Patents by Inventor W. Stevenson

W. Stevenson 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).

  • Publication number: 20120086547
    Abstract: An interface system for wirelessly actuating a relay associated with a moveable structures and method for use of same are disclosed. In one embodiment, a local access device having call box functionality and a server communicate over a wireless network such as cellular network. The interface provided by the local access device and supporting server may furnish one or more mutually exclusive unique access functionalities relating to a database for Wiegand-compatible access devices and routing of calls from the local access device with the call box functionality to an owner who may or may not be located on premises.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Inventors: W. Dale Foster, E. Noel Gouldin, JR., Stuart W. Stevenson
  • Patent number: 8113268
    Abstract: An air conditioning system of the present invention for an automotive vehicle includes a housing having at least two sections connected by two side by side air passage. A blower device of the air conditioning system discharges air into the housing. An evaporator is disposed in one of the sections for taking heat from the air discharged from the blower device to produce cool air. A heater is disposed in the other section positioned downstream of the evaporator for adding heat to the cool air to produce warm air. First and second sliding valve plates mechanically communicating with a driving mechanism of the present invention are supported by the housing for selectively closing the two side by side air passages thereby regulating air flow of cool and warm air.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Assignee: Delphi Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark W. Stevenson
  • Patent number: 8060386
    Abstract: The present invention includes systems and methods employing branded virtual characters across multiple network platforms throughout various stages of complex transactions (eg, selling insurance). These characters initially engage prospective customers on a network platform, such as a social network, and persist over time across other network platforms (eg, university and company websites) to educate consumers until they are ready to purchase—from their “trusted advisor”—particular products and services offered by various providers. Even after completing transactions, these characters continue to provide various services, such as notifying a customer whose circumstances have changed of a relevant product or service, while remaining available to answer questions and provide information upon demand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2011
    Assignee: Trustnode, Inc.
    Inventors: Peter W. Stevenson, Kevin C. Dunn, Michael Mills
  • Patent number: 8025634
    Abstract: Programmable infusion systems and method for controlled infusion of diagnostic or therapeutic substances (e.g., drugs, biologics, fluids, cell preparations, etc.) into the bodies of human or animal subjects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2011
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare S.A.
    Inventors: Ahmad-Maher Moubayed, Oscar E. Hyman, David N. White, Larry L. Wilson, John W. Stevenson, Jay G. Moubayed, Linda Thomas
  • Patent number: 7963946
    Abstract: Programmable infusion systems and method for controlled infusion of diagnostic or therapeutic substances (e.g., drugs, biologics, fluids, cell preparations, etc.) into the bodies of human or animal subjects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2011
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare S.A.
    Inventors: Ahmad-Maher Moubayed, Oscar E. Hyman, David N. White, Larry L. Wilson, John W. Stevenson, Jay G. Moubayed, Linda Thomas
  • Publication number: 20110121599
    Abstract: An HVAC system includes a housing defining an auxiliary aperture, an occupant aperture, a circulation aperture, an inlet opening, a drip aperture, having at least one treatment device disposed therein, and defines a pre-treatment space between the inlet opening and the treatment device. An instrument panel has a façade and a backside opposite the façade and defines a passage extending from the façade to the backside and terminates at the housing. An auxiliary article module is disposed in the passage, abuts the housing and has walls defining an auxiliary article compartment, an auxiliary hole, an outer circulation hole, and a drip hole. The holes and their corresponding apertures are aligned and abutting for receiving air and liquid between the housing and the auxiliary article compartment. A circulation duct extends between the circulation aperture and the pre-treatment space for carrying air therebetween.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2009
    Publication date: May 26, 2011
    Applicant: Delphi Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Gerald M. Goupil, JR., Mark W. Stevenson, John L. Pawlak, III
  • Patent number: 7949961
    Abstract: A user interface for performing load analysis on various geometries is provided. The user interface is especially useful for performing load analysis operations on mobile platforms, for example an aircraft. The user interface includes an object display that lists a plurality of load objects that include object data. A plurality of menu displays list a plurality of load operations. A data display displays the object data associated with the plurality of load objects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Assignee: The Boeing Company
    Inventors: Scott W. Stevenson, Dean H. Wette, Bruce Shimel
  • Patent number: 7938796
    Abstract: Programmable infusion systems and method for controlled infusion of diagnostic or therapeutic substances (e.g., drugs, biologics, fluids, cell preparations, etc.) into the bodies of human or animal subjects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2011
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare S.A.
