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Aaron L. Eaton, Wentzville, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080286126Utility pump - A lightweight, inexpensive, corrosion proof, utility pump having a flexible member forming a sliding interference fit with a pump rod with the flexible member confined between a pump rod bushing and an end cap to prevent leakage and a method of converting an inexpensive utility pump from a leaking condition to a non leaking condition without having to modify the existing components of the utility pump.11-20-2008

Alan Eugene Eaton, Miami Beach, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090188512HAIR EXTENSION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A hair extension apparatus includes a plurality of hair strands attached to a support structure configured for positioning on the wearer's head. The support structure can have an upper member defining an upper edge of the support structure, a lower member defining a lower edge of the support structure functionally attached at opposed ends to the upper member, a plurality of lace segments attached to the upper member and the lower member, and a plurality of wefts functionally attached to the lower member and the lace segments. The wefts can be positioned in substantially perpendicular orientation to the lace segments. The wefts and lace segments can be made of an elastic material, so that the support structure is stretchable in vertical and horizontal directions. A plurality of hair engaging members can be attached to the support structure to engage the natural hair of the wearer's head.07-30-2009
20090235945Hairpiece Having Detachable Hair Accessory - A hairpiece product includes a wig releasably attached to a hair accessory. The hair accessory can be a headband having an outer surface and an inner surface. A strip of hook fasteners can be attached to the inner surface of the headband, and a strip of loop fasteners can be attached to the exterior of the wig's support structure. The strip of loop fasteners can be sized for complementary engagement with the strip of hook fasteners attached to the headband. The strip of hook fasteners can be attached to the inner surface of the headband with an adhesive, and the strip of loop fasteners can be attached to the exterior surface of the upper segment with an adhesive.09-24-2009

Alan Roger Eaton, Hendersonville, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090001201Center-feed nozzle in a contained cylindrical feed-inlet tube for improved fluid-energy mill grinding efficiency - This invention relates to a supersonic center-feed nozzle system within the feed-inlet tube of a fluid-energy mill used for grinding particulate material such as titanium dioxide. Particularly, in the feed-inlet tube of the present invention, particulate material is introduced into the supersonic feed jet of primary grinding fluid in almost a perpendicular fashion, with the supersonic nozzle installed in the center of the particulate material core, imparting momentum to the particulate material. The momentum entrains the particulate into the main grinding chamber of the feed-inlet tube. In the main grinding chamber of the feed-inlet tube, a secondary stream of grinding fluid, introduced annularly, constricts the primary jet's divergent flow, enabling a higher turbulent mixing of the grinding fluids and the particulate material.01-01-2009

Anthony L. Eaton, Watsontown, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090118676SAFETY NEEDLE - A packing sleeve for use with a safety needle that automatically covers a tip of a needle following removal of the needle from a patient includes a generally hollow body having a longitudinal axis and a distal end and an open proximal end. The body surrounds at least a portion of the safety needle and has at least one track having an activation leg and a releasing leg. The at least one track is in sliding engagement with at least one member of the safety needle such that the motion of a portion of the safety needle relative to the body is dictated by a path the at least one member follows along the respective at least one track. The safety needle is in an initial position when the at least one member is proximate a first end of the activation leg and in an intermediate position when the at least one member is proximate a second end of the activation leg. The releasing leg extends from the second end of the activation leg and allows the at least one member to be slid toward and then removed from the proximal end of the body.05-07-2009

Bradley W. Eaton, Woodbury, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080230309Multilayer Articles Having Acoustical Absorbance Properties and Methods of Making and Using the Same - Multilayer articles having acoustical absorbance properties are disclosed. Methods of making and using the multilayer articles are also disclosed.09-25-2008
20090039028LIQUID FILTRATION SYSTEMS - Provided are filter elements and methods of making and using the same where the filter elements are suitable for liquid filtration and contain particle-loaded meltblown fiber webs. A filter element comprises: a porous article comprising a web of self-supporting nonwoven polymeric fibers and a plurality of sorbent particles enmeshed in the web, the article comprising a first surface and a second surface; a liquid-impermeable housing surrounding the porous article; an inlet in fluid communication with the first surface; and an outlet in fluid communication with the second surface. Spiral-wound webs, web-covered blocks, and stacked disks of webs are also provided.02-12-2009
20100282682FLUID FILTRATION ARTICLES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Fluid filtration articles, including composite nonwoven fibrous webs, and methods of making and using such articles as gas or liquid filtration elements. The articles include a population of coarse microfibers having a population median diameter of at least 1 micrometer (μm) formed as a first layer, and a population of fine fibers having a population median diameter less than 10 μm formed as a second layer adjoining the first layer. At least one of the fiber populations may be oriented. In one implementation, the coarse microfibers and fine fibers are polymeric, the coarse microfibers have a population median diameter of at least 10 μm, and the fine fibers have a population median diameter less than 10 μm. In another implementation, the population of fine fibers has a population median diameter less than 1 μm. Optionally, one or both of the first and second layers may include particulates.11-11-2010
20110250378PATTERNED SPUNBOND FIBROUS WEBS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Patterned spunbond fibrous webs include a population of spunbond filaments captured in an identifiable pattern corresponding to a patterned collector surface and bonded together without the use of an adhesive prior to removal from the collector surface. The webs may exhibit a high degree of filament orientation and/or a gradient of filament density in one or more directions determined by the patterned collector surface. Methods of making patterned spunbond fibrous webs, and articles including patterned spunbond fibrous webs made according to the methods, are also disclosed. In exemplary applications, the webs may be used in gas filtration articles, liquid filtration articles, sound absorption articles, surface cleaning articles, cellular growth support articles, drug delivery articles, personal hygiene articles, or wound dressing articles.10-13-2011

