Patents by Inventor Walter A. Sadowski
Walter A. Sadowski 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: 10204750Abstract: A switch that includes an illumination structure that extends at least partially around a perimeter of the switch. The illumination structure being illuminated based on the status of the switch. The switch also including a switch surface that includes a transparent or translucent material that can be illuminated based on the status of the switch. The switch being adapted for use in a wet or damp environment.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2017Date of Patent: February 12, 2019Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fasano, Walter A. Sadowski, Brian Thomas Stuckman, Sean McDonnell
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Publication number: 20180130616Abstract: A switch that includes an illumination structure that extends at least partially around a perimeter of the switch. The illumination structure being illuminated based on the status of the switch. The switch also including a switch surface that includes a transparent or translucent material that can be illuminated based on the status of the switch. The switch being adapted for use in a wet or damp environment.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2017Publication date: May 10, 2018Inventors: Michael Fasano, Walter A. Sadowski, Brian Thomas Stuckman, Sean McDonnell
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Patent number: 9834726Abstract: Methods and compositions pertaining to flame retardants using micronized rice husks are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2012Date of Patent: December 5, 2017Assignee: EMPIRE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT LLCInventors: William B. Carlson, Gregory D. Phelan, Walter Sadowski
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Patent number: 9431193Abstract: A low current switch has a flexible movable contact that can be deflected by an actuator. In some implementations the switch may permit a low current switch to be manufactured using elements of a high current switch without requiring large amounts of precious metal. The flexible movable contact may be arranged as one or more cantilevers that are deflected using a rocking actuator. The actuator interacts with the movable contact in such a way as to provide tactile feedback to an operator comparable to a high current switch having a rigid movable contact. Also described are a set of low and high current switches, components of a low current switch, and a method of manufacturing a low current switch.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2014Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Walter A. Sadowski
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Publication number: 20160032191Abstract: Methods and compositions pertaining to flame retardants using micronized rice husks are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 27, 2012Publication date: February 4, 2016Applicant: EMPIRE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT LLCInventors: William B. Carlson, Gregory D. Phelan, Walter Sadowski
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Publication number: 20140251777Abstract: A low current switch has a flexible movable contact that can be deflected by an actuator. In some implementations the switch may permit a low current switch to be manufactured using elements of a high current switch without requiring large amounts of precious metal. The flexible movable contact may be arranged as one or more cantilevers that are deflected using a rocking actuator. The actuator interacts with the movable contact in such a way as to provide tactile feedback to an operator comparable to a high current switch having a rigid movable contact. Also described are a set of low and high current switches, components of a low current switch, and a method of manufacturing a low current switch.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2014Publication date: September 11, 2014Inventor: Walter A. Sadowski
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Patent number: 8642903Abstract: A rotary switch having a body, a rotary knob attached to the body, and at least two terminals attached to the body. An actuator is pivotably mounted within the body and operably connected to the rotary knob, the actuator pivoting upon a rotation of the rotary knob. A conductor is pivotably mounted in the body and is in communication with the actuator. The conductor is adapted to connect or disconnect the at least two terminals when the actuator is pivotably moved.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2011Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Walter Sadowski, Joseph LeClair, III
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Publication number: 20120118713Abstract: A rotary switch having a body, a rotary knob attached to the body, and at least two terminals attached to the body. An actuator is pivotably mounted within the body and operably connected to the rotary knob, the actuator pivoting upon a rotation of the rotary knob. A conductor is pivotably mounted in the body and is in communication with the actuator. The conductor is adapted to connect or disconnect the at least two terminals when the actuator is pivotably moved.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2011Publication date: May 17, 2012Inventors: Walter Sadowski, Joseph LeClair, III
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Patent number: 7414089Abstract: The present invention is related to methods and compositions for marking and removing turf lines and other markings from artificial and natural turf, including sports fields. The marking compositions include alkali-activatible acrylics, including one or both of alkali-soluble resin and an alkali-swellable thickener to enable removing the dried composition with an alkaline solution.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2003Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: Eco Chemical, Inc.Inventors: Mark K. Cheirrett, Walter Sadowski
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Patent number: 6861594Abstract: A switch having independently operable toggle and rocker functions. The switch having a housing, a toggle member pivotally mounted in the housing, the toggle member having upper and lower portions. The upper portion being movable for providing a toggle function of the switch, the lower portion being attached to the upper portion and having at least one first contact element coupled thereto. The switch having a rocker member coupled to the housing for providing a rocker function, the rocker member defining a central opening for receiving the upper portion of the toggle member, and having a second contact element coupled thereto. The switch including a circuit board inside the housing having a first conductive portion adjacent the first contact element, and a second conductive portion adjacent the second contact element. The toggle and rocker members being independently operable for providing toggle and rocker functions of the switch respectively.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2003Date of Patent: March 1, 2005Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Walter Sadowski, Rick Olson, Shakib Saria
