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Asheley D. Bowles, Houston, TX US
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| 20090082229 | Process for Drying Boron-Containing Minerals and Products Thereof - Processes for the rapid and efficient drying of boron-containing compounds, in particular boron-containing minerals and ores, are described, as well as the products which result from such processes. The process comprises the steps of providing a boron-containing material; introducing the boron-containing material into a pre-heated furnace; heating the boron-containing material in the furnace at a temperature between about 800° F. and 1000° F.; retaining the boron-containing material within the furnace for a time ranging from about 5 minutes to about 120 minutes; and removing the boron-containing material from the furnace and allowing it to cool to ambient temperature. Optionally, the process may also comprise one or more steps of grinding and/or sizing the boron-containing material to a specific particle size prior to the introduction of the material to a furnace. The boron-containing compounds that can be processed in this manner include both naturally-occurring and/or synthetic boron-containing materials, in particular boron-containing minerals and ores such as colemanite, ulexite, probertite, kernite, and mixtures thereof. | 03-26-2009 |
Brian Bowles, Rochester, MN US
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| 20100199039 | Systems and Methods for Optimizing Host Reads and Cache Destages in a Raid System - In one aspect, a method of a storage adapter controlling a redundant array of independent disks (RAID) may be provided. The method may include examining performance curves of a storage adapter with a write cache, determining if an amount of data entering the write cache of the storage adapter has exceeded a threshold, and implementing a strategy based on the determining operation. The strategy may include one of coupling Read-XOR/Write operations and providing priority reordering of Read operations over the Read-XOR/Write operations in order to minimize host read response time if data entering the write cache is less than the threshold, and allowing all Read operations and Read-XOR/Write operations to be queued at the device using simple tags in order to achieve maximum throughput if data entering the write cache is greater than the threshold. Additional aspects are described. | 08-05-2010 |
Brian L. Bowles, Rochester, MN US
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| 20100268851 | Management of Redundant Physical Data Paths in a Computing System - A redundancy manager manages commands to peripheral devices in a computer system. These peripheral devices have multiple pathways connecting it to the computer system. The redundancy manager determines the number of independent pathways connected to the peripheral device, presents only one logical device to the operating system and any device driver and any other command or device processing logic in the command path before the redundancy manager. For each incoming command, the redundancy manager determines which pathways are properly functioning and selects the best pathway for the command based at least partly upon a penalty model where a path may be temporarily penalized by not including the pathway in the path selection process for a predetermined time. The redundancy manager further reroutes the command to an alternate path and resets the device for an alternate path that is not penalized or has otherwise failed. | 10-21-2010 |
| 20100268857 | Management of Redundant Physical Data Paths in a Computing System - A redundancy manager manages commands to peripheral devices in a computer system. These peripheral devices have multiple pathways connecting it to the computer system. The redundancy manager determines the number of independent pathways connected to the peripheral device, presents only one logical device to the operating system and any device driver and any other command or device processing logic in the command path before the redundancy manager. For each incoming command, the redundancy manager determines which pathways are properly functioning and selects the best pathway for the command based at least partly upon a penalty model where a path may be temporarily penalized by not including the pathway in the path selection process for a predetermined time. The redundancy manager further reroutes the command to an alternate path and resets the device for an alternate path that is not penalized or has otherwise failed. | 10-21-2010 |
Casey Bowles, Pearland, TX US
