Wilson, SC
Bradley Edwin Wilson, Simpsonville, SC US
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20130039749 | METHODS AND APPARATUS TO FACILITATE TURBINE CASING ASSEMBLY - A turbine assembly is provided. The turbine assembly includes an inner turbine casing and an outer turbine casing radially outward from the inner turbine casing, the outer turbine casing including an aperture extending therethrough and a support assembly extending through the aperture, the support assembly externally adjustable outside of the outer turbine casing to adjust the inner turbine casing relative to the outer turbine casing. | 02-14-2013 |
20130170978 | TURBINE CASING - A turbine casing includes a plurality of arc-shaped segments having a flange at each side end to connect to a flange of an adjacent arc-shaped segment. The flange extends outward from an outer surface of each arc-shaped segment and extends along the outer surface in a front-to-rear direction. Each arc-shaped segment has a portion of the outer surface that is co-linear with the flange in a front-to-rear direction that does not include the flange. | 07-04-2013 |
20140017076 | Turbine Shell Support Arm - The present application and the resultant patent provide an example of a turbine casing. The turbine casing may include an outer shell, an inner shell, and a support arm supporting the inner shell within the outer shell. The inner shell and the support arm may include a scallop therein for reduced stress. | 01-16-2014 |
20140026414 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ASSEMBLING AND DISASSEMBLING TURBOMACHINES - A method and system adapted for removing one or more shells from an assembly of multiple annular shells, for example, turbine shells of a gas turbine engine. The method includes removing an upper shell positioned in an upper position relative to a lower shell of the assembly of multiple annular shells, and then positioning and securing a counterweight in the upper position and securing the counterweight to the lower shell as a replacement for the upper shell in the upper position. The counterweight and the lower shell are then rotated in unison until the lower shell is in the upper position and the counterweight is in a lower position previously occupied by the lower shell. Thereafter, the lower shell can be removed from the assembly. | 01-30-2014 |
Brain D. Wilson, Greer, SC US
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20130287882 | APPARATUS FOR CASTING A NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE - This invention relates generally to an apparatus for casting a portion of a tire, and, more specifically, to an apparatus that has a cap and an outer ring that are rotatably attached to a fixed portion of the molding apparatus for centrifugally molding the spokes of a non-pneumatic tire from polyurethane or some other suitable material. The cap and outer ring have separate rotatable attachments to the apparatus and are not otherwise connected to each other, so they are free to rotate without obscuring the pouring slot of the mold. | 10-31-2013 |
Brian D. Wilson, Greenville, SC US
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20130284329 | STRUCTURALLY SUPPORTED NON-PNEUMATIC WHEEL WITH REINFORCEMENTS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A non-pneumatic wheel with reinforcement bands that provide structural support for the wheel and a method of manufacture of such a wheel are described. The reinforcement band forms part of an annular reinforcement structure that includes foam spacers positioned between the annular reinforcement band. The foam can be a reticulated foam into which a matrix material such as a polyurethane is introduced. The matrix material can also be used to form one or more features of the non-pneumatic wheel such as spokes, a mounting band, and a hub. | 10-31-2013 |
Brian D. Wilson, Greer, SC US
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20110209807 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CURING A RUBBER LIKE ARTICLE - Particular embodiments of the invention include methods and apparatus for molding and/or curing an article. Particular embodiments of such methods include positioning a mold core centrally within mold outer portion to form an annular mold cavity between the mold outer portion and the mold core, the core including an outer ring having an outer surface for engaging the annular article, the outer ring being formed of a material capable of expanding and contracting with changes in temperature. Such methods also include beating the mold outer ring, cooling the core outer ring subsequent to the step of heating, whereby the core outer ring contracts relative to the article and removing the article from the core outer ring. | 09-01-2011 |
20130071644 | ANNULAR REINFORCEMENT STRUCTURE - An annular reinforcement structure is provided having an inner reinforcement band, an outer reinforcement band positioned around and concentric with the inner reinforcement band, and a cast-in-place polymer foam spacer, which maintains the spatial orientation of the inner and outer reinforcement bands. The annular reinforcement structure may be embedded in an elastomeric matrix material to provide stability, such as for belt for power transmission. | 03-21-2013 |
