Patents by Inventor Michael McGraw

Michael McGraw 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: 20240132678
    Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods that utilize complementary polymerization reactions to simultaneously generate one or more polymeric materials, including crosslinked polymer matrices, tethered inter-penetrating network, heterogenous polymer blends, or homogeneous polymer blends. The provided compositions and methods utilize the combination of an energy demanding step-growth reaction with a highly exothermic reaction to drive the energy demanding reaction by chemical heating and avoid issues associated with thermal runaway, such as solution boiling or unwanted biproducts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2023
    Publication date: April 25, 2024
    Inventors: Robert David ALLEN, Nicholas A. RORRER, Michael McGRAW
  • Publication number: 20240123774
    Abstract: An aerodynamic system comprising a torsion tube, a first rotatory coupling coupled to the torsion tube and adapted to mount to a first wheel hub, a second rotary coupling coupled to the torsion tube distal from the first rotary coupling and adapted to mount to a second wheel hub, and a non-rotating fairing panel mounted to the torsion tube.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2023
    Publication date: April 18, 2024
    Inventors: Joshua Butler, Kyle Walker, Redza Shah, Zane McCarthy, Michael O'Connell, Aaron McGraw
  • Patent number: 11958457
    Abstract: A military vehicle includes a passenger capsule having a front end and a rear end, a front module coupled to the front end of the passenger capsule, a rear module coupled to the rear end of the passenger capsule, a generator, and an export power kit. The front module includes a front subframe, a prime mover, a front axle assembly, and a front differential coupled to the front axle assembly. The rear module includes a rear subframe, a rear axle assembly, and a transaxle coupled to the rear axle assembly, the prime mover, and the front differential. The generator is configured to be driven by the prime mover to generate electricity. The export power kit is coupled to the generator and configured to facilitate exporting power off of the military vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2024
    Assignee: Oshkosh Defense, LLC
    Inventors: Don Verhoff, Gary Schmiedel, Chris Yakes, Rob Messina, Brian Wilkins, Kent Schulte, Daniel R. Seffernick, Joseph Holda, Michael Peotter, David McGraw, Anthony Seefeldt, Dave Pelko, Jesse Gander, Jerry Reineking, Jesse Steinke
  • Patent number: 11932060
    Abstract: A chassis mounted energy extraction and delivery system. In one embodiment, a gravity-referenced, external tire inflation facility is integrated into an aerodynamic fairing mounted on the chassis of a vehicle. In one other embodiment, a torsion bar coupled between a hub-mounted energy extraction or delivery facility and a selected portion of the chassis provides a cross-referenced fixed point of reference. In a dual-axle embodiment, a first end of the torsion bar is coupled to the hub of one axle and a second end of the torsion bar is coupled to the hub of the other axle. In a single-axle embodiment, the second end of the torsion bar is coupled to the chassis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: FLOWBELOW AERO, INC.
    Inventors: Joshua Butler, Kyle Walker, Redza Shah, Zane McCarthy, Michael O'Connell, Aaron McGraw
  • Publication number: 20240087474
    Abstract: Disclosed is an electronically adjustable joint, and associated systems and methods. A joint position of a multiple-axis joint, e.g., a 3-axis joint, can be tracked, as the joint moves through two or more dimensions. In an illustrative embodiment, the joint can provide a mechanical equivalent of a physical joint, e.g., a shoulder, elbow, hip, or knee, which can accommodate motion in rotational angle and/or tilt angle. In some embodiments, the joint includes electronically adjustable friction. An illustrative application provides electronically adjustable joints for an aging simulation suit, wherein one or more joints can be controllably stiffened in selective ranges, such that a wearer of the suit can experience the effects of aging, arthritis and/or other ailments. In an illustrative embodiment, a sensor can use four discrete 2-axis magnetometers to calculate the position of the magnet on the arm of the joint, to continuously sense and track the angle of the joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2023
    Publication date: March 14, 2024
    Inventors: Donald G. Lariviere, David Foor, Andrew McGraw, Michael Keesling
  • Patent number: 11905609
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a one-step process for preparation of “in-situ” or “ex-situ” self-organized and electrically conducting polymer nanocomposites using thermally initiated polymerization of a halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer or its derivatives. This approach does not require additional polymerization initiators or catalysts, produce gaseous products that are naturally removed without affecting the polymer matrix, and do not leave by-product contaminants. It is demonstrated that self-polymerization of halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer is not affected by the presence of a solid-state phase in the form of nanoparticles and results in formation of 3,4-polyethylenedioxythiophene (PEDOT) nanocomposites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS
    Inventors: Alevtina Smirnova, Michael McGraw, Praveen Kolla
  • Patent number: 11775414
