Patents by Inventor Michael Mullins

Michael Mullins 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: 12255519
    Abstract: A generator unit of a system for generating electrical power includes a generator coupled to a turbine. A flowline coupled to the generator unit conveys a fluid to an inlet of the turbine. A second flowline couples an outlet of the turbine and a tree of a well at a wellsite. The second flowline conveys the fluid from the outlet to the tree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2025
    Assignee: CAMERON INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
    Inventors: Burkhard Sommer, Pierre Petit, Edmund Peter McHugh, Michael Mullin, Conor Gray, Martin Fleet, Michael Anthony McKeon, Gustavo Gonzalez, Phillip Theriot
  • Publication number: 20240393170
    Abstract: Various implementations relate generally to multi-sensor devices. Some implementations more particularly relate to a multi-sensor device including a ring of radially-oriented photosensors. Some implementations more particularly relate to a multi-sensor device that is orientation-independent with respect to a central axis of the ring. Some implementations of the multi-sensor devices described herein further include one or more additional sensors. For example, some implementations include an axially-directed photosensor. Some implementations also can include one or more temperature sensors configured to sense an exterior temperature, for example, an ambient temperature of an outdoors environment around the multi-sensor. Additionally or alternatively, some implementations include one or more of an infrared sensor or infrared sensors, a cellular communication circuit, and a GPS module.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2024
    Publication date: November 28, 2024
    Inventors: Stephen Clark Brown, Dhairya Shrivastava, Jason David Zedlitz, Trevor Gustav Frank, Jue Wang, Alexander Rumer, Dennis Michael Mullins, Kevin Kazuo Kaneshiro
  • Patent number: 12130914
    Abstract: Applications and processes executing on an endpoint are monitored to identify behavior indicative of malicious activity such as a ransomware attack. Messages generated from this monitoring as well as messages derived from external sources are stored in a queue for routing. A router selects some messages from the queue based on a routing policy and sends them to a cloud-based platform that can initiate various actions based on received messages. The router also sends some messages from the queue to a module that analyzes the messages and reduces their size by aggregating, correlating, and detecting relevant information. The module puts the modified messages back into the queue for further routing by the router according to the policy. Related apparatus, systems, techniques and articles are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2024
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2024
    Assignee: Halcyon Tech, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert Bushner, Alejandro Espinoza, Kristen Lamb, Seagen Levites, Clark Lindsey, Jonathan Miller, Peter Morgan, Michael Mullin, Ryan Smith, Vu Ta, Seva Tonkonoh, Timothy West
  • Publication number: 20240229588
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a sensor for sensing pressure, temperature, or another physical parameter at a wellhead assembly or other oilfield component. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a wellhead body and a branch assembly coupled to the wellhead body such that a bore of the branch assembly is in fluid communication with an interior of the wellhead body through an access passage of the wellhead body. The branch assembly includes a penetration extending outwardly from the bore to an exterior surface of the branch assembly that is radially outward of the bore, and a sensor is installed in the penetration of the branch assembly. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2022
    Publication date: July 11, 2024
    Inventors: Michael Anthony McKeon, Edmund Peter McHugh, Declan Elliott, Finbarr Evans, Michael Mullin
  • Patent number: 10281306
    Abstract: A flow meter system is disclosed that includes a first flow sensor and first and second fluid flow conduits extending from the first flow sensor. The second fluid flow conduit may be disposed inside the first fluid flow conduit thereby forming a fluid annulus between the first and second fluid flow conduits. The first fluid flow conduit may be metal to resist a fluid pressure differential and the second fluid flow conduit may be non-metal to balance a fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit and attenuate noise therein. The fluid annulus may be configured to receive a fluid to balance the fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: Cameron International Corporation
    Inventors: Michael Mullin, Eddie McHugh, Don Augenstein
  • Publication number: 20170363326
