Lyle J Smith

Author:

Lyle Elmer Smith

ISBN #:

0759632405

Author:

Lyle Smith

ISBN #:

0595264727

US Patent:

6377219, Apr 23, 2002

Filed:

Jan 10, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/757720

Inventors:

Lyle James Smith - Providence RI

Assignee:

Cool Options, Inc. - Warwick RI

International Classification:

H01Q 124

US Classification:

343702, 62331, 165182, 361705, 174 163

Abstract:

A net-shape molded composite heat exchanger is provided which includes a plurality of thermally conductive fins overmolded onto one end of a metallic heat pipe for use both as an antenna in a cellular telephone and a heat exchanger to dissipate the heat generated within the device. The heat exchanger is formed by net-shape molding the fins over one end of the heat pipe, from a thermally conductive composition, such as a polymer composition. The molded heat exchanger is freely convecting through the part, which makes it more efficient and has an optimal thermal configuration. In addition, the metallic heat pipe serves the additional function of conducting radio frequency waves to and from the cellular telephone device.

US Patent:

6503964, Jan 7, 2003

Filed:

Jan 10, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/757499

Inventors:

Lyle James Smith - Providence RI
Mikhail Sagal - Watertown MA
James D. Miller - Marietta GA
Kevin A. McCullough - Warwick RI

Assignee:

Cool Options, Inc. - Warwick RI

International Classification:

G21K 112

US Classification:

523137, 523215, 524495, 427217, 428403, 428570

Abstract:

A thermally conductive and electromagnetic interference and radio frequency reflective polymer composition and a method for creating the same is disclosed. Thermally conductive filler material is coated with a thermally conductive and electromagnetic interference and radio frequency reflective coating material and mixed with a base polymer matrix. The mixture is molded into the desired shape. The electromagnetic interference and radio frequency reflective coating material prevents the absorption and transfer of EMI and RF waves through the filler material thus resulting in an EMI and RF reflective composition.

US Patent:

6620497, Sep 16, 2003

Filed:

Jan 10, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/757895

Inventors:

Lyle James Smith - Providence RI
E. Mikhail Sagal - Watertown MA
James D. Miller - Marietta GA
Kevin McCullough - Warwick RI

Assignee:

Cool Options, Inc. - Warwick RI

International Classification:

B32B 1800

US Classification:

428323, 428325, 428357, 428402, 428403, 428404

Abstract:

A thermally conductive and electrically insulative polymer composition and a method for creating the same is provided. Thermally conductive filler material is coated with a thermally conductive and electrically insulative coating material and mixed with a base polymer matrix. The mixture is molded into the desired shape. The electrically insulative coating material prevents the transfer of electricity through the filler material thus resulting in an electrically insulative composition.

US Patent:

7037102, May 2, 2006

Filed:

Aug 6, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/213177

Inventors:

Lyle Smith - Providence RI, US

Assignee:

Cool Options, Inc. - Warwick RI

International Classification:

B29C 45/62
B29C 47/66

US Classification:

425558, 425206, 4253824

Abstract:

A plunger machine for molding reinforced polymer compositions is provided. The plunger machine has particular application in molding polymer that is reinforced with particles having an aspect ratio that is greater than 1:1. The plunger machine includes a barrel housing with a smooth walled barrel with longitudinal fins projecting inwardly towards the center of the bore that defines a main melt chamber. A plunger housing, having a plunger bore, defines an initial melt chamber and is in communication with the main melt chamber. A plunger resides in the plunger bore and is reciprocatable therein. The barrel bore is continuously inwardly tapered and cooperates with the longitudinal fins to provide a shortened melt period and a smooth transition and alignment of reinforcing members within the polymer mixture during the melt process. The smooth bore and cooperating fins ensure substantial alignment of the reinforcement members with the longitudinal axis of the bore in the direction of the composition flow to avoid excessive breakage of the reinforcing particles and prepare the polymer mixture for extrusion into a mold assembly.

