Casey, TX
Daniel G. Casey, Kingwood, TX US
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20080288208 | Method for Calculating Hydrogen Storage Inventory - Methods for accurately and conveniently calculating the inventory of hydrogen storage in a stationary storage vessel using the external ambient temperature and the internal pressure are disclosed in the present invention. To account for the delay in the heat transfer from the ambient air to the storage vessel and then to the hydrogen gas a first order filter can be used on the external ambient temperature. Following the application of the first order filter on the external ambient temperature, an empirical equation is used to calculate the mass of hydrogen in the stationary storage vessel. | 11-20-2008 |
20100154924 | VARIABLE VOLUME HYDROGEN STORAGE - In the present invention methods for storing gaseous hydrogen employing an ionic liquid are disclosed. The ionic liquid is used to displace the volume in the storage tanks. By displacing the volume in the storage tanks with the ionic liquid, the storage pressure can remain constant and the “stranded” gas can be eliminated. This constant pressure will also allow for a reduction in the number of storage tanks needed to provide the required inventory at hydrogen fueling stations. In addition, this constant pressure will provide a complete and fast fill to the vehicle. | 06-24-2010 |
Daniel Glenn Casey, Kingwood, TX US
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20090165887 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING HYDROGEN AT A HIGH PRESSURE - An apparatus and method for providing a hydrogen rich gas stream at a high pressure for use by hydrogen vehicles or other devices requiring hydrogen rich feed streams are disclosed in the present invention. As the pressure of gaseous hydrogen is increased, the temperature of the gaseous hydrogen also increases due to the heat of compression. The apparatus and method of the present invention utilize localized cooling via a vortex tube to cool the gaseous hydrogen caused by the increase in pressure. | 07-02-2009 |
20090194190 | Variable switch point for a cascade storage system for gaseous Hydrogen - In the present invention, a cascade storage system for gaseous hydrogen including a variable switch point is disclosed. The variable switch point allows the cascade storage system to quickly dispense gaseous hydrogen to fill hydrogen vehicles in addition to increasing the utilization of gaseous hydrogen in the cascade storage system. | 08-06-2009 |
20090250138 | METHOD FOR MANAGING STORAGE OF GASEOUS HYDROGEN - The present invention discloses methods for managing the storage of gaseous hydrogen and increasing the utilization rate of gaseous hydrogen stored in a cascade storage system. In order to increase the hydrogen utilization rate of the cascade storage system, after dispensing gaseous hydrogen to a hydrogen vehicle, gaseous hydrogen is transferred via a compressor from at least one storage vessel at a lower pressure to at least one storage vessel at a higher, dispensable pressure. The methods of the present invention economically and efficiently increase the utilization rate of gaseous hydrogen stored in a cascade storage system. | 10-08-2009 |
20090292030 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR SYNTHESIS GAS AND HYDROCARBON PRODUCTION - A process and apparatus for preparing a synthesis gas suitable for feeding to a suitable hydrocarbon production reactor, such as a Fischer Tropsch reactor is described. According to one aspect, the process and apparatus utilize heat exchangers that thermally integrate the reaction steps such that heat generated by exothermic reactions, e.g., combustion, are arranged closely to the heat sinks, e.g., cool methane, water and air, to minimize heat loss and maximize heat recovery. Effectively, this thermal integration eliminates excess piping throughout, reduces initial capital and operating costs, provides built-in passive temperature control, and improves synthesis gas production efficiencies. | 11-26-2009 |
20110247724 | Method For Managing Storage of Gaseous Hydrogen - In order to increase the hydrogen utilization rate of the cascade storage system, after dispensing gaseous hydrogen to a hydrogen vehicle, gaseous hydrogen is transferred via a compressor from at least one storage vessel at a lower pressure to at least one storage vessel at a higher, dispensable pressure. The methods of the present invention economically and efficiently increase the utilization rate of gaseous hydrogen stored in a cascade storage system by managing the storage of gaseous hydrogen and increasing the utilization rate of gaseous hydrogen stored in a cascade storage system. | 10-13-2011 |
Danny Mcshane Casey, Huntsville, TX US
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20080217006 | Methods and Apparatus for Determining Wellbore Parameters - One embodiment of a system for determining a wellbore parameter includes a pulse generator positioned in fluid communication with a wellbore such that a fluid can flow from the wellbore through the pulse generator, wherein the pulse generator selectively releases the fluid to flow through the pulse generator causing pressure pulses in the wellbore; a receiver in operational connection with the wellbore, the receiver detecting the pressure pulses; and a controller in functional connection with the receiver, the controller determining a wellbore parameter from receipt of a signal from the receiver in response to the detected pressure pulses. | 09-11-2008 |
