Patents by Inventor Michael Loveless

Michael Loveless 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: 8985213
    Abstract: A subterranean zone surrounding a well bore is fractured with a fracturing fluid. Micro proppant of 200 mesh or smaller is pumped into far field fractures of the subterranean zone and props the far field fractures open.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Rajesh Kumar Saini, Bradley L. Todd, Jimmie D. Weaver, James W. Ogle, David Michael Loveless, Philip Nguyen
  • Patent number: 8720569
    Abstract: A composition of a treatment fluid and method for treating a zone of well. In an embodiment, the composition includes at least: (i) an aqueous phase; (ii) at least 5 ppm iron ion in the aqueous phase; (iii) a source of at least 5 ppm iodide ion to be dissolved in the aqueous phase; (iv) a water-soluble viscosity-increasing agent dissolved in the aqueous phase; and (v) a source of an oxidative breaker to be dissolved in the aqueous phase. In an embodiment, a method of treating a zone of a subterranean formation of a well includes at least the steps of: (a) forming a treatment fluid according to the composition; and (b) introducing the treatment fluid into the zone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2014
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: David Michael Loveless, Lucas Kurtis Fontenelle, Rajesh Kumar Saini
  • Patent number: 8702478
    Abstract: A universal dust shroud includes a unitary mounting bracket on top of the shroud body. The bracket includes a plurality of collar sections attached to the body via a ā€˜Zā€™ shaped joint which allows the collar sections to move radially inwardly and outwardly relative to each other to accommodate different angle grinders. The bracket may include slots formed at the base of the bracket. The slots allow air to flow in through the slots, out past the grinding disk, and to the vacuum port. As such, the slots can aid in cooling the grinder output and bearings, and helps keep dust and debris away from the bearings in order to extend the life of the grinder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Publication number: 20140041874
    Abstract: A wellbore servicing system comprising a flowpath comprising a first conduit from a water source to a mixer, a first fluid stream being communicated via the first conduit, the mixer, a wellbore servicing fluid being mixed within the mixer, and a second conduit from the fluid mixer to a wellbore, a wellbore servicing fluid stream being communicated via the second conduit, wherein at least a portion of the first fluid stream, the wellbore servicing fluid, the wellbore servicing fluid stream, or combinations thereof, are in contact with a quantity of template-assisted crystallization beads.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Nathan Carl SCHULTHEISS, David Michael LOVELESS
  • Publication number: 20140034309
    Abstract: A subterranean zone surrounding a well bore is fractured with a fracturing fluid. Micro proppant of 200 mesh or smaller is pumped into far field fractures of the subterranean zone and props the far field fractures open.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2012
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Inventors: Rajesh Kumar Saini, Bradley L. Todd, Jimmie D. Weaver, James W. Ogle, David Michael Loveless, Philip Nguyen
  • Patent number: 8177606
    Abstract: A dust shroud for rotary tools includes a front half and a back half which are attachable together along an axis thereof to form a dust shroud. The dust shroud is mountable to a rotary power tool after mounting a mandrel in the power tool, and includes one or more openings to allow a person to lock the shaft of the tool while the dust shroud is mounted thereto to allow a person to change a worn out abrasive pad. The dust shroud is particularly suited for use with die grinders and similar rotary tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2012
    Assignee: Dustless Depot, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless, Brett H. Peterson
  • Patent number: 8137165
    Abstract: A universal dust shroud includes mounting brackets held above the shroud body by springs. The brackets move radially and vertically relative to the body to accommodate different angle grinders, and allow vertical movement of the shroud body relative to the grinding disk while using the grinder to allow the user greater control over the angle grinder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2012
    Assignee: Dust Collection Products, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Patent number: 8133094
    Abstract: A vacuum shroud for an angle grinder includes a removable hatch for grinding in a corner and provides a storage location on the shroud for the hatch in order to encourage use of the hatch when not grinding in a corner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 13, 2012
    Assignee: Dust Collection Products, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless, Ryan Anderson
  • Patent number: 8011398
    Abstract: A dust shroud for gas powered circular saws allows for mounting to a circular saw and for use therewith out hindering the use of the saw. The shroud does not interfere with the ability to operate the saw or set the saw on the ground, and effectively collects dust and debris without reducing the depth of cut.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2011