20150017277 | APPARATUS FOR CASTING A NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE HAVING A FLOATING MOLD ALIGNMENT MECHANISM - This invention relates generally to an apparatus for rotationally casting a portion of a tire, and, more specifically, to an apparatus that has a floating alignment mechanism that allows a portion of a mold to move in the radial direction of the tire, which it, at least; partially forms, allowing the molding apparatus to omit, the use of tie bars. The mechanism may comprise two set of needle roller bearings that are orthogonally arranged to allow radial movement of a portion of a mold. | 01-15-2015 |
20150083292 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CURING A RUBBER LIKE ARTICLE CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS - Particular embodiments of the invention include methods and apparatus for molding and/or curing an article. Particular embodiments of such methods include positioning a mold core centrally within mold outer portion to form an annular mold cavity between the mold outer portion and the mold core, the core including an outer ring having an outer surface for engaging the annular article, the outer ring being formed of a material capable of expanding and contracting with changes in temperature. Such methods also include heating the mold outer ring, cooling the core outer ring subsequent to the step of heating, whereby the core outer ring contracts relative to the article, and removing the article from the core outer ring. | 03-26-2015 |
Carl W. Wilson, Lyman, SC US
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20100013392 | Indicator test switch for downlight lighting device and bracket therefor - A lighting device including a test device for testing the proper operation of a primary and a secondary power supply alternatively providing electrical power to the light. The test device is attached to a bracket using a single fastener such as a nut and the bracket is attached to a receptacle for the light using a different single fastener, such as a pop-rivet or screw. | 01-21-2010 |
20120044703 | Retrofit mounting assembly for recessed lighting fixtures - A retrofit luminaire assembly is provided for retrofitting a mounting frame such as a plaster frame or other recessed lighting assembly without the need to remove the existing plaster frame. The retrofit assembly includes a mounting ring that can support a replacement electrical junction box and the replacement luminaire. The mounting ring is inserted through the opening in the plaster frame and secured to the plaster frame by an attachment member that engages the top face of the plaster frame. The attachment member can include a plate coupled to the mounting ring to form two outwardly extending arms. The plate is axially adjustable with respect to the mounting ring to clamp the plaster frame between the plate and the bottom flange of the mounting ring. In another embodiment, the attachment member has a hook-like end that engages a bottom surface of the mounting frame. | 02-23-2012 |
20120044704 | Electrical box and ballast mounting assembly for retrofitting recessed lighting fixtures - A retrofit luminaire assembly is provided for retrofitting a mounting frame such as a plaster frame or other recessed lighting assembly without the need to remove the existing plaster frame. The retrofit assembly includes a mounting ring that can support a replacement electrical junction box and the replacement luminaire. The electrical junction box is attached to an adjustable assembly so that the electrical box can be positioned in a number of locations on the mounting ring. The assembly allows adjustment of the electrical box in a vertical direction, horizontal direction and in a rotational direction with respect to the plane of the plaster frame. The mounting ring is inserted through the opening in the plaster frame and secured to the plaster frame by an attachment member that engages the top face of the plaster frame. The attachment member can include a plate coupled to the mounting ring to form two outwardly extending arms. The plate is axially adjustable with respect to the mounting ring to clamp the plaster frame between the plate and the bottom flange of the mounting ring. In another embodiment, the attachment member has a hook-like end that engages a bottom surface of the mounting frame. | 02-23-2012 |
Charlotte Cole Wilson, Roebuck, SC US
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20150260407 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROL OF COMBUSTION DYNAMICS IN COMBUSTION SYSTEM - A system includes a gas turbine engine that includes a first combustor and a second combustor. The first combustor includes a first fuel nozzle disposed in a first head end chamber of the first combustor and a first fuel injector. The first fuel nozzle is configured to inject a first fuel and an oxidant into a first combustion chamber of the first combustor. The second combustor includes a second fuel nozzle disposed in a second head end chamber of the second combustor, a second fuel injector, and a second orifice plate disposed in a second fuel path upstream of the second fuel injector. The second fuel nozzle is configured to inject the first fuel and the oxidant into a second combustion chamber of the second combustor and the second orifice plate is configured to help reduce modal coupling between the first combustor and the second combustor. | 09-17-2015 |
Craig A. Wilson, Anderson, SC US
