Patents by Inventor Torbjorn Mollatt
Torbjorn Mollatt 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: 11401792Abstract: A dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2) and system, including a hollow cylinder housing (20) having a longitudinal extension, the cylinder housing (20) having at least a first part and a second part having a first transverse cross sectional area (a1) and a third part having a second transverse cross sectional area (a2) of different size than the first transverse cross sectional area (a1), a rod having a cross sectional area corresponding to the first transverse cross sectional area (a1), the rod further having a protruding portion (30) having a cross sectional area corresponding to the second transverse cross sectional area (a2), and the protruding portion and the third part of the cylinder housing (20) defining a first outer chamber (44?) and a second outer chamber (44?).Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2018Date of Patent: August 2, 2022Assignee: RSM Imagineering ASInventor: Torbjorn Mollatt
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Patent number: 11286920Abstract: Method, and associated system, computer program and use, of controlling working range of a pump bellows, including maximum limitations such as maximum retracting position and maximum extension position of the bellows, the method comprising the steps of: a) reading at least a first position of a bellows (6?, 6?) in a closed hydraulic loop volume using at least one position sensor (12?, 12?), g) transmitting a first position signal representing the first position to a control system, h) wherein the control system, based on the at least first position signal: c1) determines the position of the bellows (6?, 6?) represented by the at least first position signal, c2) compares the position of the bellows (6?, 6?) with a predetermined bellows position operating range, and c3) if the position is outside the predetermined bellows position operating range, instructs an oil management system valve (16?, 16?) allowing a dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2) to recalibrate the hydraulic fluid volume inType: GrantFiled: June 27, 2018Date of Patent: March 29, 2022Assignee: RSM Imagineering ASInventor: Torbjorn Mollatt
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Patent number: 11268502Abstract: The invention relates to pressure transfer device, system comprising the pressure transfer device, a fleet comprising the system and use of a pressure transfer device for pumping fluid at pressures above 500 bars, the pressure transfer device (1?, 1?) comprising a pressure chamber housing (1?, 1?) and at least one connection port (3?, 3?), the at least one connection port (3?, 3?) being connectable to a dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2) via fluid communication means (26?, 27?; 26?, 27?), the pressure chamber housing comprises: - a pressure cavity (4?, 4?) inside the pressure chamber housing, and at least a first port (5?, 5?) for inlet and/or outlet of fluid to the pressure cavity (4?, 4?), - a bellows (6?, 6?) defining an inner volume (7?, 7?) inside the pressure cavity (4?, 4?), and wherein the inner volume (7?, 7?) is in fluid communication with the connection port (3?, 3?), wherein the pressure cavity (4?, 4?) has a center axis (C?, C?) with an axial length (L) defined by the distaType: GrantFiled: June 27, 2018Date of Patent: March 8, 2022Assignee: RSM Imagineering ASInventor: Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20210246894Abstract: Downhole well pump assembly (1) having first and second pump units (7a, 7b) with first and second bellows (31) connected to inlet and outlet check valves. A drive fluid assembly (5) with first and second hydraulic drive lines (9a, 9b) communicates with the bellows. Hydraulic fluid is provided to the first and second hydraulic drive lines. A drive fluid distribution valve (11) is arranged between a drive pump (17) and the drive lines. It has a drive fluid inlet and outlet (113, 115), and first and second drive ports. The distribution valve (11) interchanges between a first mode, where the drive fluid inlet communicates with the first drive port and the drive fluid outlet (115) communicates with the second drive port; and a second mode, wherein the drive fluid inlet communicates with the second drive port, and the drive fluid outlet communicates with the first drive port.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2019Publication date: August 12, 2021Inventor: Torbjørn MOLLATT
