Patents by Inventor Mark W. Vinson

Mark W. Vinson 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: 11747848
    Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for dynamically learning the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitor/control energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The dynamic demand limiting algorithm utilized employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads. Separate operating parameters can be applied to the two types of loads and multiple non-HVAC (control zones) loads can be configured. The algorithm uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within the user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm strategically removes and/or introduces loads in a fashion that limits the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. In an embodiment, the algorithm that examines the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2023
    Assignee: Gridpoint, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny K. Dyess, Arnie J. Tamagni, Mark W. Vinson
  • Publication number: 20210400784
    Abstract: A light performance monitoring device and optionally integrated controller includes a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage; a storage module stores a series of baseline values of energy usage of the energy load, a comparator module compares energy measurements made at predetermined intervals with the baseline values, and a notification module notifies a designated recipient that there is a deviation from the baseline values consistent with a burned out or non-operational light fixture, including but not limited to light bulbs or ballast devices. A control module optionally integrated with the light performance monitoring device can be operatively coupled to the monitor module to control energy usage by the at least one energy load via a data link in a pre-determined manner that is based on the at least one measurement of energy usage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2021
    Publication date: December 23, 2021
    Inventors: Donald W. HOWELL, Mark W. VINSON, Frank O. BLEVINS, Armand J. TAMAGNI, MIchael L. CAMPBELL
  • Publication number: 20210318707
    Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for dynamically learning the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitor/control energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The dynamic demand limiting algorithm utilized employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads. Separate operating parameters can be applied to the two types of loads and multiple non-HVAC (control zones) loads can be configured. The algorithm uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within the user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm strategically removes and/or introduces loads in a fashion that limits the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. In an embodiment, the algorithm that examines the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2020
    Publication date: October 14, 2021
    Applicant: GridPoint, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny K. DYESS, Arnie J. TAMAGNI, Mark W. VINSON
  • Patent number: 10866609
    Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for dynamically learning the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitor/control energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The dynamic demand limiting algorithm utilized employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads. Separate operating parameters can be applied to the two types of loads and multiple non-HVAC (control zones) loads can be configured. The algorithm uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within the user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm strategically removes and/or introduces loads in a fashion that limits the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. In an embodiment, the algorithm that examines the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2020
    Assignee: GridPoint, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny K. Dyess, Arnie J. Tamagni, Mark W. Vinson
  • Publication number: 20180113484
    Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for dynamically learning the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitor/control energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The dynamic demand limiting algorithm utilized employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads. Separate operating parameters can be applied to the two types of loads and multiple non-HVAC (control zones) loads can be configured. The algorithm uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within the user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm strategically removes and/or introduces loads in a fashion that limits the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. In an embodiment, the algorithm that examines the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2017
    Publication date: April 26, 2018
    Inventors: Danny K. DYESS, Arnie J. TAMAGNI, Mark W. VINSON
  • Patent number: 9880577
    Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for dynamically learning the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitor/control energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The dynamic demand limiting algorithm utilized employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads. Separate operating parameters can be applied to the two types of loads and multiple non-HVAC (control zones) loads can be configured. The algorithm uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within the user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm strategically removes and/or introduces loads in a fashion that limits the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. In an embodiment, the algorithm that examines the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2018
    Assignee: GridPoint, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny K. Dyess, Arnie J. Tamagni, Mark W. Vinson
  • Publication number: 20150142194
    Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for dynamically learning the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitor/control energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The dynamic demand limiting algorithm utilized employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads. Separate operating parameters can be applied to the two types of loads and multiple non-HVAC (control zones) loads can be configured. The algorithm uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within the user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm strategically removes and/or introduces loads in a fashion that limits the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. In an embodiment, the algorithm that examines the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2014
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Applicant: GridPoint, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny K. Dyess, Arnie J. Tamagni, Mark W. Vinson
  • Publication number: 20150077015
    Abstract: A light performance monitoring device and optionally integrated controller includes a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage; a storage module stores a series of baseline values of energy usage of the energy load, a comparator module compares energy measurements made at predetermined intervals with the baseline values, and a notification module notifies a designated recipient that there is a deviation from the baseline values consistent with a burned out or non-operational light fixture, including but not limited to light bulbs or ballast devices. A control module optionally integrated with the light performance monitoring device can be operatively coupled to the monitor module to control energy usage by the at least one energy load via a data link in a pre-determined manner that is based on the at least one measurement of energy usage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Donald W. HOWELL, Mark W. VINSON, Frank O. BLEVINS, Armand J. TAMAGNI, Michael L. CAMPBELL
