Patents by Inventor Vandette B. Carter

Vandette B. Carter 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: 11946270
    Abstract: A stand-alone toilet system is powered by photovoltaic cells to operate a dehumidifier from which water is extracted from the atmosphere by dehumidification and used for flushing; an electronic compressor is situated in the toilet tank to compress air which is used with water in the flush cycle; a motorized or hydraulic hinge is utilized to open and close a toilet cover automatically which can be locked in place by an electromagnet securing mechanism to create an airtight seal in the closed position; a heating element and a UV lamp are situated inside the “treatment facility” of the toilet system to evaporate liquid and sanitize waste content therein respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2024
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Publication number: 20220347529
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2022
    Publication date: November 3, 2022
    Applicant: SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD.
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Publication number: 20220337088
    Abstract: A vehicle recharging system using as least one electromagnet situated in a subterranean manner, to act upon another solenoid situated within a vehicle, to generate electricity by induction for that vehicle, while it is in motion or at rest. In another embodiment the subterranean solenoid magnetic flux is made to rotate a series of circumferentially arranged magnets, so as to actuate a generator connected thereto by a shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2021
    Publication date: October 20, 2022
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Patent number: 11413509
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Assignee: SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD.
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Patent number: 11302840
    Abstract: Solar cells efficiency is improved, in a first approach, wherein the anode's “top contact” is relocated to the middle of a three-layer solar cell wafer, permitting maximum sunlight photons to excite free electrons in the anode and p-n junction, without causing obstruction or reflection of sunlight therein. In another embodiment, a rechargeable battery of at least 0.1 v is used, to create forward biasing of electrons in a solar cell, having an impurity level that is less than 99.999999%. The anode and cathode of a silicon base solar cell is doped with more than one element, other than phosphorous and boron, to increase its performance and decrease its manufacturing cost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2022
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Publication number: 20220040360
    Abstract: A personal protective wearable air sterilizing apparatus is comprised of a series of looped internal conduits, designed in such a way to allow total internal reflection of UV light, and the simultaneous sterilization of atmospheric air. The apparatus has oxygen generator using electrolysis of water and neutralizes hydrogen gas derived from the process to an inert compound such as hydrogen peroxide; or reuses the hydrogen to generate electricity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2021
    Publication date: February 10, 2022
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Patent number: 11116679
    Abstract: A device in the shape of an arc, having a curvature of ideally 180 degrees and 12 inches or less width, can be comprised of one or more parts, engineered in such a way to facilitate the effortless turning and positioning of a bedbound patient—who is otherwise unable to maneuver or turn under his or her own strength when positioned within the arc. The arc is equipped with adjustable levers and harnesses so as to secure the patient within and prevent the device from moving when movement is not required. The device is configured with mechanical means to facilitate turning of the patient when required.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2021
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Publication number: 20210252349
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2021
    Publication date: August 19, 2021
    Applicant: SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD.
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Patent number: 11052294
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2021
    Assignee: SUMITOMO RUBBER INDUSTRIES, LTD.