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| 20080277260 | FLUID DISPERSION UNIT ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A tray valve assembly for a process column of a type wherein a first, heavier fluid flows downwardly from a downcomer onto a tray and thereacross in a first direction through which a second, lighter fluid flows upwardly therethrough for interaction and mass transfer with the heavier fluid before passing therefrom. A plurality of valves disposed across a surface of the tray and mounted above a plurality of apertures on the surface of the tray, each valve of the plurality of valves comprising a top surface and at least one securement leg. A first securement leg of is adapted to intercept the heavier fluid flow in the first direction forming a diverting baffle for engaging the heavier fluid flow across the tray. Each valve includes at least one aperture to facilitate the lighter fluid flow therefrom and further comprising a first aperture in the first securement leg. The first aperture is adapted to allow the lighter fluid to flow in a second direction to interact with the heavier fluid flow in the first direction for lighter fluid aeration thereof. Each valve includes a plurality of open side regions for allowing ascending lighter fluid flow to pass outwardly therefrom in generally oppositely dispersed directions for contact with the heavier fluid flow in the first direction and each valve is adapted to allow the ascending lighter fluid flow to pass outwardly therefrom generally in the first direction of the heavier fluid flow passing over the top surface for facilitating a propulsion of the heavier fluid flow therefrom and across the tray. | 11-13-2008 |
| 20120118399 | FLUID DISPERSION UNIT ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A tray valve assembly for a process column of a type wherein a first, heavier fluid interacts with a second, lighter fluid. A plurality of valves are disposed on a surface of the tray. Each valve of the plurality of valves includes a top surface and at least one securement leg. A first securement leg of is adapted to intercept the first, heavier fluid flow thereby forming a diverting baffle. Each valve includes at least one aperture to facilitate the second, lighter fluid flow therefrom. The at least one aperture is adapted to allow the second, lighter fluid to interact with the first, heavier fluid. Each valve includes a plurality of open side regions. Each valve is adapted to allow the second, lighter fluid to pass outwardly therefrom generally in a direction of the first heavier fluid. | 05-17-2012 |
Casey F. Bowles, Coppell, TX US
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| 20120024977 | FLUID CONTACTOR-DIFFUSER TRAY ASSEMBLY - A separations tray assembly for use in a fluid-fluid exchange column. The separations tray assembly is of the type where a first fluid, in a continuous phase, is directed across successive trays in a serpentine flow path. A second fluid, in a dispersed phase ascends through apertures in the tray thus inducing interaction and mass transfer with the first fluid. In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, the separations tray further includes a diffuser skirt, having apertures disposed therein, operatively coupled to a fluid channel. The diffuser skirt is operable to direct the first fluid to cover substantially an entire volumetric cross-flow window between successive separations trays and to induce stirring and mixing of the first fluid and the second fluid to effect efficient mass transfer. | 02-02-2012 |
Daniel Merritt Bowles, Howell, MI US
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| 20090170852 | NOVEL PYRAZOLE-BASED HMG CoA REDUCTASE INHIBITORS - Novel compounds and pharmaceutical compositions useful as hypocholesterolemic and hypolipidemic agents are described. More specifically, potent inhibitors of the enzyme 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase (“HMG CoA reductase”) are described. Methods of using such compounds and compositions to treat subjects, including humans, suffering from hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, atherosclerosis, Alzheimer's Disease, benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), diabetes and osteoporosis are also described. | 07-02-2009 |
Dawn E. Bowles, Durham, NC US
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| 20080269149 | Chimeric Vectors - The present invention is based, in part, on the discovery that parvovirus (including AAV) capsids can be engineered to incorporate small, selective regions from other parvoviruses that confer desirable properties. The inventors have discovered that in some cases as little as a single amino acid insertion or substitution from a first parvovirus (e.g., an AAV) into the capsid structure of another parvovirus (e.g., an AAV) to create a chimeric parvovirus is sufficient to confer one or more of the desirable properties of the first parvovirus to the resulting chimeric parvovirus and/or to confer a property that is not exhibited by the first parvovirus or is present to a lesser extent. | 10-30-2008 |
