Butler, TX

Brian Butler, Corsicana, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20160113444	FAJITA MEAL SERVING APPARATUS - A fajita meal serving apparatus comprises a thermally-insulative serving platter defining an upper recessed area configured for securely receiving and supporting a serving plate, a two-way drawer disposed in a cavity under the upper recessed area of the serving platter, where the two-way drawer defines a circular recess configured for holding tortillas. The apparatus further includes first and second diametrically opposed handles formed in the serving platter.	04-28-2016

Bruce Butler, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110283637	WIND ABATEMENT DEVICE - An abatement or protective device (	11-24-2011

Cary Paul Butler, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110078662	Debugging a Graphical Program Deployed on a Programmable Hardware Element - Debugging a graphical program deployed on a programmable hardware element. The graphical program may be received. The graphical program may include a plurality of nodes and connections between the nodes which visually represents functionality of the graphical program. A hardware description may be generated based on the graphical program. The hardware description may describe a hardware implementation of the graphical program. The hardware description may be deployed to the programmable hardware element and the programmable hardware element may be executed. The graphical program may be displayed on a display of a host computer system that is coupled to the programmable hardware element. Debugging information may be received from the programmable hardware element during said executing. The debugging information from the programmable hardware element may be displayed in the graphical program displayed on the display. The displayed debugging information may be used to debug the hardware implementation of the graphical program.	03-31-2011
20140359589	Graphical Development and Deployment of Parallel Floating-Point Math Functionality on a System with Heterogeneous Hardware Components - System and method for configuring a system of heterogeneous hardware components, including at least one: programmable hardware element (PHE), digital signal processor (DSP) core, and programmable communication element (PCE). A program, e.g., a graphical program (GP), which includes floating point math functionality and which is targeted for distributed deployment on the system is created. Respective portions of the program for deployment to respective ones of the hardware components are automatically determined. Program code implementing communication functionality between the at least one PHE and the at least one DSP core and targeted for deployment to the at least one PCE is automatically generated. At least one hardware configuration program (HCP) is generated from the program and the code, including compiling the respective portions of the program and the program code for deployment to respective hardware components. The HCP is deployable to the system for concurrent execution of the program.	12-04-2014
20140359590	Development and Deployment of Parallel Floating-Point Math Functionality on a System with Heterogeneous Hardware Components - System and method for configuring a system of heterogeneous hardware components, including at least one: programmable hardware element (PHE), digital signal processor (DSP) core, and programmable communication element (PCE). A program, e.g., a graphical program (GP), which includes floating point math functionality and which is targeted for distributed deployment on the system is created. Respective portions of the program for deployment to respective ones of the hardware components are automatically determined. Program code implementing communication functionality between the at least one PHE and the at least one DSP core and targeted for deployment to the at least one PCE is automatically generated. At least one hardware configuration program (HCP) is generated from the program and the code, including compiling the respective portions of the program and the program code for deployment to respective hardware components. The HCP is deployable to the system for concurrent execution of the program.	12-04-2014
20160077811	Graphical Development and Deployment of Parallel Floating-Point Math Functionality on a System with Heterogeneous Hardware Components - System and method for configuring a system of heterogeneous hardware components, including at least one: programmable hardware element (PHE), digital signal processor (DSP) core, and programmable communication element (PCE). A program, e.g., a graphical program (GP), which includes floating point math functionality and which is targeted for distributed deployment on the system is created. Respective portions of the program for deployment to respective ones of the hardware components are automatically determined. Program code implementing communication functionality between the at least one PHE and the at least one DSP core and targeted for deployment to the at least one PCE is automatically generated. At least one hardware configuration program (HCP) is generated from the program and the code, including compiling the respective portions of the program and the program code for deployment to respective hardware components. The HCP is deployable to the system for concurrent execution of the program.	03-17-2016
20160117158	Global Optimization and Verification of Cyber-Physical Systems Using Floating Point Math Functionality on a System with Heterogeneous Hardware Components - Global optimization and verification of cyber-physical systems using graphical floating point math functionality on a heterogeneous hardware system (HHS). A program includes floating point implementations of a control program (CP), model of a physical system (MPS), objective function, requirements verification program (RVP), and/or global optimizer. A simulation simulates HHS implementation of the program using co-simulation with a trusted model, including simulating behavior and timing of distributed execution of the program on the HHS, and may verify the HHS implementation using the RVP. The HHS is configured to execute the CP and MPS concurrently in a distributed manner. After deploying the program to the HHS, the HHS is configured to globally optimize (improve) the CP and MPS executing concurrently on the HHS via the global optimizer. The optimized MPS may be usable to construct the physical system. The optimized CP may be executable on the HHS to control the physical system.	04-28-2016

Charles E. Butler, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120251593	SILK FIBROIN-DECORIN SCAFFOLDS - Disclosed are silk fibroin scaffolds that are fabricated with decorin proteoglycan, and methods of using these scaffolds in the repair of tissue defects in subjects. The scaffolds have biomechanical properties which makes them suitable for patient-specific design for defects where strong tensile strength is required, such as musculofascia reconstruction.	10-04-2012

Charles F. Butler, Dallas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150242584	Method for Providing Remote Professional Services - A device that allows professional service providers and patients/clients to communicate via video and telecommunications, while also allowing the service providers to bill for their time. The device can be a standalone device that is designed specifically for this purpose or a program that either the patient/client, the provider, or both, can download to either a smartphone, tablet, or computer. Among other things, the device can allow a patient/client to select from a group of service providers by filtering via various categories. Professional service providers will be able to bill the patient/client for his time via the device. In some instances the service provider will bill by a given time period, in other instances that service provider will charge a flat fee. In some embodiments the service provider will have the ability to adjust a predetermined fee after servicing the patient.	08-27-2015

Clark M. Butler, San Antonio, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100237187	INVERTED AIRFOIL PYLON FOR AN AIRCRAFT - An aircraft including a wing and a pylon, wherein the pylon provides an airfoil inverted for an airfoil of the wing, and an improvement and method for improved flight dynamics for 20 and 30 Series LEARJET® is provided. The improvement includes an increased distance between a leading edge of a wing and an intake of an engine of the aircraft, which reduces drag and increases lift for improved flight dynamics of the aircraft. The inverted airfoil of the pylon negates an influence of the pylon on flight dynamics for improved overall flight dynamics of the aircraft. The method includes steps of removing an original engine from an original pylon, removing the original pylon from the fuselage of the aircraft, and mounting a new pylon in a new location adjacent to the fuselage, wherein the new location is aft of the original location.	09-23-2010
20120119019	Inverted Airfoil Pylon For An Aircraft - An aircraft including a wing and a pylon, wherein the pylon provides an airfoil inverted for an airfoil of the wing, and an improvement and method for improved flight dynamics for 20 and 30 Series LEARJET® is provided. The improvement includes an increased distance between a leading edge of a wing and an intake of an engine of the aircraft, which reduces drag and increases lift for improved flight dynamics of the aircraft. The inverted airfoil of the pylon negates an influence of the pylon on flight dynamics for improved overall flight dynamics of the aircraft. The method includes steps of removing an original engine from an original pylon, removing the original pylon from the fuselage of the aircraft, and mounting a new pylon in a new location adjacent to the fuselage, wherein the new location is aft of the original location.	05-17-2012

