Patents by Inventor George Howard

George Howard 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: 9447828
    Abstract: A carrier and mount assembly for a heavy vehicle disc brake. The assembly includes a carrier having a first location formation formed therein, a mount having a second location formation formed therein, wherein the second location formation is aligned with the first location formation, and wherein the carrier is mounted to the mount via two or more fasteners that extend in a direction substantially parallel to a direction of insertion or removal of a friction element into or from the carrier. There is also a locator positioned in the first and second location formations to enable the carrier and mount to be assembled in the correct position, wherein the locator is at least a close fit to the first and second location formations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Assignee: Meritor Heavy Vehicle Braking Systems (UK) Limited
    Inventors: Jason Morris, Alexander George Howard
  • Publication number: 20160235548
    Abstract: An implant for therapeutically separating bones of a joint has two endplates each having an opening through the endplate, and at least one ramped surface on a side opposite a bone engaging side. A frame is slideably connected to the endplates to enable the endplates to move relative to each other at an angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the implant, in sliding connection with the frame. An actuator screw is rotatably connected to the frame. A carriage forms an open area aligned with the openings in the endplates. The openings in the endplates pass through the carriage to form an unimpeded passage from bone to bone of the joint. The carriage has ramps which mate with the ramped surfaces of the endplates, wherein when the carriage is moved by rotation of the actuator screw, the endplates move closer or farther apart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Colm McLaughlin, Noah Hansell, Daniel Davenport, Robert W. Trout, Robert Rhoads, George Howard
  • Publication number: 20160199192
    Abstract: An expandable implant for engagement between vertebrae includes an inner member, an outer member, and a gear member positioned coaxial with respect to each other such that the inner and outer members are moveable relative to each other along an axis. The inner member includes a longitudinal groove configured to engage a pin extending through the outer member such that the pin prevents the inner member from translating completely through the outer member and aids in alignment and limits rotation of the second endplate. Portions of the implant may be provided with a series of markings such that when the markings are aligned, the implant is aligned in a specific configuration and for a specific implantation approach.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2016
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Inventors: Colm McLaughlin, George Howard, Jason Gray, James Himmelberger
  • Publication number: 20160175108
    Abstract: Embodiments herein are generally directed to vertebral implants and implant trials for use with vertebral implant assemblies. In some embodiments, these implants and implant trials may be used in conjunction with corpectomy procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2014
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: George Howard, James Himmelberger, Jason Gray, Colm McLaughlin, Noah Hansell, Mark Weiman
  • Publication number: 20160175103
    Abstract: The present application is generally directed to vertebral implants and implant trials for use with vertebral implant assemblies. The vertebral implants and implant trials may be used in conjunction with corpectomy procedures. One type of vertebral implant is a corpectomy device having a polyaxial endplate assembly. The polyaxial endplate assembly includes an articulatable plate member that is capable of angulation. The articulatable plate member can be fixed in place by, for example, using a clamping assembly to fix the articulatable plate member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2014
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: George Howard, James Himmelberger, Jason Gray, Colm McLaughlin, Noah Hansell, Mark Weiman
  • Publication number: 20160175106
    Abstract: Embodiments herein are generally directed to vertebral implants and implant trials for use with vertebral implant assemblies. In some embodiments, these implants and implant trials may be used in conjunction with corpectomy procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2015
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: George Howard, James Himmelberger, Jason Gray, Colm McLaughlin, Noah Hansell, Mark Weiman
  • Publication number: 20160175105
    Abstract: Embodiments herein are generally directed to vertebral implants and implant trials for use with vertebral implant assemblies. In some embodiments, these implants and implant trials may be used in conjunction with corpectomy procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2014
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: George Howard, James Himmelberger, Jason Gray, Colm McLaughlin, Noah Hansell, Mark Weiman
  • Publication number: 20160101901
    Abstract: A fluid vessel is disclosed and includes a multiple disposable liners where each of the disposable liners includes a bottom floor and side walls extending away from and substantially perpendicular to the bottom floor such that a cavity is formed therein. The bottom floor includes an aperture defined therein and the bottom floor slopes in a plurality of directions to facilitate a movement of a fluid disposed in a top one of the plurality of disposable liners toward the aperture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2015
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Applicant: THE PLASTICS GROUP, INC.