Patent applications by Bradley W. Eaton, Woodbury, MN US

Bruce Eaton, Longmont, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090004667METHOD FOR GENERATING APTAMERS WITH IMPROVED OFF-RATES - The present disclosure describes improved SELEX methods for producing aptamers that are capable of binding to target molecules and improved photoSELEX methods for producing photoreactive aptamers that are capable of both binding and covalently crosslinking to target molecules. Specifically, the present disclosure describes methods for producing aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than are obtained using prior SELEX and photoSELEX methods. The disclosure further describes aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than those obtained using prior methods. In addition, the disclosure describes aptamer constructs that include a variety of functionalities, including a cleavable element, a detection element, and a capture or immobilization element.01-01-2009
20090042206Multiplexed Analyses of Test Samples - The present disclosure describes methods, devices, reagents, and kits for the detection of one or more target molecules that may be present in a test sample. The described methods, devices, kits, and reagents facilitate the detection and quantification of a non-nucleic acid target (e.g., a protein target) in a test sample by detecting and quantifying a nucleic acid (i.e., an aptamer). The methods described create a nucleic acid surrogate for a non-nucleic acid target, thus allowing the wide variety of nucleic acid technologies, including amplification, to be applied to a broader range of desired targets, especially protein targets. The disclosure further describes aptamer constructs that facilitate the use of aptamers in a variety of analytical detection applications.02-12-2009
20100055695Method For Generating Aptamers with Improved Off-Rates - The present disclosure describes methods for producing aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than are obtained using prior SELEX and photoSELEX methods. The disclosure further describes aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than those obtained using prior methods. This invention relates to the field of diagnostic histology, cytology, histopathology, and cytopathology methods and reagents for the detection of various disease states. More specifically, the invention relates to the use of aptamers in histologic, cytologic, histopathic, and/or cytopathic diagnostic methods. Aptamers may be provided that react with specific target molecules contained within a histological or cytological sample. Aptamers may be used to assess localization, relative density, and presence or absence of one or more target. Targets may be selected that are specific and diagnostic of a given disease state for which the sample was collected. Aptamers may be used to introduce target specific signal moieties. Antigen retrieval methods may be applied to the sample prior to reaction with the specific aptamer/s to improve interaction of the aptamer and target within the sample. Or aptamers may be developed for the specific target that eliminates the need for the antigen retrieval process. In addition to target identification, aptamers may be used to amplify signal generation through a variety of methods.03-04-2010
20100317120Multiplexed Analyses of Test Samples - The present disclosure describes methods, devices, reagents, and kits for the detection of one or more target molecules that may be present in a test sample. In one embodiment, a test sample is contacted with an aptamer that includes a tag and has a specific affinity for a target molecule. An aptamer affinity complex that includes an aptamer bound to its target molecule is allowed to form. If the test sample contains the target molecule, an aptamer affinity complex will generally form in the test sample. The aptamer affinity complex is optionally converted to an aptamer covalent complex that includes an aptamer covalently bound to its target molecule. The aptamer affinity complex (or optional aptamer covalent complex) can then be detected and/or quantified using any of a variety of methods known to one skilled in the art, including using a solid support, using mass spectrometry, and using quantitative polymerase chain reaction (Q-PCR).12-16-2010
20110082286Method for Generating Aptamers with Improved Off-Rates - The present disclosure describes improved SELEX methods for producing aptamers that are capable of binding to target molecules and improved photoSELEX methods for producing photoreactive aptamers that are capable of both binding and covalently crosslinking to target molecules. Specifically, the present disclosure describes methods for producing aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than are obtained using prior SELEX and photoSELEX methods. The disclosure further describes aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than those obtained using prior methods. In addition, the disclosure describes aptamer constructs that include a variety of functionalities, including a cleavable element, a detection element, and a capture or immobilization element.04-07-2011
20110136099Multiplexed Analyses of Test Samples - The present disclosure describes methods, devices, reagents, and kits for the detection of one or more target molecules that may be present in a test sample. The described methods, devices, kits, and reagents facilitate the detection and quantification of a non-nucleic acid target (e.g., a protein target) in a test sample by detecting and quantifying a nucleic acid (i.e., an aptamer). The methods described create a nucleic acid surrogate for a non-nucleic acid target, thus allowing the wide variety of nucleic acid technologies, including amplification, to be applied to a broader range of desired targets, especially protein targets. The disclosure further describes aptamer constructs that facilitate the use of aptamers in a variety of analytical detection applications.06-09-2011
20110245479Method for Generating Aptamers with Improved Off-Rates - The present disclosure describes improved SELEX methods for producing aptamers that are capable of binding to target molecules and improved photoSELEX methods for producing photoreactive aptamers that are capable of both binding and covalently crosslinking to target molecules. Specifically, the present disclosure describes methods for producing aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than are obtained using prior SELEX and photoSELEX methods. The disclosure further describes aptamers and photoaptamers having slower dissociation rate constants than those obtained using prior methods. In addition, the disclosure describes aptamer constructs that include a variety of functionalities, including a cleavable element, a detection element, and a capture or immobilization element.10-06-2011

Patent applications by Bruce Eaton, Longmont, CO US

David Eaton, Fort Walton Beach, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110155840MORPHING AIRCRAFT - A morphing aircraft that is achieves multi-modality location and camouflage for payload emplacement The morphing aircraft includes a substantially cylindrical fuselage including a shape configured as a packaging container with a first end and a second end A set of wings is coupled to the fuselage The set of wings includes a first position where the set of wings is extended outwards from the fuselage and a second position where the set of wings is retracted inwards towards the fuselage A tail is coupled to the second end of the cylindrical fuselage The tail includes a first position where the tail is extended outward from the fuselage and a second position where the tail is retracted inward towards the fuselage A propeller is mounted to the first end of the fuselage An engine is mechanically coupled to the propeller The engine is enclosed within the fuselage and powers the propeller.06-30-2011

