Patents by Inventor Matthew Crowe
Matthew Crowe 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).
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Patent number: 11026458Abstract: A manufactured blow-molded log assembly created from a thermo-mold polymer that is shapable using a blow-molding process of inserting an ingot into a blow-molding tool and injecting heated gas into the ingot to substantially shape the ingot into the manufactured log. The log assembly may then be removed from the blow molding tool and painted. The log assembly can include one or more, but preferably, a plurality, of such manufactured logs. The process may be used to create a log assembly that includes multiple manufactured logs, connected together or produced separately and stacked or otherwise arranged to simulate the appearance of real logs, which can be positioned inside an electric fireplace.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2012Date of Patent: June 8, 2021Assignee: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventor: Matthew Crowe
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Publication number: 20210015249Abstract: Disclosed is a desk system having a freestanding leg assembly, a frame being attachable to an upper portion of the freestanding leg assembly and an adjustable height desktop platform comprising a table top and a supporting leg assembly. The supporting leg assembly may extend between the frame and the table top and the supporting leg assembly may have a scissor lift for adjusting the height of the table top away from the freestanding leg assembly. Disclosed is a desk system having a telescoping leg assembly, configured to adjustable raise or lower a table top of the desk. Disclosed is a desk system with an interface to power the adjustable desk, wherein the interface is visible and operable through the table top.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2020Publication date: January 21, 2021Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Wally Wang
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Patent number: 10883722Abstract: A lighting system for an electric fireplace, and a fireplace assembly including such system, may include a plurality of logs arranged in different orientations and in different rows. Some of the logs may include a substantially planar surface facing forwards. A front projector may project a lighting effect onto the logs, including the substantially planar surfaces, and a rear projector may project a lighting effect onto a non-transparent screen positioned behind the plurality of logs. The lighting system desirably provides a realistic three-dimensional flame effect in conjunction with a log set having a natural, split-log appearance. Other features may be included to enhance the lighting system, including internal lights in the logs and in an ember bed, as well as coloration of the logs to enhance the lighting effects and the natural appearance of the logs.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2016Date of Patent: January 5, 2021Assignee: Twin-Star International, Inc.Inventor: Matthew Crowe
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Patent number: 10845090Abstract: A heating system may include at least two different types of heating elements. The heating elements may include at least one infrared heating element and at least one halogen lamp. The heating elements may be positioned within a heating section of a duct through which air flows to be heated by the heating elements, which air flow may be driven by a fan. The heating system may be incorporated into a variety of heating devices, such as electric fireplaces and space heaters.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2016Date of Patent: November 24, 2020Assignee: Twin-Star International, Inc.Inventor: Matthew Crowe
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Patent number: 10791826Abstract: Disclosed is a desk system having a freestanding leg assembly, a frame being attachable to an upper portion of the freestanding leg assembly and an adjustable height desktop platform comprising a table top and a supporting leg assembly. The supporting leg assembly may extend between the frame and the table top and the supporting leg assembly may have a scissor lift for adjusting the height of the table top away from the freestanding leg assembly. Disclosed is a desk system having a telescoping leg assembly, configured to adjustable raise or lower a table top of the desk. Disclosed is a desk system with an interface to power the adjustable desk, wherein the interface is visible and operable through the table top.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2018Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignee: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Wally Wang
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Publication number: 20180279770Abstract: Disclosed is a desk system having a freestanding leg assembly, a frame being attachable to an upper portion of the freestanding leg assembly and an adjustable height desktop platform comprising a table top and a supporting leg assembly. The supporting leg assembly may extend between the frame and the table top and the supporting leg assembly may have a scissor lift for adjusting the height of the table top away from the freestanding leg assembly. Disclosed is a desk system having a telescoping leg assembly, configured to adjustable raise or lower a table top of the desk. Disclosed is a desk system with an interface to power the adjustable desk, wherein the interface is visible and operable through the table top.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2018Publication date: October 4, 2018Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Wally Wang