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Publication number: 20040251743Abstract: A control system for electrical devices in a vehicle has output/relay modules with processing and memory capability. The output/relay module is programmable to store configuration data corresponding to predetermined states for the various devices to be controlled. The output/relay module has memory capability including a non-volatile component (EEROM). An input module also has processing capability, and includes memory capability. The input module has selector switches for preselecting a variety of device states. The input module further provides a visual indication of the states for these devices. A data bus provides communication between said input and output modules, and a dongle is selectively connected to said relay module data bus for allowing changes to the configuration data stored therein. The dongle is programmable from a personal computer or work station. The control system includes a voltage monitoring system and circuit breakers to protect the system and devices controlled thereby.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2004Publication date: December 16, 2004Inventors: Walter Sadowski, Joseph Smith, Richard Sorenson
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Publication number: 20040213926Abstract: The present invention is related to methods and compositions for marking and removing turf lines and other markings from artificial and natural turf, including sports fields. The marking compositions include alkali-activatible acrylics, including one or both of alkali-soluble resin and an alkali-swellable thickener to enable removing the dried composition with an alkaline solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2003Publication date: October 28, 2004Applicant: Eco Chemical, Inc.Inventors: Mark K. Cheirrett, Walter Sadowski
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Publication number: 20040149557Abstract: A switch having independently operable toggle and rocker functions. The switch having a housing, a toggle member pivotally mounted in the housing, the toggle member having upper and lower portions. The upper portion being movable for providing a toggle function of the switch, the lower portion being attached to the upper portion and having at least one first contact element coupled thereto. The switch having a rocker member coupled to the housing for providing a rocker function, the rocker member defining a central opening for receiving the upper portion of the toggle member, and having a second contact element coupled thereto. The switch including a circuit board inside the housing having a first conductive portion adjacent the first contact element, and a second conductive portion adjacent the second contact element. The toggle and rocker members being independently operable for providing toggle and rocker functions of the switch respectively.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2003Publication date: August 5, 2004Applicant: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Walter Sadowski, Rick Olson, Shakib Saria
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Patent number: 6713693Abstract: A switch having independently operable toggle and rocker functions. The switch having a housing, a toggle member pivotally mounted in the housing, the toggle member having upper and lower portions. The upper portion being movable for providing a toggle function of the switch, the lower portion being attached to the upper portion and having at least one first contact element coupled thereto. The switch having a rocker member coupled to the housing for providing a rocker function, the rocker member defining a central opening for receiving the upper portion of the toggle member, and having a second contact element coupled thereto. The switch including a circuit board inside the housing having a first conductive portion adjacent the first contact element, and a second conductive portion adjacent the second contact element. The toggle and rocker members being independently operable for providing toggle and rocker functions of the switch respectively.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2003Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Walter Sadowski, Rick Olson, Shakib Saria
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Patent number: 6011226Abstract: An elastomeric switch case bezel fits tightly around a flange in the housing and has an internal bead that engages the switch rocker to seal it as the rocker moves between limit positions.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 1998Date of Patent: January 4, 2000Assignee: Carlingswitch, Inc.Inventors: Walter A. Sadowski, Karen B. Kowalczyk
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Patent number: 5527991Abstract: A generally rectangular plastic switch housing has locating tabs that position a U-shaped hardened steel grounding strap on the housing so that the strap and housing can be conveniently mounted from the front of a panel in a panel opening that includes relieved and upset portions designed to make electrical contact with serrated segments of the U-shaped strap's legs. The base of the U-shaped strap has an opening with upset edges designed to make electrical contact with the center terminal in the bottom wall of the switch housing.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 1993Date of Patent: June 18, 1996Assignee: Carlingswitch, Inc.Inventors: Walter A. Sadowski, Richard M. Olson, William R. Stephens
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Patent number: D454120Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2000Date of Patent: March 5, 2002Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Walter A. Sadowski, Joseph L. LeClair
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Patent number: D460423Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2001Date of Patent: July 16, 2002Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Walter A. Sadowski
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Patent number: D427158Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 1998Date of Patent: June 27, 2000Assignees: Carlingswitch, Inc., Caterpillar, Inc.Inventors: Walter A. Sadowski, Joseph L. LeClair, Jamie T. Sasser, Ray T. Schenck
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Patent number: D845255Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2017Date of Patent: April 9, 2019Assignee: Carling Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Michael Fasano, Walter A. Sadowski, Brian Thomas Stuckman, Sean McDonnell