David Eaton, Kirkwood, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080261814Alkoxylated Alkylamines/Alkyl Ether Amines With Peaked Distribution - The present invention generally relates to a process for preparing the alkoxylated alkylamines and/or alkyl ether amines. The process consists of three stages, and utilizes an alkali catalyst. The alkoxylated alkyl amines and alkoxylated alkyl ether amines prepared by the process possess the peaked distribution and contain less hazardous by-product.10-23-2008
20100056376ALKOXYLATED ALKYLAMINES/ALKYL ETHER AMINES WITH PEAKED DISTRIBUTION - The present invention relates to processes for preparation of alkoxylated alkyl amines or alkoxylated alkyl ether amines with peaked distribution, surfactants comprising alkoxylated alkyl amines or alkoxylated alkyl ether amines with peaked distribution, and stable herbicidal formulations comprising alkoxylated alkyl amines or alkoxylated alkyl ether amines with peaked distribution.03-04-2010
20100160162HERBICIDE FORMULATIONS CONTAINING AN ETHERAMINE AND ALKYLAMINE ALKOXYLATE SURFACTANT SYSTEM - The present invention generally relates to herbicidal compositions comprising a herbicide, an etheramine alkoxylate surfactant, an alkylamine alkoxylate surfactant having a high degree of alkoxylation and compatibilizer comprising, in some embodiments, an alkylamine alkoxylate surfactant having a low degree of alkoxylation or an alkylpolyglucoside surfactant. The herbicidal compositions are herbicidally efficacious and cause low eye irritation and low crop injury.06-24-2010

David J. Eaton, Newtown, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090157909CONFIGURABLE METHOD FOR CONNECTING ONE OR MORE DEVICES TO A MEDIA PROCESS SYSTEM - A software sign on sequence is provided that allows devices to negotiate how they will communicate, what data will be exchanged and how they will mechanically operate, when they are connected to each other. This avoids the necessity of supplying new software programs to each device which is time consuming and expensive.06-18-2009
20100165066METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING EVIDENCE OF PRINTING IN EVENT OF PRINT HEAD FAILURE - Systems and methods for providing evidence of printing in metering systems even in the event of a print head failure are provided. Along with generating a primary image for an indicium that evidences payment, a secondary image for the indicium, identical to a corresponding portion of the primary image but at a lower density, with physical boundaries that are within the boundaries of the primary image, is also generated. The primary image is printed by a first nozzle array, and the secondary image is printed by a second nozzle array. Because the primary image completely overlaps the secondary image, the secondary image is undetectable if the primary image is properly printed. The secondary image provides evidence of printing of the indicium that can be used to obtain a refund for the indicium in the event that the primary image was not printed due to failure of the first nozzle array.07-01-2010
20100312376METHOD FOR COMMITTING MATERIAL TO A MODULE OF AN INSERTING SYSTEM - A method for maximizing the overall efficiency of an insertion system by running the system with the optimal balance between system throughput and potential for system stoppages. In other words, the system is capable of running at less than maximum throughput if running at such throughput is causing excessive amounts of system stoppages and thus, negatively impacting overall system efficiency. The foregoing is accomplished by an algorithm that controls the flow of material being processed by a particular section of the machine, or “module”. This algorithm is capable of reducing the flow rate of material to, or within, that module if a problem arises downstream that may lead to a paper jam.12-09-2010

Patent applications by David J. Eaton, Newtown, CT US

David R. Eaton, St. Louis, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090011515Control of N-(Phosphonomethyl)Iminodiacetic Acid Conversion in Manufacture of Glyphosate - This invention relates to the preparation of N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine (“glyphosate”) from N-(phosphonomethyl)iminodiacetic acid (“PMIDA”), and more particularly to methods for control of the conversion of PMIDA, for the identification of reaction end points relating to PMIDA conversion and the preparation of glyphosate products having controlled PMIDA content.01-08-2009
20110097810CONTROL OF N-(PHOSPHONOMETHYL)IMINODIACETIC ACID CONVERSION IN MANUFACTURE OF GLYPHOSATE - This invention relates to the preparation of N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine (“glyphosate”) from N-(phosphonomethyl)iminodiacetic acid (“PMIDA”), and more particularly to methods for control of the conversion of PMIDA, for the identification of reaction end points relating to PMIDA conversion and the preparation of glyphosate products having controlled PMIDA content.04-28-2011

Patent applications by David R. Eaton, St. Louis, MO US

Donald Eaton, Leesport, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110191921Weeping redbud named "Pink Heartbreaker" - A new and distinct redbud tree named ‘Pink Heartbreaker’ is characterized by its strong weeping growth. This cultivar also exhibits vigorous growth throughout the growing season and striking clusters of pink flowers during the spring bloom. Like the parent plant, 08-04-2011

Douglas W. Eaton, Las Vegas, NV US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100038563Interlaced multi-energy radiation sources - Multi-energy radiation sources comprising charged particle accelerators driven by power generators providing different RF powers to the accelerator, capable of interlaced operation, are disclosed. Automatic frequency control techniques are provided to match the frequency of RF power provided to the accelerator with the accelerator resonance frequency. In one example where the power generator is a mechanically tunable magnetron, an automatic frequency controller is provided to match the frequency of RF power pulses at one power to the accelerator resonance frequency when those RF power pulses are provided, and the magnetron is operated such that frequency shift in the magnetron at the other power at least partially matches the resonance frequency shift in the accelerator when those RF power pulses are provided. In other examples, when the power generator is a klystron or electrically tunable magnetron, separate automatic frequency controllers are provided for each RF power pulse. Methods and systems are disclosed.02-18-2010

Edward J. Eaton, Bay Shore, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110195205Universal Tank Overlay - A universal tank overlay is described that can be attached to different sizes and configurations of storage tanks. The overlay comprises a flexible layer of material that includes at least one section. The layer is adapted to connect to a storage tank that includes two opposing end walls that are connected by an at least partially arcuate elongate tubular sidewall. The tank also includes a plurality of pipes that provide for flow into, from and vent the tank. The layer includes at least one aperture that adjusts to receive the plurality of pipes on the tank. The layer has a first position that is separate from the tank and a second position that includes the layer attached to the tank. In the second position the storage tank at least partially covers the tank. The layer is adapted for positioning on the sidewall of the tank. The layer is attached to the tank using fasteners.08-11-2011

Elizabeth Eaton, Bloomington, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110295234OFFSET SOFT TIP WITH PROPOSED TOOLING - A medical catheter device is disclosed that comprises a tubular shaft member, a soft tip member, and a wire guide lumen extending longitudinally within the tubular shaft member and the soft tip member. The wire guide lumen is offset relative to the centerline within the soft tip member. By offsetting the inner diameter of the soft tip member in such a way as to not change the outward profile of the catheter, the soft tip will have improved tracking across existing stents and eccentric lesions.12-01-2011

