Patents by Inventor John M. Hopkins
John M. Hopkins 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: 10413147Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a wand that is configured to clean a surface, such as carpeting and rugs, are disclosed herein. While the described wand can comprise any suitable component that allows it to be used to clean a surface, in some cases, the wand includes a wand head having a shroud, with a jet orifice and a vacuum port being disposed within the shroud. In some such cases, the vacuum port includes a breaker bar that is recessed within the shroud such that a portion of the shroud extends past the breaker bar. Additionally, in some cases, the shroud further includes one or more rollers that are optionally adjustable in height such that the wand head can is useable by operators of varying heights. In some cases, the wand head is coupled to a vacuum tube that attaches to a vacuum. Additional implementations are also described herein.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2017Date of Patent: September 17, 2019Inventors: John M Hopkins, Gaylord M Karren, James K Stone, William R Shupe
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Publication number: 20190276340Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a senor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: September 12, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20190263690Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a sensor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20190263688Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a sensor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20190263691Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a sensor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20190263687Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a senor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20190263686Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a sensor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20190263689Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods for cleaning materials, such as flooring and upholstery. In some cases, the systems and methods use an electrolytic cell to electrolyze a solution comprising sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium acetate, sodium percarbonate, potassium carbonate, potassium bicarbonate, and/or any other suitable chemical to generate electrolyzed alkaline water and/or electrolyzed oxidizing water. In some cases, the cell comprises a recirculation loop that recirculates anolyte through an anode compartment of the cell. In some cases, the cell further comprises a sensor and a processor, where the processor is configured to automatically change an operation of the cell, based on a reading from the sensor. In some cases, a fluid flows past a magnet before entering the cell. In some additional cases, fluid from the cell is conditioned by being split into multiple conduits that run in proximity to each other. Additional implementations are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: August 29, 2019Applicant: Z Intellectual Property Holding Company, LLCInventors: Gaylord M. Karren, James K. Stone, John M. Hopkins, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20170260067Abstract: Systems and methods for using one or more electrolyzed aqueous solutions to treat subterranean reservoirs containing hydrocarbons are disclosed herein. In some cases, the methods include using an electrochemical cell to produce electrolyzed acidic water, electrolyzed alkaline water, and/or stabilized acidic water. In such cases, the electrolyzed acidic water, the electrolyzed alkaline water, and/or the stabilized acidic water is introduced to the well. While the electrolyzed water can be used for a variety of purposes, in some cases, it is used to improve hydraulic fracturing, water flooding, and well stimulation techniques. In some cases, the electrolyzed water is mixed with one or more other materials, such as a proppant, a hydraulic fracturing fluid, a polymer, or another additive. Additional implementations are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2017Publication date: September 14, 2017Inventors: John M. Hopkins, James K. Stone, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20170251896Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a wand that is configured to clean a surface, such as carpeting and rugs, are disclosed herein. While the described wand can comprise any suitable component that allows it to be used to clean a surface, in some cases, the wand includes a wand head having a shroud, with a jet orifice and a vacuum port being disposed within the shroud. In some such cases, the vacuum port includes a breaker bar that is recessed within the shroud such that a portion of the shroud extends past the breaker bar. Additionally, in some cases, the shroud further includes one or more rollers that are optionally adjustable in height such that the wand head can is useable by operators of varying heights. In some cases, the wand head is coupled to a vacuum tube that attaches to a vacuum. Additional implementations are also described herein.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2017Publication date: September 7, 2017Inventors: JOHN M. HOPKINS, GAYLORD M. KARREN, JAMES K. STONE, WILLIAM R. SHUPE
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Publication number: 20130020079Abstract: Systems and methods for using one or more electrolyzed aqueous solutions to treat subterranean reservoirs containing hydrocarbons are disclosed herein. In some cases, the methods include using an electrochemical cell to produce electrolyzed acidic water, electrolyzed alkaline water, and/or stabilized acidic water. In such cases, the electrolyzed acidic water, the electrolyzed alkaline water, and/or the stabilized acidic water is introduced to the well. While the electrolyzed water can be used for a variety of purposes, in some cases, it is used to improve hydraulic fracturing, water flooding, and well stimulation techniques. In some cases, the electrolyzed water is mixed with one or more other materials, such as a proppant, a hydraulic fracturing fluid, a polymer, or another additive. Additional implementations are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Applicant: Zerorez Texas, Inc.Inventors: John M. Hopkins, James K. Stone, William R. Shupe
