Johnson, Houston
Alexander Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100011127 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROL USING CONTROL DEVICES THAT PROVIDE A VIRTUAL MACHINE ENVIRONMENT AND THAT COMMUNICATE VIA AN IP NETWORK - The invention provides improved methods and apparatus for control using field and control devices that provide a virtual machine environment and that communicate via an IP network. By way of non-limiting example, such field device can be an “intelligent” transmitter or actuator that includes a low power processor, along with a random access memory, a read-only memory, FlashRAM, and a sensor interface. The processor can execute a real-time operating system, as well as a Java virtual machine (JVM). Java byte code executes in the JVM to configure the field device to perform typical process control functions, e.g., for proportional integral derivative (PID) control and signal conditioning. Control networks can include a plurality of such field and control devices interconnected by an IP network, such as an Ethernet. | 01-14-2010 |
20100076604 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROL USING CONTROL DEVICES THAT PROVIDE A VIRTUAL MACHINE ENVIRONMENT AND THAT COMMUNICATE VIA AN IP NETWORK - The invention provides improved methods and apparatus for control using field and control devices that provide a virtual machine environment and that communicate via an IP network. By way of non-limiting example, such field device can be an “intelligent” transmitter or actuator that includes a low power processor, along with a random access memory, a read-only memory, FlashRAM, and a sensor interface. The processor can execute a real-time operating system, as well as a Java virtual machine (JVM). Java byte code executes in the JVM to configure the field device to perform typical process control functions, e.g., for proportional integral derivative (PID) control and signal conditioning. Control networks can include a plurality of such field and control devices interconnected by an IP network, such as an Ethernet. | 03-25-2010 |
20100262707 | REMOTE OPERATION OF PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT OVER CUSTOMER SUPPLIED NETWORK - A DCS protocol message addressed to a remote DCS station is generated at a local distributed control system (DCS). The DCS protocol message is received at a local tunneling device. The local tunneling device packages the DCS protocol message into a SCADA protocol message. The SCADA protocol message is transmitted from the local tunneling device to a remote tunneling device. The remote tunneling device receives the SCADA protocol message. The SCADA protocol message is unpackaged into a DCS protocol message at the remote tunneling device, and the DCS protocol message is placed on to a remote DCS such that it flows to the remote station. The DCS protocol message is received at the remote station. | 10-14-2010 |
20110196512 | REMOTE OPERATION OF PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT OVER CUSTOMER SUPPLIED NETWORK - A DCS protocol message addressed to a remote DCS station is generated at a local distributed control system (DCS). The DCS protocol message is received at a local tunneling device. The local tunneling device packages the DCS protocol message into a SCADA protocol message. The SCADA protocol message is transmitted from the local tunneling device to a remote tunneling device. The remote tunneling device receives the SCADA protocol message. The SCADA protocol message is unpackaged into a DCS protocol message at the remote tunneling device, and the DCS protocol message is placed on to a remote DCS such that it flows to the remote station. The DCS protocol message is received at the remote station. | 08-11-2011 |
20120290735 | REMOTE OPERATION OF PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT OVER CUSTOMER SUPPLIED NETWORK - A DCS protocol message addressed to a remote DCS station is generated at a local distributed control system (DCS). The DCS protocol message is received at a local tunneling device. The local tunneling device packages the DCS protocol message into a SCADA protocol message. The SCADA protocol message is transmitted from the local tunneling device to a remote tunneling device. The remote tunneling device receives the SCADA protocol message. The SCADA protocol message is unpackaged into a DCS protocol message at the remote tunneling device, and the DCS protocol message is placed on to a remote DCS such that it flows to the remote station. The DCS protocol message is received at the remote station. | 11-15-2012 |