Elizabeth A. Eaton, Bloomington, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100274277EMBOLIC PROTECTION DEVICE WITH MAXIMIZED FLOW-THROUGH - An embolic protection device for capturing emboli during treatment of a lesion in a blood vessel is presented. This embolic protection device generally comprises a plurality of struts having a predetermined shape and being configured to move between an expanded state for engagement with the blood vessel and a collapsed state for filter retrieval and delivery and a filter portion circumferentially attached to the struts having a proximal end and a distal end; the filter portion extending freely from the proximal end to a closed distal end. The filter portion forms at least one annulus chamber in the expanded state with the closed distal end of each chamber being not coincident to the center longitudinal axis of the blood vessel in order capture emboli in the chambers and to reduce any overall restriction of blood flow through the filter portion.10-28-2010
20110152905BALLOON WITH SCORING MEMBER - A circumferentially and longitudinally continuous scoring structure having a diameter in an initial unrestrained state that is smaller than a deflated diameter of the balloon is disposed around an outer surface of the balloon in an expanded configuration. The scoring structure continually exerts a radially inward compressive force against the balloon such that when the balloon is expanded from a deflated configuration to an inflated configuration, the scoring structure expands in a radially outward direction and remains in continuous compressive contact with at least a portion of the balloon as the balloon unfolds. The scoring structure may be entirely free of attachment to the balloon and catheter, and may extend substantially a length of a working region of the balloon. The scoring structure may include a plurality of circumferentially compressible members connecting longitudinal members.06-23-2011

Eric Eaton, Newark Valley, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080290005CONFIGURABLE INTELLIGENT CONVEYOR SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method includes deducting selected ones of a plurality of products from a first sorting and/or sequencing system to a conveying system, and determining data including at least one of: a predicted position of each of the selected ones of the plurality of products within the conveying system, and speed and direction of conveyors of the conveying system. The method also includes controlling movement of the selected ones of the plurality of products through the conveying system by controlling speed and direction of the conveyors based upon the determined data, and inducting the selected ones of the plurality of products onto a second sorting and/or sequencing system.11-27-2008

Gareth Eaton, Denver, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110210737EPR USING FRANK SEQUENCE - Various systems and methods for detecting electron spins using electron paramagnetic resonance are described. An excitation signal generator configured to generate an excitation signal of varying amplitude and phase as compared to a reference signal may be present. A crossed loop resonator configured to isolate a detection signal produced by the excitation signal exciting an object with a magnetic field may also be preset. Further, a detection device configured to detect electron spins of the object using the detection signal isolated by the crossed loop resonator may be present.09-01-2011

Harry A. Eaton, Columbia, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110014717Sensor System and Methods for Chemical Detection - A miniature system encapsulating a chemical transducer (sensor) prepared for a specific chemical, coupled with a miniature radio transmitter that relays information to a handheld receiver on the presence, or absence, of the target chemical. The system is deployed by several means, such as grenade, small rocket, large caliber rifle, drone plane, etc. The deployment device can hold many such sensor devices, each prepared for a particular toxic chemical, such as chlorine, hydrogen sulfide, or phosgene.01-20-2011

Harry E. Eaton, Woodstock, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110200759OXIDATION RESISTANT COATINGS, PROCESSES FOR COATING ARTICLES, AND THEIR COATED ARTICLES - A process for applying an oxidation resistant coating to an article includes the steps of mixing at least about 10% by volume to up to about 99% by volume of a slurry at least one silica based material having a viscosity of about 1×1008-18-2011

Harry E. Eaton, Windsor Heights, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090205894Leaning vehicle - A three wheeled motorcycle is provided with a rear wheel support which pivots as the motorcycle turns. In addition to pivoting, the wheel support allows the frame to lean into the turn, thereby increasing the speed and safety with which a rider may take a turn with the motorcycle. The rotation of the wheel support and angle of lean may be determined manually by a rider or may be automatically programmed to react to changing forces and road conditions as the motorcycle moves through a turn.08-20-2009

James Eaton, Gardner, KS US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110106565Proximity-Based Task Lists - Systems, methods, and computer-readable media for providing proximity-based task lists to clinicians are provided. In embodiments, a task is identified as well as a clinician that is near a location associated with the task. In addition to identifying clinicians that are near the location associated with the task, clinicians authorized to complete the task and available to complete the task are identified. If all criteria are met, a clinician may be assigned to the task and notified of the task. Additionally, a task may be reassigned to a different clinician should any of the criteria fail to be satisfied at any point.05-05-2011

James K. Eaton, Brighton, MI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110221261VEHICLE WHEEL ASSEMBLIES AND VALVES FOR USE WITH A CENTRAL TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM - Wheel assemblies and valves for use with central tire inflation systems are provided. A wheel assembly may include a wheel having a rim and a wall extending radially inwardly from the rim. The wall may include an inboard side and an outboard side, and a central opening therethrough. The wheel may include a wheel duct for communicating pressurized fluid to a tire. A valve may be secured to the wheel wall. The valve may include an inboard side and an outboard side. The valve may include a hub interface adapted to extend from its inboard side. The hub interface may be adapted to extend around the wheel wall. The valve may include an inlet duct opening on the hub interface to communicate with a duct in a wheel hub on which the wheel is mounted. The valve may also include an outlet duct configured to communicate with the wheel duct.09-15-2011

Jared Paul Eaton, Stratham, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110101604Apparatus for varying the speed of printed products having an external eccentric assembly and method - An apparatus for varying the speed of printed products is provided. The apparatus includes a nip roll rotatable about a nip roll axis and an eccentric assembly external of the nip roll coupled to the nip roll coincident with the nip roll axis. The eccentric assembly is adapted to eccentrically move the nip roll. A method of varying the speed of a printed product in a printing press is also provided.05-05-2011

Jason Eaton, Livonia, MI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100292037GUIDE OR TENSIONING RAIL IN A TRACTION DRIVE - A guide or tensioning rail (11-18-2010

