Patents by Inventor Steven T. Rice

Steven T. Rice 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: 20120206155
    Abstract: A system for measuring parameters in a container is disclosed. A container has a solution. A protective layer is deposited over at least one sensor and at least one wall of the container, where the protective layer is attached to the wall of the container to form a seal between the container and the at least one sensor. The at least one sensor is configured to have an operable electromagnetic field based on a thickness of the container and the protective layer. The at least one sensor in conjunction with a tag is in proximity to an impedance analyzer and a reader that constitute a measurement device. The at least one sensor is configured to determine at least one parameter of the solution. The tag is configured to provide a digital ID associated with the at least one sensor, where the container is in proximity to the reader and an impedance analyzer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2012
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: GE HEALTHCARE BIO-SCIENCES CORP.
    Inventors: Hua Wang, Radislav A. Potyrailo, Steven T. Rice, Vincent F. Pizzi
  • Publication number: 20100021993
    Abstract: A system for measuring parameters in a container is disclosed. A container has a solution. A protective layer is deposited over at least one sensor and at least one wall of the container, where the protective layer is attached to the wall of the container to form a seal between the container and the at least one sensor. The at least one sensor is configured to have an operable electromagnetic field based on a thickness of the container and the protective layer. The at least one sensor in conjunction with a tag is in proximity to an impedance analyzer and a reader that constitute a measurement device. The at least one sensor is configured to determine at least one parameter of the solution. The tag is configured to provide a digital ID associated with the at least one sensor, where the container is in proximity to the reader and an impedance analyzer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2007
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Applicant: GE HEALTHCARE BIO-SCIENCES CORP.
    Inventors: Hua Wang, Radislav A. Potyrailo, Steven T. Rice, Vincent F. Pizzi
  • Patent number: 5612401
    Abstract: Improved compositions are provided which comprise a poly(phenylene ether) resin, a poly(arylene sulfide) resin, a polyester resin, and a compatibilizer compound. The compositions can further comprise functionalizing agents, impact modifiers, flame retardants, and reinforcing fillers to provide compositions that exhibit improved tensile strength and elongation characteristics. Articles molded from these compositions are useful in the electrical connector industry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 18, 1997
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Sterling B. Brown, Kevin H. Dai, Chorng-Fure R. Hwang, Steven T. Rice, James J. Scobbo, Jr., John B. Yates
  • Patent number: 5539062
    Abstract: Compositions are provided for comprising a compatibilizing PPE and a naphthalate-type polyester resin wherein the compositions have a drop in the elastic modulus occurring at least about 15.degree. C. higher than the corresponding blend wherein the polyester does not contain a substantial portion of naphthalate moieties. The compositions can further comprise impact modifiers, reinforcing agents, fillers, stabilizers, antistatic agents, plasticizers, lubricants, and other additives to provide compositions with enhanced physical properties. Articles molded from these compositions are useful in the automotive industry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 23, 1996
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Sterling B. Brown, Chorng-Fure R. Hwang, Steven T. Rice, James J. Scobbo, Jr., John B. Yates
  • Patent number: 5504165
    Abstract: Thermoplastic resin compositions comprising in admixture a poly(phenylene ether) resin and a poly(arylene sulfide) resin are provided. The poly(phenylene ether) resin comprises an ortho ester moiety which enhances the compatibility and mechanical properties of the composition. The compositions may optionally comprise impact modifiers and other additives. The compositions are useful for making molded articles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 2, 1996
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Sterling B. Brown, Chorng-Fure R. Hwang, Farid F. Khouri, Steven T. Rice, James J. Scobbo, Jr., John B. Yates, III
  • Patent number: 5300812
    Abstract: A plasticized polyetherimide, such as a blend of polyetherimide and a pentaerythritol tetrabenzoate ester, has been found useful as a low temperature laminating adhesive for making high density interconnect circuit arrays.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 1992
    Date of Patent: April 5, 1994
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: John H. Lupinski, Theresa A. Sitnik, Thomas B. Gorczyca, Steven T. Rice, Herbert S. Cole
  • Patent number: 4808674
    Abstract: Aryl ester-grafter polyphenylene ethers are prepared by heating a polyphenylene ether with an olefinic aryl ester, usually an unsubstituted or substituted phenyl acrylate. The products react with lactams such as .epsilon.-caprolactam in the presence of lactam polymerization catalysts to produce phenylene ether-amide copolymers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 1987
    Date of Patent: February 28, 1989
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Bruce C. Johnson, Thomas W. Hovatter, Steven T. Rice, Herbert S. Chao
  • Patent number: 4609705
    Abstract: A molding composition is provided comprising aromatic vinyl ether and maleimide. The cured composition exhibits high heat distortion temperatures and is easily processed into finished products with or without a catalyst.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 1985
    Date of Patent: September 2, 1986
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: James V. Crivello, Steven T. Rice