Patents by Inventor Robert E. Colling

Robert E. Colling 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: 20170247149
    Abstract: A dispensing device may be used to dispense fluids for a variety of uses. A dispensing device may include a flexible tube body with a nozzle coupled to a first end of the flexible tube body. A closure location may be coupled to a second end of the flexible tube body. At least one seal may be coupled to the flexible tube body at a location between the nozzle and the closure location. The at least one seal separates the flexible tube body into a plurality of chambers when the at least one seal is sealed. Additionally, a plunger may be placed in the flexible tube body and may fit in the chambers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2016
    Publication date: August 31, 2017
    Inventor: Robert E. Colling
  • Patent number: 7320504
    Abstract: In one embodiment, a heater for a vehicle having an engine that generates hot exhaust gases includes a distribution pipe extending along a cargo carrying part of the vehicle. The distribution pipe is operatively connected to an engine exhaust pipe such that engine exhaust can flow through the distribution pipe when the engine is running. The distribution pipe has a plurality of openings therein through which exhaust is discharged to heat the cargo carrying part of the vehicle when the engine is running. Each opening has a cross-sectional area substantially smaller than a cross-sectional area of the distribution pipe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2008
    Assignee: Mobile Heat Exchange, LLC
    Inventor: Robert E. Colling
  • Publication number: 20020057542
    Abstract: The device is an ELECTRONIC BATTERY KILL SWITCH mounted within or associated with a vehicle energy source. Electronic circuitry shuts down chemical energy flow from the battery plates to the battery posts or terminals in a collision, or when optionally linked device(s) deploy, trip or activate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2001
    Publication date: May 16, 2002
    Inventor: Robert E. Colling
  • Patent number: 5074488
    Abstract: Aircraft engine deactivation apparatus for stopping an aircraft engine while the aircraft is on the ground. The apparatus is for safety purposes and is used to prevent a detected object from coming into contact with an engine driven propeller or a jet propulsion intake. A detector, preferably an infra-red radiation sensor, detects an object or person within a selected distance and within a seleced area about the engine. Upon detection, a mechanical engine deactivator, such as brake calipers engageable with the engine flywheel, or an electronic deactivator, such as an electronic switch operable to ground magnetos, shuts down the engine. A by-pass switch renders the system inoperable, when desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 1990
    Date of Patent: December 24, 1991
    Inventor: Robert E. Colling