    Abstract: A device includes one or more processors configured to: receive source code including a section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability; generate a formatted code section based at least partly on the section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability; identify a matching patch model based on the formatted code section; provide the formatted code section to the matching patch model; receive a remedied code section from the matching patch model; and apply the remedied code section to the section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability. Generating the formatted code section based at least partly on the section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability includes: dividing the section of source code into sub-elements; associating type information to the sub-elements to generate tokens; and mapping each token to a unique identifier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2023
    Assignee: RAM Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: John Darragh Geddes, Robert Michael McGraw
  • Publication number: 20230104838
    Abstract: Various embodiments provide methods and systems for providing sustainable and environmentally friendly fluid lighteners for use in downhole wells. The sustainable and environmentally friendly fluid lighteners may include one or more viscosifiers, one or more aphron generators, and a location-specific non-emulsifying or de-emulsifying surfactant. Various embodiments provide methods and systems for providing continuity of chemistry in downhole wells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2022
    Publication date: April 6, 2023
    Inventors: Luke Blackwell, Michael McGraw, Tony Farish, Ronnie Farish
  • Patent number: 11591907
    Abstract: Various embodiments provide methods and systems for providing fluid lighteners for use in downhole wells. The fluid lighteners may include one or more viscosifiers, one or more aphron generators, and a location-specific non-emulsifying surfactant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2023
    Assignee: Horizon Mud Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael McGraw, Tony Farish, Ronnie Farish
  • Patent number: 11542817
    Abstract: Various embodiments provide methods and systems for providing fluid lighteners for use in downhole wells. The fluid lighteners may include one or more viscosifiers, one or more aphron generators, and a location-specific non-emulsifying surfactant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2023
    Assignee: Horizon Mud Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael McGraw, Tony Farish, Ronnie Farish
  • Publication number: 20220335135
    Abstract: An embedded software analyzer (ESA) detects vulnerabilities in software, such as embedded software items (e.g., software that is pre-loaded onto a device or component). Vulnerabilities may include flaws, glitches, weaknesses, and/or other elements that may prevent correct operation or allow an attacker to access or exploit the software (and/or associated devices, components, systems, etc.) The ESA may utilize techniques such as fuzzing and symbolic execution to identify vulnerabilities. The ESA may predict vulnerabilities and prioritize analysis based on the prediction. The ESA may use smart seeding to optimize fuzzing or other analysis. Such smart seeding may include generating optimized inputs for a particular software item. The ESA may apply machine learning to perform, optimize, and/or otherwise implement such analysis techniques.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2021
    Publication date: October 20, 2022
    Applicant: RAM Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Michael McGraw, John Darragh Geddes
  • Publication number: 20220083450
    Abstract: A device includes one or more processors configured to: receive source code including a section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability; generate a formatted code section based at least partly on the section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability; identify a matching patch model based on the formatted code section; provide the formatted code section to the matching patch model; receive a remedied code section from the matching patch model; and apply the remedied code section to the section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability. Generating the formatted code section based at least partly on the section of source code associated with at least one bug or vulnerability includes: dividing the section of source code into sub-elements; associating type information to the sub-elements to generate tokens; and mapping each token to a unique identifier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2021
    Publication date: March 17, 2022
    Applicant: RAM Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: John Darragh Geddes, Robert Michael McGraw
  • Publication number: 20210363649
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a one-step process for preparation of “in-situ” or “ex-situ” self-organized and electrically conducting polymer nanocomposites using thermally initiated polymerization of a halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer or its derivatives. This approach does not require additional polymerization initiators or catalysts, produce gaseous products that are naturally removed without affecting the polymer matrix, and do not leave by-product contaminants. It is demonstrated that self-polymerization of halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer is not affected by the presence of a solid-state phase in the form of nanoparticles and results in formation of 3,4-polyethylenedioxythiophene (PEDOT) nanocomposites.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2021
    Publication date: November 25, 2021
    Applicant: South Dakota Board of Regents
    Inventors: Alevtina Smirnova, Michael McGraw, Praveen Kolla
