Patents by Inventor Mark Allen

Mark Allen 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).

  • STEAM DISPERSION SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20220042689
    Abstract: A steam dispersion system for building humidification is disclosed. At least a portion of the steam dispersion system is comprised of a flexible material that is collapsible for changing the outer dimension of the portion comprised of the flexible material from a greater, higher-pressure, size, to a smaller, lower-pressure, size.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2021
    Publication date: February 10, 2022
    Inventors: James Michael Lundgreen, David Michael Baird, Joseph T. Haag, Mark Allen Kirkwold
  • CONTINUOUS-WAVE RADAR SYSTEM FOR DETECTING FERROUS AND NON-FERROUS METALS IN SALTWATER ENVIRONMENTS
    Publication number: 20220026563
    Abstract: The present invention includes systems and methods for a continuous-wave (CW) radar system for detecting, geolocating, identifying, discriminating between, and mapping ferrous and non-ferrous metals in brackish and saltwater environments. The CW radar system generates multiple extremely low frequency (ELF) electromagnetic waves simultaneously and uses said waves to detect, locate, and classify objects of interest. These objects include all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as changing material boundary layers (e.g., soil to water, sand to mud, rock to organic materials, water to air, etc.). The CW radar system is operable to detect objects of interest in near real time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2021
    Publication date: January 27, 2022
    Applicant: HG Partners, LLC
    Inventors: Carlos Alberto Fonts, Carlos Ernesto Fonts, Mark Allen O'Hair, John Richard O'Hair, Richard Dolan Randall
  • Geiger-mode focal plane array with monolithically integrated resistors
    Patent number: 11233076
    Abstract: A GmAPD FPA having increased tolerance optical overstress includes a limit resistor that is monolithically integrated into each pixel in the FPA, and which limits the magnitude of the current entering the read out integrated circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2022
    Assignee: ARGO AI, LLC
    Inventors: Mark Allen Itzler, Brian Piccione, Xudong Jiang, Krystyna Slomkowski
  • Scale and rotatable scanner with a maintained standalone calibration memory and removable controller
    Patent number: 11226227
    Abstract: A scale and scanner system includes a controller to control operation of the scale and scanner system. A scale calibration parameter memory for storing scale calibration parameters is coupleable to the controller. A scanning module and a scale module are coupleable to the controller. When the controller is not coupled to the scanning module or scale module, the scale calibration parameter memory remains in the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: NCR Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Allen Rambler, Paul Oliver Detwiler, Kenneth Joseph Fabian
  • Removable scale and scanner system control from a system with a maintained standalone calibration memory
    Patent number: 11226228
    Abstract: A scale and scanner system includes a controller to control operation of the scale and scanner system. A scale calibration parameter memory for storing scale calibration parameters is coupleable to the controller. A scanning module and a scale module are coupleable to the controller. When the controller is not coupled to the scanning module or scale module, the scale calibration parameter memory remains in the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: NCR Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Allen Rambler, Paul Oliver Detwiler, Kenneth Joseph Fabian
  • SKIN-FORMING DIE AND HONEYCOMB EXTRUSION DIE
    Publication number: 20220001576
    Abstract: A skin-forming die includes an inlet face; an outlet face; one or more slots, each of the one or more slots comprising one or more slot inlets extending between the one or more slot inlets and the outlet face; a plurality of feedholes extending between the inlet face and the one or more slot inlets; and a central opening configured to receive a matrix die. Extrusion die apparatus and methods of manufacturing honeycomb bodies are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2019
    Publication date: January 6, 2022
    Inventors: Thomas William Brew, Mark Allen Spetseris, Eric Lee Thompson
  • CRYSTALLINE L-ARGININE SALT OF (R)-2-(7-(4-CYCLOPENTYL-3- (TRIFLUOROMETHYL)BENZYLOXY)-1,2,3, 4-TETRAHYDROCYCLO-PENTA [B]INDOL-3-YL)ACETIC ACID(COMPOUND1) FOR USE IN SIPI RECEPTOR-ASSOCIATED DISORDERS
    Publication number: 20220002244
    Abstract: The present invention relates to, inter alia, a novel crystalline free-plate habit or morphology, processes for preparing the crystalline free-plate habit, and uses of the crystalline free-plate habit of the L-arginine salt of (R)-2-(7-(4-cyclopentyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzyloxy)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydrocyclo-penta[b]indol-3-yl)acetic acid (Compound 1) in the treatment of S1P1 receptor-associated disorders, for example, diseases and disorders mediated by lymphocytes, transplant rejection, autoimmune diseases and disorders, inflammatory diseases and disorders (e.g., acute and chronic inflammatory conditions), cancer, and conditions characterized by an underlying defect in the vascular integrity or that are associated with angiogenesis such as may be pathologic (e.g., as may occur in inflammation, tumor development, and atherosclerosis).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2021