    Inventors: Ahmad-Maher Moubayed, Oscar E. Hyman, David N. White, Larry L. Wilson, John W. Stevenson, Jay G. Moubayed, Linda Thomas
  • Publication number: 20100324941
    Abstract: The present invention includes systems and methods employing branded virtual characters across multiple network platforms throughout various stages of complex transactions (eg, selling insurance). These characters initially engage prospective customers on a network platform, such as a social network, and persist over time across other network platforms (eg, university and company websites) to educate consumers until they are ready to purchase—from their “trusted advisor”—particular products and services offered by various providers. Even after completing transactions, these characters continue to provide various services, such as notifying a customer whose circumstances have changed of a relevant product or service, while remaining available to answer questions and provide information upon demand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2009
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Applicant: TRUSTNODE, INC.
    Inventors: Peter W. STEVENSON, Kevin C. DUNN, Michael MILLS
  • Patent number: 7838141
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel compositions that find advantageous use in making electrodes for electrochemical cells and electrochemical devices such as solid oxide fuel cells, electrolyzers, sensors, pumps and the like, the compositions comprising cerium-modified doped strontium titanate. The invention also provides novel methods for making and using anode material compositions and solid oxide fuel cells and solid oxide fuel cell assemblies having anodes comprising the compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: Battelle Memorial Institute
    Inventors: Olga A. Marina, Jeffry W. Stevenson
  • Patent number: 7832737
    Abstract: Multi-layer seals are provided that find advantageous use for reducing leakage of gases between adjacent components of electrochemical devices. Multi-layer seals of the invention include a gasket body defining first and second opposing surfaces and a compliant interlayer positioned adjacent each of the first and second surfaces. Also provided are methods for making and using the multi-layer seals, and electrochemical devices including said seals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Assignee: Battelle Memorial Institute
    Inventors: Yeong-Shyung Chou, Kerry D. Meinhardt, Jeffry W. Stevenson
  • Patent number: 7801705
    Abstract: In various embodiment of the present invention, a method for determining a mass distribution solution for a mathematical model of a part to be structurally analyzed is provided. The method includes utilizing a finite element modeling (FEM) device to generate a nodal data of a part to be structurally analyzed. The nodal data is exported into a mass distribution solution (MDS) generating device where a three dimensional graphical illustration of the nodal data is rendered on a monitor of the MDS generating device. Mass properties data relating to the part to be analyzed is then imported into the MDS generating device from a weight accounting data source (WAD). The MDS generating device includes a processor that executes a MDS algorithm to thereby generate a MDS for the nodal data based on the imported mass properties data. A three dimensional graphical illustration of the weight distribution across selected nodes of the nodal data in accordance with of the mass distribution solution is rendered on the monitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Assignee: The Boeing Company
    Inventors: Bruce D Shimel, Scott W Stevenson
  • Patent number: 7794894
    Abstract: Multi-layer seals are provided that find advantageous use for reducing leakage of gases between adjacent components of electrochemical devices. Multi-layer seals of the invention include a gasket body defining first and second opposing surfaces and a compliant interlayer positioned adjacent each of the first and second surfaces. Also provided are methods for making and using the multi-layer seals, and electrochemical devices including said seals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Battelle Memorial Institute
    Inventors: Yeong-Shyung Chou, Kerry D. Meinhardt, Jeffry W. Stevenson
  • Publication number: 20100192721
    Abstract: The improved pull-pull cable assembly includes a self-adjusting tensioning assembly for taking up any additional cable length gained relative to the sheathing length when the pull-pull pulley assembly is bent or looped. The self-adjusting tensioning assembly is contained within the interior compartment of one of the two pulleys and includes a biasing member simultaneously urging the first and second ends of the cable across the center of the pulley, thereby pulling or taking-up any relative increase in cable length into the interior compartment to maintain proper cable tension.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2010
