Patents by Inventor Peter Asplund

Peter Asplund 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: 9835986
    Abstract: An image transfer product is provided which includes a phase change material in one or more layers of the product to regulate the temperature of the product during printing operations. The image transfer product may be in the form of a printing blanket, printing sleeve, electrophotographic/xerographic transfer blanket, image transfer belt, or roller which includes a print surface layer and at least one layer underlying the printing surface layer. The phase change material may be included in any of the layers of the image transfer product, but is not present at the upper surface of the print surface layer. The phase change material may be in the form of a powder, fibers, capsules, or combinations thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Assignee: Day International, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Bridges, Samuel R. Shuman, Peter Asplund
  • Patent number: 9708928
    Abstract: A system for cleaning gas turbine engines is described. More specifically, methods and apparatuses for cleaning stationary gas turbines and on-wing turbofan engines found on aircraft are disclosed that includes a trailer-mounted, automated low-pressure water delivery system, additive and detergent injection system, nozzle and manifold technology, and active waste water effluent collector system. The system will deliver the liquid cleaning medium at a specific pressure, temperature, and flow rate to optimize the atomization that occurs at the nozzles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: EcoServices, LLC
    Inventors: Hubert E. Sales, Jr., Peter Asplund
  • Publication number: 20160251978
    Abstract: A system for cleaning gas turbine engines is described. More specifically, methods and apparatuses for cleaning stationary gas turbines and on-wing turbofan engines found on aircraft are disclosed that includes a trailer-mounted, automated low-pressure water delivery system, additive and detergent injection system, nozzle and manifold technology, and active waste water effluent collector system. The system will deliver the liquid cleaning medium at a specific pressure, temperature, and flow rate to optimize the atomization that occurs at the nozzles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2016
    Publication date: September 1, 2016
    Inventors: Hubert E. Sales, Jr., Peter Asplund
  • Publication number: 20160238968
    Abstract: An image transfer product is provided which includes a phase change material in one or more layers of the product to regulate the temperature of the product during printing operations. The image transfer product may be in the form of a printing blanket, printing sleeve, electrophotographic/xerographic transfer blanket, image transfer belt, or roller which includes a print surface layer and at least one layer underlying the printing surface layer. The phase change material may be included in any of the layers of the image transfer product, but is not present at the upper surface of the print surface layer. The phase change material may be in the form of a powder, fibers, capsules, or combinations thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2016
    Publication date: August 18, 2016
    Inventors: Scott Bridges, Samuel R. Shuman, Peter Asplund
  • Patent number: 9376932
    Abstract: A system for cleaning gas turbine engines is described. More specifically, methods and apparatuses for cleaning stationary gas turbines and on-wing turbofan engines found on aircraft are disclosed that includes a trailer-mounted, automated low-pressure water delivery system, additive and detergent injection system, nozzle and manifold technology, and active waste water effluent collector system. The system will deliver the liquid cleaning medium at a specific pressure, temperature, and flow rate to optimize the atomization that occurs at the nozzles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2016
    Assignee: EcoServices, LLC
    Inventors: Hubert E. Sales, Jr., Peter Asplund
  • Patent number: 9348269
    Abstract: An image transfer product is provided which includes a phase change material in one or more layers of the product to regulate the temperature of the product during printing operations. The image transfer product may be in the form of a printing blanket, printing sleeve, electrophotographic/xerographic transfer blanket, image transfer belt, or roller which includes a print surface layer and at least one layer underlying the printing surface layer. The phase change material may be included in any of the layers of the image transfer product, but is not present at the upper surface of the print surface layer. The phase change material may be in the form of a powder, fibers, capsules, or combinations thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2016
    Assignee: Day International, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Bridges, Samuel R. Shuman, Peter Asplund
  • Patent number: 9199627
    Abstract: A method for determination of a first parameter RF which represents a motive force capacity of a motor vehicle (1) provided with a power train which may assume various transmission ratios for propulsion of the vehicle (1). The vehicle includes an engine (10) and a gearbox (20). The first parameter RF is determined on the basis of a difference between a first motive force FMax and a second motive force FDr. The first motive force FMax is a maximum motive force available for the vehicle (1) at a current transmission ratio. The second motive force FDr is a current running resistance for the vehicle (1). There is a use of such a parameter. A computer program, a computer program product, a system and a motor vehicle related to such a parameter are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: SCANIA CV AB
