Patents by Inventor Larry L. Russell

Larry L. Russell 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: 7194459
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel and a method for creating a database for such directed search are disclosed. A database is created by providing each information provider a plurality of identifier categories, and allowing each information provider to store on the database at least one identifier per applicable category that is associated with the identification of the web site address. A user may search the database and only retrieves a search response by inputting at least one of the identifiers already stored on the database.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2007
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 7186327
    Abstract: A method and apparatus wherein an electrically conductive element is placed inside a previously installed metallic water vessel such as a supply pipe or well. A direct current voltage is then applied between the element and the conductive wall of the vessel. The conductive element can be a partially insulated wire. For causing deposition on the vessel, the voltage applied to the conductive element is of an amount sufficient to cause the potential of the metallic vessel to be lowered below the potential of the element by at least ?0.3 volts, and more adequately ?1.3 volts. An alternative embodiment involves reversing the polarity of the voltage applied between the conductive element and the vessel, causing the oxidation/reduction reaction to reverse, resulting in calcium carbonate being removed from the vessel by the production of acid at the surface of the vessel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2007
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Publication number: 20040236751
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channe and a method for creating a directed search database of web sites identified via a media channel. A preferred method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel comprises creating a database containing one or more web site identifiers associated with the identification of the web site address; permitting a user to search the database by inputting at least one of the web site identifiers; and providing to the user a search response including one or more web site addresses identified via the media channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Publication date: November 25, 2004
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Publication number: 20040236750
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel and a method for creating a directed search database of web sites identified via a media channel. A preferred method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel comprises creating a database containing one or more web site identifiers associated with the identification of the web site address; permitting a user to search the database by inputting at least one of the web site identifiers; and providing to the user a search response including one or more web site addresses identified via the media channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Publication date: November 25, 2004
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 6823332
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel and a method for creating a directed search database of web sites identified via a media channel. A preferred method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel comprises creating a database containing one or more web site identifiers associated with the identification of the web site address; permitting a user to search the database by inputting at least one of the web site identifiers; and providing to the user a search response including one or more web site addresses identified via the media channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2004
    Inventor: Larry L Russell
  • Publication number: 20040199503
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel and a method for creating a directed search database of web sites identified via a media channel. A preferred method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel comprises creating a database containing one or more web site identifiers associated with the identification of the web site address; permitting a user to search the database by inputting at least one of the web site identifiers; and providing to the user a search response including one or more web site addresses identified via the media channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2004
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Publication number: 20040199504
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel and a method for creating a directed search database of web sites identified via a media channel. A preferred method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel comprises creating a database containing one or more web site identifiers associated with the identification of the web site address; permitting a user to search the database by inputting at least one of the web site identifiers; and providing to the user a search response including one or more web site addresses identified via the media channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2004
    Publication date: October 7, 2004
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 6423208
    Abstract: Control of lead contamination in residential water supplies is accomplished by cathodic protection of lead-containing piping and lead-containing fixtures. Specifically, a partially insulated wire is inserted into lead-containing service lateral piping. Application of a DC current to the partially insulated wire causes the wire to act as an anode and transforms the walls of the pipe into the cathode, thereby protecting against corrosion. Alternatively, a sacrificial anode is inserted into a lead-containing fixture. The electrical potential generated by corrosion of this sacrificial anode transforms the walls of the fixture into a cathode thereby preventing corrosion. Carbonate scaling built-up prior to the initiation of cathodic protection may be removed by temporarily blocking the water pipe and introducing cleaning chemicals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Publication number: 20010049687
    Abstract: A method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel and a method for creating a directed search database of web sites identified via a media channel. A preferred method of providing directed search for a web site address identified via a media channel comprises creating a database containing one or more web site identifiers associated with the identification of the web site address; permitting a user to search the database by inputting at least one of the web site identifiers; and providing to the user a search response including one or more web site addresses identified via the media channel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2000