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20090242054 | SELECTABLE DETENT ASSEMBLY WITH NEUTRAL PROTECTION - A selectable detent assembly that has a housing with a plurality of passageways. Within the housing is a selector spool that is disposed within a selector passageway and is rotatable to provide a plurality of rotational positions including a no detent position, a kick down position, and a continuous detent position. A pilot check valve is disposed within the housing and provides a fluid flow path from a pilot passageway to the selector passageway and a detent passageway. A detent arming piston is disposed within the detent passageway and is connected to a directional control valve spool. Thus, depending on the rotational position of the selector spool, the selector spool can either provide a continuous flow path through the selector passageway to a tank, a flow path that is controlled by the axial position of the selector spool or prevent flow to the tank in order to operate the detent arming piston. | 10-01-2009 |
Derek Ray Wilson, Greenville, SC US
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20110165840 | TRANSLATING TELEMETRY STATIONARY ANTENNA - Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems and methods for providing a translating telemetry stationary antenna. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for automatically aligning a stationary antenna with a corresponding rotor antenna. The method provides for mounting a stationary antenna with respect to a rotor antenna associated with a rotor. The method includes mounting a stationary antenna to an inner circumference of a support frame, mounting a plurality of radial air bearings to the support frame for maintaining radial alignment of the stationary antenna with respect to the rotor antenna, and mounting a plurality of axial air bearings to the support frame for maintaining axial alignment of the stationary antenna with respect to the rotor antenna. | 07-07-2011 |
20120116723 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSMITTING DATA FROM A ROTATING COMPONENT - A system for transmitting data from a rotating component includes sensors on the rotating component, wherein each of the sensors detects at least one characteristic of the rotating component and transmits a signal reflective of the characteristic. Data slip rings are in communication with the sensors, and a signal conditioning circuit between the sensors and the data slip rings converts each of the signals from the sensors into a digital signal. A method for transmitting data from a rotating component includes sensing a characteristic of the rotating component using sensors and generating a signal from each of the sensors reflective of the characteristic of the rotating component. The method further includes converting each of the signals to a digital signal and transferring each of the digital signals from the rotating component through a plurality of data slip rings. | 05-10-2012 |
20120128468 | SENSOR ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH A TURBOMACHINE AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SAME - A method for assembling a sensor assembly for use with a turbomachine is provided. The method includes providing a cover that includes a first portion and a second portion that extends from the first portion. A cavity is defined within the first portion. Moreover, a sensing device that is configured to measure at least one variable of a component of the turbomachine is inserted into the cavity. The second portion is removably coupled to a surface of the turbomachine component such that the cover securely couples the sensing device to the turbomachine component. | 05-24-2012 |
20120210767 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CALIBRATING A TORQUE MEASUREMENT - According to one aspect of the invention, a method for calibrating a torque measurement for a rotatable object is disclosed, wherein the method includes coupling the rotatable object to a structure, the structure including a member extending along a length of a surface of the rotatable object, coupling the rotatable object to an adapter and applying a known torque to the rotatable object via the adapter. The method also includes measuring a first rotational displacement via a first sensor coupled to the member at a first axial location of the rotatable object, measuring a second rotational displacement via a second sensor coupled to the member at a second axial location of the rotatable object and determining first and second angular displacements of the rotatable object based on the first and second rotational displacements. | 08-23-2012 |
Douglas Wilson, Fountain Inn, SC US
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20090178945 | Laminated lidstock - A laminated lidstock includes a substrate film, a support web; a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed between the substrate and support webs, and covering the substrate film and support web except for a clear area disposed near one end of the laminated lidstock; a first die cut disposed in the substrate film; a second die cut disposed in the support web; a pull tab; and a tamper evidence device including an end portion of the support web, defined by a first end, a first side edge, and a second side edge of the package made from the laminated lidstock, and the second die cut, capable of indicating tampering of the package upon removal of the tamper evidence device from the support web; wherein at least one of the substrate film and the support web carries a registration device. | 07-16-2009 |
