Patents by Inventor Paul C. Sundet

Paul C. Sundet 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: 8033175
    Abstract: A multivariable process fluid pressure transmitter includes an electronics module and a sensor module. The sensor module is coupled to the electronics module. A process fluid temperature sensor is coupled to the process fluid pressure transmitter. A differential pressure sensor is disposed within the sensor module and is operably coupled to a plurality of process fluid pressure inlets. A static pressure sensor is also disposed within the sensor module and is operably coupled to at least one of the process fluid pressure inlets. A first temperature sensor is disposed within the sensor module and is configured to provide an indication of a temperature of the differential pressure sensor. A second temperature sensor is disposed within the sensor module and is configured to provide an indication of a temperature of the static pressure sensor. Measurement circuitry is operably coupled to the differential pressure sensor, the static pressure sensor, and the first and second temperature sensors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2011
    Assignee: Rosemount Inc.
    Inventors: Paul C. Sundet, Mark C. Fandrey
  • Publication number: 20090293625
    Abstract: A multivariable process fluid pressure transmitter includes an electronics module and a sensor module. The sensor module is coupled to the electronics module. A process fluid temperature sensor is coupled to the process fluid pressure transmitter. A differential pressure sensor is disposed within the sensor module and is operably coupled to a plurality of process fluid pressure inlets. A static pressure sensor is also disposed within the sensor module and is operably coupled to at least one of the process fluid pressure inlets. A first temperature sensor is disposed within the sensor module and is configured to provide an indication of a temperature of the differential pressure sensor. A second temperature sensor is disposed within the sensor module and is configured to provide an indication of a temperature of the static pressure sensor. Measurement circuitry is operably coupled to the differential pressure sensor, the static pressure sensor, and the first and second temperature sensors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2009
    Publication date: December 3, 2009
    Inventors: Paul C. Sundet, Mark C. Fandrey
  • Patent number: 7448275
    Abstract: A pressure measurement system includes a co-planar pressure sensor module coupled to a bi-planar pressure flange. The co-planar pressure sensor module has a pair of isolator diaphragms that are substantially co-planar with one another. A plurality of connection rings are welded proximate and about respective isolator diaphragms. A bi-planar pressure flange is welded to each of the connection rings. Fluidic coupling from a process fluid pressure inlet of the bi-planar flange to an isolator diaphragm of the co-planar pressure module occurs without encountering any compressive seals. A method of manufacturing a pressure measurement system is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2008
    Assignee: Rosemount Inc.
    Inventors: Paul C. Sundet, Daniel A. Norberg, Andrew A. Dille
  • Patent number: 6675658
    Abstract: A manifold includes a body having generally planar inlet surface. The inlet surface includes a first inlet and a second inlet adapted for coupling to a pressurized process fluid. An outlet surface on the manifold is adapted for coupling to a co-planar transmitter and is at angle relative to the inlet surface. The manifold includes an equalizing valve surface opposite the outlet surface, and a perimeter therebetween. The outlet surface includes first and second outlets in fluid communication with the first and second inlets, respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2004
    Assignee: Rosemount Inc.
    Inventors: William E. Petrich, David A. Broden, Paul C. Sundet
  • Patent number: 6568278
    Abstract: An in-line pressure transmitter for sensing an absolute or gage process pressure of a process fluid includes an in-line process coupling. The coupling has a mounting member which includes a substantially flat mounting face and a bore generally aligned with an isolation diaphragm assembly. The member is configured to mount to a flat process coupling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Assignee: Rosemount Inc.
    Inventors: Scott D. Nelson, Mark C. Fandrey, Paul C. Sundet, William E. Petrich
  • Publication number: 20020178822
    Abstract: An in-line pressure transmitter for sensing an absolute or gage process pressure of a process fluid includes an in-line process coupling. The coupling has a mounting member which includes a substantially flat mounting face and a bore generally aligned with an isolation diaphragm assembly. The member is configured to mount to a flat process coupling.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2001
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventors: Scott D. Nelson, Mark C. Fandrey, Paul C. Sundet, William E. Petrich
  • Patent number: 6389904
    Abstract: A manifold includes a body having generally planar inlet surface. The inlet surface includes a first inlet and a second inlet adapted for coupling to a pressurized process fluid. An outlet surface on the manifold is adapted for coupling to a co-planar transmitter and is at angle relative to the inlet surface. The manifold includes an equalizing valve surface opposite the outlet surface, and a perimeter therebetween. The outlet surface includes first and second outlets in fluid communication with the first and second inlets, respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Rosemount Inc.
    Inventors: William E. Petrich, David A. Broden, Paul C. Sundet, Scott D. Nelson
  • Publication number: 20020023502
    Abstract: A manifold includes a body having generally planar inlet surface. The inlet surface includes a first inlet and a second inlet adapted for coupling to a pressurized process fluid. An outlet surface on the manifold is adapted for coupling to a co-planar transmitter and is at angle relative to the inlet surface. The manifold includes an equalizing valve surface opposite the outlet surface, and a perimeter therebetween. The outlet surface includes first and second outlets in fluid communication with the first and second inlets, respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2001
    Publication date: February 28, 2002
    Inventors: William E. Petrich, David A. Broden, Paul C. Sundet
  • Patent number: 6059254
    Abstract: A process instrument mount includes an outer wall and an inner wall. The outer wall is separated from the inner wall by a space. The mount has a first end and a second end, and a hole extends from the first end to the second end. The inner wall surrounds the hole, and has a threaded region to receive a process instrument from the first end. The inner wall also has a flange proximate the second end to sealingly mate with the process instrument. In one embodiment the inner and outer walls are portions of a unitary metal block, and the space separating them comprises a groove formed in the metal. In another embodiment the inner and outer walls are separate parts joined together at the second end and spaced apart between the first and second ends.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2000
    Assignee: Rosemount Inc.
    Inventors: Paul C. Sundet, William B. Krueger
  • Patent number: 6009758
    Abstract: A manifold includes a body having generally planar inlet surface. The inlet surface includes a first inlet and a second inlet adapted for coupling to a pressurized process fluid. An outlet surface on the manifold is adapted for coupling to a co-planar transmitter and is at angle relative to the inlet surface. The manifold includes an equalizing valve surface opposite the outlet surface, and a perimeter therebetween. The outlet surface includes first and second outlets in fluid communication with the first and second inlets, respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2000
    Assignee: Rosemunt Inc.
    Inventors: William E. Petrich, David A. Broden, Paul C. Sundet, Scott D. Nelson