| 20110104119 | Chimeric Vectors - The present invention is based, in part, on the discovery that parvovirus (including AAV) capsids can be engineered to incorporate small, selective regions from other parvoviruses that confer desirable properties. The inventors have discovered that in some cases as little as a single amino acid insertion or substitution from a first parvovirus (e.g., an AAV) into the capsid structure of another parvovirus (e.g., an AAV) to create a chimeric parvovirus is sufficient to confer one or more of the desirable properties of the first parvovirus to the resulting chimeric parvovirus and/or to confer a property that is not exhibited by the first parvovirus or is present to a lesser extent. | 05-05-2011 |
Dean Bowles, Hendersonville, TN US
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| 20080283320 | MOTORIZED VEHICLE CONFIGURED TO ACCOMMODATE HANDICAPPED INDIVIDUALS - A motorized vehicle, such as a trike motorcycle, includes a frame having a front end connected to at least one front wheel and having a rear end, first and second spaced swing arm assemblies mounted at the rear end, first and second rear wheel assemblies supported by the first and second swing arm assemblies and defining a space therebetween, and at least one support extending from the frame into the space. The arrangement allows a modular structure such as a wheelchair to be connected to the at least one support. | 11-20-2008 |
Howard Richard Bowles, Louisville, KY US
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| 20100154655 | COOKING BYPRODUCT COLLECTOR - A collection lip for a griddle is disclosed. The collection lip includes a longitudinally elongated body member having a first end, a second end, a lateral center line and a longitudinal side. The collection lip further includes a lip member extending from the longitudinal side away from the longitudinally elongated body member, the lip member including sides configured to direct cooking byproducts flowing across the lip member towards the lateral center line. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100186603 | GRIDDLE WITH A HEAT SPREADER - A griddle for a cooking appliance is disclosed. The griddle includes a griddle plate of a first material having a first thermal conductivity; a heat spreading plate of a second material having a second thermal conductivity which is greater than the first thermal conductivity; and at least one clamping member for clamping the griddle plate and the heat spreading plate together. | 07-29-2010 |
| 20100264344 | APPARATUS FOR REDUCING KNOB WOBBLE - A gas appliance including a frame and a control knob assembly connected to the frame, the control knob assembly including a gas valve with a valve stem, a control knob attached to the valve stem, and a valve restraint. The valve restraint is substantially fixed relative to the frame and longitudinally disposed substantially between the gas valve and control knob, and is configured to limit lateral movement of the valve stem. | 10-21-2010 |
H. Richard Bowles, Louisville, KY US
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| 20090296371 | CONTROL DEVICE FOR AN APPLIANCE - A control device for a household appliance is disclosed. The control device includes a control panel having a front panel and a panel lip extending outward from the front panel; a plurality of controls for selectively controlling operation of the appliance, the controls being disposed on the front panel; and a plurality of lighting devices supported by the panel lip for illuminating the respective controls. A household appliance such as a gas range incorporating the control device is also disclosed. | 12-03-2009 |
James Patrick Bowles, Raleigh, NC US
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| 20100001063 | TRANSACTION OVERRIDE USING RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION - A system for overriding retail transactions. In response to receiving an input to override a retail transaction, it is determined whether data on an RFID card has been read. The data is read by an RFID reader located on a POS device keyboard. In response to determining that the data has been read, a light emitting diode is used to indicate that the data has been read. Then, the data is sent to a central computer to validate that a user of the RFID card is authorized to perform the override. In response to receiving a validation result from the central computer, it is determined whether the user of the RFID card is authorized to perform the override. Then, in response to determining that the user of the RFID card is authorized to perform the override, the user of the RFID card is permitted to complete the retail transaction override. | 01-07-2010 |
Jason Bowles, Owosso, MI US
