Patents by Inventor Robert F. Burkholder
Robert F. Burkholder 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: 8884815Abstract: According one embodiment, a millimeter-wave radiation imaging array includes a plurality of antenna elements configured to receive millimeter-wave radiative input. Each lenslet of a plurality of lenslets are coupled to one of the plurality of antenna elements such that no air exists between each lenslet and the one of the plurality of antenna elements. Each lenslet has a spherical portion being operable to direct the radiative input towards the one of the plurality of antenna elements. An energy detector is coupled to the plurality of antenna elements opposite the plurality of lenslets and operable to measure the radiative input received by the plurality of antenna elements.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2011Date of Patent: November 11, 2014Assignee: Ratheon CompanyInventors: Michael A. Gritz, Robert F. Burkholder, Stephen H. Black, Borys Pawel Kolasa
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Patent number: 8586926Abstract: According one embodiment, a non-heterodyne radiation imager includes a substrate having a ground plane layer. The radiation imager also includes a plurality of antenna elements operable to receive radiative input. Each support element of a plurality of support elements mechanically couples an antenna element of the plurality of antenna elements to the substrate. A plurality of energy detectors is operable to measure the radiative input received by the plurality of antenna elements.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2011Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Raytheon CompanyInventors: Stephen H. Black, Michael A. Gritz, Borys Pawel Kolasa, Robert F. Burkholder
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Publication number: 20130050015Abstract: According one embodiment, a non-heterodyne radiation imager includes a substrate having a ground plane layer. The radiation imager also includes a plurality of antenna elements operable to receive radiative input. Each support element of a plurality of support elements mechanically couples an antenna element of the plurality of antenna elements to the substrate. A plurality of energy detectors is operable to measure the radiative input received by the plurality of antenna elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2011Publication date: February 28, 2013Applicant: Raytheon CompanyInventors: Stephen H. Black, Michael A. Gritz, Borys Pawel Kolasa, Robert F. Burkholder
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Publication number: 20130021203Abstract: According one embodiment, a millimeter-wave radiation imaging array includes a plurality of antenna elements configured to receive millimeter-wave radiative input. Each lenslet of a plurality of lenslets are coupled to one of the plurality of antenna elements such that no air exists between each lenslet and the one of the plurality of antenna elements. Each lenslet has a spherical portion being operable to direct the radiative input towards the one of the plurality of antenna elements. An energy detector is coupled to the plurality of antenna elements opposite the plurality of lenslets and operable to measure the radiative input received by the plurality of antenna elements.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2011Publication date: January 24, 2013Applicant: Raytheon CompanyInventors: Michael A. Gritz, Robert F. Burkholder, Stephen H. Black, Borys Pawel Kolasa
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Publication number: 20120048090Abstract: A power tool control system includes a non-contact measurement and alignment device operative with the power tool and enabled to establish various readings, such as power tool settings. A graphical user interface communicatively coupled with the non-contact measurement and alignment device enables user control over and display of the readings from the non-contact measurement and alignment device. Related table saw assemblies are disclosed in which, for example, a bevel angle of a saw blade may be adjusted.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2011Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: CHANG TYPE INDUSTRIAL COMPANYInventors: Mark A. Etter, Jaime E. Garcia, Kathy DeKeyser, Alan Phillips, Robert F. Burkholder, Jeffrey D. Weston, Melinda J. Hearn
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Patent number: 8004664Abstract: A power tool control system includes a non-contact measurement and alignment device operative with the power tool and enabled to establish various readings, such as power tool settings. A graphical user interface communicatively coupled with the non-contact measurement and alignment device enables user control over and display of the readings from the non-contact measurement and alignment device.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2003Date of Patent: August 23, 2011Assignee: Chang Type Industrial CompanyInventors: Mark A. Etter, Jaime E. Garcia, Kathy DeKeyser, Alan Phillips, Robert F. Burkholder, Jeffrey D. Weston, Melinda J. Hearn
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Patent number: 7413414Abstract: An air compressor assembly with one or more of the following features: a removable manifold assembly capable of being remotely located from the air compressor assembly for controlling and distributing compressed air from the air compressor assembly to one or more air powered tools, a lifting handle, a handle capable of assuming a plurality of positions, condensate removal devices, and a stable base and tie-down points.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2004Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Mark W. Wood, Robert F. Burkholder, Crandall B. Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan, David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, John W. Hardin
