Patents by Inventor James Champagne
James Champagne 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: 10619428Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2018Date of Patent: April 14, 2020Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLCInventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
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Publication number: 20180328121Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2018Publication date: November 15, 2018Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
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Patent number: 10041310Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2017Date of Patent: August 7, 2018Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLCInventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
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Publication number: 20170298700Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2017Publication date: October 19, 2017Inventors: RON D. ROBICHAUX, JAMES G. MARTENS, JOHN E. HEBERT, JUAN CARLOS E. MONDELLI, JAMES CHAMPAGNE, JOSEPH BOUDREAUX, SCOTTIE J. SCOTT, JEREMY LeCOMPTE
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Patent number: 9689216Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2016Date of Patent: June 27, 2017Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLCInventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
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Patent number: 9366853Abstract: An opto-mechanical deployable telescope includes a hub, at least one deployable multiple petal primary mirror mounted to the hub, a deployment assembly, a secondary optic assembly, and a deployment engine assembly. The deployment assembly is operable to move the at least one primary mirror between a stowed position and a deployed position. The deployment engine assembly is operable to power the deployment assembly using stored mechanical energy. The deployment assembly includes a kinematic or semi-kinematic interface between the hub and the at least one primary mirror to hold petals of the at least one primary mirror in alignment relative to each other in the deployed position. The secondary optic assembly comprising a secondary optical member and is operable to axially position the secondary optical member relative to the primary mirror.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2015Date of Patent: June 14, 2016Assignee: Utah State University Research FoundationInventors: Trent Newswander, Blake Crowther, James Champagne, Kendall B. Johnson
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Publication number: 20160145953Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2016Publication date: May 26, 2016Inventors: JAMES G. MARTENS, JOHN E. HEBERT, RON D. ROBICHAUX, JUAN CARLOS E. MONDELLI, JAMES CHAMPAGNE, JOSEPH BOUDREAUX, SCOTTIE J. SCOTT, JEREMY LeCOMPTE
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Publication number: 20150159457Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2014Publication date: June 11, 2015Inventors: JOHN E. HEBERT, JAMES G. MARTENS, Ron D. Robichaux, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
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Publication number: 20150146288Abstract: An opto-mechanical deployable telescope includes a hub, at least one deployable multiple petal primary mirror mounted to the hub, a deployment assembly, a secondary optic assembly, and a deployment engine assembly. The deployment assembly is operable to move the at least one primary mirror between a stowed position and a deployed position. The deployment engine assembly is operable to power the deployment assembly using stored mechanical energy. The deployment assembly includes a kinematic or semi-kinematic interface between the hub and the at least one primary mirror to hold petals of the at least one primary mirror in alignment relative to each other in the deployed position. The secondary optic assembly comprising a secondary optical member and is operable to axially position the secondary optical member relative to the primary mirror.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2015Publication date: May 28, 2015Applicant: UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATIONInventors: Trent Newswander, Blake Crowther, James Champagne, Kendall B. Johnson
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Patent number: 8947777Abstract: An opto-mechanical deployable telescope includes a hub, at least one deployable multiple petal primary mirror mounted to the hub, a deployment assembly, and a deployment engine assembly. The deployment assembly is operable to move the at least one primary mirror between a stowed position and a deployed position. The deployment engine assembly is operable to power the deployment assembly using stored mechanical energy. The deployment assembly includes a kinematic or semi-kinematic interface between the hub and the at least one primary mirror to hold petals of the at least one primary mirror in alignment relative to each other in the deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2012Date of Patent: February 3, 2015Assignee: Utah State University Research FoundationInventors: Trent Newswander, Blake Crowther, James Champagne, Adam Norris
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Publication number: 20130229709Abstract: An opto-mechanical deployable telescope includes a hub, at least one deployable multiple petal primary mirror mounted to the hub, a deployment assembly, and a deployment engine assembly. The deployment assembly is operable to move the at least one primary mirror between a stowed position and a deployed position. The deployment engine assembly is operable to power the deployment assembly using stored mechanical energy. The deployment assembly includes a kinematic or semi-kinematic interface between the hub and the at least one primary mirror to hold petals of the at least one primary mirror in alignment relative to each other in the deployed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2012Publication date: September 5, 2013Applicant: Utah State University Research FoundationInventors: Trent Newswander, Blake Crowther, James Champagne, Adam Norris
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Patent number: 5740633Abstract: An interlocking gutter retaining system for mounting a rain gutter under the eaves of a pitched roof includes a specially designed retainer member that is adapted to be affixed to the fascia board directly under the eaves. The retainer member is provided with engaging means, including a receiving channel, into which the rear wall of a standard rain gutter is inserted. The receiving channel is adapted so as to securely engage the gutter such that it can be pulled out only with significant force and/or the use a tool specially designed for the purpose. To maximize the engagement of the gutter within the securing channel, the rear wall of the gutter is crimped along its lateral edge.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 1995Date of Patent: April 21, 1998Inventor: Wendel James Champagne
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Patent number: 5675955Abstract: A system for covering an exterior surface of a building comprising a plurality of members for application to the building surface in a series progressing from one end of the surface to the other end in a first lengthwise direction. The system comprises at least two such members adapted to overlap in use, one of the members having, in the overlapping zone thereof, a first type connector comprising a lock formation defining a recess opening generally in the first direction. The other member has, in its overlapping zone, a second type connector comprising a hook formation having a free end projecting generally in the second lengthwise direction and into the recess in use.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 1995Date of Patent: October 14, 1997Inventor: Wendel James Champagne