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Publication number: 20210140294Abstract: Method, and associated system, computer program and use, of controlling working range of a pump bellows, including maximum limitations such as maximum retracting position and maximum extension position of the bellows, the method comprising the steps of: a) reading at least a first position of a bellows (6?, 6?) in a closed hydraulic loop volume using at least one position sensor (12?, 12?), g) transmitting a first position signal representing the first position to a control system, h) wherein the control system, based on the at least first position signal: c1) determines the position of the bellows (6?, 6?) represented by the at least first position signal, c2) compares the position of the bellows (6?, 6?) with a predetermined bellows position operating range, and c3) if the position is outside the predetermined bellows position operating range, instructs an oil management system valve (16?, 16?) allowing a dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2) to recalibrate the hydraulic fluid volume inType: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2018Publication date: May 13, 2021Inventor: Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20200217186Abstract: The invention relates to a dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2), a system comprising the dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2), a fleet comprising the system, and use of the device, system and fleet.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2018Publication date: July 9, 2020Inventor: Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20200132058Abstract: The invention relates to pressure transfer device, system comprising the pressure transfer device, a fleet comprising the system and use of a pressure transfer device for pumping fluid at pressures above 500 bars, the pressure transfer device (1?, 1?) comprising a pressure chamber housing (1?, 1?) and at least one connection port (3?, 3?), the at least one connection port (3?, 3?) being connectable to a dual acting pressure boosting liquid partition device (2) via fluid communication means (26?, 27; 26?, 27?), the pressure chamber housing comprises: —a pressure cavity (4?, 4?) inside the pressure chamber housing, and at least a first port (5?, 5?) for inlet and/or outlet of fluid to the pressure cavity (4?, 4?), —a bellows (6?, 6?) defining an inner volume (7?, 7?) inside the pressure cavity (4?, 4?), and wherein the inner volume (7?, 7?) is in fluid communication with the connection port (3?, 3?), wherein the pressure cavity (4?, 4?) has a center axis (C?, C?) with an axial length (L) defined by the distanceType: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2018Publication date: April 30, 2020Inventor: Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20150014614Abstract: An apparatus for anchoring a floating off-shore unit or other type of floating vessel, comprising a rotatably mounted chain sprocket wheel (3) having a chain (3a) secured on its outer periphery, The wheel (3) being arranged to be rotated by reciprocating movement of at least two hydraulic cylinders (1, 2). Each of the cylinders (1, 2) is provided with a locking arm (6, 7) for releasably and mechanically engaging a portion of the wheel (3) in order to rotate the wheel (3) during movement of the respective cylinders (1, 2). Also described is a chain stopper comprising at least four blocks (8) that are hinged at their first ends and at their second ends have a surface that is adapted to engage a chain link The blocks (8) are mounted in opposite pairs.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2013Publication date: January 15, 2015Inventors: Torkjell Lisland, Torbjørn Mollatt, Alf Reidar Sandstad
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Patent number: 7833129Abstract: Training apparatus for physical exercise, preventive exercise and rehabilitation of injuries and increased balance, the apparatus designed as a stationary bicycle, similar to ergometer bikes or spinning bikes. The apparatus consist of a first lower stable frame configured to be supported on a floor and a second upper frame tiltable relative to the lower frame. The upper frame has an adjustable tilt movement relative the lower frame crosswise the flywheel's revolving motion. A steering gear is guided through the upper frame where a prolonged part of the steering gear is in contact with the floor, the part having a wheel suspension like design, consisting of barlinks, dampers, springs and wheels. Stabilizing of the upper frame is done by movement of the steering gear.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2010Date of Patent: November 16, 2010Inventors: Ziad Badarneh, Campbell Ellis, Benedict J. M. Hansen, Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20100222183Abstract: Training apparatus for physical exercise, preventive exercise and rehabilitation of injuries and increased balance, the apparatus designed as a stationary bicycle, similar to ergometer bikes or spinning bikes. The apparatus consist of a first lower stable frame configured to be supported on a floor and a second upper frame tiltable relative to the lower frame. The upper frame has an adjustable tilt movement relative the lower frame crosswise the flywheel's revolving motion. A steering gear is guided through the upper frame where a prolonged part of the steering gear is in contact with the floor, the part having a wheel suspension like design, consisting of barlinks, dampers, springs and wheels. Stabilizing of the upper frame is done by movement of the steering gear.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2010Publication date: September 2, 2010Inventors: Ziad Badarneh, Campbell Ellis, Benedict J.M. Hansen, Torbjorn Mollatt
