Patents by Inventor Richard Giannetti
Richard Giannetti 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).
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Publication number: 20240003789Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes at least one reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution that are combined into a reaction mixture. Insoluble components are separated from the reaction mixture and soluble components, including a dissolved analyte are dispensed from the at least one reaction vessel. The system further includes at least one purification vessel configured to receive the soluble components from the at least one reaction vessel, separate contaminants from the soluble components, and dispense a purified dissolved analyte.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2023Publication date: January 4, 2024Applicant: ANKOM Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Patent number: 11761863Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2021Date of Patent: September 19, 2023Assignee: ANKOM Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Publication number: 20210278326Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2021Publication date: September 9, 2021Applicant: ANKOM Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Patent number: 10989634Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2020Date of Patent: April 27, 2021Assignee: ANKOM TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Michael Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Publication number: 20210055191Abstract: Systems and methods for extracting an analyte from a sample. The system includes a reaction vessel for receiving the sample and a reaction solution, a mixer for mixing the sample with the reaction solution, a filter and a drain for passing soluble components from the reaction mixture, including the dissolved analyte, from the reaction vessel. A purification vessel is located below the reaction vessel. A selective sorbent is disposed in the purification vessel for retaining contaminants from the soluble components from the reaction mixture and passing a purified analyte. An evaporation container is located below the purification vessel. A heater heats the evaporation chamber and evaporates the solvents from the purified analyte, which can then be quantitatively measured.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2020Publication date: February 25, 2021Inventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Richard Giannetti, Micheal Drew Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Ryan J. Komarek, Steven T. Lauffer, Marleen van Aardt
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Patent number: 9764324Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: GrantFiled: November 9, 2015Date of Patent: September 19, 2017Assignee: ANKOM TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Publication number: 20160107155Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2015Publication date: April 21, 2016Inventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Patent number: 9182382Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2010Date of Patent: November 10, 2015Assignee: Ankom Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Publication number: 20120156799Abstract: The invention consists of a method for determining Total Dietary Fiber (TDF) and its sub-fractions, Insoluble Dietary Fiber (IDF) and Soluble Dietary Fiber (SDF) in food and feed samples which utilizes flexible reaction/filtration containers that can be divided into one or more sections for capturing the IDF and SDF fractions separately or for capturing TDF in its entirety. Each container is fashioned as a bag that can be temporarily sealed in multiple locations to create multiple sections and is made of non-porous and porous material. Use of these containers eliminates the need for problematic transfers of mixtures from beaker to filter, and vastly improves the filtration process.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2010Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: Ankom Technology CorporationInventors: Andrew R. Komarek, Ronald J. Komarek, Shawn W. Ritchie, Richard Giannetti
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Patent number: 5647733Abstract: A new and improved diaphragm metering pump is provided with a modular removable drive assembly. The removable drive assembly provides rotation to an eccentric shaft within the pump and is disposed outside rotary bearings for the eccentric shaft and outside sealing elements containing hydraulic fluid in the pump housing. In a preferred embodiment, a readily accessible mechanically activated hydraulic refill valve cartridge is provided to hydraulically balance the diaphragm. In a preferred embodiment, a push to prime air bleeder valve is provided permitting automatic priming of the hydraulic system without requiring disconnection of any valves. The pump is designed to interchangeably receive a number of diaphragm assemblies including an improved leak detection diaphragm and a double-sided leak detection diaphragm. In a preferred embodiment, a diagnostics window is provided permitting visual inspection of the operating condition of various valves connected to the hydraulic system.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 1995Date of Patent: July 15, 1997Assignee: Pulsafeeder Inc.Inventors: Craig L. Augustyn, Richard Giannetti, Travis L. James, Stephen B. Muscarella, Philip T. Pascoe, Francis J. Snyder, Erik C. VanBork