Ian Wilson, Simpsonville, SC US
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20100209233 | CATENARY TURBINE SEAL SYSTEMS - In one embodiment, a catenary seal structure may be mechanically supported only by two adjacent rotor wheels to isolate a volume between the two adjacent rotor wheels. The catenary seal structure may be annularly disposed about the rotational axis of the adjacent rotor wheels. | 08-19-2010 |
James H. Wilson, Murrells Inlet, SC US
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20150053617 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ISOTOPIC WATER SEPARATION - Methods and systems for filtering water according to its isotopic forms. In some embodiments, a stream of water comprising at least two distinct isotopic forms of water may be directed into one or more filtration modules comprising a graphene oxide membrane. The graphene oxide membrane(s) may be used to separate the stream into a permeate and a retentate, wherein the permeate comprises an increased concentration of light water relative to the retentate. | 02-26-2015 |
20150174532 | METHODS RELATING TO ISOTOPIC WATER FILTRATION - Methods for manufacturing an isotopic filtration module and methods for filtering water according to its isotopic forms. In some implementations, graphene oxide flakes may be dispersed in an aqueous medium to form a graphene oxide solution. The graphene oxide solution may be applied to a substrate to form a laminated graphene oxide membrane comprising a plurality of graphene oxide sheets coupled together in a layered, interlocking structure. The laminated graphene oxide membrane may be positioned in a filtration housing configured to be coupled with a wastewater stream of a nuclear power plant in order to filter the wastewater stream according to its isotopic forms. | 06-25-2015 |
Jesse M. Wilson, Hanahan, SC US
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20120138578 | ELECTRODE FOR PLASMA ARC TORCH AND RELATED PLASMA ARC TORCH - Electrodes are disclosed for use in a non-contact initiation plasma arc torch, the electrodes including an electrode body having a distal end opposing the outlet of the nozzle and a tapered section adjacent the distal end configured so that the electrode diameter decreases in the direction of the distal end. The electrode tapered section includes at least one discontinuity forming an edge, the edge being disposed as so to have an included angle of no greater than about 90 degrees. The configuration of the edge provides a localized enhancement of electrical field during non-contact initiation of a pilot arc using the electrode. The discontinuity and edge can be formed in various ways. Related torch designs including nozzles are disclosed. | 06-07-2012 |
20120138583 | PLASMA ARC SYSTEMS WITH CUTTING AND MARKING FUNCTIONS - A plasma arc system includes a single-gas, gas-cooled plasma arc torch and a torch control unit. The torch control unit includes a housing and a user input device on the housing for receiving an indication of a desired cutting or marking function and for providing a responsive signal. A single gas supply both to the housing, and from the housing to the torch, is provided for cutting or marking. A current control device is located within the housing for controlling current output to the torch for either cutting or marking. A gas control device is located within the housing for controlling gas output to the torch for either cutting or marking. A controller is located within the housing for receiving the signal from the user input device indicating the desired cutting or marking function, and for sending a responsive signal to the current control and gas control devices depending on the desired cutting or marking function so that the torch operates accordingly. A related control until is disclosed. | 06-07-2012 |
Jessie Michael Wilson, Hanahan, SC US
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20140014630 | ELECTRODE FOR A PLASMA ARC CUTTING TORCH - An electrode for a plasma arc torch is provided with features for improving electrode wear. An emissive insert is received into a cavity formed along one end of the torch body. A portion of the emissive insert is separated from the torch body by a sleeve positioned along the insert near the emission surface of the insert. The sleeve can operate to slow the erosion of the electrode body and thereby improve overall electrode life. | 01-16-2014 |
J. Larry Wilson, Belton, SC US
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20090115144 | DRILL CHUCK - A chuck with a generally cylindrical body having a tail section configured to receive a drive shaft of a driver and a nose section having an axial bore formed therein. A plurality of jaws is movably disposed with respect to the body. A nut is rotatably mounted about the body and operatively engages the jaws. A sleeve is non-rotatably coupled to the nut. A shield cap is rotatably secured about the nose section of the body. The chuck also includes a first ring and a second ring that rotates relative to the nut over a limited arc. One of the first ring and the second ring defines a ratchet and the other defines at least one deflectable tab that is biased toward and engages the ratchet. | 05-07-2009 |