Jason P. Eaton, Hunker, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080245369Patient Interface Device - A patient interface device that includes a support member sized and configured to span at least a portion of a patient's face while remaining below the patient's eyes responsive to the patient interface device being donned by such a patient. A sealing assembly is attached to the support member via a snap assembly associated with the support member and the sealing assembly. The snap assembly allows the sealing assembly to selectively attach to the support member.10-09-2008
20090031500Infant Positioning System and Prone Positioning Apparatus Therefor - A prone positioning apparatus includes a support member for supporting an infant in a prone position. The support member has first and second ends, first and second sides having first and second opposing recesses, respectively, a top surface facing the infant, and a bottom surface. A first portion disposed at or about the first end, supports the infant's head or trunk. A second portion extends from the first portion and supports the other of the infant's head or trunk. The infant's head and trunk are, therefore, aligned and elevated with respect to at least a portion of the infant's arms and legs, in order that the infant's spine is substantially straight. The first and second recesses receive at least a portion of one of the infant's arms. A support system including at least one accessory for securing the infant in the prone position, is also disclosed.02-05-2009
20090032018System Adapted to Provide a Flow of Gas to an Airway of a Patient - A system adapted to provide a flow of gas to an airway of a patient. The system comprises a first conduit, a second conduit, an interface appliance, and a retention assembly. The first conduit has a proximal end and a distal end. The second conduit has a proximal end and a distal end. The interface appliance has an inlet opening, an outlet opening, and one or more airway openings. The inlet opening is engaged with the proximal end of the first conduit such that the flow of gas is provided from the first conduit to the interface appliance at the engagement between the inlet opening and the proximal end of the first conduit. The one or more airway openings are adapted to deliver a portion of the flow of gas to the airway of the patient. The outlet opening is engaged with the proximal end of the second conduit such that a portion of the flow of gas is released from the interface appliance into the second conduit at the engagement between the outlet opening and the proximal end of the second conduit. The retention assembly retains the interface appliance in position with respect to the airway of the patient by engaging the first and second conduits such that if the interface appliance is in position with respect to the airway of the patient the first conduit and the second conduit run laterally across the patient's face on each side of the interface appliance underneath the eyes of the patient.02-05-2009
20090038619FULL FACE RESPIRATORY MASK WITH INTEGRATED NASAL INTERFACE - A patient interface that reliably and comfortably seals a user's face by providing an oral-nasal mask that includes an integrated nasal interface. The patient interface includes a seal member having an oral cushion portion configured to surround the user's mouth and a nasal interface portion that provides an interface with the user's nose. The seal member, including the oral cushion portion and the nasal interface portion, is a unitary member. Finally, the nasal interface portion remains below the bridge of the nose.02-12-2009
20110126841PATIENT INTERFACE DEVICE - A patient interface device that includes a support member sized and configured to span at least a portion of a patient's face while remaining below the patient's eyes responsive to the patient interface device being donned by such a patient and a sealing assembly operatively coupled to the support member such that the support member is moveable relative to the support member. The support member defines a gas carrying conduit adapted to carry a flow of gas to the sealing assembly. The support member is a single-piece unitary member and includes a conduit coupling portion adapted to be coupled to a patient circuit.06-02-2011
20110308526FULL FACE RESPIRATORY MASK WITH INTEGRATED NASAL INTERFACE - A patient interface that reliably and comfortably seals a user's face by providing an oral-nasal mask that includes an integrated nasal interface. The patient interface includes a seal member having an oral cushion portion configured to surround the user's mouth and a nasal interface portion that provides an interface with the user's nose. The seal member, including the oral cushion portion and the nasal interface portion, is a unitary member. Finally, the nasal interface portion remains below the bridge of the nose.12-22-2011

Patent applications by Jason P. Eaton, Hunker, PA US

Jeffrey A. Eaton, Roseau, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110139528SNOWMOBILE - A vehicle is shown such as a snowmobile, where a frame includes a tunnel and a front frame portion comprised of cast halves. A suspension system is comprised of upper and lower control arms connected to the front frame portion. Some of the frame components are adhesively fixed together. A powertrain is supported by the frame, and is comprised of an engine and a clutch. The clutch includes a clutch guard supporting an oil container. The engine has an exhaust system which extends through the front frame portion. The snowmobile also has a rear snow deflector.06-16-2011

John Eaton, Mount Vernon, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120071917Self-Locking Tourniquet and Automated Timer - Tourniquet assemblies are provided including a pressure applicator adapted to be secured around a limb and a tensioning mechanism for applying a working tension to the pressure applicator. The tensioning mechanism may include a platform, a clip and a tensioning member. The tensioning mechanism may be configured to apply the working tension via rotation of the tensioning member, and the clip may be configured to receive, and at least temporarily inhibit rotation of, the tensioning member. A tension indicator may also be provided including a base configured to attach to a tourniquet strap, a platform configured to move relative to the base when subjected to a tourniquet working pressure, and one or more tactile or visual indicators configured to provide a variable tactile or visual indicator based on the tourniquet working pressure.03-22-2012

John Eaton, Oxford, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090280229METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANUFACTURING PROTEIN BEVERAGES - An apparatus for hot filling containers with protein beverage may comprise a batch tank adapted for receiving a protein beverage, a first heat exchanger adapted for heating the protein beverage to a pasteurizing temperature, a reservoir adapted for receiving the protein beverage and having an overflow stream of the protein beverage, a filler adapted for at least partially filling containers with the protein beverage, a second heat exchanger adapted for cooling the overflow stream, a rework tank adapted for receiving the overflow stream, and a control valve adapted for controlling a percentage of the overflow stream recycled to the first heat exchanger from the rework tank such that the protein beverage remains substantially free of floc. A method for making a protein beverage substantially free of floc is also described.11-12-2009

John W. Eaton, Prospect, KY US

Michael R. Eaton, Wilmington, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100270193Adjustable Inclined Tool Box - The present invention is related to an adjustable inclined tool box for holding tools. In addition, the user can comfortably lie on the tool box at an incline when working in a supine position. The incline of the tool box can be changed by adjusting the height of at least one height adjustable foot connected to the bottom of the tool box. An optional lip connected to the tool box and extending therefrom can be provided in order to provide a smooth transition from the back rest of the tool box to a cabinet space floor if being used for work under a cabinet.10-28-2010

