Patents by Inventor Steven R. Knight
Steven R. Knight 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: 9254418Abstract: A storage and retrieval apparatus for objects with looped openings, the apparatus being flexible and made of metal, the apparatus characterized in having first and second arms, the first and second arms each having an upper end and each having a lower end, the apparatus having a body with first and second ends, the first end of the body connecting with the lower end of the first arm, the second end of the body connecting with the lower end of the second arm, the body having a shape, the shape of the body urging the first and second arms toward each other with a first spacing therebetween, the upper end of the first arm defining a first tip, the upper end of the second arm defining a second tip, the first tip and the second tip forming a space wider than the first spacing.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2015Date of Patent: February 9, 2016Inventor: Steven R. Knight
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Publication number: 20150209619Abstract: A storage and retrieval apparatus for objects with looped openings, the apparatus being flexible and made of metal, the apparatus characterized in having first and second arms, the first and second arms each having an upper end and each having a lower end, the apparatus having a body with first and second ends, the first end of the body connecting with the lower end of the first arm, the second end of the body connecting with the lower end of the second arm, the body having a shape, the shape of the body urging the first and second arms toward each other with a first spacing therebetween, the upper end of the first arm defining a first tip, the upper end of the second arm defining a second tip, the first tip and the second tip forming a space wider than the first spacing.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2015Publication date: July 30, 2015Inventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 9079063Abstract: A storage and retrieval apparatus for objects with looped openings, the apparatus being flexible and made of metal, the apparatus characterized in having first and second arms, the first and second arms each having an upper end and each having a lower end, the apparatus having a body with first and second ends, the first end of the body connecting with the lower end of the first arm, the second end of the body connecting with the lower end of the second arm, the body having a shape, the shape of the body urging the first and second arms toward each other with a first spacing therebetween, the upper end of the first arm defining a first tip, the upper end of the second arm defining a second tip, the first tip and the second tip forming a space wider than the first spacing.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: July 14, 2015Inventor: Steven R. Knight
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Publication number: 20140077660Abstract: A smart material actuator including a smart material stack and a compensator preventing expansion of the stack in a non-driving direction. When actuated, the smart material stack causes a force transfer surface to be driven in the driving direction, thereby actuating a first stage amplifier having two arms, which in turn actuates a second stage amplifier having two arms.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Inventor: Steven R. Knight
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Publication number: 20130284777Abstract: A storage and retrieval apparatus for objects with looped openings, the apparatus being flexible and made of metal, the apparatus characterized in having first and second arms, the first and second arms each having an upper end and each having a lower end, the apparatus having a body with first and second ends, the first end of the body connecting with the lower end of the first arm, the second end of the body connecting with the lower end of the second arm, the body having a shape, the shape of the body urging the first and second arms toward each other with a first spacing therebetween, the upper end of the first arm defining a first tip, the upper end of the second arm defining a second tip, the first tip and the second tip forming a space wider than the first spacing.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: October 31, 2013Applicant: CROWN SEATING LLCInventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 7770592Abstract: A valve comprises a valve body having a fluid inlet and fluid outlet, a valve seat located in the valve body between the fluid inlet and a fluid outlet, a valve member movable towards and away from the valve seat for controlling the flow of fluid from the fluid inlet to the fluid outlet, and a PTC heater in thermal contact with the valve seat for heating the valve seat. The heater is integrated in the valve in a manner where the valve seat is used as an electrical conductor to facilitate operation and assembly of the valve, and a unique valve construction is provided for enabling self-draining to avoid accumulation of water or other liquid in the valve that might negatively impact performance of the valve.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2007Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Assignee: Parker-Hannifin CorporationInventors: Steven R. Knight, Timothy P. Neal
