Patents by Inventor Richard Simmons
Richard Simmons 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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Patent number: 11702516Abstract: This invention relates to a curative composition and its use in curing epoxy resins and prepregs, adhesives and moulded materials derived therefrom. The curative composition comprises a clathrate comprising a host component and a guest component, the host comprising a carboxylic acid or ester compounds as defined or phenolphthalin and the guest comprising an imidazole or imidazoline component.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2018Date of Patent: July 18, 2023Assignee: HEXCEL COMPOSITES LIMITEDInventors: David Allan Tilbrook, Christopher Robert Mason, Martin Richard Simmons
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Publication number: 20200385536Abstract: This invention relates to a curative composition and its use in curing epoxy resins and prepregs, adhesives and moulded materials derived therefrom. The curative composition comprises a clathrate comprising a host component and a guest component, the host comprising a carboxylic acid or ester compounds as defined or phenolphthalin and the guest comprising an imidazole or imidazoline component.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2018Publication date: December 10, 2020Applicant: HEXCEL COMPOSITES LIMITEDInventors: David Allan TILBROOK, Christopher Robert MASON, Martin Richard SIMMONS
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Patent number: 10792304Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment, amelioration, or prevention of cancer and/or cancer metastasis by delivery of a hemodynamics altering agent such as a drag reducing polymer (DRP).Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 2019Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignees: UNM Rainforest Innovations, University of PittsburghInventors: Marina V. Kameneva, Denis Bragin, Edwin Nemoto, Richard Simmons
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Publication number: 20200115492Abstract: There is provided a curative system for epoxy resins comprising an alkyl benzene diamine and an additional aromatic amine.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2018Publication date: April 16, 2020Applicant: HEXCEL COMPOSITES LIMITEDInventors: Martin Richard SIMMONS, Stephen MORTIMER, Neal Nayneshkumar PATEL
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Patent number: 9165742Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to an electron beam imaging/inspection apparatus having an electron source device to direct flood electrons on a sample immediately before image acquisition or inspection. The apparatus comprises a first device configured to charge a sample in a first mode, wherein the first device includes an electron source configured to provide a flood beam of charged particles to a first area of the sample. The apparatus also comprises a second device configured to generate a primary beam of electrons and characterize an interaction between the primary beam and a second area of the sample within the first area in a second mode. The apparatus is configured to switch from the first mode to the second mode less than 1 second.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2015Date of Patent: October 20, 2015Assignee: KLA-Tencor CorporationInventors: Richard Simmons, Douglas Masnaghetti, Mark McCord, Fred E Stanke, Scott Young, Christopher Sears
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Patent number: 8449707Abstract: A composite structure, and method of manufacturing it, having a specified width, length, and height defining a top and bottom the composite structure. The composite structure includes a three dimensional structural core constructed of a polymer with a first series of a geometric pattern repeated along its length. The structural core also has a second series of the geometric pattern repeated along the width thereof. The geometric patter may be a sinusoidal curve or a substantially pyramidal shape. The composite structure also includes a first reinforcement layer made of a polymer positioned above the structural core and bonded thereto. It also includes a second reinforcement layer made of a polymer that is positioned below the structural core and bonded thereto. The composite structure may also include a decorative layer above the first reinforcement layer, an acoustical batting layer positioned between the first reinforcement layer and the structural core, and may include fire retardant chemicals.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2010Date of Patent: May 28, 2013Assignee: Innovative Composites Inc.Inventors: Richard A. Simmons, John R. Stoll, Keith Panik, F. Arthur Simmons
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Publication number: 20110061792Abstract: A composite structure, and method of manufacturing it, having a specified width, length, and height defining a top and bottom the composite structure. The composite structure includes a three dimensional structural core constructed of a polymer with a first series of a geometric pattern repeated along its length. The structural core also has a second series of the geometric pattern repeated along the width thereof. The geometric patter may be a sinusoidal curve or a substantially pyramidal shape. The composite structure also includes a first reinforcement layer made of a polymer positioned above the structural core and bonded thereto. It also includes a second reinforcement layer made of a polymer that is positioned below the structural core and bonded thereto. The composite structure may also include a decorative layer above the first reinforcement layer, an acoustical batting layer positioned between the first reinforcement layer and the structural core, and may include fire retardant chemicals.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Inventors: Richard A. Simmons, John R. Stoll, Keith Panik, F. Arthur Simmons
