Kevin J Green

US Patent:

6435128, Aug 20, 2002

Filed:

Apr 2, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/824343

Inventors:

Jean Qiu - Andover MA
Joan M. Noyola - Maplewood MN
David J. Yarusso - Shoreview MN
Kevin R. Green - Maplewood MN

Assignee:

3M Innovative Properties Company - St. Paul MN

International Classification:

G01K 300

US Classification:

116207, 116219, 374162, 374106

Abstract:

A time-temperature indicator device provides a visually observable indication of the cumulative thermal exposure of an object. The device includes a substrate having a diffusely light-reflective porous matrix and a backing. The backing includes on its surface a viscoelastic indicator material for contacting the substrate and a barrier material for substantially inhibiting the lateral and longitudinal flow of viscoelastic indicator material between the substrate and the backing.

US Patent:

7298885, Nov 20, 2007

Filed:

Nov 27, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/306579

Inventors:

Kevin R. Green - Maplewood MN, US
Doyle T. Potter - White Bear Lake MN, US
Andrew D. Dubner - St. Paul MN, US

Assignee:

3M Innovative Properties Company - Saint Paul MN

International Classification:

G06K 9/00

US Classification:

382133, 382134

Abstract:

A biological scanner provides automated selection of image processing profiles to scan different types of biological growth plates. The scanner automatically identifies the type of plate to be scanned by the scanner, and then selects one of the image processing profiles appropriate for the identified plate type. For example, the image processing profiles may apply different color, shape, size and proximity criteria in counting different types of bacterial colonies. The scanner may identify the plate type by reference to a variety of machine-readable indicators, such as optically or magnetically readable marks, carried on the plate. Accordingly, biological growth plates carrying particular indicators that permit plate type identification are also contemplated. The plates may be scanned in order to read or count different types of bacterial colonies, or the amount of a particular biological agent on the biological growth plate.

US Patent:

7496225, Feb 24, 2009

Filed:

Sep 4, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/655328

Inventors:

Josef A. Graessle - Kaarst, DE
Kevin R. Green - Maplewood MN, US
Albert Vent - Eschweiler, DE

Assignee:

3M Innovative Properties Company - St. Paul MN

International Classification:

G06K 9/00
C12M 1/34
G06K 7/10

US Classification:

382133, 4353873, 382321

Abstract:

The invention is directed to a biological scanner for scanning biological growth plates. The biological growth plate is loaded into the biological scanner via motorized rollers, and an actuator presses the growth plate against a platen once the growth plate is drawn to a scanning position within the scanner. The biological scanner then generates one or more images of the growth plate. Moreover, sensors can be arranged to facilitate sensing and positioning of the growth plate in a plurality of locations for imaging different parts of the plate. Additional embodiments are directed to features such as a hinged door that facilitates access to the scanner, and footings disposed on various sides of the scanner to facilitate flip-over of the scanner for simplified use by right-handed or left-handed users.

US Patent:

7865008, Jan 4, 2011

Filed:

Feb 4, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/365572

Inventors:

Josef A. Graessle - Kaarst, DE
Kevin R. Green - Maplewood MN, US
Albert Vent - Eschweiler, DE

Assignee:

3M Innovative Properties Company - St. Paul MN

International Classification:

G06K 9/00
G01N 21/00
C12M 1/34

US Classification:

382133, 422 63, 4352873

Abstract:

The invention is directed to a biological scanner for scanning biological growth plates. The biological growth plate is loaded into the biological scanner via motorized rollers, and an actuator presses the growth plate against a platen once the growth plate is drawn to a scanning position within the scanner. The biological scanner then generates one or more images of the growth plate. Moreover, sensors can be arranged to facilitate sensing and positioning of the growth plate in a plurality of locations for imaging different parts of the plate. Additional embodiments are directed to features such as a hinged door that facilitates access to the scanner, and footings disposed on various sides of the scanner to facilitate flip-over of the scanner for simplified use by right-handed or left-handed users.

