Seeley, US
Brad L. Seeley, Sammamish, WA US
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20120330787 | PAYMENT SELECTION AND AUTHORIZATION - When making a payment with an electronic payment type, a user may provide additional verification of ownership through communications with the user's mobile computing device. For example, the user may swipe her bank card at a retailer's store. The retailer may authorize the bank card through an issuing party (“host”). The host may transmit a request to the user via a mobile application running on the mobile computing device, which may request the user to approve or decline the purchase request. In various embodiments, the host's request may require the user to enter personal and/or authorization information (e.g., a PIN, password, biometrics, etc.) via the mobile application to approve the request. In some aspects, the host may allow the user to split or allocate a payment amount across one or more electronic payment types available to the user from the host via the mobile application during the authorization process. | 12-27-2012 |
20120330788 | PAYMENT SELECTION AND AUTHORIZATION BY A MOBILE DEVICE - When making a payment with an electronic payment type, a user may provide additional verification of ownership through communications with the user's mobile computing device. For example, the user may swipe her bank card at a retailer's store. The retailer may authorize the bank card through an issuing party (“host”). The host may transmit a request to the user via a mobile application running on the mobile computing device, which may request the user to approve or decline the purchase request. In various embodiments, the host's request may require the user to enter personal and/or authorization information (e.g., a PIN, password, biometrics, etc.) via the mobile application to approve the request. In some aspects, the host may allow the user to split or allocate a payment amount across one or more electronic payment types available to the user from the host via the mobile application during the authorization process. | 12-27-2012 |
Catherine V. Seeley, Bel Air, MD US
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20130115358 | BAKED FOOD PRODUCTS PREPARED WITH CARBONATED LIQUIDS AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - Described herein are baked food products prepared using a carbonated liquid in combination with an dry ingredients mixture that includes flour, a leavening agent, and a solid or semi-solid fat component. The use of carbonated liquid in preparing the baked food products allows them to be free of other ingredients, particularly liquid ingredients, including liquid oils, milk, and eggs, while maintaining a quality similar to baked food products prepared using such ingredients. Baked food products according to this invention are therefore acceptable for consumption by persons for whom consumption of the omitted conventional ingredient(s) would be unsuitable, such as persons having food allergies to the omitted ingredient(s). Also described are kits including the ingredients for preparing baked food products of the invention, and methods of making baked food products according to the invention. | 05-09-2013 |
Charles Seeley, Niskayuna, NY US
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20110204790 | LIGHTING SYSTEM WITH THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - Lighting systems having unique configurations are provided. For instance, the lighting system may include a light source, a thermal management system and driver electronics, each contained within a housing structure. The light source is configured to provide illumination visible through an opening in the housing structure. The thermal management system is configured to provide an air flow, such as a unidirectional air flow, through the housing structure in order to cool the light source. The driver electronics are configured to provide power to each of the light source and the thermal management system. | 08-25-2011 |
Charles E. Seeley, Niskayuna, NY US
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20090165513 | LOCK PORTION WITH PIEZO-ELECTRIC ACTUATOR AND ANTI-TAMPER CIRCUIT - An electronic lock includes a rotatable core movable within an outer body. The rotatable core includes a piezo-electric actuator configured to move a tumbler blocking member into or out of interfering engagement with one or more tumblers. Tamper circuitry coupled with the piezo-electric actuator is configured to resist an externally induced acceleration of the electronic lock by shunting electrical power produced by an externally induced motion of the piezo-electric actuator back to the piezo-electric actuator. | 07-02-2009 |
Charles Erklin Seeley, Nishayuna, NY US
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20110242546 | System For Monitoring a Relative Displacement of Components - A system is provided for monitoring a relative displacement of a pair of end-winding components. The system includes a structure mounted to the end-winding components. The system further includes a fiber Bragg grating mounted to a non-curved surface of the structure, where the fiber Bragg grating is configured to reflect incident radiation having a peak intensity at a respective wavelength based on a strain of the fiber Bragg grating. The structure is configured so that the strain produced by the structure limits a magnitude of the strain of the fiber Bragg grating within a predetermined range over a span of the relative displacement of the pair of end-winding components. | 10-06-2011 |
