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  • Cellular antenna tower and equipment enclosure based on shipping container
    Patent number: 8950158
    Abstract: An antenna tower structure for wireless communication antennas includes an antenna cupola mounted on a tower based on at least one standardized ISBU shipping container that has been modified and erected to stand upright on a foundation. The modifications may include longitudinal reinforcements along at least two longitudinal edges of the container, mounting hardware at the two ends of the container, an access door on a side of the container, an access hatch in the upper end of the container, a ladder extending longitudinally inside the container, and a floor extending perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the container. The container provides a weather-protected climate-controlled interior space for sheltering electronics equipment. The cupola has antennas installed on at least one level, and may include shutters, a clock, a bell etc. to hide the antennas and disguise the tower. The exterior of the structure may be finished to match surrounding buildings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Inventor: Chadwick J. Walton
  • COLLAPSIBLE VEHICLE DOOR AND METHOD OF USE
    Publication number: 20170203640
    Abstract: A collapsible vehicle door is provided that can be easily installed and uninstalled on a vehicle, without modification to the vehicle. The uninstalled door can be collapsed into a compact configuration allowing for storage within the vehicle. The collapsible door includes frame pieces that can be fixed together to form a frame. The frame pieces may be shaped to match or partially match the contour of the door frame of the vehicle on which the collapsible door is to be installed. A cover piece is attached to the frame to provide protection from exterior weather conditions and prevent unauthorized access to the vehicle cabin. A hinge portion of the collapsible door is configured to connect to the hinge portion on the stock vehicle body. A latch portion of the collapsible door may be used to secure the collapsible door in the closed portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2017
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Applicant: BEACHCOMBER OFFROAD, LLC
    Inventor: James Matthew Rafeld
  • Fixed style of rifle buttstock for carbines and rifles
    Patent number: 6779289
    Abstract: An M16 or commercial equivalent style rifle buttstock is provided with a stowage compartment within the buttstock body for an M4/M16 style firearm or commercial equivalent that utilizes an adjustable receiver extension which is cylindrical with a radially disposed elongated rib. The buttstock can be inserted without any permanent modifications to the host firearm, and is completely reversible. Internal storage for accessories is provided, and the buttstock is able to accept standard M16 style or commercial buttplates, with or without hinged access doors to the stowage compartment. The buttstock provides an improvement to the ajustable buttstock used on M4/M16 style firearms in cold weather which can become frozen in place in the collapsed position and not provide a proper mounting of the carbine relative to the user. Additionally the buttstock provides all of the standard ergonometric relationships of an M16 style firearm or commercial variant for the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2004
    Inventor: Ira Kay
  • Collapsible vehicle door and method of use
    Patent number: 10106019
    Abstract: A collapsible vehicle door is provided that can be easily installed and uninstalled on a vehicle, without modification to the vehicle. The uninstalled door can be collapsed into a compact configuration allowing for storage within the vehicle. The collapsible door includes frame pieces that can be fixed together to form a frame. The frame pieces may be shaped to match or partially match the contour of the door frame of the vehicle on which the collapsible door is to be installed. A cover piece is attached to the frame to provide protection from exterior weather conditions and prevent unauthorized access to the vehicle cabin. A hinge portion of the collapsible door is configured to connect to the hinge portion on the stock vehicle body. A latch portion of the collapsible door may be used to secure the collapsible door in the closed portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2018
    Assignee: BEACHCOMBER OFFROAD, LLC
    Inventor: James Matthew Rafeld
  • METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DYNAMICALLY DETERMINING AND ADAPTING TO COST IMPACT DURING A FLIGHT
    Publication number: 20200211069
    Abstract: A method for providing cost data for a flight is provided. The method (i) obtains cost target data for the flight, under anticipated conditions; (ii) obtains real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost of the flight, using continuous monitoring during the flight, including at least aircraft speed modes, aircraft flight level changes, tactical interventions, weather impact, and descent timing deviations; (iii) determines an actual cost of the flight, based on the real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost; (iv) identifies flight plan change options associated with a potential cost savings over the actual cost, wherein the flight plan change options comprise potential modifications to the flight plan to complete the flight; (v) presents the flight plan change options; and (vi) adapts operation of one or more avionics systems onboard the aircraft, based on one of the flight plan change options.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2018
