Patents by Inventor John Ricks

John Ricks 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: 11046413
    Abstract: A system and a method for reducing drag on the aft-fuselage of an aircraft are provided, which system and method utilize at least one finlet provided on each side of the aft-fuselage of an aircraft for reducing drag—on the aft-fuselage, which finlets are (i) positioned at the rear half of an upswept portion of the aft-fuselage starting at a breakline, (ii) positioned in the path of the vortices generated by the aft-fuselage, and (iii) oriented at 1 to 9 degrees angle relative to the local airflow about the aft-fuselage of the aircraft to straighten the airflow about the aft-fuselage. In addition, the finlets generate an induced secondary vortex having an opposite rotation direction relative to the rotation direction of the vortices generated by the aft-fuselage, thereby counteracting the vortices generated by the aft-fuselage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Assignee: Vortex Control Technologies, LLC
    Inventor: John Rick Hooker
  • Publication number: 20190344876
    Abstract: A system and a method for reducing drag on the aft-fuselage of an aircraft are provided, which system and method utilize at least one (inlet provided on each side of the aft-fuselage of an aircraft for reducing drag -on the aft-fuselage, which finlets are (i) positioned at the rear half of an upswept portion of the aft-fuselage starting at a breakline, (ii) positioned in the path of the vortices generated by the aft-fuselage, and (iii) oriented at 1 to 9 degrees angle relative to the local airflow about the aft-fuselage of the aircraft to straighten the airflow about the aft-fuselage. In addition, the finlets generate an induced secondary vortex having an opposite rotation direction relative to the rotation direction of the vortices generated by the aft-fuselage, thereby counteracting the vortices generated by the aft-fuselage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 1, 2018
    Publication date: November 14, 2019
    Inventor: John Rick HOOKER
  • Patent number: 9445615
    Abstract: A fresh potato preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut potatoes that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut potatoes are provided. The fresh potato preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh potatoes, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh potatoes that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the potatoes. The preservative includes the ingredients of sodium chloride, citric acid, ascorbic acid, calcium chloride, sodium acid pyrophosphate, potassium sorbate and a protein-based composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Assignee: PFM, LLC
    Inventors: Thane R. Siddoway, John Ricks
  • Publication number: 20150010691
    Abstract: A fresh potato preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut potatoes that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut potatoes are provided. The fresh potato preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh potatoes, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh potatoes that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the potatoes. The preservative includes the ingredients of sodium chloride, citric acid, ascorbic acid, calcium chloride, sodium acid pyrophosphate, potassium sorbate and a protein-based composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2013
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventors: Thane R. Siddoway, John Ricks
  • Patent number: 8883238
    Abstract: A fresh fruit preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut fruit that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut fruit are provided. The fresh fruit preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh fruit, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh fruit that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the fruit. The preservative includes the ingredients of ascorbic acid, calcium ascorbate, carbohydrate, citric acid, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, malic acid and a protein-based composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: PFM, LLC
    Inventors: Thane R. Siddoway, John Ricks
  • Publication number: 20130295248
    Abstract: A fresh fruit preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut fruit that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut fruit are provided. The fresh fruit preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh fruit, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh fruit that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the fruit. The preservative includes the ingredients of ascorbic acid, calcium ascorbate, carbohydrate, citric acid, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, malic acid and a protein-based composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: Thane R. Siddoway, John Ricks
  • Patent number: 8512781
    Abstract: A fresh fruit preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut fruit that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut fruit are provided. The fresh fruit preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh fruit, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh fruit that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the fruit. The preservative includes the ingredients of ascorbic acid, calcium ascorbate, carbohydrate, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate and malic acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2013
    Assignee: PFM, LLC
    Inventor: John Ricks
  • Publication number: 20120045555