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Patent number: 7857934Abstract: A composite structure, and method of manufacturing it, having a specified width, length, and height defining a top and bottom the composite structure. The composite structure includes a three dimensional structural core constructed of a polymer with a first series of a geometric pattern repeated along its length. The structural core also has a second series of the geometric pattern repeated along the width thereof. The geometric patter may be a sinusoidal curve or a substantially pyramidal shape. The composite structure also includes a first reinforcement layer made of a polymer positioned above the structural core and bonded thereto. It also includes a second reinforcement layer made of a polymer that is positioned below the structural core and bonded thereto. The composite structure may also include a decorative layer above the first reinforcement layer, an acoustical batting layer positioned between the first reinforcement layer and the structural core, and may include fire retardant chemicals.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2007Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Assignee: Eleison Composities, LLCInventors: Richard A. Simmons, John R. Stoll, Keith Panik, F. Arthur Simmons
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Patent number: 7555147Abstract: A video recording system for an amusement park ride includes a video camera for generating video images of riders on the amusement park ride, and a video capture device connected to the video camera for capturing the video images. A video server is connected to the video capture device for storing the captured video images. A video disc burner is connected to the video server for burning the stored captured video images of the riders on the amusement park ride onto a video disc.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2006Date of Patent: June 30, 2009Inventor: Richard Simmons
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Publication number: 20080135167Abstract: A composite structure, and method of manufacturing it, having a specified width, length, and height defining a top and bottom the composite structure. The composite structure includes a three dimensional structural core constructed of a polymer with a first series of a geometric pattern repeated along its length. The structural core also has a second series of the geometric pattern repeated along the width thereof. The geometric patter may be a sinusoidal curve or a substantially pyramidal shape. The composite structure also includes a first reinforcement layer made of a polymer positioned above the structural core and bonded thereto. It also includes a second reinforcement layer made of a polymer that is positioned below the structural core and bonded thereto. The composite structure may also include a decorative layer above the first reinforcement layer, an acoustical batting layer positioned between the first reinforcement layer and the structural core, and may include fire retardant chemicals.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2007Publication date: June 12, 2008Inventors: Richard A. Simmons, John R. Stoll, Keith Panik, F. Arthur Simmons
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Patent number: 7297390Abstract: A composite structure, and method of manufacturing it, having a specified width, length, and height defining a top and bottom the composite structure. The composite structure includes a three dimensional structural core constructed of a polymer with a first series of a geometric pattern repeated along its length. The structural core also has a second series of the geometric pattern repeated along the width thereof. The geometric patter may be a sinusoidal curve or a substantially pyramidal shape. The composite structure also includes a first reinforcement layer made of a polymer positioned above the structural core and bonded thereto. It also includes a second reinforcement layer made of a polymer that is positioned below the structural core and bonded thereto. The composite structure may also include a decorative layer above the first reinforcement layer, an acoustical batting layer positioned between the first reinforcement layer and the structural core, and may include fire retardant chemicals.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2003Date of Patent: November 20, 2007Inventors: Richard A. Simmons, John R. Stoll, Keith Panik, F. Arthur Simmons
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Publication number: 20070078013Abstract: A video recording system for an amusement park ride includes a video camera for generating video images of riders on the amusement park ride, and a video capture device connected to the video camera for capturing the video images. A video server is connected to the video capture device for storing the captured video images. A video disc burner is connected to the video server for burning the stored captured video images of the riders on the amusement park ride onto a video disc.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2006Publication date: April 5, 2007Inventor: Richard Simmons
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Publication number: 20060264793Abstract: A patellofemoral brace including a buttress for supporting a wearer's patella is provided. The patellofemoral brace includes an elastic sleeve that is easy to apply to the wearer's leg and easy to remove from the wearer's leg. The sleeve includes distinct bands of material so that end bands are substantially rotationally independent of a central band. The end bands resist translation along and rotation about the wearer's leg. The brace further includes a tensioning strap that lies across the buttress to further support the buttress and the wearer's patella. A portion of the tensioning strap is constructed of a thermoplastic elastomer, so that the strap provides firmer support to the buttress than a fabric strap, but is more comfortable and more evenly supports the buttress than a hard, inelastic strap.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2006Publication date: November 23, 2006Inventors: Richard Simmons, John Fulkerson, John Martin, Andy Kazmierczak
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Publication number: 20060038094Abstract: According to one embodiment of the present invention, a molded, thermoplastic bracket for joining structural elements includes a plurality of substantially identical, attachable bracket members and at least one fastener. Each of the plurality of bracket members includes an outer wall and a face. The face of each of the plurality of bracket members has a first cavity and a second cavity formed therein. The first and second cavities are adapted to receive a first and second structural member, respectively. The face of each of the plurality of bracket members also has at least one pin and at least one hole formed thereon that are adapted to align at least two of the plurality of bracket members. The at least one fastener is adapted to attach at least two of the plurality of bracket members.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 29, 2005Publication date: February 23, 2006Inventor: Richard Simmons