    Publication date: January 6, 2022
    Inventors: Anthony C. Blackburn, Ryan O. Castro, Mark Allen Hadd, You-An Ma, Antonio Garrido Montalban, Jaimie Karyn Rueter, Lee Alani Selvey, Sagar Raj Shakya, Marlon Carlos
  • GEIGER-MODE FOCAL PLANE ARRAY WITH MONOLITHICALLY INTEGRATED RESISTORS
    Publication number: 20210408089
    Abstract: A GmAPD FPA having increased tolerance optical overstress includes a limit resistor that is monolithically integrated into each pixel in the FPA, and which limits the magnitude of the current entering the read out integrated circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2021
    Publication date: December 30, 2021
    Inventors: Mark Allen ITZLER, Brian PICCIONE, Xudong JIANG, Krystyna SLOMKOWSKI
  • Power connector for electronic equipment supported by a rack assembly
    Patent number: 11212936
    Abstract: A power connector includes an outer casing couplable to a chassis such that the outer casing is positioned between sides of the chassis. The power connector also includes a body movably coupled to the outer casing. The body is movable between a first position and a second position. The body extends beyond the outer casing when in the first position. The body positioned entirely within the outer casing when in the second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2021
    Assignee: ABB Power Electronics Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Allen Johnson, Edward Clark Fontana, Charles Edward Higby
  • CRYSTALLIZABLE SHRINKABLE FILMS AND THERMOFORMABLE SHEETS MADE FROM REACTOR GRADE RESINS
    Publication number: 20210394468
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to crystallizable shrinkable films and thermoformable sheets comprising amorphous polyester compositions which comprise residues of terephthalic acid, neopentyl glycol (NRG), 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol (CHDM), ethylene glycol (EG), and diethylene glycol (DEG), in certain compositional ranges having certain advantages and improved properties including recyclability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2019
    Publication date: December 23, 2021
    Applicant: Eastman Chemical Company
    Inventors: Mark Allen Peters, Jacob E. Napierala, Rondell Paul Little, JR., James Carl Williams
  • CRYSTALLIZABLE SHRINKABLE FILMS AND THERMOFORMABLE SHEETS MADE FROM RESINS BLENDS
    Publication number: 20210395446
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to crystallizable shrinkable films and thermoformable film(s) or sheet(s) comprising blends of polyester compositions which comprise residues of terephthalic acid, neopentyl glycol (NRG), 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol (CHDM), ethylene glycol (EG), and diethylene glycol (DEG), in certain compositional ranges having certain advantages and improved properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2019
    Publication date: December 23, 2021
    Applicant: Eastman Chemical Company
    Inventors: Mark Allen Peters, Jacob E. Napierala, Rondell Paul Little, Jr., James Carl Williams, James Wesley Peer
  • Appliance network connectivity apparatus
    Patent number: 11196650
    Abstract: An appliance network connectivity apparatus includes a voltage sensor that generates a signal at an output that is proportional to a voltage provided to the appliance. A current sensor generates a signal at an output that is proportional to a current flowing through the appliance. A processor determines the electrical characteristics of power consumed by the appliance and executes web server software for communicating data through a network. A relay controls power from the power source to the appliance. A memory stores the electrical characteristics. A network interface provides the electrical characteristics to the network.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: Tenrehte Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Allen Indovina, Jennifer Marie Indovina, Russell Dean Priebe, Carlos Antonio Barrios, Steven Lee Boggs
  • Pull handle assembly and door cover
    Patent number: 11187007
    Abstract: The present invention provides a door pull assembly including an external mounting brace, a securing means to affix the brace to a door, a mounting assembly mounted with the brace, and a pull assembly mountable within the mounting assembly. The external mounting brace includes a front face and a rear wall, the rear wall securable against an interior portion of the door and a plurality of interior walls defining an enclosed cavity. The mounting assembly affixable within the enclosed cavity and including at least one fastener engaging with the fastener mating element within the external mounting brace. The pull assembly mountable in an interior space of the mounting assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2021
    Assignee: National Security and Door Corp.
