Patents by Inventor John W. Benson

John W. Benson 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: 11974412
    Abstract: Provided are systems and methods for managing a processing load of a processing module and thermal energy produced by the processing load. In one example, a method includes identifying a hot water profile that contains usage information of hot water from a hot water tank that serves as a heat sink for the thermal energy. A determination may be made as to whether it is economically desirable to increase or decrease the processing load based on factors such as an economic value generated by the processing load, a cost of energy needed to support the processing load, and an economic value of the thermal energy transferred to the hot water tank based on the hot water profile. The processing load may be dynamically modulated by a local or remote controller in response to the economic desirability of increasing or decreasing the processing load as well as other possible parameters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2024
    Assignee: Hunt Energy, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Todd W. Benson, Lovis Kauf, John-Paul Adams, James A. Hancock, John S. Burkhart, James D. Franks, Hunter L. Hunt
  • Patent number: 5286919
    Abstract: A system for managing communication or power cables in proximity to a computer system. The system provides enclosures for routing or housing cables horizontally or vertically. Each enclosure is adapted for attachment to a computer cabinet, is easily installed and provides direct access for cable installation. The enclosures provide enhanced safety for personnel working in the area as well as presenting an outward appearance which is aesthetically pleasing and complementary with that of the computer system to which they are attached.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 1991
    Date of Patent: February 15, 1994
    Assignee: Digital Equipment Corporation
    Inventors: John W. Benson, Donald T. Staffiere
  • Patent number: D352501
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 1990
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1994
    Assignee: Digital Equipment Corporation
    Inventors: Allan E. Weaver, John W. Benson, Robert W. Moore, J. John Schrenk