Patents by Inventor Michael Elam

Michael Elam 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: 20250244217
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for the physical characteristics or type of the object, and/or for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal during measurement. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2025
    Publication date: July 31, 2025
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Robert Hayman, John Michael Elam
  • Patent number: 12369846
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2025
    Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Publication number: 20250172823
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to cantilevered and divergent view wearable optical systems that redirect an optical path, and provide for optimal ergonomics coupled with vision enhancement and vision magnification. Methods of use, devices, and kits are also contemplated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2025
    Publication date: May 29, 2025
    Inventors: Timothy Richard Garofolo, Scott Clear, Dean Loock, Jungwoo Choi, John Michael Elam, David Lynn Devernoe
  • Publication number: 20250164368
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for the physical characteristics or type of the object, and/or for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal during measurement. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2025
    Publication date: May 22, 2025
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, Robert Hayman, John Michael Elam
  • Patent number: 12257119
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for the physical characteristics or type of the object, and/or for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal during measurement. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2025
    Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, John Milligan
  • Patent number: 12232521
    Abstract: Described is a hookah device. The hookah device includes a unique hookah head and consumable pod. The hookah head includes a bowl portion with a pod recess formed therein to receive a consumable pod. An electronic heating mechanism is positioned within the hookah head for heating the consumable pod. An air pathway is formed through the hookah head to introduce air into the consumable pod and direct smoke from the consumable pod into a hookah body. The consumable pod is similarly formed to fit within the hookah head. Further, the consumable pod includes a pod inlet and pod outlet for directing air through the pod and through the hookah device for inhalation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2025
    Assignee: ADALSIA LIMITED
    Inventors: Artyom Khachatryan, Mikhail Broyan, John Michael Elam, Alexander Gilbert, Jackson Hedden, Frank Tyneski
  • Publication number: 20250057329
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are portable cribs comprising a frame, fabric, and feet. The portable cribs described herein are easily collapsible, transportable, and deployable. In some embodiments, to deploy a collapsed, portable crib, fabric is coupled to the feet, the feet are coupled to the frame, and the fabric is pulled up and over the frame and secured to the frame. Portable cribs according the present disclosure may also include a mattress that may be coupled with the fabric at the bottom of a deployed crib. Also disclosed herein are portable crib systems comprising a portable crib and an accessory structure configured to be removably attached to the top of the portable crib. Accessory structures disclosed herein are collapsible and, thus, portable. Portable crib systems disclosed herein may also include accessories configured to attach to the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2024
    Publication date: February 20, 2025
    Inventors: Grace Adele Rose BUDGETT, Ryan CHUCKEL, Cole Justin DERBY, John Michael ELAM, Daniel Kendall HARDEN, Lauren HISHINUMA, Aaron HITCHINS, Katie LEVESQUE, Tihomir LIPTAK, Logan ROSS, Thomas UNDERHILL
  • Publication number: 20240423264
    Abstract: Described is a hookah device with various hookah components that provide an improvement over traditional hookah devices. The hookah device includes a heater head with a pivotally mounted controller housing that seals against a consumable pod to form a pair of airflow seals therebetween. An inductively heated heat plate is used, in conjunction with a pair of sensors, to precisely control the temperature of the heat plate and consumable pod. A vase is secured against the heater head using a load dispersing mechanism. The load dispersing mechanism secures the vase while dispersing a clamping pressure to preventing breakage thereof. The load dispersing mechanism also provides hanger hooks to secure a handle for directional control while carrying the hookah device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2022
    Publication date: December 26, 2024
    Applicant: ADALSIA LIMITED
    Inventors: RAVI KUMAR SAWHNEY, John Mark Vernon, John Michael Elam, Lance Gordon Hussey
  • Publication number: 20240272055
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2024
    Publication date: August 15, 2024
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Publication number: 20240110740
    Abstract: Exemplary embodiments include a device that may serve as a drink dispenser for beverage cans. The device may be shaped like a keg. The device may include a portion to contain, cool, and dispense the beverage cans and a portion to contain ice to provide cooling, as well as contain additional beverage containers. The device may include up to five tubes with each tube capable of containing up to four beverage containers in the form of cans. A dispensing mechanism may be located at the lower end of each tube to dispense the beverage cans form the device. The tube structure may provide for cooling of the beverage containers within each tube. The device may be portable and may have a cart that can be used for transportation of the device. The device may be detachable from the cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2023
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Inventors: John Michael Elam, Camille van den Brande, Wayman Lee, Michael Makay, Jacobus M. Berkhout, Galen Eliason-Carey
  • Patent number: 11918039
    Abstract: Described is a hookah device. The hookah device includes a unique hookah head and consumable pod. The hookah head includes a bowl portion with a pod recess formed therein to receive a consumable pod. An electronic heating mechanism is positioned within the hookah head for heating the consumable pod. An air pathway is formed through the hookah head to introduce air into the consumable pod and direct smoke from the consumable pod into a hookah body. The consumable pod is similarly formed to fit within the hookah head. Further, the consumable pod includes a pod inlet and pod outlet for directing air through the pod and through the hookah device for inhalation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Assignee: ADALSIA LIMITED
    Inventors: Artyom Khachatryan, Mikhail Broyan, John Michael Elam, Alexander Gilbert, Jackson Hedden, Frank Tyneski
  • Publication number: 20240059473
    Abstract: The disclosure is directed to modular devices and systems for providing variable strength mixtures of fluids. A fluid combining device allows for the relative volume of a first liquid to be varied with respect to a total volume of fluid being delivered to a user (such as a combination of two or more liquids), which in turn changes the fluid ratios.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2023
    Publication date: February 22, 2024
    Applicant: MIXXY PRODUCTS, LLC
    Inventors: Andrew DAWSON, Nicolas BELGUM, Benjamin MARTIN, Cole Justin DERBY, Alex Yuexing GAO, Lauren HISHINUMA, John Michael ELAM
  • Patent number: 11906484
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system does not include an external on/off switch or any remote on/off switching mechanism. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: PERIMETRICS, INC.