    Inventors: Harold Cunningham, Brian Beth, Michael D. Deckard, Brian Wingfield, George Howard
  • Patent number: 9301850
    Abstract: An expandable implant for engagement between vertebrae includes an inner member, an outer member, and a gear member positioned coaxial with respect to each other such that the inner and outer members are moveable relative to each other along an axis. The inner member includes a longitudinal groove configured to engage a pin extending through the outer member such that the pin prevents the inner member from translating completely through the outer member and aids in alignment and limits rotation of the second endplate. Portions of the implant may be provided with a series of markings such that when the markings are aligned, the implant is aligned in a specific configuration and for a specific implantation approach.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Colm McLaughlin, George Howard, Jason Gray, James Himmelberger
  • Publication number: 20160058571
    Abstract: An implant for therapeutically separating bones of a joint has two endplates each having an opening through the endplate, and at least one ramped surface on a side opposite a bone engaging side. A frame is slideably connected to the endplates to enable the endplates to move relative to each other at an angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the implant, in sliding connection with the frame. An actuator screw is rotatably connected to the frame. A carriage forms an open area aligned with the openings in the endplates. The openings in the endplates pass through the carriage to form an unimpeded passage from bone to bone of the joint. The carriage has ramps which mate with the ramped surfaces of the endplates, wherein when the carriage is moved by rotation of the actuator screw, the endplates move closer or farther apart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2015
    Publication date: March 3, 2016
    Inventors: Colm McLaughlin, Daniel Davenport, Robert W. Trout, III, Robert Rhoads, George Howard
  • Patent number: 9241591
    Abstract: An architectural mesh hanging system having a hanger assembly including a hanger tube having a plurality of openings and an architectural mesh panel of predetermined size having an uppermost edge defined by a plurality of loops. The plurality of loops are positioned within the plurality of openings in the hanger tube and a retaining rod is disposed through the plurality of loops within an interior of the hanger tube, thereby preventing the plurality of loops from displacement out of the plurality of opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2016
    Assignee: CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: George Howard Messick, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9169074
    Abstract: A variable spaced flat wire conveyor belt system includes a plurality of spaced tractive rods; a plurality of rows of flat wire wickets defining a plurality of drive links and a plurality of support links, the drive links including at least a plurality of first drive links, a plurality of second drive links, and a plurality of third drive links; and at least one drive sprocket configured to engage the plurality of drive links; wherein the first drive links have a first height and a first transverse spacing defining a first drive opening, the second drive links have a second height and a second transverse spacing defining a second drive opening, and the third drive links have a third height and a third transverse spacing defining a third drive opening; wherein the second drive opening and the third drive opening are progressively greater, respectively, than the first drive opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2015
    Assignee: CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: George Howard Messick, Jr., Michael Robert Franzoni, Thomas O. Perdue
  • Publication number: 20150265087
    Abstract: An architectural mesh hanging system having a hanger assembly including a hanger tube having a plurality of openings and an architectural mesh panel of predetermined size having an uppermost edge defined by a plurality of loops. The plurality of loops are positioned within the plurality of openings in the hanger tube and a retaining rod is disposed through the plurality of loops within an interior of the hanger tube, thereby preventing the plurality of loops from displacement out of the plurality of opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2015
    Publication date: September 24, 2015
    Applicant: CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: George Howard MESSICK, JR.
  • Patent number: 9120295
    Abstract: Chitosan films that have been treated with a polyhydroxyalkyl compound and washed, and laminates made from the films are provided. This treatment lessens the film shrinkage. The films and laminates can be used to make a variety of finished articles that can be used to provide protection from hazardous chemical and biological agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2015
    Assignee: E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
    Inventor: Edward George Howard, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9073125
    Abstract: Chitosan films and laminates made from the films are provided. The films and laminates can be used to make a variety of finished articles that can be used to provide protection from hazardous chemical and biological agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Assignee: E I DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
    Inventors: Edward George Howard, Jr., Ralph Birchard Lloyd, Ronald James McKinney, Bryan Benedict Sauer, Mark Gary Weinberg
  • Publication number: 20150184705
    Abstract: A carrier and mount assembly for a heavy vehicle disc brake. The assembly includes a carrier having a first location formation formed therein, a mount having a second location formation formed therein, wherein the second location formation is aligned with the first location formation, and wherein the carrier is mounted to the mount via two or more fasteners that extend in a direction substantially parallel to a direction of insertion or removal of a friction element into or from the carrier. There is also a locator positioned in the first and second location formations to enable the carrier and mount to be assembled in the correct position, wherein the locator is at least a close fit to the first and second location formations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Publication date: July 2, 2015
    Inventors: Jason MORRIS, Alexander George HOWARD
  • Patent number: 9049954
    Abstract: An architectural mesh hanging system having a hanger assembly including a hanger tube having a plurality of openings and an architectural mesh panel of predetermined size having an uppermost edge defined by a plurality of loops. The plurality of loops are positioned within the plurality of openings in the hanger tube and a retaining rod is disposed through the plurality of loops within an interior of the hanger tube, thereby preventing the plurality of loops from displacement out of the plurality of opening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: George Howard Messick, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20150151919
    Abstract: A variable spaced flat wire conveyor belt system includes a plurality of spaced tractive rods; a plurality of rows of flat wire wickets defining a plurality of drive links and a plurality of support links, the drive links including at least a plurality of first drive links, a plurality of second drive links, and a plurality of third drive links; and at least one drive sprocket configured to engage the plurality of drive links; wherein the first drive links have a first height and a first transverse spacing defining a first drive opening, the second drive links have a second height and a second transverse spacing defining a second drive opening, and the third drive links have a third height and a third transverse spacing defining a third drive opening; wherein the second drive opening and the third drive opening are progressively greater, respectively, than the first drive opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Publication date: June 4, 2015
    Applicant: CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: George Howard MESSICK, JR., Michael Robert FRANZONI, Thomas O. Perdue
  • Publication number: 20150129395
    Abstract: A flat wire conveyor belt and system includes a plurality of spaced tractive rods and a plurality of rows of pickets transversely disposed with respect to a direction of travel and interconnecting the plurality of spaced tractive rods, each of the rows of pickets including a plurality of first links and a plurality of second links, the plurality of first links have a first spacing and the plurality of second links have a second spacing, the first spacing being less than the second spacing. The system further includes a sprocket, wherein the plurality of spaced tractive rods terminate with clinched ends within the plurality of first links disposed on the outer edges of the flat wire conveyor belt, and the first links are dimensioned for receiving the clinched ends and the sprocket teeth therewithin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Applicant: CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventor: George Howard MESSICK, JR.
  • Publication number: 20150082277
    Abstract: A tool for automatic pre-detection of potential software product impact according to a statement placed in a software development system, and for automatically recommending for resolutions which accesses a repository of information containing a history of changes and effects of the changes for a software project; using a received a statement in natural language to perform a natural language search of the repository; according to the findings of the search of the repository, using a machine learning model to compose an impact prediction regarding the received statement relative to the findings; and automatically placing an advisory notice regarding to the impact prediction into the software development system, wherein the advisory notice is associated with the received statement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2013
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: George Howard Champlin-Scharff, Timothy Bruce Snow, Sabrina Yee