Patents by Inventor Mark Catron

Mark Catron 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: 11167641
    Abstract: A method for reconfiguring operator controls of a work vehicle is disclosed. The method comprises providing a user interface operatively coupled to a control device. Displaying one or more displays of an apparatus configuration on a display screen of the user interface, each of the one or more displays including graphics associated with a function of the apparatus. Associating a control output of a control unit of the control device with the function of the apparatus; and dynamically adjusting, by a controller, the control output of the control unit to reconfigure operator controls of the work vehicle in response to a change in the graphics or a change in the relative arrangement of the one or more displays on the display screen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2021
    Assignee: Deere & Company
    Inventors: Mark Catron, Timothy J Ofenloch, Joshua D. Hoffman, Ryan G. Brown, Mario L. Donini
  • Publication number: 20210155093
    Abstract: A method for reconfiguring operator controls of a work vehicle is disclosed. The method comprises providing a user interface operatively coupled to a control device. Displaying one or more displays of an apparatus configuration on a display screen of the user interface, each of the one or more displays including graphics associated with a function of the apparatus. Associating a control output of a control unit of the control device with the function of the apparatus; and dynamically adjusting, by a controller, the control output of the control unit to reconfigure operator controls of the work vehicle in response to a change in the graphics or a change in the relative arrangement of the one or more displays on the display screen.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2019
    Publication date: May 27, 2021
    Inventors: Mark Catron, Timothy J Ofenloch, Joshua D. Hoffman, Ryan G. Brown, Mario L. Donini
  • Publication number: 20080029108
    Abstract: A receptacle for receiving smoking waste includes a canister and a cap disposed on the canister. The cap includes a flow-inhibiting surface for affecting gas flow into the canister and a container member forming a containing area disposed horizontally inward of the flow-inhibiting surface for receiving smoke rising from the collection area. The cap can have at least one snuffing area for snuffing smoking material and at least one depositing area for depositing smoking waste into the canister. The opening for depositing smoking waste can allow for 360 degrees access to the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: Mark CATRON, Bartholomew WELLISLEY, Steven JONES
  • Publication number: 20060196547
    Abstract: A tank jacket fits over the outside of a storage tank. The jacket includes a hole for receiving the regulator assembly. The tank jacket supports a hose support assembly for storing the supply hose and a plurality of pockets for retaining various accessories and tools. A gauge protector fits over the regulator assembly and includes a first housing section defining a first cavity for receiving the regulator and a second housing section defining a second cavity for receiving the pressure gauge. A handle is formed on the gauge protector to facilitate carrying of the tank. The gauge protector and tank jacket protect the tank and regulator assembly and provide a system for transporting the tank and related equipment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2005
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: David Trettin, Jon Schlosser, Mark Catron
  • Publication number: 20060196548
    Abstract: A tank transport system consisting of a wheeled cart having compartments for holding tanks includes a hose compartment that stores the hoses for the tanks and other associated equipment. The hose compartment includes a flip down door that, in its open position, is disposed substantially horizontally and contains a number of storage slots for holding equipment. A hose storage rack is provided interior of the hose storage compartment for storing the hoses in a wound state. A number of storage areas are also included within the compartment including a bin formed within the hose rack. A pivotable handle is provided that is used to roll the cart on the wheels. Other storage compartments may also be provided external to the hose compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2005
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: David Trettin, Jon Schlosser, Mark Catron
  • Publication number: 20060196545
    Abstract: A gauge protector that fits over the regulator assembly of a tank and includes a first housing section defining a first cavity for receiving the regulator and a second housing section defining a second cavity for receiving the pressure gauge. The first and second housing sections provide shock protection for the gauge and regulator. The first and second housing sections are rigidly connected to one another and mounted on the regulator assembly such that a force applied to the gauge is at least partially absorbed by the gauge protector and regulator assembly. As a result the force on the gauge is lessened and the integrity of the connection between the gauge and the regulator is maintained.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2005
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: David Trettin, Jon Schlosser, Mark Catron
  • Publication number: 20060196546
    Abstract: A tank jacket that has a top portion and a body portion made of a durable flexible material such as nylon is dimensioned to fit over the outside of a storage tank. The top portion includes a hole for receiving the regulator assembly. Specifically, the regulator assembly is removed from the tank, typically by unscrewing the assembly from the tank, and the jacket is fit over the tank so that the hole aligns with the tank's fill/dispense port. The regulator assembly is then reattached to the tank to retain the jacket on the tank. The tank jacket supports a hose support assembly for storing the supply hose and a plurality of pockets for retaining various accessories and tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2005
    Publication date: September 7, 2006
    Inventors: David Trettin, Jon Schlosser, Mark Catron
  • Patent number: D680652
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: Physio-Control, Inc.
    Inventors: Corey J. Centen, Sarah A. Smith, Gregory V. Browne, Ryan D. Lee, Maegan P. Wilkinson, Richard C. Nova, Chad Alan Follmar, David Mark VandeRiet, Seth Paul Lynch, Mark Catron, Chad Clayton Walters