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Patent number: 11038401
    Abstract: A wheel having a tire, rim and for connection to an axle, contains a hollow circumferential solenoid tube, oriented in the same plane as the wheel, around the rim, with at least one permanent magnet situated within the hollow solenoid tube. The solenoid's wires are connected to a built-in battery which can situated inside of the wheel or the vehicle to store electricity for later use. The current generated may also be connected to transfer the electricity from the wheel-generator, to an external load, via a wire or wireless means; performed while the wheel is in motion or at rest.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2021
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Publication number: 20210108401
    Abstract: A stand-alone toilet system is powered by photovoltaic cells to operate a dehumidifier from which water is extracted from the atmosphere by dehumidification and used for flushing; an electronic compressor is situated in the toilet tank to compress air which is used with water in the flush cycle; a motorized or hydraulic hinge is utilized to open and close a toilet cover automatically which can be locked in place by electromagnet means to create an airtight seal in the closed position; a heating element and a UV lamp are situated inside the “treatment facility” of the toilet system to evaporate liquid and sanitize waste content therein respectively.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2020
    Publication date: April 15, 2021
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Patent number: 10843053
    Abstract: A golf club comprising a head having a series of tracks within a cartridge that's removable from the inside of the club head, which forms a three-dimensional pattern; a plurality of weights for positioning along the channels of the cartridge, and a mechanism for securing the weights at arbitrary positions along the channels within the cartridge, so as to customize at least one of center of gravity and moment of inertia from the crown or sole of the club head. The channels can all interconnect with one another to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The golf club can further have an articulating cover for at least a portion of the surface, the cover being for covering and concealing the cartridge situated within the club head and the weights therein, positioned along the channels thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Publication number: 20200261776
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2020
    Publication date: August 20, 2020
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Publication number: 20200135954
    Abstract: Solar cells efficiency is improved, in a first approach, wherein the anode's “top contact” is relocated to the middle of a three-layer solar cell wafer, permitting maximum sunlight photons to excite free electrons in the anode and p-n junction, without causing obstruction or reflection of sunlight therein. In another embodiment, a rechargeable battery of at least 0.1v is used, to create forward biasing of electrons in a solar cell, having an impurity level that is less than 99.999999%. The anode and cathode of a silicon base solar cell is doped with more than one element, other than phosphorous and boron, to increase its performance and decrease its manufacturing cost.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2019
    Publication date: April 30, 2020
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Patent number: 10543406
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2020
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter
  • Publication number: 20190175428
    Abstract: A device in the shape of an arc, having a curvature of ideally 180 degrees and 12 inches or less width, can be comprised of one or more parts, engineered in such a way to facilitate the effortless turning and positioning of a bedbound patient—who is otherwise unable to maneuver or turn under his or her own strength when positioned within the arc. The arc is equipped with adjustable levers and harnesses so as to secure the patient within and prevent the device from moving when movement is not required. The device is configured with mechanical means to facilitate turning of the patient when required.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2018
    Publication date: June 13, 2019
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Publication number: 20190157944
    Abstract: A wheel having a tire, rim and for connection to an axle, contains a hollow circumferential solenoid tube, oriented in the same plane as the wheel, around the rim, with at least one permanent magnet situated within the hollow solenoid tube. The solenoid's wires are connected to a built-in battery which can situated inside of the wheel or the vehicle to store electricity for later use. The current generated may also be connected to transfer the electricity from the wheel-generator, to an external load, via a wire or wireless means; performed while the wheel is in motion or at rest.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2018
    Publication date: May 23, 2019
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Publication number: 20190105544
    Abstract: A golf club comprising a head having a series of tracks within a cartridge that's removable from the inside of the club head, which forms a three-dimensional pattern; a plurality of weights for positioning along the channels of the cartridge, and a mechanism for securing the weights at arbitrary positions along the channels within the cartridge, so as to customize at least one of center of gravity and moment of inertia from the crown or sole of the club head. The channels can all interconnect with one another to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The golf club can further have an articulating cover for at least a portion of the surface, the cover being for covering and concealing the cartridge situated within the club head and the weights therein, positioned along the channels thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2018
    Publication date: April 11, 2019
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Publication number: 20170304690
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2017
    Publication date: October 26, 2017
    Inventor: Vandette B. CARTER
  • Patent number: 9700764
    Abstract: A golf club having a head with a series of tracks forming a three-dimensional pattern; weights for positioning along the channels; and a mechanism for securing the weights at positions along the channels so as to customize center of gravity and moment of inertia. The channels can all interconnect to allow a weight to be moved from one to another. The club can include a removable cover for at least a portion of the surface to cover the channels and the weights. The weights can comprise a spherical member disposed in a channel; a member external to a surface of the head; and a coupling between the spherical member and the external member to allow the spherical member and the external member to capture between them a wall in which a track is formed. The channels may be in the removable cover, or below the removable cover, in the head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2017
    Inventor: Vandette B. Carter