US Patent:

7077642, Jul 18, 2006

Filed:

Jul 1, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/882629

Inventors:

Lyle James Smith - Providence RI, US

Assignee:

Cool Options, Inc. - Warwick RI

International Classification:

B29C 45/53
B29C 45/62

US Classification:

425558, 4253824, 425467, 425468

Abstract:

A plunger machine for molding reinforced polymer compositions is provided. The plunger machine has particular application in molding polymer that is reinforced with particles having an aspect ratio that is greater than 1:1. The plunger machine includes a barrel housing with a smooth walled barrel with longitudinal fins projecting inwardly towards the center of the bore that defines a main melt chamber. A plunger housing, having a plunger bore, defines an initial melt chamber and is in communication with the main melt chamber. A plunger resides in the plunger bore and is reciprocatable therein. The barrel bore is continuously inwardly tapered and cooperates with the longitudinal fins to provide a shortened melt period and a smooth transition and alignment of reinforcing members within the polymer mixture during the melt process. The smooth bore and cooperating fins ensure substantial alignment of the reinforcement members with the longitudinal axis of the bore in the direction of the composition flow to avoid excessive breakage of the reinforcing particles and prepare the polymer mixture for extrusion into a mold assembly.

US Patent:

7132071, Nov 7, 2006

Filed:

Jul 1, 2004

Appl. No.:

10/883421

Inventors:

Lyle James Smith - Providence RI, US

Assignee:

Cool Options, Inc. - Warwick RI

International Classification:

B29C 55/00
B29C 45/00

US Classification:

264108, 2642972, 26432814, 26432816

Abstract:

A method of molding reinforced polymer compositions using a molding machine with a tapered bore is provided. The method has particular application in molding polymer that is reinforced with particles having an aspect ratio that is greater than 1:1. The plunger machine used in the method includes a barrel housing with a smooth walled barrel with longitudinal fins projecting inwardly towards the center of the bore that defines a main melt chamber. A plunger housing, having a plunger bore, defines an initial melt chamber and is in communication with the main melt chamber. A plunger resides in the plunger bore and is reciprocatable therein. The barrel bore is continuously inwardly tapered and cooperates with the longitudinal fins to provide a shortened melt period and a smooth transition and alignment of reinforcing members within the polymer mixture during the melt process. The method of using a machine with a smooth bore and cooperating fins ensure substantial alignment of the reinforcement members with the longitudinal axis of the bore in the direction of the composition flow to avoid excessive breakage of the reinforcing particles and prepare the polymer mixture for extrusion into a mold assembly.

US Patent:

7487575, Feb 10, 2009

Filed:

Jul 13, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/180858

Inventors:

Lyle J Smith - Providence RI, US

International Classification:

B32B 3/06
A47C 31/02
A44B 18/00

US Classification:

24297, 2972181, 2972182, 24306

Abstract:

This invention provides a system and method for attaching a trim cover to a flexible/resilient substrate, typically constructed from foam, which includes a plurality of clips that each has a base molded into the substrate. The bases each include a central “key-hole” slot that receives a corresponding key formed on a stem at a bottom of a clip projection. The clip projection defines a cavity for receiving a trim cover bead through a gap formed between a pair of legs that extend from the bottom. The stem has a length that is approximately the thickness of the slot. By passing the key through the slot and rotating the key to a locked position, the clip projection may be removably mounted to the substrate for repair or replacement as needed. The base may be constructed from a material that adheres effectively to the substrate, while the clip projection may be constructed from a material that exhibits high elasticity and wear-resistance. A cradle that includes a pair of upright posts that each confront a leg may be provided to progressively support the legs so as to prevent single point stresses from forming in the legs.

US Patent:

7752720, Jul 13, 2010

Filed:

Feb 6, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/366811

Inventors:

Lyle J. Smith - Charlotte NC, US

International Classification:

B32B 3/06
A44B 99/00

US Classification:

24297, 24453

Abstract:

This invention provides a system and method for attaching a trim cover to a flexible/resilient substrate, typically constructed from foam, which includes a plurality of clips that each has a base molded into the substrate. The bases each include a central “keyhole” slot that receives a corresponding key formed on a stem at a bottom of a clip projection. The clip projection defines a cavity for receiving a trim cover bead through a gap formed between a pair of legs that extend from the bottom. The stem has a length that is approximately the thickness of the slot. By passing the key through the slot and rotating the key to a locked position, the clip projection may be removably mounted to the substrate for repair or replacement as needed. The base may be constructed from a material that adheres effectively to the substrate, while the clip projection may be constructed from a material that exhibits high elasticity and wear-resistance. A cradle that includes a pair of upright posts that each confront a leg may be provided to progressively support the legs so as to prevent single point stresses from forming in the legs.