Patents by Inventor Kenneth R. Davis

Kenneth R. Davis 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).

  • Publication number: 20200219216
    Abstract: The present invention allows a virtual online digital classroom to manage the audio and video streams of a teacher and students in a class. The teacher and students may start in a virtual “common room” where the teacher and students may all hear each other's audio and see each other's video streams. The teacher may move the students (and themselves) to two or more virtual breakout rooms. The teacher and/or students in a breakout room can only hear (and optionally only see) the teacher and/or the students in the same breakout room. In other words, the teacher and/or students in the breakout room cannot hear (and optionally cannot see) the teacher and/or students in the common room or in other breakout rooms. In preferred embodiments, the teacher may introduce different material to different breakout rooms and assess students during the breakout session.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2018
    Publication date: July 9, 2020
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Davis, Eric Friedman, Mohamed Asif, Edoardo Giovanni Ferrara-Bardile, Gemma Artieda Gutierrez, Seth T. Ditchcreek
  • Patent number: 10273996
    Abstract: A clamp for sanitary fittings includes a clamp body formed of a first arcuate member and a second arcuate member movable about a hinge assembly from an open configuration to a closed, latched configuration. The hinge assembly detachably couples the first arcuate member to the second arcuate member. The hinge assembly includes an arcuate finger extending from an end of the first arcuate member, a pin-receiving recess formed within the arcuate finger, and a post formed on an end of the second arcuate member. Upon assembly, the arcuate finger cradles around the post and the post fits within the pin-receiving recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: NORDSON CORPORATION
    Inventors: Carl T. Whitaker, Bruce Williams, Ravikumar Narayanan, Francis J. Lombardi, III, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20180264876
    Abstract: A compact travel art kit. The Kit solves three major issues, lacking in combination in other kits: 1. Rapid Setup: Simply open the hinged lid, flip out the trays, pick up tools and begin creating within seconds. Fast startup is accomplished by having all essential artists tools and supplies within the Kit. Artwork can be created completely within the Kit. When finished, simply close the kit and go. 2. Versatility and Extensive Configuration. Included are container options which allow various media to be switched out via use of palette containers. The Kit is tripod mountable, plus has a secure hand-holder attachment that allows the artist to draw or paint while standing. Additional unique features include water evacuation system, brush holders and easel extender. 3. Portability: The Kit is small, lightweight and easy to carry. This kit is the ideal companion for traveling abroad or traveling around town.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2017
    Publication date: September 20, 2018
    Inventor: Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20150211561
    Abstract: A clamp for sanitary fittings includes a clamp body formed of a first arcuate member and a second arcuate member movable about a hinge assembly from an open configuration to a closed, latched configuration. The hinge assembly detachably couples the first arcuate member to the second arcuate member. The hinge assembly includes an arcuate finger extending from an end of the first arcuate member, a pin-receiving recess formed within the arcuate finger, and a post formed on an end of the second arcuate member. Upon assembly, the arcuate finger cradles around the post and the post fits within the pin-receiving recess.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2015
    Publication date: July 30, 2015
    Applicant: NORDSON CORPORATION
    Inventors: Carl T. Whitaker, Bruce Williams, Ravikumar Narayanan, Francis J. Lombardi, III, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Patent number: 9004545
    Abstract: A clamp for sanitary fittings includes a clamp body formed of a first arcuate member and a second arcuate member movable about a hinge assembly from an open configuration to a closed, latched configuration. The hinge assembly detachably couples the first arcuate member to the second arcuate member. The hinge assembly includes an arcuate finger extending from an end of the first arcuate member, a pin-receiving recess formed within the arcuate finger, and a post formed on an end of the second arcuate member. Upon assembly, the arcuate finger cradles around the post and the post fits within the pin-receiving recess.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Assignee: Nordson Corporation
    Inventors: Carl T. Whitaker, Bruce Williams, Ravikumar Narayanan, Francis J. Lombardi, III, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20120227221
    Abstract: A clamp for sanitary fittings includes a clamp body formed of a first arcuate member and a second arcuate member movable about a hinge assembly from an open configuration to a closed, latched configuration. The hinge assembly detachably couples the first arcuate member to the second arcuate member. The hinge assembly includes an arcuate finger extending from an end of the first arcuate member, a pin-receiving recess formed within the arcuate finger, and a post formed on an end of the second arcuate member. Upon assembly, the arcuate finger cradles around the post and the post fits within the pin-receiving recess.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Applicant: Nordson Corporation
    Inventors: Carl T. Whitaker, Bruce Williams, Ravikumar Narayanan, Francis J. Lombardi, III, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20110095669
