Patents by Inventor Michael Dean

Michael Dean 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).

  • Flow tent for an agricultural product bin
    Patent number: 11206758
    Abstract: An implement for dispensing agricultural product. The implement comprises a bin for holding agricultural product, with the bin including a plurality of product openings for dispensing agricultural product from the bin. The implement additionally includes a plurality of metering devices secured to a bottom of the bin and configured to receive agricultural product from the bin through the product openings. The implement further includes a plurality of flow tents positioned within the bin. Each flow tent is positioned between a pair of the product openings. The flow tents extend upward from an interior side of the bottom of the bin so as to guide agricultural product towards the product openings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2021
    Assignee: Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Verne A. Hubalek, Alex Potuzak, Larry C. Spaeny, Michael Dean Swan
  • INSERTION TOOL AND METHOD
    Publication number: 20210388737
    Abstract: An insertion tool is provided for an engine defining an access opening and including a component defining at least in part a cavity. The insertion tool includes: an insertion tool arm having a plurality of segments, the insertion tool arm configured for insertion through the access opening into the cavity and the plurality of segments configured to be in a fixed position relative to one another within the cavity; and a base coupled to the insertion tool arm and configured to be positioned outside the cavity and to move the insertion tool arm along at least two degrees of freedom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2020
    Publication date: December 16, 2021
    Inventors: Julian Matthew Foxall, Trevor Owen Hawke, Andrew Crispin Graham, Chiara Mellucci, Todd William Danko, Ambarish Jayant Kulkarni, Michael Dean Fullington, Margeaux Wallace
  • INSPECTION AND REPAIR TOOL
    Publication number: 20210387746
    Abstract: A method for inspecting and repairing a surface of a component of a gas turbine engine, the method including: inserting an inspection and repair tool into an interior of the gas turbine engine; inspecting the surface of the component with the inspection and repair tool; performing a repair of the surface of the component with the inspection and repair tool from within the interior of the gas turbine engine, the inspection and repair tool remaining within the interior of the gas turbine engine between inspecting the component and performing the repair of the surface of the component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2020
    Publication date: December 16, 2021
    Inventors: Todd William Danko, Ambarish Jayant Kulkarni, Margeaux Wallace, Hrishikesh Keshavan, Bernard Patrick Bewlay, Byron Andrew Pritchard, Jr., Michael Dean Fullington, Andrew Crispin Graham, Trevor Owen Hawke, Julian Matthew Foxall, Ahmed M ELKady
  • ALTERNATE PATH MANIFOLD LIFE EXTENSION FOR EXTENDED REACH APPLICATIONS
    Publication number: 20210363862
    Abstract: A technique facilitates formation of a gravel pack along relatively lengthy wellbores. According to an embodiment, a completion system comprises a screen assembly and an alternate path system disposed along the screen assembly. The alternate path system may include a transport tube and a packing tube placed in fluid communication at a manifold. The manifold is disposed along the screen assembly. In some embodiments, the completion system may comprise multiple screen assemblies with multiple corresponding manifolds. The packing tube is protected against erosion by a liner and a surrounding housing which are positioned to conduct fluid flow from the manifold as fluid flow moves from the transport tube, through the manifold, and into the packing tube during a gravel packing operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2019
    Publication date: November 25, 2021
    Inventor: Michael Dean Langlais
  • COMBINATION CANCER THERAPY WITH PENTAAZA MACROCYCLIC RING COMPLEX AND PLATINUM-BASED ANTICANCER AGENT
    Publication number: 20210338686
    Abstract: A method of treating a cancer in a mammalian subject afflicted with the cancer, consisting essentially of administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a platinum-based anticancer agent, and administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pentaaza macrocyclic ring complex corresponding to the Formula (I) below, prior to, concomitantly with, or after administration of the platinum-based anticancer agent, whereby response of the cancer to the platinum-based anticancer agent is increased.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2019
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Inventors: Jeffery L. KEENE, Dennis P. RILEY, Robert A. BEARDSLEY, MICHAEL DEAN STORY, Kranti Ashok MAPUSKAR, Douglas R. SPITZ, Jr., Bryan G. ALLEN, Andrew Blake DAVIS, Diana ZEPEDA OROZCO
  • PROCESS AND SYSTEM FOR DEPOLYMERIZING PLASTIC
    Publication number: 20210332215
    Abstract: A process and a system for depolymerizing plastic, such as waste polyester, into marketable monomers. A heterogeneous mixture of plastic particles, a solvent, and a catalyst are pumped continuously through a heating zone at a flow rate just high enough to maintain a particle speed great enough to keep the plastic particles in suspension. The temperature of the heterogeneous mixture is raised in the heating zone and maintained in a hold zone to complete depolymerization of the mixture into a homogeneous solution containing a liquefied plastic monomer. The homogeneous solution is cooled to solidify and precipitate the monomer. The precipitated monomer is separated from the solvent to be recycled. The solvent is recirculated to be reused as a constituent of the heterogeneous mixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2019