Patrick Eaton, Arlington, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090112789Policy based file management - Managing files includes receiving a plurality of policies for a new file, where different policies may be applied according to predetermined conditions, receiving a request to create a new file, selecting an appropriate policy for the new file according to the predetermined conditions, determining if sufficient resources are available according to the appropriate policy, and obtaining file objects to create the file in response to their being sufficient resources according to the appropriate policy. Policies may be received via a user management interface. The predetermined conditions may include an identity of a client creating a file. The appropriate policy may include information regarding mirrors for the file. The appropriate policy may indicate a minimum geographic distance between the mirrors.04-30-2009
20090112811Exposing storage resources with differing capabilities - Tracking storage resources includes providing a table containing storage resources along with capabilities and statuses thereof, updating the table in response to a change of status of a storage resource, updating the table in response to a change in capabilities of a storage resource and, in response to an inquiry for a storage resource having a particular capability, searching the table for a storage resource having the particular capability. Tracking storage resources may also include adding an element to the table in response to a new resource being added to the system. The capabilities may include RAID striping, data deduplication, and green operation. The status may be one of: on-line, off-line, and full.04-30-2009
20090112879Simultanously accessing file objects through web services and file services - Accessing data file objects includes providing a file system interface on a client, where the file system interface allows an application running on the client to make file system calls to access the data file objects. A Web Services interface may also be provided on the client, where the Web Services interface allows an application to access file objects using the Web Services at the same time that file objects are being accessed through the file system interface. The Web Services interface may be a SOAP interface and/or a REST interface. Accessing data file objects may also include providing a direct file object interface on the client, where the direct file object interface allows an application to directly access file objects at the same time that file objects are being accessed using the Web Services interface and using the file system interface.04-30-2009
20090112880Managing file objects in a data storage system - Managing file objects in a data storage system includes providing a plurality of metadata servers, each metadata server having information for only a subset of file objects in the storage system, each subset for each of the metadata servers being less than a total number of file objects for the system and includes providing at least one metadata location server, where an entity accessing a specific file object of the system determines which of the metadata servers contains data for the specific file object by first accessing the at least one metadata location server. Information for the subset of file objects may include a table having file identifiers and metadata location information. The metadata location information may point to data storage for a metadata object for a file.04-30-2009
20090112921Managing files using layout storage objects - Managing a plurality of files includes providing at least one server having a table with plurality of file identifiers, each of the file identifiers including a pointer to a metadata file object containing a layout storage object that indicates storage parameters for corresponding files and includes accessing a particular one of the files by obtaining information from the at least one server to access the layout storage object corresponding to the particular file to determine synchronous and asynchronous mirrors for the file. Each layout storage object may be provided as a tree and leaves of the tree may map logical addresses of a corresponding file to data storage locations. At least one internal node of the tree may indicate that at least one leaf node thereof is a mirror of an other leaf node thereof.04-30-2009
20110029487Simultaneously accessing file objects through Web services and file services - Accessing data file objects includes providing a file system interface on a client, where the file system interface allows an application running on the client to make file system calls to access the data file objects. A Web Services interface may also be provided on the client, where the Web Services interface allows an application to access file objects using the Web Services at the same time that file objects are being accessed through the file system interface. The Web Services interface may be a SOAP interface and/or a REST interface. Accessing data file objects may also include providing a direct file object interface on the client, where the direct file object interface allows an application to directly access file objects at the same time that file objects are being accessed using the Web Services interface and using the file system interface.02-03-2011
20110219032MANAGING FILES USING LAYOUT STORAGE OBJECTS - Managing file objects in a data storage system includes providing a plurality of metadata servers, each metadata server having information for only a subset of file objects in the storage system, each subset for each of the metadata servers being less than a total number of file objects for the system and includes providing at least one metadata location server, where an entity accessing a specific file object of the system determines which of the metadata servers contains data for the specific file object by first accessing the at least one metadata location server. Information for the subset of file objects may include a table having file identifiers and metadata location information. The metadata location information may point to data storage for a metadata object for a file.09-08-2011
20120059799MANAGING OBJECTS FOR A DATA FILE - Managing file objects in a data storage system includes providing a plurality of metadata servers, each metadata server having information for only a subset of file objects in the storage system, each subset for each of the metadata servers being less than a total number of file objects for the system and includes providing at least one metadata location server, where an entity accessing a specific file object of the system determines which of the metadata servers contains data for the specific file object by first accessing the at least one metadata location server. Information for the subset of file objects may include a table having file identifiers and metadata location information. The metadata location information may point to data storage for a metadata object for a file.03-08-2012

Patent applications by Patrick Eaton, Arlington, MA US

Peter T. Eaton, Clarksville, VA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120091864Magi - Magnetic invention - A Magnetic Invention, or a magnetic field power convertor, provided with a driveshaft inserted transversely through a custom rare-earth neodymium magnet. This combination is then mounted inside a cylindrical electromagnet. Two sets of coils, referred to as the motor coils and the generator coils, are designed with a custom-built proximity switch and pulser system. The duration and amount of the input pulse and energy are minute and the output energy from the Magnetic Invention occurs continuously throughout the entire cycle.04-19-2012

Robert B. Eaton, Littleton, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090122295Increasing measurement rate in time of flight measurement apparatuses - An apparatus for measuring distance to a surface is disclosed. The apparatus transmits at least one subsequent pulse of light prior to receiving a reflection of a previously sent pulse of light. Thus, multiple pulses of light are in-flight at a given time. The embodiments are applicable to terrain mapping, bathymetry, seismology, detecting faults, biomass measurement, wind speed measurement, temperature calculation, traffic speed measurement, military target identification, surface to air rangefinding, high definition survey, close range photogrammetry, atmospheric composition, meteorology, distance measurement, as well as many other applications. Examples of such apparatuses include laser ranging systems, such as light detection and ranging (LIDAR) systems, and laser scanners. Data received from the apparatus by a data processing unit can be used to create a data model, such as a point cloud, digital surface model or digital terrain model describing the surface, terrain, and/or objects.05-14-2009

