Patents by Inventor Ernest A. Dale

Ernest A. Dale 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: 20160101565
    Abstract: A method of printing a three dimensional object in three dimensions using a starter substrate and rotational positioning is provided. The three dimensional printing method includes obtaining a starter substrate, coupling the starter substrate onto a rotating spindle, rotating the starter substrate about a rotational axis of the rotating spindle, and depositing material onto the starter substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2014
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Inventors: EDWARD JOHN VAN LIEW, ERNEST DALE JENKINS, JOSEPH ALAN WOLFMAN
  • Publication number: 20160101566
    Abstract: A method of forming a 3D multi-colored object is described. The exemplary method includes two steps. The first step is forming the size and shape of the object using an extrusion process. The second step is applying a color to the object using a colorization process. An apparatus for forming the 3D multi-colored object is also described. The apparatus includes an object support, a first nozzle and a second nozzle. The first nozzle is for extruding a material that forms the size and shape of the object. The second nozzle is for applying a colorant to the object for coloring the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2014
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Inventors: EDWARD JOHN VAN LIEW, ERNEST DALE JENKINS, JOSEPH ALAN WOLFMAN
  • Publication number: 20160101567
    Abstract: A method of forming a three-dimensional multi-colored object is described. According to the method, molten base filament is used for forming the shape of the object. Before the molten base filament is deposited, colorant is added to the molten base filament to form a colored molten base filament, generally in the shape of a small colored slug. Finally, the colored molten base filament is formed into the size, shape and color of the three-dimensional multi-colored colored object. A nozzle for use with the method is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2014
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Inventors: EDWARD JOHN VAN LIEW, ERNEST DALE JENKINS, JOSEPH ALAN WOLFMAN
  • Patent number: 8804160
    Abstract: A vendor provides, and an operator obtains a method dedicated printer bundle. The printer bundle includes a printer having a key interface, an ink supply, and a key for association with the printer through the key interface. The key is provided with key data pertaining to an authorized page count. The printer operator is allowed to acquire additional authorized pages as needed. When the printer ink supply becomes depleted, the printer operator is provided with additional ink at no or insignificant cost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Edward John Van Liew, Joseph Alan Wolfman, Ray Lloyd Pickup, Ernest Dale Jenkins, John Anthony Underwood
  • Publication number: 20140192377
    Abstract: A vendor provides, and an operator obtains a method dedicated printer bundle. The printer bundle includes a printer having a key interface, an ink supply, and a key for association with the printer through the key interface. The key is provided with key data pertaining to an authorized page count. The printer operator is allowed to acquire additional authorized pages as needed. When the printer ink supply becomes depleted, the printer operator is provided with additional ink at no or insignificant cost.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2013
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: EDWARD JOHN VAN LIEW, JOSEPH ALAN WOLFMAN, RAY LLOYD PICKUP, ERNEST DALE JENKINS, JOHN ANTHONY UNDERWOOD
  • Patent number: 6718615
    Abstract: A method of forming a flowmeter having a case enclosing a single straight tube surrounded by a balance bar. The balance bar ends are coupled by means of a brace bar to the flow tube as well as by case connect links to the inner wall of the case. The flow tube projects beyond the case end and is sealably coupled to a cone connect element in the case end. A void is defined by the space between the flow tube outer surface and the inner surface of the cone connect element and the end flanges. The case connect links contain out of plane bends to accommodate a change in the effective diameter of the case and the balance bar with respect to each other due to changing thermal conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2004
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig Brainerd Van Cleve, Gregory Treat Lanham, Curtis John Ollila, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 6564650
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the flow rate of a fluid flowing through a minimal flow pipeline with a Coriolis effect mass flowmeter. The flowmeter has a single flow tube with two loops. The loops are connected by a cross-over section and are adapted to be vibrated in phase opposition by a driver. The phase difference between the ends of the vibrating loops is measured. The measured phase difference is used to find the flow rate of the fluid. The flow tube is fixably attached to an anchor which is, in turn, attached to a housing. The anchor separates the vibrating dynamic portion of the flowmeter from the non-vibrating portion of the flowmeter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Curtis John Ollila, David Frederick Normen, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 6523421
    Abstract: Method and apparatus defining bi-metallic process connections for a Coriolis flowmeter that are metallurgically bonded to form a sealed structure without the use of an O-ring or other elastomeric seal. The process connections comprise a first metal metallurgically bonded to a dissimilar metal to form a sealed process connection. The bond between the first metal and the dissimilar metal is outside the process material pathway so that the process connections in conjunction with the flowmeter form a flow path enclosed by a single metal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2003
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Terry Rock Tanner, Ernest Dale Lister, Robert Barclay Garnett, Michael Benton Shelton
  • Publication number: 20020014125
    Abstract: A flowmeter having a case enclosing a single straight tube surrounded by a balance bar. The balance bar ends are coupled by means of a brace bar to the flow tube as well as by case connect links to the inner wall of the case. The flow tube ends are coupled to end flanges by means of a raised element having a center opening for sealably receiving the flow tube terminus. The flow tube projects beyond the case end and is sealably coupled to a cone connect element in the case end. A void is defined by the space between the flow tube outer surface and the inner surface of the cone connect element and the end flanges to minimize the surface area of the flow tube that is affected by the weld between the case end and raised element of the end flanges. The case connect links contain out of plane bends to accommodate a change in the effective diameter of the case and the balance bar with respect to each other due to changing thermal conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2001
    Publication date: February 7, 2002
    Inventors: Craig Brainerd Van Cleve, Gregory Treat Lanham, Curtis John Ollila, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 6343517