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a portable heater that may be used in an area used for human occupancy, to provide heat to that area. Such a heater can be portable, and comprise an environmental detector that senses ambient air conditions, and may provide data used to shut down the heater in threshold conditions. In one implementation, a portable heater for use in high altitudes can comprise a housing configured for portability, in which a combustion region and a fuel supply component are disposed. The heater can comprise an environmental detector with a flameless sensor configured to detect an ambient level of a constituent of the atmosphere, and generate a signal indicative of the constituent level; and a sensor interface that can control flow of fuel from the fuel supply, based at least upon a signal received from the sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2017
    Publication date: December 21, 2017
    Inventors: Brian Vandrak, Michael Mullins
  • Publication number: 20170363327
    Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for a vent-free heater that may be installed in an area used for human occupancy, to provide heat to that area. Such a heater can comprise an environmental detector that senses ambient air conditions, and may provide data used to shut down the heater in predetermined threshold condition. In one implementation, a vent-free heater for installation in high altitudes can comprise a combustion region and a fuel supply component. The heater can comprise an environmental detector with a flameless sensor configured to detect an ambient level of a constituent of the atmosphere and generate a signal indicative of the constituent level; and a sensor interface that can control flow of fuel from the fuel supply, based at least upon a signal received from the sensor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2017
    Publication date: December 21, 2017
    Inventors: Brian Vandrak, Michael Mullins
  • Publication number: 20170074699
    Abstract: A flow meter system is disclosed that includes a first flow sensor and first and second fluid flow conduits extending from the first flow sensor. The second fluid flow conduit may be disposed inside the first fluid flow conduit thereby forming a fluid annulus between the first and second fluid flow conduits. The first fluid flow conduit may be metal to resist a fluid pressure differential and the second fluid flow conduit may be non-metal to balance a fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit and attenuate noise therein. The fluid annulus may be configured to receive a fluid to balance the fluid pressure across the second fluid flow conduit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2016
    Publication date: March 16, 2017
    Inventors: Michael MULLIN, Eddie MCHUGH, Don AUGENSTEIN
  • Patent number: 9514607
    Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may receive primary wagers on a first payline and a second payline. The systems and methods may receive one or more secondary wagers on one or more selected paylines. The selected paylines may be based on data received from a player. The systems and methods may determine a selected paylines payout based on the one or more selected paylines.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2016
    Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven Joseph Tongate, Brendan Michael Mullins
  • Patent number: 9305432
    Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems, devices, and methods, which may receive wagers on one or more paylines. The systems, devices, and methods may determine a winning outcome and/or a losing outcome. The systems, devices, and methods may determine one or more key values. The systems and methods may determine a scripted scenario based on the determined one or more key values. The systems and methods may display one or more presentations based on the determined scripted scenario. The scripted scenario may utilize symbols, characters, and/or other gaming objects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.
    Inventors: Brendan Michael Mullins, Christopher James Weitzen, Nathan Alan Poulisse, Donald James Rollo, Dmitry M. Gerenrot, Steven Joseph Tongate
  • Publication number: 20160004078
    Abstract: A cover for obstructing the camera of an optical head mounted display is provided. The cover comprises a sleeve having a cavity adapted to slide over an optical head mounted display camera. The sleeve removably attaches to the optical head mounted display camera via snap connectors located within the cavity of the sleeve. The sleeve is sufficiently flexible to accept insertion of the optical head mounted display camera and securely retain the optical head mounted display camera therein. The cover further includes an indicator on an exterior surface thereof designating that the optical head mounted display camera is not operational.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2015
    Publication date: January 7, 2016
    Inventor: Michael Mullins
  • Patent number: 9039509
    Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may utilize bingo mapping gaming options. The systems and methods may include bingo mapping functionality in a Class II environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: Cadillac Jack, Inc.