Cole Seeley, Austin, TX US
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20150151399 | MASS FINISHING COMPONENT ENCLOSURE DEVICE AND SYSTEM - An embodiment comprises a container to include a substrate during processing (e.g., centrifugal or vibratory processing) and protect the substrate from other substrates (e.g., medical implants) that are simultaneously being processed and/or from the polishing environment (e.g. vibratory tub sidewalls) during processing. Other embodiments are described herein. | 06-04-2015 |
Dale Seeley, Spring Park, MN US
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20100324625 | BRACKETING SCAR FOR TREATING PAIN WITH ELECTRICAL STIMULATION - A method includes implanting one or more leads in proximity to a scar of a patient. The one or more leads have a plurality of electrodes and are implanted such that a first electrode of the plurality of electrodes is implanted subcutaneously on a side of a longitudinal axis of the scar and a second electrode of the plurality of electrodes is implanted on an opposing side of the longitudinal axis of the scar. Such an electrode configuration may be achieved by positioning leads transverse or perpendicular to the scar. The method further includes applying electrical signals to tissue in the region of the scar via the first and second electrodes. The electrical signals applied in such a manner may be helpful for treating pain associated with the scar. | 12-23-2010 |
20150080995 | STRUCTURES AND TECHNIQUES FOR MEDICAL LEAD FABRICATION - A medical lead may be fabricated using an electrode fixture (( | 03-19-2015 |
Dale F. Seeley, Spring Park, MN US
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20090270844 | FLOW SENSOR CONTROLLED INFUSION DEVICE - An implantable infusion device includes an outlet through which a fluid is deliverable and a reservoir for containing the fluid. A flow path is in fluid communication with the reservoir and the outlet. The flow path includes a pressure regulator and a flow restrictor. The pressure regulator has a housing defining a major chamber and a diaphragm disposed in the housing such that the diaphragm sealingly divides the major chamber into first and second minor chambers. The flow restrictor is in fluid communication with the first and second minor chambers of the pressure regulator and is disposed downstream of the first minor chamber and upstream of the second minor chamber. The device further includes (i) a flow sensor configured to detect information regarding flow rate of the fluid downstream of the flow restrictor, and (ii) a pressure adjustment actuator assembly configured to vary pressure in the first minor chamber of the pressure regulator relative to pressure in the second minor chamber. The device also includes a processor operably coupled to the flow sensor and the pressure adjustment actuator assembly. The processor is configured to provide instructions to the actuator assembly for adjusting the pressure in the first minor chamber relative to pressure in the second minor chamber based on the information from the sensor to regulate flow rate of the fluid. | 10-29-2009 |
20100198184 | CONTAINER FOR PUMP SYSTEM - A container for housing a fluid therapeutic composition includes a rigid housing, a collapsible bag and a seal. The housing has an opening and an interior surface. The interior surface forms a cavity having a volume. The bag is disposed in the housing and is expandable to contact the interior surface of the housing and occupy the entire volume of the cavity when filled with the fluid therapeutic composition. The bag has an opening that is fixed in proximity to the opening of the housing. The seal is configured to prevent air from entering the bag via the bag opening and to prevent air from entering the cavity of the housing via the housing opening. | 08-05-2010 |
20110104955 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE HEADERS THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include headers having various features such as a modular design whereby the header is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Additional features include a feedthrough where pins exiting a housing of the implantable medical device extend into the header to make direct electrical connection to electrical contacts present within the header where those electrical contacts directly engage electrical connectors of leads inserted into the header. Other features include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors on the order of 0.040 inches or less and may include radial protrusions where the radial protrusions establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the header in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. | 05-05-2011 |
20110106189 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES INCLUDING ELONGATED CONDUCTOR BODIES THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include elongated conductor bodies and related features including an attachment to the medical device at one end and a connector that receives a medical lead at the other end. The connector may have various features such as a modular design whereby the connector is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Other features of the connector include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors or the order of 0.040 inches or less and that may include radial protrusions to establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the connector in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. Additional features include a feedthrough where conductors exposed beyond a housing of the implantable medical device make direct electrical connection to conductors present within the elongated body. | 05-05-2011 |