Fred Casey, Willis, TX US
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20140231690 | DOUBLE OFFSET BALL MEMBER USABLE IN BALL VALVES AND OTHER FLOW CONTROL APPLICATIONS - Ball valves and ball valve components usable to control the flow of fluids and methods for manufacturing said ball valve components. Ball valves include a ball member comprising two curved segments of like shape and size, which are integrally joined and disposed symmetrically to one another relative to the axis of rotation of the ball member. A bore extends through the joined first and the second curved segments, wherein the first end of the bore is located on the first curved segment and the second end of the bore is located on the second curved segment. Each curved segment is disposed symmetrically to one another, relative to the axis of rotation. The area of separation, between the curved segments, defines shoulders of like configuration, wherein each shoulder is located symmetrically with respect to the other relative to the ball member's axis of rotation. | 08-21-2014 |
20150151389 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A BALL MEMBER USABLE IN BALL VALVES AND OTHER FLOW CONTROL DEVICES - Disclosures include a method for manufacturing a ball member usable in a flow control valve. The method comprises connecting a workpiece to a rotating apparatus along an axis of rotation of the workpiece, simultaneously rotating the workpiece about the axis of rotation and moving a rotating cutting tool toward the axis of rotation along a second axis to form a first curved surface having a progressively shorter radius with respect to the axis of rotation, wherein the second axis is generally oriented perpendicular to the axis of rotation, and cutting a bore through the workpiece, wherein one end of the bore extends through the first surface and the other end of the bore extends through the second surface. | 06-04-2015 |
20150152968 | DOUBLE OFFSET BALL MEMBER USABLE IN BALL VALVES AND OTHER FLOW CONTROL APPLICATIONS - Ball valves and ball valve components usable to control the flow of fluids and methods for manufacturing said ball valve components. Ball valves include a ball member comprising two curved segments of like shape and size, which are integrally joined and disposed symmetrically to one another relative to the axis of rotation of the ball member. A bore extends through the joined first and the second curved segments, wherein the first end of the bore is located on the first curved segment and the second end of the bore is located on the second curved segment. Each curved segment is disposed symmetrically to one another, relative to the axis of rotation. The area of separation, between the curved segments, defines shoulders of like configuration, wherein each shoulder is located symmetrically with respect to the other relative to the ball member's axis of rotation. | 06-04-2015 |
Gregory E. Casey, Humble, TX US
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20120103431 | PIPELINE HYDRATE INHIBITOR AND METHOD OF REDUCING HYDRATES USING THE HYDRATE INHIBITOR - Compositions and methods for reducing the formation of hydrates within subsea or over-land pipeline systems. The compositions and methods include the use of organic salt solutions, such as an acetate salt solution, to precondition, treat, and/or dewater the pipeline systems, or employ the use of the organic salt solutions during other pre-commissioning operations. An effective concentration of an organic salt solution acts to reduce hydrates and/or inhibit hydrate formation within the pipeline systems. | 05-03-2012 |
20120125639 | METHOD OF USING GELLED FLUIDS WITH DEFINED SPECIFIC GRAVITY - Gelled barrier fluids preventing the ingress of undesired fluids from subsurface environments into subsurface apparatus have a specific gravity which is within ±0.05 of the specific gravity of the undesired fluid. | 05-24-2012 |
20140262348 | METHOD OF USING GELLED FLUIDS WITH DEFINED SPECIFIC GRAVITY - Gelled barrier fluids preventing the ingress of undesired fluids from subsurface environments into subsurface apparatus have a specific gravity which is within ±0.05 of the specific gravity of the undesired fluid. | 09-18-2014 |
John M. Casey, Carrollton, TX US
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20080263355 | Method and System for Encrypting Files Based on Security Rules - The present disclosure is directed to a method and system for encrypting files based on security rules. In accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure, a request to store a file on a storage device is received. At least one security parameter associated with a security profile of the file is identified. It is determined whether to encrypt the file by applying at least one security rule to the security parameter. The security rule includes selection criteria. The file is encrypted if the security rule indicates the file should be encrypted. The file is stored on the storage device. | 10-23-2008 |
20100030797 | System for Compression and Storage of Data - According to one embodiment, a data storage system includes a storage medium coupled to a compression appliance. The compression appliance is operable to selectively compress data that is stored on the storage medium. The compression appliance selectively compresses the data according to a lower compression threshold and an upper compression threshold such that a useful compression level is achieved while balancing processor loading. | 02-04-2010 |