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Publication number: 20130014952Abstract: Systems and methods for using one or more electrolyzed aqueous solutions to treat subterranean reservoirs containing hydrocarbons are disclosed herein. In some cases, the methods include using an electrochemical cell to produce electrolyzed acidic water and electrolyzed alkaline water. In such cases, the electrolyzed acidic water or the electrolyzed alkaline water is introduced to the well. While the electrolyzed acidic or alkaline water can be used for a variety of purposes, in some cases, it is used to improve hydraulic fracturing, water flooding, and well stimulation techniques. In some cases, the electrolyzed acidic or alkaline water is mixed with one or more other materials, such as a proppant, a hydraulic fracturing fluid, a polymer, or another additive. Additional implementations are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2012Publication date: January 17, 2013Applicant: ZEROREZ TEXAS, INC.Inventors: John M. Hopkins, James K. Stone, William R. Shupe
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Patent number: 6835574Abstract: Apparatus and methods for performing calorimetry. The apparatus include optical devices for detecting thermal processes and multiwell sample plates for supporting samples for use with such optical devices. The methods include measurement strategies and data processing techniques for reducing noise in measurements of thermal processes. The apparatus and methods may be particularly suitable for extracting thermal data from small differential measurements made using an infrared camera and for monitoring chemical and physiological processes.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2001Date of Patent: December 28, 2004Assignee: FLIR Systems Boston, Inc.Inventors: Andy C. Neilson, Michael R. Sweeney, James D. Orrell, III, Michael W. Oster, John M. Hopkins, Marc Samson
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Patent number: 6821787Abstract: Apparatus and methods for performing calorimetry. The apparatus include optical devices for detecting thermal processes and multiwell sample plates for supporting samples for use with such optical devices. The methods include measurement strategies and data processing techniques for reducing noise in measurements of thermal processes. The apparatus and methods may be particularly suitable for extracting thermal data from small differential measurements made using an infrared camera and for monitoring chemical and physiological processes.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2001Date of Patent: November 23, 2004Assignee: Thermogenic Imaging, Inc.Inventors: Andy C. Neilson, Michael R. Sweeney, James D. Orrell, III, Marc Sampson, John M. Hopkins, Michael W. Oster
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Patent number: 6638364Abstract: A system and method for cleaning and disinfecting soft surfaces such as carpets, fabrics and the like and for cleaning and disinfecting hard surfaces such as plaster, drywall, concrete, linoleum, counter tops, wood, metal, tile and the like is disclosed. The system and method uses electrolyzed alkaline water produced by an electrolysis process using a standard electrolyte solution of water and an electrolyte, wherein the electrolyte includes sodium chloride (NaCl) at a concentration between about 1% and 50%. In a preferred embodiment about a 20% concentration of sodium chloride is used. The electrolyzed alkaline water produced by this method is effective in cleaning and disinfecting both soft and hard surfaces.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2001Date of Patent: October 28, 2003Assignee: Electric Aquagenics UnlimitedInventors: Gene Harkins, John M. Hopkins
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Publication number: 20020146836Abstract: Apparatus and methods for performing calorimetry. The apparatus include optical devices for detecting thermal processes and multiwell sample plates for supporting samples for use with such optical devices. The methods include measurement strategies and data processing techniques for reducing noise in measurements of thermal processes. The apparatus and methods may be particularly suitable for extracting thermal data from small differential measurements made using an infrared camera and for monitoring chemical and physiological processes.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2001Publication date: October 10, 2002Applicant: FLIR Systems Boston, Inc.Inventors: Andy C. Neilson, Michael R. Sweeney, James D. Orrell, Michael W. Oster, John M. Hopkins, Marc Samson
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Publication number: 20020146345Abstract: Apparatus and methods for performing calorimetry. The apparatus include optical devices for detecting thermal processes and multiwell sample plates for supporting samples for use with such optical devices. The methods include measurement strategies and data processing techniques for reducing noise in measurements of thermal processes. The apparatus and methods may be particularly suitable for extracting thermal data from small differential measurements made using an infrared camera and for monitoring chemical and physiological processes.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2001Publication date: October 10, 2002Inventors: Andy C. Neilson, Michael R. Sweeney, James D. Orrell, Marc Samson, John M. Hopkins, Michael W. Oster
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Patent number: 5815869Abstract: Electrolyzed oxidizing water, or EO water, flows from an EO water reservoir through a regulator and into a line for mixing with conventional tap water. The tap water passes through a strong, permanent magnet which aligns molecules within the water in order to reduce the plating of mineral deposits within the equipment. The combined EO water and tap water solution is supplied to a water pump has another permanent magnet. A water heater heats the solution which flows through a control valve to a carpet cleaning wand. The wand is connected to a vacuum hose for evacuating the solution as it is dispensed into the carpet. The waste water solution flows through the vacuum hose and into a waste water tank. A vacuum is drawn on the waste water tank by a conventional vacuum pump. The waste water solution is circulated in the waste water tank so that any sediment in the solution collects at the bottom of the tank.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 1997Date of Patent: October 6, 1998Assignee: Venturi Technology Enterprises, Inc.Inventor: John M. Hopkins