Patents by Inventor Thomas Moulton

Thomas Moulton 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: 12120434
    Abstract: A sky sensor device for measuring direct normal illuminance (DNE) value is described. One method controls a camera sensor to capture a series of exposure-bracketed images having a first dynamic range and generate an image from the series of exposure-bracketed images, the image having a second dynamic range higher than the first dynamic range. The method controls an illuminance sensor to measure a global illuminance value. The method determines a global horizontal diffuse value based on at least the image. The method determines a direct normal illuminance (DNE) value using the global illuminance value and the global horizontal diffuse value.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2023
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2024
    Assignee: Halio, Inc.
    Inventors: Christian Humann, Walter Thomas Barnum, John B. Bogdan, Robert Don Bruhn, Andrew McNiel, Michael Scott Moulton, Benjamin Nagel
  • Patent number: 11529485
    Abstract: A flexible positive airway pressure (PAP) mask body, frame, and cushion are described. The mask body includes prongs that insert through and act upon apertures of the mask frame to connect the mask frame to the mask body. An airtight seal may be created between the mask body and the mask frame by a ball and socket connector, of the mask frame, having an elongated portion that extends through and has an outer perimeter commensurate with an aperture located in the mask body. The mask body may be configured with elongated portions that extend from the mask body chamber and to ends of eye sockets of the user. Headgear may couple to end portions of the mask frame corresponding to the elongated portions of the mask body. When pulling pressure by the headgear, additional contact is created between elongated portions of the mask cushion and the user's face.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: Sleepnet Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Gong, Jerry Gong, Robert Skaff, Thomas Moulton
  • Publication number: 20220395659
    Abstract: A flexible positive airway pressure (PAP) mask body, frame, and cushion are described. The mask body includes prongs that insert through and act upon apertures of the mask frame to connect the mask frame to the mask body. An airtight seal may be created between the mask body and the mask frame by a ball and socket connector, of the mask frame, having an elongated portion that extends through and has an outer perimeter commensurate with an aperture located in the mask body. The mask body may be configured with elongated portions that extend from the mask body chamber and to ends of eye sockets of the user. Headgear may couple to end portions of the mask frame corresponding to the elongated portions of the mask body. When pulling pressure by the headgear, additional contact is created between elongated portions of the mask cushion and the user's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2021
    Publication date: December 15, 2022
    Inventors: Mark Gong, Jerry Gong, Robert Skaff, Thomas Moulton
  • Publication number: 20220395662
    Abstract: A flexible positive airway pressure (PAP) mask body, frame, and cushion are described. The mask body includes prongs that insert through and act upon apertures of the mask frame to connect the mask frame to the mask body. An airtight seal may be created between the mask body and the mask frame by a ball and socket connector, of the mask frame, having an elongated portion that extends through and has an outer perimeter commensurate with an aperture located in the mask body. The mask body may be configured with elongated portions that extend from the mask body chamber and to ends of eye sockets of the user. Headgear may couple to end portions of the mask frame corresponding to the elongated portions of the mask body. When pulling pressure by the headgear, additional contact is created between elongated portions of the mask cushion and the user's face.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2022
    Publication date: December 15, 2022
    Applicant: Sleepnet Corporation
    Inventors: Mark Gong, Jerry Gong, Robert Skaff, Thomas Moulton
  • Patent number: 10698379
    Abstract: A device that provides for the non-invasive data monitoring of analog IO of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system is described. The output is ultimately presented to a user audibly and/or visually on an interface in real-time and is measured directly from the IO channel. This type of device allows the accurate reading and analysis of errors and erroneous data within a device and transmission of said data to disparate secondary devices for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: FACTS Engineering, LLC
    Inventors: David R Walker, Thomas A Moulton, Goran Igic
  • Publication number: 20190064241
    Abstract: A container is disclosed which may be used with fluids sensitive to light of one or more known wavelengths. The container may be formed of a thermochromic material or including a thermochromic coating. The properties of the thermochromic material or coating may be selected so as to be transparent to light of the wavelength to which the fluid is sensitive at a first temperature and to be opaque to that wavelength of light at a second temperature. While a technician is handling the container, the container is controlled to be at the first temperature. When the technician is finished, the container is controlled to move to the second temperature to protect the fluid within the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2017
    Publication date: February 28, 2019
    Applicant: Labcon, North America
    Inventors: Thomas Moulton, Scott Weitze
  • Publication number: 20190025791
    Abstract: A device that provides for the non-invasive data monitoring of analog IO of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system is described. The output is ultimately presented to a user audibly and/or visually on an interface in real-time and is measured directly from the IO channel. This type of device allows the accurate reading and analysis of errors and erroneous data within a device and transmission of said data to disparate secondary devices for use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2018
    Publication date: January 24, 2019
    Inventors: David R. Walker, Thomas A. Moulton, Goran Igic
  • Patent number: 10082782
    Abstract: A device that provides for the non-invasive data monitoring of analog IO of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system. The output is ultimately displayed on an interface in real-time and is measured directly from the IO channel. This type of device allows the accurate reading and analysis of errors and erroneous data within a device and transmission of said data to disparate secondary devices for use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2018