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, Robert Hayman
  • Publication number: 20230380484
    Abstract: Described is a hookah device. The hookah device includes a unique hookah head and consumable pod. The hookah head includes a bowl portion with a pod recess formed therein to receive a consumable pod. An electronic heating mechanism is positioned within the hookah head for heating the consumable pod. An air pathway is formed through the hookah head to introduce air into the consumable pod and direct smoke from the consumable pod into a hookah body. The consumable pod is similarly formed to fit within the hookah head. Further, the consumable pod includes a pod inlet and pod outlet for directing air through the pod and through the hookah device for inhalation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2023
    Publication date: November 30, 2023
    Applicant: ADALSIA LIMITED
    Inventors: Artyom Khachatryan, Mikhail Broyan, John Michael Elam, Alexander Gilbert, Jackson Hedden, Frank Tyneski
  • Patent number: 11825813
    Abstract: A system, comprising a harness configured to be releasably attached to a portion of an animal; a retractable leash assembly comprising at least one structural feature; a receptacle coupled with the harness, the receptacle comprising at least one structural feature; wherein the at least one structural feature of the retractable leash assembly is configured to be releasably mated with the at least one structural feature of the receptacle upon application of a force on the retractable leash assembly causing at least a portion of the retractable leash assembly to be releasably mated with the at least one structural feature of the receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: Rollo Pet Company LLC
    Inventor: John Michael Elam
  • Publication number: 20230233855
    Abstract: Adjustable auricular nerve stimulation devices, and associated systems and methods, are disclosed herein. A representative device for delivering an electrical signal to a subject includes a signal delivery element including at least two electrodes configured to deliver the electrical signal to a first portion of the subject’s ear. The device also includes a retention element configured to engage a second portion of the subject’s ear. The device further includes an adjustment mechanism permitting movement of the signal delivery element relative to the retention element to place the at least two electrodes in contact with the first portion of the subject’s ear.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2023
    Publication date: July 27, 2023
    Inventors: Pankaj SUNKERI, Vivek K. SHARMA, John Michael ELAM, John VERNON, Ravi SAWHNEY, Lance HUSSEY, Eric CHAN, Lemeng SHAO
  • Publication number: 20230157799
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a system and method for measuring the structural characteristics of an object. The object is subjected to an energy application processes and provides an objective, quantitative measurement of structural characteristics of an object. The system may include a device, for example, a percussion instrument, capable of being reproducibly placed against the object undergoing such measurement for reproducible positioning. The system includes features for adjusting the energy applied to an energy application tool to compensate for the physical characteristics or type of the object, and/or for orientation of the device relative to the horizontal during measurement. The system also includes a disposable feature or assembly for minimizing cross-contamination between tests. The structural characteristics as defined herein may include vibration damping capacities, acoustic damping capacities, structural integrity or structural stability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2020
    Publication date: May 25, 2023
    Inventors: James C. Earthman, Cherilyn G. Sheets, John Michael Elam, John Milligan
  • Patent number: D1033045
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2023
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2024
    Assignee: Whipsaw, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel Kendall Harden, John Michael Elam
  • Patent number: D1069514
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2025
    Assignee: Grupo Gallegos
    Inventors: Daniel Harden, Ariel David Turgel, Galen Eliason-Carey, John Michael Elam, Victoria Chiang
  • Patent number: D1075136
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2025
    Assignee: ADALSIA LIMITED
    Inventors: Ravi Kumar Sawhney, Lance Gordon Hussey, John Mark Vernon, John Michael Elam, Christopher Dean Loock