Patents by Inventor James C. Earthman

James C. Earthman 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: 11939245
    Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu
  • Patent number: 11906484
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Publication number: 20230366777
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2023
    Publication date: November 16, 2023
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dipankar Ghosh, John Wallace Berger
  • Publication number: 20230332967
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The invention provides for a system and methods for analyzing measured characteristics utilizing machine learning to create a system for predicting pathologies from measurements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2022
    Publication date: October 19, 2023
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Aboozar Mapar, Michael David Swinson, Dennis A. Quan
  • Publication number: 20230157799
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for the physical characteristics or type of the object, and/or for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal during measurement. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2020
    Publication date: May 25, 2023
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, John Milligan
  • Patent number: 11604115
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2023
    Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dipankar Ghosh, John Wallace Berger
  • Publication number: 20230017877
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2022
    Publication date: January 19, 2023
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Patent number: 11493415
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2022
    Assignee: Perimetrics, Inc.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Patent number: 11488062
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The invention provides for a system and methods for analyzing measured characteristics utilizing machine learning to create a system for predicting pathologies from measurements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2022
    Assignee: Perimetrics, Inc.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Aboozar Mapar, Michael David Swinson, Dennis A. Quan, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20210163321
    Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2021
    Publication date: June 3, 2021
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu
  • Publication number: 20210001273
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for water treatment or for preventing fouling of components of water treatment systems can include the upstream introduction of nanobubbles in-line and/or in close proximity to a reverse osmosis membrane in the water treatment system. The nanobubbles can bind to and cluster (flocculate) nanoparticles (and possible larger solid particles) so that they can be removed and not foul water purification components such as reverse osmosis membranes. The nanobubbles can also interact with and change some characteristics of nanoparticles and thereby reduce fouling of some system components, such as reverse osmosis membranes, or other components. The systems, methods, and devices disclosed herein can help produce potable water safe for human consumption in a more cost-effective manner, e.g., by reducing maintenance costs and in some cases manufacturing costs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2020
    Publication date: January 7, 2021
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Mahendra K. Misra, Stephen D. Slingsby
  • Publication number: 20200337630
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2018
    Publication date: October 29, 2020
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Patent number: 10488312
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2019
    Assignee: Perimetrics, LLC
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets
  • Publication number: 20190331573
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2017
    Publication date: October 31, 2019
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Publication number: 20190118142
    Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for water treatment or for preventing fouling of components of water treatment systems can include the upstream introduction of nanobubbles in-line and/or in close proximity to a reverse osmosis membrane in the water treatment system. The nanobubbles can bind to and cluster (flocculate) nanoparticles (and possible larger solid particles) so that they can be removed and not foul water purification components such as reverse osmosis membranes. The nanobubbles can also interact with and change some characteristics of nanoparticles and thereby reduce fouling of some system components, such as reverse osmosis membranes, or other components. The systems, methods, and devices disclosed herein can help produce potable water safe for human consumption in a more cost-effective manner, e.g., by reducing maintenance costs and in some cases manufacturing costs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2018
    Publication date: April 25, 2019
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Mahendra K. Misra, Stephen D. Slingsby
  • Publication number: 20190111459
    Abstract: Alternating magnetic field (AMF) systems and devices and methods for producing nanobubbles said methods and devices. The AMF systems and devices of the present invention may feature sets of magnets configured to expose a flowing liquid to an alternating magnetic field. The alternating magnetic field destabilizes dissolved gas molecules to produce nanobubbles. The methods, systems, and devices of the present invention may be used to treat solution, for reducing fouling or corrosion in a tube system or pipe system, methods for increasing water porosity of soil, methods for treating thromboembolic disease, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2018
    Publication date: April 18, 2019
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Chuck Wagner, Ruqian Wu
  • Publication number: 20180136078
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2017
    Publication date: May 17, 2018
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dipankar Ghosh, John Wallace Berger
  • Patent number: 9869606
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2018
    Assignee: Perimetrics, LLC
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Dipankar Ghosh, John Wallace Berger
  • Publication number: 20160252439
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: September 1, 2016
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets
  • Patent number: 9358089
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Assignee: Perimetrics, LLC
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets