Patents by Inventor Mark Bowman

Mark Bowman 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: 10539237
    Abstract: A static gasket and method of construction thereof is provided. The gasket includes a functional layer constructed of one type of metal having an opening bounded by an inner periphery an outer periphery. The gasket further includes a carrier layer constructed of a different metal than the functional layer. The carrier layer has an opening bounded by an inner periphery configured to receive the outer periphery of the functional layer in a line-to-line or loose fit. The functional layer is configured in substantially coplanar relation with the carrier layer with a first portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer being welded to a radially aligned first portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer. A second portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer remains detached from a radially aligned second portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: Tenneco Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas W. Swasey, Carl Schenten, Mark Bowman, John Sas, Rolf Prehn, Carlos Santiago, Tim O'Keefe, Michael Shirilla, Thomas O. Zurfluh, Kyle T. Roberts
  • Patent number: 10532783
    Abstract: An apparatus for lifting and rotating a frame of a motor vehicle includes a rotisserie and a rotatably connected fixture that holds the motor vehicle frame during production. The fixture includes clamps extending from arms of the fixture and clamps extending from the front support for affixing the frame of the motor vehicle to the fixture. The fixture may further include a passive lock mechanism for engaging a side sill of the frame that includes a latch, a locking extension, a latch spring that holds the latch in engagement with the frame, and a pendulum that rotates relative to the fixture but remains oriented in a fixed location relative to horizontal. The latch may only be disengaged from the frame when the locking extension is aligned to be received by a slot in the pendulum when the fixture is rotated to the home location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2020
    Assignee: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Matthew Taylor, Mark Bowman, Werner Wilson, Steven Boyer, Donald K Ingles, Sandip Suvedi
  • Patent number: 10533663
    Abstract: A static gasket and method of construction thereof is provided. The gasket includes a functional layer constructed of one type of metal having an opening bounded by an inner periphery an outer periphery. The gasket further includes a carrier layer constructed of a different metal than the functional layer. The carrier layer has an opening bounded by an inner periphery configured to receive the outer periphery of the functional layer in a line-to-line or loose fit. The functional layer is configured in substantially coplanar relation with the carrier layer with a first portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer being welded to a radially aligned first portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer. A second portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer remains detached from a radially aligned second portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2020
    Assignee: Tenneco Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas W. Swasey, Carl Schenten, Mark Bowman, John Sas, Rolf Prehn, Carlos Santiago, Tim O'Keefe, Michael Shirilla, Thomas O. Zurfluh, Kyle T. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20190085977
    Abstract: A static gasket and method of construction thereof is provided. The gasket includes a functional layer constructed of one type of metal having an opening bounded by an inner periphery an outer periphery. The gasket further includes a carrier layer constructed of a different metal than the functional layer. The carrier layer has an opening bounded by an inner periphery configured to receive the outer periphery of the functional layer in a line-to-line or loose fit. The functional layer is configured in substantially coplanar relation with the carrier layer with a first portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer being welded to a radially aligned first portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer. A second portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer remains detached from a radially aligned second portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2018
    Publication date: March 21, 2019
    Inventors: Thomas W. Swasey, Carl Schenten, Mark Bowman, John Sas, Rolf Prehn, Carlos Santiago, Tim O'Keefe, Michael Shirilla, Thomas O. Zurfluh, Kyle T. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20170082197
    Abstract: A static gasket and method of construction thereof is provided. The gasket includes a functional layer constructed of one type of metal having an opening bounded by an inner periphery an outer periphery. The gasket further includes a carrier layer constructed of a different metal than the functional layer. The carrier layer has an opening bounded by an inner periphery configured to receive the outer periphery of the functional layer in a line-to-line or loose fit. The functional layer is configured in substantially coplanar relation with the carrier layer with a first portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer being welded to a radially aligned first portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer. A second portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer remains detached from a radially aligned second portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2016
    Publication date: March 23, 2017
    Inventors: THOMAS W. SWASEY, CARL SCHENTEN, MARK BOWMAN, JOHN SAS, ROLF PREHN, CARLOS SANTIAGO, TIM O'KEEFE, MICHAEL SHIRILLA, THOMAS O. ZURFLUH, KYLE T. ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20170073027
    Abstract: An apparatus for lifting and rotating a frame of a motor vehicle includes a rotisserie and a rotatably connected fixture that holds the motor vehicle frame during production. The fixture includes clamps extending from arms of the fixture and clamps extending from the front support for affixing the frame of the motor vehicle to the fixture. The fixture may further include a passive lock mechanism for engaging a side sill of the frame that includes a latch, a locking extension, a latch spring that holds the latch in engagement with the frame, and a pendulum that rotates relative to the fixture but remains oriented in a fixed location relative to horizontal. The latch may only be disengaged from the frame when the locking extension is aligned to be received by a slot in the pendulum when the fixture is rotated to the home location.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2015
    Publication date: March 16, 2017
    Inventors: Matthew TAYLOR, Mark BOWMAN, Werner WILSON, Steven BOYER, Donald K INGLES, Sandip SUVEDI
  • Patent number: 9518660
    Abstract: A static gasket and method of construction thereof is provided. The gasket includes a functional layer constructed of one type of metal having an opening bounded by an inner periphery an outer periphery. The gasket further includes a carrier layer constructed of a different metal than the functional layer. The carrier layer has an opening bounded by an inner periphery configured to receive the outer periphery of the functional layer in a line-to-line or loose fit. The functional layer is configured in substantially coplanar relation with the carrier layer with a first portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer being welded to a radially aligned first portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer. A second portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer remains detached from a radially aligned second portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Assignee: Federal-Mogul Corporation
    Inventors: Thomas W. Swasey, Carl Schenten, Mark Bowman, John Sas, Carlos Santiago, Rolf Prehn, Tim O'Keefe, Michael Shirilla, Thomas O. Zurfluh, Kyle T. Roberts
  • Patent number: 8906468
    Abstract: A method of applying a low gloss coating to a substrate such as the exterior surface of an aircraft is disclosed. The coating composition comprising a polyene, a polythiol, a flatting agent and a coloring pigment is applied to the substrate and given a first dosage of UV radiation followed by a second dosage in which the second dosage is greater than the first resulting in an ultralow gloss coating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Assignee: PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Bowman, Harry Muschar
  • Publication number: 20130108798
    Abstract: A method of applying a low gloss coating to a substrate such as the exterior surface of an aircraft is disclosed. The coating composition comprising a polyene, a polythiol, a flatting agent and a coloring pigment is applied to the substrate and given a first dosage of UV radiation followed by a second dosage in which the second dosage is greater than the first resulting in an ultralow gloss coating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2011
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Applicant: PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Bowman, Harry L. Muschar
  • Publication number: 20110204307
    Abstract: The present invention provides a sidewalk shed system for use with a scaffold which includes a plurality of vertical posts and a horizontal platform, the temporary fencing system comprising at least two channels, at least one channel-post coupler for coupling a first channel to a lower part of the plurality of vertical posts forming a first lower channel, at least one channel-platform coupler for coupling a second channel to the horizontal platform forming a second lower channel, at least two quadrangular panels, wherein a lower edge of a first panel is to be inserted into the first lower channel, thereby forming a fence adjacent to the plurality of vertical posts, and a lower edge of a second panel is to be inserted into the second lower channel, thereby forming a parapet perpendicular to the horizontal platform.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2010
    Publication date: August 25, 2011
    Inventor: Mark BOWMAN
  • Publication number: 20110168963
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a temporary fencing panel 10 comprising a frame 20 that defines an opening 29 and a mesh 30. The mesh 30 is located within the opening 29 of the frame 20 and is attached to the frame 20. This results in a panel that is safer to handle than conventional temporary fencing panels because there are no mesh ends that are loose or protrude from the frame on which a person may injure themselves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2011
    Publication date: July 14, 2011
    Applicant: STEELHOARD LTD
    Inventor: Mark BOWMAN
  • Publication number: 20110079964
    Abstract: A static gasket and method of construction thereof is provided. The gasket includes a functional layer constructed of one type of metal having an opening bounded by an inner periphery an outer periphery. The gasket further includes a carrier layer constructed of a different metal than the functional layer. The carrier layer has an opening bounded by an inner periphery configured to receive the outer periphery of the functional layer in a line-to-line or loose fit. The functional layer is configured in substantially coplanar relation with the carrier layer with a first portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer being welded to a radially aligned first portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer. A second portion of the outer periphery of the functional layer remains detached from a radially aligned second portion of the inner periphery of the carrier layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventors: Thomas W. Swasey, Carl Schenten, Mark Bowman, John Sas, Carlos Santiago, Rolf Prehn, Tim O'Keefe, Michael Shirilla, Thomas O. Zurfluh, Kyle T. Roberts
  • Publication number: 20100207088
    Abstract: This invention relates to a support base for a fencing panel, comprising: a base portion 12 arranged to be located on the ground; and at least one support portion 20, 30 coupled to the base portion 12 and arranged to be coupled to the fencing panel. The support portion 20, 30 is moveable with respect to the base portion 12 between a stored position and a raised position in which it is capable of being coupled to the fencing panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: STEELHOARD LIMITED
    Inventor: Mark Bowman
  • Patent number: 7525806
    Abstract: A combination current sensor and relay has an improved housing. In one aspect, the housing includes light emitting diodes on an upper surface that indicate open circuit and short circuit conditions. In another aspect, the housing includes a securement structure for a circuit board that includes the transformer and switches for device operation, together with aligned openings therein for routing wires to external devices. In another aspect, a multiple position switch is included on the upper surface that indicates multiple modes of operation of the device. In another aspect, the housing may be assembled in multiple parts by affixing a first portion to a support, a circuit board to the first portion, and a second portion to the first portion. In another aspect, the housing is suitable for engagement to alternatively a junction box and a duplex box. In another aspect, the configuration of the upper surface provides usability advantages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2009