Cody Butler, Dallas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120241217	WELL DRILLING METHODS WITH AUTOMATED RESPONSE TO EVENT DETECTION - A well drilling method can include detecting a drilling event by comparing a parameter signature generated during drilling to an event signature indicative of the drilling event, and automatically controlling a drilling operation in response to at least a partial match resulting from comparing the parameter signature to the event signature. A well drilling system can include a control system which compares a parameter signature for a drilling operation to an event signature indicative of a drilling event, and a controller which controls the drilling operation automatically in response to the drilling event being indicated by at least a partial match between the parameter signature and the event signature.	09-27-2012

Cody N. Butler, Dallas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140290964	PRESSURE CONTROL IN DRILLING OPERATIONS WITH OFFSET APPLIED IN RESPONSE TO PREDETERMINED CONDITIONS - A method of controlling pressure in a wellbore can include determining a desired well pressure setpoint, adding an offset to the setpoint in response to an actual well pressure deviating from the setpoint by a predetermined amount, and adjusting a flow control device, thereby influencing the actual well pressure toward the setpoint plus the offset. A well system can include a flow control device which variably restricts flow from a wellbore, and a control system which determines a desired well pressure setpoint, compares the setpoint to an actual well pressure, and adds an offset to the setpoint in response to a predetermined amount of deviation between the setpoint and the actual well pressure, whereby the control system adjusts the flow control device, and thereby influences the actual well pressure toward the setpoint plus the offset.	10-02-2014
20140326505	WELL DRILLING METHODS WITH AUDIO AND VIDEO INPUTS FOR EVENT DETECTION - A well drilling method can include sensing at least one of audio and optical signals, generating a parameter signature during a drilling operation, the parameter signature being based at least in part on the sensing, and detecting a drilling event by comparing the parameter signature to an event signature indicative of the drilling event. A well drilling system can include a control system which compares a parameter signature for a drilling operation to an event signature indicative of a drilling event, the parameter signature being based at least in part on an output of at least one audio and/or optical sensor, and a controller which controls the drilling operation in response to the drilling event being indicated by at least a partial match between the parameter signature and the event signature.	11-06-2014
20150240579	Pressure Control in Drilling Operations with Choke Position Determined by Cv Curve - A method of controlling pressure in a wellbore can include determining a desired position for a choke, the determining being based on a Cv curve for the choke, and adjusting the choke to the desired position, thereby producing a desired backpressure. A wellbore drilling system can include a choke which variably restricts flow of fluid from the wellbore, and a control system which compares actual and desired wellbore pressures and, in response to a difference between the actual and desired wellbore pressures, adjusts the choke to a predetermined position which corresponds to a desired Cv of the choke. A method of controlling pressure in a wellbore can include comparing an actual wellbore pressure to a desired wellbore pressure and, in response to a difference between the actual and desired wellbore pressures, adjusting a choke to a predetermined position, the predetermined position corresponding to a desired Cv of the choke.	08-27-2015

Cody Neal Butler, Dallas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140345942	DIVERTING FLOW IN A DRILLING FLUID CIRCULATION SYSTEM TO REGULATE DRILLING FLUID PRESSURE - Diverting flow in a drilling fluid circulation system to regulate drilling fluid pressure. A pump of a drilling fluid pressure regulation system for a well bore can discharge drilling fluid through discharge piping at flow rate. A pressure control device has an inlet connected to the discharge piping and an outlet connected to bypass piping. A processor connected to the pump and the pressure control device can adjust the pressure control device to modify a pressure of the drilling fluid by at least partially opening the pressure control device and releasing drilling fluid into the bypass piping at a selected flow rate. The processor can modify the drilling fluid flow rate in the discharge piping based on the pressure represented by the pressure measurement signals and the selected flow rate in the bypass piping such that the target pressure parameter of the drilling fluid in the discharge piping is satisfied.	11-27-2014
20150354299	DIVERTING FLOW IN A KILL MUD CIRCULATION SYSTEM TO REGULATE KILL MUD PRESSURE - Diverting flow in a drilling fluid circulation system to regulate drilling fluid pressure. A pump of a drilling fluid pressure regulation system for a well bore can discharge drilling fluid through discharge piping at flow rate. A pressure control device has an inlet connected to the discharge piping and an outlet connected to bypass piping. A processor connected to the pump and the pressure control device can adjust the pressure control device to modify a pressure of the drilling fluid by at least partially opening the pressure control device and releasing drilling fluid into the bypass piping at a selected flow rate. The processor can modify the drilling fluid flow rate in the discharge piping based on the pressure represented by the pressure measurement signals and the selected flow rate in the bypass piping such that the target pressure parameter of the drilling fluid in the discharge piping is satisfied.	12-10-2015

Darrell Thomas Butler, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130027059	Microwave reference block assembly - A test waveguide (	01-31-2013

Darrel Thomas Butler, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110025347	Guided wave cutoff spectroscopy using a cylindrical measurement cell - A cylindrical waveguide (	02-03-2011
20120319702	GUIDED WAVE CUTOFF SPECTROSCOPY USING A CYLINDRICAL MEASUREMENT CELL - A cylindrical waveguide (	12-20-2012

David Butler, Pflugerville, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120017044	Information Handling System Image Restoration - An information handling system is returned to its original manufacture state with a tool stored on a detachable memory device that retrieves image restore information from non-volatile memory of the information handling system, cleanses information stored on the non-volatile memory and then returns the image restore information to the non-volatile memory. By executing an image restore tool that applies the image restore information, the original manufacture image is re-built in the non-volatile memory after the cleansing so that any personal information stored on the non-volatile memory by a previous user is erased.	01-19-2012

David Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090269055	Channel balancing algorithm - An algorithm is disclosed for performing channel balancing on channels between optical network elements within an optic-fiber communications system. The algorithm groups at least a portion of the channels into channel pairs, differentially adjusts the transmitter output power level of each of the channel pairs until the bit error ratio (BER) of at least one channel in each of the channel pairs exceeds a threshold, and records a respective power margin for each of the channels as the difference between the initial and final power levels. From the recorded power margins, a mean power margin is determined that is used to shift the transmitter output power level of each of the channels.	10-29-2009
20090279888	Alien wavelength channel balancing and line amplifier optimization - An algorithm is disclosed for performing alien-wavelength channel balancing on channels between optical network elements within an optic-fiber communications system. The algorithm determines initial values of various optimization parameters for each of the channels, such as the input launch power and operating conditions of optical amplifiers in the optical path, and calculates an initial total optimization offset for the channels based on the initial values of the optimization parameters for each of the channels. The algorithm then adjusts the optimization parameters to new values and calculates a new total optimization offset based on the new optimization parameter values. The algorithm repeats this process until the relative channel launch powers and optical amplifiers are optimized.	11-12-2009
20160094304	Optical Line Loading Using Variable Bandwidth Noise - An apparatus is provided that includes an optical noise generator and a noise combiner. The noise generator is configured to produce an optical signal having a noise channel. The noise combiner is configured to combine an optical data channel with the noise channel received at one or more add ports to produce an optical output signal. A controller is configured to operate the noise generator or the noise combiner to provide a variable bandwidth of added noise combined with the optical data channel.	03-31-2016

