Patents by Inventor Tom Clark
Tom Clark 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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Publication number: 20240287642Abstract: The present application provides a process comprising: i) providing a body of metal ore, ii) contacting the body of metal ore with a microbial lixiviant comprising one or more populations of microorganisms, iii) measuring at least one parameter indicative of function of the one or more populations of microorganisms, and iv) adjusting one or more process variables in response to the measured parameter.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2023Publication date: August 29, 2024Inventors: Stephan Christel, Tom Clark, Marny Reakes, Jayme Feyhl-Buska, Jillian Ayers, Colbey Denvin
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Patent number: 10238195Abstract: A luggage apparatus is described. The luggage apparatus comprises a body portion and a stabilizing mechanism, the stabilizing mechanism being movable with respect to the body portion from a stowed position to a deployed position. With the stabilizing mechanism in the deployed position, the body portion can be tilted from an upright position to an inclined position, in the inclined position the stabilizing mechanism at least partially supporting the body portion.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2015Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Inventors: Tamar Clarke, Tom Clarke
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Patent number: 10212999Abstract: A luggage apparatus is described. The luggage apparatus comprises an apparatus body having a moveable portion and a fixed portion, the moveable portion being movable with respect to the fixed portion between a deployed position and a stowed position. In the deployed position, a moveable portion surface and a fixed portion surface are arranged to define a seat for a child and in the stowed position, the moveable and fixed portion surfaces are substantially contained within the luggage apparatus body.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 2013Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Inventors: Tamar Clarke, Tom Clarke
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Publication number: 20150075933Abstract: A luggage apparatus is described. The luggage apparatus comprises an apparatus body having a moveable portion and a fixed portion, the moveable portion being movable with respect to the fixed portion between a deployed position and a stowed position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2013Publication date: March 19, 2015Inventors: Tamar Clarke, Tom Clarke
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Patent number: 8052746Abstract: The present invention relates to a balloon expandable stent mounted on a balloon catheter, the entire assembly being overcoated with a coherent polymer coating, which is preferably substantially continuous over the circumference and, more preferably, axial length of the stem on the balloon. The polymer coating improves retention of the stent on the balloon during delivery and does not adversely effect the deployment characteristics, nor the balloon failure characteristics. The product is made by mounting the stent on the balloon and coating the assembly with a liquid coating composition containing a suitable polymer followed by curing of the coating. The polymer is biocompatible and preferably crosslinkable in the coating composition, and crosslinked in the final product. A suitable polymer is formed from monomers including a zwitterionic, preferably a phosphoryl choline, group, and monomers including a trialkoxysilyl group.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2007Date of Patent: November 8, 2011Assignee: Biocompatibles LimitedInventors: Peter William Stratford, Alistair Stewart Taylor, Vincent James O'Byrne, John Tom Clarke, Denis Dominic Healy
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Patent number: 7810789Abstract: The present invention comprises a generally rectangular base with two longitudinal containment lips and two semi-arcuate lips on the front and rear for the containment and display of motorcycles or similar vehicles. The apparatus is uniquely suited to hold and display motorcycles or similar vehicles in an aesthetically pleasing manner while also containing and fluid leaks or spillage that may occur during the storage or display. A pair of adjustable stands holding the vehicle. Each stand can be selectively raised and fixed in a vertical position and adjusted to hold the vehicle. The stands can be lowered to the surface when not in use or removed.Type: GrantFiled: January 24, 2008Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Inventor: Tom Clark
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Patent number: 7794775Abstract: The present invention relate to a balloon expandable stent mounted on a balloon catheter, the entire assembly being overcoated with a coherent polymer coating, which is preferably substantially continuous over the circumference and, more preferably, axial length of the stent on the balloon. The polymer coating improves retention of the stent on the balloon during delivery and does not adversely effect the deployment characteristics, nor the balloon failure characteristics. The product is made by mounting the stent on the balloon and coating the assembly with a liquid coating composition containing a suitable polymer followed by curing of the coating. The polymer is biocompatible and preferably crosslinkable in the coating composition, and crosslinked in the final product. A suitable polymer is formed from monomers including a zwitterionic, preferably a phosphoryl choline, group, and monomers including a trialkoxysilyl group.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2005Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Assignee: Biocompatibles LimitedInventors: Peter William Stratford, Alistair Stewart Taylor, Vincent James O'Byrne, John Tom Clarke, Denis Dominic Healy
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Patent number: 7306625Abstract: The present invention relates to a balloon expandable stent mounted on a balloon catheter, the entire assembly being overcoated with a coherent polymer coating, which is preferably substantially continuous over the circumference and, more preferably, axial length of the stent on the balloon. The polymer coating improves retention of the stent on the balloon during delivery and does not adversely effect the deployment characteristics, nor the balloon failure characteristics. The product is made by mounting the stent on the balloon and coating the assembly with a liquid coating composition containing a suitable polymer followed by curing of the coating. The polymer is biocompatible and preferably crosslinkable in the coating composition, and crosslinked in the final product. A suitable polymer is formed from monomers including a zwitterionic, preferably a phosphoryl choline, group, and monomers including a trialkoxysilyl group.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2000Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Peter William Stratford, Alistair Stewart Taylor, Vincent James O'Byrne, John Tom Clarke, Denis Dominic Healy
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Patent number: 7168948Abstract: A candle topper fits onto containerized candles, such as scented candles within a cylindrical apothecary jar, not only serving to enhance efficient combustion and add a decorative finish thereto, but also directing exhaust gases as a convective motive force to spin a fan. Thereby, hanging ornaments enhance the entertaining value of the candle topper.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2004Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: Soy Basics LLCInventors: James Richard Swearingen, Tom Clark