20140107810 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROL USING CONTROL DEVICES THAT PROVIDE A VIRTUAL MACHINE ENVIRONMENT AND THAT COMMUNICATE VIA AN IP NETWORK - The invention provides improved methods and apparatus for control using field and control devices that provide a virtual machine environment and that communicate via an IP network. By way of non-limiting example, such field device can be an “intelligent” transmitter or actuator that includes a low power processor, along with a random access memory, a read-only memory, FlashRAM, and a sensor interface. The processor can execute a real-time operating system, as well as a Java virtual machine (JVM). Java byte code executes in the JVM to configure the field device to perform typical process control functions, e.g., for proportional integral derivative (PID) control and signal conditioning. Control networks can include a plurality of such field and control devices interconnected by an IP network, such as an Ethernet. | 04-17-2014 |
Alexander Park Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090282067 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING CONTROL SYSTEM DATABASE AND GRAPHICS FROM SCHEMA-BASED INTERMEDIATE DESCRIPTIONS - A method and system for automatically generating process control databases and process graphics for a distributed control system is disclosed herein. Programmed process control database and process graphics generators automatically render output in a target process control system environment (e.g., InFusion Engineering Environment—or IEE) from an intermediate (e.g., XML) representation of process control and process graphics definitions. | 11-12-2009 |
Angela Marie Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140303045 | Biocidal Systems and Methods of Use - Systems and methods for controlling microbial growth and/or activity in a gas field fluid or oil field fluid are provided, comprising: a) adding a first biocide component to the gas field fluid or oil field fluid in an amount effective to control microbial growth and/or activity; and b) after a delay, adding a second biocide component to the gas field fluid or oil field fluid. | 10-09-2014 |
Anthony Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100241241 | REMOTE ACTUATED VALVE IMPLANT - Valve implant systems positionable within a flow passage, the systems having an inlet, an outlet, and a remotely activatable valve between the inlet and outlet, with the valves being operable to provide intermittent occlusion of the flow path. A remote field is applied to provide thermal or magnetic activation of the valves. | 09-23-2010 |
20140163693 | REMOTE ACTUATED VALVE IMPLANT - Valve implant systems positionable within a flow passage, the systems having an inlet, an outlet, and a remotely activatable valve between the inlet and outlet, with the valves being operable to provide intermittent occlusion of the flow path. A remote field is applied to provide thermal or magnetic activation of the valves. | 06-12-2014 |
Candace Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140114231 | Formulations and Compositions of Hydrophobic Extracts of Skin Tree - This patent discloses formulations, compositions, and process method and device, of hydrophobic extracts and biomass of Skin Tree, also called | 04-24-2014 |
Carlton B. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100310892 | Polyethylene Stretch Film - In one aspect is a film comprising: (a) within the range of from 50 to 99 wt % linear low density polyethylene based on the weight of the core composition; and (b) within the range of from 1 to 50 wt % propylene-α-olefin copolymer based on the weight of the core composition, wherein the propylene-α-olefin copolymer possesses: (i) a melting temperature (T | 12-09-2010 |
Carl W. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140141944 | ALL IN ONE FITNESS BALL - A new weighted ball exercise device is disclosed. The ball has handles connected to covers located on opposite sides of the ball. The handles rotate 360 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise. The handles alleviate stress on the user's wrists and provide a firm grip. The ball has an internal weight storage compartment or weight drawer that may be opened to permit adding or removing weights of various sizes and weights. The compartment can be axially located between the covers, and be locked and unlocked by action of spring-loaded button mechanism. In another embodiment, the ball has opposing rotatable covers with handles and grips. Weights are removably insertable into one or more recessed compartments located about the ball's outer surface, and may be radially spaced apart. A kettle bell handle attachment can be inserted into the outer surface to permit conversion of the ball to a kettle ball device. | 05-22-2014 |
Christopher Carter Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090242211 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR A DOWNHOLE TOOL - An apparatus and method for operating a packer and a fracture valve is shown. The packer may include a tubular mandrel having a longitudinal bore with an annular packing element and a first piston disposed around the mandrel, wherein the first piston is operable to set the packing element, and a second piston operable to isolate fluid communication between the first piston and the mandrel bore. The fracture valve may include a tubular mandrel having a longitudinal bore and a port, a piston operable to close fluid communication between the bore and the port, and a latch disposed between the piston and the mandrel operable to resist movement of the piston. | 10-01-2009 |
