Patents by Inventor Randy Hanson

Randy 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).

  • Publication number: 20250237355
    Abstract: A dispensing system for filling and refilling user propane tanks comprised of a point of purchase payment system with interactive display. Each purchased propane tank is filled at an access point within the dispensing unit for users to retrieve their order. A secondary payment method involves the use of a mobile app to purchase propane tanks and propane. A docking area takes both new tanks and tanks that need refilling. When refilling a propane tank, the user inserts the propane tank into the docking area. The propane tank is mechanically filled and inspected with cameras for damage and a leak test is conducted returned to the original docking area for the user to retrieve. The final amount on the customer invoice is based on the actual quantity of propane delivered into the user tank. The system also includes an autofill nozzle and autofill valve for application such as RVs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2024
    Publication date: July 24, 2025
    Inventors: Michael Foley, Charles Wood, Martti Lemieux, Tony Peterson, Randy Hanson, Caleb Vainikka
  • Publication number: 20250197109
    Abstract: A carousel positioned around a dispensing tank not having a enter hub or physical center axis. Each carousel level has an 11 slot input capacity to receive and store user propane tanks and one open area to allow the robotic picker to pass vertically unobstructed. The carousel rotates clockwise or counterclockwise with the aid of a motorized track mounted next to or under the carousel. Markings along the outer surface of the carousel allow tracking and location. Multiple carousel levels are positioned vertically around the dispensing tank. Carousels ride along castor rails positioned around both inner and outer ridges of carousel. When a stored user propane tank is delivered to a customer, the carousel rotates to an available user propane tank within its available inventory and delivers the user propane tank to a door slide moves user propane tanks to a door users can access.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2024
    Publication date: June 19, 2025
    Inventors: Michael Foley, Charles Wood, Martti Lemieux, Tony Peterson, Randy Hanson, Caleb Vainikka
  • Patent number: 11415436
    Abstract: A Parametric Disturbance Sensor is provided. The parametric disturbance sensor has a stripline enclosure having an internal chamber; a stripline sensor core positioned within the internal chamber; a fill material filling the internal chamber so that the stripline sensor is not in direct contact with the stripline sensor core enclosure; and a cable-end connector connected to the stripline sensor core for connecting the stripline sensor core to a processing unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL ROAD DYNAMICS, INC.
    Inventors: Randy Hanson, Tyler Haichert, Martin Russell Conrad Plemel
  • Publication number: 20210116268
    Abstract: A Parametric Disturbance Sensor is provided. The parametric disturbance sensor has a stripline enclosure having an internal chamber; a stripline sensor core positioned within the internal chamber; a fill material filling the internal chamber so that the stripline sensor is not in direct contact with the stripline sensor core enclosure; and a cable-end connector connected to the stripline sensor core for connecting the stripline sensor core to a processing unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2017
    Publication date: April 22, 2021
    Inventors: Randy Hanson, Tyler Haichert, Martin Russell Conrad Plemel
  • Publication number: 20170043710
    Abstract: An emergency light system for an emergency vehicle. The light system can have a low profile configuration for improved aesthetics and aerodynamics. Further the light system can be configured to allow for customization of the individual emergency lights and/or easy access to the individual emergency lights.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2016
    Publication date: February 16, 2017
    Inventors: Mark Van Arnam, Randy Hanson, Adam Wilson, Steve Dillard
  • Patent number: 9487132
    Abstract: An emergency light system for an emergency vehicle. The light system can have a low profile configuration for improved aesthetics and aerodynamics. Further the light system can be configured to allow for customization of the individual emergency lights and/or easy access to the individual emergency lights.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Halcore Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Van Arnam, Randy Hanson, Adam Wilson, Steve Dillard
  • Publication number: 20150145269
    Abstract: An emergency light system for an emergency vehicle. The light system can have a low profile configuration for improved aesthetics and aerodynamics. Further the light system can be configured to allow for customization of the individual emergency lights and/or easy access to the individual emergency lights.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2015
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Inventors: Mark Van Arnam, Randy Hanson, Adam Wilson, Steve Dillard
  • Patent number: 8973962
    Abstract: An emergency light system for an emergency vehicle. The light system can have a low profile configuration for improved aesthetics and aerodynamics. Further the light system can be configured to allow for customization of the individual emergency lights and/or easy access to the individual emergency lights.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Assignee: Halcore Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Van Arnam, Randy Hanson, Adam Wilson, Steve Dillard
  • Patent number: 8883902
    Abstract: A method of covering an anomaly in a wall substantially to match a pre-existing texture pattern surrounding the anomaly comprises the following steps. A valve is supported on a container assembly to define a main chamber. Contained material comprising wall material concentrate and propellant material is disposed within a main chamber defined by a valve and a container assembly. An actuator relative is arranged relative to the container assembly such that displacement of a button changes the valve from a closed configuration to an open configuration. A first portion of the contained material is applied to the anomaly. A second portion of the contained material is applied to the base coat. The second portion of the contained material forms a desired texture pattern on the base coat that substantially matches the pre-existing texture pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: Homax Products, Inc.
