Patents by Inventor Howard Matthews
Howard Matthews 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: 9963563Abstract: The embodiments of the present disclosure present systems and methods for the reversible solubilization of (aryl ether ketones) (PAEKs). A thioacetalization process is employed to modify the PAEKs into poly (aryl ether thioacetals) which, unlike PAEKs, are substantially soluble in common solvents. This modification allowing selected analysis techniques to be more easily performed on PAEKs, such as gel permeation chromatography. The thioacetalization may be reversed through a deprotection reaction to recover the original PAEK without substantial degradation, allowing for non-destructive characterization of the PAEK. Advantageously, the thioacetalization process is generally applicable to a broad range of PAEKs, unlike presently known methods of solubilizing PAEKs. Solubilization of PAEKs further expands the utility of the PAEKs, opening up additional routes to chemical modification of PAEKs, as well as allowing for the possibility of processing PAEKs from solution.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2017Date of Patent: May 8, 2018Assignee: CYTEC TECHNOLOGY CORP.Inventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Patrick Terence McGrail, Francois Pierre Vincent Paoloni, Philip Hodge, Ioannis Manolakis, Paul Mark Cross
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Publication number: 20180030227Abstract: The embodiments of the present disclosure present systems and methods for the reversible solubilization of (aryl ether ketones) (PAEKs). A thioacetalization process is employed to modify the PAEKs into poly (aryl ether thioacetals) which, unlike PAEKs, are substantially soluble in common solvents. This modification allowing selected analysis techniques to be more easily performed on PAEKs, such as gel permeation chromatography. The thioacetalization may be reversed through a deprotection reaction to recover the original PAEK without substantial degradation, allowing for non-destructive characterization of the PAEK. Advantageously, the thioacetalization process is generally applicable to a broad range of PAEKs, unlike presently known methods of solubilizing PAEKs. Solubilization of PAEKs further expands the utility of the PAEKs, opening up additional routes to chemical modification of PAEKs, as well as allowing for the possibility of processing PAEKs from solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2017Publication date: February 1, 2018Applicant: CYTEC TECHNOLOGY CORP.Inventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Patrick Terence McGrail, Francois Pierre Vincent Paoloni, Philip Hodge, Ioannis Manolakis, Paul Mark Cross
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Patent number: 9828478Abstract: A method of forming a polymer matrix composite using a soluble derivative of a poly (aryl ether ketone) (PAEK). The method includes mixing a starting PAEK polymer with a solvent and an acid, said solvent being selected from a group consisting of diethylether, tetrahydrofuran (THF), dioxin, and chlorinated solvents; reacting the PAEK mixture with a Lewis acid and a thiol compound in amounts effective to form a poly (aryl ether thioacetal) compound which comprises at least one thioacetal group; and impregnating a plurality of fibers in a solution comprising said poly (aryl ether thioacetal) compound.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2015Date of Patent: November 28, 2017Assignee: CYTEC TECHNOLOGY CORP.Inventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Patrick Terence McGrail, Francois Pierre Vincent Paoloni, Philip Hodge, Ioannis Manolakis, Paul Mark Cross
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Patent number: 9827174Abstract: A formulation starts as a gel and transforms into a foam under influence of light and heat to expand out into the oral cavity of a user for advantageous health benefits. A closed system mouthpiece includes light and heat generation to activate the formulation to increase its volume. Application of heat above a threshold temperature causes the gel to transform into foam and expand out of the mouthpiece and into the oral cavity. With the foam so dispersed within the oral cavity, activation of a light source embedded within the mouthpiece enhances the bacteria killing properties of the now foam material. The foam spreads onto the tongue of the user as well and acts to kill any damaging bacteria found there. As a result, the pH balance of the mouth is restored to a neutral level in the range of 6.75 to 7.25 or maintained at that pH level.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2017Date of Patent: November 28, 2017Inventors: Jonathan B. Levine, Robert E. Theroux, Howard Matthews, Jordan Goncalves
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Publication number: 20170143596Abstract: A formulation starts as a gel and transforms into a foam under influence of light and heat to expand out into the oral cavity of a user for advantageous health benefits. A closed system mouthpiece includes light and heat generation to activate the formulation to increase its volume. Application of heat above a threshold temperature causes the gel to transform into foam and expand out of the mouthpiece and into the oral cavity. With the foam so dispersed within the oral cavity, activation of a light source embedded within the mouthpiece enhances the bacteria killing properties of the now foam material. The foam spreads onto the tongue of the user as well and acts to kill any damaging bacteria found there. As a result, the pH balance of the mouth is restored to a neutral level in the range of 6.75 to 7.25 or maintained at that pH level.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2017Publication date: May 25, 2017Inventors: Jonathan B. Levine, Robert E. Theroux, Howard Matthews, Jordan Goncalves
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Publication number: 20160075840Abstract: A method of forming a polymer matrix composite using a soluble derivative of a poly (aryl ether ketone) (PAEK). The method includes mixing a starting PAEK polymer with a solvent and an acid, said solvent being selected from a group consisting of diethylether, tetrahydrofuran (THF), dioxin, and chlorinated solvents; reacting the PAEK mixture with a Lewis acid and a thiol compound in amounts effective to form a poly (aryl ether thioacetal) compound which comprises at least one thioacetal group; and impregnating a plurality of fibers in a solution comprising said poly (aryl ether thioacetal) compound.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2015Publication date: March 17, 2016Applicant: CYTEC TECHNOLOGY CORP.Inventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Patrick Terence McGrail, Francois Pierre Vincent Paoloni, Philip Hodge, Manolakis Ioannis, Paul Mark Cross