    Assignee: Dustless Depot, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Publication number: 20100285729
    Abstract: A universal dust shroud includes a unitary mounting bracket on top of the shroud body. The bracket includes a plurality of collar sections attached to the body via a ā€˜Zā€™ shaped joint which allows the collar sections to move radially inwardly and outwardly relative to each other to accommodate different angle grinders. The bracket may include slots formed at the base of the bracket. The slots allow air to flow in through the slots, out past the grinding disk, and to the vacuum port. As such, the slots can aid in cooling the grinder output and bearings, and helps keep dust and debris away from the bearings in order to extend the life of the grinder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Patent number: 7805805
    Abstract: A vacuum assisted scraper draws air from both in front of and behind the scraper blade to collect dust and debris as the scraper is used. The scraper keeps the work area clean and prevents dust buildup from hindering the use of the scraper.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Assignee: Loveless Ash Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Loveless
  • Publication number: 20100005619
    Abstract: A vacuum assisted scraper draws air from both in front of and behind the scraper blade to collect dust and debris as the scraper is used. The scraper keeps the work area clean and prevents dust buildup from hindering the use of the scraper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2009
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Inventor: Michael Loveless
  • Publication number: 20090300876
    Abstract: A vacuum assisted scraper draws air from both in front of and behind the scraper blade to collect dust and debris as the scraper is used. The scraper keeps the work area clean and prevents dust buildup from hindering the use of the scraper.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2009
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Inventor: Michael Loveless
  • Publication number: 20090241283
    Abstract: A vacuum control system allows the vacuum to be turned on and off automatically based on the operation of an associated power tool. The vacuum is able to run at full power without sacrificing power to the power tool itself. Additionally, a pneumatic power tool may be used to control the operation of the vacuum.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless, Todd Palmer, Kent Walker Mabey
  • Publication number: 20090183377
    Abstract: A circular saw dust shroud extends around the open portion of the blade guard to enclose the saw blade. The dust shroud provides improved dust collection while still allowing unimpeded use of the saw.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Publication date: July 23, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Publication number: 20090183800
    Abstract: A dust shroud for gas powered circular saws allows for mounting to a circular saw and for use therewith out hindering the use of the saw. The shroud does not interfere with the ability to operate the saw or set the saw on the ground, and effectively collects dust and debris without reducing the depth of cut.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Publication date: July 23, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Publication number: 20090186559
    Abstract: A vacuum shroud for an angle grinder includes a removable hatch for grinding in a corner and provides a storage location on the shroud for the hatch in order to encourage use of the hatch when not grinding in a corner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Publication date: July 23, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless, Ryan Anderson
  • Publication number: 20090181606
    Abstract: A flexible vacuum shroud provides an improved seal to the work surface and allows for use on curved surfaces. The shroud incorporates support structures around the cutting tool hole which improve performance with different cutting tools and which prevent collapse of the shroud.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless
  • Publication number: 20090181604
    Abstract: A dust shroud for rotary tools includes a front half and a back half which are attachable together along an axis thereof to form a dust shroud. The dust shroud is mountable to a rotary power tool after mounting a mandrel in the power tool, and includes one or more openings to allow a person to lock the shaft of the tool while the dust shroud is mounted thereto to allow a person to change a worn out abrasive pad. The dust shroud is particularly suited for use with die grinders and similar rotary tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless, Brett H. Peterson
  • Publication number: 20090181605
    Abstract: A universal dust shroud includes mounting brackets held above the shroud body by springs. The brackets move radially and vertically relative to the body to accommodate different angle grinders, and allow vertical movement of the shroud body relative to the grinding disk while using the grinder to allow the user greater control over the angle grinder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Loveless, Spencer Loveless