    Publication date: July 2, 2020
    Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Rajesh Chaubey, Srihari Jayathirtha, Ivan Markov, Chavdar Kirov
  • METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DYNAMICALLY DETERMINING AND ADAPTING TO COST IMPACT DURING A FLIGHT
    Publication number: 20210295397
    Abstract: A method for providing cost data for a flight is provided. The method (i) obtains cost target data for the flight, under anticipated conditions; (ii) obtains real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost of the flight, using continuous monitoring during the flight, including at least aircraft speed modes, aircraft flight level changes, tactical interventions, weather impact, and descent timing deviations; (iii) determines an actual cost of the flight, based on the real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost; (iv) identifies flight plan change options associated with a potential cost savings over the actual cost, wherein the flight plan change options comprise potential modifications to the flight plan to complete the flight; (v) presents the flight plan change options; and (vi) adapts operation of one or more avionics systems onboard the aircraft, based on one of the flight plan change options.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2021
    Publication date: September 23, 2021
    Inventors: Rajesh CHAUBEY, Srihari Layathirtha, Ivan Markov, Chavdae Kirov
  • Methods and systems for dynamically determining and adapting to cost impact during a flight
    Patent number: 11030664
    Abstract: A method for providing cost data for a flight is provided. The method (i) obtains cost target data for the flight, under anticipated conditions; (ii) obtains real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost of the flight, using continuous monitoring during the flight, including at least aircraft speed modes, aircraft flight level changes, tactical interventions, weather impact, and descent timing deviations; (iii) determines an actual cost of the flight, based on the real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost; (iv) identifies flight plan change options associated with a potential cost savings over the actual cost, wherein the flight plan change options comprise potential modifications to the flight plan to complete the flight; (v) presents the flight plan change options; and (vi) adapts operation of one or more avionics systems onboard the aircraft, based on one of the flight plan change options.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Rajesh Chaubey, Srihari Jayathirtha, Ivan Markov, Chavdar Kirov
  • Methods and systems for dynamically determining and adapting to cost impact during a flight
    Patent number: 11620688
    Abstract: A method for providing cost data for a flight is provided. The method (i) obtains cost target data for the flight, under anticipated conditions; (ii) obtains real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost of the flight, using continuous monitoring during the flight, including at least aircraft speed modes, aircraft flight level changes, tactical interventions, weather impact, and descent timing deviations; (iii) determines an actual cost of the flight, based on the real-time aircraft performance parameters affecting the actual cost; (iv) identifies flight plan change options associated with a potential cost savings over the actual cost, wherein the flight plan change options comprise potential modifications to the flight plan to complete the flight; (v) presents the flight plan change options; and (vi) adapts operation of one or more avionics systems onboard the aircraft, based on one of the flight plan change options.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2023
    Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.
    Inventors: Rajesh Chaubey, Srihari Jayathirtha, Ivan Markov, Chavdar Kirov
  • Polymeric fire hydrant
    Publication number: 20060201550
    Abstract: The claimed universal polymeric molded fire hydrant is lightweight, weather resistant and will meet the UL, FM, NFPA and AWWA standards established for conventional metallic hydrants. Polymeric fire hydrants will also exceed standard performance expectations by eliminating rusting, binding, cracking and the associated need for periodic painting and lubrication. This polymeric fire hydrant costs less to produce than traditional metallic models providing significant costs savings to commercial and residential developers as well as municipalities. The inherent light weight nature of the units will reduce manpower and heavy equipment required to install it. This hydrant can be manufactured to resemble all existing traditional hydrant designs and performance specifications and will allow for future design modifications as future performance specifications and designs evolve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2005
    Publication date: September 14, 2006
    Inventors: Peter Blyth, David Bangs
  • Material for Room Temperature Curable Solvent-Borne Overcoating Material,Coating Material Using Same and Coating Film
    Publication number: 20090047532
    Abstract: [Object] To provide a coating material for a room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material having chipping resistance and not allowing occurrence of cracks, and a room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material using the same, the room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material being excellent in abrasion resistance and in performance such as weather resistance, contamination resistance and adhesion. [Solving Means] A coating material is formed of a lipophilic polyrotaxane including a cyclic molecule, a linear molecule piercing through the cyclic molecule to include it, and blocking groups disposed at both end terminals of the linear molecule to prevent departure of the cyclic molecule. In the lipophilic polyrotaxane, at least one of the linear molecule and the cyclic molecule has a hydrophobic modification group.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2006
