Patents by Inventor Paul C. Johnson
Paul C. Johnson 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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Publication number: 20240117036Abstract: The present invention relates to Tri-Specific Binding Molecules, which are multi-chain polypeptide molecules that possess three Binding Domains and are thus capable of mediating coordinated binding to three epitopes. The Tri-Specific Binding Molecule is preferably characterized in possessing binding domains that permit it to immunospecifically bind to: (1) an epitope of a first Cancer Antigen, (2) an epitope of a second Cancer Antigen, and (3) an epitope of a molecule that is expressed on the surface of an immune system effector cell, and are thus capable of localizing an immune system effector cell to a cell that expresses a Cancer Antigen, so as to thereby facilitate the killing of such cancer cell.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2023Publication date: April 11, 2024Inventors: Ezio BONVINI, Paul A. MOORE, Jonathan C. LI, Leslie S. JOHNSON, Kalpana SHAH
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Publication number: 20240103301Abstract: A head-mounted display may include a display system and an optical system in a housing. The display system may have displays that produce images. Positioners may be used to move the displays relative to the eye positions of a user's eyes. An adjustable optical system may include tunable lenses such as tunable cylindrical liquid crystal lenses. The displays may be viewed through the lenses when the user's eyes are at the eye positions. A sensor may be incorporated into the head-mounted display to measure refractive errors in the user's eyes. The sensor may include waveguides and volume holograms, and a camera for gathering light that has reflected from the retinas of the user's eyes. Viewing comfort may be enhanced by adjusting display positions relative to the eye positions and/or by adjusting lens settings based on the content being presented on the display and/or measured refractive errors.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2023Publication date: March 28, 2024Inventors: Victoria C. Chan, Christina G. Gambacorta, Graham B. Myhre, Hyungryul Choi, Nan Zhu, Phil M. Hobson, William W. Sprague, Edward A. Valko, Qiong Huang, Branko Petljanski, Paul V. Johnson, Brandon E. Clarke, Elijah H. Kleeman
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Patent number: 11931613Abstract: A fire suppression nozzle can include a first fluid channel configured to be in fluid communication with a first fluid having a first flow velocity and a second fluid channel configured to be in fluid communication with a second fluid having a second flow velocity. A mixer can be disposed between the first fluid channel and the second fluid channel such that the mixer is configured to induce streamwise vorticity in at least the first fluid exiting first fluid channel to cause mixing of the first fluid and the second fluid to reduce a flow speed of a mixture of the first fluid and the second fluid.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2021Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: Carrier CorporationInventors: Paul M. Johnson, Duane C. McCormick, May L. Corn, Sudarshan N. Koushik, Mikhail Morozov, Changmin Cao, Christopher T. Chipman, Keith A. Post
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Patent number: 7097328Abstract: A heat sink for use with luminaires can be tightened securely against a lamp socket and can be loosened to allow the lamp socket to be rotated. The heat sink also contacts preferably an endplate or other structure of the luminaire having a preferably large amount of exterior surface area. Heat is drawn away from the lamp socket and interior of the luminaire via the heat sink to the endplate or other structure, where the heat is dissipated via convection into the surrounding air. By using another structure of the luminaire having a relatively large amount of surface area, the heat sink advantageously need not be large or bulky.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2003Date of Patent: August 29, 2006Assignee: Sylvan R. Shemitz Designs, Inc.Inventors: Sylvan R. Shemitz, Paul R. Ford, Gregory L. Moler, Paul C. Johnson
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Patent number: 6460350Abstract: A method for recovering gas is described and includes compressing gas with a turboexpander-driven compressor. The compressor may be a high speed cryogenic centrifugal compressor and the gas to be recovered may be generated from a source of liquefied gas, such as during the transfer of liquefied natural gas from a shipping vessel to a storage tank. A system for recovering gas is also provided and includes a turboexpander-driven compressor in communication with a source of gas to be compressed. The system may be provided with a circuit such that at least a portion of the compressed gas, and/or at least a portion of an expanded, reduced-pressure gas exiting the turboexpander, is directed to the source of the gas.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2001Date of Patent: October 8, 2002Assignee: Tractebel LNG North America LLCInventors: Paul C. Johnson, Fred E. Staible
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Patent number: 6374591Abstract: A process and system which improves the capacity and efficiency of a power plant. A LNG supply system fuels the plant. Gasified LNG in a combustor mixes with the air from an air compressor to provide the hot combustion gas for a gas turbine. The expanding LNG is used to chill a heat exchange fluid, e.g. water, which heat exchange fluid cools and densifies the intake air for the air compressor. Subsequently, the heat exchange fluid is used in another heat exchange step and is then re-chilled and recycled to cool and densify the intake air.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 1997Date of Patent: April 23, 2002Assignee: Tractebel LNG North America LLCInventors: Paul C. Johnson, Edwin Toombs