20110030960 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR A DOWNHOLE TOOL - An apparatus and method for operating a packer and a fracture valve is shown. The packer may include a tubular mandrel having a longitudinal bore with an annular packing element and a first piston disposed around the mandrel, wherein the first piston is operable to set the packing element, and a second piston operable to isolate fluid communication between the first piston and the mandrel bore. The fracture valve may include a tubular mandrel having a longitudinal bore and a port, a piston operable to close fluid communication between the bore and the port, and a latch disposed between the piston and the mandrel operable to resist movement of the piston. | 02-10-2011 |
Christopher J. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100077674 | CONNECTING NODE AND METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTING A CONNECTING NODE - A connecting node comprises a polyhedral structure comprising a plurality of panels joined together at its side edges to form a spherical approximation, wherein at least one of the plurality of panels comprises a faceted surface being constructed with a passage for integrating with one of a plurality of elements comprising a docking port, a hatch, and a window that is attached to the connecting node. A method for manufacturing a connecting node comprises the steps of providing a plurality of panels, connecting the plurality of panels to form a spherical approximation, wherein each edge of each panel of the plurality is joined to another edge of another panel, and constructing at least one of the plurality of panels to include a passage for integrating at least one of a plurality of elements that may be attached to the connecting node. | 04-01-2010 |
20110180669 | Inflatable nested toroid structure - An inflatable structure comprises at least two generally toroidal, inflatable modules. When in a deployed mode, the first, inner module has a major diameter less than that of a second, outer module and is positioned within the inner circumference of the outer module such that the first module is nested circumferentially alongside the second module. The inflatable structure, in a non-deployed, non-inflated mode, is of compact configuration and adapted to be transported to a site of deployment. When deployed, the inflatable structure is of substantially increased interior volume. In one embodiment, access between the interior of the first module and the second module is provided by at least one port or structural pass-through. In another embodiment, the inflatable structure includes at least one additional generally toroidal module external of and circumferentially surrounding the second module. | 07-28-2011 |
Dana Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140114231 | Formulations and Compositions of Hydrophobic Extracts of Skin Tree - This patent discloses formulations, compositions, and process method and device, of hydrophobic extracts and biomass of Skin Tree, also called | 04-24-2014 |
Daniel Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090204330 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING TIME-DISTANCE CHARACTERISTICS IN ACQUISITION, PROCESSING, AND IMAGING OF T-CSEM DATA - There is provided herein a system and method of acquiring, processing, and imaging transient Controlled Source ElectroMagnetic (t-CSEM) data in ways that are similar to those used for seismic data. In particular, the instant invention exploits the time-distance characteristics of t-CSEM data to permit the design and execution of t-CSEM surveys for optimal subsequent processing and imaging. The instant invention illustrates how to correct t-CSEM data traces for attenuation and dispersion, so that their characteristics are more like those of seismic data and can be processed using algorithms familiar to the seismic processor. The resulting t-CSEM images, particularly if combined with corresponding seismic images, may be used to infer the location of hydrocarbon reservoirs. | 08-13-2009 |
Daniel P. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140029383 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MIGRATION VELOCITY MODELING - A method of modifying a seismic image of a subsurface region includes identifying a location within the seismic image that includes a distortion, indicating a structural change associated with the distortion, that is selected to at least partially correct for the distortion, identifying a region causing the distortion in which corrections to a velocity model corresponding to the seismic image are to be applied, performing an inversion for the region in accordance with the indicated structural change, updating the velocity model on the basis of the inversion, and producing a modified seismic image on the basis of the updated velocity model. | 01-30-2014 |