    Abstract: A refrigerator wall has an outer shell an inner liner, a cavity formed by the outer shell and the inner liner, insulation filling the cavity, and a vacuum insulation panel positioned in the cavity such that at least one edge of the vacuum insulation panel is located in a substantially maximum volume of insulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2009
    Publication date: April 28, 2011
    Inventors: William T. Moon, William Brown, JR., Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20100144192
    Abstract: A device for electrically connecting a plurality of batteries includes a member including a handle and two arms extending from the handle. The handle includes a first portion, a second portion spaced apart from the first portion, and a connector extending between the first portion and the second portion. The member also includes a contact coupled to a first of the two arms for contacting at least a portion of a battery terminal when the device is secured to a battery. The first of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a first side of a battery and a second of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a second side of the battery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2010
    Publication date: June 10, 2010
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Davis, Edward N. Mrotek, Daniel P. Heil
  • Patent number: 7690943
    Abstract: A device for electrically connecting a plurality of batteries includes a member including a handle and two arms extending from the handle. The handle includes a first portion, a second portion spaced apart from the first portion, and a connector extending between the first portion and the second portion. The member also includes a contact coupled to a first of the two arms for contacting at least a portion of a battery terminal when the device is secured to a battery. The first of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a first side of a battery and a second of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a second side of the battery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2010
    Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology Company
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Davis, Edward N. Mrotek, Daniel P. Heil
  • Publication number: 20090035984
    Abstract: A device for electrically connecting a plurality of batteries includes a member including a handle and two arms extending from the handle. The handle includes a first portion, a second portion spaced apart from the first portion, and a connector extending between the first portion and the second portion. The member also includes a contact coupled to a first of the two arms for contacting at least a portion of a battery terminal when the device is secured to a battery. The first of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a first side of a battery and a second of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a second side of the battery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2008
    Publication date: February 5, 2009
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Davis, Edward N. Mrotek, Daniel P. Heil
  • Patent number: 7452235
    Abstract: A device for electrically connecting a plurality of batteries includes a member including a handle and two arms extending from the handle. The handle includes a first portion, a second portion spaced apart from the first portion, and a connector extending between the first portion and the second portion. The member also includes a contact coupled to a first of the two arms for contacting at least a portion of a battery terminal when the device is secured to a battery. The first of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a first side of a battery and a second of the two arms is configured for securing the device to a second side of the battery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2008
    Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology Company
    Inventors: Kenneth R. Davis, Edward N. Mrotek, Daniel P. Heil
  • Patent number: 7179204
    Abstract: An exercise treadmill is disclosed which includes various features to enhance user operation and to reduce maintenance costs. These features include handlebars with an upwardly curved center section and outwardly flared side portions along with pivoting rear legs for the treadmill frame. The control panel features include snap-in user trays and an overlay covering the numerical key pad along with an auxiliary control panel having a subset of user controls that are larger and more easy to use than the same controls on the main control panel. Maintenance enhancing features include the provision for access panels in the treadmill housing and a belt lubrication system that uses a priming pulse to clear the wax spraying nozzle along with using treadmill operating criteria for scheduling and operating the lubrication system. For injection molded parts such as the control panel, structural strength is enhanced by utilizing gas-assist injection molding to form structural ribs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2007
    Assignee: Brunswick Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy T. Anderson, Michael A. Brennan, Christopher E. Clawson, Thomas B. Cray, Juliette Cherly Daly, Peter Haugen, Edward Honda, John Jung Hsing, Edward Minnich, Steven M. Lenz, Paul D. Osenkarski, Jeffrey J. Partynski, Timothy J. Porth, Thomas F. Smith, Jr., Daniel R. Wille, Chungkin Yee, Gary E. Oglesby, John Danile, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Patent number: 6899659
    Abstract: An exercise treadmill is disclosed which includes various features to enhance user operation and to reduce maintenance costs. These features include handlebars with an upwardly curved center section and outwardly flared side portions along with pivoting rear legs for the treadmill frame. The control panel features include snap-in user trays and an overlay covering the numerical key pad along with an auxiliary control panel having a subset of user controls that are larger and more easy to use than the same controls on the main control panel. Maintenance enhancing features include the provision for access panels in the treadmill housing and a belt lubrication system that uses a priming pulse to clear the wax spraying nozzle along with using treadmill operating criteria for scheduling and operating the lubrication system. For injection molded parts such as the control panel, structural strength is enhanced by utilizing gas-assist injection molding to form structural ribs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2005
