Patents by Inventor Michael Keith

Michael Keith 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).

  • Leak proof threaded connector
    Patent number: 9593786
    Abstract: A threaded connection for pipe or tubulars used in drill strings, casing, or production tubing. The threaded connection can have a box connector with box threads having a plurality of box thread teeth and a pin member with pin threads having a plurality of pin thread teeth. The teeth can have a crest, a load flank, a stab flank and a root. A restriction can be between the pin member and the box connector on the stab flank, wherein the restriction does not touch the pin member, and the restriction forms a first channel and a second channel for containing a thread sealing compound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2017
    Assignee: PRECISION COUPLINGS, LLC
    Inventor: Michael Keith Nations, Jr.
  • TORQUE LIMITING DEVICE
    Publication number: 20170009534
    Abstract: A work string assembly for an oil or gas well has a first and second tubulars, and a torque limiting device connected in the work string. The torque limiting device has a body with an axial bore and two interconnected members that can disconnect to be relatively rotatable. The interconnected members can be repeatedly re-engageable when the torque levels drop below a torque threshold value, or can be connected by a frangible member that is broken when the interconnected members disconnect. A selectively actuable circulation port provided in the string adjacent to and above the torque limiting device allows the annulus between the work string and the casing to be flushed with fluid from the port.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2016
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: Michael Keith SULLIVAN, Shane Paul HART, Mark Christopher GLASER, Ruairidh COOPER
  • Post polymerization cure shape memory polymers
    Patent number: 9540481
    Abstract: This invention relates to chemical polymer compositions, methods of synthesis, and fabrication methods for devices regarding polymers capable of displaying shape memory behavior (SMPs) and which can first be polymerized to a linear or branched polymeric structure, having thermoplastic properties, subsequently processed into a device through processes typical of polymer melts, solutions, and dispersions and then crossed linked to a shape memory thermoset polymer retaining the processed shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2017
    Assignee: Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC
    Inventors: Thomas S. Wilson, Michael Keith Hearon, II, Jane P. Bearinger
  • Ride vehicle mounted interactive game system
    Patent number: 9463379
    Abstract: A unique combination of amusement park attraction ride vehicles with gesture-based game controllers to create a new form of interactive amusement ride, where on-board game displays, cameras and gesture recognition software for each of a plurality of riders, capture rider gestures and convert those gestures into signals that are inputs to, and affect, the interactive experience or game elements of the attraction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Inventors: Michael Keith Brister, Thadeus C. Reed
  • Torque limiting device
    Patent number: 9453374
    Abstract: A work string assembly for an oil or gas well has a first and second tubulars, and a torque limiting device connected in the work string. The torque limiting device has a body with an axial bore and two interconnected members that can disconnect to be relatively rotatable. The interconnected members can be repeatedly re-engageable when the torque levels drop below a torque threshold value, or can be connected by a frangible member that is broken when the interconnected members disconnect. A selectively actuable circulation port provided in the string adjacent to and above the torque limiting device allows the annulus between the work string and the casing to be flushed with fluid from the port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: Weatherford UK Limited
    Inventors: Michael Keith Sullivan, Shane Paul Hart, Mark Christopher Glaser, Ruairidh Cooper
  • Method and device for producing and using localized periodic intensity-modulated patterns with x-radiation and other wavelengths
    Patent number: 9412481
    Abstract: A method and device is disclosed for the generation of high-contrast, localized sinusoidal patterns or stepped-intensity modulated patterns from spatially non-coherent or coherent illumination, and using such patterns for imaging the internal features of objects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Keith Fuller
  • Biological microfluidics chip and related methods
    Patent number: 9315768
    Abstract: A biological microfluidics chip comprising a substrate, a microfluidic inlet port defining an opening in a surface of the substrate, and a microfluidic outlet port defining an opening in a surface of the substrate. The biological microfluidics chip also comprises a plurality of wells extending from a top surface of the substrate, wherein each well is bounded by one or more walls, and an inlet opening and an outlet opening are provided in a wall of each of the plurality of wells. An inlet microfluidic channel is provided in the substrate to connect the microfluidic inlet port to each of the inlet openings in the walls of the wells, and an outlet microfluidic channel is provided in the substrate to connect each of the outlet openings in the walls of the wells to the microfluidic outlet port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: Universiteit Leiden
    Inventors: Elwin Xander Vrouwe, Eric Marijn Wielhouwer, Johannes Oonk, Marinus Bernardus Olde Riekerink, Michael Keith Richardson
  • Carton having a container and a carrier
    Patent number: 9315288
    Abstract: A carton for holding a first product and a second product. The carton comprises a container comprising a plurality of panels that extend at least partially around an interior of the container. The plurality of panels comprises a front panel, a first side panel, a second side panel, and at least one back panel. The interior is for holding the first product. The plurality of panels are foldably connected at a bottom edge of the container. A carrier is attached to at least one of the plurality of panels for holding the second product. An attachment flap is foldably connected at the bottom edge of the container. The attachment flap is foldably connected to at least one of the plurality of panels and attaches the carrier to the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
    Inventors: Felicia A. Pinkstone, Michael Keith Hockin
