Brandon C Kirby

US Patent:

8395093, Mar 12, 2013

Filed:

Apr 6, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/754708

Inventors:

Frank Auffinger, III - Hamilton OH, US
Michael Richard Maddux - Jamestown OH, US
Kristopher Karl Aber - Cincinnati OH, US
Brandon Charles Kirby - Morgantown WV, US

Assignee:

Cornerstone Research Group, Inc. - Dayton OH

International Classification:

H05B 3/16
H05B 3/34

US Classification:

219543, 219546, 219549

Abstract:

The preferred embodiment utilizes metal coated high strain fabric reinforcement including but not limited to fiberglass, cotton fiber, or other materials that can undergo deformation, and various resin or elastomer compounds to create a conductive polymer whose resistivity and resistance remain essentially constant under a strain of approximately 0-150% or more. Additionally, the preferred embodiment utilizes a method of imprinting, depositing, etching, or embossing a design or pattern of conductive metal on fabric used in composites. The use of designs of conductive metals wrapped around a deformable core and the unique features of elastomeric polymers allows for their use as a flexible circuit board, formable heaters, and other various uses.

US Patent:

20100314402, Dec 16, 2010

Filed:

Mar 6, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/526360

Inventors:

Eric W. Traxler - Beavercreek OH, US
Jaime B. Vanderhorst - West Chester OH, US
David E. Havens - Bellbrock OH, US
Brandon C. Kirby - Beavercreek OH, US
Michael J. Fisher - Springboro OH, US
Joel J. Everhart - Beavercreek OH, US
Matthew C. Everhart - Fairborn OH, US
Kevin J. Heitkamp - Chicago IL, US

International Classification:

B65D 90/22

US Classification:

220745

Abstract:

The disclosed device primarily consists of a band, ring, or other piece of shape memory polymer (SMP) or SMP composite in various embodiments that allows or disallows containment. When the SMP reaches its transition temperature (Tg) the SMP provides the means for releasing containment of the pressurized material so as to prevent ignition or explosion of hazardous material. At normal operating temperatures, the SMP is in a deformed shape maintaining an environmental seal to protect the contents of the container. When environmental conditions cause the SMP or SMP composite to exceed its Tg, specified by the operating requirements, the SMP returns to its memory shape in a controlled geometry, rather than simply melting. The return of the SMP to its memory shape causes the venting of the container in different manners depending on which embodiment is utilized.

US Patent:

20110084174, Apr 14, 2011

Filed:

Feb 20, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/918408

Inventors:

Christopher Douglas Hemmelgarn - South Charleston OH, US
Bryan Michael Pelley - Miamisburg OH, US
Kristin Marie Cable - Monroe, UA
Brandon Charles Kirby - Lavale MD, US

Assignee:

CORNERSTONE RESEARCH GROUP, INC. - DAYTON OH

International Classification:

B64C 21/10
B64C 27/467

US Classification:

244200, 416241 R

Abstract:

Morphing an aerodynamic body's geometry in situ can optimize its aerodynamic properties, increasing range, reducing fuel consumption, and improving many performance parameters. The aerodynamic load exerted on the body by the flow is one such parameter, typically characterized as lift or drag. It is the aim of the present disclosure to teach the use of passive adaptive morphing structures to manage these aerodynamic loads.

US Patent:

20130264332, Oct 10, 2013

Filed:

Jan 4, 2013

Appl. No.:

13/734338

Inventors:

Michael Richard Maddux - Jamestown OH, US
Kristopher Karl Aber - Cincinnati OH, US
Brandon Charles Kirby - Beavercreek OH, US

International Classification:

H05B 3/10

US Classification:

219548

Abstract:

The preferred embodiment utilizes metal coated high strain fabric reinforcement including but not limited to fiberglass, cotton fiber, or other materials that can undergo deformation, and various resin or elastomer compounds to create a conductive polymer whose resistivity and resistance remain essentially constant under a strain of approximately 0-150% or more. Additionally, the preferred embodiment utilizes a method of imprinting, depositing, etching, or embossing a design or pattern of conductive metal on fabric used in composites. The use of designs of conductive metals wrapped around a deformable core and the unique features of elastomeric polymers allows for their use as a flexible circuit board, formable heaters, and other various uses.

