Patents by Inventor Paul D. K. Ebner

Paul D. K. Ebner 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).

  • Pothead assembly
    Patent number: 7325596
    Abstract: A connector that is usable with a subterranean well includes a flange member and a tube. The flange member is adapted to form a connection with a submersible component. The tube is adapted to connect to the flange member and receive a cable that has a conductor that is surrounded by an insulative layer. The tube is crimped into the insulative layer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2008
    Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corporation
    Inventor: Paul D. K. Ebner
  • System and method for sealing an electrical connection between a power cable and a submersible device
    Patent number: 6409485
    Abstract: A sealing system that provides a secure seal against liquid transfer in harsh environments, such as those found in wellbore applications. The sealing system utilizes a connector housing having an axial passage. The interior passage is sized to receive at least a portion of a single support block. The support block is secured to the housing by a retainer, such as a packing gland or a plurality of screws. The single block includes axial openings to individually support and isolate the conductors of a power cable when the power cable is connected to a submersible component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2002
    Assignee: Camco International, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul D. K. Ebner