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Patent number: 7359762Abstract: A graphical user interface communicatively coupled with a non-contact measurement and alignment device enables user control over and display of the readings from the non-contact measurement and alignment device. In operation with a power tool, the graphical user interface provides a user with selectable control over the power tool through the computation and display of multiple power tool settings.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2004Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Mark A. Etter, Jaime E. Garcia, Kathy DeKeyser, Alan Phillips, Robert F. Burkholder, Jeffrey D. Weston, Melinda J. Hearn
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Patent number: 7081698Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method and system for improving motor efficiency. The motor of the present invention may provide at least 1.9 Horsepower (HP) while drawing 15–16 Amperes at 120 Volts. The motor of the present invention may provide at least 75% efficiency and the speed of 12,000 to 14,000 RPM. A small size and low weight motor may be provided by the present invention. Further, it is contemplated that the motor of the present invention may be produced at a low cost per unit with a volume of 500,000 to 1,000,000 units per year. It is also contemplated that the motor may be suitable for use in consumer and professional products by complying with recognized safety standards such as U.L., CSA, CEE and the like.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2004Date of Patent: July 25, 2006Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Robert F. Burkholder, Dalton McFarland
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Patent number: 7073268Abstract: A level includes a laser source for establishing one or more visually identifiable measurement and reading in a work environment or in combination with the use of a power tool. A power tool control system includes a non-contact measurement and alignment device operative with the power tool and enabled to establish various readings, such as power tool settings. A graphical user interface communicatively coupled with the level and/or the non-contact measurement and alignment device enables user control over and display of the readings from the level and/or the non-contact measurement and alignment device.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2003Date of Patent: July 11, 2006Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.Inventors: Mark A. Etter, Jaime E. Garcia, Kathy DeKeyser, Alan Philips, Robert F. Burkholder, Jeffrey D. Weston, Melinda J. Hearn
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Patent number: 6923627Abstract: An air compressor assembly with one or more of the following features: a removable manifold assembly capable of being remotely located from the air compressor assembly for controlling and distributing compressed air from the air compressor assembly to one or more air powered tools, a lifting handle, a handle capable of assuming a plurality of positions, condensate removal devices, and a stable base and tie-down points.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2003Date of Patent: August 2, 2005Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power CompanyInventors: Mark W. Wood, Robert F. Burkholder, Crandall B. Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan, David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, John W. Hardin, J. Cody Stilwell, Gary White, Stephen J. Vos
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Patent number: 6923364Abstract: A method for manufacturing an air compressor assembly including, between a tank welding step and a final assembling step, a step of submerging a welded tank into a dip tank that contains cooling liquid treated with a corrosion inhibitor. In a preferred embodiment, in the submerging step, all air access ports of the welded tank are open to allow the cooling liquid to coat both the inside and outside surfaces of the air tank to maximize corrosion inhibitor protection and increase tank cooling rate. The method for manufacturing an air compressor assembly according to the present invention may be used in manufacturing air compressor assemblies in various styles.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2003Date of Patent: August 2, 2005Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power CompanyInventors: Robert F. Burkholder, Scott Curnel, Mark W. Wood, Matt Wright, David W. Robenalt, Kurt Russell
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Publication number: 20040197200Abstract: An air compressor assembly with one or more of the following features: a removable manifold assembly capable of being remotely located from the air compressor assembly for controlling and distributing compressed air from the air compressor assembly to one or more air powered tools, a lifting handle, a handle capable of assuming a plurality of positions, condensate removal devices, and a stable base and tie-down points.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2004Publication date: October 7, 2004Inventors: Mark W. Wood, Robert F. Burkholder, Crandall B. Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan, David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, John W. Hardin