    Inventors: Brendan Michael Mullins, Donald James Rollo, III, Ray Edward Bornert, II
  • Publication number: 20150016092
    Abstract: A frame for displaying lithophanes that utilizes either natural daylight or electric light as the source of illumination. Current display options for lithophanes rely solely on one light source or the other, thus limiting display options. This frame will allow users to display their lithophanes whenever and wherever they like. The frame is designed with a lip to hold the lithophane to be displayed and a recess to contain the electric light source. The frame is built with an electrical connector to accept the appropriate electrical adapter. The frame utilizes a reflective rear panel to direct electric light through the lithophane for display away from a window or at night. The rear panel is removable to allow display in a window using natural daylight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2014
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Inventor: Cole Michael Mullin
  • Publication number: 20140128545
    Abstract: Embodiments include curable compositions including an epoxy resin and a hardener component including a terpolymer having first constitutional unit, a second constitutional unit, and a third constitutional unit, where the epoxy group to the second constitutional unit has a molar ratio in a range of 1.0:1.0 to 2.7:1.0. Embodiments include prepregs that include a reinforcement component and the curable composition and an electrical laminate formed with the curable composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2011
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Applicant: DOW Global Technologies LLC
    Inventors: Jia Wen Xiong, Hongyu Chen, Michael Mullins, Chao Zhang, Annie Gui Hong Liao, Wayne Yi Zhang
  • Publication number: 20130310137
    Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to systems and methods, which may receive primary wagers on a first payline and a second payline. The systems and methods may receive one or more secondary wagers on one or more selected paylines. The selected paylines may be based on data received from a player. The systems and methods may determine a selected paylines payout based on the one or more selected paylines.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2012
    Publication date: November 21, 2013
    Applicant: CADILLAC JACK
    Inventors: Steven Joseph Tongate, Brendan Michael Mullins
  • Patent number: 8215587
    Abstract: A multi-celled ram-air parachute possessing one or more internal one-way valved air passages between at least two parachute cells to maintain positive air pressure within the parachute for the purpose of maintaining shape and rigidity when less than optimal airspeed is present thereby increasing a user's control and safety.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2012
    Inventor: Charles Michael Mullins
  • Publication number: 20110303211
    Abstract: Provided is a forced air heater. The forced air heater may comprise a housing defining a duct. The duct may be adapted for a flow of fluid therethrough. The heater may be adapted to provide a flow of fluid through the duct that is substantially laminar or transient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2011
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Applicant: Enerco Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Gove, Michael Mullins
  • Publication number: 20060249464
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method, apparatus and system for the treatment of organic and inorganic waste in a waste fluid. The method involves a co-current plug flow of fluid in a reactor in which ozone mass transfer conforms to the effective life of the ozone used in the treatment. Hydroxide and hydrogen peroxide can be added to the waste fluid. The combined fluids to be treated travel the reactor through a series of surfaces in a packed reactor. The apparatus includes a diffuser for ozone which assists in the co-current plug flow of fluids. The diffuser can have a porosity of about 10 microns. The invention further envisions a compact system for efficient treatment of waste fluids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2006
    Publication date: November 9, 2006
    Inventors: Harry Conger, James Muzzy, Michael Mullins
  • Publication number: 20060024583
    Abstract: A novel nickel-carbon electrode, and methods for making the same, have been developed. The nickel-carbon electrode comprises an active mass (e.g., a nickel oxyhydroxide, hydroxide or oxide) deposited to a carbon foam using any one of chemical deposition, thermal deposition or electrochemical deposition. The nickel-carbon electrode is formed or “activated” through a series of charge-discharge cycles. The nickel-carbon electrode is comparable in volumetric capacities (mAh/cc) with commercial nickel electrodes but higher in gravimetric capacities (mAh/g). The nickel-carbon electrode may be used in rechargeable nickel-based batteries which have applications in cordless appliances, portable devices, standby power systems, the aerospace industry, and hybrid electric vehicles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2005
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Applicant: Board of Control of Michigan Technological University
    Inventors: Alamjeet Singh, Bahne Cornilsen, Michael Mullins, Tony Rogers
  • Patent number: D486061
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2004
    Assignee: The Children's Factory Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Mullins, Michael A. Richter, Dale E. Emge