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Publication number: 20170363320Abstract: A heating system may include at least two different types of heating elements. The heating elements may include at least one infrared heating element and at least one halogen lamp. The heating elements may be positioned within a heating section of a duct through which air flows to be heated by the heating elements, which air flow may be driven by a fan. The heating system may be incorporated into a variety of heating devices, such as electric fireplaces and space heaters.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2016Publication date: December 21, 2017Inventor: Matthew Crowe
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Publication number: 20170328575Abstract: A lighting system for an electric fireplace, and a fireplace assembly including such system, may include a plurality of logs arranged in different orientations and in different rows. Some of the logs may include a substantially planar surface facing forwards. A front projector may project a lighting effect onto the logs, including the substantially planar surfaces, and a rear projector may project a lighting effect onto a non-transparent screen positioned behind the plurality of logs. The lighting system desirably provides a realistic three-dimensional flame effect in conjunction with a log set having a natural, split-log appearance. Other features may be included to enhance the lighting system, including internal lights in the logs and in an ember bed, as well as coloration of the logs to enhance the lighting effects and the natural appearance of the logs.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2016Publication date: November 16, 2017Inventor: Matthew Crowe
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Patent number: 9787083Abstract: An overheat-protection device with a cord that includes a transmission wire to transmit electrical power and a sensor wire to transmit a signal, a plug attached to an end of the cord, and a thermistor includable in the plug and connected to the sensor wire. The signal may be received and/or analyzed by a sensing device, which may control a switching device to open and/or close a power circuit. The thermistor may detect a level of heat, which may be communicated as a signal via the sensor wires. The signal may be definable by the thermistor varying a level of resistance to the signal responsive to the level of detected heat. The thermistor may be a NTC thermistor and may be constructed from a thermal plastic or a ceramic.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2012Date of Patent: October 10, 2017Assignee: Twin-Star International, Inc.Inventors: Fung U Lam, Yong Wu, Matthew Crowe
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Patent number: 9395100Abstract: A heating air circulation system with blades to move a gas in a flow direction, an infrared heating element located near the blades, and a heat exchanger located near the infrared heating element to direct the gas without substantially affecting a flow pattern of the gas. The system is selectable between heating and non-heating operation. An enclosure may be included with an inlet and outlet. The heat exchanger may be at least partially tapered. The blades may be curved and included in a crossflow fan.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2012Date of Patent: July 19, 2016Assignee: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Jianmin Huang
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Patent number: 9310097Abstract: An electric heating system is provided with a heater mountable and removable in a cabinet by a user using a mounting system. The mounting system may include at least an installation member, installation receiver, and bracket. The installation member may interface with a surface or interior shelf of the cabinet. The bracket is includable between the surface or interior shelf of the cabinet and the surface of the heater. The installation member may be receivable by the bracket. The bracket may be received by the installation receiver or an additional bracket. The electrical cable may pass through a portal locatable on the cabinet. The heater may be an infrared heater with a fan. A wired or wireless remote with an optional display may control operation of the heater. A method is provided to manipulate the electric heating system.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2012Date of Patent: April 12, 2016Assignee: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Chris Harley, Rui Hu, Corey Levy, Jianmin Huang, Matthew Crowe
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Publication number: 20150139629Abstract: A modular panel assembly is provided for encasing a space heater device or electric fireplace deliverable as a kit including panels and optionally a space heater device. The kit may be assembled to create a decorative encasing for the space heater device or electric fireplace. The panels may include front, top, and side panels. The panels may include brackets attachable to the space heater device and/or connectable with additional brackets attached to other panels. The panels may be constructed using wood. The kit may be assembled at a geographic location other than a manufacturing origin. A method is provided for assembling the kit.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2013Publication date: May 21, 2015Applicant: Twin-Star International, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Jianmin Huang, Ming Wang
