Patents by Inventor William Fechalos
William Fechalos 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: 11563433Abstract: An apparatus, system and method of controlling the supply of DC current from a power source to an electrical load provides for a protective circuit that senses the characteristics of the connected load prior to permitting the enablement of a switch connecting the supply and the load. A voltage arising from applying a constant current to the load during a time period is compared with a predetermined threshold determined by the intended capacity of the switch so that, when closed, the current through the switch is compatible with the switch. The protective circuit may be used in conjunction with semiconductor switches, electromechanical contactors or relays. A plurality of such devices may be incorporated in an enclosure and controlled by logic so as to manage the supply of power from a power source to a plurality of electrical loads having differing power requirements.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2020Date of Patent: January 24, 2023Assignee: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: William Fechalos, Adam Telengater, Shu-Jen Chen
-
Patent number: 11354205Abstract: An apparatus, system and method of efficiently configuring a power distribution system includes the provision of a dual-bus power distribution assembly, each bus of which may be connected to power sources and where the circuit breakers are adapted such that power from either of the two buses can be routed to an electrical load to provide redundant or non-redundant power, as required. Each circuit breaker position is capable of being configured to connect between either of the two buses and an individual load equipment supply bus. The circuit breaker may be a plug-in type where one of the terminals is adapted by a part that may be installed in one of two orientations. In the first orientation a first bus is connected to the individual load equipment supply bus and in the second orientation the second bus is connected to the individual load equipment supply bus.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2021Date of Patent: June 7, 2022Assignee: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: William Fechalos, Kevin Long
-
Publication number: 20220164264Abstract: An apparatus, system and method of efficiently configuring a power distribution system includes the provision of a dual-bus power distribution assembly, each bus of which may be connected to power sources and where the circuit breakers are adapted such that power from either of the two buses can be routed to an electrical load to provide redundant or non-redundant power, as required. Each circuit breaker position is capable of being configured to connect between either of the two buses and an individual load equipment supply bus. The circuit breaker may be a plug-in type where one of the terminals is adapted by a part that may be installed in one of two orientations. In the first orientation a first bus is connected to the individual load equipment supply bus and in the second orientation the second bus is connected to the individual load equipment supply bus.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2021Publication date: May 26, 2022Applicant: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: William Fechalos, Kevin Long
-
Publication number: 20210111717Abstract: An apparatus, system and method of controlling the supply of DC current from a power source to an electrical load provides for a protective circuit that senses the characteristics of the connected load prior to permitting the enablement of a switch connecting the supply and the load. A voltage arising from applying a constant current to the load during a time period is compared with a predetermined threshold determined by the intended capacity of the switch so that, when closed, the current through the switch is compatible with the switch. The protective circuit may be used in conjunction with semiconductor switches, electromechanical contactors or relays. A plurality of such devices may be incorporated in an enclosure and controlled by logic so as to manage the supply of power from a power source to a plurality of electrical loads having differing power requirements.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2020Publication date: April 15, 2021Applicant: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: William Fechalos, Adam Telengater, Shu-Jen Chen
-
Patent number: 10302707Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The battery string current is measured by a current sensor urged into contact with a metallic element in which the battery string current is flowing. The time history of the battery string current and voltage is interpreted to determine whether the battery string is discharging, charging or in a fully charged state. A moving average current in the charging state is used to establish a threshold for determining whether a thermal runaway condition exists. The moving average is maintained at the value that existed at a time when the battery string has been disconnected from the system current bus.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2017Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Assignee: C & C Power, Inc.Inventors: Eric Gach, William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy
-
Patent number: 9799876Abstract: Storage batteries connected in series in an uninterruptable or back-up power supply system may have voltage potential differences between exposed terminals or conductors that exceed safety limits. A demountable insulating shield having apertures may be positioned so that the series string may be broken into a plurality of series sub-strings having a lesser potential difference has a cover over the aperture through which the series string configuration may be connected and disconnected. The cover may be an insulating material removably fastened to the insulating shield or a sliding cover that is captivated to the insulating shield. When the series string has been divided in to the sub-strings, the insulating shield may be demounted from the structure housing the batteries so that the batteries or their connections may be serviced.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2016Date of Patent: October 24, 2017Assignee: C & C POWER, INC.Inventors: N. William Conrardy, James R. Lupinek, William Fechalos, Christopher D. Heinz, Paul Blake, Michael Osko
-
