Patents by Inventor R. Daniels

R. Daniels 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: 5834869
    Abstract: A blower motor housing for a fuel burner has a generally "cup" shaped configuration with an open end that communicates with an opening in a side wall of a burner housing. The motor housing is mounted to the burner housing with the open end in register with the opening in the burner housing, thereby joining the interior of the motor housing with the interior of the burner housing. The electric motor is mounted within the motor housing with at least a portion of the stator winding extending axially beyond the open end of the motor housing and into the interior of the burner housing. A squirrel cage blower wheel is mounted to the motor shaft substantially concentric with the stator winding and extends at least partially along the axial length of the stator winding so that, during operation of the burner, cool intake air is moved past the stator winding as it is drawn into the blower wheel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 10, 1998
    Assignee: Emerson Electric Co.
    Inventors: Donald Morgan, Nicholas R. Daniels
  • Patent number: 5823509
    Abstract: A diaphragm valve has an adjustment device for precisely setting maximum valve lift. A bushing threaded into the bonnet clamping the diaphragm within the valve body forms at its inward end an axially facing engagement surface which is engaged by an outwardly, axially facing engagement surface formed by a shoulder on the valve stem. The bushing can be threaded in or out without disassembling the entire valve to adjust the maximum lift to the precise setting desired. The bushing is then locked in place such as by a thread adhesive. Alternatively, the bushing can be threaded on the valve stem and be provided with a radial flange forming the axially facing engagement surface which engages a shoulder on the bonnet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Assignee: Amcast Industrial Corporation
    Inventor: James R. Daniels
  • Patent number: 5814911
    Abstract: A module and method are disclosed for adding an electrical device such as a timer to an existing electric motor such as that found in a whirlpool bath system for driving a water pump. The module includes an input connector configured for mating with a connector on a power cable, an output connector configured for mating with a power connector on the electric motor, and a timer electrically connected between the input and output connectors. The method of adding an electrical device to an existing electric motor using the module comprises the steps of removing the power cable connector from the motor power connector, connecting the module output connector to the motor power connector, and connecting the power cable connector to the module input connector. In this manner, an electrical device which is prewired between the module connectors can be coupled to an existing electric motor without the use of tools, without the aid of an electrician, and without any risk of serious electrical shock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 29, 1998
    Assignee: Emerson Electric Co.
    Inventor: Nicholas R. Daniels
  • Patent number: 5774025
    Abstract: A planar phase shifter formed of multiple layers of a ferrite. Selected layers of the ferrite are patterned with a conductor and the multiple layers of magnetic dielectric and conductor are cofired. The phase shifter is fabricated by first obtaining ferrite powder. Then, layers of the ferrite are made, preferably by tape casting. Next the ferrite layers are metallized by applying selected amounts of conductive metals in a selected pattern upon the tape. Selected numbers of vias are placed through selected layers of tape and conductive metal is placed in the vias to provide vertical connections through the layers. The tape layers are then stacked in a predetermined order and are laminated. The laminated stack of layers is then fired to a temperature of approximately 800.degree. C. to 1000.degree. C., sintering the laminated layers into one integrated structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Assignee: Northrop Grumman Corporation
    Inventors: John D. Adam, Steven N. Stitzer, Carol J. Painter, Michael R. Daniel, Deborah P. Partlow, Andrew J. Piloto
  • Patent number: 5769011
    Abstract: A transaction security system is disclosed which provides protection and security for transaction customers while conducting their business, such as those visiting a remote bank automatic teller machine. The enclosure can accommodate either or both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. A system of detectors and operators open the appropriate door for ingress of an authorized customer and maintain the doors to the facility closed and locked while the customer is transacting business. When the customer exits the facility, door opening mechanisms are again enabled to offer admittance and service to the next authorized customer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 23, 1998
    Inventor: Robert R. Daniel
  • Patent number: 5765672
    Abstract: A device (10) is disclosed for intercepting the input of a system (23) of an internal combustion engine (12) normally provided to a solenoid valve (22) for actuating a fan clutch (20) when rotation of a fan (16) is desired. The input is received by terminals (42, 43) and is conditioned and passed on to a timer (96) and a controller (97). A vacuum switch (24) senses whether the fan (16) is rotating and provides a second input to the controller (97). In the event that an input is provided by the system (23) and the time delay signal has been provided by the timer (96) and also in the event that an input is provided by the system (23), the time delay has expired, and the second input is provided by the vacuum switch (24), the controller (97) provides an actuation output to terminals (71, 73) connected to the solenoid valve (22) by use of actuation provisions (98) to actuate the fan clutch (20).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1998
    Assignee: Horton, Inc.
    Inventors: Bradley R. Briggs, William R. Daniels, Charles M. Bastien
  • Patent number: 5767941
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods for tracking a feature on a target surface and continually providing analog corrections to tracking mirrors in real time by utilizing a low-power incoherent tracking beam to detect the movements of a reference feature on the target and confocal reflectometry to monitor the reflection from the tracking beam's current position are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1998
    Assignee: Physical Sciences, Inc.