    Abstract: A fresh fruit preservative and method of using the preservative for fresh cut fruit that significantly extend the shelf life of fresh cut fruit are provided. The fresh fruit preservative preserves the texture, flavor, appearance, and color of the fresh fruit, particularly exposed surfaces of the fresh fruit that have been cut, in particular by reducing oxidation of the exposed cut surfaces of the fruit. The preservative includes the ingredients of ascorbic acid, calcium ascorbate, carbohydrate, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate and malic acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2010
    Publication date: February 23, 2012
    Applicant: JPS FOODS, LLC
    Inventor: John Ricks
  • Patent number: 8008487
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I), thieno[2,3-d]pyrimidines, having fungicidal activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignee: Dow AgroSciences LLC
    Inventors: William Kirkland Brewster, Carla Jean Rasmussen Klittich, Terry William Balko, Nneka Tuere Breaux, William Randal Erickson, James Edward Hunter, Christian Thomas Lowe, Michael John Ricks, Thomas Lyman Siddall, Carla Nanette Yerkes, Yuanming Zhu
  • Patent number: 7264208
    Abstract: An apparatus for controlling operating features of a model train includes a plurality of selection devices, each of which corresponds to a respective operating feature of the train. The apparatus also includes a controller connected to the selection devices of the apparatus. The controller is operative to generate control signals such as digital messages or DC offset signals corresponding to the selection devices. The apparatus further includes a plurality of switches to control the form the control signals take, and a transmitter connected to the controller. The transmitter is operative to send the digital or DC offset messages that are generated by the controller to a receiver located on the train in order to carry out the desired functions. This invention provides for at least a single button output of complex messages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2007
    Assignee: Lionel L.L.C.
    Inventors: Louis Kovach, Neil P. Young, James Rohde, John Ricks
  • Patent number: 6815556
    Abstract: A compound according to formula one that is useful as a fungicide is provided. Additionally, processes to make and use same are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2004
    Assignee: Dow AgroSciences LLC
    Inventors: Carla Jean Rasmussen Klittich, Jeannie Rachel Cetusic, Marilene Tenguan Iamauti, Irene Mae Morrison, Michael Thomas Sullenberger, William Chi-Leung Lo, Ann Marie Buysse, Brent Jeffrey Rieder, John Todd Mathieson, Monica Britt Olson, Michael John Ricks
  • Publication number: 20040113022
    Abstract: An apparatus for controlling operating features of a model train includes a plurality of selection devices, each of which corresponds to a respective operating feature of the train. The apparatus also includes a controller connected to the selection devices of the apparatus. The controller is operative to generate control signals such as digital messages or DC offset signals corresponding to the selection devices. The apparatus further includes a plurality of switches to control the form the control signals take, and a transmitter connected to the controller. The transmitter is operative to send the digital or DC offset messages that are generated by the controller to a receiver located on the train in order to carry out the desired functions. This invention provides for at least a single button output of complex messages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2003
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Inventors: Louis Kovach, Neil P. Young, James Rohde, John Ricks
  • Publication number: 20040030189
    Abstract: A compound according to formula one that is useful as a fungicide is provided. Additionally, processes to make and use same are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2003
    Publication date: February 12, 2004
    Inventors: Carla Jean Rasmussen Klittich, Jeannie Rachel Cetusic, Marilene Tenguan Iamauti, Irene Mae Morrison, Michael Thomas Sullenberger, William Chi-Leung Lo, Ann Marie Buysse, Brent Jeffrey Rieder, John Todd Mathieson, Monica Britt Olson, Michael John Ricks
  • Patent number: 6180145
    Abstract: A process for preparing potatoes improves the shelf life of cooked potatoes and improves the appearance, taste, and texture of the potatoes. The potatoes first are washed. They are next perforated and then coated with an edible oil. The potatoes are cooked by heating the core to between about 195 and 200° F. and holding for about 15 minutes. The cooked potatoes are soaked in a solution to rehydrate the potato cells. The rehydrated potato has an extended shelf life with improved appearance, taste, and texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Assignee: T & M Potato, LLC
    Inventor: John Ricks
  • Patent number: 3988509
    Abstract: Continuous process for the production of reduced melt index, low gel content ethylene copolymers comprising the in-line addition of a solution of a free radical initiator into the polymer stream under turbulent conditions after most but not all of the unreacted monomers have been removed. The reduced melt index, low gel content ethylene copolymers prepared by the above process are particularly useful in coating compositions for paper, paperboard or corrugated board.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1975
    Date of Patent: October 26, 1976
    Assignee: E. I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company
    Inventors: Edward Cooper Ballard, John Ricks Priest