20100270758 | DRILL CHUCK - A chuck with a generally cylindrical body having a tail section configured to receive a drive shaft of a driver and a nose section having an axial bore formed therein. A plurality of jaws is movably disposed with respect to the body. A nut is rotatably mounted about the body and operatively engages the jaws. A sleeve is non-rotatably coupled to the nut. A shield cap is rotatably secured about the nose section of the body. The chuck also includes a first ring and a second ring that rotates relative to the nut over a limited arc. One of the first ring and the second ring defines a ratchet and the other defines at least one deflectable tab that is biased toward and engages the ratchet. | 10-28-2010 |
20110285097 | DRILL CHUCK - A chuck including a body having a tail section and a nose section defining an axial bore. A plurality of jaws are movably disposed with respect to the axial bore and a nut is in threaded engagement with the jaws. A sleeve engages the nut so that rotation of the sleeve moves the jaws. A first ring defines a plurality of teeth and a second ring is rotatable relative to the nut over a limited arc and defines at least one pawl. In a first state, the second ring is non-rotatable relative to the first ring in both the opening and closing directions, and in a second state the first and second rings are rotatable about the body, and the second ring is rotatable relative to the first ring in the closing direction. | 11-24-2011 |
20120242048 | DRILL CHUCK - A chuck including a body having a tail section and a nose section defining an axial bore. A plurality of jaws are movably disposed with respect to the axial bore and a nut is in threaded engagement with the jaws. A sleeve engages the nut so that rotation of the sleeve moves the jaws. A first ring defines a plurality of teeth and a second ring is rotatable relative to the nut over a limited arc and defines at least one pawl. In a first state, the second ring is non-rotatable relative to the first ring in both the opening and closing directions, and in a second state the first and second rings are rotatable about the body, and the second ring is rotatable relative to the first ring in the closing direction. | 09-27-2012 |
20130334777 | DRILL CHUCK - A chuck including a body having a tail section and a nose section defining an axial bore. A plurality of jaws are movably disposed with respect to the axial bore and a nut is in threaded engagement with the jaws. A sleeve engages the nut so that rotation of the sleeve moves the jaws. A first ring defines a plurality of teeth and a second ring is rotatable relative to the nut over a limited arc and defines at least one pawl. In a first state, the second ring is non-rotatable relative to the first ring in both the opening and closing directions, and in a second state the first and second rings are rotatable about the body, and the second ring is rotatable relative to the first ring in the closing direction. | 12-19-2013 |
20140265164 | DRILL CHUCK - A chuck including a body having a tail section and a nose section defining an axial bore. A plurality of jaws are movably disposed with respect to the axial bore and a nut is in threaded engagement with the jaws. A sleeve engages the nut so that rotation of the sleeve moves the jaws. A first ring defines a plurality of teeth and a second ring is rotatable relative to the nut over a limited arc and defines at least one pawl. In a first state, the second ring is non-rotatable relative to the first ring in both the opening and closing directions, and in a second state the first and second rings are rotatable about the body, and the second ring is rotatable relative to the first ring in the closing direction. | 09-18-2014 |
Joshua Wilson, Seneca, SC US
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20140265804 | SNAP OFF CENTER FLIPPER MULLION - A refrigerator assembly includes a mullion assembly movably attached with respect to the refrigerator assembly. The mullion assembly includes a mullion portion defining a mullion recess. The mullion recess receives a biasing device for engaging a follower. A hinge assembly is attached to the mullion portion such that the mullion portion is movable with respect to the hinge assembly between a first position and a second position. The hinge assembly includes a first recess for receiving the follower when the mullion portion is in the first position. The hinge assembly further includes a second recess for receiving the follower when the mullion portion is in the second position. | 09-18-2014 |
Keith V. Wilson, Westrninster, SC US
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20110132251 | Pontoon planer - The pontoon planer is a planer assembly for a pontoon boat that includes a pair of planer foils attached to the undersurface of the boat. Each foil presents a wedge-shaped profile, and a respective foil is disposed between the motor mount and a respective pontoon. The planers function to channel water in a downward direction to provide a lifting force to allow the pontoons to plane at lower speeds. | 06-09-2011 |
Matthew B. Wilson, Greer, SC US
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20100024425 | TURBINE ENGINE FUEL NOZZLE - A fuel nozzle for a gas turbine combustor that includes an extended flange. At a first end, the extended flange may be configured to engage an end cover, thereby securing the position of the fuel nozzle within the combustor. At a second end, the extended flange may be configured to engage a swozzle, within which a supply of fuel and compressed air is mixed during the operation of the combustor. The extended flange may be formed as a single piece. | 02-04-2010 |