US Patent:

7901933, Mar 8, 2011

Filed:

Sep 8, 2010

Appl. No.:

12/877254

Inventors:

Kevin R. Green - Maplewood MN, US
Doyle T. Potter - White Bear Lake MN, US
Andrew D. Dubner - St. Paul MN, US

Assignee:

3M Innovative Properties Company - St. Paul MN

International Classification:

C12M 1/34
C12M 3/00
C12M 1/22

US Classification:

4352879, 4353051

Abstract:

Methods are provided to process a biological growth plate using a biological growth plate scanner. The scanner includes an imaging device, a processor, and an image processing profile memory. The scanner scans a plate type indicator associated with the biological growth plate. In some embodiments, the processor uses the plate type indicator to verify the suitability of the biological growth plate for use in the scanner. In some embodiments, the processor uses the plate type indicator to unlock the scanner for operation.

US Patent:

20080064089, Mar 13, 2008

Filed:

Nov 2, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/934175

Inventors:

Kevin Green - Maplewood MN, US
Doyle Potter - White Bear Lake MN, US
Andrew Dubner - St. Paul MN, US

International Classification:

C12M 1/22

US Classification:

435305100

Abstract:

A biological scanner provides automated selection of image processing profiles to scan different types of biological growth plates. The scanner automatically identifies the type of plate to be scanned by the scanner, and then selects one of the image processing profiles appropriate for the identified plate type. For example, the image processing profiles may apply different color, shape, size and proximity criteria in counting different types of bacterial colonies. The scanner may identify the plate type by reference to a variety of machine-readable indicators, such as optically or magnetically readable marks, carried on the plate. Accordingly, biological growth plates carrying particular indicators that permit plate type identification are also contemplated. The plates may be scanned in order to read or count different types of bacterial colonies, or the amount of a particular biological agent on the biological growth plate.

US Patent:

61978590, Mar 6, 2001

Filed:

Jan 30, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/016768

Inventors:

Kevin L. Green - Bloomington MN
Sanjay Misra - Shoreview MN

Assignee:

The Bergquist Company - Chanhassen MN

International Classification:

C08K 510
C08K 322

US Classification:

524270

Abstract:

An interface material for use in forming a coating interposed along a heat dissipating path between a solid state electronic device and a heat sinking surface. The coating consists of a formulation of a thermally stable wax which is formed as an alkyl substituted poly (hydro, methyl-siloxane) wax polymer wherein the alkyl substituted group has a chain length of between 18 and 22 carbon atoms, and being blended with a plasticizer and a solid particulate consisting of alumina, boron nitride, among others. The wax has a melting point of between 30 degrees C. and 90 degrees C. , and preferably about 65 degrees C.

US Patent:

60333030, Mar 7, 2000

Filed:

Jun 8, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/093278

Inventors:

Kevin S. Green - Hamilton OH
S. Edward Botterill - Thunder Bay, CA

Assignee:

Valmet, Inc. - Charlotte NC

International Classification:

F24F 7007

US Classification:

454252

Abstract:

A process and system (60) for controlling the concentration of dust levels in a room (20) within which a paper-making, or finishing, machine (24) is housed involves a ventilation scheme which withdraws air from the room by way of ceiling vents (52) disposed generally above the tissue-making machine and directs fresh air into the room by way of inlet displacement modules (64) located adjacent the walls of the room which creates a moving wall of fresh air through the room. The flow of air being withdrawn from the room is coordinated with the flow of fresh air directed into the room so that a controlled air migration pattern is established and so that the fresh air displaces, rather than is diluted by, the room air. Along with this flow of room air, heat and humidity-generating vapors which are released by the tissue-making machine during operation are also pushed out of the room through the ceiling vents ahead of the fresh air. Consequently, areas surrounding the tissue-making machine at which machine operators are expected to work are appreciably free of dust, heat and vapors released by the tissue-making machine.

Address:

1447 Hogue Rd, Hamilton, OH 45013

VIN:

3GCPKSE71CG206096

Make:

CHEVROLET

Model:

SILVERADO 1500

Year:

2012