公开(公告)号：US20230114197A1

公开(公告)日：2023-04-13

申请号：US17588267

申请日：2022-01-29

Applicant: William James Hughes

Inventor： William James Hughes

IPC: F24T10/40 ,  E21B41/00 ,  E21B43/12 ,  E21B10/00

Abstract: Disclosed herein are various embodiments of systems for drilling and operating a well which may have dual uses. The well may be drilled and operated as a geothermal well using a hybrid approach where a heat transfer fluid is injected into a hot rock formation but is not removed, and heat is extracted using a closed loop method. The geothermal well is then evaluated for use as a carbon dioxide sequestration well. In other embodiments, the well is drilled as a carbon dioxide sequestration well and then evaluated for its potential for generating geothermal energy using a hybrid approach where supercritical carbon dioxide is injected into a hot rock formation but is not removed, and heat is extracted using a closed loop method. Both horizontal and vertical wells are disclosed, in sedimentary rocks and in basement granite.

公开(公告)号：US11047381B2

公开(公告)日：2021-06-29

申请号：US12620443

申请日：2009-11-17

Applicant: Daniel P. Rini ,  Benjamin Saarloos ,  Brian Zinck ,  Nick Williams ,  James Hughes

Inventor： Daniel P. Rini ,  Benjamin Saarloos ,  Brian Zinck ,  Nick Williams ,  James Hughes

IPC: F04B53/18 ,  F04B53/08 ,  F25B31/00 ,  F04C29/02 ,  F04C18/22

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to a method and apparatus for an orientation independent compressor. The subject compressor can be part of a vapor compression cycle system, and can use one or more of a variety of working fluids, including, but not limited to, refrigerants such as r-134a, r-22, CO2, and NH3. Embodiments of the compressor can utilize positive displacement apparatus to compress the vapor. In a specific embodiment, the compressor can incorporate an oil-lubricated rotary lobed type positive displacement compressor. In a further specific embodiment, the working fluid vapor can be a refrigerant, such as r-134a, incorporating entrained oil, such as miscible lubricating oils. An example of such a miscible lubricating oil that can be used is polyester (POE) oil.

公开(公告)号：US09335931B2

公开(公告)日：2016-05-10

申请号：US13175251

申请日：2011-07-01

Applicant: Andrew Patterson ,  James Hughes ,  Hao Zhang

Inventor： Andrew Patterson ,  James Hughes ,  Hao Zhang

IPC: G06F3/06 ,  G06F11/14

CPC classification number: G06F3/061 ,  G06F3/065 ,  G06F3/067 ,  G06F3/0673 ,  G06F11/1451 ,  G06F11/1469 ,  G06F2201/84

Abstract: A system and method for making snapshots of storage devices are provided. A method for making a snapshot of a volume includes setting the volume to a read-only mode, receiving an access attempt for the volume, and if the access attempt is a write access attempt, buffering information associated with the write access attempt in a buffer, and updating a snapshot indicator based on the information associated with the write access attempt, where the snapshot indicator includes block information regarding a block in the volume that is a target of the write access attempt. The method also includes if the access attempt is a read access attempt, providing read information requested in the read access attempt, where the read information is based on the volume, or a combination of the snapshot indicator, the buffer, and a buffer indicator.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于制作存储设备快照的系统和方法。 用于制作卷的快照的方法包括将卷设置为只读模式，接收卷的访问尝试，以及如果访问尝试是写入访问尝试，则在缓冲器中缓存与写入访问尝试相关联的信息 以及基于与所述写访问尝试相关联的信息来更新快照指示符，其中所述快照指示符包括关于作为所述写访问尝试的目标的所述卷中的块的块信息。 该方法还包括如果访问尝试是读取访问尝试，提供读取访问尝试中所请求的读取信息，其中读取信息基于该卷，或快照指示符，缓冲区和缓冲区指示符的组合。

公开(公告)号：US09026849B2

公开(公告)日：2015-05-05

申请号：US13215345

申请日：2011-08-23

Applicant: Andrew Patterson ,  James Hughes ,  Hao Zhang

Inventor： Andrew Patterson ,  James Hughes ,  Hao Zhang

IPC: G06F11/00 ,  G06F11/07 ,  G06F11/14 ,  G06F11/16 ,  G06F11/20

CPC classification number: G06F11/0727 ,  G06F11/0793 ,  G06F11/1402 ,  G06F11/1662 ,  G06F11/2094

Abstract: A system and method for providing reliable storage are provided. A method for initiator operations includes storing information associated with an access attempt in a store, and accessing a storage system responsive to the access attempt, wherein the storage system includes a first storage node and a second storage node arranged in a sequential loop, and where the first storage node is accessed by an initiator. The method also includes determining if the access attempt completed successfully, deleting the information from the store if the access attempt completed successfully, and indicating an error if the access attempt did not complete successfully.