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Patent number: 8297669Abstract: A ball hopper comprising a frame, a divider, a plurality of elastic members and a seat, wherein the frame further comprises a lower, middle and upper portion and at least one rigid connector joining the lower, middle and upper portion, and wherein the divider separates the frame into a lower compartment and an upper compartment, and wherein the plurality of elastic members are removably secured to the lower portion of the frame. The ball hopper provides a method for collecting, distributing (while a user is standing or sitting) and transporting balls by pressing the ball hopper over an object, such that at least one of the plurality of elastic members allows the object to enter the lower compartment. Further, the ball hopper may be utilized as a seat, such that the divider forces collected balls towards the top of the ball hopper for easy removal from the lower compartment.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2010Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: BallCollectors, LLCInventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Publication number: 20110040045Abstract: The embodiments of the present disclosure present systems and methods for the reversible solubilization of (aryl ether ketones) (PAEKs). A thioacetalization process is employed to modify the PAEKs into poly (aryl ether thioacetals) which, unlike PAEKs, are substantially soluble in common solvents. This modification allowing selected analysis techniques to be more easily performed on PAEKs1 such as gel permeation chromatography. The thioacetalization may be reversed through a deprotection reaction to recover the original PAEK without substantial degradation, allowing for non-destructive characterization of the PAEK. Advantageously, the thioacetalization process is generally applicable to a broad range of PAEKs, unlike presently known methods of solubilizing PAEKs. Solubilization of PAEKs further expands the utility of the PAEKs, opening up additional routes to chemical modification of PAEKs, as well as allowing for the possibility of processing PAEKs from solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2008Publication date: February 17, 2011Inventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Francois Pierre Vincent Paoloni, Philip Hodge, Patrick Terence McGrail, Paul Mark Cross
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Publication number: 20100193379Abstract: A ball hopper comprising a frame, a divider, a plurality of elastic members and a seat, wherein the frame further comprises a lower, middle and upper portion and at least one rigid connector joining the lower, middle and upper portion, and wherein the divider separates the frame into a lower compartment and an upper compartment, and wherein the plurality of elastic members are removably secured to the lower potion of the frame. The ball hopper provides a method for collecting, distributing (while a user is standing or sitting) and transporting balls by pressing the ball hopper over an object, such that at least one of the plurality of elastic members allows the object to enter the lower compartment. Further, the ball hopper may be utilized as a seat, such that the divider forces collected balls towards the top of the ball hopper for easy removal from the lower compartment.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2010Publication date: August 5, 2010Inventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Patent number: 7736539Abstract: An ion-conducting polymer wherein at least 80% of the repeat units comprise an ion-conducting region and a spacer region is disclosed. The ion-conducting region has an aromatic backbone of one or more aromatic groups, wherein at least one ion-conducting functional group is attached to each aromatic group. The spacer region has an aromatic backbone of at least four aromatic groups, wherein no ion-conducting functional groups are attached to the aromatic backbone. The polymer is suitable for use as a fuel cell membrane, and can be incorporated into membrane electrode assemblies.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2005Date of Patent: June 15, 2010Assignee: Johnson Matthey Public Limited CompanyInventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Zhixue Zhu, William Alexander Mortimore, Martin Philip Hogarth, Nadia Michele Walsby
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Publication number: 20100047658Abstract: An ion-conducting membrane comprising a polymer component and a macrocyclic compound, wherein the macro-cyclic compound is functionalised with one or more ion-conducting groups is disclosed. The membrane is suitable for use in a fuel cell.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2007Publication date: February 25, 2010Applicants: Johnson Matthey Public Limited Company, University of ReadingInventors: Howard Matthew Colquhoun, Zhixue Zhu, David Thompsett, Nadia Michele Walsby
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Publication number: 20090111909Abstract: A sprayable surface repair compound is described including a filler, a diluent or diluents, a viscosity builder, a thickener, a film former, a functional extender, and a propellant.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2008Publication date: April 30, 2009Inventor: Howard Matthews
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Patent number: 7487460Abstract: A method, application interface, and medium is provided for presenting a variety of data representations in a screen-area inset. The inset(s) can be one or more bounded portions of a graphical user interface. The inset offers a picture-in-picture type of functionality to present videos, data, pictures, audio, and other data representations in a persistently viewable screen area that does not consume the entirety of a display device. The API includes instructions to allow software components to use the inset. The method includes receiving one or more event requests related to the inset, communicating them to a software application or operating system, receiving one or more data sets to satisfy the event requests, and communicating the data sets to the original software application to present a data representation in the inset.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2003Date of Patent: February 3, 2009Assignee: Microsoft CorporationInventors: Rodger William Benson, Joseph Howard Matthews, Mark Jeffrey Weinberg