Sandra Eaton, Denver, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110210737EPR USING FRANK SEQUENCE - Various systems and methods for detecting electron spins using electron paramagnetic resonance are described. An excitation signal generator configured to generate an excitation signal of varying amplitude and phase as compared to a reference signal may be present. A crossed loop resonator configured to isolate a detection signal produced by the excitation signal exciting an object with a magnetic field may also be preset. Further, a detection device configured to detect electron spins of the object using the detection signal isolated by the crossed loop resonator may be present.09-01-2011

Scott Eaton, Briarcliff Manor, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100210961SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GRAPHIC DISPLAY OF ST-SEGMENT DEVIATION - Systems and methods are provided for monitoring a patient and graphically representing ST-segment deviations. A receiver acquires, from a plurality of leads, electrocardiogram (ECG) signals that each includes an ST-segment. A processor processes the ECG signals to determine baseline and current ST-segment deviations relative to an isoelectric value. A display module displays a graph that includes a first axis representing ST-segment deviation values and a second axis representing the plurality of leads. At each location along the second axis representing a respective lead, the graph displays a first set of graphic indicia representing the baseline ST-segment deviations and a second set of graphic indicia representing the current ST-segment deviations. In certain embodiments, the graphic indicia are represented by bar graphs. In other embodiments, the graphic indicia are represented by symbols that may be connected by line segments.08-19-2010
20100276195CABLES FOR PATIENT MONITORING AND RELATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Patient monitoring systems can include a cable for transmitting information from a patient parameter sensor to a monitor. The cable can include an electrical circuit that can store information regarding the cable and can communicate information to the monitor.11-04-2010
20110047298SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SELECTING PARAMETERS USED IN A PORTABLE PATIENT MONITOR - A patient monitoring system includes a patient monitor and a plurality of docking stations. Each docking station is associated with a set of patient monitor configurations. Interfacing the patient monitor with a particular docking station allows a user to select one or more of the set of patient monitor configurations associated with the particular docking station for use in the patient monitor.02-24-2011
20110148622SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING - A system includes a local patient monitor and a plurality of remote patient monitors. The local patient monitor may display a plurality of physiological parameters for a local patient. The local patient monitor may further display a remote monitoring interface with the local patient's physiological parameters. The remote monitoring interface may include a plurality of status icons respectively representing the plurality of remote patient monitors. In one embodiment, the local patient monitor receives alarm information from a first remote patient monitor indicating that one or more physiological parameters for a remote patient are outside of a determined range. The alarm information may include, for example, location information for the remote patient and an alarm condition indicated by the one or more physiological parameters. The local patient monitor may display the alarm information within the remote monitoring interface.06-23-2011
20110148624SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING A LOCATION OF A MEDICAL DEVICE - Disclosed herein are systems and method for locating medical devices on a network. The medical devices to be located comprise a unique identifier, which may be transmitted to a server over the network. The network may have a plurality of network connection points. The server may include a location subsystem configured to store a location of each of the plurality of network connection points. The server may also include a device tracking subsystem configured to store a last known device location based on the unique device identifier. The last known location of the medical device may be updated when the medical device is connected to the network based on the location of the one of the plurality of network connection points used to transmit the unique device identifier.06-23-2011
20110152628CABLES FOR PATIENT MONITORING AND RELATED SYSTEMS WITH INTEGRATED FRONT END - Patient monitoring systems can include a system for transmitting information from a patient parameter sensor to a patient monitor. The system can include an analogue-to-digital converter close to the patient parameter sensor and can transmit digital signals through a cable to the patient monitor.06-23-2011
20110152629SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SYNCHRONIZING DATA OF A PATIENT MONITOR AND A PORTABLE SENSOR MODULE - A patient monitor is synchronized with a portable sensor module by detecting a first coupling of the portable sensor module to the patient monitor. In response to the first coupling, the portable sensor module and the patient monitor each store configuration settings and record patient data acquired through the portable sensor module. After the portable sensor module is decoupled from the patient monitor, the portable sensor module continues to store patient data and the configuration settings stored in the patient monitor and the portable sensor module are allowed to change relative to one another. Upon detecting a second coupling of the portable sensor module to the patient monitor, the portable sensor module and the patient monitor resynchronize with one another to remove any differences in the configuration settings and to provide copies of any patient data missing from either the portable sensor module and the patient monitor.06-23-2011
20110160606SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GRAPHIC DISPLAY OF ST-SEGMENT DEVIATION - Systems and methods are provided for monitoring a patient and graphically representing ST-segment deviations. A receiver acquires, from a plurality of leads, electrocardiogram (ECG) signals that each includes an ST-segment. A processor processes the ECG signals to determine baseline and current ST-segment deviations relative to an isoelectric value. A display module displays a graph that includes a first axis representing ST-segment deviation values and a second axis representing the plurality of leads. At each location along the second axis representing a respective lead, the graph displays a first set of graphic indicia representing the baseline ST-segment deviations and a second set of graphic indicia representing the current ST-segment deviations. In certain embodiments, the graphic indicia are represented by bar graphs. In other embodiments, the graphic indicia are represented by symbols that may be connected by line segments.06-30-2011
20110178376SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING - A system includes a local patient monitor and a plurality of remote patient monitors. The local patient monitor may display a plurality of physiological parameters for a local patient. The local patient monitor may further display a remote monitoring interface with the local patient's physiological parameters. The remote monitoring interface may include a plurality of status icons respectively representing the plurality of remote patient monitors. In one embodiment, the local patient monitor receives alarm information from a first remote patient monitor indicating that one or more physiological parameters for a remote patient are outside of a determined range. The alarm information may include, for example, location information for the remote patient and an alarm condition indicated by the one or more physiological parameters. The local patient monitor may display the alarm information within the remote monitoring interface.07-21-2011
20120026119SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING - A system includes a local patient monitor and a plurality of remote patient monitors. The local patient monitor may display a plurality of physiological parameters for a local patient. The local patient monitor may further display a remote monitoring interface with the local patient's physiological parameters. The remote monitoring interface may include a plurality of status icons respectively representing the plurality of remote patient monitors. In one embodiment, the local patient monitor receives alarm information from a first remote patient monitor indicating that one or more physiological parameters for a remote patient are outside of a determined range. The alarm information may include, for example, location information for the remote patient and an alarm condition indicated by the one or more physiological parameters. The local patient monitor may display the alarm information within the remote monitoring interface.02-02-2012
20120041328SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GRAPHIC DISPLAY OF ST-SEGMENT DEVIATION - Systems and methods are provided for monitoring a patient and graphically representing ST-segment deviations.02-16-2012