20110160568 | Lead Tracking and Positioning System and Method - Image data can be obtained with an imaging device. A location of the imaging device relative to a subject can be determined. A location of an instrument can be tracked relative to the subject using a tracking system. Also, the tracked location of the instrument can be illustrated relative to the image data. | 06-30-2011 |
20110202067 | INTRODUCER FOR LEAD DELIVERY - Devices and methods for implanting leads along a spinal cord include an introducer having a main body defining a lumen and one or more collapsible and expandable side sheaths attached to the main body. The side sheaths may be collapsed as the introducer is positioned in a desired location of a patient to maintain a low profile. Once the introducer is placed, the side sheaths may be expanded to receive a lead. A lead may also be inserted through a lumen of the main body. Once the leads are inserted, the introducer may be withdrawn over the leads, leaving the leads implanted in the desired region in a desired orientation. | 08-18-2011 |
20120058688 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE HEADERS THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include headers having various features such as a modular design whereby the header is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Additional features include a feedthrough where pins exiting a housing of the implantable medical device extend into the header to make direct electrical connection to electrical contacts present within the header where those electrical contacts directly engage electrical connectors of leads inserted into the header. Other features include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors on the order of 0.040 inches or less and may include radial protrusions where the radial protrusions establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the header in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. | 03-08-2012 |
20120078332 | HELICAL ELECTRODE ARRANGEMENTS FOR MEDICAL LEADS - A medical lead includes a lead body having a proximal end for electrical connection to an implantable electric signal generator and a distal end portion having a plurality of electrodes extending in a helical manner longitudinally along the distal end portion. Adjacent helical electrodes may be offset, for example, 90 degrees or 180 degrees. The helical electrodes may extend less than, greater than, or 360 degrees. The electrode arrangement provides increased surface area, improving the capability of positioning the lead against the nerve as desired. | 03-29-2012 |
20120078334 | ELECTRODE ARRANGEMENTS FOR SUBORBITAL FORAMEN MEDICAL LEAD - A medical lead includes a plurality of electrodes on an annular distal end portion of the lead. The electrodes may be arranged along a circle concentric with the center of a void defined by the annular portion. The annular medical lead design is well suited for application of electrical signal therapy to the suborbital nerve at its point of exit from the inferior orbital foramen in the skull. | 03-29-2012 |
20120083867 | HUB FOR IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL LEADS | 04-05-2012 |
20120095540 | ELECTRODE ARRANGEMENTS FOR MEDICAL LEAD - An implantable medical lead includes a lead body having a proximal portion having a longitudinal axis and an arcuate distal body portion extending in the direction of the longitudinal axis. The arcuate distal body portion has a concave surface. The lead includes a plurality of elongate electrodes disposed at the arcuate distal end portion of the lead body along the concave surface. The electrodes extend substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the lead body. | 04-19-2012 |
20120130437 | VARYING LEAD CONFIGURATION IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE - An implantable electrical medical device includes (i) electronics configured to generate or receive an electrical signal and containing a plurality of channels through which the electrical signal may be transmitted; (ii) a first lead receptacle having a first defined number of internal contacts, wherein each of the internal contacts are independently operably coupled to a discrete channel of the electronics; and (iii) a second lead receptacle having a second defined number of internal contacts, wherein the second defined number is less than the first defined number, and wherein each of the internal contacts of the second receptacle are independently operably coupled to a discrete channel of the electronics. At least one of the internal contacts of the first lead receptacle and at least one of the internal contacts of the second lead receptacle are operably coupled to the same channel of the electronics. | 05-24-2012 |