    Publication date: February 19, 2009
    Inventors: Kohzo Ito, Jun Araki, Tatsuya Suzuki, Masahiko Yamanaka, Kentarou Watanabe
  • RESIN COMPOSITION, MULTI-LAYERED FILM AND PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE INCLUDING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20140034109
    Abstract: A resin composition, a multi-layered film, a backsheet for photovoltaic modules, a method thereof, and a photovoltaic module are provided. The multi-layered film including a coating layer including a fluorine-based polymer has an excellent durability and weather resistance, and also exhibits high interfacial adhesive strength to a substrate since the multi-layered film is formed by coating a cured product of the resin composition including the fluorine-based polymer, an acrylic polymer including a thermosetting functional group, and a heat-curing agent on the substrate. In addition, drying can be performed at a low temperature during the manufacture of the multi-layered film so that the manufacturing costs can be decreased, productivity can be increased, and the deterioration of the product due to heat modification, heat shock, and the like, can be prevented. The multi-layered film can be effectively used as a backsheet for various photovoltaic modules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Applicant: LG CHEM, LTD
    Inventors: Hyun Cheol KIM, Hyun Seong KO
  • Flexible net dome for outdoor pools
    Patent number: 11149454
    Abstract: A dome shaped roof structure for outdoor pools, both above ground pools and with minimal modification inground pools, that does not interfere with the use of the pool consisting of a plurality of flexibility poles supported by the pool, with a flexible tension ring holding the pole ends together over the center of the pool and a net fabric material that covers the pole and tension ring frame which is secured around the top of the pool. The roof structure works for all shapes and many sizes of pools providing protection from bugs and debris while still maintaining the outdoor experience. The high flexibility of the frame and tension ring allows winds and rain to flow thru without damage to the roof during inclement weather. The low number of elements that make up the roof structure make it inexpensive as well as easy to assemble, dismantle and store.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2021
    Inventors: John J. Andrews, Sandra Conklin
  • Material for room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material,coating material using same and coating film
    Patent number: 8007911
    Abstract: To provide a coating material for a room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material having chipping resistance and not allowing occurrence of cracks, and a room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material using the same, the room temperature curable solvent-borne overcoating material being excellent in abrasion resistance and in performance such as weather resistance, contamination resistance and adhesion. A coating material is formed of a lipophilic polyrotaxane including a cyclic molecule, a linear molecule piercing through the cyclic molecule to include it, and blocking groups disposed at both end terminals of the linear molecule to prevent departure of the cyclic molecule. In the lipophilic polyrotaxane, at least one of the linear molecule and the cyclic molecule has a hydrophobic modification group.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignees: Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., The University of Tokyo
    Inventors: Kohzo Ito, Jun Araki, Tatsuya Suzuki, Masahiko Yamanaka, Kentarou Watanabe
  • Flexible Net Dome for Outdoor Pools
    Publication number: 20220136268
    Abstract: A dome shaped roof structure for outdoor pools, both above ground pools and with minimal modification inground pools, that does not interfere with the use of the pool consisting of a plurality of flexibility poles supported by the pool, with a flexible tension ring holding the pole ends together over the center of the pool and a net fabric material that covers the pole and tension ring frame which is secured around the top of the pool. The roof structure works for all shapes and many sizes of pools providing protection from bugs and debris while still maintaining the outdoor experience. The high flexibility of the frame and tension ring allows winds and rain to flow thru without damage to the roof during inclement weather. The low number of elements that make up the roof structure make it inexpensive as well as easy to assemble, dismantle and store.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2021
    Publication date: May 5, 2022
    Inventors: John J. Andrews, Sandra Conklin
  • Flexible net dome for outdoor pools
    Patent number: 11428021
    Abstract: A dome shaped roof structure for outdoor pools, both above ground pools and with minimal modification inground pools, that does not interfere with the use of the pool consisting of a plurality of flexibility poles supported by the pool, with a flexible tension ring holding the pole ends together over the center of the pool and a net fabric material that covers the pole and tension ring frame which is secured around the top of the pool. The roof structure works for all shapes and many sizes of pools providing protection from bugs and debris while still maintaining the outdoor experience. The high flexibility of the frame and tension ring allows winds and rain to flow thru without damage to the roof during inclement weather. The low number of elements that make up the roof structure make it inexpensive as well as easy to assemble, dismantle and store.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Inventors: John J. Andrews, Sandra Conklin