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| 20110062745 | FOLDING TOP FOR A CONVERTIBLE VEHICLE - A folding top for a convertible vehicle that includes at least one folding top portion, wherein the folding top is displaceable between an open position and a closed position, wherein the folding top portion has an internal surface oriented towards a vehicle passenger compartment and an external surface oriented towards a vehicle external area when the folding top is in the closed position, and wherein a solar absorption area of a conversion device for converting solar energy into electrical energy is mounted on the external surface of the folding top portion. | 03-17-2011 |
Jeffrey Allen Bowles, Hamilton, OH US
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| 20110119840 | Powdered Hair Coloring and Bleaching Compositions - Powder hair coloring or bleaching composition comprising: a) at least one solid source of carbonate ions, carbamate ions, hydrogencarbonate ions, or mixtures thereof; b) at least one solid source of oxidizing agent; c) at least one solid source of ammonium ions; and d) a crosslinked carboxylic acid polymer thickener having a particle size of no more than about 10 microns in an amount which, upon admixture of the powder composition with water to provide a concentration of from about 1% to about 3%, provides the dispersed composition a viscosity of from about 10000 mPas to about 20000 mPas when measured at 0.5 rpm using Brookfield viscometer spindle S52, and a pH of from about 8.5 to about 9.4. | 05-26-2011 |
Jordan Bowles, Columbia, MO US
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| 20110247482 | DROP BOLT HOLD OPEN ACTUATOR FOR USE WITH AR-15/M16 TYPE FIREARMS AND INCORPORATING A MODIFIED AND DISPLACEABLE FOLLOWER FOR ENGAGING A BOLT CATCH MECHANISM SUCH AS IN CONJUNCTION WITH RIMFIRE AMMUNITION - A bolt catch assembly for use with a firearm including a receiver with an exposed receiving chamber and an underside engageable magazine. The assembly includes a bolt catch actuator housing supported in seating fashion relative to the receiving chamber and communicating with an attachable magazine. A catch actuator is supported in elevatable fashion relative to an end of the actuator housing. A follower component is upwardly and biasingly disposed within the magazine and which, upon contacting the catch actuator, displaces an associated bolt catch of the firearm in an upper and bolt restraining position. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110247483 | DROP BOLT HOLD OPEN ACTUATOR FOR USE WITH AR-15/M16 TYPE FIREARMS IN CONJUNCTION WITH RIMFIRE AMMUNITION - A bolt catch assembly configured for operating with rimfire ammunition for use with a firearm including a receiver with an exposed receiving chamber. The assembly includes a bolt catch actuator housing supported in seating fashion relative to the receiving chamber and communicating with an attachable magazine. A catch actuator is supported in elevatable fashion relative to an end of the actuator housing. A bolt catch component and integrally formed actuator catch engaging portion is slaved to the catch actuator in order to be displaced in response to elevating motion exerted upon the catch actuator, such as by a follower component biasingly disposed within the magazine. The follower, in its uppermost displaced position within the attached magazine, engages a tab associated with the catch actuator which extends over a communicating interior of the bolt catch actuator housing in communicating alignment with the exposed receiving chamber. An end configured location of the bolt catch housing includes a step and ledge profile for supporting an underside of the catch actuator in each of a seated rest position as well as a follower induced and upwardly displaced position. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110252685 | COTTER PIN ANTI ROTATION MECHANISM FOR ACCOMMODATING SUB CALIBER AMMUNITION UTILIZED IN AN AR-15 TYPE FIREARM - An anti-rotation feature incorporated into an interface established between a cotter pin and a sub caliber action device installable within an upper receiver of an AR-15 type firearm. A generally elongated receiver plate exhibits a generally lengthwise extending notched interior established between extending sides. The notched interior seats a bolt in reciprocating fashion along said receiver plate. A chamfer feature is formed in a side of the bolt in intersecting fashion with a selected length extending channel of the bolt for seating within the notched interior, the chamfer feature seating a head of the cotter pin to prevent rotation during bolt travel. A rearward projecting support sleeve includes an open interior for receiving and seating an opposing guide rod associated with a further mounting location of the receiver plate and in order to maintain in assembled fashion the forward assist adaptor. A firing pin exhibits a notch feature configured at a location along its shaft and which, upon installation within an interior aperture of the bolt, is retained in position by the cotter pin. The firing pin is configured so as to exhibit a reduced diameter end projection upon which is supported a coil spring. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20110265636 | ANTI JAM, GROOVED AND EXPANDING CHARGING HANDLE FOR SUB CALIBER ACTIONS - A telescopic charging handle incorporated into an upper receiver of an AR-15 type firearm includes a first stem portion integrally formed with a handle shaped head. A second stem portion terminates at a distal end in a projecting beak and is further telescopically engaged at a proximal end to the first stem portion. In this fashion, the charging handle is extended upon being rearwardly displaced in order to accommodate a modified length sub caliber action. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265638 | CHAMBER INSERT LOCK INSTALLED WITHIN AN AR-15/16 BARREL EXTENSION FOR LOCATING AND REDUCING MOVEMENT OF AN ASSOCIATED SUB CALIBER ACTION - The present invention teaches an insert locking mechanism incorporated into a sub caliber action device, installable within an upper receiver of an AR-15 type firearm, and which interfaces with an upper receiver mounted forward assist for use with such as .22 caliber ammunition and in order to eliminate movement or play of the chamber insert adaptor associated with the substituted sub caliber action. The mechanism includes a generally cylindrical shaped body supported upon the action and exhibiting a plurality of radially projecting and circumferentially extending lugs which are configured to mate and seat within a plurality of grooves circumferentially arrayed within a barrel defined in the upper receiver. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110277368 | MAINTENANCE KIT INCORPORATED INTO OPERABLE COMPONENTS OF A SUB CALIBER ACTION DEVICE OF AN AR-15 TYPE FIREARM FOR FACILITATING DISASSEMBLY, MAINTENANCE AND REASSEMBLY WITH AN ASSOCIATED RECEIVER PLATE - A maintenance kit incorporated into operable components of a sub caliber action device installable within an upper receiver of an AR-15 type firearm for facilitating disassembly, maintenance and reassembly of a bolt and forward chamber adaptor with a receiver plate. The kit includes at least one gauge dimension defined in a barrel of the forward chamber adaptor for establishing a correct spacing between lengthwise extending and interior notch defining arms associated with the receiver plate. A modified guide rod facilitates at least one of disassembly of the bolt firing pin/extractor and cleaning of the chamber adaptor interior prior to reassembly of the bolt and chamber adaptor. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20120005931 | CHAMBER ADAPTOR INCORPORATED INTO A MODIFIED ACTION ASSEMBLY FOR PERMITTING SUBSTITUTION OF A FIRST MANUFACTURER SPECIFIED CARTRIDGE FOR A SECOND SUBSTITUTE CARTRIDGE - A retrofit chamber adaptor associated with a substitute action assembly incorporated into a firearm for permitting the substitution of an original designated cartridge for a substitute cartridge. An elongated body is incorporated into a barrel accessible location of the firearm and supporting a bolt in reciprocating fashion. The chamber adaptor is mounted to forward end of the body in communication with the reciprocating bolt and exhibits a modified diameter aperture extending therethrough and corresponding to an incremental modification in diameter associated with the substitute cartridge. Additional features include a receiver plate incorporated into the body and exhibiting a generally lengthwise extending notched or keyed interior established between generally parallel extending sides with identified and interiorly notched locations for seating in reciprocating fashion therebetween the reciprocating bolt. A further variation of the adaptor exhibits a dual rail configuration to which is reciprocally mounted the bolt and from which in turn forwardly projects a firing pin. In a preferred application, the chamber adaptor permits substitution of a 0.22 LR rimfire cartridge in lieu of a normally designated 5.7×28 mm center fire cartridge. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120073429 | COMBINATION STACKABLE MAGAZINE CORES AND OUTER BINDING SKINS FOR CHANGING STYLE AND CAPACITY VERSABILITY OF A FIREARM AND FURTHER INCLUDING DUAL USE FOLLOWER - A combination magazine and outer skin for a firearm including a magazine core adapted to releasably engage a firearm in communication with an action assembly associated with the firearm. Multiple cores are stackable end-to-end to define a continuous interior, with an end cap engaging an open bottom of a lowermost core. A design indicia exhibits an interior recess and is assembled around the stacked cores. A dual use follower is in use with an uppermost located magazine and maintains the assembly bolt in an open position and following the last cartridge being fired until such time as the magazine is removed. In the further variant, with a BHOA installed in place, the follower activates the BHOA and the bolt to remain in the retracted/open position, following magazine removal. | 03-29-2012 |