Denise R. Butler, Clute, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090292037	METHOD FOR PREPARING VISCOELASTIC POLYURETHANE FOAM - Viscoelastic polyurethane foam is prepared by using certain additives in the foam formulation. The additives include 1) alkali metal or transition metal salts of carboxylic acids; 2) 1,3,5-tris alkyl- or 1,3,5-tris (N,N-dialkyl amino alkyl)-hexahydro-s-triazine compounds; and 3) Ci-12 carboxylate salts of quaternary ammonium compounds. The additives significantly improve processing and in particular permit the use of higher isocyanate indices, which helps to improve foam physical properties.	11-26-2009
20110136930	METHOD FOR PREPARING VISCOELASTIC POLYURETHANE FOAM - Viscoelastic polyurethane foam is prepared by using certain additives in the foam formulation. The additives include 1) alkali metal or transition metal salts of carboxylic acids; 2) 1,3,5-tris alkyl- or 1,3,5-tris (N,N-dialkyl amino alkyl)-hexahydro-s-triazine compounds; and 3) C	06-09-2011

Donald P. Butler, Colleyville, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100245114	Thin Flexible Sensor - The present invention provides a sensor (	09-30-2010
20100320549	Methods and Apparatuses for Integrated Packaging of Microelectromechanical Devices - Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) packages, packaged MEMS devices, and methods for making the same are disclosed. The method may include forming a chamber sacrificial layer above an insulating layer that is coupled to a wafer. The method further may include forming a packaging layer above the chamber sacrificial layer. The method additionally may include forming one or more openings through the packaging layer. The method also may include removing the chamber sacrificial layer through the one or more openings. The method may include forming a sealing layer above the packaging layer such that the sealing layer substantially seals the one or more openings to form a hermetic cavity.	12-23-2010
20130260503	Methods and Apparatuses for Integrated Packaging of Microelectromechanical Devices - Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) packages, packaged MEMS devices, and methods for making the same are disclosed. The method may include forming a chamber sacrificial layer above an insulating layer that is coupled to a wafer. The method further may include forming a packaging layer above the chamber sacrificial layer. The method additionally may include forming one or more openings through the packaging layer. The method also may include removing the chamber sacrificial layer through the one or more openings. The method may include forming a sealing layer above the packaging layer such that the sealing layer substantially seals the one or more openings to form a hermetic cavity.	10-03-2013

Donald Philip Butler, Colleyville, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100102403	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FABRICATING PIEZORESISTIVE POLYSILICON BY LOW-TEMPERATURE METAL INDUCED CRYSTALLIZATION - The present invention provides a method and apparatus for fabricating piezoresistive polysilicon on a substrate by low-temperature metal induced crystallization by: (1) providing the substrate having a passivation layer; (2) performing, at or near room temperature in a chamber without breaking a vacuum or near-vacuum within the chamber, the steps of: (a) creating a metal layer on the passivation layer, and (b) creating an amorphous silicon layer on the metal layer, wherein the metal layer and the amorphous silicon layer have approximately the same thickness; (3) annealing the substrate, the passivation layer, the metal layer and the amorphous silicon layer at a temperature equal to or less than 600° C. and a period of time equal to or less than three hours to form a doped polysilicon layer below a residual metal layer; and (4) removing the residual metal layer to expose the doped polysilicon layer.	04-29-2010
20140091410	Method and Apparatus for Fabricating Piezoresistive Polysilicon by Low-Temperature Metal Induced Crystallization - The present invention provides a method and apparatus for fabricating piezoresistive polysilicon on a substrate by low-temperature metal induced crystallization by: (1) providing the substrate having a passivation layer; (2) performing, at or near room temperature in a chamber without breaking a vacuum or near-vacuum within the chamber, the steps of: (a) creating a metal layer on the passivation layer, and (b) creating an amorphous silicon layer on the metal layer, wherein the metal layer and the amorphous silicon layer have approximately the same thickness; (3) annealing the substrate, the passivation layer, the metal layer and the amorphous silicon layer at a temperature equal to or less than 600° C. and a period of time equal to or less than three hours to form a doped polysilicon layer below a residual metal layer; and (4) removing the residual metal layer to expose the doped polysilicon layer.	04-03-2014

Edward Brian Butler, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130288215	METHODS FOR USING VIRTUAL PATIENT MEDICAL DATA IN EDUCATION, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT - Systems, methods and apparatuses for generating and using representations of individual or aggregate human medical data.	10-31-2013

Edwin Brian Butler, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120004894	Systems, Methods and Apparatuses for Generating and using Representations of Individual or Aggregate Human Medical Data - Systems, methods, and apparatuses for generating and using representations of individual or aggregate human medical data Invention includes a computer system comprising a processor, a database that stores a plurality of patient medical data, a virtual patient module, and a device to display an image of the virtual patient to a user.	01-05-2012

George I. Butler, Kingwood, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090117356	High temperature substrate protective structure - Substrate protective structures, including high performance polymers and polymer coatings from 1 to over 2500 mils thick, are disclosed. The structures protect metal and other surfaces with heat resistant, abrasion resistant, and chemical inert polymers. The structures are applied to the substrate in a manner that provides easy processing of curved and bent surfaces, increased adhesion of metal to polymer, greater resistance to mechanical and thermal stresses that cause cracking and de-lamination, and increased environmental resistance.	05-07-2009
20110174548	DOWNHOLE TOOLS HAVING FEATURES FOR REDUCING BALLING, METHODS OF FORMING SUCH TOOLS, AND METHODS OF REPAIRING SUCH TOOLS - Downhole tools are provided with a topographical pattern, and anti-balling material is provided over the topographical pattern. The topographical pattern may be defined by at least one of a plurality of recesses extending into a surface of a body of the tool and a plurality of protrusions protruding from the surface. Downhole tools include an insert disposed within a recess in a body, and the insert comprises an anti-balling material having a composition selected to reduce accumulation of formation cuttings on the tools when the tools are used to form or service a wellbore. Downhole tools include anti-balling material disposed over a porous mass provided over the surfaces of the tools. Methods of forming downhole tools include providing anti-balling material over features on and/or in a surface of a body of a tool. Methods of repairing downhole tools include removing an insert therefrom and disposing a replacement insert therein.	07-21-2011
20120205162	DOWNHOLE TOOLS HAVING FEATURES FOR REDUCING BALLING, METHODS OF FORMING SUCH TOOLS, AND METHODS OF REPAIRING SUCH TOOLS - Downhole tools are provided with a topographical pattern, and anti-balling material is provided over the topographical pattern. The topographical pattern may be defined by at least one of a plurality of recesses extending into a surface of a body of the tool and a plurality of protrusions protruding from the surface. Downhole tools include an insert disposed within a recess in a body, and the insert comprises an anti-balling material having a composition selected to reduce accumulation of formation cuttings on the tools when the tools are used to form or service a wellbore. Downhole tools include anti-balling material disposed over a porous mass provided over the surfaces of the tools. Methods of forming downhole tools include providing anti-balling material over features on and/or in a surface of a body of a tool. Methods of repairing downhole tools include removing an insert therefrom and disposing a replacement insert therein.	08-16-2012
20150184463	METHODS OF FORMING AND REPAIRING DOWNHOLE TOOLS HAVING FEATURES FOR REDUCING BALLING - Downhole tools are provided with a topographical pattern, and anti-balling material is provided over the topographical pattern. The topographical pattern may be defined by at least one of a plurality of recesses extending into a surface of a body of the tool and a plurality of protrusions protruding from the surface. Downhole tools include an insert disposed within a recess in a body, and the insert comprises an anti-balling material having a composition selected to reduce accumulation of formation cuttings on the tools when the tools are used to form or service a wellbore. Downhole tools include anti-balling material disposed over a porous mass provided over the surfaces of the tools. Methods of forming downhole tools include providing anti-balling material over features on and/or in a surface of a body of a tool. Methods of repairing downhole tools include removing an insert therefrom and disposing a replacement insert therein.	07-02-2015
20150376954	DOWNHOLE TOOLS HAVING FEATURES FOR REDUCING BALLING, AND METHODS OF FORMING SUCH TOOLS - Downhole tools are provided with a topographical pattern, and anti-balling material is provided over the topographical pattern. The topographical pattern may be defined by at least one of a plurality of recesses extending into a surface of a body of the tool and a plurality of protrusions protruding from the surface. Downhole tools include an insert disposed within a recess in a body, and the insert comprises an anti-balling material having a composition selected to reduce accumulation of formation cuttings on the tools when the tools are used to form or service a wellbore. Downhole tools include anti-balling material disposed over a porous mass provided over the surfaces of the tools. Methods of forming downhole tools include providing anti-balling material over features on and/or in a surface of a body of a tool. Methods of repairing downhole tools include removing an insert therefrom and disposing a replacement insert therein.	12-31-2015

