Patents by Inventor Mark Schaefer

Mark Schaefer 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).

  • Publication number: 20240110895
    Abstract: A testing device includes a first member to be positioned on one surface of a part to be tested. A second member to be positioned on an opposed surface of the part to be tested. One of the first and second members have an ultrasonic transmitter and the other has an ultrasonic receiver. At least one of the first and second members have at least one magnetic element and the other of the first and second member have at least one magnetic or at least one ferromagnetic metallic element such that when one of the first and second members moves along the surface of the tested part the other of the first and second members will move along an opposed surface with the one of the members.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2022
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Inventors: Douglas McNeil, Jeffrey J. Allen, Joyel Schaefer, Mark R. Gurvich, Michael J. King, Brayton Reed
  • Publication number: 20240110592
    Abstract: A composite drive shaft includes a web-based body defining a longitudinal axis. The web-based body has a first composite layup end section, a second composite layup end section that is opposite to the first composite layup end section, a first spiral composite element extending between the first composite end section and the second composite layup end section, and a second spiral composite element extending between the first composite end section and the second composite layup end section. The first spiral composite element and the second composite spiral element are embedded into the first composite layup end section, and the second composite layup end section. The first composite spiral element and the second composite spiral element are arranged in a bi-directional orientation relative to the longitudinal axis. The first spiral composite element and the second spiral composite element are arranged at pre-determined angles and possess a uni-directional fiber-reinforced polymer-matrix composite structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2023
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Inventors: Mark R. Gurvich, Michael J. King, Brayton Reed, Joyel Schaefer
  • Publication number: 20240110847
    Abstract: A method of testing a part includes placing a first member on a part to be tested. A second member is placed on an opposed surface of the part. One of the members has an ultrasonic transmitter and the other has an ultrasonic receiver. At least one of the members has at least one magnetic element and the other has at least one of a magnetic element or a ferromagnetic metallic element which is attracted to magnets. One of the members moves along the surface of the part such that magnetic attraction causes the other to move along the opposed surface of the part with the one of the members. A controller causes an ultrasonic signal to be sent from the transmitter through the part to be tested which is received by the receiver and then analyzed by an ultrasonic testing machine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2022
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Inventors: Douglas McNeil, Jeffrey J. Allen, Joyel Schaefer, Mark R. Gurvich, Michael J. King, Brayton Reed
  • Publication number: 20240101265
    Abstract: A flexible diaphragm coupler includes a flange having a central support and a flange element extending radially outwardly from the central support. The flange element includes a rim portion having an axially facing surface. The axially facing surface includes a plurality of interlock elements. A diaphragm member is disposed between the first flange and the second flange. The diaphragm member includes a diaphragm element. The diaphragm element includes a central support element and a disc member extending radially outwardly from the central support element. The disc member includes a rim element having an axially facing surface portion including a plurality of interlock members that connect with the plurality of interlock elements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2022
    Publication date: March 28, 2024
    Inventors: Mark R. Gurvich, Joyel Schaefer, Michael J. King, Brayton Reed
  • Patent number: 10912401
    Abstract: A product displaying holder system that is configured to removably secure to a surface of a component includes a base bar including one or more securing mounts, and one or more securing assemblies coupled to the securing mount(s). The securing assemblies are configured to removably secure the product displaying holder system to the surface of the component. One or more product holders are secured to the base bar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2021
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Steven Allen Brenner, Mark Schaefer, Sesha Madireddi, Rushil Eaga, Mani Gundala
  • Publication number: 20210030930
    Abstract: Embodiments of a negative pressure wound therapy systems and methods for operating the systems are disclosed. In some embodiments, a system includes a pump assembly, canister, and a wound dressing configured to be positioned over a wound. The pump assembly, canister, and the wound dressing can be fluidically connected to facilitate delivery of negative pressure to a wound. The pump assembly can present graphical user interface screens for controlling and monitoring delivery of negative pressure. The system can be configured to efficiently deliver negative pressure and to detect and indicate presence of certain conditions, such as low pressure, high pressure, leak, canister full, and the like. Monitoring and detection of operating condition can be performed by measuring one or more operational parameters, such as pressure, flow rate, and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2020
    Publication date: February 4, 2021
    Inventors: Edward Armstrong, Carrie Lee Childress, Alex Fowler, William W. Gregory, WIlliam Joseph Jaecklein, Kathryn Ann Leigh, Paul N. Minor, Michael Mosholder, Andrew P. Muser, Felix Clarence Quintanar, John P. Racette, Christopher Karl Walter Rouseff, Mark Schaefer, Matthew Smith, W. Len Smith, Anthony G. Trupiano, John Wyatt, Annaliese Yeaman
  • Patent number: 10869563
    Abstract: A product displaying holder system is configured to be removably coupled to a surface of a component. The product displaying holder system includes a retaining bracket having a longitudinal main beam and one or more securing mounts. Holder channels are formed through the longitudinal main beam. One or more product holders are removably coupled to the retaining bracket. Each product holder includes a bracket-mating stud that is retained within one of holder channels. The holder channels allow the product holder(s) to be selectively positioned at different locations along the main beam. One or more securing assemblies are coupled to the securing mount(s). The securing assemblies are configured to securely couple the product displaying holder system to the surface of the component. In at least one embodiment, the securing mount(s) are perpendicular to the main beam.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2020