US Patent:

20140061515, Mar 6, 2014

Filed:

Dec 18, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/718361

Inventors:

Jamie B. Vanderhorst - West Chester OH, US
David E. Havens - Bellbrook OH, US
Brandon C. Kirby - Beavercreek OH, US
Michael J. Fisher - Springboro OH, US
Joel J. Everhart - Beavercreek OH, US
Matthew C. Everhart - Fairborn OH, US

Assignee:

CORNERSTONE RESEARCH GROUP, INC. - Dayton OH

International Classification:

F42B 39/14
F42D 5/00

US Classification:

251 11

Abstract:

The disclosed device primarily consists of a band, ring, or other piece of shape memory polymer (SMP) or SMP composite in various embodiments that allows or disallows containment. When the SMP reaches its transition temperature (Tg) the SMP provides the means for releasing containment of the pressurized material so as to prevent ignition or explosion of hazardous material. At normal operating temperatures, the SMP is in a deformed shape maintaining an environmental seal to protect the contents of the container. When environmental conditions cause the SMP or SMP composite to exceed its Tg, specified by the operating requirements, the SMP returns to its memory shape in a controlled geometry, rather than simply melting. The return of the SMP to its memory shape causes the venting of the container in different manners depending on which embodiment is utilized.

US Patent:

20210362997, Nov 25, 2021

Filed:

Aug 2, 2021

Appl. No.:

17/391792

Inventors:

- Greensboro NC, US
Brian Christopher WORLEY - Beavercreek OH, US
Niranjan SRINIVASAN - Beavercreek OH, US
Brandon KIRBY - Beavercreek OH, US
Andres Deogracias VIDUYA - Export PA, US

International Classification:

B67D 7/50

Abstract:

A fuel dispensing nozzle comprises a nozzle body defining a dispensing path extending between a distal inlet and a proximal outlet and configured to dispense fuel. A fuel flow valve is disposed in the nozzle body between the distal inlet and the proximal outlet. An actuation assembly movable to open the fuel flow valve is also provided. The nozzle also includes a shut-off mechanism operatively connected to the actuation assembly. A hand lever is pivotally connected with respect to the nozzle body, the hand lever being operatively connected to the actuation assembly so as to cause opening of the fuel flow valve when the hand lever is pivoted in a valve opening direction. The hand lever has a grasping portion extending between a proximal location nearer the proximal outlet and a distal location. The nozzle according to this aspect further includes a hold open mechanism including a trigger disposed at the proximal location of the hand lever. The trigger is pivotally connected to the hand lever and has an engaging element. A catch member is fixed with respect to the nozzle body and defines a plurality of catches corresponding to respective flow positions. The catches are each configured to receive the engaging element of the trigger.

US Patent:

20200369509, Nov 26, 2020

Filed:

May 20, 2020

Appl. No.:

16/879394

Inventors:

- Greensboro NC, US
Brian Christopher Worley - Beavercreek OH, US
Niranjan Srinivasan - Beavercreek OH, US
Brandon Kirby - Beavercreek OH, US
Andres Deogracias Viduya - Export PA, US

International Classification:

B67D 7/50

Abstract:

A fuel dispensing nozzle comprises a nozzle body defining a dispensing path extending between a distal inlet and a proximal outlet and configured to dispense fuel. A fuel flow valve is disposed in the nozzle body between the distal inlet and the proximal outlet. An actuation assembly movable to open the fuel flow valve is also provided. The nozzle also includes a shut-off mechanism operatively connected to the actuation assembly. A hand lever is pivotally connected with respect to the nozzle body, the hand lever being operatively connected to the actuation assembly so as to cause opening of the fuel flow valve when the hand lever is pivoted in a valve opening direction. The hand lever has a grasping portion extending between a proximal location nearer the proximal outlet and a distal location. The nozzle according to this aspect further includes a hold open mechanism including a trigger disposed at the proximal location of the hand lever. The trigger is pivotally connected to the hand lever and has an engaging element. A catch member is fixed with respect to the nozzle body and defines a plurality of catches corresponding to respective flow positions. The catches are each configured to receive the engaging element of the trigger.