This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.. Active years: 2001.
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Years Active: 2001
Title: Mark Wordley - Innovator in Fuel Monitoring Systems
Introduction
Mark Wordley is an accomplished inventor based in Kentwood, MI (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of fuel monitoring systems, particularly with his innovative approach to evaluating the presence of air in liquid-state fuel streams. His work is essential for ensuring the efficiency and safety of fuel dispensing systems.
Latest Patents
Mark Wordley holds a patent for a "System and method for evaluating the presence of air in a liquid-state fuel stream." This system is designed to monitor the quantity of air in a liquid-state fuel stream discharged from a dispenser. The dispenser includes a pump that draws fuel from a storage tank. The fuel stream discharged from the pump is applied to an air separator, where air and vapor-state fluids are removed from the fuel stream. The gas-removed fuel stream is then allowed to flow to a nozzle for dispensing. The gas stream created by the air separator is directed to an air elimination chamber. In this chamber, the fuel in the gas stream separates from the air and is returned to the input side of the pump. The air in the air elimination chamber is vented to the ambient environment through a fixed opening. The monitoring system includes a transducer that monitors the rate of air flow through the air elimination chamber. This monitoring may be performed by checking the air pressure in the chamber upstream of an orifice through which the air is vented to the atmosphere. If the air flow rate exceeds a set level, the system closes a valve that regulates fuel flow to the nozzle. This innovative system prevents the dispensing of fuel that contains an excessive quantity of gaseous-state fluids.
Career Highlights
Mark Wordley is currently employed at Delaware Capital Formation, Inc. His work at this company has allowed him to further develop his expertise in fuel monitoring technologies. He has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of how air presence affects fuel efficiency and safety.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Mark has collaborated with notable colleagues, including William J Bohr and Michael Douglas Walters. These collaborations have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the field of fuel monitoring.
Conclusion
Mark Wordley's contributions to fuel monitoring systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation and safety in fuel dispensing technologies. His patent reflects a significant advancement in the industry, ensuring that fuel is dispensed efficiently and safely.