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Patent number: 7682286Abstract: Training apparatus for physical exercise, preventive exercise and rehabilitation of injuries and increased balance, the apparatus designed as a stationary exercise bicycle, similar to ergometer bikes or spinning bikes. The apparatus consist of a first lower stable frame configured to be supported on a floor and a second upper frame tiltable relative to the lower frame. The upper frame has an adjustable tilt movement relative the lower frame crosswise the flywheel's revolving motion. A steering gear is guided through the upper frame where a prolonged part of the steering gear is in contact with the floor, the part having a wheel suspension like design, consisting of barlinks, dampers, springs and wheels. Stabilizing of the upper frame is done by movement of the steering gear.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2004Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Inventors: Ziad Badarneh, Campbell Ellis, Benedict J. M. Hansen, Torbjørn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20070298935Abstract: A crank device comprising foot supports with means for controlling stability and angle relative to the motion. There are linkages for stabilising and keeping a correct angle relative to an apparatus frame during a full rotation. The foot supporting means have also means for adjusting the angle to create a toe-heel tilt. The foot supporting means in form of platforms have optional tilt movement with an adjustable mechanism, the movement transverse the stepping motion, for utilising proprioseptive training and exercise.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2004Publication date: December 27, 2007Applicant: Ziad BadarnehInventors: Ziad Badarneh, Campbell Ellis, Benedict Hansen, Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20070072744Abstract: Training apparatus for physical exercise, preventive exercise and rehabilitation of injuries and increased balance, the apparatus designed as a stationary exercise bicycle, similar to ergometer bikes or spinning bikes. The apparatus consist of a first lower stable frame configured to be supported on a floor and a second upper frame tiltable relative to the lower frame. The upper frame has an adjustable tilt movement relative the lower frame crosswise the flywheel's revolving motion. A steering gear is guided through the upper frame where a prolonged part of the steering gear is in contact with the floor, the part having a wheel suspension like design, consisting of barlinks, dampers, springs and wheels. Stabilizing of the upper frame is done by movement of the steering gear.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2004Publication date: March 29, 2007Applicant: CARL KJELSENSVEI 34Inventors: Ziad Badarneh, Campbell Ellis, Benedict Hansen, Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20070028717Abstract: A pedal device for rotatable attachment to a crank arm, wherein the pedal has a pedal body with engagement sides which each have a bracket adapted for possible engagement with a functional part designed for cooperation with a user's foot. One of the engagement sides of the pedal body has a first bracket adapted to a fastening piece for the functional part for use during the performance of conventional training exercise. The opposite engagement side of the pedal body has a second bracket adapted to said fastening piece for the functional part for limited tiltability about an axis that extends transverse to the longitudinal axis of the pedal shaft. The functional part may be a shoe or a foot engagement part, e.g., a foot plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2004Publication date: February 8, 2007Applicant: Flexiped ASInventors: Ziad Badarneh, Benedict Hansen, Torbjorn Mollatt
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Publication number: 20060172862Abstract: A physical exercise apparatus equipped with upwardly and downwardly movable bars on which footrest platforms are mounted, and having grip poles that are fixed or movable as part of an exercise, wherein the platforms are tiltable to both sides transverse to an axis that extends along the length of the bars. The platforms each have a tilting mechanism that is steplessly or stepwise adjustable from a locked position to a tilting function state, and the platforms have a means for engagement with a guide track and/or articulated arms that are fastened to the fitness apparatus frame, whereby the platform is cause to be slidably guidable along the bars, and that the movement is a function of the vertical movement of the bars.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2004Publication date: August 3, 2006Applicant: Flexiped ASInventors: Ziad Badarneh, Benedict Hansen, Torbjorn Mollatt