20120130438 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE WITH SWAPPABLE HEADERS - An implantable electrical medical device system includes a device body portion having a plurality of contacts operably coupled to discrete channels of electronics. One or more swappable headers may be attached to the device body portion by an end user, such as an implanting physician, to operably couple internal lead receptacle contacts in the header to the contacts of the device body portion. The swappable headers may have lead receptacles configured to receive differing types or combinations of leads, allowing an end user to select one or more appropriate headers as desired. | 05-24-2012 |
20120265164 | FLOW RESTRICTOR FOR MEDICAL DEVICES - This relates to fluid delivery devices and methods and, more particularly, to implantable fluid delivery devices and methods of use. A flow restrictor for medical devices is described with particularly useful properties. | 10-18-2012 |
20120322317 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE HEADERS THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include headers having various features such as a modular design whereby the header is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Additional features include a feedthrough where pins exiting a housing of the implantable medical device extend into the header to make direct electrical connection to electrical contacts present within the header where those electrical contacts directly engage electrical connectors of leads inserted into the header. Other features include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors on the order of 0.040 inches or less and may include radial protrusions where the radial protrusions establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the header in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. | 12-20-2012 |
20140099833 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE HEADERS THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include headers having various features such as a modular design whereby the header is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Additional features include a feedthrough where pins exiting a housing of the implantable medical device extend into the header to make direct electrical connection to electrical contacts present within the header where those electrical contacts directly engage electrical connectors of leads inserted into the header. Other features include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors on the order of 0.040 inches or less and may include radial protrusions where the radial protrusions establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the header in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. | 04-10-2014 |
20140277316 | MEDICAL LEADS AND TECHNIQUES FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME - In some examples, the disclosure relates to a medical device comprising a lead including an electrically conductive lead wire; and an electrode electrically coupled to the lead wire, the electrode including a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion defines an exposed outer surface of the electrode and is electrically coupled to the second portion along a first interface, wherein the second portion is electrically coupled to the lead wire along a second interface different from the first interface via welding to couple the lead wire to the electrode, wherein an electrical signal may be transferred between the lead wire and exposed outer surface of the first portion via the second portion, and wherein the first portion is formed from a first material having a first composition, and the second portion is formed from a second material having a second composition different from the first composition. | 09-18-2014 |
20140316502 | Modular Lead End - Various embodiments of this disclosure concern assembly of a lead having one or two modular lead ends. A modular lead end can be made by aligning a plurality of wires exposed on an end of a main lead body with a plurality of conductors exposed on an end of a lead end. The lead end may comprise a spine, the plurality of conductors circumferentially arrayed about the spine, and an outer surface comprising a plurality of exposed electrical elements and polymer material, the plurality of electrical elements arrayed on the spine and electrically connected with the plurality of conductors. The assembly can further include making electrical connections between the plurality of electrical wires and the plurality of conductors and insulating the plurality of wires and the plurality of conductors. | 10-23-2014 |
20140343644 | MEDICAL LEADS AND TECHNIQUES FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME - In some examples, the disclosure relates to a medical device comprising a lead including an electrically conductive lead wire; and an electrode electrically coupled to the lead wire, the electrode including a substrate and a coating on an outer surface of the substrate, wherein the lead wire is formed of a composition comprising titanium or titanium alloys, wherein the substrate is formed of a composition comprising one or more of titanium, tantalum, niobium, and alloys thereof, wherein the coating comprises at least one of Pt, TiN, IrOx, and poly(dioctyl-bithiophene) (PDOT). In some examples, the lead wire may be coupled to the lead wire via a weld, such as, e.g., a laser weld. | 11-20-2014 |
20140371675 | INFUSION DEVICE ASSEMBLY - Multicomponent infusion device assemblies include locking and unlocking mechanisms that allow for locking and unlocking of components via actions capable of being carried out by at least some patients suffering from movement disorders. Tools or disengagement components may be used to unlock or disengage the components. | 12-18-2014 |