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Patent number: 7311549Abstract: The configurable adapter uses a relatively few components which allow it to be configured to have different heights to fit different switchboard cases. It includes a bracket designed to hold a particular type of meter or power monitor, with different brackets available to be assembled as a component of the configurable adapter. A new class of electricity revenue meters called a narrow base socket meter is described, and shown. The narrow base socket meter is adapted from a conventional socket meter which has a sufficiently narrow body by trimming its sides, top, and/or bottom, as necessary, to fit within the switchboard adapter, using a bracket which places the meter within the switchboard adapter so that its face can be flush with (or barely stick out from) the face of the switchboard. The adapter can also be used with standard socket base meters, which will stick out of the front of the switchboard panel, as well as with power monitoring devices by using suitable brackets, as described.Type: GrantFiled: April 24, 2006Date of Patent: December 25, 2007Inventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Patent number: 7059896Abstract: The configurable adapter uses a relatively few components which allow it to be configured to have different heights to fit different switchboard cases. It includes a bracket designed to hold a particular type of meter or power monitor, with different brackets available to be assembled as a component of the configurable adapter. A new class of electricity revenue meters called a narrow base socket meter is described, and shown. The narrow base socket meter is adapted from a conventional socket meter which has a sufficiently narrow body by trimming its sides, top, and/or bottom, as necessary, to fit within the switchboard adapter, using a bracket which places the meter within the switchboard adapter so that its face can be flush with (or barely stick out from) the face of the switchboard. The adapter can also be used with standard socket base meters, which will stick out of the front of the switchboard panel, as well as with power monitoring devices by using suitable brackets, as described.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2004Date of Patent: June 13, 2006Inventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Publication number: 20040183824Abstract: A method, application interface, and medium is provided for presenting a variety of data representations in a screen-area inset. The inset(s) can be one or more bounded portions of a graphical user interface. The inset offers a picture-in-picture type of functionality to present videos, data, pictures, audio, and other data representations in a persistently viewable screen area that does not consume the entirety of a display device. The API includes instructions to allow software components to use the inset. The method includes receiving one or more event requests related to the inset, communicating them to a software application or operating system, receiving one or more data sets to satisfy the event requests, and communicating the data sets to the original software application to present a data representation in the inset.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2003Publication date: September 23, 2004Inventors: Rodger William Benson, Joseph Howard Matthews, Mark Jeffrey Weinberg
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Patent number: 6498717Abstract: A surface mounted panel adapter for a socket mounted electricity meter allows a socket mounted electricity meter to be installed on a switchboard. The surface mounted panel adapter is designed to attach to the back of a switchboard, and to expose a meter socket which is mounted on the front wall of the surface mounted panel adapter and which is exposed through the front wall of the switchboard. A standard socket mounted electricity meter can be mounted in the meter socket through the opening in the switchboard. Electrical connections to the meter socket are made using at least one terminal strip mounted on the rear wall of the panel adapter, and readily accessible to an installer who is behind the switchboard panel.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2001Date of Patent: December 24, 2002Inventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Patent number: 6421230Abstract: An adapter for converting a switchboard case for use with a socket mounted electricity meter uses a switchboard cradle which fits into a switchboard case, along with a meter socket which has been adapted so that it will fit into the front opening in the switchboard cradle, and which is mounted to a depth which permits the terminals of a socket meter to be fully engaged therein while the base of the socket meter overlies the front opening in the switchboard case and switchboard cradle. Electrical connections to the meter socket are made to the connection strips on the switchboard cradle, whereby no rewiring of the switchboard case will be required.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2001Date of Patent: July 16, 2002Inventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Publication number: 20020041480Abstract: An adapter for converting a switchboard case for use with a socket mounted electricity meter uses a switchboard cradle which fits into a switchboard case, along with a meter socket which has been adapted so that it will fit into the front opening in the switchboard cradle, and which is mounted to a depth which permits the terminals of a socket meter to be fully engaged therein while the base of the socket meter overlies the front opening in the switchboard case and switchboard cradle. Electrical connections to the meter socket are made to the connection strips on the switchboard cradle, whereby no rewiring of the switchboard case will be required.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2001Publication date: April 11, 2002Inventor: Christopher Howard Matthews
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Patent number: D1027908Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2022Date of Patent: May 21, 2024Assignee: AMAZON TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Jonathan Howard Biddle, Giles David Matthew McWilliam