Daniel Paul Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140129188 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ANALYSIS OF SEISMIC IMAGES - A method for modeling illumination in a seismic survey of a subsurface region using a velocity model thereof includes specifying locations for a plurality of seismic shots, specifying locations for a plurality of seismic receivers, specifying a source radiation pattern for each source, tracing each ray from a reflection surface, computing an energy value for each ray using a Fresnel zone defined at a receiving surface and defined for a single frequency, and repeating the tracing and computing for each shot. | 05-08-2014 |
Daryl Erwin Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140318775 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR USE OF PROPPANT SURFACE CHEMISTRY TO IMPROVE PROPPANT CONSOLIDATION AND FLOWBACK CONTROL - The present invention relates to methods for hydraulically fracturing a subterranean formation to improve the production rates and ultimate recovery by contacting unconsolidated resin-coated proppant particulates residing in a propped fracture with a reactive crosslinker in order to form a consolidated proppant pack. The present invention also relates to methods for use in water injection wells to consolidate the resin-coated proppant particulates in a gravel packed or frac packed region of a wellbore. | 10-30-2014 |
Donald H. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20080285386 | Training For Directional Detection - Acoustic telemetry devices and methods that provide directional detection. In one embodiment, a disclosed acoustic telemetry device comprises at least two acoustic sensors and an electronics module. The electronics module combines the detection signals from the acoustic sensors to obtain a combined signal that substantially excludes signals propagating in a direction opposite to the communication signal The disclosed systems and methods can be trained in the field and will readily accommodate an irregular and unknown signal transmission medium between the two acoustic sensors | 11-20-2008 |
Don H. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100315513 | Method And Apparatus For Compressive Imaging Device Having Startle Reflex - A method and apparatus for new digital image/video camera that directly acquires random projections of the incident light field without first collecting the pixels/voxels and has a startle reflex. The startle reflex is achieved by collecting a training set of samples while operating the imaging device at the low sampling rate, computing an empirical probability distribution of the training set of samples, collecting a testing set of samples while operating the imaging device at the low sampling rate, computing an empirical probability distribution of the testing set of samples, computing an empirical entropy test statistic, and capturing an image at the high sampling rate in response to the computed empirical entropy statistic exceeding a threshold. | 12-16-2010 |
Don Herrick Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20080270055 | ANALOG SYSTEM FOR COMPUTING SPARSE CODES - A parallel dynamical system for computing sparse representations of data, i.e., where the data can be fully represented in terms of a small number of non-zero code elements, and for reconstructing compressively sensed images. The system is based on the principles of thresholding and local competition that solves a family of sparse approximation problems corresponding to various sparsity metrics. The system utilizes Locally Competitive Algorithms (LCAs), nodes in a population continually compete with neighboring units using (usually one-way) lateral inhibition to calculate coefficients representing an input in an over complete dictionary. | 10-30-2008 |
Everette Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20150022326 | System for Measuring and Reporting a Condition of Equipment - A system for measuring and reporting conditions of equipment comprises a sensor to measure a condition of the equipment. The sensor communicates with a processor in communication that receives the signal from the sensor and converts the signal to data. A data storage device in communication with the processor stores the measurement data. Also included is a wireless communication interface in communication with the processor for wireless communicating the measurement data. | 01-22-2015 |