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Steven Allen Brenner, Mark Schaefer, Sesha Madireddi, Rushil Eaga
  • Publication number: 20200093286
    Abstract: A product displaying holder system is configured to be removably coupled to a surface of a component. The product displaying holder system includes a retaining bracket having a longitudinal main beam and one or more securing mounts. Holder channels are formed through the longitudinal main beam. One or more product holders are removably coupled to the retaining bracket. Each product holder includes a bracket-mating stud that is retained within one of holder channels. The holder channels allow the product holder(s) to be selectively positioned at different locations along the main beam. One or more securing assemblies are coupled to the securing mount(s). The securing assemblies are configured to securely couple the product displaying holder system to the surface of the component. In at least one embodiment, the securing mount(s) are perpendicular to the main beam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2019
    Publication date: March 26, 2020
    Applicant: iSee Store Innovations, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Steven Allen Brenner, Mark Schaefer, Sesha Madireddi, Rushil Eaga
  • Publication number: 20200093285
    Abstract: A product displaying holder system that is configured to removably secure to a surface of a component includes a base bar including one or more securing mounts, and one or more securing assemblies coupled to the securing mount(s). The securing assemblies are configured to removably secure the product displaying holder system to the surface of the component. One or more product holders are secured to the base bar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2019
    Publication date: March 26, 2020
    Applicant: iSee Store Innovations, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Steven Allen Brenner, Mark Schaefer, Sesha Madireddi, Rushil Eaga, Mani Gundala
  • Patent number: 10588406
    Abstract: A product holder system is configured to be removably secured to a surface of a component. The system may include a bracket including a main beam and at least one securing mount, and at least one product holder removably and adjustably secured to the main beam. The product holder is configured to removably retain a product. At least one securing assembly is connected to the securing mount(s). The securing assembly is configured to removably secure the product holder system to the surface of the component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2020
    Assignee: ISEE STORE INNOVATIONS, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner, Joseph Vonder Haar, Emad Ayad
  • Patent number: 10492606
    Abstract: A product holder system is configured to be removably secured to a surface of a component. The system may include a bracket including a main beam and at least one securing mount, and at least one product holder removably and adjustably secured to the main beam. The product holder is configured to removably retain a product. At least one securing assembly is connected to the securing mount(s). The securing assembly is configured to removably secure the product holder system to the surface of the component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC.
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner, Joseph Vonder Haar, Emad Ayad
  • Patent number: 10393168
    Abstract: A securing assembly is configured to removably secure a structure to a surface of a component. The securing assembly includes a suction cup, a locking member coupled to the suction cup, and a suction securing nut coupled to the suction cup and the locking member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner, Sesha Madireddi, Sivateja Kasireddi
  • Patent number: 10390616
    Abstract: A product display assembly includes a body, at least one support, and at least one product holder. The body defines an interior volume and includes a base. The at least one support is mounted to the base of the body, and disposed within the interior volume. The support includes a foot and a stem extending from the foot. The foot is mounted to the base of the body and defines a foot plane, and the stem extends from the foot at an oblique angle to the foot plane. The at least one product holder is mounted to the at least one support, and is configured to hold a product at an orientation that is oblique to the foot plane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner
  • Patent number: 10365036
    Abstract: A beverage cooling display system includes a roller assembly that is configured to rotate one or more beverage containers, and a cooling assembly that is configured to cool the one or more beverage containers. A method of cooling and displaying beverages includes rotating one or more beverage containers with a roller assembly, and cooling the one or more beverage containers with a cooling assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2019
    Assignee: ISEE STORE INNOVATIONS, LLC
    Inventors: Chris Trout, Mark Schaefer, Sesha Madireddi
  • Patent number: D868498
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC.
    Inventors: Steven Allen Brenner, Mark Schaefer, Rushil Eaga, Mani Gundala
  • Patent number: D869877
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC.
    Inventors: Steven Allen Brenner, Mark Schaefer, Rushil Eaga, Mani Gundala
  • Patent number: D869883
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC.
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner, Sesha Madireddi, Sivateja Kasireddi
  • Patent number: D869884
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2019
    Assignee: iSee Store Innovations, LLC.
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner, Sesha Madireddi, Sivateja Kasireddi
  • Patent number: D870265
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2019
    Assignee: Smith & Nephew, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian P. Bjelovuk, Carrie Lee Childress, William W. Gregory, Kathryn Ann Leigh, Andrew P. Muser, Billy J. Ratliff, Michael T. Roller, Robert H. Roth, Mark Schaefer
  • Patent number: D897784
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2020
    Assignee: ISEE STORE INNOVATIONS, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Mark Schaefer, Steven Allen Brenner, Sesha Madireddi, Sivateja Kasireddi