Patents by Inventor James J. Butler

James J. Butler 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: 11849529
    Abstract: Systems and methods of forming fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites with electrostatic dissipative properties are described herein. The FRP composite is bonded to a surface and integrates a grounding system to dissipate electro-static energy, thus eliminating the potential risk of explosion. The system can be used for structures that require reinforcement and that are susceptible to electro-static explosions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Assignee: HJ3 COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Olley C. Scholer, James J. Butler
  • Publication number: 20220279642
    Abstract: Systems and methods of forming fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites with electrostatic dissipative properties are described herein. The FRP composite is bonded to a surface and integrates a grounding system to dissipate electro-static energy, thus eliminating the potential risk of explosion. The system can be used for structures that require reinforcement and that are susceptible to electro-static explosions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2022
    Publication date: September 1, 2022
    Inventors: Olley C. Scholer, James J. Butler
  • Patent number: 11350511
    Abstract: Systems and methods of forming fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites with electrostatic dissipative properties are described herein. The FRP composite is bonded to a surface and integrates a grounding system to dissipate electro-static energy, thus eliminating the potential risk of explosion. The system can be used for structures that require reinforcement and that are susceptible to electro-static explosions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2022
    Assignee: HJ3 COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
    Inventors: Olley C. Scholer, James J. Butler
  • Publication number: 20190297716
    Abstract: Systems and methods of forming fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites with electrostatic dissipative properties are described herein. The FRP composite is bonded to a surface and integrates a grounding system to dissipate electro-static energy, thus eliminating the potential risk of explosion. The system can be used for structures that require reinforcement and that are susceptible to electro-static explosions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2017
    Publication date: September 26, 2019
    Inventors: Olley C. Scholer, James J. Butler
  • Patent number: 9994981
    Abstract: A novel reinforcement system for maximizing tensile strength and modulus of elasticity per ply for composite systems has one or more pockets with a first pocket edge, a second pocket edge, a pocket front surface, and a pocket rear surface. The pocket front surface and the pocket rear surface each have a pocket cross-stitch that perpendicularly traverses the pocket. The pocket traverses the fabric parallel and adjacent to the first fabric edge and the second fabric edge in a warp, or 0 degree, or x-axis direction. The pockets contain one or more fiber tows with a plurality of filaments in a stack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Inventor: James J. Butler
  • Publication number: 20160222562
    Abstract: A novel reinforcement system for maximizing tensile strength and modulus of elasticity per ply for composite systems has one or more pockets with a first pocket edge, a second pocket edge, a pocket front surface, and a pocket rear surface. The pocket front surface and the pocket rear surface each have a pocket cross-stitch that perpendicularly traverses the pocket. The pocket traverses the fabric parallel and adjacent to the first fabric edge and the second fabric edge in a warp, or 0 degree, or x-axis direction. The pockets contain one or more fiber tows with a plurality of filaments in a stack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2016
    Publication date: August 4, 2016
    Inventor: James J. Butler
  • Patent number: 9307796
    Abstract: A novel reinforcement system for maximizing tensile strength and modulus of elasticity per ply for composite systems has one or more pockets with a first pocket edge, a second pocket edge, a pocket front surface, and a pocket rear surface. The pocket front surface and the pocket rear surface each have a pocket cross-stitch that perpendicularly traverses the pocket. The pocket traverses the fabric parallel and adjacent to the first fabric edge and the second fabric edge in a warp, or 0 degree, or x-axis direction. The pockets contain one or more fiber tows with a plurality of filaments in a stack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Inventor: James J. Butler
  • Patent number: 8963068
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system for an apodization mask composed of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) for absorbing unwanted stray light. An apodization mask is a precise pattern or shape that is mathematically derived using light scattering measurement techniques to achieve optimal light absorption. Also disclosed herein is an apparatus for a duplex telescope with stray light suppressing capabilities comprising: a primary mirror for transmitting and receiving light; a secondary mirror for defocusing transmitted light onto the primary mirror and for focusing received light; a photodetector which receives light; a laser transmitter which transmits light; and an apodization mask for absorbing stray transmitted light.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Administrator of the National Aeronautics Space Administration
    Inventors: John G. Hagopian, Jeffrey C. Livas, Shahram R. Shiri, Stephanie A. Getty, June L Tveekrem, James J. Butler
  • Publication number: 20140165268
    Abstract: A novel reinforcement system for maximizing tensile strength and modulus of elasticity per ply for composite systems has one or more pockets with a first pocket edge, a second pocket edge, a pocket front surface, and a pocket rear surface. The pocket front surface and the pocket rear surface each have a pocket cross-stitch that perpendicularly traverses the pocket. The pocket traverses the fabric parallel and adjacent to the first fabric edge and the second fabric edge in a warp, or 0 degree, or x-axis direction. The pockets contain one or more fiber tows with a plurality of filaments in a stack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventor: James J. Butler
  • Patent number: 8696849
    Abstract: A novel reinforcement system for maximizing tensile strength and modulus of elasticity per ply for composite systems has one or more pockets with a first pocket edge, a second pocket edge, a pocket front surface, and a pocket rear surface. The pocket front surface and the pocket rear surface each have a pocket cross-stitch that perpendicularly traverses the pocket. The pocket traverses the fabric parallel and adjacent to the first fabric edge and the second fabric edge in a warp, or 0 degree, or x-axis direction. The pockets contain one or more fiber tows with a plurality of filaments in a stack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Inventor: James J. Butler
  • Publication number: 20140061453
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system for an apodization mask composed of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) for absorbing unwanted stray light. An apodization mask is a precise pattern or shape that is mathematically derived using light scattering measurement techniques to achieve optimal light absorption. Also disclosed herein is an apparatus for a duplex telescope with stray light suppressing capabilities comprising: a primary mirror for transmitting and receiving light; a secondary mirror for defocusing transmitted light onto the primary mirror and for focusing received light; a photodetector which receives light; a laser transmitter which transmits light; and an apodization mask for absorbing stray transmitted light.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2011
    Publication date: March 6, 2014
    Inventors: John G. Hagopian, Jeffrey A. Livas, Shahram R. Shiri, Stephanie A. Getty, June L. Tveekrem, James J. Butler
  • Publication number: 20130080305
    Abstract: A system for interfacing a plurality of dealer computer systems located at independent automotive dealerships with a plurality of remotely located independent and financial and product provider computer systems operated by a plurality of independent provider systems. The system may incorporate a dealer system integration (DSI) interface system that interfaces the dealer computer systems to a provider network, where the provider network is in turn in communication with each of the product provider computer systems. The DSI interface may coordinate and assist with one or more of forms preparation, obtaining rates for specific products available from the various provider systems, and electronic booking of contracts, as well as other important operations or transactions between the dealer network and the dealer systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Applicant: Open Dealer Exchange, LLC
    Inventors: Mark A. Virag, James J. Butler, Thomas A. Barretta
  • Publication number: 20120159760
    Abstract: A novel reinforcement system for maximizing tensile strength and modulus of elasticity per ply for composite systems has one or more pockets with a first pocket edge, a second pocket edge, a pocket front surface, and a pocket rear surface. The pocket front surface and the pocket rear surface each have a pocket cross-stitch that perpendicularly traverses the pocket. The pocket traverses the fabric parallel and adjacent to the first fabric edge and the second fabric edge in a warp, or 0 degree, or x-axis direction. The pockets contain one or more fiber tows with a plurality of filaments in a stack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2011
    Publication date: June 28, 2012
    Inventor: James J. Butler