James P. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100314114 | SWELLABLE POLYMER WITH ANIONIC SITES - The invention is directed to stable crosslinked water-soluble swellable polymers and methods for making same. More particularly, the invention relates to a composition comprising expandable polymeric particles having anionic sites and labile crosslinkers and stable crosslinkers, said particle mixed with a fluid and a cationic crosslinker that is capable of further crosslinking the particle on degradation of the labile crosslinker and exposure of the anionic sites so as to form a gel. A particularly important use is as an injection fluid in petroleum production, where the expandable polymeric particles are injected into target zone and when the heat and/or suitable pH of the target zone cause degradation of the labile crosslinker and the particle expands, the cationic crosslinker crosslinks the polymer to form a gel, thus diverting water to lower permeability regions and improving oil recovery. | 12-16-2010 |
20100314115 | SWELLABLE POLYMER WITH CATIONIC SITES - The invention is directed to long lasting crosslinked water-soluble swellable polymers, methods for making same, and their uses. More particularly, the invention relates to a composition comprising expandable polymeric particles having cationic sites as well as labile crosslinkers and stable crosslinkers, said particle mixed with a fluid. A particularly important use is as an injection fluid in petroleum production, where the expandable polymeric particles are injected into a target zones in the reservoirs and when the heat and/or a suitable pH in the reservoir cause degradation of the labile crosslinker and when the particle expands, the cationic sites in the polymer adsorb to negative sites of the rock in the formation, thus diverting water to lower permeability regions and improving oil recovery. However, many other uses are possible. | 12-16-2010 |
Jason K. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090286205 | Prefabricated Dental Crowns - Advanced material is preferably used for the manufacturing of dental crowns which may be used to restore decayed or to protect other compromised tooth structure. The dental crowns are preferably preformed or prefabricated with a strengthener by way of either (1) a metal crown base (for example, a stainless steel crown base) having an advanced material (which may include fillers) applied coating or layer; or (2) an advanced material with a strengthener in the form of a strip and/or fillers. In either of the foregoing, or independently, the advanced material may be formed or applied by flame spray, liquid dispersion, powder coating, compression molding, vacuum forming, injection molding, pressure forming, or thermoforming. | 11-19-2009 |
Jay Johnson, Houston, MN US
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20150276287 | PHOBIC/PHILIC STRUCTURES IN REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS AND LIQUID VAPOR SEPARATION IN REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS - Oleophobic and/or philic surface(s) are utilized for oil separation, direction, and/or collection in a refrigeration system. Surfaces of component(s) of a refrigeration system (compressor, oil separator, evaporator, etc.) are produced to be oleophobic or philic. The oleophobic and/or philic surfaces are utilized to direct a flow path of oil within the refrigeration system or to prevent oil connection in an area. Refrigerant phobic and/or lubricant phobic material(s) also may be utilized to help promote separation of refrigerant vapor from refrigerant liquid and/or from oil in refrigeration systems. | 10-01-2015 |
Jay H. Johnson, Houston, MN US
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20110005251 | Compressor discharge valve providing freeze and charge migration protection - A refrigerant system includes a compressor with a discharge valve that temporarily restricts the compressor's outflow at startup so that the discharge pressure can quickly rise to force lubricant back to the compressor. The discharge valve also helps prevent an axial face of a rotor of a screw compressor from rubbing against a bearing housing axial face of the compressor's housing. When the system turns off under certain low ambient air temperature conditions, the valve closes to help prevent the system's evaporator from freezing up. The discharge valve includes a novel arrangement of a piston, a valve stem extending from the piston, and a valve plug pivotally attached to the valve stem. The pivotal connection ensures a positive seal between the valve plug and a valve seat. A somewhat restricted fluid passageway between the valve's discharge chamber and piston chamber helps prevent the valve from chattering as the valve opens. | 01-13-2011 |
20130108495 | HIGH PRESSURE SEAL VENT | 05-02-2013 |
20150093273 | ROTARY COMPRESSORS WITH VARIABLE SPEED AND VOLUME CONTROL - Systems and methods are used to control operation of a rotary compressor of a refrigeration system to improve efficiency by varying the volume ratio and the speed of the compressor in response to current operating and load conditions. The volume of the axial and/or radial discharge ports of the compressor can be varied to provide a volume ratio corresponding to operating conditions. In addition, permanent magnet motors and/or control of rotor tip speed can be employed for further efficiency gains. | 04-02-2015 |