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Patent number: 6742995Abstract: An air compressor assembly with one or more of the following features: a removable manifold assembly capable of being remotely located from the air compressor assembly for controlling and distributing compressed air from the air compressor assembly to one or more air powered tools, a lifting handle, a handle capable of assuming a plurality of positions, condensate removal devices, and a stable base and tie-down points.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2002Date of Patent: June 1, 2004Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power CompanyInventors: Mark W. Wood, Robert F. Burkholder, Crandall B. Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan, David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, John W. Hardin
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Publication number: 20040047744Abstract: An air compressor assembly having an air tank which, during air usage, continuously discharges condensate accumulated in the air tank into the compressed air being released. The air tank has an air outlet port at its wall, through which compressed air and condensate are released for use in air powered tools during air usage.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2003Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventors: Robert F. Burkholder, Scott Curnel, Mark W. Wood, Matt Wright, David W. Robenalt, Kurt Russell
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Publication number: 20040047745Abstract: An air compressor assembly having an unpainted air tank that is enclosed in a shroud. The air tank may be made of metal, plastic, or the like. In a preferred embodiment, the shroud is made of plastic. The shroud may also be made of metal or the like. The air compressor assembly according to the present invention may be formed in various styles, including a portable type air compressor assembly, a “pancake” type air compressor assembly, a “hot-dog” type air compressor assembly, a vertical “hot-dog” type air compressor assembly, a vertical stationary type air compressor assembly, a “double hot-dog” type air compressor assembly, and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2003Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventors: Robert F. Burkholder, Scott Curnel, Mark W. Wood, Matt Wright, David W. Robenalt, Kurt Russell
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Publication number: 20040047740Abstract: A method for manufacturing an air compressor assembly including, between a tank welding step and a final assembling step, a step of submerging a welded tank into a dip tank that contains cooling liquid treated with a corrosion inhibitor. In a preferred embodiment, in the submerging step, all air access ports of the welded tank are open to allow the cooling liquid to coat both the inside and outside surfaces of the air tank to maximize corrosion inhibitor protection and increase tank cooling rate. The method for manufacturing an air compressor assembly according to the present invention may be used in manufacturing air compressor assemblies in various styles.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2003Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventors: Robert F. Burkholder, Scott Curnel, Mark W. Wood, Matt Wright, David W. Robenalt, Kurt Russell
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Patent number: 6655925Abstract: A manifold assembly is provided for controlling and distributing compressed air from an air compressor to one or more air powered tools. The manifold assembly may be attached directly to the air compressor, or, alternately, removed from the air compressor and coupled thereto via an air conduit, e.g., an air hose or the like, so that the manifold assembly can be used at locations remote from the air compressor.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2001Date of Patent: December 2, 2003Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power CompanyInventors: David W. Robenalt, Dave C. Smith, Mark W. Wood, Robert F. Burkholder, Crandall B. Barbour, Mike L. Davis, Fred M. Morgan
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Publication number: 20030159888Abstract: A “splash” lubrication system having an oil slinger capable of providing an increased flow rate of lubricating and cooling oil to lubricated components of the system compared to conventional dip stick oil slingers while reducing oil atomization and oil loss through the crankcase vent is disclosed. In embodiments of the invention, the oil slinger is comprised of a disk coupled to the crankshaft assembly of the device being lubricated (e.g., an engine, pump, compressor, or the like) so that rotation of the crankshaft assembly rotates the disk for splashing lubricating oil from the crankcase's oil sump onto the moving parts of the device being lubricated by the lubricating system.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2002Publication date: August 28, 2003Inventor: Robert F. Burkholder
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Patent number: 6541718Abstract: A full power switch assembly for a portable generator that is capable of instantly communicating the presence and operation of a full power switch to the user is disclosed. The full power switch assembly includes a first outlet for supplying electrical power having a first voltage (e.g., 120 VAC), a second outlet for supplying electrical power having a second voltage (e.g., 240 VAC), and a switch including a selector. The selector is movable from a first position to a second position for causing the first outlet to be capable of supplying electrical power up to a maximum power level. Movement of the selector between the first position and the second position further causes indicia to be displayed for indicating whether the first outlet is capable of supplying electrical power up to the maximum power level.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2001Date of Patent: April 1, 2003Assignee: DeVilbiss Air Power CompanyInventors: Robert F. Burkholder, P. Brent Boyd, Dalton McFarland