    Inventors: Peter Asplund, Anders Kjell, Mikael Wägberg, Fredrik Swartling
  • Patent number: 8972126
    Abstract: A method for control of a vehicle gearbox which is automatically controlled by a control system. The control system's choice of transmission ratio is influenceable by the vehicle's driver. The control system chooses an initial transmission ratio for moving off stationary. The method includes determining a first initial transmission ratio by using the control system, and determining a second initial transmission ratio indicated by the vehicle driver. The gearbox is set to the second initial transmission ratio indicated by the driver when the second ratio is higher than the first initial transmission ratio determined by the control system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: Scania CV AB
    Inventors: Peter Juhlin-Dannfelt, Fredrik Swartling, Peter Asplund
  • Publication number: 20140083466
    Abstract: A system for cleaning gas turbine engines is described. More specifically, methods and apparatuses for cleaning stationary gas turbines and on-wing turbofan engines found on aircraft are disclosed that includes a trailer-mounted, automated low-pressure water delivery system, additive and detergent injection system, nozzle and manifold technology, and active waste water effluent collector system. The system will deliver the liquid cleaning medium at a specific pressure, temperature, and flow rate to optimize the atomization that occurs at the nozzles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Applicant: EcoServices, LLC
    Inventors: Hubert E. Sales, JR., Peter Asplund
  • Patent number: 8655562
    Abstract: A method for setting a vehicle in motion: The vehicle includes a combustion engine for generating driving force for transmission to at least one powered wheel via a clutch and a gearbox. The driving force is selectively transmitted from the engine to the powered wheels by closure of the clutch. Gear changes by the gearbox are at least partly controlled by a control system. With the clutch closed and upon demand for the vehicle to be set in motion with the clutch closed, the control system activates the vehicle's starter motor with gear engaged, and uses the starter motor to accelerate the combustion engine to an initial speed which represents a speed at which the combustion engine will start.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2014
    Assignee: Scania CB AB
    Inventors: Peter Juhlin-Dannfelt, Richard Boström, Peter Asplund, Johan Kingstedt
  • Patent number: 8628627
    Abstract: A system for cleaning gas turbine engines is described. More specifically, methods and apparatuses for cleaning stationary gas turbines and on-wing turbofan engines found on aircraft are disclosed that includes a trailer-mounted, automated low-pressure water delivery system, additive and detergent injection system, nozzle and manifold technology, and active waste water effluent collector system. The system will deliver the liquid cleaning medium at a specific pressure, temperature, and flow rate to optimize the atomization that occurs at the nozzles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2014
    Assignee: EcoServices, LLC
    Inventors: Hubert E. Sales, Peter Asplund
  • Patent number: 8612105
    Abstract: A system for control of a gearbox, having at least one control unit controlling the gearbox where the gearbox is installed in a motor vehicle having an engine connected to drive the gearbox. The system effects a first upshift from a first gear to a second gear if the acceleration a for the vehicle is greater than nil for the second gear and the current engine speed is within a first engine speed range; and effects a second upshift from the first gear to a third gear if the current engine speed is within a second engine speed range. The first speed range is lower than the second speed range of the engine. A method, a motor vehicle, a computer program and a computer program product for the method are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Assignee: Scania CV AB
    Inventors: Fredrik Swartling, Peter Asplund, Mikael Öun
  • Publication number: 20120296534
    Abstract: A method for control of a vehicle gearbox which is automatically controlled by a control system. The control system's choice of transmission ratio is influenceable by the vehicle's driver. The control system chooses an initial transmission ratio for moving off stationary. The method includes determining a first initial transmission ratio by using the control system, and determining a second initial transmission ratio indicated by the vehicle driver. The gearbox is set to the second initial transmission ratio indicated by the driver when the second ratio is higher than the first initial transmission ratio determined by the control system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2011
    Publication date: November 22, 2012
    Inventors: Peter Juhlin-Dannfelt, Fredrik Swartling, Peter Asplund
  • Publication number: 20120259520
    Abstract: A method for determination of a first parameter RF which represents a motive force capacity of a motor vehicle (1) provided with a power train which may assume various transmission ratios for propulsion of the vehicle (1). The vehicle includes an engine (10) and a gearbox (20). The first parameter RF is determined on the basis of a difference between a first motive force FMax and a second motive force FDr. The first motive force FMax is a maximum motive force available for the vehicle (1) at a current transmission ratio. The second motive force FDr is a current running resistance for the vehicle (1). There is a use of such a parameter. A computer program, a computer program product, a system and a motor vehicle related to such a parameter are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2010
