Richard P Goldmann

US Patent:

8162293, Apr 24, 2012

Filed:

Oct 31, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/981864

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Millford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

B01F 3/04

US Classification:

261 26, 261 28, 261115

Abstract:

An apparatus and method are disclosed for cooling one or more exercising or resting individuals by applying a water mist and dry air. The apparatus can be free standing, fixed to the walls or ceiling, or attached to an object on which an individual is resting or exercising. The mist and dry air can be applied together or separately, simultaneously or alternately, with varying timing and intensity. In some embodiments, the mist and dry air are manually controlled or operate according to the passage of time. In other embodiments the need for cooling is determined by one or more physiological parameters measured by sensors directed toward or attached to an individual, or embedded in an object on which an individual is resting or exercising. Still other embodiments estimate the heating of the individual by measuring the amount of work performed or the rate of energy expenditure.

US Patent:

20090108082, Apr 30, 2009

Filed:

Oct 31, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/982176

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

F24F 11/00

US Classification:

236 491

Abstract:

An apparatus is disclosed for programmatically controlling the climate of a localized exercise environment so as to accommodate the evolving needs of exercisers during a workout. In preferred embodiments, the localized environment is an enclosed exercise room or the area surrounding one or more stationary exercise machines. Heat is applied by convective, conductive, and/or radiant means, and/or removed by convective, conductive, and/or evaporative means. In various preferred embodiments the humidity, direction, and speed of the air flow are controlled, and/or a cooling mist is applied. In preferred embodiments, the climate control program is executed according to the passage of time, according to the rate of work and the amount of work performed, according to acoustic features of music, and according to physiological parameters of the exerciser such as heart rate, breathing rate, and skin temperature. In some preferred embodiments the climate control devices are attached directly to stationary exercise devices.

US Patent:

20090108087, Apr 30, 2009

Filed:

Oct 31, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/981862

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

B05B 17/00
A01G 27/00
B67D 5/08
B05B 15/06
B05B 15/00

US Classification:

239 1, 239 68, 239 71, 239276, 239289

Abstract:

An apparatus and method of use are disclosed for cooling one or more exercising or resting individuals with a water mist while automatically preventing the undesirable accumulation of excess water. In some embodiments, a sensor detects accumulated water on or near an individual, while other embodiments use measured climate parameters to predict water accumulation. The apparatus can be free standing, fixed to the walls or ceiling, or attached to an object on which an individual is resting or exercising. In some preferred embodiments, the apparatus is controlled according to the passing of time and/or one or more measured physiological parameters measured by sensors directed toward or attached to an individual, or embedded in an object on which an individual is resting or exercising. In some embodiments dry air is also applied either simultaneously or alternately with the mist to enhance cooling and further discourage water accumulation.

US Patent:

20090145162, Jun 11, 2009

Filed:

Dec 7, 2007

Appl. No.:

12/001003

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

F25D 17/06

US Classification:

62426

Abstract:

An apparatus is disclosed that cools an individual on an exercise device by supplying a cooling fluid such as cool air or cool water to an applicator at least attached to the exercise device, and by bringing the cooling fluid into cooling contact with the individual. The fluid source can include a cooler, and/or a drier, can supply fluid from a colder and/or drier region, can be attached to the exercise device, and/or can supply multiple exercise devices. Some cooling air embodiments supply dry air or air with mist, provide a flow directed onto the individual, and/or control and/or allow the individual to control the direction, speed, flow rate, divergence, volume, and/or temperature of the air. Other embodiments cool by direct conductive cooling through a seat, backrest, handgrip, etc or indirectly by conductive cooling of air. Some embodiments can also warm the individual in a similar manner using warming fluid.

US Patent:

20090255997, Oct 15, 2009

Filed:

Apr 13, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/101994

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

G05D 23/30

US Classification:

236 1 B

Abstract:

The invention enables coordinated, flexible, agile, and energy efficient temperature variation among a plurality of rooms, as found in a hotel, an apartment building, or a group of exercise rooms, by transferring heat between the rooms. Air can be moved by fans and/or heat can be transferred by a heat pump. Heat transfer between exercise rooms can be powered partly by exertion of individuals in the rooms. Rapid air exchange can quickly equalize temperatures in adjacent rooms. Embodiments exchange heat between rooms and interior and/or exterior reservoirs of warmer and cooler air and/or water, and some embodiments move air from the reservoirs into and out of the rooms. Heat can be pumped into or out of the system, and air and/or water can be added or extracted from the reservoirs. In some embodiments heat is moved sequentially through a variable series of rooms, creating a monotonic variation of temperatures.

US Patent:

20100011489, Jan 21, 2010

Filed:

Jul 21, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/176906

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

A41D 13/00
A41D 1/00
A42B 1/04

US Classification:

2455, 2 69, 2171

Abstract:

A garment, such as a shirt, shorts, socks, or a hat, is disclosed for efficiently cooling an individual by water evaporation, thereby reducing perspiration, dehydration, loss of electrolytes, and discomfort. The garment includes at least one property that is intentionally non-uniform, so as to concentrate and retain applied water in areas where enhanced cooling is desired. Variable properties include structure, density, composition, texture, type and/or quantity of additive substances, included fabric layers, and degree of contact with a user's body. A source of water can be included, for example in an attachable container. The container can be compressed, water can be pumped, or compressed air can push water from the container. A pump can be actuated by hand or by natural movements of a user. A drinking port can be included, and a pouch can hold a removable, water-absorbing and water-releasing insert that can be pre-wetted and/or pre-cooled.

US Patent:

20100011491, Jan 21, 2010

Filed:

Jul 21, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/176878

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

A62B 17/00
A41B 1/00
A41D 1/00
A41D 13/00

US Classification:

2458, 2115, 2 69

Abstract:

A cooling garment is disclosed that enhances the comfort of an exercising, working, or resting individual by reducing overheating, perspiration, dehydration, and electrolyte loss. A vascular distribution system delivers water to the garment, and evaporation cools the individual. Wetness can be concentrated where needed and moderated by water absorbent materials such as gel polymers. Water flows under gravity, by capillary action, pumping, or air pressurization. The garment can include inner layers that improve comfort, absorb perspiration, keep the individual at least partly dry, and/or include metallic and/or polymeric and/or other materials that conduct heat. Cooling can be enhanced by garment texture that increases evaporative surface area. Water can be chilled before it is delivered to the fabric, and ports can be included to allow a water bottle or other water source to be temporarily connected, and/or allow the individual to drink the water and/or pressurize a water container.

US Patent:

20100018682, Jan 28, 2010

Filed:

Jul 21, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/176888

Inventors:

Richard Goldmann - Poughkeepsie NY, US
Russ Weinzimmer - Milford NH, US
Douglas P. Burum - Acton MA, US

International Classification:

F28D 15/04

US Classification:

16510431

Abstract:

A water-cooling apparatus is disclosed that significantly improves the comfort of an individual by reducing overheating, perspiration, dehydration, odors, and electrolyte loss. A vascular distribution system attachable either directly to the individual or to a shirt or other garment worn by the individual delivers water that cools the individual by evaporation. A source of water can be included, and water can be pumped and/or squeezed from the source, pushed by air pressure, or drawn through the vascular system by gravity or capillary action. A chiller can cool the water before it is delivered, and the vascular system and/or water source can be in thermal contact with the individual. A connecting port can be included to allow the water source to be temporarily connected, and a drinking port can be included to allow the individual to drink the water and/or force water into the vascular system by blowing into the port.