Jack A Butler, Lucas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090013637	Roof and Shingle Protector - A system for protecting shingles or a roof includes a screen for covering a portion of the roof and a fastening device for fastening the screen. The screen may be retracted and extended by a motor. The screen may include a six sided element. The screen may include a four sided element. The screen may include a three sided element.	01-15-2009

James R. Butler, Spicewood, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120046508	PROCESS FOR TOLUENE AND METHANE COUPLING IN A MICROREACTOR - A process for making ethylbenzene and/or styrene by reacting toluene with methane in one or more microreactors is disclosed. In one embodiment a method of revamping an existing styrene production facility by adding one or more microreactors capable of reacting toluene with methane to produce a product stream comprising ethylbenzene and/or styrene is disclosed.	02-23-2012
20120059206	PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION OF ETHYLBENZENE FROM TOLUENE AND METHANE - A process for making ethylbenzene and/or styrene by reacting toluene with methane is disclosed. In one embodiment the process can include reacting toluene with methane to form a product stream comprising ethylbenzene and further processing the ethylbenzene to form styrene in an existing styrene production facility.	03-08-2012
20120190904	HYDROGEN REMOVAL FROM DEHYDROGENATION REACTOR PRODUCT - Disclosed is a dehydrogenation method that includes supplying a feed containing a hydrocarbon and steam into a dehydrogenation reactor containing a dehydrogenation catalyst, contacting the hydrocarbon and steam with the dehydrogenation catalyst to form a dehydrogenation product, wherein the dehydrogenation product comprises a dehydrogenated hydrocarbon, unreacted feed, steam and hydrogen, passing the dehydrogenation product through a membrane separator, and permeating hydrogen through a membrane positioned in the membrane separator. The hydrocarbon can be an alkyl aromatic and the dehydrogenated hydrocarbon can be a vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon, optionally the hydrocarbon can be an alkane and the dehydrogenated hydrocarbon can be an alkene.	07-26-2012
20120215046	Alkylation Process and Catalysts for Use Therein - Disclosed is a method for aromatic conversion that includes contacting an alkene and an aromatic hydrocarbon with a nanocrystalline zeolite catalyst disposed within a reactor under alkylation conditions, wherein the nanocrystalline zeolite catalyst includes at least one zeolitic material and producing a product stream having a monoalkyl aromatic hydrocarbon.	08-23-2012
20120296131	METHOD FOR ALKYLATION OF TOLUENE IN A PRE-EXISTING DEHYDROGENATION PLANT - A process for making styrene in a pre-existing facility including an infrastructure capable of producing styrene, wherein the infrastructure includes at least one dehydrogenation unit. The process includes coupling an alkylation unit including an alkylation reactor to the infrastructure and contacting toluene with a C	11-22-2012
20120296132	USE OF AN OXIDANT IN THE COUPLING OF TOLUENE WITH A CARBON SOURCE - A process for making styrene including reacting toluene with a C	11-22-2012
20120296133	PROCESS FOR TOLUENE AND METHANE COUPLING IN A MICROREACTOR - A process for making ethylbenzene and/or styrene by reacting toluene with methane in one or more microreactors is disclosed. In one embodiment a method of revamping an existing styrene production facility by adding one or more microreactors capable of reacting toluene with methane to produce a product stream comprising ethylbenzene and/or styrene is disclosed.	11-22-2012
20120296137	USE OF A CO-FEED IN THE COUPLING OF TOLUENE WITH A CARBON SOURCE - A process for making styrene is disclosed that includes providing toluene, a co-feed, and a C	11-22-2012
20120296139	METHOD FOR PROVIDING A CO-FEED IN THE COUPLING OF TOLUENE WITH A CARBON SOURCE - A process for making styrene is disclosed that includes reacting toluene with a C	11-22-2012
20120296142	ADDITION OF BASIC NITROGEN TO ALKYLATION REACTIONS - A process for making styrene including providing toluene, a co-feed, and a C	11-22-2012
20120328482	Production of EB from Toluene and Methane - A process for making ethylbenzene and/or styrene by reacting toluene with methane is disclosed. In one embodiment the process can include reacting toluene with methane to form a product stream comprising ethylbenzene and further processing the ethylbenzene to form styrene in an existing styrene production facility.	12-27-2012
20130131415	Process for Ethylbenzene Production From Ethanol - A method of producing an alkylaromatic by the alkylation of an aromatic with ethanol, such as producing ethylbenzene by an alkylation reaction of benzene, is disclosed.	05-23-2013
20130137808	USE OF NANO ALUMINA OR SILICA DISPERSED IN POLYSTYRENE - Disclosed is a method of making a polystyrene based nanocomposite by combining a monomer with a nanoparticle to form a mixture and subjecting the mixture to polymerization conditions to produce a polymeric composite. In an embodiment the nanoparticle has been treated with an additive prior to combining with the monomer and the additive contains a silane moiety.	05-30-2013
20140066677	Process for the Oxidative Coupling of Hydrocarbons - A method for the oxidative coupling of hydrocarbons, such as the oxidative coupling of methane to toluene, includes providing an oxidative catalyst inside a reactor, and carrying out the oxidative coupling reaction under a set of reaction conditions. The oxidative catalyst includes (A) at least one element selected from the group consisting of the Lanthanoid group, Mg, Ca, and the elements of Group 4 of the periodic table (Ti, Zr, and Hf); (B) at least one element selected from the group consisting of the Group 1 elements of Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs, and the elements of Group 3 (including La and Ac) and Groups 5-15 of the periodic table; (C) at least one element selected from the group consisting of the Group 1 elements of Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs, and the elements Ca, Sr, and Ba; and (D) oxygen.	03-06-2014
20140094631	Method for Production of Styrene from Toluene and Methane - A process is disclosed for making styrene by converting methanol to formaldehyde in a reactor then reacting the formaldehyde with toluene to form styrene in a separate reactor.	04-03-2014
20140107384	Method for Providing a Co-Feed in the Coupling of Toluene with a Carbon Source - A process for making styrene is disclosed that includes reacting toluene with a C	04-17-2014
20140114004	Nano Alumina or Silica Dispersed in Polystyrene - Disclosed is a method of making a polystyrene based nanocomposite by combining a monomer with a nanoparticle to form a mixture and subjecting the mixture to polymerization conditions to produce a polymeric composite. In an embodiment the nanoparticle has been treated with an additive prior to combining with the monomer and the additive contains a silane moiety.	04-24-2014
20140128651	Process for the Reduction of Alkylation Catalyst Deactivation Utilizing Low Silica to Alumina Ratio Catalyst - Alkylation systems and methods of minimizing alkylation catalyst regeneration are described herein. The alkylation systems generally include a preliminary alkylation system adapted to receive an input stream including an alkyl aromatic hydrocarbon and contact the input stream with a preliminary alkylation catalyst disposed therein to form a first output stream. The preliminary alkylation catalyst generally includes a zeolite catalyst having a SiO	05-08-2014