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Publication number: 20080279709Abstract: A rotary vane device comprising a rotor and a vane positioned in a pumping chamber in a housing for rotation about respective eccentric axes, wherein the rotor has a rotor slot in which the vane is positioned, characterized by the vane being driven and the rotor following the vane.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2006Publication date: November 13, 2008Inventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 7395936Abstract: A filter element and assembly for fluid applications which require a purging of air, and particularly for applications where the filter element is horizontally oriented (side loaded), where the filter element is rotationally positioned relative to the housing such that a vent orifice is properly located for venting air from the filter element as the element fills with fluid. The housing includes a cylindrical body with a closed end a threaded open end, and a threaded, cup-shaped cover which is screwed down onto the housing. The filter element and housing include i) cooperating retaining devices which temporarily couple the filter element to the housing cover when the element is initially inserted into the housing and the cover is initially screwed onto the housing; and ii) cooperating orientation devices which rotationally orient the filter element in the housing as the housing cover is further and fully screwed down onto the housing.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 2003Date of Patent: July 8, 2008Assignee: Parker-Hannifin CorporationInventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 7360658Abstract: A filter assembly includes housing enclosing a replaceable filter element. A support core is provided in the housing, and includes an extension and locking assembly. The element includes a ring of filtration media with a pair of end caps. The first end cap includes a central opening to receive the support core. The extension and locking assembly prevents the cover of the housing from being attached to the housing body without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly includes a bypass member and a locking member, which are in locking engagement when an element is absent in the housing. The second end cap includes internal protrusions which engage the locking member when the filter element is installed to disengage the bypass member from the support core, and allow the element to be inserted and the cover to be installed.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2007Date of Patent: April 22, 2008Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLCInventors: Michael D. Clausen, Steven R. Knight, Martin C. Maxwell
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Patent number: 7357867Abstract: A filter element removably located in a housing having a central valve structure. The element has an end cap with a valve actuating portion. The valve actuating portion includes a cylindrical portion and an annular base projecting radially inward from the cylindrical portion. The valve actuating portion includes a plurality of thin, flat keys spaced around the annular base and projecting radially inward from the cylindrical portion and axially outward from the base. The keys engage the valve structure in the housing when the element is installed, and open up a flow passage through the housing.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2005Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLCInventors: Steven R. Knight, John F. Church
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Publication number: 20080070079Abstract: A fuel cell system comprising a fuel cell stack and a layer assembly forming the fluid circuitry for the fuel cell stack. The layer assembly comprises a plurality of layers assembled in face-to-face contact and joined together in a fluid-tight manner. At least some of the layers integrate fluid-interacting devices and/or fluid-conveying channels. The layers have aligned openings for forming potential passageways through the layer assembly, and these passageways are partially opened and/or partially blocked to form the fluid circuitry.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2006Publication date: March 20, 2008Inventors: Steven R. Knight, Ryan D. Cutter
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Publication number: 20080044696Abstract: A hydrogen generation cartridge (12) for supplying hydrogen gas to the anode side of a fuel cell system. The cartridge (12) comprises a first compartment (30) containing a first reactant (32) and a second compartment (34) containing a second reactant (36). The first compartment (30) is positioned within the second compartment (34) and, prior to cartridge activation, the compartments (30,34) chemically isolate the reactants (32/36) from each other. To activate the cartridge (12), the first compartment (30) is opened (e.g., broken) to form a common chamber (40) with the second compartment (34), and the reactants (32/36) combine and react to generate hydrogen gas within this chamber 40.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2007Publication date: February 21, 2008Inventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 7204370Abstract: A filter assembly includes housing enclosing a replaceable filter element. A support core is provided in the housing, and includes an extension and locking assembly. The element includes a ring of filtration media with a pair of end caps. The first end cap includes a central opening to receive the support core. The extension and locking assembly prevents the cover of the housing from being attached to the housing body without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly includes a bypass member and a locking member, which are in locking engagement when an element is absent in the housing. The second end cap includes internal protrusions which engage the locking member when the filter element is installed to disengage the bypass member from the support core, and allow the element to be inserted and the cover to be installed.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2006Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLCInventors: Michael D. Clausen, Steven R. Knight, Martin C. Maxwell