Patent number: 9755200Abstract: An equipment cabinet having a corrugation in the side panels is disclosed. The panels are affixed to a base by bolting or welding so as to be disposed opposite each other. Holes are provided in opposing surfaces the so that cross members may be secured in a position between the opposing side panels of the cabinet to form a support structure for equipment, such as batteries. Equipment may also be attached using mounting brackets. An equipment retaining bracket includes a retaining cross member, an L-shaped bracket and a bolt to joint the retaining cross member and the L-shaped bracket so as to secure the battery in two dimensions. Retaining brackets may be provided at the front and the rear surfaces of the equipment and, in cooperation with the cross members, retain the equipment in the cabinet.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2016Date of Patent: September 5, 2017Assignee: C & C PWERE, INC.Inventors: N William Conrardy, Christopher D. Heinz, Michael T. Osko, William Fechalos
-
Publication number: 20170168120Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The battery string current is measured by a current sensor urged into contact with a metallic element in which the battery string current is flowing. The time history of the battery string current and voltage is interpreted to determine whether the battery string is discharging, charging or in a fully charged state. A moving average current in the charging state is used to establish a threshold for determining whether a thermal runaway condition exists. The moving average is maintained at the value that existed at a time when the battery string has been disconnected from the system current bus.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 19, 2017Publication date: June 15, 2017Inventors: Eric Gach, William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy
-
Publication number: 20170067965Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The battery string current is measured by a current sensor urged into contact with a metallic element in which the battery string current is flowing. The time history of the battery string current and voltage is interpreted to determine whether the battery string is discharging, charging or in a fully charged state. A moving average current in the charging state is used to establish a threshold for determining whether a thermal runaway condition exists. The moving average is maintained at the value that existed at a time when the battery string has been disconnected from the system current bus.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2013Publication date: March 9, 2017Inventors: Eric Gach, William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy
-
Patent number: 9577443Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The battery string current is measured by a current sensor urged into contact with a metallic element in which the battery string current is flowing. The time history of the battery string current and voltage is interpreted to determine whether the battery string is discharging, charging or in a fully charged state. A moving average current in the charging state is used to establish a threshold for determining whether a thermal runaway condition exists. The moving average is maintained at the value that existed at a time when the battery string has been disconnected from the system current bus.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2013Date of Patent: February 21, 2017Assignee: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: Eric Gach, William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy
-
Publication number: 20170047577Abstract: Storage batteries connected in series in an uninterruptable or back-up power supply system may have voltage potential differences between exposed terminals or conductors that exceed safety limits. A demountable insulating shield having apertures may be positioned so that the series string may be broken into a plurality of series sub-strings having a lesser potential difference has a cover over the aperture through which the series string configuration may be connected and disconnected. The cover may be an insulating material removably fastened to the insulating shield or a sliding cover that is captivated to the insulating shield. When the series string has been divided in to the sub-strings, the insulating shield may be demounted from the structure housing the batteries so that the batteries or their connections may be serviced.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2016Publication date: February 16, 2017Applicant: C & C Power, Inc.Inventors: N. William Conrardy, James R. Lupinek, William Fechalos, Christopher D. Heinz, Paul Blake, Michael Osko
-
Patent number: 9570732Abstract: Storage batteries connected in series in an uninterruptible or back-up power supply system may have voltage potential differences between exposed terminals or conductors that exceed safety limits. A demountable insulating shield having apertures may be positioned so that the series string may be broken into a plurality of series sub-strings having a lesser potential difference has a cover over the aperture through which the series string configuration may be connected and disconnected. The cover may be an insulating material removably fastened to the insulating shield or a sliding cover that is captivated to the insulating shield. When the series string has been divided in to the sub-strings, the insulating shield may be demounted from the structure housing the batteries so that the batteries or their connections may be serviced.Type: GrantFiled: November 11, 2014Date of Patent: February 14, 2017Assignee: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: N. William Conrardy, James R. Lupinck, William Fechalos, Christopher D. Heinz, Paul Blake, Michael Osko
-
Publication number: 20160190528Abstract: An equipment cabinet having a corrugation in the side panels is disclosed. The panels are affixed to a base by bolting or welding so as to be disposed opposite each other. Holes are provided in opposing surfaces the so that cross members may be secured in a position between the opposing side panels of the cabinet to Form a support structure for equipment, such as batteries. Equipment may also be attached using mounting brackets. An equipment retaining bracket includes a retaining cross member, an L-shaped bracket and a bolt to joint the retaining cross member and the L-shaped bracket so as to secure the battery in two dimensions. Retaining brackets may be provided at the front and the rear surfaces of the equipment and, in cooperation with the cross members, retain the equipment in the cabinet.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2016Publication date: June 30, 2016Inventors: N William Conrardy, Christopher D. Heinz, Michael T. Osko, William Fechalos
-