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Publication number: 20010042376Abstract: A method for recovering gas is described and includes compressing gas with a turboexpander-driven compressor. The compressor may be a high speed cryogenic centrifugal compressor and the gas to be recovered may be generated from a source of liquefied gas, such as during the transfer of liquefied natural gas from a shipping vessel to a storage tank. A system for recovering gas is also provided and includes a turboexpander-driven compressor in communication with a source of gas to be compressed. The system may be provided with a circuit such that at least a portion of the compressed gas, and/or at least a portion of an expanded, reduced-pressure gas exiting the turboexpander, is directed to the source of the gas.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2001Publication date: November 22, 2001Inventors: Paul C. Johnson, Fred E. Staible
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Patent number: 5763770Abstract: Vibrational analysis is used to map the true sweet spot of a golf club. The testing device, method of testing, method of designing a golf club, and tuned golf clubs are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 1996Date of Patent: June 9, 1998Assignee: Berkley Inc.Inventors: Kenneth G. McConnell, Paul C. Johnson
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Patent number: 5457951Abstract: A process and system which improves the capacity and efficiency of a combined cycle power plant. A LNG supply system fuels the combined cycle plant. Gasified LNG in a combustor mixes with the air from the air compressor to provide the hot combustion gas for the gas turbine. The expanding LNG is used to chill a primary heat exchange fluid, e.g. water, which primary heat exchange fluid cools and densifies the intake air for the air compressor. Subsequently, the primary heat exchange fluid is used to condense the spent steam discharged from the steam turbine. The primary heat exchange fluid is then re-chilled and recycled to cool and densify the intake air.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 1995Date of Patent: October 17, 1995Assignee: Cabot CorporationInventors: Paul C. Johnson, A. Edwin Toombs
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Patent number: 5271693Abstract: An Enhanced Deep Soil Vapor Extraction Process and Apparatus utilizes heaters placed into the soil at least to the depth of contamination and a vapor/condensate extraction system that withdraws volatilized contaminant vapors from the subsurface and any condensate that collects in the extraction well. Depending on the rate of formation of condensate in the well, a second conduit may be placed inside the well for the collection and removal of condensate by a downhole pump or a suction device located at ground surface. The process is directed towards contaminants trapped in or below the normal groundwater level. Groundwater extraction wells are also employed to create a "cone of depression", or local draw-down of the groundwater to expose those soils that are normally water saturated and thereby permit decontamination of such soils. Conduits may be placed within the groundwater extraction wells for the purpose of extracting groundwater.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 1992Date of Patent: December 21, 1993Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventors: Paul C. Johnson, David A. Weingaertner, Lynton W. R. Dicks, Arthur L. Otermat, Arnold R. Marsden, Jr.
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Patent number: 5244310Abstract: An in-situ soil heating/treatment system consists of a frame to which are attached a plurality of heater spikes and a plurality of tubular, perforated vapor extraction spikes. An insulated shield covers the frame and internal components. The spikes, which are 1-2 feet in length, are driven into the ground and heated to temperatures in excess of 1000.degree. C. The heat generated at the heater spikes is conducted and convected into the soil. As the soil temperature rises and approaches the boiling point of the contaminants, the contaminants volatilize and flow to the vapor collection spikes. A vacuum system connected to the vapor extraction spikes withdraws the contaminant vapors through the perforated, tubular spikes and treats them.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 1991Date of Patent: September 14, 1993Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventor: Paul C. Johnson
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Patent number: 5234217Abstract: Golf clubs are disclosed that exhibit at least one marking indicia on the surface of the shaft and extending along at least one of the lateral sides of the shaft. The marking indicia is preferably a series of lines that are parallel to the edge of the shaft and separated by a distance sufficient to be revealed or hidden as the club face is opened or closed by small angular increments.The golf shafts in clubs according to the invention include:a shaft having a circular cross section and comprising (a) a tip end for attaching a club head to the shaft, (b) a butt end for attaching a grip to the shaft, and (c) at least one linearly oriented first alpha marking indicia positioned on the exterior of the shaft within an angle, .alpha., about 45.degree. to about 135.degree.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 1992Date of Patent: August 10, 1993Assignee: Outdoor Technologies GroupInventor: Paul C. Johnson
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Patent number: 5233164Abstract: A heater blanket for use in soil remediation utilizes a rigid construction which isolates the heater elements from air, water, and contaminant vapors which could act to oxidize, embrittle or otherwise degrade the integrity of the electrical heaters. A rigid structural frame is constructed from a support frame of parallel members which are rigidly connected to a series of support tubes perpendicular thereto. The support tubes enclose and protect the heater elements. One or more heater modules thus constructed may be easily transported to a selected site.Type: GrantFiled: November 27, 1991Date of Patent: August 3, 1993Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventors: Lynton W. R. Dicks, Paul C. Johnson, Arnold R. Marsden, Jr., David A. Weingaertner