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Patent number: 6984105Abstract: Vane actuating apparatus for adjusting the angle of incidence of a set of variable angle vanes in a gas turbine engine comprises a plurality of vane actuator levers attached at one end to a respective vane and at the other end to an actuation arrangement for moving the vanes in unison. Each lever has an interlocking connection arrangement for pivotally connecting the lever with respect to its respective vane in such a way that the lever is capable of being attached and detached from the vane at a first angular position, and retained in interlocking engagement for pivotal movement at a second angular position or range of positions.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2004Date of Patent: January 10, 2006Assignee: Rolls-Royce PLCInventors: Tom Clark, Gareth Holland, Paul Mansi, Christopher Todd
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Publication number: 20050130054Abstract: Disclosed are wax based inks for phase change/hot melt inkjet printing or thermal transfer printing applications. Also disclosed are waxes useful for toners for use in electrostatographic printing applications. Both materials are prepared using a wax having a narrow melting range. The narrow melting range of the wax reduces energy requirements in printing applications. The use of the waxes also promotes release for high speed printing and especially promotes fast drying in wax based ink applications.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2004Publication date: June 16, 2005Applicant: Baker Hughes IncorporatedInventors: Xiaoying Yuan, Paul Hanna, John Shelley, William Cottom, David Truong, Tom Clark
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Publication number: 20050106361Abstract: The present invention comprises a generally rectangular base with two longitudinal containment lips and two semi-arcuate lips on the front and rear for the containment and display of motorcycles or similar vehicles. The apparatus is uniquely suited to hold and display motorcycles or similar vehicles in an aesthetically pleasing manner while also containing and fluid leaks or spillage that may occur during the storage or display.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2004Publication date: May 19, 2005Inventor: Tom Clark
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Publication number: 20040265760Abstract: A candle topper fits onto containerized candles, such as scented candles within a cylindrical apothecary jar, not only serving to enhance efficient combustion and add a decorative finish thereto, but also directing exhaust gases as a convective motive force to spin a fan. Thereby, hanging ornaments enhance the entertaining value of the candle topper.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2004Publication date: December 30, 2004Applicant: Soy Basics, LLCInventors: James Richard Swearingen, Tom Clark
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Publication number: 20040238667Abstract: A yarn unwinding device is disclosed that consist of a base having a central raised portion there that has an upstanding central rod embedded therein. A hollow crochet spindle is rotatably received over the upstanding rod. The crochet needle has a pointed top and has a circular flange located at the bottom. In addition, there is a wider circular washer received over the needle and rests on the bottom flange. A skein of wound yarn is received over the top of the needle and rests on the circular washer at the bottom of the needle. The yarn is withdrawn laterally from the skein with only a limited resistance while unwinding during the process of knitting, embroidering or crocheting.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2003Publication date: December 2, 2004Inventor: Tom Clark
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Publication number: 20040202537Abstract: Vane actuating apparatus for adjusting the angle of incidence of a set of variable angle vanes in a gas turbine engine comprises a plurality of vane actuator levers attached at one end to a respective vane and at the other end to actuation means for moving the vanes in unison. Each lever has an interlocking connection means for pivotally connecting the lever with respect to its respective vane in such a way that the lever is capable of being attached and detached from the vane at a first angular position, and retained in interlocking engagement for pivotal movement at a second angular position or range of positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2004Publication date: October 14, 2004Applicant: ROLLS-ROYCE plcInventors: Tom Clark, Gareth Holland, Paul Mansi, Christopher Todd
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Patent number: 6607805Abstract: The invention is a rubber or plastic mat with four sidewalls for collecting the grease drippings from a conventional barbecue grill. The mat is placed on the ground and the grill is simply rolled onto the mat. Specially shaped grease barriers allow the wheels of the grill to be rolled over them to place the grill over the center of the mat.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 1999Date of Patent: August 19, 2003Inventor: Tom Clark
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Patent number: 5649874Abstract: A transparent sphere comprised of a hardened polymeric resin has an insert provided therein. The sphere is prepared such that there is no air gap between the polymeric resin and the insert. The insert is sized to provide an apparent size of the insert which appears to be substantially the same as the diameter of the sphere and to maintain the structural integrity of the sphere under normal conditions of use of the sphere.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 1996Date of Patent: July 22, 1997Assignee: Marble Vision Inc.Inventors: Stephen J. Headford, Ilse Treurnicht, Tony Redpath, Tom Clarke
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Patent number: 5095761Abstract: A Coriolis-type mass flow meter for use in sanitary applications. A pair of sensing tubes have their ends rigidly mounted within bores formed within identical inlet and outlet fixtures. The ends of the tubes fit snugly within the bores and are ends brought out flush with the ends of the bores. The flush ends of the tubes are secured to the bores by means of welding. An annular flange is formed about the flush tube ends of the inlet and outlet fixtures to allow easy assembly and removal of the mass flow meter from its associated fluid flow pipeline or conduit. The inlet and outlet fixtures and tubes preferably are formed from a non-reactive, weldable material such as stainless steel. The mounting arrangement of the tubes within the bores of the inlet and outlet fixtures makes it easy to secure the tube ends to the fixtures by means of welding in a readily accessible location.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 1990Date of Patent: March 17, 1992Assignee: Schlumberger Industries, Inc.Inventors: Gregory J. Nortz, W. Tom Clark
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Patent number: D483224Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2002Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Inventor: Tom Clark
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Patent number: D809301Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2016Date of Patent: February 6, 2018Inventors: Tamar Clarke, Tom Clarke