Patent number: 9301408Abstract: An equipment cabinet having a corrugation in the side panels is disclosed. The panels are affixed to a base by bolting or welding so as to be disposed opposite each other. Holes are provided in opposing surfaces the so that cross members may be secured in a position between the opposing side panels of the cabinet to form a support structure for equipment, such as batteries. Equipment may also be attached using mounting brackets. An equipment retaining bracket includes a retaining cross member, an L-shaped bracket and a bolt to joint the retaining cross member and the L-shaped bracket so as to secure the battery in two dimensions. Retaining brackets may be provided at the front and the rear surfaces of the equipment and, in cooperation with the cross members, retain the equipment in the cabinet.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2014Date of Patent: March 29, 2016Assignee: C & C POWER, INC.Inventors: N. William Conrardy, Christopher D. Heinz, Michael T. Osko, William Fechalos
-
Publication number: 20150147610Abstract: Storage batteries connected in series in an uninterruptable or back-up power supply system may have voltage potential differences between exposed terminals or conductors that exceed safety limits. A demountable insulating shield having apertures may be positioned so that the series string may be broken into a plurality of series sub-strings having a lesser potential difference has a cover over the aperture through which the series string configuration may be connected and disconnected. The cover may he an insulating material removably fastened to the insulating shield or a sliding cover that is captivated to the insulating shield. When the series string has been divided in to the sub-strings, the insulating shield may be demounted from the structure housing the batteries so that the batteries or their connections may be serviced.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2014Publication date: May 28, 2015Inventors: N. William Conrardy, James R. Lupinck, William Fechalos, Christopher D. Heinz, Paul Blake, Michael Osko
-
Publication number: 20140239964Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The battery string current is measured by a current sensor urged into contact with a metallic element in which the battery string current is flowing. The time history of the battery string current and voltage is interpreted to determine whether the battery string is discharging, charging or in a fully charged state. A moving average current in the charging state is used to establish a threshold for determining whether a thermal runaway condition exists. The moving average is maintained at the value that existed at a time when the battery string has been disconnected from the system current bus.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2013Publication date: August 28, 2014Inventors: Eric Gach, William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy
-
Publication number: 20140229398Abstract: An equipment cabinet having a corrugation in the side panels is disclosed. The panels are affixed to a base by bolting or welding so as to be disposed opposite each other. Holes are provided in opposing surfaces the so that cross members may be secured in a position between the opposing side panels of the cabinet to form a support structure for equipment, such as batteries. Equipment may also be attached using mounting brackets. An equipment retaining bracket includes a retaining cross member, an L-shaped bracket and a bolt to joint the retaining cross member and the L-shaped bracket so as to secure the battery in two dimensions. Retaining brackets may be provided at the front and the rear surfaces of the equipment and, in cooperation with the cross members, retain the equipment in the cabinet.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2014Publication date: August 14, 2014Applicant: C & C POWER, INC.Inventors: N. William Conrardy, Christopher D. Heinz, Michael T. Osko, William Fechalos
-
Patent number: 8721010Abstract: An equipment cabinet having a corrugation in the side panels is disclosed. The panels are affixed to a base by bolting or welding so as to be disposed opposite each other. Holes are provided in opposing surfaces the so that cross members may be secured in a position between the opposing side panels of the cabinet to form a support structure for equipment, such as batteries. Equipment may also be attached using mounting brackets. An equipment retaining bracket includes a retaining cross member, an L-shaped bracket and a bolt to joint the retaining cross member and the L-shaped bracket so as to secure the battery in two dimensions. Retaining brackets may be provided at the front and the rear surfaces of the equipment and, in cooperation with the cross members, retain the equipment in the cabinet.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2007Date of Patent: May 13, 2014Assignee: C&C Power, IncInventors: N. William Conrardy, Christopher D. Heinz, Michael T. Osko, William Fechalos
-
Patent number: 8558712Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The system includes a current sensor for each of the battery strings, and a controller configured to compare the measured current with criteria to determine whether the battery is in a thermal runaway state. Prior to entering the thermal runaway state the battery current characteristics may indicate other less serious states. Warning messages are provided for selected events, and the battery string is disconnected from the remainder of the system when a thermal runaway state is encountered. The system may provide a local indication of status and may also interface with a communications network to provide for remote monitoring.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2010Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: C&C Power, Inc.Inventors: William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy
-
Patent number: 8558508Abstract: A system and method for monitoring the status of a system of battery strings is described. The system includes a current sensor for each of the battery strings, and a controller configured to compute the average current from the measured currents. The state of the battery system is determined as being fully charged, discharging or charging, and the individual battery string currents are compared with the average measured current to determine if the currents are within a threshold value. An alarm indication is provided when one or more of the currents exceeds a threshold difference. The system may provide a local indication of status and may also interface with a communications network to provide for remote monitoring.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2008Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: C & C Power, Inc.Inventors: William Fechalos, N. William Conrardy