Kay Dean Bowles, Spokane, WA US
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| 20100011826 | SURFACE FOR REDUCED FRICTION AND WEAR AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - A process for producing an enhanced friction reducing surface by bonding a dry lubricant to a substrate by way of high velocity mechanical impact and low temperature diffusion bonding, and the friction-reduced surface produced thereby. A process for bonding the dry lubricant by peening and concurrently obtaining a desired dimpling or surface texturizing by appropriate selection of peening particle size and hardness relative to the substrate, as well as impact velocity against the substrate, is also provided. | 01-21-2010 |
Mickey Bowles, Fort Worth, TX US
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| 20100038883 | DRIVE-ON MULTIPURPOSE TRAILER CONFIGURABLE FOR SEMI-VERTICAL STORAGE - A multi-purpose trailer provides further utility by being easily configurable in a carrying orientation, a drive-on loading orientation, and a storage orientation. The storage orientation is capable of near vertical storage, thus taking up very limited amounts of floor space in a garage or storage area. The drive-on loading orientation provides a ramped portion which easily accommodates the loading of wheeled vehicles without the need for additional ramp components or members. Further, mechanisms are provided to easily adjust between the various orientations including hydraulically lifting from a loading orientation to a transport orientation. To provide additional utility, provisions are made on the trailer surface for the attachment of multiple modular accessories. | 02-18-2010 |
Philip H. Bowles, Fountain Hills, AZ US
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| 20080246126 | STACKED AND SHIELDED DIE PACKAGES WITH INTERCONNECTS - According to an example embodiment, a stacked die package | 10-09-2008 |
| 20110250721 | STACKED AND SHIELDED PACKAGES WITH INTERCONNECTS - Embodiments include methods for forming a stacked die package with a first die, first active circuitry on an upper surface of the first die, and a first conductive pattern on the first active circuitry. The stacked die package further includes a second die stacked over the first die, where the first die is wider than the second die in a cross-section of the stacked die package, and second active circuitry is present on an upper surface of the second die. The stacked die package further includes a mold compound disposed on the first die, where the mold compound encapsulates the second die. Electrical connections are formed from the top surface of the mold compound to the first conductive pattern and the second active circuitry, and a conductive pattern on the top surface of the mold compound provides a continuous electrical connection between upper ends of the electrical connections. | 10-13-2011 |
Richard R. Bowles, Solon, OH US
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| 20080216543 | Enhanced Press Apparatus - A system is disclosed for using a press tool with a limited work output to perform a multi-step press operation to complete a press where the work required for the completed press is greater than the limited work output of the tool. The system includes a press ring actuator assembly, a press ring assembly with multiple press ring sections, or a combination thereof, designed to facilitate multi-step press operations with adjustable engagement surfaces to complete the press with the press tool. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20090013523 | TOOL FOR POWERED PRESSING OF CABLE CONNECTORS - A press frame for attaching connectors to workpieces such as cables and pipes is described. The press frame is adapted to be releasably attached to a hand-held, battery powered press tool. The press frame includes selectively interchangeable components that enable a wide range of different styles, sizes, and configurations of electrical connectors to be attached to cables. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20110045746 | PREPARATION TOOLS FOR PIPE ENDS AND RELATED METHODS - Various systems, tools, and methods are described for rendering regions of coated pipe suitable for receiving press fittings. The systems, tools, and methods may also be applicable for transforming regions of pipe, coated or uncoated, and which are otherwise unsuitable for sealingly engaging press fittings, so that reliable and leak-proof seals can be made between the pipe and press fittings. | 02-24-2011 |
Robert E. Bowles, Lynn Haven, FL US