    Inventors: William Stephen Tait, John Kordosh, Steve Moore, Randy Hanson
  • Publication number: 20140327263
    Abstract: An emergency light system for an emergency vehicle. The light system can have a low profile configuration for improved aesthetics and aerodynamics. Further the light system can be configured to allow for customization of the individual emergency lights and/or easy access to the individual emergency lights.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2013
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Applicant: American Emergency Vehicles, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Van Arnam, Randy Hanson, Adam Wilson, Steve Dillard
  • Patent number: 8344056
    Abstract: A method of covering an anomaly in a wall substantially to match a pre-existing texture pattern surrounding the anomaly. The method comprises the following steps. A valve is supported on a container assembly to define a main chamber. Contained material comprising wall material concentrate and propellant material is disposed within the main chamber. An actuator relative is arranged relative to the container assembly such that displacement of a button relative to the valve changes the valve from a closed configuration to an open configuration in which a portion of the propellant material is allowed to force the contained material out of the main chamber through the outlet. A first portion of the contained material is applied to the anomaly by directing the outlet at the anomaly and displacing the button. Optionally, a second portion of the contained material may be applied to the base coat by directing the outlet at the base coat and displacing the button.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Assignee: Homax Products, Inc.
    Inventors: William Stephen Tait, John Kordosh, Steve Moore, Randy Hanson
  • Publication number: 20080247267
    Abstract: In a method of cleaning a rotary mixing device having a mixer portion and a driving shaft, a shield is located over at least the mixer portion. The mixing device is rotated, expelling material clinging to or trapped by the mixing portion, such as paint, from the mixer portion of the mixing device. This material is blocked or caught by the shield. In one embodiment, the shield is cylindrical in shape and has a base with an opening through which the shaft of the mixing device may extend, and an open second end leading to an interior area for containing the mixer portion of the mixing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2008
    Publication date: October 9, 2008
    Inventors: Ross Clawson, Randy Hanson, Jane Wasley
  • Patent number: 6913407
    Abstract: A system for patching a destination surface to match an existing texture pattern. The system comprises texture material, a tube member, and a sponge member. The texture material comprises a base, a carrier, and particulate material. The tube member contains the texture material and defines a container opening through which the texture material may flow. The sponge member defines an applicator surface and a sponge opening. The sponge member is secured relative to the tube member, and the texture material is forced out of the tube member through the container opening and the sponge opening and onto the applicator surface. The applicator surface of the sponge member is brought into contact with the destination surface to transfer texture material on the applicator surface to the destination surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2005
    Assignee: Homax Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Les Greer, Randy Hanson
  • Publication number: 20030077383
    Abstract: A system for patching a destination surface to match an existing texture pattern. The system comprises texture material, a tube member, and a sponge member. The texture material comprises a base, a carrier, and particulate material. The tube member contains the texture material and defines a container opening through which the texture material may flow. The sponge member defines an applicator surface and a sponge opening. The sponge member is secured relative to the tube member, and the texture material is forced out of the tube member through the container opening and the sponge opening and onto the applicator surface. The applicator surface of the sponge member is brought into contact with the destination surface to transfer texture material on the applicator surface to the destination surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2002
    Publication date: April 24, 2003
    Inventors: Les Greer, Randy Hanson
  • Publication number: 20030071735
    Abstract: A novel wildlife warning system is provided herein. The system includes one or more vehicle sensors adjacent a roadway to sense an approaching vehicle, and to provide a sensor signal upon sensing the approach. One or more warning alarms which are remote from the roadway are configured to generate a wildlife warning signal. One or more transmitters are remotely connected to the vehicle sensor or sensors for transmitting an actuating signal to the warning alarm or alarms upon reception of the sensed signal, thereby to send a warning to the wildlife. The warning alarms may be chain triggered, or may be controlled by a master controller in a pre-programmed manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2002
    Publication date: April 17, 2003
    Inventors: Randy Hanson, Terry Bergan
  • Patent number: D747511
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2016
    Assignee: Halcore Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Van Arnam, Randy Hanson, Adam Wilson, Steve Dillard