    Publication date: December 6, 2001
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 6159380
    Abstract: A simple, rapid, efficient and inexpensive process for on-site recycling of wastewater with minimal odor wherein the solid wastes generated by the water treatment process are dewatering on-site by solar energy to water content levels below those required for disposal. All operations, including solar dewatering, are accomplished in a compact unit which may be mobile. The solar dewatering unit includes a drying pan over which a solar collector window arrangement is disposed. In the process, wastewater, a water purifying composition and an oxidizing agent are additively mixed together in a first reactor settling tank and the resulting composition is neutralized to a pH of between 7.5-9.4. The added water purifying composition is then allowed to precipitate wherein it binds to and precipitates heavy metals as well as other impurities. The precipitated purifying composition forms a non-hazardous sludge at the bottom of the tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2000
    Assignee: Container-Care International, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry L. Russell, Louis Mohar
  • Patent number: 6103097
    Abstract: Control of lead contamination in residential water supplies is accomplished by cathodic protection of lead-containing piping and lead-containing fixtures. Specifically, a partially insulated wire is inserted into lead-containing service lateral piping. Application of a DC current to the partially insulated wire causes the wire to act as an anode and transforms the walls of the pipe into the cathode, thereby protecting against corrosion. Alternatively, a sacrificial anode is inserted into a lead-containing fixture. The electrical potential generated by corrosion of this sacrificial anode transforms the walls of the fixture into a cathode, thereby preventing corrosion. Carbonate scaling built-up prior to the initiation of cathodic protection may be removed by temporarily blocking the water pipe and introducing cleaning chemicals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2000
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 5992684
    Abstract: A water dispenser includes a housing containing a water source and a water storage tank positioned above the water source. A water line connects the water source and the water storage tank. A vacuum pump draws a vacuum on the water storage tank thereby drawing water through the water line from the water source to the water storage tank. A tap is coupled to the water storage tank and extends outside the housing to dispense water. Optionally, a carbon dioxide injection system may be provided for producing carbonated water. Further, an ultraviolet light source may be positioned adjacent the water line for disinfection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1999
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 5975628
    Abstract: A tray for a child's high chair. A section of interlocking elements that engage a complementary surface on eating utensils or toys permits removably securing the eating utensil or toy to the tray surface. Tray dimensions may be customized to fit tables of commercially available children's high chairs. The tray may also include a smooth surface that accommodates eating utensils and toys that do not have interlocking elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 2, 1999
    Assignee: Reed International, Ltd.
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell
  • Patent number: 5520803
    Abstract: A simple, rapid, efficient and inexpensive process for on-site recycling of wastewater with minimal odor wherein the solid wastes generated by the water treatment process are dewatering on-site by solar energy to water content levels. below those required for disposal. All operations, including solar dewatering, are accomplished in a compact unit which may be mobile. The solar dewatering unit includes a drying pan over which a solar collector window arrangement is disposed.In the process, wastewater, a water purifying composition and an oxidizing agent are additively mixed together in a first reactor settling tank and the resulting composition is neutralized to a pH of between 7.5-9.4. The added water purifying composition is then allowed to precipitate wherein it binds to and precipitates heavy metals as well as other impurities. The precipitated purifying composition forms a non-hazardous sludge at the bottom of the tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 28, 1996
    Assignee: Container-Care International, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry L. Russell, Louis Mohar
  • Patent number: 5336398
    Abstract: A simple, rapid, efficient and inexpensive process for on-site recycling of wastewater with minimal odor wherein the solid wastes generated by the water treatment process are dewatering on-site by solar energy to water content levels below those required for disposal. All operations, including solar dewatering, are accomplished in a compact unit which may be mobile. The solar dewatering unit includes a drying pan over which a solar collector window arrangement is disposed.In the process, wastewater, a water purifying composition and an oxidizing agent are additively mixed together in a first reactor settling tank and the resulting composition is neutralized to a pH of between 7.5-9.4. The added water purifying composition is then allowed to precipitate wherein it binds to and precipitates heavy metals as well as other impurities. The precipitated purifying composition forms a non-hazardous sludge at the bottom of the tank.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 9, 1994
    Assignee: Container-Care International, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry L. Russell, Louis Mohar
  • Patent number: 5204498
    Abstract: A packaging unit consisting of two molded plastic boxes, each having one side open. One of the boxes is laid flat with the open side up and receives therein a thermal cutoff/clip/resistor assembly. The other molded plastic box is placed over the first and the two are held together by symmetrical interlocking devices. The covers serve as assembly fixtures and protective housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1991
    Date of Patent: April 20, 1993
    Assignee: Therm-O-Disc, Incorporated
    Inventor: Larry L. Russell