Patents by Inventor Leo W. Fleury, Jr.
Leo W. Fleury, Jr. 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).
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Patent number: 11680865Abstract: Examples of a leak detection system are disclosed. In one example according to aspects of the present disclosure, a leak detection system includes a housing defining an interior, the housing connected to a component of a water distribution system. The leak detection system also includes a leak detection sensor contained within the interior of the housing and configured to detect a leak within the water distribution system. Additionally, the leak detection system includes a digital signal processing circuit in communication with the leak detection sensor.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2021Date of Patent: June 20, 2023Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, Werner Guenther Richarz, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf, Timothy Scott Edward Hiller, Steven James Mercer, Stefan Erik Janhunen
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Patent number: 11630021Abstract: A nozzle cap assembly includes a nozzle cap defining a bore, the bore defining internal threading configured to mount the nozzle cap on a nozzle of a fire hydrant; an enclosure attached to the nozzle cap; a vibration sensor positioned within the enclosure; a circuit board positioned within the enclosure, the circuit board connected in electrical communication with the vibration sensor, the circuit board configured to process an electrical current transmitted by the vibration sensor; and an antenna connected in electrical communication with the circuit board, the antenna configured to transmit a signal received from the circuit board.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2019Date of Patent: April 18, 2023Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf
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Publication number: 20220082467Abstract: Examples of a leak detection system are disclosed. In one example according to aspects of the present disclosure, a leak detection system includes a housing defining an interior, the housing connected to a component of a water distribution system. The leak detection system also includes a leak detection sensor contained within the interior of the housing and configured to detect a leak within the water distribution system. Additionally, the leak detection system includes a digital signal processing circuit in communication with the leak detection sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 29, 2021Publication date: March 17, 2022Inventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, Werner Guenther Richarz, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf, Timothy Scott Edward Hiller, Steven James Mercer, Stefan Erik Janhunen
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Publication number: 20190316983Abstract: A nozzle cap assembly includes a nozzle cap defining a bore, the bore defining internal threading configured to mount the nozzle cap on a nozzle of a fire hydrant; an enclosure attached to the nozzle cap; a vibration sensor positioned within the enclosure; a circuit board positioned within the enclosure, the circuit board connected in electrical communication with the vibration sensor, the circuit board configured to process an electrical current transmitted by the vibration sensor; and an antenna connected in electrical communication with the circuit board, the antenna configured to transmit a signal received from the circuit board.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2019Publication date: October 17, 2019Inventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf
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Patent number: 10386257Abstract: A nozzle cap assembly includes a nozzle cap configured to mount on a fire hydrant, the nozzle cap housing defining an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface defining a nozzle cap cavity within the nozzle cap; an antenna enclosure mounted to the nozzle cap, a portion of the antenna enclosure disposed external to the nozzle cap; and an antenna positioned within the antenna enclosure.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2017Date of Patent: August 20, 2019Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf
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Publication number: 20180224349Abstract: Examples of a leak detection system are disclosed. In one example according to aspects of the present disclosure, a leak detection system includes a housing defining an interior, the housing connected to a component of a water distribution system. The leak detection system also includes a leak detection sensor contained within the interior of the housing and configured to detect a leak within the water distribution system. Additionally, the leak detection system includes a digital signal processing circuit in communication with the leak detection sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2018Publication date: August 9, 2018Inventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, Werner Guenther Richarz, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf, Timothy Scott Edward Hiller, Steven James Mercer, Stefan Erik Janhunen
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Patent number: 9939069Abstract: A gate valve includes a body, a stem, and a sensing bore. A subassembly includes a body, the body defining a sensing bore; and at least one of a vein and a plug in the sensing bore. A method of sensing an aspect of a water control system includes gaining access to the water control system through an access bore in a gate valve; at least temporarily removing water for testing from the access bore; and sensing an aspect of the removed water.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2016Date of Patent: April 10, 2018Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Normand James Roy, James Ola Williams, Kenneth A. Clark
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Publication number: 20170121949Abstract: A nozzle cap assembly includes a nozzle cap configured to mount on a fire hydrant, the nozzle cap housing defining an inner surface and an outer surface, the inner surface defining a nozzle cap cavity within the nozzle cap; an antenna enclosure mounted to the nozzle cap, a portion of the antenna enclosure disposed external to the nozzle cap; and an antenna positioned within the antenna enclosure.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2017Publication date: May 4, 2017Inventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf
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Publication number: 20170074408Abstract: A gate valve includes a body, a stem, and a sensing bore. A subassembly includes a body, the body defining a sensing bore; and at least one of a vein and a plug in the sensing bore. A method of sensing an aspect of a water control system includes gaining access to the water control system through an access bore in a gate valve; at least temporarily removing water for testing from the access bore; and sensing an aspect of the removed water.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2016Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Normand James Roy, James Ola Williams, Kenneth A. Clark
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Patent number: 9593999Abstract: A leak detection structure for attachment to a fire hydrant includes an enclosure, the enclosure defining a cavity internal to the enclosure and a leak detection subassembly located in the cavity, the leak detection subassembly including at least one leak detection sensor and at least one circuit.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2012Date of Patent: March 14, 2017Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf
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Patent number: 9534694Abstract: A gate valve includes a body, a stem, and a sensing bore. A subassembly includes a body, the body defining a sensing bore; and at least one of a vein and a plug in the sensing bore. A method of sensing an aspect of a water control system includes gaining access to the water control system through an access bore in a gate valve; at least temporarily removing water for testing from the access bore; and sensing an aspect of the removed water.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2015Date of Patent: January 3, 2017Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Normand James Roy, James Ola Williams, Kenneth A. Clark
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Patent number: 9506591Abstract: A self-restrained pipe joint system and method of assembly to connect two lengths of pipe in a mechanical joint, which maximizes the advantages of both restrained push-on joints as well as mechanical joints, as are known commonly in the art. The invention has application to long-run pipe lengths as well as to appurtenances, including fittings and connections. The gasket contains locking members that act to restrain separation upon the instance of any force tending to separate the connected pipe lengths.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2014Date of Patent: November 29, 2016Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Mikhail German, Jr., Leo W. Fleury, Jr.