20140154148	Vaporization and Transportation of Alkali Metal Salts - An apparatus and method for vaporizing and transporting an alkali metal salt is shown. The apparatus has a first conduit capable of transporting an alkali metal salt solution and a second conduit in fluid communication with the first conduit, the second conduit capable of transporting steam so that the alkali metal salt is dissipated into the steam forming a solution that can be transported, such as to a remote reaction zone. The solution can be transported via a third conduit that is capable of being heated by a heat source. The method can be used to add a promoter to a dehydrogenation catalyst during a dehydrogenation reaction.	06-05-2014
20140194663	Oxidative Coupling of Hydrocarbons as Heat Source - A process for the coupling of hydrocarbons and utilizing the heat energy produced by the reaction is disclosed. In one embodiment the process can include reacting methane with oxygen to form a product stream containing ethane and further processing the ethane to ethylene in an existing ethylene production facility while using the heat energy produced by the reaction within the facility.	07-10-2014
20140221717	Alkylation of Benzene With a Hydrocarbon Gas - Methods of forming ethylbenzene are described herein. In one embodiment, the method includes contacting dilute ethylene with benzene in the presence of an alkylation catalyst to form ethylbenzene, wherein such contact occurs in a reaction zone containing a gaseous phase and recovering ethylbenzene from the reaction zone.	08-07-2014
20140257004	USE OF A CO-FEED IN THE COUPLING OF TOLUENE WITH A CARBON SOURCE - A process for making styrene is disclosed that includes providing toluene, a co-feed, and a C	09-11-2014
20140257005	Process for the Oxidative Coupling of Hydrocarbons - A method for the oxidative coupling of hydrocarbons, such as the oxidative coupling of methane to toluene, includes providing an oxidative catalyst inside a reactor, and carrying out the oxidative coupling reaction under a set of reaction conditions. The oxidative catalyst includes (A) at least one element selected from the group consisting of the Lanthanoid group, Mg, Ca, and the elements of Group 4 of the periodic table (Ti, Zr, and Hf); (B) at least one element selected from the group consisting of the Group 1 elements of Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs, and the elements of Group 3 (including La and Ac) and Groups 5-15 of the periodic table; (C) at least one element selected from the group consisting of the Group 1 elements of Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs, and the elements Ca, Sr, and Ba; and (D) oxygen.	09-11-2014
20140288340	Method for Production of Styrene from Toluene and Methane - A process is disclosed for making styrene by converting methanol to formaldehyde in a reactor then reacting the formaldehyde with toluene to form styrene in a separate reactor.	09-25-2014
20150126666	Nano Alumina or Silica Dispersed in Polystyrene - Disclosed is a method of making a polystyrene based nanocomposite by combining a monomer with a nanoparticle to form a mixture and subjecting the mixture to polymerization conditions to produce a polymeric composite. In an embodiment the nanoparticle has been treated with an additive prior to combining with the monomer and the additive contains a silane moiety.	05-07-2015
20150158793	Method for Production of Styrene from Toluene and Methanol - A process is disclosed for making styrene by converting methanol to formaldehyde in a reactor then reacting the formaldehyde with toluene to form styrene in a separate reactor.	06-11-2015
20150191662	Petrochemical Processes - Petrochemical processes, including reforming processes are described herein. The reforming processes generally include introducing an input stream to a reforming unit having a reforming catalyst disposed therein, wherein the input stream includes a naphtha having an N+2A value of from about 65 to about 85 and contacting the input stream with the reforming catalyst and hydrogen to form an output stream.	07-09-2015
20150239805	Offgas Stream Direct Contact Condenser - Methods and systems for the dehydrogenation of hydrocarbons include a direct contact condenser to remove compounds from an offgas process stream. The reduction of compounds can decrease duty on the offgas compressor by removing steam and aromatics from the offgas. The dehydrogenation reaction system can be applicable for reactions such as the dehydrogenation of ethylbenzene to produce styrene, the dehydrogenation of isoamiline to produce isoprene, or the dehydrogenation of n-pentene to produce piperylene.	08-27-2015
20150328609	Method and Apparatus for Addition of an Alkali Metal Promoter to a Dehydrogenation Catalyst - An apparatus and method for adding an alkali metal promoter into steam and contacting the solution with a dehydrogenation catalyst during a dehydrogenation reaction is disclosed. The apparatus has a first conduit capable of transporting an alkali metal salt solution and a second conduit in fluid communication with the first conduit, the second conduit capable of transporting steam so that the alkali metal salt is dissipated into the steam prior to entry into a dehydrogenation reaction zone.	11-19-2015
20160052839	Use of Swing Preliminary Alkylation Reactors - Alkylation systems and processes are described herein. The alkylation system generally includes a preliminary alkylation system containing a preliminary alkylation catalyst therein and adapted to contact an aromatic compound and an alkylating agent with the preliminary alkylation catalyst so as to alkylate the aromatic compound and form a preliminary output stream, wherein the preliminary alkylation system includes a first preliminary alkylation reactor and a second preliminary alkylation reactor connected in parallel to the first preliminary alkylation reactor and a primary alkylation system adapted to receive the preliminary output stream and contact the preliminary output stream and the alkylating agent with a primary alkylation catalyst disposed therein so as to form a primary output stream.	02-25-2016

James R. Butler, Friendswood, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080255397	Promotors for Controlling Acidity and Pore Size of Zeolite Catalysts for Use in Alkylation - A metal-modified alkylation catalyst including a metal/zeolite is provided where the metal is one or two selected from the group consisting of yttrium and a rare earth of the lanthanide series other than cerium. Where two metals are used, one may be Ce or La. The metal-promoted zeolite is useful as a molecular sieve aromatic alkylation catalyst for the production of ethylbenzene by the ethylation of benzene in the liquid phase or critical phase. An alkylation product is produced containing ethylbenzene as a primary product with the attendant production of heavier alkylated by-products of no more than 10-60 wt % of the ethyl benzene.	10-16-2008
20100190635	Promotors for Controlling Acidity and Pore Size of Zeolite Catalysts for Use in Alkylation - A metal-modified alkylation catalyst including a metal/zeolite is provided where the metal is one or two selected from the group consisting of yttrium and a rare earth of the lanthanide series other than cerium. Where two metals are used, one may be Ce or La. The metal-promoted zeolite is useful as a molecular sieve aromatic alkylation catalyst for the production of ethylbenzene by the ethylation of benzene in the liquid phase or critical phase. An alkylation product is produced containing ethylbenzene as a primary product with the attendant production of heavier alkylated by-products of no more than 10-60 wt % of the ethylbenzene.	07-29-2010