  • Polymeric fire hydrant
    Patent number: 7588049
    Abstract: The claimed universal polymeric molded fire hydrant is lightweight, weather resistant and will meet the UL, FM, NFPA and AWWA standards established for conventional metallic hydrants. Polymeric fire hydrants will also exceed standard performance expectations by eliminating rusting, binding, cracking and the associated need for periodic painting and lubrication. This polymeric fire hydrant costs less to produce than traditional metallic models providing significant costs savings to commercial and residential developers as well as municipalities. The inherent light weight nature of the units will reduce manpower and heavy equipment required to install it. This hydrant can be manufactured to resemble all existing traditional hydrant designs and performance specifications and will allow for future design modifications as future performance specifications and designs evolve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Inventors: Peter Compton Blyth, David Lyle Bangs
  • Resin composition, multi-layered film and photovoltaic module including the same
    Patent number: 9034470
    Abstract: A resin composition, a multi-layered film, a backsheet for photovoltaic modules, a method thereof, and a photovoltaic module are provided. The multi-layered film including a coating layer including a fluorine-based polymer has an excellent durability and weather resistance, and also exhibits high interfacial adhesive strength to a substrate since the multi-layered film is formed by coating a cured product of the resin composition including the fluorine-based polymer, an acrylic polymer including a thermosetting functional group, and a heat-curing agent on the substrate. In addition, drying can be performed at a low temperature during the manufacture of the multi-layered film so that the manufacturing costs can be decreased, productivity can be increased, and the deterioration of the product due to heat modification, heat shock, and the like, can be prevented. The multi-layered film can be effectively used as a backsheet for various photovoltaic modules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2015
    Assignee: LG Chem, Ltd.
    Inventors: Hyun Cheol Kim, Hyun Seong Ko
  • CONTEXTUALLY-AWARE RESOURCE MANAGER
    Publication number: 20170316022
    Abstract: Techniques provide a contextually-aware resource manager. In response to one or more events, such as the creation or modification of a calendar event, one or more contextually-aware recommendations are generated and displayed to a user. For example, a recommendation can include the names of service providers, the names of customers, time slots for one or more calendar events, and notifications of one or more conditions. The recommendation can be based on data defining a level of eligibility for service providers and customers. The level of eligibility can be determined by a wide range of contextual data, including but not limited to traffic data, payment data, location data, map data, preference data, scheduling data, workload data, work history data, status data, skill set data, or weather data. The techniques assist user interaction with a computing device, and among other benefits, saves computing resources and reduce the number of inadvertent user entries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Publication date: November 2, 2017
    Inventors: Neel Joshi, William Hart Holmes, Paul David Tischhauser, Chandresh K. Jain, Tor-Helge Persett, Eva Britta Karolina Burlin, Dana Anne Lee, Joan Ching Li
  • Adaptive motor vehicle cruise control
    Patent number: 4987357
    Abstract: An adaptive cruise control system for motor vehicles uses a video camera and digital processing techniques to enable one vehicle to follow another at a substantially constant or safe distance on a highway under favorable weather conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1989
    Date of Patent: January 22, 1991
    Assignee: General Motors Corporation
    Inventor: Ichiro Masaki
  • Fuel mixing apparatus
    Patent number: 4481931
    Abstract: The fuel system of a diesel powered vehicle is kept free of wax blockages during cold weather by a mixing unit which is submerged in the fuel tank and furnishes to the fuel pump a waxing resistant supply stream comprising a warm fraction derived from the excess fuel by-passed by the engine injectors and a cold fraction derived from the stored fuel in the tank. The unit delivers to the pump a controlled portion of the excess fuel whose size depends upon the rate of flow, so that the supply stream contains substantially all of the excess fuel when the engine is operating at full throttle, but contains only a selected fraction of the excess fuel when the engine is idling. The balance of the excess fuel available at idle is discharged into the tank. The mixer requires no thermostatic element or other moving parts, can be installed without structural modification of the tank, and keeps the system free of wax blockages without overheating the fuel oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 1979
    Date of Patent: November 13, 1984
    Inventor: Frank D. Bruner
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