Patents by Inventor Michael R. Newman
Michael R. Newman 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).
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Patent number: 11963880Abstract: Various cannulated bone implants and methods of using the cannulated bone implant are disclosed. The cannulated bone implant can include a proximal portion, a proximal end, a distal portion, a distal end, a transition portion, a threaded portion, a finned portion and a central passage. The transition portion can comprise a bend positioned between the proximal portion and the distal portion. The threaded portion can be positioned along the proximal portion between the proximal end and the transition portion. The threaded portion can be configured to secure the implant into a bone of a patient. The finned portion can be positioned along the distal portion between the transition portion and the distal end. The finned portion can be configured to prevent migration and/or rotation of the implant in use. The central passage can extend linearly from the proximal end of the implant to the distal end of the implant.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2022Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Assignee: GENSANO LLCInventors: Brian M. Newman, William R. Adams, Michael J. Joyer
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Publication number: 20240065851Abstract: Various cannulated bone implants and methods of using the cannulated bone implant are disclosed. The cannulated bone implant can include a proximal portion, a proximal end, a distal portion, a distal end, a transition portion, a threaded portion, a finned portion and a central passage. The transition portion can comprise a bend positioned between the proximal portion and the distal portion. The threaded portion can be positioned along the proximal portion between the proximal end and the transition portion. The threaded portion can be configured to secure the implant into a bone of a patient. The finned portion can be positioned along the distal portion between the transition portion and the distal end. The finned portion can be configured to prevent migration and/or rotation of the implant in use. The central passage can extend linearly from the proximal end of the implant to the distal end of the implant.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2023Publication date: February 29, 2024Inventors: Brian M. Newman, William R. Adams, II, Michael J. Joyer
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Publication number: 20150328798Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to devices and methods for splitting logs. In an embodiment, a log splitter assembly is configured such that the height of a the log splitter assembly may be adjusted. In an embodiment, a log splitter assembly is configured to require a user to employ two hands to activate the log splitter. In an embodiment, a log splitter assembly is configured to include a tow bar that may be retracted. In an embodiment, a log splitter assembly is configured such that the tension in a retraction may be adjusted. In an embodiment, a log splitter assembly includes a specialized housing bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2015Publication date: November 19, 2015Inventors: Carl Miller, Ronald Hickenbottom, Michael R. Newman
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Patent number: 9027189Abstract: A lawn sweeper including a housing may have a plurality of first markings, a brush height adjustment assembly including an arm moveable between a setting orientation and a sweeping orientation and a gauge connected to the arm including a plurality of second markings that corresponds with the first markings such that when the arm is disposed in the setting orientation a grass height associated with one of the second markings determines an adjustment of the brush height assembly to the sweeping orientation to one of the first markings that corresponds with the one of the second markings.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2012Date of Patent: May 12, 2015Assignee: Agri-Fab, Inc.Inventors: Ronald Hickenbottom, Michael R. Newman
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Publication number: 20140165308Abstract: A lawn sweeper including a housing may have a plurality of first markings, a brush height adjustment assembly including an arm moveable between a setting orientation and a sweeping orientation and a gauge connected to the arm including a plurality of second markings that corresponds with the first markings such that when the arm is disposed in the setting orientation a grass height associated with one of the second markings determines an adjustment of the brush height assembly to the sweeping orientation to one of the first markings that corresponds with the one of the second markings.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 19, 2012Publication date: June 19, 2014Applicant: Agri-Fab, Inc.Inventors: Ronald Hickenbottom, Michael R. Newman
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Patent number: 7743844Abstract: A disc harrow composed of one or more disc gangs has a subframe coupled to the disc gangs to move the disc gangs in response to variations in farmland terrain to limit the impact of obstructions when encountered during the harrowing process. When the obstruction is cleared, the subframe automatically returns the disc gangs to their pre-obstruction position. In addition to reducing the potentially-damaging impact of obstructions, the subframe also maintains a more consistent reel depth during undulations or changes in the farmland terrain, such as during harrowing of slopes or unleveled fields such as valleys, near waterways, and along fence rows.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2007Date of Patent: June 29, 2010Assignee: CNH America LLCInventors: Michael G. Kovach, Garry Good, Michael R. Newman, Kai Zhao, Suresh Pai
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Patent number: 7578356Abstract: A disc harrow composed of one or more disc gangs has a subframe coupled to the disc gangs to move the disc gangs in response to variations in farmland terrain to limit the impact of ground variation when encountered during the harrowing process. When the obstruction is cleared, the subframe automatically returns the disc gangs to their pre-obstruction position. In addition to reducing the potentially-damaging impact of obstructions, the subframe also maintains a more consistent reel depth during undulations or changes in the farmland terrain, such as during harrowing of slopes or unleveled fields such as valleys, near waterways, and along fence rows.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2007Date of Patent: August 25, 2009Assignee: CNH America LLCInventor: Michael R. Newman