Matthew Bernard Wilson, Greer, SC US
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20140033717 | COMBUSTOR CAP ASSEMBLY - A support structure for a burner tube in a combustor cap assembly for a gas turbine combustor includes an outer annular ring; an inner annular hub; and a plurality of struts extending radially between said outer annular ring and the inner hub. The inner hub is provided with a piston ring groove and a piston ring adapted to receive and seal an inner end of the burner tube. | 02-06-2014 |
Megan M. Wilson, Greenville, SC US
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20120029824 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING REGIONS OF DISTINCT WIND FLOW - Systems and methods for detecting areas of distinct wind flow in a region of a wind farm are disclosed. Areas of distinct flow can be identified by a computing tool based at least in part on wind velocity field data. For instance, using wind velocity field data, a finite-time Lyapunov exponent (FTLE) field, which measures the rate at which particles are stretching over time relative to each other, can be calculated. The FTLE field can be analyzed to determine the transport barriers in the flow. The maximum transport barriers of the FTLE field describe Lagrangian coherent structures (LCS). The LCS can be used to identify areas of distinct wind flow, which can be used to determine desirable locations for placement of wind measurement data or to identify recirculation zones. | 02-02-2012 |
20120141272 | WIND TURBINE ROTOR BLADE WITH PASSIVELY MODIFIED TRAILING EDGE COMPONENT - A wind turbine rotor blade includes a root portion and an airfoil portion extending from the root portion and defined by a leading edge and a trailing edge. The airfoil portion further includes a main foil section and a trailing edge section that is pivotally connected to the main foil section along a span-wise extending hinge line. A passive torsion element is coupled between the main foil section and the trailing edge section. The torsion element is biased to a neutral position wherein the trailing edge section is pivoted chord-wise to a low wind speed position relative to the main foil section. The trailing edge section is self-actuating from the low wind speed position to an increased wind speed position relative to the main foil section against as a function of the biasing force of the torsion element and wind speed over the airfoil section. | 06-07-2012 |
20120141274 | WIND TURBINE ROTOR BLADE WITH PASSIVELY MODIFIED TRAILING EDGE COMPONENT - A wind turbine rotor blade includes a root portion and an airfoil portion extending from the root portion and defined by a leading edge and a trailing edge. The airfoil portion further includes a main foil section and a trailing edge section that is pivotally connected to the main foil section along a span-wise extending hinge line. A passive torsion element is coupled between the main foil section and the trailing edge section. The torsion element is biased to a neutral position wherein the trailing edge section is pivoted chord-wise to a low wind speed position relative to the main foil section. The trailing edge section is self-actuating from the low wind speed position to an increased wind speed position relative to the main foil section against as a function of the biasing force of the torsion element and wind speed over the airfoil section. | 06-07-2012 |
Megan Michela Wilson, Greenville, SC US
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20140328687 | WIND TURBINE ROTOR BLADE ASSEMBLY WITH SURFACE FEATURES - Rotor blade assemblies for wind turbines are provided. A rotor blade assembly includes a rotor blade. In some embodiments, the rotor blade assembly further includes a surface feature configured on an exterior surface of the rotor blade, the surface feature having an exterior mounting surface. At least a portion of the exterior mounting surface has a contour in an uninstalled state that is different from a curvature of the exterior surface of the rotor blade at a mount location of the surface feature on the rotor blade. In other embodiments, the rotor blade assembly further includes a seal member surrounding at least a portion of a perimeter of the surface feature. The seal member contacts and provides a transition between the exterior surface and the surface feature. | 11-06-2014 |
20140328688 | ROTOR BLADE ASSEMBLY HAVING VORTEX GENERATORS FOR WIND TURBINE - Rotor blade assemblies for wind turbines are provided. In one embodiment, a rotor blade assembly includes a rotor blade, and a plurality of vortex generators configured on at least one of a suction side or a pressure side and disposed within an inboard area of the rotor blade. The plurality of vortex generators include a row of vortex generators extending in a generally span-wise direction, the row comprising a first portion of vortex generators and a second portion of vortex generators, the second portion of vortex generators spaced apart from the first portion of vortex generators in the span-wise direction. Each first portion vortex generator is disposed at a first chord-wise location, and each second portion vortex generator is disposed at a second chord-wise location different from the first chord-wise location. | 11-06-2014 |
