Patents by Inventor R. Hanson

R. Hanson 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: 12286733
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable fibrous element and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable fibrous element comprising a plurality of filaments, fibers, and/or yarns, wherein each member of the plurality comprises a foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2025
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 12231441
    Abstract: In an example, a threat intelligence controller is configured to operate on a data exchange layer (DXL). The threat intelligence controller acts as a DXL consumer of reputation data for a network object, which may be reported in various different types and from various different sources. Of the devices authorized to act as reputation data producers, each may have its own trust level. As the threat intelligence controller aggregates data from various providers, it may weight the reputation reports according to trust level. The threat intelligence engine thus builds a composite reputation for the object. When it receives a DXL message requesting a reputation for the object, it publishes the composite reputation on the DXL bus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2025
    Assignee: Musarubra US LLC
    Inventors: Christopher Smith, Edward T. McDonald, Don R. Hanson, II
  • Publication number: 20240424719
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material for articles of footwear. In one aspect, a method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable material and carbon dioxide in a vessel, maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material, optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure, and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2024
    Publication date: December 26, 2024
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 12134454
    Abstract: A marine propulsion system for a marine vessel includes one steerable rear marine drive positioned along the center line of the marine vessel and a lateral marine drive positioned at a bow region of the marine vessel. The rear marine drive is steerable about a vertical steering axis to a range of steering angles. The lateral marine drive is positioned at a fixed angle with respect to the marine vessel and configured to generate lateral thrust on the marine vessel. A user input device is operable by a user to provide a propulsion demand input commanding surge movement, sway movement, and yaw movement of the marine vessel, and the control system is configured to control steering and thrust of the rear marine drive and thrust of the lateral marine drive based on the propulsion demand input to generate the surge movement, sway movement, and/or the yaw movement commanded by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2024
    Assignee: Brunswick Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew E. Derginer, Mark R. Hanson, Peter C. Schneider, David J. Belter
  • Publication number: 20240351264
    Abstract: A method of, and apparatus for, handling a first die unit usable on a sheet extrusion system. The method includes the steps of: obtaining a carriage; placing the first die unit in a supported staging position on the carriage, the carriage configured so that with the first die unit in the supported staging position the first die unit can be moved guidingly around an axis; with the first die unit in the supported staging position, moving the first die unit guidingly around the axis to a desired angular orientation to thereby facilitate access to one or more identified regions of the first die unit; and performing an operation at the one or more identified regions of the first die unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2023
    Publication date: October 24, 2024
    Inventors: Mitchell L. Gritzner, Ryan E. Leopold, Donovan Petry, Dana R. Hanson
  • Patent number: 12110088
    Abstract: A marine propulsion system for a marine vessel includes a lateral marine drive positioned at a bow region of the marine vessel, wherein the lateral marine drive is configured to generate lateral thrust on the marine vessel and a user input device operable by a user to provide a propulsion demand input to control the lateral marine drive. A control system is configured to determine a maximum allowable lateral output based on a speed characteristic and to control the lateral marine drive based on the propulsion demand input such that the lateral marine drive does not exceed the maximum allowable lateral output.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2024
    Assignee: Brunswick Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew E. Derginer, Mark R. Hanson, Peter C. Schneider
  • Publication number: 20240323167
    Abstract: In an example, there is disclosed a monolithic reputation update on a data exchange layer (DXL). According to one embodiment, designating a set of objects as good or bad can be achieved via a single administrative action by leveraging persistent client initiated connections to the DXL framework. This may enable communication of the reputation updates across a heterogeneous infrastructure, including systems potentially unreachable by the server, such as those behind a firewall or NAT.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2024
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Christopher Smith, Don R. Hanson, II
  • Publication number: 20240320671
    Abstract: Described herein are various embodiments of methods and systems for distributing temporary control of an asset. For example, a method can include receiving an indication of an execution of a transfer of temporary control between a granting entity and a receiving entity of a unit of an asset comprising a plurality of units. Transaction data comprising a duration of the temporary control of the unit can be received and recorded in a distributed ledger of a blockchain network. Logic and rules corresponding to conditions of transfer of the temporary control of the unit of the asset can be identified. The method can include receiving a granting entity authentication key and determining whether the transaction data meet the logic and the rules of the conditions of transfer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2024
    Publication date: September 26, 2024
    Inventors: Glenn R. Hanson, David Kaufman, John Falcone
  • Patent number: 12083717
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the foamed articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating such foamed articles are provided. In one aspect, a method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable material and carbon dioxide in a vessel, maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material, optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure, and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2024
    Assignee: NIKE, Inc.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 12067561
    Abstract: Described herein are various embodiments of methods and systems for distributing temporary control of an asset. For example, a method can include receiving an indication of an execution of a transfer of temporary control between a granting entity and a receiving entity of a unit of an asset comprising a plurality of units. Transaction data comprising a duration of the temporary control of the unit can be received and recorded in a distributed ledger of a blockchain network. Logic and rules corresponding to conditions of transfer of the temporary control of the unit of the asset can be identified. The method can include receiving a granting entity authentication key and determining that whether the transaction data meet the logic and the rules of the conditions of transfer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2024
    Assignee: Love The Block, Inc.