Jeffrey Eldon Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100299468 | Signal Termination Scheme for High Speed Memory Modules - A memory device is coupled to a subset of lines of a data input/output (I/O) bus. The memory device includes an on-die active termination circuit for terminating the subset of lines of the data I/O bus with a selected impedance being one of a plurality of selectable impedances; a termination value register being coupled to the on-die active termination circuit for storing a value representing the selected impedance; and a termination value setting circuit being coupled to the termination value register, for setting the value representing the selected impedance in the termination value register. | 11-25-2010 |
Jeremy Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20130087340 | CHEMOMECHANICAL TREATMENT FLUIDS AND METHODS OF USE - Methods and systems are provided for favorably altering the chemomechanical properties of subterranean formations using treatment fluids comprising surfactants and halide salts. Methods for treating formations comprise the steps of introducing a chemomechanical treatment fluid into the formation and allowing the treatment fluid to interact with the formation to alter its petrochemical properties in various ways. Depending on the application, the chemomechanical treatment fluid may comprise a base fluid, a halide salt and an amphoteric or nonamphoteric surfactant where the surfactant is dissolved in the base fluid at a concentration below its critical micelle concentration. Applications of use involving the chemomechanical treatment fluids include treatment operations, secondary recovery operations, drilling operations, and any other operation that would benefit from the formation property modifications described herein. Subterranean formation properties that may to be varied by the chemomechanical treatment fluid include fracture toughness, compressive strength, and tensile strength. | 04-11-2013 |
Joe S. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20100288504 | Subsea Connection Apparatus for a Surface Blowout Preventer Stack - A subsea connection apparatus to allow connecting a surface blowout preventer stack and riser to a subsea wellhead is disclosed. The subsea connection apparatus uses a single cavity blowout preventer with a set of shearing blind rams. Hydraulically actuated wellhead connectors are secured to the top and bottom of the blowout preventer to allow connection to a subsea wellhead below the subsea connection apparatus and a well head hub profile on the lower end of a riser above the apparatus. A control system can operate both of the hydraulically actuated connectors and the blowout preventer independently. A frangible bore protector is disposed in the bore of the blowout preventer to protect the shearing blind rams from pipe, tools, and fluids being passed through the blowout preventer and can be sheared by the shearing blind rams along with any drill pipe in the bore. | 11-18-2010 |
20120199360 | Subsea Connection Apparatus for a Surface Blowout Preventer Stack - A subsea connection apparatus to allow connecting a surface blowout preventer stack and riser to a subsea wellhead is disclosed. The subsea connection apparatus uses a single cavity blowout preventer with a set of shearing blind rams. Hydraulically actuated wellhead connectors are secured to the top and bottom of the blowout preventer to allow connection to a subsea wellhead below the subsea connection apparatus and a well head hub profile on the lower end of a riser above the apparatus. A control system can operate both of the hydraulically actuated connectors and the blowout preventer independently. A frangible bore protector is disposed in the bore of the blowout preventer to protect the shearing blind rams from pipe, tools, and fluids being passed through the blowout preventer and can be sheared by the shearing blind rams along with any drill pipe in the bore. | 08-09-2012 |
Mark Alan Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090050329 | SUBSEA ADAPTER FOR CONNECTING A RISER TO A SUBSEA TREE - A method and system for performing intervention and workover operations on a subsea well are provided, as well as an adapter for connecting a lower end portion of a conduit extending from a vessel with an upper portion of a lower marine riser package associated with a subsea tree. The method includes providing a lower marine riser package connected to an upper portion of a subsea tree associated with a subsea well, and a conduit extending from a vessel toward the lower marine riser package. The conduit is connected to the lower marine riser package with an adapter. A portion of a conduit bore of the conduit above the adapter is sealed from a chamber in the adapter, and a portion of a bore extending through the lower marine riser package is sealed from the chamber. The adapter is opened for access to the chamber from the sea. | 02-26-2009 |