    Publication date: October 28, 2021
    Applicant: Premirr Plastics Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew Craig Parrott, James Christopher Luft, Donald B. Shuping, Michael Dean Mattiace
  • SIGMA RECEPTOR BINDERS
    Publication number: 20210323913
    Abstract: Provided herein, inter alia, are compounds and methods of treating diseases including cancer, neurological disease, alcohol withdrawal, depression and anxiety, traumatic brain injury, and neuropathic pain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2017
    Publication date: October 21, 2021
    Inventors: Stephen F. MARTIN, James J. SAHN, Michael Dean WOOD
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED CONTENT CURATION USING SIGNATURE ANALYSIS
    Publication number: 20210312185
    Abstract: Systems and methods are described herein for curating content that follows a narrative structure. A narrative structure comprises narrative portions that have a defined order. Signature analysis of known content that follows the narrative structure is used to train machine learning models for the narrative structure and the narrative portions that make up the narrative structure. Signature analysis of candidate content segments, along with machine learning models for the narrative portions, are used to identify candidate content segments that match the respective narrative portions. A candidate playlist is generated of the identified candidate content segments in the defined order. In one embodiment, the machine learning model for the narrative structure is used to validate the generated playlist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2020
    Publication date: October 7, 2021
    Inventors: Christopher Ambrozic, Michael Dean Hoffman
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED CONTENT CURATION USING SIGNATURE ANALYSIS
    Publication number: 20210312318
    Abstract: Systems and methods are described herein for curating content that follows a narrative structure. A narrative structure comprises narrative portions that have a defined order. Signature analysis of known content that follows the narrative structure is used to train machine learning models for the narrative structure and the narrative portions that make up the narrative structure. Signature analysis of candidate content segments, along with machine learning models for the narrative portions, are used to identify candidate content segments that match the respective narrative portions. A candidate playlist is generated of the identified candidate content segments in the defined order. In one embodiment, the machine learning model for the narrative structure is used to validate the generated playlist.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2020
    Publication date: October 7, 2021
    Inventors: Christopher Ambrozic, Michael Dean Hoffman
  • Adjustable fixture to position parts for dimensional measurement
    Patent number: 11123833
    Abstract: A locating fixture includes an adjustable locating member for supporting and restraining a part. The adjustable locating member allows for rotational and translational adjustment for aligning to a particular part configuration. The adjustable locating member utilizes a plurality of indicia and a position indicator to assist in the alignment of the adjustable locating member to a desired position, which is then restrained at a desired position by a restraining element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Assignee: Ford Motor Company
    Inventors: Erik Riha, Michael Dean Blodgett
  • INFLATION DEVICE WITH TOGGLE-LOCKING TRIGGER
    Publication number: 20210283382
    Abstract: Devices used to pressurize, depressurize, or otherwise displace fluid are disclosed. The devices may be configured to displace fluid in order to inflate or deflate a medical device, such as a balloon. The devices include a trigger configured to convert the devices from a pressurization state to a priming state. The devices further include a locking or toggle member configured to toggle and/or maintain the devices in a priming state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2021
    Publication date: September 16, 2021
    Inventors: Christopher Cindrich, Richard P. Jenkins, Michael Dean Haslam, Craig Purdy, Gregory R. McArthur, Nate Shirley, David J. Johnson, Eron Flory, Jon Davis
  • ARTERIAL ACCESS NEEDLE WITH PROXIMAL PORT
    Publication number: 20210283377
    Abstract: Devices used to provide access the vasculature are disclosed. The devices may be configured to provide access to a blood vessel, such as an artery. The devices may include a catheter assembly disposed over a needle assembly. The devices may also include a barrel assembly coupled to the needle assembly. A guidewire may be displaceable by barrel assembly within a needle. The needle may include a proximal and distal port.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2021
    Publication date: September 16, 2021
    Inventors: Michael Dean Haslam, Richard P. Jenkins
  • Systems and methods for detecting, analyzing, and evaluating interaction paths
    Patent number: 11113173
    Abstract: System and methods are disclosed herein for creating interaction path records using time thresholds between interaction paths. The system retrieves the time threshold and a plurality of user interaction records that each include a timestamp. The system sorts the plurality of user interaction records based on the timestamp. The system then identifies the path-start record as being separated from a prior interaction by an amount of time that exceeds the time threshold. The system identifies the path-end record as being separated from a subsequent interaction by an amount of time that exceeds the time threshold. The system creates an interaction path record, stores that records, and generates a summary with information about the path.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2021