Kelly C. Casey, Flower Mound, TX US
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20090296300 | SCR circuit for protecting customer end of telephone line - A protection circuit employing a pair of SCR devices cross coupled between a telephone line tip conductor and ring conductor. The SCR devices are of the type providing internal semiconductor resistors between the gate and cathode terminals for sensing overcurrents in the telephone line conductors, and providing voltage sensitive semiconductor regions so that the SCR devices are sensitive to overvoltages on the telephone line conductors. When employed with a telephone line termination transformer, the internal resistor of one SCR device provides the series resistance, together with the transformer winding resistance, for reliably allowing the other SCR device to be triggered into conduction and remain in a latched condition in response to an overcurrent condition. | 12-03-2009 |
20090296301 | SCR circuit for protecting central office end of telephone line - A protection circuit employing a pair of SCR devices connected respectfully from telephone line tip conductor and ring conductors to ground. The SCR devices are of the type providing internal semiconductor resistors between the gate and cathode terminals for sensing overcurrents in the telephone line conductors, and providing voltage sensitive semiconductor regions so that the SCR devices are sensitive to overvoltages on the telephone line conductors. A pair of diodes are connected across the cathode-anode terminals of the SCR devices to provide overvoltage protection for positive polarity overvoltages on the telephone line. | 12-03-2009 |
Margot Bruce Casey, Austin, TX US
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20090144702 | System And Program Product for Determining Java Software Code Plagiarism and Infringement - An analysis tool extracts class data from Java objects within a potential plagiarizing Java program and the original Java program, and then compares classes common to the potential plagiarizing program and the original across various performance metrics. Similarities disclosed by the analysis tool are output for user or programmatic comparison of the matches between the potentially plagiarizing Java program byte code and the original program's byte code. | 06-04-2009 |
Matthew Casey, Houston, TX US
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20150066369 | Method for Analysis of Relevance and Interdependencies in Geoscience Data - A computer-implemented method for evaluating a geoscience data analysis question. The user inputs the question to the computer through a graphical user interface or a text command interface ( | 03-05-2015 |
Matthew S. Casey, Houston, TX US
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20110272161 | Windowed Statistical Analysis For Anomaly Detection In Geophysical Datasets - Method for identifying geologic features from geophysical or attribute data using windowed principal component ( | 11-10-2011 |
20150120199 | Multiple Domain Processing For Combining Reservoir Models and Seismic Data - Method for using a non-stationary, multi-scale domain transformation to combine multiple geophysical data sources, for example seismic data and well log data, into one coherent reservoir model. The seismic data are inverted ( | 04-30-2015 |
Michael Casey, Austin, TX US
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20110275482 | INTERACTIVE EXERCISE DEVICES - An interactive exercise device includes a stationary base to which a first exercise implement is movably connected. A first resistance element is operably connected to the first exercise implement to provide resistance against at least some movements of the first exercise implement relative to the stationary base. An interactive motion guide that directs a user of the interactive exercise device to move the first exercise implement relative to the stationary base in an indicated manner is operably connected to the interactive exercise device. The interactive motion guide includes first and second electronic indicators to which a processor is operably connected. A non-transitory and tangible computer readable medium is operably connected to the processor and includes instructions to manipulate output of the first and second electronic indicators in response to movement of the first exercise implement relative to the stationary base. | 11-10-2011 |
20110275498 | ABDOMINAL EXERCISE TRAINING DEVICE - An abdominal training device includes a stationary base with a user support surface and a hub connected to a track with a friction mitigation unit and a track anchor. A console is slidably mounted on the track and includes a hand support member and a console anchor. A bearing is fixedly mounted to the proximal end of the track and supports an elastic resistance element with one end attached to the track anchor and the other end attached to the console anchor. A beam rigidly connects the track to the hub of the stationary base so that the track is at least partially rotatable about the hub of the stationary base. The device may also include an electronic training program that directs a user to rotate the track to specified positions. The device may be part of an abdominal training kit. | 11-10-2011 |
