John E Titus

US Patent:

6406227, Jun 18, 2002

Filed:

Feb 1, 2000

Appl. No.:

09/495090

Inventors:

John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN
John E. Bolkcom - Plymouth MN

Assignee:

Machine Magic LLC - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

B23C 116

US Classification:

409 81, 409 96, 409 99, 700161, 700163, 700195, 356607

Abstract:

In a method and apparatus for measuring an original key, a line of the light is focused onto the key surface in a direction perpendicular to the key surface. A camera, or other type of detector is disposed to receive light deflected by the key at an oblique angle. The keyway and keycode of the key can be determined from the deflected pattern of light.

US Patent:

6460565, Oct 8, 2002

Filed:

Jul 13, 1999

Appl. No.:

09/351798

Inventors:

John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN

Assignee:

Perception Incorporated - Prior Lake MN

International Classification:

F16K 3112

US Classification:

137487, 137551

Abstract:

A method and apparatus are described for controlling demand of a fluid. The method includes measuring a fluid supply pressure in a supply pipe, determining that the fluid supply pressure is lower than a predetermined threshold supply pressure, and directing a control signal from the fluid information unit to the,one or more demand control units to reduce demand for the fluid. In addition, a method and apparatus are described for measuring density of a fluid flowing through a demand pipe. The method includes determining that fluid flow through the demand pipe is stable, measuring fluid flow rate through the demand pipe, preventing the fluid from flowing into the demand pipe for a sample period of time, measuring a drop in fluid pressure in the demand pipe during the sample period, and determining the density from the measured pressure drop. Also, a utility meter for metering a fluid flowing through a supply pipe and a demand pipe having an audible indicator to provide an audible signal to a user is described.

US Patent:

6600422, Jul 29, 2003

Filed:

Jan 31, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/773022

Inventors:

James R. Barry - Prior Lake MN
John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN
Dennis L. Larson - Andover MN

Assignee:

Joint Techno Concepts International, Inc. - Westborough MA

International Classification:

G08B 2300

US Classification:

3405733, 3405731, 340551, 340552, 340564, 119721, 119719, 119720

Abstract:

The present invention discloses a method and apparatus for electronically deterring an animal from approaching an exclusion area around an exclusion unit or from entering or leaving an area bounded by a wire. The animal is provided with a collar unit, which includes a sensor adapted to sense the strength of electromagnetic signals generated by the exclusion unit or wire and a correction unit adapted to provide correction to the animal in response to a sensor output. The portable unit reports to a central controller which selects a correction strategy, such as level of correction to be applied to the animal approaching the perimeter. The controller provides warnings to the user, including warnings for when the battery in the collar unit goes low and when the animal stays in a correction zone for too long. The controller may control a number of exclusion units and/or power units, and may select an appropriate correction for one of a plurality of animals. The apparatus, with a central controller, may also be used to contain animals within one or more containment areas.

US Patent:

6657544, Dec 2, 2003

Filed:

Jan 31, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/774923

Inventors:

James R. Barry - Prior Lake MN
John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN
Dennis L. Larson - Andover MN

Assignee:

Joint Techno Concepts International, Inc. - Westboro MA

International Classification:

G08B 2300

US Classification:

3405733, 119721

Abstract:

The present invention discloses a method and apparatus for electronically deterring an animal from approaching an exclusion area around an exclusion unit or from entering or leaving an area bounded by a wire. The animal is provided with a collar unit, which includes a sensor adapted to sense the strength of electromagnetic signals generated by the exclusion unit or wire and a correction unit adapted to provide correction to the animal in response to a sensor output. The portable unit reports to a central controller which selects a correction strategy, such as level of correction to be applied to the animal approaching the perimeter. The controller provides warnings to the user, including warnings for when the battery in the collar unit goes low and when the animal stays in a correction zone for too long. The controller may control a number of exclusion units and/or power units, and may select an appropriate correction for one of a plurality of animals. The apparatus, with a central controller, may also be used to contain animals within one or more containment areas.

US Patent:

6676233, Jan 13, 2004

Filed:

Aug 29, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/942501

Inventors:

Paul E. Evans - Prior Lake MN 55372
John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN 55372

International Classification:

B66B 900

US Classification:

312247, 52 29, 182141, 187239, 187401, 187409, 211 157, 10814711

Abstract:

A storage lift includes two vertically extending tracks mounted to a wall surface such as a garage wall. The tracks guide associated sliding members through vertical motion up and down adjacent the wall. The sliding members are in turn hinged to a platform that serves in alternative embodiments as a storage platform base or a variable-height work surface, and which may also be folded compactly when not in use or during shipping. A full box framework is provided for most applications, and panels are slidable within framework grooves or brackets to fully enclose the platform. A cover may optionally be provided as required. In the preferred embodiment, an electric motor is provided within the storage platform base for motive power, and a key switch control is provided to safely actuate the motor. The electric motor in the preferred embodiment is attached to the tracks through a combination of cables and pulleys, though other techniques are contemplated.

US Patent:

6687565, Feb 3, 2004

Filed:

Jun 1, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/872749

Inventors:

Brad Wetterlin - Lakeville MN
John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN

Assignee:

Machine Magic, LLC - Minnetonka MN

International Classification:

G06F 1900

US Classification:

700161, 409 81

Abstract:

After making measurements of a key, the measurements are converted into a compact format which can be read back at a later date or at a different location by apparatus capable of accurately reproducing the original key. The data may be stored on, for example, a sticker, paper strip, or magnetic swipe card. When the duplicate key is required, the data are read from the storage medium and transmitted to a suitable key duplication device to produce a reproduction key.

US Patent:

7156132, Jan 2, 2007

Filed:

Jun 16, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/869700

Inventors:

Kevin O'Dougherty - Arden Hills MN, US
Robert Andrews - Hudson MA, US
John Titus - Lonsdale MN, US

Assignee:

Advanced Technology Materials, Inc. - Danbury CT

International Classification:

B65B 1/04

US Classification:

141114, 141286, 222 94

Abstract:

The present invention is a collapsible fluid container for handling liquid. The collapsible fluid container has an interior volume for storing the liquid, which defines a main chamber and an auxiliary chamber connected to the main chamber. The auxiliary chamber is positioned to receive a substance. A fitment is sealed to the collapsible fluid container that defines a port communicating with the interior volume of the fluid container.

US Patent:

7635109, Dec 22, 2009

Filed:

Apr 5, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/696726

Inventors:

Jeffrey A. Roberts - Apple Valley MN, US
John S. Titus - Prior Lake MN, US
James F. Jenné - Inver Grove Heights MN, US

International Classification:

F16M 13/00

US Classification:

2481251, 2481887, 248411

Abstract:

A boom stand is constructed from a base, extensible stand, pivotal boom support, and boom. The base has arcuately segmented massive anchors that form a perimeter. The arcuately segmented massive anchors are shaped and sized to fit within the perimeter of like bases, to decrease minimum distances between stands during storage or close use, while still providing stability. Over-center clamps provided on the extensible stand are extruded to include unitary cord guides, and are engaged with tube ends to prevent rotation or accidental removal. The pivotal boom support incorporates a disc and elastomeric pads to provide superior locking and vibration reduction, and utilizes in alternative embodiments perimeter and central over-center clamps which further enhance the operation.

Address:

30 Deer Hl Dr, Saint Paul, MN 55127

Phone:

6514835065

VIN:

1G1YY26U275100978

Make:

CHEVROLET

Model:

CORVETTE

Year:

2007