Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2012-2023
Title: Innovations by Alan Kang
Introduction
Alan Kang is an accomplished inventor based in Torrance, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of electromechanical systems and gas distribution technologies. With a total of 3 patents to his name, Kang continues to push the boundaries of innovation in his industry.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "ECS equipment reliability through wetting current." This disclosure describes techniques for increasing wetting current for an electromechanical switch. In one example application, an aircraft may include one or more valves used to control the temperature of the aircraft interior. The valves may include one or more valve position switches to indicate certain valve positions, such as fully open, fully closed, or fifty percent open. In some examples, the valve position switches may receive current at electromechanical contacts of the switch that is less than the wetting current. The techniques of this disclosure provide additional wetting current at the time the switch contacts close to improve the reliability of the valve position switches. In some examples, an analog to digital converter circuit may be configured to provide the additional wetting current to the switch.
Another notable patent is for a "System for gas distribution and mass flow measurement." This gas distribution system may include a gas mass flow sensor with a resistive element configured to be heated, a thermally conductive shell surrounding the resistive element, and heat-transfer control elements. The shell may include a leading surface oriented substantially orthogonal to a direction of gas flow. The heat-transfer control elements may be positioned to focus heat transfer from the resistive element through the leading surface of the shell so that the rate of heat transfer is independent of variations in flow configuration.
Career Highlights
Alan Kang is currently employed at Honeywell International Inc., where he applies his expertise in developing innovative solutions. His work has significantly impacted the reliability and efficiency of various systems.
Collaborations
Kang has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Fidel M Joco and Marshall Patton Saville, contributing to a dynamic and innovative work environment.
Conclusion
Alan Kang is a prominent inventor whose work in electromechanical systems and gas distribution continues to influence the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing technology and improving system reliability.