20140087829 | WAGERING GAME HAVING WIN STREAK AWARD FEATURE - A gaming system, apparatus, and method are disclosed providing a free-spin bonus game, wherein the player's streaks of consecutive winning free spins are tracked throughout the bonus, with bonus enhancements or awards for achieving streaks of specified lengths. Some embodiments award additional free spins for win streaks. Other versions provide different numbers of additional spins awarded for each number of consecutive winning spins. Other embodiments provide different bonus features as an award for winning streaks, including credit prizes which may be fixed or variable, triggering a secondary bonus (such as a wheel spin or a pick bonus), or applying multiplier values to the reel-spin wins in the streak. | 03-27-2014 |
20140094303 | WAGERING GAME, GAMING MACHINE, NETWORKED GAMING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH A PLAYER SELECTION SYMBOL REPLACEMENT GAME - A system, apparatus, and method are disclosed in which a gaming machine provides both a base game and a feature game which may be triggered by the base game. The feature game includes a player selectable set of symbols, where the symbols include one or more high and low value incrementing symbols and one or more terminator symbols; such that, when a player selects one of the incrementing symbols, the player's position on a ladder or other graduated sequence increments to a higher value award, all the symbols in the set are shown and then recovered and shuffled with one of the remaining high value incrementing symbols being replaced by a terminator symbol. The process iterating until the player selects a terminator symbol or achieves the jackpot (highest) award on the ladder. | 04-03-2014 |
20150235519 | WAGERING GAME WITH ADVANCING TARGET ELIMINATION FEATURE - A wagering game is provided including an advancing target elimination game, which may be a base or bonus game. In this game, targets are shown to be advancing toward an objective, and the player is given selectable indicia with which to stop the targets. Each pick election may eliminate (or partially damage) a certain number and/or pattern of targets, with a credit value being awarded for each enemy eliminated. The bonus is played by taking turns between a phase of enemy target appearance and movement and a phase of player pick for enemy target elimination. These two phases alternate until an end-bonus condition is achieved. | 08-20-2015 |
20150243134 | METHOD, APPARATUS, AND PROGRAM PRODUCT PROVIDING A PLAYER SELECTION WAGERING GAME WITH ESCALATING PRIZES - Methods and gaming systems provide a player selection game in which the prizes available in the game increase in response to certain player selections from the various player selectable elements. Prizes are increased in a manner that makes it clear to the player that they have obtained an enhanced prize. In particular, prizes are increased in the course of the player selection game so that the lowest prize available after a prize increase is greater than the highest prize available prior to the prize increase. | 08-27-2015 |
Michael Brandon Casey, Houston, TX US
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20150254499 | MULTI-VIEW 3D OBJECT RECOGNITION FROM A POINT CLOUD AND CHANGE DETECTION - A method of detecting objects in three-dimensional (3D) point clouds and detecting differences between 3D point clouds and the objects therein is disclosed. A method includes receiving a first scene 3D point cloud and a second scene 3D point cloud, wherein the first scene 3D point cloud and the second scene 3D point cloud include first and second target objects, respectively; aligning the first scene 3D point cloud and the second scene 3D point cloud; detecting the first and second target objects from the first scene 3D point cloud and the second scene 3D point cloud, respectively; comparing the detected first target object with the detected second target object; and identifying, based on the comparison, one or more differences between the detected first target object and the detected second target object. Further aspects relate to detecting changes of target objects within scenes of multiple 3D point clouds. | 09-10-2015 |
Michael Edward Casey, Austin, TX US
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20140005007 | ABDOMEN EXERCISE MACHINE | 01-02-2014 |
Peter Casey, The Woodslands, TX US
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20140356089 | MACHINING APPARATUS - There is disclosed apparatus for machining a workpiece, the apparatus including: a support; a boom mounted to the support; a machining station mounted to the boom; and displacement means provided on the boom for moving the boom relative to the support through engagement with a support surface. The support includes a boom pivot about which the boom is rotatable, the machining station being mounted on the boom remote from the boom pivot. The displacement means includes wheels or rollers having an axis of rotation extending along a radius from the boom pivot. The wheels or rollers have an at least partly tapered contact surface and have a diameter which increases along the axis of rotation away from the boom pivot. | 12-04-2014 |
Ryan B. Casey, San Antonio, TX US