    Inventors: Glenn R. Hanson, David Kaufman, John Falcone
  • Patent number: 12036706
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the foamed articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating such foamed articles are provided. In one aspect, a method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable material and carbon dioxide in a vessel, maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material, optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure, and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2024
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 11986051
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable material and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 11987915
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable fibrous element and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable fibrous element comprising a plurality of filaments, fibers, and/or yarns, wherein each member of the plurality comprises a foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2024
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Publication number: 20240066577
    Abstract: A method of, and apparatus for, handling components for a sheet extrusion system including the steps of: obtaining a carriage configured to support different components each making up a part of a sheet extrusion system; placing a first of the different components in a supported staging position on the carriage; performing an operation on the first of the different components in the supported staging position to at least one of: a) transport the first of the different components; b) perform a maintenance step on the first of the different components; c) repair the first of the different components; or d) set the first of the different components up for installation; separating the first of the different components from the supported staging position on the carriage; and reconfiguring the carriage to maintain a second of the different components, that is different in configuration than the first of the different components, in a supported staging position on the carriage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2022
    Publication date: February 29, 2024
    Inventors: Dana R. Hanson, Ryan E. Leopold
  • Patent number: 11890801
    Abstract: A method and system for processing a heated flexible sheet, with oppositely facing surfaces, that is advanced in a processing path. A first cooling roll has a first peripheral surface for contacting one of the sheet surfaces. A second cooling roll has a second peripheral surface for contacting the other sheet surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Assignee: Processing Technologies International, LLC
    Inventors: Dana R. Hanson, Mitchell L Gritzner
  • Patent number: 11865757
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for processing a formable material having at least first and second relatively repositionable units. The first unit has a sheet die, with the second unit having a rotary drum with a peripheral forming surface for receiving flowable material from the sheet die. The first and second units can be selectively changed between an operating relationship and a setup relationship, with the latter causing at least one space to be defined/enlarged and within which an operator can maneuver to gain access to a region of at least one of the first and second units. With the first and second units in the operating relationship, moldable sheets can be processed by causing the moldable sheets to be applied, and conformed, to the peripheral forming surface on the rotary drum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2024
    Assignee: Processing Technologies International, LLC
    Inventors: Mitchell L Gritzner, Dana R. Hanson, Matthew Owen Banach
  • Publication number: 20230407537
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable fibrous element and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable fibrous element comprising a plurality of filaments, fibers, and/or yarns, wherein each member of the plurality comprises a foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 11846053
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable fibrous element and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable fibrous element comprising a plurality of filaments, fibers, and/or yarns, wherein each member of the plurality comprises a foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 11844397
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable material and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2023
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins
  • Patent number: 11766093
    Abstract: Foamed articles including a foamed thermoplastic elastomeric material, methods of making the articles, and methods for manufacturing articles of footwear, apparel, and athletic equipment incorporating the articles are provided. One exemplary method for making a foamed article comprises placing an article comprising a foamable material and carbon dioxide in a vessel, the foamable material; maintaining the vessel at a first pressure and first temperature at which the carbon dioxide is a liquid and carbon dioxide is soluble in the foamable material; optionally exposing the infused article to a second temperature and second pressure; and subjecting the article to a third pressure and third temperature at which the infused carbon dioxide phase transitions to a gas, thereby expanding the foamable material into a foamed material and forming the foamed article.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2023
    Assignee: NIKE, INC.
    Inventors: Yihua Chang, Lyle R. Hanson, Petr Khlyabich, Richard L. Watkins