20150018919 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES INCLUDING ELONGATED CONDUCTOR BODIES THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include elongated conductor bodies and related features including an attachment to the medical device at one end and a connector that receives a medical lead at the other end. The connector may have various features such as a modular design whereby the connector is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Other features of the connector include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors or the order of 0.040 inches or less and that may include radial protrusions to establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the connector in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. Additional features include a feedthrough where conductors exposed beyond a housing of the implantable medical device make direct electrical connection to conductors present within the elongated body. | 01-15-2015 |
20150032053 | TITRATION FOR MEDICAL INFUSION DEVICES AND SYSTEMS - Titration schemes are carried out by medical infusion devices, such as ambulatory or implantable infusion devices. The titration schemes carried out by infusion systems and devices may take into account patient side effects in controlling the rate at which a medicament is delivered from the devices of systems. | 01-29-2015 |
20150119804 | PERSONALIZED HOUSING FOR AMBULATORY INFUSION DEVICE - An ambulatory infusion device includes a common module having a pump mechanism and a fluid flow path in communication with the pump mechanism. The device also includes a custom module operably coupleable to the common module. The custom module includes a reservoir for housing a liquid composition comprising a medicament and control electronics. The reservoir is configured to fluidly couple with the fluid flow path, and the control electronics are configured to electrically couple to the pump mechanism when the common module and the custom module are operably coupled. When the common module and the custom module are operably coupled, the pump mechanism is configured to drive the liquid composition from the reservoir to a patient via the fluid flow path, and the control electronics are configured to control the rate at which the pump mechanism drives the liquid composition. | 04-30-2015 |
20150119821 | PREFILLED RESERVOIR APPARATUS FOR AMBULATORY INFUSION DEVICE - Prefilled reservoir apparatuses for use in ambulatory infusion devices include a rigid top and a flexible bag that forms at least a portion of a reservoir containing a liquid medicament composition. The reservoir apparatuses include a septum assembly that includes a fluid flow path in communication with the reservoir and a self-sealing septum disposed in or over the fluid flow path. The septum is positioned and configured to be pierced by a cannula of a base of an infusion device when the reservoir apparatus is received by the base. | 04-30-2015 |
20150352366 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES INCLUDING ELONGATED CONDUCTOR BODIES THAT FACILITATE DEVICE AND LEAD CONFIGURATION VARIANTS - Implantable medical devices include elongated conductor bodies and related features including an attachment to the medical device at one end and a connector that receives a medical lead at the other end. The connector may have various features such as a modular design whereby the connector is constructed from a series of stacked contact modules. Other features of the connector include electrical contacts that are relatively thin conductors or the order of 0.040 inches or less and that may include radial protrusions to establish contact with the electrical connectors of the lead. Furthermore, electrical contacts may be mounted within the connector in a floating manner so that radial movement of the electrical contact may occur during lead insertion. Additional features include a feedthrough where conductors exposed beyond a housing of the implantable medical device make direct electrical connection to conductors present within the elongated body. | 12-10-2015 |
Erin H. Seeley, Nashville, TN US
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20140044673 | Classifying Skin Lesions Using Mass Spectrometry Proteomic Approach - The present invention provides for a mass spectrometry proteomic approach to distinguishing Spitz nevi from Spitzoid malignant melanoma. Histology directed mass spectral profiling allows for targeted analysis of sites of melanocytic lesion within formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded excisional biopsies. The classification system identified 5 peptide peaks, of which two have been identified as originating from vimentin and actin. A sensitivity and specificity for Spitz nevi of 97% and 90%, respectively, were achieved. | 02-13-2014 |
Hugh Kenton Seeley, Stone Mountain, GA US