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Publication number: 20090090523Abstract: A disc harrow composed of one or more disc gangs has a subframe coupled to the disc gangs to move the disc gangs in response to variations in farmland terrain to limit the impact of ground variation when encountered during the harrowing process. When the obstruction is cleared, the subframe automatically returns the disc gangs to their pre-obstruction position. In addition to reducing the potentially-damaging impact of obstructions, the subframe also maintains a more consistent reel depth during undulations or changes in the farmland terrain, such as during harrowing of slopes or unleveled fields such as valleys, near waterways, and along fence rows.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2007Publication date: April 9, 2009Inventor: Michael R. Newman
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Publication number: 20090025946Abstract: A disc harrow composed of one or more disc gangs has a subframe coupled to the disc gangs to move the disc gangs in response to variations in farmland terrain to limit the impact of obstructions when encountered during the harrowing process. When the obstruction is cleared, the subframe automatically returns the disc gangs to their pre-obstruction position. In addition to reducing the potentially-damaging impact of obstructions, the subframe also maintains a more consistent reel depth during undulations or changes in the farmland terrain, such as during harrowing of slopes or unleveled fields such as valleys, near waterways, and along fence rows.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2007Publication date: January 29, 2009Inventors: Michael G. Kovach, Garry Good, Michael R. Newman, Kai Zhao, Suresh Pai
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Patent number: 6880566Abstract: An apparatus for the enhancement of water quality is provided for purging a low flow area of a subterranean water distribution system. The apparatus can include: a water carrier system for transporting water through the apparatus, a flow control valve for adjusting the flow rate of water through the system; a programmable solenoid controller for activating and deactivating the flow control valve; electronic and/or optical sensing devices for measuring water quality; a data access and programming port; and an electronic control system. The components cooperate to provide a means for automatically measuring water quality and then purging water from the low flow area as required. The apparatus can discharge directly to a below ground drain such as a storm drain, sewer or drain field. Alternatively, the apparatus can have an above ground downwardly directed discharge.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2003Date of Patent: April 19, 2005Inventor: Michael R. Newman
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Publication number: 20040079689Abstract: An apparatus for the enhancement of water quality is provided for purging a low flow area of a subterranean water distribution system. The apparatus can include: a water carrier system for transporting water through the apparatus, a flow control valve for adjusting the flow rate of water through the system; a programmable solenoid controller for activating and deactivating the flow control valve; electronic and/or optical sensing devices for measuring water quality; a data access and programming port; and an electronic control system. The components cooperate to provide a means for automatically measuring water quality and then purging water from the low flow area as required. The apparatus can discharge directly to a below ground drain such as a storm drain, sewer or drain field. Alternatively, the apparatus can have an above ground downwardly directed discharge.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2003Publication date: April 29, 2004Inventor: Michael R. Newman
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Patent number: 6635172Abstract: An apparatus for enhancing the water quality in a subterranean pressurized water system is disclosed and provides a discharge passage control via a valve that can be actuated electronically at the location of the valve or remotely. The discharge through the apparatus permits the flow of water in the subterranean pressurized water system and a corresponding discharge of contaminants and increased concentration of disinfectants supplied to the subterranean pressurized water system by the water system manager. The discharge can occur directly to a below ground drain such as a storm drain, sewer or drain field.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2001Date of Patent: October 21, 2003Inventor: Michael R. Newman
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Publication number: 20020043490Abstract: An apparatus for enhancing the water quality in a subterranean pressurized water system is disclosed and provides a discharge passage control via a valve that can be actuated electronically at the location of the valve or remotely. The discharge through the apparatus permits the flow of water in the subterranean pressurized water system and a corresponding discharge of contaminants and increased concentration of disinfectants supplied to the subterranean pressurized water system by the water system manager. The discharge can occur directly to a below ground drain such as a storm drain, sewer or drain field.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2001Publication date: April 18, 2002Inventor: Michael R. Newman
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Patent number: 6358408Abstract: An apparatus for enhancing the water quality in a subterranean pressurized water system is disclosed and provides a discharge passage control via a valve that can be actuated electronically at the location of the valve or remotely. The discharge through the apparatus permits the flow of water in the subterranean pressurized water system and a corresponding discharge of contaminants and increased concentration of disinfectants supplied to the subterranean pressurized water system by the water system manager. The discharge can occur directly to a below ground drain such as a storm drain, sewer or drain field.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2000Date of Patent: March 19, 2002Inventor: Michael R. Newman
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Patent number: 6035704Abstract: A self-contained water quality enhancement apparatus is provided for purging a low flow area of a subterranean water distribution system. The apparatus include: a water carrier system for transporting water through the apparatus, a flow control valve for adjusting the flow rate of water through the system; a programmable solenoid controller for activating and deactivating the flow control valve; electronic and/or optical sensing devices for measuring water quality; a data access and programming port; and an electronic control system. The components cooperate to provide a means for automatically measuring water quality and then purging water from the low flow area as required.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 1998Date of Patent: March 14, 2000Inventor: Michael R. Newman