    Assignee: Rovi Guides, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dean Hoffman, Christopher Ambrozic
  • System and methodology for controlling fluid flow
    Patent number: 11111757
    Abstract: A technique facilitates formation of a gravel pack. A well completion is provided to facilitate improved gravel packing during a gravel packing operation and subsequent production. The well completion is constructed to freely return a gravel pack carrier fluid through a base pipe during gravel packing. A valve system is positioned to enable restriction of fluid flow into the base pipe following the gravel packing operation. The valve system may be selectively actuated to restrict the fluid flow into the base pipe via a signal such as a pressure signal or timed electric signal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2021
    Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Bryan Stamm, Michael Dean Langlais, John R. Whitsitt
  • EXTENDED ENTRY PORT SHUNTING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20210262323
    Abstract: A technique facilitates a gravel packing operation in a well. The system may utilize a Y-manifold having a manifold body through which or along which a gravel slurry may be flowed. A plurality of exit end shunt connectors extends from the manifold body to enable connection with corresponding exit end shunt tubes at a position separated from the manifold body. Additionally, a plurality of entrance end shunt connectors extends from the manifold body in a direction generally opposite the exit end shunt connectors. The extended entrance end shunt connectors enable connection with corresponding entrance end shunt tubes at a position separated from the manifold body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2019
    Publication date: August 26, 2021
    Inventors: Ernani Jeronimo, Marcelo Oblitas Ruiz, Abdulali Aliyev, Carlos Emilio Webel, Michael Dean Langlais
  • PROCESS AND SYSTEM FOR DEPOLYMERIZING PLASTIC
    Publication number: 20210230391
    Abstract: A continuous flow process and system for depolymerizing plastic. A heterogeneous mixture of solid plastic particles, a solvent, and a catalyst are pumped continuously through a heating zone at a flow rate resulting in a particle speed sufficient to keep the plastic particles in suspension. The heterogeneous mixture is heated in the heating zone and maintained in a hold zone to complete depolymerization of the mixture into a homogeneous solution containing a liquefied reaction product. The homogeneous solution is cooled to solidify and precipitate a solid reaction product. The solid reaction product is separated from the solvent to be recycled. Contaminants are removed from the solvent, and the solvent is recirculated for use as a constituent of the heterogeneous mixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2021
    Publication date: July 29, 2021
    Applicant: Premirr Plastics Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew Craig Parrott, James Christopher Luft, Donald B. Shuping, Michael Dean Mattiace
  • ENGINE HEAD ASSEMBLY WITH VALVE SEAT INSERT WITH STIFFNESS RELIEF CUTOUT
    Publication number: 20210180478
    Abstract: An engine head assembly includes a valve seat insert having a valve seating surface defining a center axis, and each of an inner peripheral surface and an outer peripheral surface extending circumferentially around the valve seat center axis. The outer peripheral surface includes an upper section interference-fitted with the engine head, and a lower section. A stiffness relief channel is formed by a relief cutout in the valve seat insert, and extends radially between the lower section of the outer peripheral surface and the engine head. The stiffness relief channel permits flexing of the valve seat insert to cushion valve seating to prolong engine valve and valve seat insert service life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2019
    Publication date: June 17, 2021
    Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Clark Krieger, Michael Dean Roley
  • Pizza support table and combined cutter
    Patent number: 11027445
    Abstract: A table-like support placed within a pizza container between the pizza and the pizza container cover providing support for the pizza container cover to remain apart from the pizza, and includes a convenient and covered cutter cutting used to provide slices of a pizza pie. One embodiment includes within the support a removable section which reveals and provides user access to a circular cutter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Inventor: Michael Dean
  • System and Method for Detecting Smoke using a Sensor
    Publication number: 20210166543
    Abstract: An improved system and method for detecting smoke using a sensor is disclosed. The method can comprise the steps of storing in memory a plurality of smoke signatures, wherein each of the smoke signatures relates to how the sensor senses one of a plurality of particulates, each of the plurality of particulates indicative or non-indicative of a fire, and receiving current data from the sensor. Moreover, the method can comprise the steps of comparing the current data with the plurality of smoke signatures to determine if the current data matches any of the plurality of smoke signatures, and initiating an alarm sequence based at least in part on a determination as to whether the current data matches a smoke signature related to a fire-indicative particulate of the plurality of particulates.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2021
    Publication date: June 3, 2021
    Inventors: Michael Dean Orr, Eric Overton
  • Cooking appliance
    Patent number: D925978
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2019
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Michael Lah, Anish Lale, Nehal A. Sayankar, Michael Dean Clark