Abstract translation: 提供了提供可靠存储的系统和方法。 一种用于启动器操作的方法包括将存储尝试相关联的信息存储在存储器中，以及响应于访问尝试访问存储系统，其中存储系统包括以顺序循环布置的第一存储节点和第二存储节点，以及其中 第一个存储节点由启动器访问。 该方法还包括确定访问尝试是否成功完成，如果访问尝试成功完成则从存储中删除信息，并且如果访问尝试未成功完成则指示错误。

公开(公告)号：US20120329040A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-27

申请号：US13529995

申请日：2012-06-21

Applicant: Amy E. Herr ,  Alex James Hughes

Inventor： Amy E. Herr ,  Alex James Hughes

IPC: C12M1/42 ,  B01L3/00 ,  C12Q1/70 ,  G01N33/561 ,  G01N33/574 ,  G01N33/566

CPC classification number: G01N33/559 ,  B01L3/5023 ,  B01L3/5027 ,  B01L3/502753 ,  B01L2200/10 ,  B01L2300/069 ,  B01L2300/0816 ,  B01L2300/1861 ,  B01L2400/0418 ,  B01L2400/0496 ,  G01N27/44756 ,  G01N33/54366 ,  G01N33/561

Abstract: Microfluidic devices and methods for using the same are provided. Aspects of the present disclosure include microfluidic devices that include a separation medium having functional groups which covalently bond to one or more analytes of interest, e.g., proteins, in a sample upon application of an applied stimulus, e.g., light. Also provided are methods of using the devices as well as systems and kits that include the devices. The devices, systems and methods find use in a variety of different applications, including diagnostic and validation assays.

Abstract translation: 提供微流体装置及其使用方法。 本公开的方面包括微流体装置，其包括具有在应用施加的刺激例如光时在样品中共价键合到一种或多种感兴趣的分析物（例如蛋白质）的官能团的分离介质。 还提供了使用设备的方法以及包括设备的系统和套件。 设备，系统和方法可用于各种不同的应用，包括诊断和验证测定。

公开(公告)号：US08291266B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-16

申请号：US12560088

申请日：2009-09-15

Applicant: David Windell ,  Pravin Patel ,  James Hughes ,  Christopher West ,  Robert Piper ,  Timothy Schlude

Inventor： David Windell ,  Pravin Patel ,  James Hughes ,  Christopher West ,  Robert Piper ,  Timothy Schlude

IPC: G06F11/00

CPC classification number: G06F11/325 ,  H04L41/0645

Abstract: Methods and systems for implementing such methods for providing server diagnostic and system management information may include, but are not limited to: receiving a network fault status request input; illuminating one or more server node fault indicators for one or more degraded server nodes having one or more faults; receiving a server node fault status request input for a degraded server node having one or more faults; and displaying one or more diagnostic service notifications for one or more faults of the degraded server node. Display of diagnostic service notifications may allow for completion of various service operations associated with service notifications once information specific to a fault is presented. Such service operations may include placing a system in standby mode, transferring workloads to other systems, initiating a firmware update, placing the system in a mode that allows for physical maintenance, or ordering parts associated with one or more faults.

Abstract translation: 用于实现用于提供服务器诊断和系统管理信息的这种方法的方法和系统可以包括但不限于：接收网络故障状态请求输入; 为具有一个或多个故障的一个或多个退化服务器节点照亮一个或多个服务器节点故障指示符; 接收具有一个或多个故障的劣化服务器节点的服务器节点故障状态请求输入; 以及显示针对所述退化服务器节点的一个或多个故障的一个或多个诊断服务通知。 诊断服务通知的显示可以允许一旦出现特定于故障的信息，完成与服务通知相关联的各种服务操作。 这样的服务操作可以包括将系统置于待机模式，将工作负载传输到其他系统，启动固件更新，将系统置于允许物理维护的模式中，或者订购与一个或多个故障相关联的部件。

公开(公告)号：US20120012301A1

公开(公告)日：2012-01-19

申请号：US13178446

申请日：2011-07-07

Applicant: William James Hughes ,  Bryan Lane ,  Gary Marshall Briggs

Inventor： William James Hughes ,  Bryan Lane ,  Gary Marshall Briggs

IPC: E21B17/046 ,  F16L25/06 ,  H01R4/60

CPC classification number: H01R13/005 ,  E21B17/028 ,  E21B17/046 ,  E21B17/206 ,  F16L25/01 ,  H01R13/533 ,  H01R13/622 ,  H01R13/64

Abstract: An apparatus includes a first pin and a second pin. The first pin has a first joint section. The first joint section has first holes extending a length of the first joint section and terminating at a first preload face. The second pin has a second joint section. The second joint section has second holes extending a length of the first joint section and terminating at a second preload face. The second joint section is adapted to receive the first joint section and the first holes match the second holes when the first pin and the second pin are mated.