20120132206 | MULTI-MISSION REBREATHER SYSTEM - An apparatus comprising a scrubber bed; at least one heat sink operatively connected to the scrubber bed; at least one screen connected to the scrubber bed; and a scrubber tube connected to the scrubber bed. Also, a method of using a multiple mission re-breather apparatus, the method comprising attaching the multiple mission re-breather apparatus; using the multiple mission re-breather apparatus in a dry environment; and using the multiple mission re-breather apparatus in a wet environment. Further, a method of controlling a multiple mission re-breather apparatus, the method comprising activating an electronics package of the multiple mission re-breather apparatus, the electronics package comprising software instructions for adjusting operational parameters of the multiple mission re-breather apparatus in response to a change in environmental pressure; and using the multiple mission re-breather apparatus. | 05-31-2012 |
Michael David Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20150104138 | Method and Apparatus for Processing Optical Fiber Under Microgravity Conditions - An apparatus used for the fabrication of fiberoptic waveguides utilizing a novel melting and resolidifying apparatus and method while under microgravity conditions is disclosed. In one embodiment, the optical fiber core has a lower melting point than the cladding and the core is melted and resolidified under microgravity conditions. The molten lower melting point core is thus contained by the higher melting point cladding while under microgravity conditions. | 04-16-2015 |
Paul Blair Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20150292266 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR A RUG PLOT FOR GEOSTEERING APPLICATIONS - A system utilized to geosteer a downhole assembly provides a real-time, 3-Dimensional (“3D”) visualization of the downhole assembly and surrounding formation as it moves through the formation. The 3D visualization, or model, may be updated in real-time and may display real-time data related to various downhole conditions and geologic characteristics. | 10-15-2015 |
Robert C. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090075841 | NUCLEIC ACIDS ARRAYS AND METHODS OF USE THEREFOR - Compilations of nucleic acids, articles of manufacture which are surfaces comprising multiple blocks of arrays comprising such compilations, methods of use of the compilations and arrays for detection of chromosomal disorders, such as a chromosomal aneuploidies, deletions, amplifications, and diagnosis and prognosis of syndromes associated with a contiguous gene abnormality and kits are provided. | 03-19-2009 |
Rowland Xavier Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20120240576 | Thermal Gradient Hydroelectric Power System and Method - A thermal gradient hydroelectric power system and method is disclosed herein. Specifically, the method can comprise cycling through a submersed evaporator warm from a natural warm water source, said warm water source having a first temperature. The method also can comprise evaporating a working fluid using said evaporator, and routing the working fluid from the evaporator through a vapor line to a condenser above said evaporator. Finally, the method can also comprise cycling through a condenser cold water from a natural cold water source, the cold water source having a second temperature, and condensing the working fluid, the working fluid having a boiling point between said first temperature and said second temperature. | 09-27-2012 |
Ryan Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20140066424 | HETEROCYCLIC MODULATORS OF HIF ACTIVITY FOR TREATMENT OF DISEASE - The present invention relates to compounds and methods which may be useful as inhibitors of HIF pathway activity for the treatment or prevention of cancer and other hypoxia-mediated diseases. | 03-06-2014 |
20150252058 | HETEROCYCLIC MODULATORS OF HIF ACTIVITY FOR TREATMENT OF DISEASE - The present invention relates to compounds and methods which may be useful as inhibitors of HIF pathway activity for the treatment or prevention of cancer and other hypoxia-mediated diseases. | 09-10-2015 |
Sheila Elaine Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20120211612 | Movable And Adjustable Cooler Stand - The present invention discloses a stand for a cooler containing cooling solution. The cooler further includes an attached flexible tubing outlet for draining the cooling solution through the flexible tube outlet into a medical cuff for reducing swelling of injured tissue. The stand further comprises a cylindrical container with a cavity for receiving through the opened top end of the lateral sidewall the cooler therein. An elongated pedestal is further defined by a top end and a bottom end. The top end of the pedestal is attached underneath the bottom side of the container. The container is supported in an upright position a distance above the surface of the ground. An aperture is located in the lateral side wall for receiving the flexible tubing outlet therethrough. | 08-23-2012 |