James R. Butler, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110077443	Process for Catalyst Regeneration and Extended Use - A method of producing an alkylaromatic by the alkylation of an aromatic with an alkylating agent, such as producing ethylbenzene by an alkylation reaction of benzene, is disclosed. The method includes using an H-beta catalyst to minimize process upsets due to alkylation catalyst deactivation and the resulting catalyst regeneration or replacement. The H-beta catalyst can be used in a preliminary alkylation reactor that is located upstream of the primary alkylation reactor. The H-beta catalyst used in a preliminary alkylation reactor can lead to the reactivation of the catalyst in the primary alkylation reactor.	03-31-2011

Jeff Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140144522	PACKAGED AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM HAVING Multiple UTILITY CONNECTIVITY - One aspect of this disclosure provides a packaged air conditioning & heating (PACH) system that comprises a housing, an air cooling system contained within the housing and an air heating system contained within the housing. A first utility access point is located on a first side of the housing and a second utility access point is located on a second side of the housing. The first and second utility access points provide multiple utility access connectivity for the air cooling and heating systems.	05-29-2014

Jerome K. Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080225918	INDEX GUIDED SEMICONDUCTOR LASER WITH LOSS-COUPLED GRATINGS AND CONTINUOUS WAVEGUIDE - A system and a method of manufacture for a semiconductor laser with a continuous waveguide ridge extending the length of the laser. The continuous waveguide ridge is positioned through the center of the optical components of the semiconductor laser. The optical components including the waveguide ridge may be distributed Bragg reflectors (DBRs), outcoupling gratings, and phase controllers. The illustrated embodiments include lateral-grating grating-stabilized edge-emitting lasers and lateral-grating grating-stabilized surface-emitting (GSE) lasers. Both loss-coupled and non-loss-coupled lateral-grating components are illustrated.	09-18-2008
20150063753	ENHANCED COUPLING STRENGTH GRATINGS - The present invention includes an optical waveguide with a grating and a method of making the same for increasing the effectiveness of the grating. In one example, the grating is at least partially covered by a liner layer disposed on at least a portion of a grating; and a cover layer disposed on the liner layer, wherein a first material selected for the core and ridges and a second material selected for the liner layer are selected to provide a difference in the index of refraction between the first and second material that is sufficient to provide a contrast therebetween.	03-05-2015

Jill Butler, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130179779	TECHNIQUES FOR TRANSACTING VIA AN ANIMATED ASSISTANT - Techniques for transacting via an animated assistant are provided. A kiosk processes an animated assistant that entices users to approach. Once a user approaches the animated assistant attempts to recognize the user and engages the user via an unspoken universal language using symbol imagery when the user is not recognized. When the user is recognized, the user is engaged via a preferred spoken language. The animated assistant guides the user through one or more automated transactions via the kiosk.	07-11-2013

Jim Butler, League City, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090054715	Method and Apparatus for Addition of Aqueous Solutions to High Temperature Processes - Methods and systems for extending the life of a dehydrogenation catalyst are described herein. For example, one embodiment includes providing a reaction vessel loaded with a dehydrogenation catalyst with a feedstream via a conduit in operable communication with the reaction vessel. The feedstream may include an alkyl aromatic hydrocarbon and the dehydrogenation catalyst may be adapted to convert the alkyl aromatic hydrocarbon to a vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon. The feedstream may be contacted with an aqueous catalyst life extender, wherein the aqueous catalyst life extender enters the conduit at a linear velocity sufficient to prevent vaporization of the catalyst life extender in the conduit prior to contact with the feedstream.	02-26-2009

John F. Butler, Plano, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110258014	System and Method For Allocating Inventory to Satisfy Online Demand and Demand At Physical Locations - A system and method for allocating inventory to satisfy online demand and demand at physical locations includes allocating a first portion of media rental inventory for online fulfillment and a second portion for fulfillment at physical rental locations. The method further includes making a determination of in-store rental activity for the second portion of inventory, and reallocating the first and second portions of inventory based on that determination.	10-20-2011

Johnny Butler, Highlands, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20160138747	SYSTEM FOR CUTTING A WORKPIECE AND METHOD FOR THE SAME - A method for cutting a workpiece that includes positioning a first element proximate to an outer surface of the workpiece; operatively associating the first element with a cutting machine; operating the cutting machine to cutout a portion of the workpiece in an area where the first element is positioned; and removing the portion of the workpiece while the portion is in connection or mechanical communication with at least one of the first element and the cutting machine.	05-19-2016

Joshua Butler, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110283637	WIND ABATEMENT DEVICE - An abatement or protective device (	11-24-2011
20110285167	AERODYNAMIC AND PROTECTIVE VEHICLE PANEL ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTING SAME - An aerodynamic panel assembly with surface macrostructure is provided for a land vehicle. The panel assembly includes a first plurality of slats each having a longitudinal length greater than its width, and a second plurality of slats each having a longitudinal length greater than its width. The first and second plurality of slats are interwoven, thereby providing significant structural strength while increasing the versatility of the panel assembly to be used on various types of vehicles. Various types of attachment mechanisms are provided for attaching a panel assembly to the vehicle.	11-24-2011
20130015698	AERODYNAMIC WHEEL COVERS AND MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES - Aerodynamic wheel covers may include a hub assembly coupled with a hub of a large vehicle, such as a truck. A base assembly may be coupled to the hub assembly, and a disk assembly may be coupled with the base assembly such that removal and installation of the disk assembly may be accomplished without tools.	01-17-2013
20140117712	AERODYNAMIC SYSTEM AND ADJUSTABLE FAIRINGS - Embodiments provide an aerodynamic fairing system that may comprise a base configured to mount to a vehicle, an arm coupled to the base at a proximate end and extending laterally, an a fairing mounted to the arm having an inboard and an outboard surface. The fairing outboard surface may provide an aerodynamic outer surface to direct flow to an angle to the rear. The arm may a fixed or adjustable length arm. The arm may provide a mounting area for a mud flap such that aerodynamic system may act as a mud flap hanger. Embodiments also provide an adjustable mud flap hanger.	05-01-2014
20150232137	AERODYNAMIC SYSTEM AND ADJUSTABLE FAIRINGS - Embodiments provide an aerodynamic fairing system that may comprise a base configured to mount to a vehicle, an arm coupled to the base at a proximate end and extending laterally, an a fairing mounted to the arm having an inboard and an outboard surface. The fairing outboard surface may provide an aerodynamic outer surface to direct flow to an angle to the rear. The arm may a fixed or adjustable length arm. The arm may provide a mounting area for a mud flap such that aerodynamic system may act as a mud flap hanger. Embodiments also provide an adjustable mud flap hanger.	08-20-2015

Joshua L. Butler, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150360735	AERODYNAMIC AND DEFLECTABLE ROOF FAIRING ATTACHMENT FOR TRACTOR-TRAILER VEHICLES - In some embodiments, a system and/or method may include a fairing system for vehicles. The fairing system may include a roofing extender. The roofing extender may be couplable rearward of a roof of a vehicle. In some embodiments, a frontward portion of the roofing extender may be coupled to the roof of the vehicle such that the roofing extender pivots, at the frontward portion, relative to the roof of the vehicle. In some embodiments, a rearward portion of the roofing extender may be coupled to the vehicle with a resilient member which allows the roofing extender to pivot relative to the roof of the vehicle within a specified range as needed before returning to set start point. In some embodiments, the roofing extender functions to adjust airflow over the roof of the vehicle.	12-17-2015