  • Web Enhancement For Multimedia Content Providers
    Publication number: 20160055547
    Abstract: A Query/Response service provides Queries to Media Providers, the Queries to be displayed or played in media broadcast, and interactive Banners to be presented in web sites or other Internet destinations hosted by the Media providers. Audience members react to the Queries to visit the Media Provider's web destinations to respond to the Queries. The system motivates increased traffic to Media Provider's destinations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 30, 2015
    Publication date: February 25, 2016
    Inventors: Kelsey Irene Olson, Michael Keith Olson, Marlene Dolores Olson
  • Coupling with anti-rotational element
    Patent number: 9261207
    Abstract: A threaded connection for engaging a first tubular and a second tubular with a threaded coupling. The threaded coupling has mill end teeth and field end teeth. Each tubular has a pin connector. The threaded coupling receives and engages both pin connectors. The threaded coupling has a controlled phase or a phase difference that limits the axial advancement of the pin connectors past a coupling midpoint. The threaded coupling has a relief groove that reduces the hoop stress if the mill end pin end and the field end pin end are not centered correctly at the coupling midpoint. The threaded coupling has a metal barrier formed by the phase difference and length of the screw thread helices which limit the axial advancement of each pin connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: PRECISION COUPLINGS, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Keith Nations, Jr., Michael Paul Kirchner
  • Anti-rotation tubular casing connection and threaded pipe connector
    Patent number: 9261208
    Abstract: A threaded casing connection and a thread pipe connector for connecting casing segments or tubing segments joined using a threaded connection. The threaded connection having a threaded coupling for engaging a mill end connector and a field end connector. The threaded connector has a metal barrier for accommodating any phase difference and length of the screw thread helices which limit the axial advancement of each pin connector with the threaded coupling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: PRECISION COUPLINGS, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Keith Nations, Jr., Michael Paul Kirchner
  • TRANSCRIPTIONAL PROFILING AND BIOMARKER-BASED METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING AND EVALUATING AGENTS FOR ANTIOXIDANT EFFICACY IN COSMETIC SKIN CARE FORMULATIONS
    Publication number: 20150322527
    Abstract: Gene panels, microarrays and biomarker panels relating to genes and gene products associated with age-related oxidative damage to skin, and transcriptional profiling-based methods for identification and evaluation of cosmetic agents for prevention, reversal, or reduction of oxidative damage to skin. Cosmetic agents and compositions comprising the cosmetic agents, capable of inducing nrf2-mediated activation of the antioxidant response element to increase expression of Phase 2 enzymes, methods for restoring optimal redox status to skin employing the agents, and methods for identifying and evaluating cosmetic agents acting via the nrf2-mediated mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2015
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Inventors: Deborah Ruth FINLAY, Robert Lloyd BINDER, Michael Keith ROBINSON, Rosemarie OSBORNE
  • Battery pack fault communication and handling
    Patent number: 9172120
    Abstract: A method of handling a fault in a battery pack, the method comprising: a battery module supplying a voltage to a high-voltage circuit; a battery management system transmitting a heartbeat signal to the battery module via a fault bus; the battery module preventing the heartbeat signal from being transmitted back to the battery management system in response to the battery module detecting a critical condition; and the battery management system shutting off the supply of voltage from the battery module to the high-voltage circuit in response to the battery module preventing the heartbeat signal from being transmitted back to the battery management system. The battery module transmits battery data to the battery management system via a communication bus, which is distinct from the fault bus, and the battery management system transmits one or more commands to the battery module via the communication bus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2015
    Assignee: SINOELECTRIC POWERTRAIN CORPORATION
    Inventors: David Kevin Pariseau, Yang Wang, Michael Keith Collins, Peng Zhou
  • Adult Incontinence Packages, Displays, and Advertisements
    Publication number: 20150232220
    Abstract: A method of transforming an unprinted package to a printed package by printing graphics of at least two adults on a face of a package. A method of transforming an unprinted sheet to a printed sheet by printing graphics of at least two adults on the sheet. A package comprising indicia of two adults in close proximity and a plurality of absorbent articles. A shelf display comprising indicia of two adults in close proximity and a plurality of absorbent articles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Inventors: Christopher Michael KEITH, Karen Rachel MARTIN
  • Absorbent article package
    Patent number: D743787
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2015
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lisa June Hood, Sarah Patricia Kunce, Christopher Michael Keith, Timothy Alan Burkett
  • Absorbent article package
    Patent number: D744333
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lisa June Hood, Sarah Patricia Kunce, Christopher Michael Keith, Timothy Alan Burkett
  • Absorbent article package
    Patent number: D745394
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2015
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lisa June Hood, Sarah Patricia Kunce, Christopher Michael Keith, Timothy Alan Burkett, Dean Larry Duval, John Ferrer
  • Absorbent article package
    Patent number: D764913
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lisa June Hood, Sarah Patricia Kunce, Christopher Michael Keith, Timothy Alan Burkett
  • Absorbent article package
    Patent number: D765507
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lisa June Hood, Sarah Patricia Kunce, Christopher Michael Keith, Timothy Alan Burkett
  • Absorbent article package
    Patent number: D768480
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lisa June Hood, Sarah Patricia Kunce, Christopher Michael Keith, Timothy Alan Burkett