Patent applications by Scott Eaton, Briarcliff Manor, NY US

Steve Eaton, Colorado Springs, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100060315HIGH CAPACITIVE LOAD AND NOISE TOLERANT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE DRIVE STRENGTH OF OUTPUT DRIVERS IN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DEVICES - An output driver calibration circuit includes a programmable drive strength output pullup driver including a strongest transistor and a number of other transistors, a programmable drive strength output pulldown driver including a strongest transistor and a number of other transistors, and a calibration circuit for generating a number of control signals for controlling the transistors in the output pullup driver and the transistors in the output pulldown driver, wherein the control signals are generated simultaneously, except for two the strongest driver transistors.03-11-2010

Tim Eaton, Independence, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090239651Blackjack Variation with Additional Player Options - A method, system, and computer readable storage medium to provide a blackjack variation to be played in a casino. After each player has reviewed his or her initial two cards, each player then has the option to double their wager and receive an unlimited number of cards, or triple their wager and receive a single card. Then, play can proceed and each player wins or loses their wagers according to a comparison of point totals between the player's hand and the dealer's hand.09-24-2009

Timothy Wayne Eaton, Centreville, VA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080317265ANTI-EAVESDROPPING DEVICE - An anti-eavesdropping device is described. The device comprises a receiving compartment for receiving an electronic device, a noise generator, and an EMI filter. The receiving compartment is sealable to minimize signal emissions from the interior to the exterior and from the exterior to the interior, and the noise generator is coupled with the receiving compartment and the EMI filter. The EMI filter is operatively coupled with the noise generator.12-25-2008

William Eaton, Brooklyn Park, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080224881PROTECTIVE COVER FOR A SENSOR - A protective cover for a sensing surface of a control sensor/proximity detector. The protective cover comprises a material having a preferred shore-A durometer hardness in the range of 60-90, a preferred tensile strength of 1320 psi (92.82 kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm2)) or greater, a preferred dielectric strength of around 300 volts/mil, and a preferred thermal conductivity of 0.3 to 0.5×1009-18-2008

William Eaton, Woodstock, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100101977Stackable Packaging For Lipped Containers - A packaging form or blank for one or more lipped containers, where each of the containers has an upper lip that extends outward beyond the periphery of the container body, and where the containers have been placed one inside another to create a nested stack configuration. The form or blank is an elongated, flat construction that defines an opening that is sized and shaped such that when a container body is inserted through the opening, the form rests against the bottom of the lip of the container at the bottom of the stack. When the form is then folded over the stack, the form rests against the top of the lip of the container at the top of the stack. The form or blank also comprises one or more longitudinally-extending sections adapted to be folded to span the space on one side between the form portions that are adjacent to the lips of the containers at the bottom and top of the stack, and laterally-extending flaps that are adapted to be folded to span the spaces between the form portions on two other sides adjacent to the one side, to fully enclose the folded form around the lips of the stack of containers.04-29-2010

William C. Eaton, Cary, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100079379PORTABLE COMMUNICATION DEVICE HAVING AN ELECTROLUMINESCENT DRIVEN HAPTIC KEYPAD - A portable communication device includes a touch-sensitive input device configured to provide haptic feedback. The touch-sensitive input device includes a touch-sensitive panel configured to detect user contact, an electroluminescent panel disposed below the touch-sensitive panel, and a haptic feedback panel disposed below the electroluminescent panel. The haptic feedback panel cooperates with the electroluminescent panel to provide haptic feedback upon detection of user contact with the touch-sensitive input device.04-01-2010

Zane Eaton, Plymouth, WI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110172966DIAGNOSTIC METHOD FOR AN ENGINE-GENERATOR SET - A diagnostic test is conducted by operating an engine-generator set at a plurality of reduced speeds. At each of those speeds, operating parameters of the engine are sensed and analyzed to detect an unsatisfactory operating condition. For example, such operating parameters may include speed of the engine-generator set, engine oil pressure and level, engine temperature, coolant level, and battery voltage. When a transition in engine speed occurs, a throttle test also may be conducted to measure how quickly and smoothly the engine reaches the new speed. After the engine reaches the normal operating speed, the generator is activated to produce electricity. One or more characteristic of that electricity, such as voltage, current and frequency, are sensed and evaluated to detect an unsatisfactory operating condition.07-14-2011

Zane C. Eaton, Plymouth, WI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090218991METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REGULATING EXCITATION OF AN ALTERNATOR - A hybrid voltage regulator controls the voltage of three phases of alternating electricity produced by an alternator. A digital voltage regulator produces an average of the RMS voltage for each phase and produces an error value based on a ratio of the voltage to the frequency of the alternating electricity. The RMS voltage average and the error value are used to modify a voltage command designating a desired voltage level. The modified voltage command is processed by an analog voltage regulator that rectifies the alternator output voltage which then is averaged over an period of time. The resultant average voltage value is utilized to modify the voltage command to produce a regulated voltage command that determines a level of current to apply to excite the alternator.09-03-2009
20110175372ADAPTIVE CONTROL OF AN ELECTRICAL GENERATOR SET BASED ON LOAD MAGNITUDE - A generator set includes an internal combustion engine and a generator driven by the engine. The generator provides electricity to a plurality of loads, each of which is selectively connected to the generator by a switch. The generator set is controlled by a method that includes receiving a command to connect a given load to the generator. In response to that command, a throttle of the engine is changed to a transition throttle position and an transition excitation voltage is applied to the generator. Then the switch is operated to connect the given load to the generator. Thereafter, in response to a defined event occurring, the throttle is changed to a normal position and a normal excitation voltage is applied to the generator.07-21-2011