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Patent number: 9458609Abstract: A device for flushing a hydrant includes a stem connected to a valve of the hydrant; and an actuation system including a biased translational system coupled to the stem. An actuation system for flushing a hydrant includes a fluid; a piston assembly movable by the fluid; and a biasing element at least indirectly biasing the piston assembly towards a stop position. A method of flushing a hydrant includes operating an actuation system coupled to the hydrant, the actuation system including a stored energy device, a piston assembly coupled to a stem of the hydrant; and a biasing element coupled to the stem, the stem connected to a valve of the hydrant; and opening the valve of the hydrant by releasing energy from the stored energy device against a piston plate of the piston assembly.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2013Date of Patent: October 4, 2016Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Normand James Roy, James Ola Williams, Kenneth A. Clark, Edward C. Parish
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Patent number: 9441771Abstract: A device for coupling a male piping member to a female piping member includes a compressible sealing gasket and a gripping ring surrounding the male piping member, the gripping ring including at least one gripping member and at least one overlapping surface. An intermediate ring surrounding the male piping member at least partially overlaps an overlapping surface of the gripping ring and communicates with the compressible sealing gasket. A locking ring surrounding the male piping member communicates with the gripping ring, wherein through a tightening connection between the locking ring and the female piping member, the locking ring communicates with the gripping ring forcing the intermediate ring into the compressible sealing gasket to form a seal between the male piping member and the female piping member and subsequently to force the gripping ring to grip the male piping member.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2011Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Mikhail German, Leo W. Fleury, Jr.
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Patent number: 9291520Abstract: A leak detection system includes a housing for installation within a hydrant; at least one leak detection sensor within the housing; and a transmitter circuit in communication with the at least one leak detection sensor for communicating leak detection data.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2012Date of Patent: March 22, 2016Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, Werner Guenther Richarz, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf, Timothy Scott Edward Hiller, Steven James Mercer, Stefan Erik Janhunen
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Patent number: 9194108Abstract: A device for flushing a hydrant includes a stem connected to a fluid valve of the hydrant and an actuation system including a biased translational system coupled to the stem, a compressed gas, and a normally-open gas discharge valve. An actuation system for flushing a hydrant includes a fluid, a piston assembly movable by the fluid, a manual bleed valve in communication with the fluid, and a biasing element at least indirectly biasing the piston assembly towards a stop position.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: November 24, 2015Assignee: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, Jr., Normand James Roy, James Ola Williams, Kenneth A. Clark, Paul Gifford, Christian Michael Granata, Edward C. Parish
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Publication number: 20150219223Abstract: A gate valve includes a body, a stem, and a sensing bore. A subassembly includes a body, the body defining a sensing bore; and at least one of a vein and a plug in the sensing bore. A method of sensing an aspect of a water control system includes gaining access to the water control system through an access bore in a gate valve; at least temporarily removing water for testing from the access bore; and sensing an aspect of the removed water.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2015Publication date: August 6, 2015Inventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Normand James Roy, James Ola Williams, Kenneth A. Clark
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Publication number: 20140360004Abstract: A self-restrained pipe joint system and method of assembly to connect two lengths of pipe in a mechanical joint, which maximizes the advantages of both restrained push-on joints as well as mechanical joints, as are known commonly in the art. The invention has application to long-run pipe lengths as well as to appurtenances, including fittings and connections.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2014Publication date: December 11, 2014Inventors: Mikhail German, JR., Leo W. Fleury, JR.
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Publication number: 20130049968Abstract: A leak detection system includes a housing for installation within a hydrant; at least one leak detection sensor within the housing; and a transmitter circuit in communication with the at least one leak detection sensor for communicating leak detection data.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2012Publication date: February 28, 2013Applicant: MUELLER INTERNATIONAL, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, Werner Guenther Richarz, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf, Timothy Scott Edward Hiller, Steven James Mercer, Stefan Erik Janhunen
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Publication number: 20130036796Abstract: A leak detection structure for attachment to a fire hydrant includes an enclosure, the enclosure defining a cavity internal to the enclosure and a leak detection subassembly located in the cavity, the leak detection subassembly including at least one leak detection sensor and at least one circuit.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2012Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: Mueller International, LLCInventors: Leo W. Fleury, JR., Ganapathi Deva Varma Dintakurti, James O. Williams, Shabbir Yusuf