20140328693 | ROTOR BLADE ASSEMBLY HAVING VORTEX GENERATORS FOR WIND TURBINE - Rotor blade assemblies for wind turbines are provided. The rotor blade assembly includes a rotor blade having exterior surfaces defining a pressure side, a suction side, a leading edge, and a trailing edge each extending between a tip and a root. The rotor blade further defines a span and a chord. The rotor blade assembly further includes at least one vortex generator configured on at least one of the suction side or the pressure side of the rotor blade, the at least one vortex generator having an aspect ratio between approximately 4 and approximately 10. In another embodiments, the rotor blade assembly further includes at least one vortex generator configured on at least one of the suction side or the pressure side of the rotor blade, the at least one vortex generator having a length between approximately 4% and approximately 20% of a local chord. | 11-06-2014 |
20150132135 | TEMPLATE FOR ALIGNING SURFACE FEATURES ON A ROTOR BLADE - A rigid template for aligning surface features on a rotor blade is disclosed. The rigid template is shaped to correspond to the surface of the rotor blade. Further, the rigid template includes a base end and a tail end opposite the base end. The base end is configured to connect to an alignment structure, the alignment structure being fixed relative to the rotor blade. The tail end includes at least one marker configured to locate at least one surface feature on the surface of the rotor blade. | 05-14-2015 |
Philip Wilson, Duncan, SC US
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20080274356 | Functionalized Nanoparticles and Their Use in Particle/Bulk Material Systems - A process for creating readily or highly dispersible nanoparticles on which chemically reactive functional groups or ligands have been placed. An ultra-high shear fluidic processor is used to change the size distribution of nanoparticle agglomerations and facilitate the formation of stable dispersions of such nanoparticles, as well as the placement of various chemically reactive functional groups or ligands on exposed surface areas of such nanoparticles. Such functionalized nanoparticle agglomerations have a broader size distribution (with a substantial increase in the proportion of smaller agglomerations), can exhibit enhanced dispersion characteristics and, when dispersed in various bulk materials, can impart to such bulk materials the desirable physical or chemical properties associated with the selected chemically active functional groups that have been attached to the surface areas of such agglomerations. | 11-06-2008 |
20080287586 | Functionalized nanoparticles and their use in particle/bulk material systems - A process for creating readily or highly dispersible nanoparticles on which chemically reactive functional groups or ligands have been placed. An ultra-high shear fluidic processor is used to change the size distribution of nanoparticle agglomerations and facilitate the formation of stable dispersions of such nanoparticles, as well as the placement of various chemically reactive functional groups or ligands on exposed surface areas of such nanoparticles. Such functionalized nanoparticle agglomerations have a broader size distribution (with a substantial increase in the proportion of smaller agglomerations), can exhibit enhanced dispersion characteristics and, when dispersed in various bulk materials, can impart to such bulk materials the desirable physical or chemical properties associated with the selected chemically active functional groups that have been attached to the surface areas of such agglomerations. | 11-20-2008 |
Philip T. Wilson, Duncan, SC US
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20120309245 | POROUS, LOW DENSITY NANOCLAY COMPOSITE - Disclosed are porous, low density nanoclay composites that exhibit highly homogeneous microcellular morphology and methods for forming the nanocomposites. The nanocomposites include a three-dimensional matrix having a non-lamellar, generally isotropic cellular structure with little or no macroscopic pores. The nanocomposites also include a gel that may be a noncovalently cross-linked, thermoreversible gel. The nanocomposites may include a binder and/or fibrous reinforcement materials. The nanocomposites may be formed according to a freeze-drying process in which ice crystal growth is controlled to prevent formation of macroscopic pores in the composite materials. | 12-06-2012 |
20140023513 | AGGLOMERATED PARTICLE CLOUD NETWORK COATED FIBER BUNDLE - An agglomerated particle cloud network coated fiber bundle containing a bundle of fibers and an agglomerated particle cloud network. The bundle of fibers contains a plurality of fibers and void space between the fibers. The agglomerated particle cloud network contains a plurality of agglomerated nanoparticles located in at least a portion of the void space in the bundle of fibers. The agglomerated nanoparticles form bridges between adjacent fibers. Between 10 and 100% by number of fibers contain bridges to one or more adjacent fibers within the agglomerated particle cloud network coated fiber bundle. The agglomerated nanoparticles form between about 1 and 60% of the effective cross-sectional area of the agglomerated particle cloud network coated fiber bundle. | 01-23-2014 |
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