Abstract translation: 一种装置包括第一销和第二销。 第一针具有第一接头部分。 第一接合部分具有延伸第一接头部分的长度并终止于第一预加载面的第一孔。 第二针具有第二接头部分。 第二接头部具有延伸第一接头部分的长度并终止于第二预加载面的第二孔。 当第一销和第二销配合时，第二连接部分适于接收第一接合部分并且第一孔与第二孔匹配。

公开(公告)号：US08028750B2

公开(公告)日：2011-10-04

申请号：US12768939

申请日：2010-04-28

Applicant: William James Hughes ,  Murl Ray Richardson ,  Thomas L. Pettigrew ,  Kurt D. Vandervort ,  Kenneth D. Young

Inventor： William James Hughes ,  Murl Ray Richardson ,  Thomas L. Pettigrew ,  Kurt D. Vandervort ,  Kenneth D. Young

IPC: E21B33/06

CPC classification number: E21B33/085 ,  E21B41/0021 ,  E21B47/01 ,  Y10S277/926

Abstract: Force balancing adjusts hydraulic fluid pressure in an upper piston area of a Rotating Pressure Control Device (RPCD) that has an inner housing rotatably engaged within an outer housing by an upper bearing and a lower bearing. The hydraulic fluid pressure is adjusted to balance net force in a upper piston area and a lower piston area. The fluid pressure adjustment creates a force differential that balances the total load transmitted through the upper bearing and the lower bearing and thereby extends the life of the sealing element and bearings. Additionally, a wear indicator signals the end of the useful life of the drill pipe sealing element.

Abstract translation: 力平衡调节旋转压力控制装置（RPCD）的上活塞区域中的液压流体压力，其具有通过上轴承和下轴承可旋转地接合在外壳内的内壳体。 液压流体压力被调节以平衡上活塞区域和下活塞区域中的净力。 流体压力调节产生平衡通过上轴承和下轴承传递的总负载的力差，从而延长密封元件和轴承的寿命。 此外，磨损指示器指示钻杆密封元件的使用寿命的结束。

公开(公告)号：US20110108590A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-12

申请号：US12914728

申请日：2010-10-28

Applicant: Neil J. Kennedy ,  Andrew James Hughes ,  John Laverack ,  Douglas B. Winner

Inventor： Neil J. Kennedy ,  Andrew James Hughes ,  John Laverack ,  Douglas B. Winner

IPC: B60R9/00

CPC classification number: B60R9/045 ,  B60R21/026

Abstract: An adjustable width headache rack capable of accommodating the widths of multiple pick-up truck vehicles and mounting thereon including a frame member having an upper load bar and a lower cross bar each extending between two upright members spaced a distance from one another. Leg members extend from each upright member in a rearward direction on top of bed rails of the pick-up truck. The leg members have a sleeve portion which slidingly engages the lower cross bar thereby enabling width adjustment. Screen members are interchangeable within the truck rack frame.

Abstract translation: 一种可调节宽度的头痛架，其能够容纳多个拾取卡车车辆的宽度并安装在其上，包括具有上承载杆和下横杆的框架构件，每个框架构件彼此间隔开距离的两个直立构件之间延伸。 腿部构件从每个直立构件沿向后方向延伸到拾取卡车的床轨道顶部。 腿部件具有滑动地接合下横杆的套筒部分，从而实现宽度调节。 屏幕架可在卡车架框架内互换。

公开(公告)号：US20110066895A1

公开(公告)日：2011-03-17

申请号：US12560088

申请日：2009-09-15

Applicant: David Windell ,  Pravin Patel ,  James Hughes ,  Christopher West ,  Robert Piper ,  Timothy Schlude

Inventor： David Windell ,  Pravin Patel ,  James Hughes ,  Christopher West ,  Robert Piper ,  Timothy Schlude

IPC: G06F11/34

CPC classification number: G06F11/325 ,  H04L41/0645

Abstract: Methods and systems for implementing such methods for providing server fault notifications, diagnostic and system management information may include, but are not limited to: receiving a network fault status request input; illuminating one or more server node fault indicators for one or more degraded server nodes having one or more faults; receiving a server node fault status request input for a degraded server node having one or more faults; and displaying one or more diagnostic service notifications for one or more faults of the degraded server node.The displaying of the diagnostic service notifications may allow for the completion of various service operations associated with the service notifications once the information specific to a fault is presented. Such service operations may include placing a system in standby mode, transferring workloads to other systems, initiating a firmware update, placing the system in a mode that allows for physical maintenance, or ordering parts associated with one or more faults.

Abstract translation: 用于实现用于提供服务器故障通知，诊断和系统管理信息的这种方法的方法和系统可以包括但不限于：接收网络故障状态请求输入; 为具有一个或多个故障的一个或多个退化服务器节点照亮一个或多个服务器节点故障指示符; 接收具有一个或多个故障的劣化服务器节点的服务器节点故障状态请求输入; 以及显示针对所述退化服务器节点的一个或多个故障的一个或多个诊断服务通知。 一旦出现故障特有的信息，诊断服务通知的显示可以允许完成与服务通知相关联的各种服务操作。 这样的服务操作可以包括将系统置于待机模式，将工作负载传输到其他系统，启动固件更新，将系统置于允许物理维护的模式中，或者订购与一个或多个故障相关联的部件。