Justin P. Butler, Tomball, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140131036	Apparatus and Method for Milling/Drilling Windows and Lateral Wellbores Without Locking Using Unlocked Fluid-Motor - In one aspect, a method of performing a downhole operation is disclosed that in one embodiment may include running a downhole tool including an anchor, a whipstock, a cutting device, and an unlocked fluid-operated motor into a wellbore; wirelessly transmitting signals relating to orientation of the downhole tool from a sensor associated with the downhole tool; orienting the whipstock in response to the transmitted signals and without flowing a fluid through the cutting device; setting the anchor in the wellbore without flowing the fluid through the cutting device; and performing the downhole operation using the motor.	05-15-2014

Kenneth M. Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090037854	Test Method and System for Characterizing and/or Refining an IC Design Cycle - Systems and methods are provided for refining a design cycle for an integrated circuit. An integrated circuit design is generated. A plurality of non-critical paths within the integrated circuit design are identified. A set of at least one of the plurality of non-critical paths is modified to produce a modified design in which the sensitivity of each of the set of non-critical paths to at least one parameter is enhanced. Each parameter is either a design parameter or a process parameter. An integrated circuit is fabricated according to the modified design. The fabricated integrated circuit is evaluated to measure a set of timing data representing each of the plurality of non-critical paths. The value of the parameter is determined from the measured set of timing data.	02-05-2009
20090210830	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ESTIMATING TEST ESCAPES IN INTEGRATED CIRCUITS - A method for designing an integrated circuit including estimating a test escape rate for tests of interest, a test coverage calculator and a system for estimating a test escape rate for tests of interest associated with a portion of an integrated circuit (IC) die. In one embodiment the method includes the step of: estimating a test escape rate for a set of fault tests to be performed on an IC under design based on an estimated yield and a combined coverage of the set of fault tests; the combined coverage accounting for overlapping coverage among the set of fault tests.	08-20-2009
20110071782	SEMICONDUCTOR OUTLIER IDENTIFICATION USING SERIALLY-COMBINED DATA TRANSFORM PROCESSING METHODOLOGIES - A method for identifying outlier semiconductor devices from a plurality of semiconductor devices includes performing at least one electrical test to obtain electrical test data including at least one test parameter, applying at least a first data transform processing methodology to the electrical test data to generate processed test data, and applying a second data transform processing methodology that is different from the first data transform processing methodology to process the processed test data. The second data transform processing methodology applies an outlier test limit to identify non-outlier devices that comprise semiconductor devices from the semiconductor devices that conform to the outlier test limit and outlier devices that do not conform to the outlier test limit. The semiconductor devices are dispositioned using the outlier identification results. At least one of the data transform processing methodologies can include statistics.	03-24-2011
20110298488	THROUGH CARRIER DUAL SIDE LOOP-BACK TESTING OF TSV DIE AFTER DIE ATTACH TO SUBSTRATE - A method of testing electronic assemblies including singulated TSV die attached to a ML package substrate, on a substrate carrier. The substrate carrier includes through-holes for allowing probe contact to the BGA substrate pads on a bottomside of the package substrate that are coupled to the frontside of the TSVs. Contactable TSV tips on the bottomside of the TSV die are contacted with a topside coupler that includes a pattern of coupling terminals that matches a layout of at least a portion of the TSV tips or pads coupled to the TSV tips. The topside coupler electrically connects pairs of coupling terminals to provide a plurality of TSV loop back paths. The BGA substrate pads are contacted with a plurality of probes tips that extend through the through-holes to couple to the frontside of the TSVs. Electrical testing is performed across the electronic assembly to obtain at least one test parameter.	12-08-2011

Kenneth Michael Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080262793	Identification of Outlier Semiconductor Devices Using Data-Driven Statistical Characterization - Systems and methods for identification of outlier semiconductor devices using data-driven statistical characterization are described herein. At least some preferred embodiments include a method that includes identifying a plurality of sample semiconductor chips that fail a production test as a result of subjecting the plurality of sample semiconductor chips to a stress inducing process, identifying at least one correlation between variations in a first sample parameter and variations in a second sample parameter (the sample parameters associated with the plurality of sample semiconductor chips) identifying as a statistical outlier chip any of a plurality of production semiconductor chips that pass the production test and that further do not conform to a parameter constraint generated based upon the at least one correlation identified and upon data associated with at least some of the plurality of production semiconductor chips, and segregating the statistical outlier chip from the plurality of production semiconductor chip.	10-23-2008
20100148808	METHODS AND APPARATUS TO ANALYZE ON-CHIP CONTROLLED INTEGRATED CIRCUITS - Methods and apparatus for analyzing an integrated circuit are disclosed. An example method includes supplying power to an on-chip supply power regulator of integrated circuit, instructing the on-chip supply power regulator to output a circuit supply signal having a desired minimum voltage level for the integrated circuit, instructing the integrated circuit to initiate an on-chip self-test process, analyzing the results of the on-chip self-test process, and repeating the process after stepping down the voltage of the circuit supply signal level.	06-17-2010
20150234000	Real Time Semiconductor Process Excursion Monitor - Semiconductor process excursions may be monitored by fabricating functional circuitry on a plurality of semiconductor devices and then testing the functional circuitry of the plurality of semiconductor devices using a sequence of test patterns. A cumulative failure curve may be determined that has points of discontinuity based on results of testing with the sequence of test patterns. A point of discontinuity magnitude at a selected location in the cumulative failure curve may be compared to an expected discontinuity magnitude. Process excursion analysis may be indicated when a point of discontinuity magnitude exceeds an expected magnitude threshold.	08-20-2015

Ramion Clayton Butler, Santa Fe, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080263931	Rabbit ear no-gaff spear - The present invention includes a spear tip that is removably mounted onto the upper end of a spear shaft, which is securely engaged upon the upper end of a handle. A rubber band secures the spear tip to the upper end of the spear shaft. Spear tip has a conical portion integrally formed upon the top of a cylindrical portion. A cable is fixed to the spear point by passing the end of cable through a transverse passageway formed through the cylindrical portion below conical portion and forming a loop at the end of the cable. A pair of parallel rabbit ears is affixed to opposing sides of the cylindrical portion. The cable is adapted with a quick connect/disconnect mechanism.	10-30-2008
20080263932	Swivel point fish gig - A simple efficient novel design fishing spear assembly for sport fishing includes a spear point pivotally mounted to the upper end of a spear shaft. The spear point swivels from 0 degrees to 180 degrees. The spear point and shaft is mounted onto a long handle to support under water spear fishing, wade fishing, spear fishing or gig fishing from vessel. The ranges of rotation support the spear point between an insertion position, a retaining position, and a withdrawal position. A ball cooperatively engaging with a locking mechanism secures the spear point within the desired position. The long handle can range from a few feet to several feet depending on the application or need.	10-30-2008

Ray K. Butler, Allen, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140179244	Standard Antenna Interface - A modular wireless communications station includes a standard antenna interface, a wireless communications antenna, and a remote radio head. The standard interface includes an antenna mount for the wireless communications antenna and at least one radio head mount. The radio head mount includes at least one linear guided support structure. The wireless communications antenna includes a bracket configured to engage the antenna mount and at least one RF interconnection module, the wireless communications antenna being mounted on the antenna mount. The remote radio head(s) include a low friction car configured to engage the linear guided support structure of the standard interface and an RF connector configured to engage the RF interconnection module of the antenna. The remote radio head may slide into engagement with the antenna and locked into place.	06-26-2014