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20120150493 | Sensor Array Processor with Multichannel Reconstruction from Random Array Sampling - A method and system for reconstructing random samples taken across multiple sensors of a sensor array, so that each sensor's output is reconstructed. The samples are processed using a compressive sensing process. The compressive sensing process uses a time-space transform basis that represents the multi-channel data in terms of both a frequency component and an azimuthal component. | 06-14-2012 |
Shannen Casey, Dalhart, TX US
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20120186294 | Liquid Polymer Crystal-Filled Beverage Cooler - The present invention relates to a cooling receptacle for maintaining the cool temperature of a beverage comprising: a body portion, where said body portion conforms to a cylindrical shape and includes a thin wall surrounding an opening, where said opening provides a means for the placement of a beverage container; a base, said base encloses one end of the body portion; and a mechanism of producing a cooling effect to sustain the temperature of the beverage. In one particular embodiment, the mechanism to produce a cooling effect includes liquid polymer crystals embedded in the base and wall. A drainage hole may be provided within the base. The liquid polymer crystals in the base and the wall activate upon the hydrated condensation of the beverage container to form a gel-like consistency and create a cooling effect to sustain the temperature of the beverage. | 07-26-2012 |
Theodore Casey, Dallas, TX US
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20090065379 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR STORING AND MIXING TWO OR MORE SUBSTANCES - A container system for separately storing and mixing two or more substances. The container system is comprised of a main container for holding at least one first substance and a cup for holding at least one second substance, the cup being removably mounted on the neck of the main container such that at least a portion of the cup is suspended within the main container. The cup has an upper portion, a lower portion and one or more arms for connecting the upper and lower portions. Apertures are formed between the upper and lower portions of the cup such that the contents of the cup may mix with the contents of the main container following removal of an inner cap attached to the cup, and agitation of the main container. The cup and neck are sized to provide a void therebetween, thereby also permitting the substances to mix. | 03-12-2009 |
20110290679 | System and Method for Storing and Mixing Two or More Substances - A container system for separately storing and mixing two or more substances. The container system is comprised of a main container for holding at least one first substance and a cup for holding at least one second substance, the cup being removably mounted on the neck of the main container such that at least a portion of the cup is suspended within the main container. The cup has an upper portion, a lower portion, and one or more aims for connecting the upper and lower portions. Apertures are formed between the upper and lower portions of the cup such that the contents of the cup may mix with the contents of the main container following removal of an inner cap attached to the cup, and agitation of the main container. The cup and neck are sized to provide a void therebetween, thereby also permitting the substances to mix. | 12-01-2011 |
Theodore R. Casey, Dallas, TX US
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20090087522 | PACKAGED PROTEIN-ENRICHED FOOD PRODUCT - A protein-enriched food product having enhanced texture characteristics combined with ease of use, a method of its manufacture and a method of its packaging is disclosed. The protein-enriched food product comprises a coarsely granulated mixture of cereal pieces combined with a finely granulated high-protein powder mixture. The cereal mixture has a moisture level between 2% and 20% by weight, and comprises a edible fiber material so that fiber content is between 2% and 20% by weight. The protein powder mixture has a moisture level between 2% and 15% by weight, and includes about 50 to 95% by weight of protein. A novel method of manufacture and packaging disclosed permits a consistent blending of the coarsely granulated mixture of cereal pieces with the finely granulated protein powder mixture in a compact package, while maintaining the larger granularity of the cereal mixture. | 04-02-2009 |
20110217447 | Packaged Protein-Enriched Food Product - A protein-enriched food product having enhanced texture characteristics combined with ease of use, a method of its manufacture and a method of its packaging is disclosed. The protein-enriched food product comprises a coarsely granulated mixture of cereal pieces combined with a finely granulated high-protein powder mixture. The cereal mixture has a moisture level between 2% and 20% by weight, and comprises a edible fiber material so that fiber content is between 2% and 20% by weight. The protein powder mixture has a moisture level between 2% and 15% by weight, and includes about 50 to 95% by weight of protein. A novel method of manufacture and packaging disclosed permits a consistent blending of the coarsely granulated mixture of cereal pieces with the finely granulated protein powder mixture in a compact package, while maintaining the larger granularity of the cereal mixture. | 09-08-2011 |