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Publication number: 20140161426Abstract: A heating air circulation system with blades to move a gas in a flow direction, an infrared heating element located near the blades, and a heat exchanger located near the infrared heating element to direct the gas without substantially affecting a flow pattern of the gas. The system is selectable between heating and non-heating operation. An enclosure may be included with an inlet and outlet. The heat exchanger may be at least partially tapered. The blades may be curved and included in a crossflow fan.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2012Publication date: June 12, 2014Applicant: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Jianmin Huang
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Publication number: 20140160611Abstract: An overheat-protection device with a cord that includes a transmission wire to transmit electrical power and a sensor wire to transmit a signal, a plug attached to an end of the cord, and a thermistor includable in the plug and connected to the sensor wire. The signal may be received and/or analyzed by a sensing device, which may control a switching device to open and/or close a power circuit. The thermistor may detect a level of heat, which may be communicated as a signal via the sensor wires. The signal may be definable by the thermistor varying a level of resistance to the signal responsive to the level of detected heat. The thermistor may be a NTC thermistor and may be constructed from a thermal plastic or a ceramic.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2012Publication date: June 12, 2014Inventors: Fung U. Lam, Yong Wu, Matthew Crowe
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Publication number: 20140159522Abstract: An assembly is presented that can be used in an electric fireplace for providing rotational motion. The assembly can be used to drive an auxiliary axle with extensions to simulate a flickering flame. The assembly may include a direct current (DC) motor to create an initial rotational motion about an input axle at an input rate. The DC motor may be driven by a variable electric voltage that is variable. The assembly also includes a transmission to convert the rotational motion from the input axle at the input rate to an output axle at an output rate. The transmission uses pulleys, belts, and optionally gears to convert the rotational motion from the input rate to the output rate.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2012Publication date: June 12, 2014Applicant: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Dong Zhi Xu
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Publication number: 20140161425Abstract: An electric heating system is provided with a heater mountable and removable in a cabinet by a user using a mounting system. The mounting system may include at least an installation member, installation receiver, and bracket. The installation member may interface with a surface or interior shelf of the cabinet. The bracket is includable between the surface or interior shelf of the cabinet and the surface of the heater. The installation member may be receivable by the bracket. The bracket may be received by the installation receiver or an additional bracket. The electrical cable may pass through a portal locatable on the cabinet. The heater may be an infrared heater with a fan. A wired or wireless remote with an optional display may control operation of the heater. A method is provided to manipulate the electric heating system.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2012Publication date: June 12, 2014Applicant: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventors: Chris Harley, Rui Hu, Corey Levy, Jianmin Huang, Matthew Crowe
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Publication number: 20130330485Abstract: A manufactured blow-molded log assembly created from a thermo-mold polymer that is shapable using a blow-molding process of inserting an ingot into a blow-molding tool and injecting heated gas into the ingot to substantially shape the ingot into the manufactured log. The log assembly may then be removed from the blow molding tool and painted. The log assembly can include one or more, but preferably, a plurality, of such manufactured logs. The process may be used to create a log assembly that includes multiple manufactured logs, connected together or produced separately and stacked or otherwise arranged to simulate the appearance of real logs, which can be positioned inside an electric fireplace.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2012Publication date: December 12, 2013Applicant: TWIN-STAR INTERNATIONAL, INC.Inventor: Matthew Crowe
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Publication number: 20120209665Abstract: A system and method for idea submission, idea ranking and idea incubating are provided that allow regular members of the public to submit ideas, allows those submitted ideas to be ranked and reviewed by a community and that incubates the best ideas and secures protection and potential monetization of the best ideas and it is to this end that the disclosure is directed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 2, 2012Publication date: August 16, 2012Applicant: Ahhha, IncorporatedInventors: Matthew Crowe, Jason Rocco Chappie, Charles W. Hollenhorst, Jason Patrick Hardy, Eric Taylor, Aaron Bolanos
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Patent number: D694380Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2012Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Twin-Star International, Inc.Inventors: Matthew Crowe, Jianmin Huang, Ming Wang
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Patent number: D694873Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 2012Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: Twin-Star International, Inc.Inventors: Tyler Nemes, Matthew Crowe, Jianmin Huang