  • Patent number: 11111586
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a one-step process for preparation of “in-situ” or “ex-situ” self-organized and electrically conducting polymer nanocomposites using thermally initiated polymerization of a halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer or its derivatives. This approach does not require additional polymerization initiators or catalysts, produce gaseous products that are naturally removed without affecting the polymer matrix, and do not leave by-product contaminants. It is demonstrated that self-polymerization of halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer is not affected by the presence of a solid-state phase in the form of nanoparticles and results in formation of 3,4-polyethylenedioxythiophene (PEDOT) nanocomposites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2021
    Assignee: SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS
    Inventors: Alevtina Smirnova, Michael McGraw, Praveen Kolla
  • Publication number: 20190055763
    Abstract: A horizontal adjustable hinge system that is capable of replacing existing hinges. The adjustable hinge assembly comprises of a first and second horizontally mounted support legs which comprise of two elongated slots for fasteners. These elongated slots for fasteners allow for adjustment of the distance between the fixed support structure and the movable structure. There is also two square holes for additional fortifying of the hinge assemble to the structure. The system also has a vertical mounted pole bracket capable of acting as a clamp over a standard post pole and having a multiplicity of openings for the insertion of fasteners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2018
    Publication date: February 21, 2019
    Inventor: Michael McGraw
  • Publication number: 20170241025
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a one-step process for preparation of “in-situ” or “ex-situ” self-organized and electrically conducting polymer nanocomposites using thermally initiated polymerization of a halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer or its derivatives. This approach does not require additional polymerization initiators or catalysts, produce gaseous products that are naturally removed without affecting the polymer matrix, and do not leave by-product contaminants. It is demonstrated that self-polymerization of halogenated 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene monomer is not affected by the presence of a solid-state phase in the form of nanoparticles and results in formation of 3,4-polyethylenedioxythiophene (PEDOT) nanocomposites.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Publication date: August 24, 2017
    Applicant: South Dakota Board of Regents
    Inventors: Alevtina Smirnova, Michael McGraw, Praveen Kolla
  • Publication number: 20150082512
    Abstract: A pair of magnetic mechanics gloves for allowing metal objects to be removably attached magnetically thereto comprising a right magnetic mechanics glove and a left magnetic mechanics glove. The right magnetic mechanics glove is defined by a conventional right handed glove body having magnetically infused finger tips and, in some embodiments, a magnetically infused dorsal side. The left magnetic mechanics glove is defined by a conventional left handed glove body which has three magnetic strips affixed in parallel to the surface of its dorsal side, below the finger area and above the wrist area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventor: Michael McGraw
  • Publication number: 20080215062
    Abstract: Packaging for holding an ophthalmic shunt, the ophthalmic shunt having a foot, a head, and a body connecting the foot and head, the packaging having an elastomeric membrane with an aperture for receiving the shunt in the packaging.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2008
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Inventors: Mark Bowen, Eric A. Bene, Michael McGraw
  • Publication number: 20080200923
    Abstract: An insertion tool and method are provided for implanting an ophthalmic shunt having a foot, a head and a body connecting the foot and head. The insertion tool has a first arm having a proximal end and a distal end and a second arm having a proximal end and a distal end. The second arm is movable with respect to the first arm between an open position and a closed position. A means to grip a shunt is disposed on the distal ends of the first and second arms. In use, the insertion tool is employed to selectively grip the shunt for placement in the tissue of the eye and, as desired, to orient the shunt after placement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2008
    Publication date: August 21, 2008
    Inventors: Richard Beckman, Dana Cote, Mark Bowen, Eric A. Bene, Michael McGraw
  • Publication number: 20050198752
    Abstract: An underwater vacuum, cleaning, removal, and sterilization system that allows for the submersible cleaning and sterilization of interior surfaces of drinking water storage, treatment, and distribution facilities. The system allows for the cleaning and chemical sterilization of surfaces in an underwater environment while simultaneously removing the sterilization chemical to prevent the said sterilization chemical from impacting or increasing the optimum sterilization chemical concentration in the surrounding water. The underwater vacuum, cleaning, and sterilization system includes a housing 24 having an opening 46 which is positioned adjacent the surface to be cleaned and sterilized. The system also includes a containment chamber 55 inside said housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2004
    Publication date: September 15, 2005
    Inventor: Michael McGraw