abstract: A sound abatement system and method providing for rapid assembly of stacked acoustic suppression walls is disclosed. The system incorporates vertical support members (VSM) and/or vertical I-beams (VIB) driven into the ground that support an acoustic suppression panel (ACP) array by virtue of diagonal fastening cables (DFC). The DFC in one preferred embodiment utilizes a combination of threaded J-hooks, cable loops, and angle iron to fix the ACP to the VSM/VIB by frictional contact. This system permits rapid installation of the ACPs once the VSM/VIBs are vertically positioned around the perimeter of a job site, and allow the installation of sound containment walls that are capable of withstanding severe wind and weather conditions as are commonly encountered in the oil and gas drilling industry.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2014
    Publication date: August 27, 2015
    Inventors: Larry Ray Buck, Earl G. Gauntt
  • Publication number: 20150114956
    Abstract: An easily assembled and transportable containment system. One or more deformable foam support beams are placed end-to-end to form a containment perimeter. A first protective strip is formed on the underside of at least a portion of the length of each support beam, said protective strips extending inwardly towards the center of the containment system and providing added protection from damage that may be caused due to foot or vehicle traffic. A second protective strip rests on top of the first protective strip and adds even additional protection against damage. A containment basin comprising a floor surrounded by side walls serves to contain discharged chemicals and other potential contaminants until such time as clean-up operations may be completed. The containment basin is removably secured to the support beams via hook and loop fasteners attached to the top sides of the support beams and the top portions of the side walls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: Larry Ray Buck, Earl G. Gauntt