    Publication date: October 11, 2012
    Inventors: Peter Asplund, Anders Kjell, Mikael Wägberg, Fredrik Swartling
  • Patent number: 8273187
    Abstract: A cleaning apparatus for cleaning measuring probes (18) of a gas turbine engine (1). The invention further relates to a method for cleaning measuring probes (18) of an gas turbine engine (1). The apparatus comprises distribution means (30) comprising a plurality of supply means (31, 32, 33), each comprising connection means (33) arranged for connection to a probe (18), and each supply means (31, 32, 33) being arranged to, when connected to a probe (18), distribute pressurized cleaning liquid to said measuring probe (18), wherein a substantially simultaneous cleaning of probes connected to said distribution means (30) via said supply means (31, 32, 33) can be obtained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: Pratt & Whitney Line Maintenance Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Asplund, Carl-Johan Hjerpe
  • Publication number: 20120173099
    Abstract: A method for setting a vehicle in motion: The vehicle includes a combustion engine for generating driving force for transmission to at least one powered wheel via a clutch and a gearbox. The driving force is selectively transmitted from the engine to the powered wheels by closure of the clutch. Gear changes by the gearbox are at least partly controlled by a control system. With the clutch closed and upon demand for the vehicle to be set in motion with the clutch closed, the control system activates the vehicle's starter motor with gear engaged, and uses the starter motor to accelerate the combustion engine to an initial speed which represents a speed at which the combustion engine will start.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2010
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Inventors: Peter Juhlin-Dannfelt, Richard Boström, Peter Asplund, Johan Kingstedt
  • Publication number: 20120158263
    Abstract: A system for control of a gearbox, having at least one control unit controlling the gearbox where the gearbox is installed in a motor vehicle having an engine connected to drive the gearbox. The system effects a first upshift from a first gear to a second gear if the acceleration a for the vehicle is greater than nil for the second gear and the current engine speed is within a first engine speed range; and effects a second upshift from the first gear to a third gear if the current engine speed is within a second engine speed range. The first speed range is lower than the second speed range of the engine. A method, a motor vehicle, a computer program and a computer program product for the method are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventors: Fredrik Swartling, Peter Asplund, Mikael Öun
  • Publication number: 20120031444
    Abstract: A cleaning apparatus for cleaning measuring probes (18) of a gas turbine engine (1). The invention further relates to a method for cleaning measuring probes (18) of an gas turbine engine (1). The apparatus comprises distribution means (30) comprising a plurality of supply means (31, 32, 33), each comprising connection means (33) arranged for connection to a probe (18), and each supply means (31, 32, 33) being arranged to, when connected to a probe (18), distribute pressurized cleaning liquid to said measuring probe (18), wherein a substantially simultaneous cleaning of probes connected to said distribution means (30) via said supply means (31, 32, 33) can be obtained.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Applicant: PRATT & WHITNEY LINE MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Peter Asplund, Carl-Johan Hjerpe
  • Patent number: 8066816
    Abstract: A cleaning apparatus for cleaning measuring probes (18) of a gas turbine engine (1). The invention further relates to a method for cleaning measuring probes (18) of an gas turbine engine (1). The apparatus comprises distribution means (30) comprising a plurality of supply means (31, 32, 33), each comprising connection means (33) arranged for connection to a probe (18), and each supply means (31, 32, 33) being arranged to, when connected to a probe (18), distribute pressurized cleaning liquid to said measuring probe (18), wherein a substantially simultaneous cleaning of probes connected to said distribution means (30) via said supply means (31, 32, 33) can be obtained.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: Pratt & Whitney Line Maintenance Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter Asplund, Carl-Johan Hjerpe
  • Patent number: 7938910
    Abstract: A method for cleaning a gas turbine unit. The invention further relates to a nozzle for use in washing the gas turbine unit. The nozzle is arranged to atomize a wash liquid in the air stream in an air intake of the gas turbine unit and comprises a nozzle body comprising an intake end for intake of said wash liquid and outlet end for exit of said wash liquid. The nozzle further comprises a number of orifices that are connected to the outlet end and respective orifice is arranged at a suitable distance from a center axis of said nozzle body, whereby the local density of the injected wash liquid in a desired area can be increased with preserved droplet size and thereby the efficiency of the cleaning process can be significantly improved at the same time as the risk for damaging the components in the gas turbine unit is significantly reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2011
    Assignee: Gas Turbine Efficiency AB
    Inventors: Peter Asplund, Carl-Johan Hjerpe