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Patent number: 5221827Abstract: A soil heater assembly (SHA) utilizes for example, two or more, 5 ft by 10 ft heating sections rigidly bolted together. Each section contains three NICHROME heating elements encased in ceramic beads which are floatingly pinned to a 4-inch thick ceramic fiber insulation encased in NEXTEL cloth. The heating elements run across the entire length and width of the SHA, spaced approximately three inches apart. The heating sections are pinned to their respective 5 ft by 10 ft stainless steel support frame, which is made out of structural angles and flat bars, with pins running through the four-inch ceramic fiber insulation. Since the insulation is somewhat compressible and the pins are slideable therethrough, i.e. not fixed, the heater elements can move or "float" vertically to accommodate surface irregularities of the soil. Both heating sections and support frames are then positioned side-by-side on the ground, bolted together, and covered by another four inches of fiber insulation.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 1992Date of Patent: June 22, 1993Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventors: Arnold R. Marsden, Jr., Arthur L. Otermat, David A. Weingaertner, Paul C. Johnson, Lynton W. R. Dicks, Harvey B. Wilde
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Patent number: 5193934Abstract: An in-situ thermal desorption system utilizes perforated or slotted pipe buried in the soil below the depth of contamination in the soil. The surface of the soil is covered with a layer of permeable insulation (to conserve heat and to provide a gas migration path on top of the soil) and a layer of impermeable material above the insulation. A vapor recovery/treatment system consists of a method of inducing a vacuum between the impermeable layer and the soil surface (e.g., a vacuum pump or an induced draft fan) and a treatment system for the contaminated vapor (e.g., a cold trap, carbon adsorption, or incineration). Fuel and compressed air are fed to a pressurized combustion chamber and combusted, the combustion products flow into the buried pipe and are distributed through the contaminated soil. Heat from the pressurized combustion products causes the organic contaminants within the soil to vaporize, pyrolyze, decompose, or react with oxygen.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 1991Date of Patent: March 16, 1993Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventors: Paul C. Johnson, David A. Weingaertner
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Patent number: 5169263Abstract: An improved in-situ soil decontamination heating process utilizes a submerged vapor recovery system comprising perforated or slotted pipes buried in the contaminated soil or below the depth of contamination. The pipes may be buried in a manifold arrangement and may contain thermocouples to monitor temperature. A vapor recovery/treatment system is connected to the buried pipe network and includes a method of inducing a vacuum on the buried pipe network (e.g., a vacuum pump or an induced draft fan) and a treatment system for the contaminated vapor (e.g., a cold trap, carbon adsorption, or incineration). Heat is applied to the soil surface by a relatively flat, surface-conforming, resistance heater. When heat is applied to the soil, a vacuum is induced in the buried pipes. The heat causes the contaminants within the soil to vaporize, pyrolyze, decompose, or react with oxygen. The contaminants and their by-products are swept away by the air into the buried pipe network for further treatment or disposal.Type: GrantFiled: May 23, 1991Date of Patent: December 8, 1992Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventors: Paul C. Johnson, David A. Weingaertner
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Patent number: 5158297Abstract: Golf clubs are disclosed that exhibit at least one marking indicia on the surface of the shaft and extending along at least one of the lateral sides of the shaft. The marking indicia is preferably a series of lines that are parallel to the edge of the shaft and separated by a distance sufficient to be revealed or hidden as the club face is opened or closed by small angular increments.Golf shafts according to the invention include:a shaft having a circular cross section and comprising (a) a tip end for attaching a club head to the shaft, (b) a butt end for attaching a grip to the shaft, and (c) at least one linearly oriented first alpha marking indicia positioned on the exterior of the shaft within an angle, .alpha., about 45.degree. to about 135.degree. from a clockwise position relative to top dead center of the shaft and extending up the shaft away from the tip end for a distance sufficient to allow a golfer to view the marking indicia and discern an angular position of the club face of up to about 15.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 1990Date of Patent: October 27, 1992Assignee: Outdoor Technologies GroupInventor: Paul C. Johnson
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Patent number: 5114497Abstract: An improved process for the remediation of soil contaminated by the presence therein of organic or semi-volatile inorganic contaminants which comprises (1) supplying thermal energy to the soil at one or more locations under the surface of the soil, (2) collecting the vapors resulting from contaminant vaporization or decomposition under the influence of the thermal energy, after passage horizontally through the soil, at one or more locations under the surface of the soil and separating from the collected vapors the environmentally undesirable components thereof.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 1991Date of Patent: May 19, 1992Assignee: Shell Oil CompanyInventors: Paul C. Johnson, James D. Colthart, Arthur L. Otermat, David A. Weingaertner, Charles C. Chou, Dallas L. Byers, Stephen M. Stearns, Arnold R. Marsden, Jr., George M. Deeley
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Patent number: D391298Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 1996Date of Patent: February 24, 1998Inventors: Paul C. Johnson, Donald Johnson
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Patent number: D396065Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 1996Date of Patent: July 14, 1998Inventors: Paul C. Johnson, Donald Johnson