Patents by Inventor Paul Marotta

Paul Marotta 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: 12092501
    Abstract: Flow meters may include a body defining a fluid channel therein. At least one structure may be positioned within the fluid channel, and fixed relative to the body, that is shaped and positioned to produce a flow-induced vibration that varies according to a rate of fluid flow through the fluid channel. A method of measuring a fluid flow rate may include directing a fluid over a first structure located in a first channel, and producing a first flow-induced vibration that varies according to a rate of fluid flow in a first channel with the first structure. The method may further include measuring the vibration of a remote structure coupled to the first channel, and determining the rate of fluid flow in the first channel from the measured vibration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2024
    Assignees: Paul Marotta, Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC, University of Idaho
    Inventors: Piyush Sabharwall, Paul Marotta, Richard Christensen, Nicholas Williams, Jason Palmer
  • Patent number: 11708914
    Abstract: Valves may include an opening sized and shaped to permit a subject fluid to flow through the opening when the opening is unobstructed. A heat exchange element may be located proximate to the opening, the heat exchange element positioned and configured to induce a localized phase change in the subject fluid to form and unform a solid plug from the subject fluid around at least a portion of the heat exchange element. A heat transfer rate of the heat exchange element may be variable to control a rate of flow of the subject fluid through the valve by controlling a size of the solid plug from the subject fluid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignees: Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC, University of Idaho
    Inventors: Piyush Sabharwall, Richard N. Christensen, Paul Marotta
  • Publication number: 20230101595
    Abstract: A fluid flow simulation device may include a heating chamber configured to heat a conductive fluid with one or more electrodes. The fluid flow simulation device may also include a heat exchanger positioned over the heating chamber and a downcomer coupled between an outlet of the heat exchanger and a bottom of the heating chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2022
    Publication date: March 30, 2023
    Inventors: Piyush Sabharwall, Richard Christensen, Paul Marotta, Kristen Geddes, Alberto Cardenas-Melgar, Robin Roper
  • Publication number: 20220163130
    Abstract: Valves may include an opening sized and shaped to permit a subject fluid to flow through the opening when the opening is unobstructed. A heat exchange element may be located proximate to the opening, the heat exchange element positioned and configured to induce a localized phase change in the subject fluid to form and unform a solid plug from the subject fluid around at least a portion of the heat exchange element. A heat transfer rate of the heat exchange element may be variable to control a rate of flow of the subject fluid through the valve by controlling a size of the solid plug from the subject fluid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2021
    Publication date: May 26, 2022
    Inventors: Piyush Sabharwall, Richard N. Christensen, Paul Marotta
  • Publication number: 20210223073
    Abstract: Flow meters may include a body defining a fluid channel therein. At least one structure may be positioned within the fluid channel, and fixed relative to the body, that is shaped and positioned to produce a flow induced vibration that varies according to a rate of fluid flow through the fluid channel. A method of measuring a fluid flow rate may include directing a fluid over a first structure located in a first channel, and producing a first flow induced vibration that varies according to a rate of fluid flow in a first channel with the first structure. The method may further include measuring the vibration of a remote structure coupled to the first channel, and determining the rate of fluid flow in the first channel from the measured vibration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2020
    Publication date: July 22, 2021
    Applicant: Battelle Energy Alliance, LLC
    Inventors: Piyush Sabharwall, Paul Marotta, Richard Christensen, Nicholas Williams, Jason Palmer
  • Patent number: 7887861
    Abstract: The invention pertains to topical, wax-based compositions comprising one or more flower waxes and candelilla wax, in the ratio of about 20:1 to about 1:20. Such compositions may have improved shear resistance or be substantially plasticizer free. Stick-type and stay-in-place topical preparations are contemplated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2011
    Assignee: ELC Management LLC
    Inventors: Tian Xiang Wang, Paul Marotta, Katie Ann Frampton, Robert Mou
  • Publication number: 20090324756
    Abstract: The invention pertains to topical, wax-based compositions comprising one or more flower waxes and candelilla wax, in the ratio of about 20:1 to about 1:20. Such compositions may have improved shear resistance or be substantially plasticizer free. Stick-type and stay-in-place topical preparations are contemplated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 19, 2007
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Tian Xiang Wang, Paul Marotta, Katie Ann Frampton, Robert Mou
  • Publication number: 20060032512
    Abstract: The present invention is mascara applicator with vibrating applicator head. The head is caused to vibrate in a controlled manner through electromechanical urging. The frequency, amplitude and geometry of the vibrating head are sufficient to significantly alter the rheological properties of thixotropic and anti-thixotropic mascara compositions, including an effect that persists after the vibration has stopped. The present invention allows the mascara to be manipulated for improved results, greater flexibility in formulation, benefits in manufacture, as well as other benefits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2005
    Publication date: February 16, 2006
    Inventors: George Kress, Paul Marotta, Daniela Bratescu
  • Publication number: 20050169875
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a gelled cosmetic emulsion comprising an oil phase, an aqueous phase and a gelling system which contains at least one non-siloxane based polyamide in a sufficient amount to gel the emulsion. The polyamide can have an tertiary amide, ester, acid, or amine terminal end group. The emulsion is stabilized with an alkylene oxide containing emulsion stabilizer. The polyamide resin is stabilized with a resin stabilizer containing an atom with a certain electronegativity. The emulsions of the present invention are substantially transparent and when colorants are added the color is especially bright and clear. The emulsions are used in lipstick and mascara products as well as other gel and stick products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2005
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventors: Tian Wang, Hernando Brieva, Dexin Luo, Paul Marotta, John Castro, Shahan Nazar, Carl Orr, Richard Konik
  • Publication number: 20050019286
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a gelled cosmetic emulsion comprising an oil phase, an aqueous phase and a gelling system which contains at least one non-siloxane based polyamide in a sufficient amount to gel the emulsion. The polyamide can have an ester, acid, tertiary amide, or amine terminal end group. The emulsion is stabilized with a sugar-based emulsion stabilizer. The emulsions of the present invention are substantially transparent and when colorants are added the color is especially bright and clear. The emulsions are used in lipstick and mascara products as well as other gel and stick products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2004
    Publication date: January 27, 2005
    Inventors: Tian Wang, Hernando Brieva, Dexin Luo, Paul Marotta, John Castro, Shahan Nazar, Carl Orr
  • Patent number: D842109
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2019
    Assignee: Orange Products, Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Marotta