Ray K. Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140315408	STANDARD ANTENNA INTERFACE - An RF interconnection module includes a housing having a perimeter, a capacitive coupling, and a float gasket disposed about the perimeter of the housing. When the housing is mounted in an opening, the float gasket is positioned between the housing and the opening. The float gasket may be made of an elastomer material and may include a plurality of outwardly extending ribs for movable securing the gasket in the opening. In addition, a mount assembly includes a bracket assembly attachable to a tower-mounted equipment and at least one jumper cable having at least one ohmic connector for connecting to the tower-mounted equipment and at least one capacitive connector. The capacitive connector may comprise an RF interconnection module mounted on the bracket assembly. The bracket assembly may be adjustable to accommodate tower mounted equipment of various sizes.	10-23-2014
20160043515	STANDARD ANTENNA INTERFACE - An RF interconnection module includes a housing having a perimeter, a capacitive coupling, and a float gasket disposed about the perimeter of the housing. When the housing is mounted in an opening, the float gasket is positioned between the housing and the opening. The float gasket may be made of an elastomer material and may include a plurality of outwardly extending ribs for movable securing the gasket in the opening. In addition, a mount assembly includes a bracket assembly attachable to a tower-mounted equipment and at least one jumper cable having at least one ohmic connector for connecting to the tower-mounted equipment and at least one capacitive connector. The capacitive connector may comprise an RF interconnection module mounted on the bracket assembly. The bracket assembly may be adjustable to accommodate tower mounted equipment of various sizes.	02-11-2016

Richard A. Butler, Corpus Christi, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110293377	Collapsible High-Volume Oil Containment Device, and Deepwater Oil Containment Methods - High-volume, collapsible oil containment devices are provided. The high volume collapsible oil containment devices are useable to mitigate seabed deepwater oil emergencies.	12-01-2011

Roy Michael Butler, Lindale, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20140264134	VALVE SEAL ASSEMBLY WITH RELIEF VOLUME - An exemplary valve seal assembly is provided that includes a valve body with one or more relief volumes that may extend circumferentially and positioned in or adjacent one or both an upper and lower member of the valve body. A compression seal positioned adjacent an opening of a relief volume and a seal that is provided primarily in a volume between the upper and lower members. In an uncompressed state, the compression seal is maintained adjacent the opening of the relief volume. In a compressed state when the valve seal assembly compressively engages a valve seat, the compression seal is compressed against the relief volume, and may be either fully or partially compressed into the relief volume. A relief volume primary angle may be provided at a desired angle, and a seal retention volume primary angle may be provided at a desired angle.	09-18-2014

Stephanie W. Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080251864	STACKED POLY STRUCTURE TO REDUCE THE POLY PARTICLE COUNT IN ADVANCED CMOS TECHNOLOGY - A method for implementing a stacked gate, comprising forming a gate dielectric on a semiconductor body, forming a first layer of gate electrode material on the gate dielectric, forming a second layer of gate electrode material on the first layer of gate electrode material, wherein the grain size distribution of the first layer of gate electrode material is different than the grain size distribution of the second layer of gate electrode material, implanting the first and second gate electrode materials, patterning the first and the second gate electrodes and the gate dielectric, and forming source and drain regions.	10-16-2008
20090204861	System and Method for Increasing the Extent of Built-In Self-Testing of Memory and Circuitry - An integrated circuit (IC), a method of testing an IC and a method of reading test results from an IC containing built-in self-test (BIST) circuitry. In one embodiment, the IC includes: (1) an external test bus interface, (2) read-write memory coupled to the external test bus interface, (3) other circuitry and (4) BIST circuitry, coupled to the external test bus interface, the read-write memory and the other circuitry and configured to test the read-write memory to identify a good data block therein, store in a predetermined data block in the read-write memory multiple instances of a pointer to the good data block, conduct a test of at least the other circuitry and store at least some results of the test in the good data block.	08-13-2009
20100229056	System and Method for Increasing the Extent of Built-In Self-Testing of Memory and Circuitry - An integrated circuit (IC), a method of testing an IC and a method of reading test results from an IC containing built-in self-test (BIST) circuitry. In one embodiment, the IC includes: (1) an external test bus interface, (2) read-write memory coupled to the external test bus interface, (3) other circuitry and (4) BIST circuitry, coupled to the external test bus interface, the read-write memory and the other circuitry and configured to test the read-write memory to identify a good data block therein, store in a predetermined data block in the read-write memory multiple instances of a pointer to the good data block, conduct a test of at least the other circuitry and store at least some results of the test in the good data block.	09-09-2010

Stephanie Watts Butler, Richardson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090037854	Test Method and System for Characterizing and/or Refining an IC Design Cycle - Systems and methods are provided for refining a design cycle for an integrated circuit. An integrated circuit design is generated. A plurality of non-critical paths within the integrated circuit design are identified. A set of at least one of the plurality of non-critical paths is modified to produce a modified design in which the sensitivity of each of the set of non-critical paths to at least one parameter is enhanced. Each parameter is either a design parameter or a process parameter. An integrated circuit is fabricated according to the modified design. The fabricated integrated circuit is evaluated to measure a set of timing data representing each of the plurality of non-critical paths. The value of the parameter is determined from the measured set of timing data.	02-05-2009

Steven Butler, Arlington, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090205109	Article of headwear - The present invention relates to an article of headwear having a material representing a sport ball, including stitching resembling the sport ball, covering all or a portion of the brim or head-covering portion of the headwear.	08-20-2009

Stuart Butler, Spring, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20150267490	BACK PRESSURE CONTROL SYSTEM - A back pressure control system adapted to be at least partially integrated with a drill rig.	09-24-2015

Thomas I. Butler, Lake Jackson, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080293890	Elastomeric Resin Compositions with Improved Resistance to Draw Resonance - This invention relates to polyolefin compositions. In particular, the invention pertains to elastic polymer compositions that can be more easily processed on cast film lines, extrusion lamination or coating lines due to improved resistance to draw resonance. The compositions of the present invention comprise an elastomeric polyolefin resin and a high pressure low density type resin. The preferred compositions of the present invention comprise from 88 to 99 percent elastomer or plastomer and from 1 to 12 percent by weight of a high pressure low density type resin.	11-27-2008

William M. Butler, Fort Worth, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090320442	DUAL MODE PROPULSION SYSTEM - A system or method of propelling a vehicle with a multimodal propulsion system is provided. This multimodal propulsion system includes a primary inlet, a high-pressure gas generator, a gas generator exhaust system, a secondary fluid inlet, and a propulsion exhaust system. The primary inlet receives an incoming fluid flow that is provided to the high-pressure gas generator. The high-pressure gas generator coupled to the primary inlet produces a high-pressure exhaust from the incoming fluid flow. The high-pressure gas generator exhaust and secondary inlet couple to the propulsive exhaust system which mixes the two flow streams. The secondary flow may be gaseous or liquid fluid flow such as air flow for airborne flight and water for waterborne operation. The mixed fluid flow is expelled by the propulsive exhaust system that can propel the vehicle.	12-31-2009

Zsavon Lovett Butler, Houston, TX US