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| 20120123087 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING CRUDE TALL OIL BY SOAP WASHING WITH CALCIUM CARBONATE REMOVAL - A method for producing crude tall oil from black liquor soap while removing calcium carbonate and lignates is disclosed. Black liquor soap is first combined with an alkaline ash medium having a lower concentration of lignates and inorganic solids than the black liquor soap, to form washed tall oil soap, fortified brine, lignates, and calcium carbonate. The washed tall oil soap is then separated from the fortified brine, lignates, and calcium carbonate, by centrifugation, decantation, filtration, settling, or a combination of these techniques. Acidification of the washed tall oil soap gives crude tall oil and a spent acid mixture. The crude tall oil is separated from the spent acid. The spent acid is made alkaline, and at least a portion of it is returned for use as alkaline wash medium. The method avoids accumulation of calcium sulfate in acidulation units. | 05-17-2012 |
Steven Bowles, Pittsburgh, PA US
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| 20090053512 | MULTIFUNCTIONAL POLYMER COATED MAGNETIC NANOCOMPOSITE MATERIALS - A polymer coated nanoparticle containing a metallic core and a polymer shell encapsulating said metallic core is useful, for example, in magnetic tapes and supercapacitors. | 02-26-2009 |
Steven E. Bowles, Pittsburgh, PA US
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| 20100209697 | METHODS FOR PRODUCING PHOTOSENSITIVE MICROPARTICLES, NON-AQUEOUS DISPERSIONS THEREOF AND ARTICLES PREPARED THEREWITH - Described are non-aqueous dispersions of photosensitive polymeric microparticles, comprising: a) an organic continuous phase comprising an organic solvent; and b) photosensitive polymeric microparticles dispersed in the organic continuous phase. The microparticles comprise an at least partially polymerized component having integral surface and interior domains, wherein the surface domain comprises a polymeric material that is solubilized by the organic solvent, the interior domain comprises a polymeric material that is insoluble in the organic solvent, and the surface domain and/or interior domain is photosensitive. Also described are methods of producing such non-aqueous dispersions, curable film-forming compositions containing them, and photosensitive coated substrates. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100221661 | METHODS FOR PRODUCING PHOTOSENSITIVE MICROPARTICLES - Described are various methods of producing non-aqueous dispersions of photosensitive polymeric microparticles, comprising: (a) preparing one or more aqueous dispersions of a polymerizable component, at least one of which contains a photosensitive material and, wherein the polymerizable components comprise at least one hydrophilic functional group and/or at least one hydrophobic functional group; (b) subjecting the dispersion of (a) to conditions sufficient to form microparticles; (c) at least partially polymerizing the polymerizable component; (d) combining the dispersion with an organic continuous phase comprising an organic solvent; (e) removing water from the dispersion such that the final water content of the non-aqueous dispersion is less than 30 percent by weight; wherein e) is performed before or after d); and (f) reacting any acid functional groups on the surface of the microparticles with a reactive material having at least one epoxy functional group, at least one thiocarbonylthio functional group, at least one alkoxyamine functional group, or at least one halide functional group. | 09-02-2010 |
Thomas F. Bowles, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI US
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| 20090271947 | Adjustable Deck Lid Hinge - An adjustable hinge assembly for a vehicle deck lid includes an adjustment pin received in a hinge pin that is adjustable to cause the deck lid to become flush with adjacent vehicle body structure. The adjustment pin includes a tool engagement feature that allows for adjustment of the hinge assembly from within the trunk. A second tool engagement feature allows for adjustment of the hinge from outside of the trunk. | 11-05-2009 |
Wade Bowles, Spokane, WA US
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| 20100011826 | SURFACE FOR REDUCED FRICTION AND WEAR AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - A process for producing an enhanced friction reducing surface by bonding a dry lubricant to a substrate by way of high velocity mechanical impact and low temperature diffusion bonding, and the friction-reduced surface produced thereby. A process for bonding the dry lubricant by peening and concurrently obtaining a desired dimpling or surface texturizing by appropriate selection of peening particle size and hardness relative to the substrate, as well as impact velocity against the substrate, is also provided. | 01-21-2010 |