    Inventor: R. Daniel Ferguson
  • Patent number: 5749650
    Abstract: An homogenization valve design yields improved homogenization efficiency. The length of the valve surface relative to the valve seat or land is controlled so that the overlap is limited. This allows convergence between turbulent mixing layers and a homogenization zone. Preferably some overlap is provided, however, to contribute to the stability of the valves and avoid destructive chattering.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 12, 1998
    Assignee: APV Homogenizer Group, a Division of APV North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard R. Kinney, William D. Pandolfe, R. Daniel Ferguson
  • Patent number: 5731411
    Abstract: A peptide having at least 15 consecutive amino acids of the amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO:1 or conservative amino acid substitutions thereof. The peptide is capable of promoting pairing of a single-stranded DNA molecule and a double-stranded DNA molecule. The single-stranded DNA molecule is homologous to at least a portion of the double-stranded DNA molecule. The single-stranded DNA molecule and the double-stranded DNA molecule form a three-stranded DNA molecule.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: March 24, 1998
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Department of Health and Human Services
    Inventors: Oleg Voloshin, Lijiang Wang, R. Daniel Camerini-Otero
  • Patent number: 5707811
    Abstract: DNA is cloned and labeled in a sequence-specific manner. The DNA is digested with one or more restriction enzymes which produce 3' recessed ends. A desired fragment is protected from elongation by DNA polymerase by addition of E. coli RecA protein and oligonucleotides about 30 to 60 bases in length complementary to the 3' recessed ends of the digested fragment. RecA and DNA polymerase are then inactivated, leaving only the desired fragment with 3' recessed ends which is then ligated into a vector containing complementary 3' recessed ends.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 13, 1998
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Health and Human Services
    Inventors: Lance Joseph Ferrin, R. Daniel Camerini-Otero
  • Patent number: 5701347
    Abstract: An audio system for multimedia computer systems and method for use are provided including an audio module having speakers, a microphone and associated circuitry. The audio module is adapted to be interposed between a monitor and a monitor pedestal such that the audio module swivels and tilts in concert with the monitor. The circuitry is adapted to drive the audio module speakers and to drive only one speaker and the microphone in a speaker phone mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1996
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1997
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: George R. Daniels, Thor R. Halseth, Daniel R. Vehse
  • Patent number: 5686661
    Abstract: This invention is directed to a method of remotely measuring the viscosity of molten materials such as melt glass, melt alloys, etc. during processing of the material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 11, 1997
    Assignee: Mississippi State University
    Inventors: Jagdish P. Singh, Krishnan Balasubramaniam, R. Daniel Costley, Vimal V. Shah, Christopher Winstead
  • Patent number: 5661029
    Abstract: A biological culture growth and observation system provides for the growth of a biological sample in a growth medium, and the observation of the grown sample (organism) through a microscope objective once growth is sufficient as to permit discrimination of the biological sample. Observation and growth is achieved in a single device. The system includes a tray with a top, and a sealable section on the top. Included within the tray is a depression, or well, that receives the growth medium to grow the biological organism in the well. A lid is sealable and resealable around the sealable section on the top of the tray. An interior side of the lid, that faces the growth medium, does not fog up in the presence of the growth medium. Optionally included is a barrier layer that is positioned over the well. The barrier layer minimizes evaporation from the growth medium and permits the biological culture growth and observation system to have a long shelf life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 26, 1997
    Assignee: Biomed
    Inventors: Jim Self, Robert D. Hall, R. Daniel Webster
  • Patent number: 5653758
    Abstract: A temporarily implantable organ displacement implant is comprised of a bladder with a one-way valve for being filled with a fluid for displacement of a healthy organ from a tissue site desired to be irradiated by radiation therapy. This organ displacement implant is substantially radiolucent which thereby facilitates its placement and minimizes its interference with the radiation therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 5, 1997
    Assignee: LipoMatrix, Incorporated
    Inventors: John R. Daniels, Terry R. Knapp
  • Patent number: 5633943
    Abstract: An audio system for multimedia computer systems and method for use are provided including an audio module having speakers, a microphone and associated circuitry. The audio module is adapted to be interposed between a monitor and a monitor pedestal such that the audio module swivels and tilts in concert with the monitor. The circuitry is adapted to drive the audio module speakers and to drive only one speaker and the microphone in a speaker phone mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 27, 1997
    Assignee: Compaq Computer Corporation
    Inventors: George R. Daniels, Thor R. Halseth, Daniel R. Vehse
  • Patent number: 5632297
    Abstract: A relief device which activates in response either to excess temperatures or pressures in or around a pressurized vessel and which resists extrusion related failures even at high pressures is provided. The relief device includes a body having an inlet, an outlet, and a fluid flow passage communicating with the inlet and outlet. The body further includes a fluid escape passage having a member therein which is porous to gases and liquids but not to solids and a plug of a fusible material which melts at a predetermined temperature positioned adjacent to the porous member. A first piston is positioned in the fluid flow passage and is normally biased into a sealing relationship with the inlet. A second piston is positioned in the fluid escape passage and is normally biased against and applies a compressive force on the plug of fusible material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 27, 1997
    Assignee: Amcast Industrial Corporation
    Inventors: Dino V. Sciullo, Robin N. Borland, James R. Daniels
  • Patent number: D379578
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 3, 1997
    Assignee: Wolfcraft, Inc.
    Inventor: David R. Daniels
  • Patent number: D387962
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 1995
    Date of Patent: December 23, 1997
    Assignee: Wolfcraft, Inc.
    Inventors: Edmund Apolinski, David R. Daniels
  • Patent number: D392534
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 24, 1998
    Assignee: Wolfcraft GmbH
    Inventors: Klemens Degen, Stefen Blank, Edmund Apolinski, David R. Daniels
  • Patent number: D392866
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 31, 1998
    Assignee: Wolfcraft GmbH
    Inventors: Klemens Degen, Stefan Blank, Edmund Apolinski, David R. Daniels