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Patent number: 7163623Abstract: A filter element removeably located in a housing having a central valve structure. The element has an end cap with a valve actuating portion. The valve actuating portion includes a cylindrical portion and an annular base projecting radially inward from the cylindrical portion. The valve actuating portion includes a plurality of thin, flat keys spaced around the annular base and projecting radially inward from the cylindrical portion and axially outward from the base. The keys engage the valve structure in the housing when the element is installed, and open up a flow passage through the housing.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2006Date of Patent: January 16, 2007Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLCInventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 7086537Abstract: A filter assembly includes housing enclosing a replaceable filter element. A support core is provided in the housing, and includes an extension and locking assembly. The element includes a ring of filtration media with a pair of end caps. The first end cap includes a central opening to receive the support core. The extension and locking assembly prevents the cover of the housing from being attached to the housing body without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly includes a bypass member and a locking member, which are in locking engagement when an element is absent in the housing. The second end cap includes internal protrusions which engage the locking member when the filter element is installed to disengage the bypass member from the support core, and allow the element to be inserted and the cover to be installed.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: August 8, 2006Assignee: Parker-Hannifin CorporationInventors: Martin C. Maxwell, Michael D. Clausen, Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 7070692Abstract: A filter element removably located in a housing having a central valve structure. The element has an end cap with a valve actuating portion. The valve actuating portion includes a cylindrical portion and an annular base projecting radially inward from the cylindrical portion. The valve actuating portion includes a plurality of thin, flat keys spaced around the annular base and projecting radially inward from the cylindrical portion and axially outward from the base. The keys engage the valve structure in the housing when the element is installed, and open up a flow passage through the housing.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2004Date of Patent: July 4, 2006Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLCInventor: Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 6986426Abstract: A filter assembly includes housing enclosing a replaceable filter element. A support core is provided in the housing, and includes an extension and locking assembly. The element includes a ring of filtration media with a pair of end caps. The first end cap includes a central opening to receive the support core. The extension and locking assembly prevents the cover of the housing from being attached to the housing body without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly includes a bypass member and a locking member, which are in locking engagement when an element is absent in the housing. The second end cap includes internal protrusions which engage the locking member when the filter element is installed to disengage the bypass member from the support core, and allow the element to be inserted and the cover to be installed.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2005Date of Patent: January 17, 2006Assignee: Parker Intangibles Inc.Inventors: Michael D. Clausen, Steven R. Knight, Martin C. Maxwell
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Patent number: 6983851Abstract: A filter assembly includes housing enclosing a replaceable filter element. A support core is provided in the housing, and includes an extension and locking assembly. The element includes a ring of filtration media with a pair of end caps. The first end cap includes a central opening to receive the support core. The extension and locking assembly prevents the cover of the housing from being attached to the housing body without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly includes a bypass member and a locking member, which are in locking engagement when an element is absent in the housing. The second end cap includes internal protrusions which engage the locking member when the filter element is installed to disengage the bypass member from the support core, and allow the element to be inserted and the cover to be installed.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2004Date of Patent: January 10, 2006Assignee: Parker Intangibles LLCInventors: Martin C. Maxwell, Michael D. Clausen, Steven R. Knight
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Patent number: 6837993Abstract: A filter assembly includes housing enclosing a replaceable filter element. A support core is provided in the housing, and includes an extension and locking assembly. The element includes a ring of filtration media with a pair of end caps. The first end cap includes a central opening to receive the support core. The extension and locking assembly prevents the cover of the housing from being attached to the housing body without a proper filter element installed. The extension and locking assembly includes a bypass member and a locking member, which are in locking engagement when an element is absent in the housing. The second end cap includes internal protrusions which engage the locking member when the filter element is installed to disengage the bypass member from the support core, and allow the element to be inserted and the cover to be installed.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2003Date of Patent: January 4, 2005Assignee: Parker-Hannifin CorporationInventors: Michael D. Clausen, Steven R. Knight, Martin C. Maxwell
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Patent number: D657594Type: GrantFiled: February 23, 2011Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignee: Crown Seating, LLCInventors: Steven R. Knight, Simon Liao