Patents by Inventor Kenneth R. Kresinske

Kenneth R. Kresinske 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).

  • Modified passive liquid in-line segmented blender
    Patent number: 5374120
    Abstract: A liquefying apparatus for melting and blending solid materials includes a hopper with a coiled heating element disposed therein which supports and melts the solid materials into liquid form. The hopper is segmented into a plurality of compartments and as the solid material melts the liquid is collected in the lower portion of the hopper. The collected liquid is continuously agitated to ensure that there are no concentration pockets. The lower section is also provided with a deaeration device to prevent entrained air from entering the liquid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1994
    Assignee: Eastman Kodak Company
    Inventors: Steven D. Possanza, Thomas K. Winkler, Kenneth R. Kresinske