    Assignee: Veris Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Kent Holce, Frank Morey, Matt Rupert, Mark Bowman
  • Publication number: 20090047531
    Abstract: A package coated at least in part with a composition comprising a) a poleyne and b) a polythiol, wherein the composition is curable by radiation, is disclosed. Methods for making such a package are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2007
    Publication date: February 19, 2009
    Applicant: PPG INDUSTRIES OHIO, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Bartley, Mark Bowman, James A. Claar, Mark Martin
  • Publication number: 20080049403
    Abstract: A combination current sensor and relay has an improved housing. In one aspect, the housing includes light emitting diodes on an upper surface that indicate open circuit and short circuit conditions. In another aspect, the housing includes a securement structure for a circuit board that includes the transformer and switches for device operation, together with aligned openings therein for routing wires to external devices. In another aspect, a multiple position switch is included on the upper surface that indicates multiple modes of operation of the device. In another aspect, the housing may be assembled in multiple parts by affixing a first portion to a support, a circuit board to the first portion, and a second portion to the first portion. In another aspect, the housing is suitable for engagement to alternatively a junction box and a duplex box. In another aspect, the configuration of the upper surface provides usability advantages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2007
    Publication date: February 28, 2008
    Inventors: Kent Holce, Frank Morey, Matt Rupert, Mark Bowman
  • Patent number: 7333345
    Abstract: A combination current sensor and relay has an improved housing. In one aspect, the housing includes light emitting diodes on an upper surface that indicate open circuit and short circuit conditions. In another aspect, the housing includes a securement structure for a circuit board that includes the transformer and switches for device operation, together with aligned openings therein for routing wires to external devices. In another aspect, a multiple position switch is included on the upper surface that indicates multiple modes of operation of the device. In another aspect, the housing may be assembled in multiple parts by affixing a first portion to a support, a circuit board to the first portion, and a second portion to the first portion. In another aspect, the housing is suitable for engagement to alternatively a junction box and a duplex box. In another aspect, the configuration of the upper surface provides usability advantages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2008
    Assignee: Veris Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Kent Holce, Frank Morey, Matt Rupert, Mark Bowman
  • Publication number: 20050099257
    Abstract: A combination current sensor and relay has an improved housing. In one aspect, the housing includes light emitting diodes on an upper surface that indicate open circuit and short circuit conditions. In another aspect, the housing includes a securement structure for a circuit board that includes the transformer and switches for device operation, together with aligned openings therein for routing wires to external devices. In another aspect, a multiple position switch is included on the upper surface that indicates multiple modes of operation of the device. In another aspect, the housing may be assembled in multiple parts by affixing a first portion to a support, a circuit board to the first portion, and a second portion to the first portion. In another aspect, the housing is suitable for engagement to alternatively a junction box and a duplex box. In another aspect, the configuration of the upper surface provides usability advantages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2004
    Publication date: May 12, 2005
    Inventors: Kent Holce, Frank Morey, Matt Rupert, Mark Bowman
  • Patent number: 6856515
    Abstract: A combination current sensor and relay has an improved housing. In one aspect, the housing includes light emitting diodes on an upper surface that indicate open circuit and short circuit conditions. In another aspect, the housing includes a securement structure for a circuit board that includes the transformer and switches for device operation, together with aligned openings therein for routing wires to external devices. In another aspect, a multiple position switch is included on the upper surface that indicates multiple modes of operation of the device. In another aspect, the housing may be assembled in multiple parts by affixing a first portion to a support, a circuit board to the first potion, and a second portion to the first portion. In another aspect, the housing is suitable for engagement to alternatively a junction box and a duplex box. In another aspect, the configuration of the upper surface provides usability advantages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2005
    Assignee: Veris Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Kent Holce, Frank Morey, Matt Rupert, Mark Bowman
  • Patent number: 6504695
    Abstract: A combination current sensor and relay has an improved housing. In one aspect, the housing includes light emitting diodes on an upper surface that indicate open circuit and short circuit conditions. In another aspect, the housing includes a securement structure for a circuit board that includes the transformer and switches for device operation, together with aligned openings therein for routing wires to external devices. In another aspect, a multiple position switch is included on the upper surface that indicates multiple modes of operation of the device. In another aspect, the housing may be assembled in multiple parts by affixing a first portion to a support, a circuit board to the first portion, and a second portion to the first portion. In another aspect, the housing is suitable for engagement to alternatively a junction box and a duplex box. In another aspect, the configuration of the upper surface provides usability advantages.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2000
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2003
    Assignee: Veris Industries, LLC
    Inventors: Kent J. Holce, Frank Morey, Matt Rupert, Mark Bowman