Patents by Inventor Timothy Andrew Gallagher

Timothy Andrew Gallagher 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: 10938237
    Abstract: A Direct Connect Homegrid (DC-Homegrid) system for Direct Current (DC) power control and delivery into a structure by way of Unifying Electrical Interface (UEI) platforms is here presented. By means of the Homegrid, multiple self-contained approaches are introduced to keep a structure powered with DC, either as a substitute or as a supplement to the conventional Alternating Current (AC) source. By the illustrated approaches contained herein, a new methodology permitting to retain power operation in the occurrence of a blackout, due to natural disaster, cyber-attack or any other conventional AC grid failure, is revealed. Such DC-Homegrid is envisioned to become the precursor in establishing the DC infrastructure of the future. The embodiments presented in this patent illustrate alternate methods for achieving power independence while increasing the value for adoption of renewable and sustainable energy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Inventors: Ambroise Prinstil, Timothy Andrew Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20200303951
    Abstract: A Direct Connect Homegrid (DC-Homegrid) system for Direct Current (DC) power control and delivery into a structure by way of Unifying Electrical Interface (UEI) platforms is here presented. By means of the Homegrid, multiple self-contained approaches are introduced to keep a structure powered with DC, either as a substitute or as a supplement to the conventional Alternating Current (AC) source. By the illustrated approaches contained herein, a new methodology permitting to retain power operation in the occurrence of a blackout, due to natural disaster, cyber-attack or any other conventional AC grid failure, is revealed. Such DC-Homegrid is envisioned to become the precursor in establishing the DC infrastructure of the future. The embodiments presented in this patent illustrate alternate methods for achieving power independence while increasing the value for adoption of renewable and sustainable energy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Inventors: Ambroise Prinstil, Timothy Andrew Gallagher
  • Patent number: 10243368
    Abstract: The disclosed Unifying Electrical Interface presents a versatile connectivity platform having the merging capabilities permitting more than a singular voltage, level or type to be made available from an electrical outlet. When wired fully, the choice of AC and/or DC made available to the consumer is broadened. Direct Current (DC) provided via the UEI would originate from a locally based DC source access point obviating the need to use wall chargers or power supplies that wastefully consume energy even when in standby mode. By this approach, the UEI based system extends an avenue for renewable energy technology to be made readily available in a building; while offering a synergistic advantage for the end user, the energy provider and the environment by reducing energy waste. That power conservation and accessibility will result in greater choice and savings for the consumer and will reduce the need for excess production from electric providers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2019
    Inventors: Ambroise Prinstil, Kenneth Louis Martz, Timothy Andrew Gallagher
  • Publication number: 20170250511
    Abstract: The disclosed Unifying Electrical Interface presents a versatile connectivity platform having the merging capabilities permitting more than a singular voltage, level or type to be made available from an electrical outlet. When wired fully, the choice of AC and/or DC made available to the consumer is broadened. Direct Current (DC) provided via the UEI would originate from a locally based DC source access point obviating the need to use wall chargers or power supplies that wastefully consume energy even when in standby mode. By this approach, the UEI based system extends an avenue for renewable energy technology to he made readily available in a building; while offering a synergistic advantage for the end user, the energy provider and the environment by reducing energy waste. That power conservation and accessibility will result in greater choice and savings for the consumer and will reduce the need for excess production from electric providers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2017
    Publication date: August 31, 2017
    Inventors: Ambroise Prinstil, Kenneth Louis Martz, Timothy Andrew Gallagher