    Inventors: Mark Allen Longest, Scott Childress
  • Composite spray bars
    Patent number: 11187154
    Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a fuel delivery component, a substantially rigid, unitary structure formed as a single piece of material, and at least a first seamless lumen defined by the unitary structure as a first loop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2021
    Assignee: Woodward, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Allen Broome, Seth E. Rutan, Mark G. Goeddeke
  • Composite spray bars
    Patent number: 11187153
    Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a fuel delivery component, including a substantially rigid, unitary structure formed as a single piece of material, and at least a first seamless lumen defined by the unitary structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2021
    Assignee: Woodward, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Allen Broome, Seth E. Rutan, Mark G. Goeddeke
  • Hydraulic and lubricating fluid contamination sensor system
    Patent number: 11181457
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for maintaining the rate of flow of hydraulic or lubricating fluid through a particle contamination sensor or monitor at an acceptable level is disclosed. The rate of flow may be a specific value or lie within a desired range of values. Regardless, maintaining the rate of flow at an acceptable level improves the accuracy of information produced by the contamination sensor or monitor. A display for displaying the particle information created by a particle contamination sensor or monitor in a manner more easily understood by maintenance personnel and a method of creating such a display is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2021
    Assignee: Fluidmatics, LLC
    Inventors: Nickolas Bernheart Nesland, Sr., Mark Allen Conover
  • Actuator bracket having a sensor
    Patent number: 11181401
    Abstract: Actuator bracket having a sensor is disclosed. An example apparatus includes a bracket to couple a controller to an actuator. The bracket has a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a first side extending from the first end to the second end. The first end is to couple to an actuator and the second end is to couple to a controller. The apparatus also includes a first sensor coupled to the first side at the first end of the bracket. The first sensor is to measure a characteristic of the first end when the bracket is coupled to the actuator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2021
    Assignee: Fisher Controls International LLC
    Inventors: Shannon Eugene Jelken, Mark Allen Rachuy, Benjamin Uriah Good
  • INSULATION FOR A STEAM CARRYING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF ATTACHMENT THEREOF
    Publication number: 20210346852
    Abstract: A steam dispersion system including insulation is disclosed. The steam dispersion system may include a steam dispersion tube with at least one opening defined on an outer surface of the steam dispersion tube and a hollow interior. The insulation covers at least a portion of the steam dispersion tube, the insulation defining an opening aligned with the opening of the steam dispersion tube, wherein the insulation meets 25/50 flame/smoke indexes for UL723/ASTM E-84 and has a thermal conductivity less than about 0.35 Watts/m-K (2.4 in-hr/ft{circumflex over (?)}2 deg F.). A nozzle defining a throughhole may be placed within the opening of the steam dispersion tube, the throughhole being in fluid communication with the hollow interior of the steam dispersion tube to provide a steam exit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2021
    Publication date: November 11, 2021
    Inventors: James Michael Lundgreen, David Baird, Joseph T. Haag, Mark Allen Kirkwold, Scott Allen Nuteson
  • DOOR ASSEMBLY FOR AN ENCLOSURE OF A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE
    Publication number: 20210333041
    Abstract: A refrigerator includes a cabinet defining a chilled chamber, an enclosure housing positioned within the chilled chamber, the enclosure housing defining an enclosure and a docking port configured for receiving a water filter, and a door assembly for providing selective access to the enclosure. The door assembly includes an access door pivotally mounted to the enclosure housing, a guide pin mounted to the enclosure housing, a guide bar having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the first end being pivotally mounted to the access door and the second end defining a slot having the guide pin slidably received therein, a friction washer mounted on the guide pin adjacent the guide bar; and a spring member mounted on the guide pin and being configured for urging the friction washer against the guide bar to resist motion of the access door.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2020
    Publication date: October 28, 2021
    Inventors: Madan Gopal Reddy Pathapati, Herbert Sabelhaus, Mark Allen Stout, Michael William Basley
  • Lid
    Patent number: D938820
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Assignee: KELLOGG COMPANY
    Inventors: Sean Sanders, Matthew J. Costello, Derek A. Smith, Jeff Nuss, Donald Joswick, Mark Allen Fager