    Abstract: A flowmeter having a case enclosing a single straight tube surrounded by a balance bar. The balance bar ends are coupled by means of a brace bar to the flow tube as well as by case connect links to the inner wall of the case. The flow tube ends are coupled to end flanges by means of a raised element having a center opening for sealably receiving the flow tube terminus. The flow tube projects beyond the case end and is sealably coupled to a cone connect element in the case end. A void is defined by the space between the flow tube outer surface and the inner surface of the cone connect element and the end flanges to minimize the surface area of the flow tube that is affected by the weld between the case end and raised element of the end flanges. The case connect links contain out of plane bends to accommodate a change in the effective diameter of the case and the balance bar with respect to each other due to changing thermal conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2002
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig Brainerd Van Cleve, Gregory Treat Lanham, Curtis John Ollila, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 6332367
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the flow rate of a fluid flowing through a minimal flow pipeline with a Coriolis effect mass flowmeter. The flowmeter has a single flow tube with two loops. The loops are connected by a cross-over section. A driver oscillates the loops and the phase difference between the ends of the loops is measured. The measured phase difference is then used to find the flow rate of the fluid. The flow tube is fixedly attached to an anchor which is, in turn, attached to a housing. The anchor separate the vibrating, dynamic portion of the flowmeter from the non-vibrating portion of the flowmeter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2001
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Curtis John Ollila, David Frederick Normen, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Publication number: 20010029790
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the flow rate of a fluid flowing through a minimal flow pipeline with a Coriolis effect mass flowmeter. The flowmeter has a single flow tube with two loops. The loops are connected by a cross-over section and are adapted to be vibrated in phase opposition by a driver. The phase difference between the ends of the vibrating loops is measured. The measured phase difference is used to find the flow rate of the fluid. The flow tube is fixably attached to an anchor which is, in turn, attached to a housing. The anchor separates the vibrating dynamic portion of the flowmeter from the non-vibrating portion of the flowmeter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2001
    Publication date: October 18, 2001
    Inventors: Curtis John Ollila, David Frederick Normen, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 6293158
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the flow rate of a fluid flowing through a minimal flow pipeline with a Coriolis effect mass flowmeter. The flowmeter has a single flow tube with two loops. The loops are connected by a cross-over section. A driver oscillates the loops and the phase difference between the ends of the loops is measured. The measured phase difference is then used to find the flow rate of the fluid. The flow tube is fixably attached to an anchor which is, in turn, attached to a housing. The anchor separates the vibrating, dynamic portion of the flowmeter from the non-vibrating portion of the flowmeter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2001
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Curtis John Ollila, David Frederick Normen, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 6286373
    Abstract: A system enclosing a Coriolis flowmeter in a explosion proof housing. The explosion proof housing is structured in a way that the housing can withstand an explosion of volatile material inside the housing. The explosion proof housing prevents sparks and heat inside the housing from igniting volatile material outside the housing. Any gaps or openings in the explosion proof housing provide a flame path of sufficient length to cool a flame or hot material escaping from the housing. The use of the secondary housing as an explosion proof compartment allows the use of a driver having greater power as well as conventional leads inside the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2001
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Ernest Dale Lister, John Richard McCarthy, Curtis John Ollila, Anthony Pankratz
  • Patent number: 6044715
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the flow rate of a fluid flowing through a minimal flow pipeline with a Coriolis effect mass flowmeter. The flowmeter has a single flow tube with two loops. The loops are connected by a cross-over section. A driver oscillates the loops and the phase difference between the ends of the loops is measured. The measured phase difference is then used to find the flow rate of the fluid. The flow tube is fixedly attached to an anchor which is, in turn, attached to a housing. The anchor separate the vibrating, dynamic portion of the flowmeter from the non-vibrating portion of the flowmeter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Curtis John Ollila, David Frederick Normen, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 5996225
    Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the flow rate of a fluid flowing through a minimal flow pipeline with a Coriolis effect mass flowmeter. The flowmeter has a single flow tube with two loops. The loops are connected by a cross-over section. A driver oscillates the loops and the phase difference between the ends of the loops is measured. The measured phase difference is then used to find the flow rate of the fluid. The flow tube is fixedly attached to an anchor which is, in turn, attached to a housing. The anchor separate the vibrating, dynamic portion of the flowmeter from the non-vibrating portion of the flowmeter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 7, 1999
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Curtis John Ollila, David Frederick Normen, Ernest Dale Lister
  • Patent number: 5888516
    Abstract: Recombinant expression vectors encoding the L1 and L2 proteins of papillomavirus, methods of making and using the recombinant proteins and purified virus-like particles comprised of the recombinant proteins are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 30, 1999
    Assignee: Merck & Co. Inc.
    Inventors: Kathrin U. Jansen, James C. Cook, III, Hugh A. George, Kathryn J. Hofmann, Joseph G. Joyce, Ernest Dale Lehman, Henry Z. Markus, Mark Rosolowsky, Loren S. Schultz
  • Patent number: 5674603
    Abstract: A molded article comprising a molded body and one or more layers of heat shielding material attached to the molded body and a method of making same. The heat shielding material is placed on localized areas of the molded article which are exposed to elevated temperatures. The molded article may be a fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) which comprises a fibrous material containing a resin or alternatively, the molded article may be a thermoplastic material with or without reinforcement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 7, 1997
    Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Ernest Dale Stiles, Ronald Kenneth Wlosinski, Daniel Quinn Houston
  • Patent number: D440168
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2001
    Assignee: Micro Motion Incorporated
    Inventors: Ernest Dale Lister, Michael Leon Overfelt, Robert Barclay Garnett, Gregory Treat Lanham
  • Patent number: D435227
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Assignee: Micro Motion, Inc.
    Inventors: Ernest Dale Lister, Michael Leon Overfeldt, Craig Brainerd Van Cleve, Curtis John Ollila