    Publication date: August 5, 2010
    Applicant: DELPHI TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Gerald M. Goupil, JR., William F. Rausch, Mark W. Stevenson, Daniel McCutcheon
  • Publication number: 20100178586
    Abstract: The present invention provides a material and a method for its creation and use wherein a reactive element, preferably a rare earth element, is included in an oxide coating material. The inclusion of this material modifies the growth and structure of the scale beneath the coating on metal substrate and improves the scale adherence to the metal substrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2009
    Publication date: July 15, 2010
    Inventors: Zhenguo Yang, Jeffry W. Stevenson, Guan-Guang Xia
  • Publication number: 20100143906
    Abstract: A method for distinguishing and sorting seeds containing a genetic element of interest from a bulk sample. In various embodiments, the present invention comprises associating a marker with at least some of the seeds containing a genetic element of interest of the bulk sample, exciting the seeds using an photonic emitting device, evaluating at least some of the seeds of the bulk sample for the presence or absence of the marker, and sorting the seeds containing a genetic element of interest based on the presence or absence of the marker. In various other embodiments, the method may comprise associating a red fluorescent protein marker with at least some of the seeds containing a genetic element of interest of the bulk sample, evaluating at least some of the seeds of the bulk sample for the presence of the red fluorescent protein marker using an evaluating device, and sorting the seeds containing a genetic element of interest based on the presence of the red fluorescent protein marker.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2009
    Publication date: June 10, 2010
    Inventors: Steven M. Becker, Steven J. Corak, James L. Hunter, Gary L. Jaehnel, Hugh Lu, James W. Stevenson
  • Patent number: 7685765
    Abstract: A plant support device includes a base that connects to a supporting post. The base may comprise a plate including a series of receptacles that connect to the supporting post and position the post in a generally vertical orientation. The receptacles may be formed as cups extending from the base, or as recesses formed into the base. The base may be releasably connected to the floor of a container such as a flowerpot or planter. The base may further include spacers capable of creating an aeration gap within the container. The base may also include slots that limit the rotation of the base when positioned within the container. The supporting post may be formed from a series of axially connectable pole sections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2010
    Inventor: William W. Stevenson, III
  • Patent number: 7670711
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel compositions that find advantageous use in making electrodes for electrochemical cells and electrochemical devices such as solid oxide fuel cells, electrolyzers, sensors, pumps and the like, the compositions comprising cerium-modified doped strontium titanate. The invention also provides novel methods for making and using anode material compositions and solid oxide fuel cells and solid oxide fuel cell assemblies having anodes comprising the compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2010
    Assignee: Battelle Memorial Institute
    Inventors: Olga A. Marina, Jeffry W. Stevenson
  • Publication number: 20100009222
    Abstract: The present invention provides novel compositions that find advantageous use in making electrodes for electrochemical cells and electrochemical devices such as solid oxide fuel cells, electrolyzers, sensors, pumps and the like, the compositions comprising cerium-modified doped strontium titanate. The invention also provides novel methods for making and using anode material compositions and solid oxide fuel cells and solid oxide fuel cell assemblies having anodes comprising the compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2009
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Inventors: Olga A. Marina, Jeffry W. Stevenson
  • Publication number: 20090311570
    Abstract: A seal for devices such as a solid oxide fuel cells. The seal is a double seal having a first sealing material having a first preselected characteristic and a second sealing material having a second sealing characteristic. In one embodiment of the invention the first sealing material is a compressive sealing material and the second sealing material is a hermetic sealing material. In some embodiments a dimensional stabilizer may also be included as a part of the seal. In use these double seals provide superior thermal cycling stability in electrochemical devices where gasses must be separated from each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE
    Inventors: Yeong-Shyung Chou, Jeffry W. Stevenson