    Assignee: Brunswick Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy T. Anderson, Michael A. Brennan, Christopher E. Clawson, Thomas B. Cray, Juliette Cherly Daly, Peter Haugen, Edward Honda, John Jung Hsing, Edward Minnich, Steven M. Lenz, Paul D. Osenkarski, Jeffrey J. Partynski, Timothy J. Porth, Thomas F. Smith, Jr., Daniel R. Wille, Chungkin Yee, Gary E. Oglesby, John Danile, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20030199366
    Abstract: An exercise treadmill is disclosed which includes various features to enhance user operation and to reduce maintenance costs. These features include handlebars with an upwardly curved center section and outwardly flared side portions along with pivoting rear legs for the treadmill frame. The control panel features include snap-in user trays and an overlay covering the numerical key pad along with an auxiliary control panel having a subset of user controls that are larger and more easy to use than the same controls on the main control panel. Maintenance enhancing features include the provision for access panels in the treadmill housing and a belt lubrication system that uses a priming pulse to clear the wax spraying nozzle along with using treadmill operating criteria for scheduling and operating the lubrication system. For injection molded parts such as the control panel, structural strength is enhanced by utilizing gas-assist injection molding to form structural ribs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2003
    Publication date: October 23, 2003
    Applicant: Brunswick Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy T. Anderson, Michael A. Brennan, Christopher E. Clawson, Thomas B. Cray, Juliette Cherly Daly, Peter Haugen, Edward Honda, John Jung Hsing, Edward Minnich, Steven M. Lenz, Paul D. Osenkarski, Jeffrey J. Partynski, Timothy J. Porth, Thomas F. Smith, Daniel R. Wille, Chungkin Yeen, Gary E. Oglesby, John Danile, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Patent number: 6572512
    Abstract: An exercise treadmill is disclosed which includes various features to enhance user operation and to reduce maintenance costs. These features include handlebars with an upwardly curved center section and outwardly flared side portions along with pivoting rear legs for the treadmill frame. The control panel features include snap-in user trays and an overlay covering the numerical key pad along with an auxiliary control panel having a subset of user controls that are larger and more easy to use than the same controls on the main control panel. Maintenance enhancing features include the provision for access panels in the treadmill housing and a belt lubrication system that uses a priming pulse to clear the wax spraying nozzle along with using treadmill operating criteria for scheduling and operating the lubrication system. For injection molded parts such as the control panel, structural strength is enhanced by utilizing gas-assist injection molding to form structural ribs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: Brunswick Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy T. Anderson, Michael A. Brennan, Christopher E. Clawson, Thomas B. Cray, Juliette Cherly Daly, Peter Haugen, Edward Honda, John Jung Hsing, Edward Minnich, Steven M. Lenz, Paul D. Osenkarski, Jeffrey J. Partynski, Timothy J. Porth, Thomas F. Smith, Jr., Daniel R. Wille, Chungkin Yee, Gary E. Oglesby, John Danile, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Publication number: 20020049121
    Abstract: An exercise treadmill is disclosed which includes various features to enhance user operation and to reduce maintenance costs. These features include handlebars with an upwardly curved center section and outwardly flared side portions along with pivoting rear legs for the treadmill frame. The control panel features include snap-in user trays and an overlay covering the numerical key pad along with an auxiliary control panel having a subset of user controls that are larger and more easy to use than the same controls on the main control panel. Maintenance enhancing features include the provision for access panels in the treadmill housing and a belt lubrication system that uses a priming pulse to clear the wax spraying nozzle along with using treadmill operating criteria for scheduling and operating the lubrication system. For injection molded parts such as the control panel, structural strength is enhanced by utilizing gas-assist injection molding to form structural ribs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2001
    Publication date: April 25, 2002
    Inventors: Timothy T. Anderson, Michael A. Brennan, Christopher E. Clawson, Thomas B. Cray, Juliette Cherly Daly, Peter Haugen, Edward Honda, John Jung Hsing, Edward Minnich, Steven M. Lenz, Paul D. Osenkarski, Jeffrey J. Partynski, Timothy J. Porth, Thomas F. Smith, Daniel R. Wille, Chungkin Yee, Gary E. Oglesby, John Danile, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Patent number: 4970455
    Abstract: A device for measuring electromagnetic wave leakage from power supply lines and digital equipment by a system of focused concave reflective plates, an antenna to disburse and detect radiation, and an instrument to measure the leaked radiation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 1989
    Date of Patent: November 13, 1990
    Inventors: Hirosuke Suzuki, Hidenori Furuta, Kenneth R. Davis
  • Patent number: D849937
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Assignee: Nordson Corporation
    Inventors: Carl T. Whitaker, Kenneth R. Davis