Taylor Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20120152533 | Control of a Component of a Downhole Tool - An apparatus including a downhole tool for conveyance in a wellbore extending into a subterranean formation and method of use thereof. The downhole tool may include a turbo-alternator disposed in a passageway for drilling mud, and a controller to: track operating points of the turbo-alternator, determine from the operating points a flow rate of the drilling mud, and control a component of the downhole tool based on the flow rate. | 06-21-2012 |
Thomas Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20130162941 | Braided Eyewear Retainer - An eyewear retainer for glasses, in which braided tubular sleeves with bonded terminal ends hold onto the temple piece of the glasses. The eyewear retainer consists of two braided tubular sleeves, with at least one of the terminal ends of each sleeve ending in a plurality of terminal ends of the braided strings or ribbons. The two braided tubular sleeves may be connected via a continuous braid or used with another intermediary component. The length of the device is selected for comfortable use and may be adjusted during use. In a preferred embodiment, the bonding of the terminal ends is accomplished, via a silicone-based epoxy to provide a flexible and tacky bond, which allows a more secure hold. | 06-27-2013 |
Thomas Howard Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090054274 | Formation of Heteroatom Containing Derivatives of Paraffins - A process by which alkyl halides may be reacted (coupled) with nucleophilic materials in the presence of a homogeneous catalyst system. The process comprises reacting (coupling) alkyl halides with a nucleophilic material in the presence of a homogeneous catalyst system to produce derivatives of alkyl halides, wherein the homogeneous catalyst system comprises at least one metal or metal compound which has the ability to form metal-halogen bonds. | 02-26-2009 |
20090270655 | Conversion of Alkylhalides Into Alcohol Alkoxylates - A process for converting alkyl halides to alkyl alcohol alkoxylates is described. This is a direct alkoxylation because the alkyl alcohol alkoxylates are made without going through an alkyl alcohol intermediate. The process comprises direct alkoxylation coupling of alkyl halides with a nucleophilic material in the presence of a homogeneous catalyst system to produce alkyl alcohol alkoxylates, wherein the homogeneous catalyst system comprises at least one metal or metal compound which has the ability to form metal-halogen bonds. A process for converting alkanes (paraffins) to alkyl alcohol alkoxylates is also described. This method comprises a) halogenation of at least one alkane to produce at least one alkyl halide; and b) direct alkoxylation coupling of at least a portion of the alkyl halide with a nucleophilic material in the presence of a homogeneous catalyst system to produce alkyl alcohol alkoxylates, wherein the homogeneous catalyst system comprises at least one metal or metal compound which has the ability to form metal-halogen bonds. | 10-29-2009 |
Travis Allen Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20090319318 | NOTIFICATION TRANSMISSION OVER A NETWORK BASED ON OBSERVED DATA - One embodiment includes an apparatus that comprises a storage medium to store a database. The apparatus also includes a port to receive, over a network, data related to a number of observations at a work site based on input into an electronic device. The apparatus includes a processor to store the data into the database, wherein the processor is to output a notification message through the same or a different port and over the network to an account of a supervising party based a metric related to the number of observations. | 12-24-2009 |
Victor J. Johnson, Houston, TX US
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20130158297 | ESTERIFYING AN ETHANOL AND ACETIC ACID MIXTURE TO PRODUCE AN ESTER FEED FOR HYDROGENOLYSIS - Disclosed herein are processes for alcohol production by hydrogenating acetic acid to obtain a mixture of ethanol and acetic acid, esterifying the mixture to produce an esterification product and reducing the esterification product. The mixture may provide a sufficient amount of ethanol and acetic acid for esterification and reduces the need for additional acetic acid and/or ethanol. This may reduce the recycle of ethanol in the hydrogenolysis process and improve ethanol productivity. | 06-20-2013 |