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Publication number: 20060004823Abstract: Methods and systems for assembling databases in multiple-party proceedings. Class members or their agents can file claims online using a computer network connected to the database. The online connection may be provided as a web site accessible through the Internet. Users file claims by submitting Identifying Information and Claim Information, both of which may be validated in order to prevent fraudulent or otherwise invalid claims. Class members may be provided with reference strings prior to filing the claim. The users are prompted to submit the reference strings when filing the claims for purposes of administration and to verify the authenticity of the filing. The filed claims are stored in a database which may be accessible to parties in the class action.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2005Publication date: January 5, 2006Inventor: Richard Simmons
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Publication number: 20040081797Abstract: A composite structure, and method of manufacturing it, having a specified width, length, and height defining a top and bottom the composite structure. The composite structure includes a three dimensional structural core constructed of a polymer with a first series of a geometric pattern repeated along its length. The structural core also has a second series of the geometric pattern repeated along the width thereof The geometric patter may be a sinusoidal curve or a substantially pyramidal shape. The composite structure also includes a first reinforcement layer made of a polymer positioned above the structural core and bonded thereto. It also includes a second reinforcement layer made of a polymer that is positioned below the structural core and bonded thereto. The composite structure may also include a decorative layer above the first reinforcement layer, an acoustical batting layer positioned between the first reinforcement layer and the structural core, and may include fire retardant chemicals.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2003Publication date: April 29, 2004Inventors: Richard A. Simmons, John R. Stoll, Keith Panik, F. Arthur Simmons
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Publication number: 20020080002Abstract: An inductor coil is made with windings turns in a conical shape tapered from a very small diameter and gradually increasing. The core of the coil is composed of a dielectric material with a colloidal suspension of magnetic particles, i.e. poly-iron. The core functions to increase impedance at higher frequencies to reduce resonant loss glitches, while providing a low impedance at low frequencies to provide a high Q at low frequencies. The core can be part air (or non-magnetic dielectric) and part poly-iron, with the air portion provided closest to a transmission line where the inductor is connected to prevent the core from interfering with the magnetic field of signals on a transmission line.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2002Publication date: June 27, 2002Inventors: William W. Oldfield, Richard Simmons
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Patent number: 5993906Abstract: A liquid thermoset coating is described for application on and near surfaces of molded plastic parts where the resin rich phase has been disturbed or imperfectly formed. The coating has been found to be effective at minimizing paint pops and craters in subsequent finish coatings on said parts. Said paint pops and craters develop during heated cure cycles for the finish coatings. The coating which is applied to the heated part and subsequently cured is preferably an epoxy composition of low viscosity. The molded plastic parts are preferably fiber reinforced thermoset polyester parts with an in-mold coating to improve surface quality.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 1993Date of Patent: November 30, 1999Assignee: Cambridge Industries, Inc.Inventors: Robert W. Smith, David S. Cobbledick, Charles M. Kausch, Donald F. Reichenbach, Satish C. Sharma, Richard Simmons
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Patent number: 5599630Abstract: A liquid thermoset coating is described for application on and near surfaces of molded plastic parts where the resin rich phase has been disturbed or imperfectly formed. The coating has been found to be effective at minimizing paint pops and craters in subsequent finish coatings on said parts. Said paint pops and craters develop during heated cure cycles for the finish coatings. The coating which is applied to the heated part and subsequently cured is preferably an epoxy composition of low viscosity. The molded plastic parts are preferably fiber reinforced thermoset polyester parts with an in-mold coating to improve surface quality.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 1995Date of Patent: February 4, 1997Inventors: Robert W. Smith, David S. Cobbledick, Charles M. Kausch, Donald F. Reichenbach, Satish C. Sharma, Richard Simmons
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Patent number: 5578821Abstract: A method and apparatus for a charged particle scanning system and an automatic inspection system, including wafers and masks used in microcircuit fabrication. A charged particle beam is directed at the surface of a substrate for scanning that substrate and a selection of detectors are included to detect at least one of the secondary charged particles, back-scattered charged particles and transmitted charged particles from the substrate. The substrate is mounted on an x-y stage to provide at least one degree of freedom while the substrate is being scanned by the charged particle beam. The substrate is also subjected to an electric field on it's surface to accelerate the secondary charged particles. The system facilitates inspection at low beam energies on charge sensitive insulating substrates and has the capability to accurately measure the position of the substrate with respect to the charged particle beam.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 1995Date of Patent: November 26, 1996Assignee: KLA Instruments CorporationInventors: Dan Meisberger, Alan D. Brodie, Anil A. Desai, Dennis G. Emge, Zhong-Wei Chen, Richard Simmons, Dave E. A. Smith, April Dutta, J. Kirkwood H. Rough, Leslie A. Honfi, Henry Pearce-Percy, John McMurtry, Eric Munro