Patents by Inventor Lance Dean

Lance Dean 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: 8384556
    Abstract: An elliptically housed solar powered intrusion detection/notification device having a flashing LED light source and audible human voice alarm activated by a passive infrared (PIR) sensor motion detector in conjunction with a battery recharged via surface mounted photovoltaic cells, and a control circuit coupled to the light source/alarm, the PIR motion detector and the battery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Inventors: Gordon Ko, Lance Dean
  • Publication number: 20110260880
    Abstract: An elliptically housed solar powered intrusion detection/notification device having a flashing LED light source and audible human voice alarm activated by a passive infrared (PIR) sensor motion detector in conjunction with a battery recharged via surface mounted photovoltaic cells, and a control circuit coupled to the light source/alarm, the PIR motion detector and the battery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2010
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Inventors: Lance Dean, Gordon Ko
  • Patent number: 7626509
    Abstract: An easily deployable miniature, LED light unit specifically for home security yard signs that is rechargeable by means of a solar cell array having a light sensor which automatically activates the light at dusk and deactivates it at dawn. The solar light unit is contained in a unique compact molded housing that positions the components and also includes an integral clamp-mount specifically for slide-on mounting to the stakes of typical home security signs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Inventor: Lance Dean
  • Publication number: 20080218088
    Abstract: An easily deployable miniature, LED light unit specifically for home security yard signs that is rechargeable by means of a solar cell array having a light sensor which automatically activates the light at dusk and deactivates it at dawn. The solar light unit is contained in a unique compact molded housing that positions the components and also includes an integral clamp-mount specifically for slide-on mounting to the stakes of typical home security signs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2007
    Publication date: September 11, 2008
    Inventor: Lance Dean
  • Patent number: 5184389
    Abstract: A gyratory mantle liner assembly for use in a gyratory crushing machine including a mainshaft to which is attached a retaining ring having a lip, a conical-shaped upper liner having a serrated and bevelled lower edge, a plurality of lower liner segments and having an upper bevelled edge arranged around the lower circumference of the mainshaft, and a retaining nut for tightening and applying constant force to the upper and lower liner segments to hold them securely against the mainshaft. The lower liner segments defining the crushing surface are generally made of heat treated alloy material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 1991
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1993
    Assignee: Newmont Gold Company
    Inventor: Lance Dean
  • Patent number: 5080294
    Abstract: A gyratory mantle liner assembly for use in a gyratory cone crushing machine; each assembly includes a retaining ring formed from high density steel having a conical lip on the edge surface thereof, a conical shape upper liner having arcuate teeth and a bevelled lower-end surface on the arcuate teeth formed from mild steel, a plurality of lower liner segments having an upper arcuate tooth surface with a bevelled edge and a seat, and a retaining nut for tightening and holding in position the upper and lower liner segments. The lower liner segments defining the crushing surface are made from heat treated alloy material and are arranged in a ring fashion on the bell skirt without the need for adhesives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 1990
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1992
    Assignee: Newmont Gold Company
    Inventor: Lance Dean