    Assignee: FACTS Engineering, LLC
    Inventors: David R. Walker, Goran Igic, Thomas A. Moulton, David A. White
  • Patent number: 8540476
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to a system for storing and/or transporting platforms of pipette tips. The system includes packaging in which a stacked tower of platforms may be transported. Embodiments of the present invention further include a loader for transferring platforms from the packaging to a rack for holding pipette tip platforms. The loader transfers the platforms by accessing the uppermost platform in the stack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2013
    Assignee: Labcon, North America
    Inventor: Thomas Moulton
  • Publication number: 20090179662
    Abstract: A system for monitoring the power output levels for each photovoltaic module of a solar array. The system connects individual photovoltaic module with its own voltage level sensing circuit, where the power output data is transferred through wired and wireless means to be efficiently analyzed. In addition to isolating high voltage DC power for safer information, the system enables technicians to quickly ascertain the productivity levels, potential problems, solutions and exact locations relating to each specific photovoltaic module within a solar array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2008
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Inventors: Thomas A. Moulton, Eric Wilhelmson
  • Publication number: 20090092520
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to a system for storing and/or transporting platforms of pipette tips. The system includes packaging in which a stacked tower of platforms may be transported. Embodiments of the present invention further include a loader for transferring platforms from the packaging to a rack for holding pipette tip platforms. The loader transfers the platforms by accessing the uppermost platform in the stack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 8, 2007
    Publication date: April 9, 2009
    Inventor: Thomas Moulton
  • Publication number: 20090064026
    Abstract: A device that provides for the non-invasive data monitoring of analog IO of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) system. The output is ultimately displayed on an interface in real-time and is measured directly from the IO channel. This type of device allows the accurate reading and analysis of errors and erroneous data within a device and transmission of said data to disparate secondary devices for use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Publication date: March 5, 2009
    Inventors: David R. Walker, Goran Igic, Thomas A. Moulton, David A. White
  • Patent number: 7114740
    Abstract: A slide rail assembly for providing adjustable positions for fifth wheel hitches including a slide rail having feet extending downward from the underside of the slide rail, adjacent feet being separated by a detent for receiving a slide locking mechanism, each of the feet having a recesses located at the bottom inside corner of each foot, respecting the assembly. The slide rail also comprises teeth with gaps therebetween, where the gaps are vertically aligned with the recesses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 3, 2006
    Assignee: Fontaine International
    Inventors: Steven William Mann, Michael Shane Wolfe, H. Thomas Moulton
  • Patent number: 6063282
    Abstract: A filtration apparatus for extracting particles from a fluid sample is provided. The filtration apparatus comprises a filtration well plate which forms one or more filtration wells. Each filtration well has a proximal chamber into which the fluid sample may be deposited and a distal channel into which a filter is fitted. Each filter comprises a plurality of vertically oriented cylindrical micro fibers defining a set of vertically oriented linear pores. Upon application of a sufficient downward force to the fluid sample, the fluid sample is driven into the filter and the particles are expelled from a lower end of the filter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Assignee: LABCON, North America
    Inventor: Thomas Moulton
  • Patent number: 5988665
    Abstract: A novel interconnection of the jaw, wedge and operating handle in a fifth wheel facilitates the provision of a secondary locking mechanism which further insures the security of the system. In the invention, the jaw is connected to the operating handle by a pivoting timing lever which pivots off a pin on the jaw such that the jaw remains engaged with the fifth wheel until the wedge is substantially removed from engagement with the jaw. In cooperation with the primary locking mechanism, a secondary lock is provided at the end of the operating handle such that a pin arrangement engages a stop on the fifth wheel assembly until positively released by the operator.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 23, 1999
    Assignee: Fontaine Fifth Wheel Co.
    Inventors: Jeff M. Terry, Linsey E. Brown, Howard Thomas Moulton
  • Patent number: 5765849
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a bracket assembly for connecting a trailer to a truck. The bracket assembly includes a base, upright support assemblies, a top plate carried on the support assemblies, a unique reinforced bushing for distributing shearing forces through the assembly is positioned in the support assemblies with the top plate, upright support assemblies and bushing interconnected by bracket pins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 16, 1998
    Assignee: Fontaine Fifth Wheel Co.
    Inventors: Howard Thomas Moulton, Jeff Marcus Terry
  • Patent number: 5641174
    Abstract: A interconnection of the jaw, wedge and operating handle in a fifth wheel facilitates the provision of an indicator on a secondary locking mechanism which further insures the security of the system. In the invention, the jaw is connected to the operating handle by a pivoting timing lever which pivots off a pin on the jaw such that the jaw remains engaged with the fifth wheel until the wedge is substantially removed from engagement with the jaw. In cooperation with the primary locking mechanism, a secondary lock is provided at the end of the operating handle such that a pawl arrangement engages a stop on the fifth wheel assembly until positively released by the operator. The pawl arrangement further has a mechanical indicator which extends beyond the fifth wheel assembly and allows the operator to determine whether the king pin is engaged and the secondary lock is activated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 24, 1997
    Assignee: Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company
    Inventors: Jeff M. Terry, Dennis E. Greer, Hollis L. Cahela, Sr., Howard Thomas Moulton