  • Patent number: 8898026
    Abstract: A light performance monitoring device and optionally integrated controller includes a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage; a storage module stores a series of baseline values of energy usage of the energy load, a comparator module compares energy measurements made at predetermined intervals with the baseline values, and a notification module notifies a designated recipient that there is a deviation from the baseline values consistent with a burned out or non-operational light fixture, including but not limited to light bulbs or ballast devices. A control module optionally integrated with the light performance monitoring device can be operatively coupled to the monitor module to control energy usage by the at least one energy load via a data link in a predetermined manner that is based on the at least one measurement of energy usage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Admmicro Properties, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Donald W. Howell, Mark W. Vinson, Frank O. Blevins, Armand J. Tamagni, Jr., Michael L. Campbell
  • Patent number: 8862280
    Abstract: A system that dynamically learns the optimum energy consumption operating condition for a building and monitors/controls energy consuming equipment to keep the peak demand interval at a minimum. The algorithm employs two separate control schemes, one for HVAC loads and one for non-HVAC loads, and uses historical peak demand measurements in its real-time limiting strategy. The algorithm continuously attempts to reduce peak demand within user configured parameters. When a new peak is inevitable, the algorithm removes and/or introduces loads to limit the new peak magnitude and places the operating conditions within the user configured parameters. The algorithm can examine the previous seven days of metering information to identify a peak demand interval, use real-time load information to predict the demand peak of the upcoming interval, and curtail loads in order to limit the demand peak so as not to set a new peak.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: GridPoint, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny K. Dyess, Armand J. Tamagni, Jr., Mark W. Vinson
  • Patent number: 7706928
    Abstract: A system that establishes a local dynamic data link between an energy management system (EMS) and a security system (SS) within a building. A power management device, including a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage by said at least one energy load; and a security module operatively coupled to the monitor module.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2010
    Assignee: ADMMicro Properties, LLC
    Inventors: Donald W. Howell, Mark W. Vinson, Frank O. Blevins, Armand J. Tamagni, Jr., Michael L. Campbell
  • Publication number: 20090292403
    Abstract: A light performance monitoring device and optionally integrated controller includes a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage; a storage module stores a series of baseline values of energy usage of the energy load, a comparator module compares energy measurements made at predetermined intervals with the baseline values, and a notification module notifies a designated recipient that there is a deviation from the baseline values consistent with a burned out or non-operational light fixture, including but not limited to light bulbs or ballast devices. A control module optionally integrated with the light performance monitoring device can be operatively coupled to the monitor module to control energy usage by the at least one energy load via a data link in a predetermined manner that is based on the at least one measurement of energy usage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2009
    Publication date: November 26, 2009
    Applicant: ADMMicro Properties, LLC
    Inventors: Donald W. HOWELL, Mark W. Vinson, Frank O. Blevins, Armand J. Tamagni, JR., Michael L. Campbell
  • Patent number: 7598724
    Abstract: A current transformer assembly includes at least one Rogowski coil having a first closeable loop with an electrically conductive coil member and a first pair of terminals. An integrator unit has respectively a cable connected across the first pair of terminals of a respective Rogowski coil. Each respective Rogowski coil provides an output voltage received by the integrator assembly caused by when a respective electrical conductor on a phase of a multiphase circuit is arranged within an opening of the closeable first loop of the respective Rogowski coil, and provides an output signal proportional to a current in a conductor arranged in an opening of a Rogowski coil. At least one of the Rogowski coils includes an inline calibration unit for fast calibration and recalibration when retrofitting a monitor module that monitors a value of the current in one or more conductors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2009
    Assignee: Admmicro Properties, LLC
    Inventors: Donald W. Howell, Samuel A. Taylor, Danny K. Dyess, Frank O. Blevins, Mark W. Vinson
  • Patent number: 7571063
    Abstract: A light performance monitoring device and optionally integrated controller includes a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage; a storage module stores a series of baseline values of energy usage of the energy load, a comparator module compares energy measurements made at predetermined intervals with the baseline values, and a notification module notifies a designated recipient that there is a deviation from the baseline values consistent with a burned out or non-operational light fixture, including but not limited to light bulbs or ballast devices. A control module optionally integrated with the light performance monitoring device can be operatively coupled to the monitor module to control energy usage by the at least one energy load via a data link in a pre-determined manner that is based on the at least one measurement of energy usage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2009
    Assignee: ADMMicro Properties LLC
    Inventors: Donald W. Howell, Mark W. Vinson, Frank O. Blevins, Armand J. Tamagni, Jr., Michael L. Campbell
  • Patent number: 7460930
    Abstract: A power management device, including: a monitor module that directly monitors energy usage of at least one energy load to generate at least one measurement of energy usage by the at least one energy load; and a control module operatively coupled to the monitor module to control energy usage by the at least one energy load in a pre-determined manner that is based on the at least one measurement of energy usage, wherein the control module controls the at least one energy load via a data link.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: ADMMicro Properties, LLC
    Inventors: Donald W. Howell, Mark W. Vinson, Frank O. Blevins, Armand J. Tamagni, Jr., Michael L. Campbell
  • Publication number: 20080211484
    Abstract: A current transformer assembly includes at least one Rogowski coil having a first closeable loop with an electrically conductive coil member and a first pair of terminals. An integrator unit has respectively a cable connected across the first pair of terminals of a respective Rogowski coil. Each respective Rogowski coil provides an output voltage received by the integrator assembly caused by when a respective electrical conductor on a phase of a multiphase circuit is arranged within an opening of the closeable first loop of the respective Rogowski coil, and provides an output signal proportional to a current in a conductor arranged in an opening of a Rogowski coil. At least one of the Rogowski coils includes an inline calibration unit for fast calibration and recalibration when retrofitting a monitor module that monitors a value of the current in one or more conductors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2008
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Applicant: ADMMicro Properties, L.L.C.
    Inventors: Donald W. HOWELL, Samuel A. Taylor, Danny K. Dyess, Frank O. Blevins, Mark W. Vinson