Patents by Inventor Robert K. Weir

Robert K. Weir 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).

  • Patent number: 9273439
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for ensuring a minimum bypass flow installed in a stream wherein a diversion chamber is defined by front, rear and side panels, a screen, a bypass chamber and a second outlet chamber that allows water to flow into the second chamber only when the flow of water is sufficient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2016
    Inventors: James C. Perkins, Robert K. Weir
  • Patent number: 8252175
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating fish and debris from water, the apparatus being made up of a frame member within which a rotating drum member is mounted, the drum member containing circumferentially mounted, longitudinally extending chamber members with an open side, and an air distribution member for inducing air into the chambers, facilitating rotation of the drum member. The method and apparatus are conformable for use in areas where the flow of water is a concern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Inventor: Robert K. Weir
  • Patent number: 7805890
    Abstract: A debris-filtering downspout and other water runoff conduits and receptacles are disclosed, and include a screen mounted within a conduit, a culvert, a storm water conveyance or secured to a water collection basin. The screen provides high water throughput and is self-cleaning while effectively filtering debris contained in an incoming water stream. Optionally, media pads may be included to further scrub the water before it exits the downspout assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Inventors: Steven E. Esmond, Larry Quinn, Robert K. Weir
  • Publication number: 20090236273
    Abstract: A debris-filtering downspout and other water runoff conduits and receptacles are disclosed, and include a screen mounted within a conduit, a culvert, a storm water conveyance or secured to a water collection basin. The screen provides high water throughput and is self-cleaning while effectively filtering debris contained in an incoming water stream. Optionally, media pads may be included to further scrub the water before it exits the downspout assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2009
    Publication date: September 24, 2009
    Inventors: Steven E. Esmond, Larry Quinn, Robert K. Weir
  • Publication number: 20090223459
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating fish and debris from water, the apparatus being made up of a frame member within which a rotating drum member is mounted, the drum member containing circumferentially mounted, longitudinally extending chamber members with an open side, and an air distribution member for inducing air into the chambers, facilitating rotation of the drum member. The method and apparatus are conformable for use in areas where the flow of water is a concern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2008
    Publication date: September 10, 2009
    Inventor: Robert K. Weir
  • Patent number: 7584577
    Abstract: A debris-filtering downspout and other water runoff conduits and receptacles are disclosed, and include a screen mounted within a conduit, a culvert, a storm water conveyance or secured to a water collection basin. The screen provides high water throughput and is self-cleaning while effectively filtering debris contained in an incoming water stream. Optionally, media pads may be included to further scrub the water before it exits the downspout assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2009
    Inventors: Steven E. Esmond, Larry Quinn, Robert K. Weir
  • Patent number: 7300590
    Abstract: A drainage system for separating oil and debris from water run-off wherein a chamber in the path of flow of the run-off includes a downwardly inclined screen and a debris-collecting fence beneath the screen to maintain separation between the debris and water; and an organic absorber may be positioned in the path of flow of the water beneath the screen to remove organic oils from the run-off.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2007
    Inventors: Robert K. Weir, Steve E. Esmond, Larry Quinn
  • Patent number: 7258785
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for separating oil and debris from urban water run-off, the apparatus being made up of a chamber which is mounted in a storm drain system and has an inner basin with a tilted wire wedge wire screen filter in the path of flow of the run-off, an organic absorber floats on the water as it is collected in the basin, and a discharge plate has a series of slots which are sized to regulate the flow rate of discharge of the water from the basin for removal through an outlet at the lower end of the chamber. The method and apparatus are conformable for use with existing storm drain systems along curbs or gutters as well as parking lots, runways and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2007
    Inventors: Robert K. Weir, Steve E. Esmond, Larry Quinn
  • Patent number: 6953529
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for particulate removal from liquids is disclosed and includes a Coanda tilted wire wedge wire screen in combination with a liquid-flow velocity control orifice mounted within a cylindrical air-tight vessel that can be operated under pressure. The liquid flow velocity control orifice and Coanda tilted wire wedge wire screen in combination with the pressurized system provides for highly efficient and uniform removal of particulate matter that includes a self-cleaning feature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2005
    Inventor: Robert K. Weir
  • Publication number: 20040222167
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for particulate removal from liquids is disclosed and includes a Coanda tilted wedge wire screen in combination with a liquid-flow velocity control orifice mounted within a cylindrical air-tight vessel that can be operated under pressure. The liquid flow velocity control orifice and Coanda tilted wedge wire screen in combination with the pressurized system provides for highly efficient and uniform removal of particulate matter that includes a self-cleaning feature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2003
    Publication date: November 11, 2004
    Inventor: Robert K. Weir
  • Patent number: 6705049
    Abstract: A debris-filtering downspout and other water runoff conduits and receptacles are disclosed, and include a Coanda screen mounted within a conduit, a culvert, a storm water conveyance or secured to a water collection basin. The Coanda screen provides high water throughput and is self-cleaning while effectively filtering debris contained in an incoming water stream.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2004
    Inventors: Steven E. Esmond, Larry Quinn, Robert K. Weir
  • Publication number: 20030167700
    Abstract: A debris-filtering downspout and other water runoff conduits and receptacles are disclosed, and include a Coanda screen mounted within a conduit, a culvert, a storm water conveyance or secured to a water collection basin. The Coanda screen provides high water throughput and is self-cleaning while effectively filtering debris contained in an incoming water stream.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2002
    Publication date: September 11, 2003
    Inventors: Steven E. Esmond, Larry Quinn, Robert K. Weir
  • Patent number: 5791291
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for continuously cleaning fish screens located in wetland diversions which are subject to tidal fluctuations, as well as in river and stream diversions, provides a brush or wiper member attached to a flotation device to clean the fish screen continuously. The apparatus can utilize conventional power where available, or utilize available and renewable energy sources such as tidal influx, solar or wind power, as well as gravity water flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 11, 1998
    Inventors: James J. Strong, Robert K. Weir