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20120227300 | MAGAZINE ADAPTOR SYSTEM - A modified elongate ammunition magazine, the magazine being modified by modifying an elongate, single plane magazine by removing its end cap so as to provide an elongate modified magazine having an upper end for attaching to said magazine well of a firearm, a lower end, and a through passageway therebetween, and a clip leg base attached thereto and also attachable to a high capacity ammunition magazine housing, the clip leg base configured such that when it is attached to said modified magazine to construct a feed clip assembly, and when the clip leg base is also attached to a high capacity magazine, and when the upper end of the modified magazine is installed into a firearm, an ammunition passageway is defined from an ammunition outlet of a high capacity ammunition magazine housing, through the modified magazine, and to a firearm. Also provided is a last linked assembly including a loose or spreadable link. | 09-13-2012 |
20150090106 | LAST ROUND LINK FEED SYSTEM - A modified elongate ammunition magazine, the magazine being modified by modifying an elongate, single plane magazine by removing its end cap so as to provide an elongate modified magazine having an upper end for attaching to said magazine well of a firearm, a lower end, and a through passageway therebetween, and a clip leg base attached thereto and also attachable to a high capacity ammunition magazine housing, the clip leg base configured such that when it is attached to said modified magazine to construct a feed clip assembly, and when the clip leg base is also attached to a high capacity magazine, and when the upper end of the modified magazine is installed into a firearm, an ammunition passageway is defined from an ammunition outlet of a high capacity ammunition magazine housing, through the modified magazine, and to a firearm. Also provided is a last linked assembly including a loose or spreadable link. | 04-02-2015 |
Jack D. Seeley, Lawrence, KS US
Jeffrey Anderson Seeley, Cincinnati, OH US
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20090176684 | Detergents having acceptable color - Detergent compositions containing catechols, such as tiron (1,2-dihydroxybenzene-3,5-disulfonic acid), which do not have or do not develop the reddish color associated with the catechol/ferric iron chelate are disclosed. Methods for reducing the intensity of red color in a tiron containing detergent composition are also disclosed. | 07-09-2009 |
John M. Seeley, Quincy, OH US
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20150314757 | BUSBAR FOR AN ELECTRICAL DEVICE AND A WINDOW PANE INCLUDING THE SAME - A window pane has a daylight opening and includes a substrate having a first surface. The window pane further includes an electrical device including a first busbar, a second busbar, and a gridline portion with each independently including a conductive material. The gridline portion has a first end operatively connected to and abutting the first busbar and a second end operatively connected to and abutting the second busbar. A gridline length is defined between the first and second ends of the gridline portion. The gridline portion is completely and directly disposed on the first surface along the gridline length. The first busbar and second busbar each independently includes a first layer of the conductive material disposed on the substrate. At least one of the first and the second busbars each independently includes a second layer of the conductive material disposed on the first layer. | 11-05-2015 |
Kenneth R. Seeley, Palm Springs, CA US
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20150205935 | PRESCRIBED RECOVERY CONTINUUM CARE PLAN COMPLIANCE APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE - A compliance module configured to support the addiction recovery process. The compliance module includes a user interface downloadable to a mobile computing device that connects through the Internet to computer workstations using a standard web browser. The user interface provides participation statistics on what the users have and have not been doing that is prescribed from administrators and advocates in order to stay on track with the user's treatment plan and sobriety protocol. The system can be used to present evidence to those concerned, such as licensing boards, courts, employers, trust accounts, insurance carriers, loved ones with concerns, sponsors and, most immortally, users themselves. Relapse happens much too often when addicts do not stay accountable to the prescribed recommendations. This combination of a compliance module, mobile computing device and workstation will provide the user and health care advocates with real-time tools to stay on track. | 07-23-2015 |
Kevin R. Seeley, Delaware, OH US
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20090242075 | BOTTLE FILLER - A self sanitizing bottle filler supplying filtered water. The bottle filler utilizes UV light to create ozone in a sealed dispensing chamber after each use. The UV light and ozone sanitize the interior surfaces of the dispensing mechanism and water delivery components. The bottle filler encloses the outlet spout after each use to prevent airborne contamination. The water stream may be illuminated helping users to position a container, preventing spills and splash back. | 10-01-2009 |
Mark E. Seeley, Austin, TX US
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20110311714 | Fluidized Bed Pyrocarbon Coating - Arrangements are provided for assembling multiple substrates for coating within a fluidized bed coater so as to deposit a coating of uniform thickness across the entire exterior surface thereof. One embodiment includes a method for coating orthopedic implants having convex and concave surfaces with pyrocarbon by pyrolytic decomposition of a hydrocarbon. | 12-22-2011 |
20150151399 | MASS FINISHING COMPONENT ENCLOSURE DEVICE AND SYSTEM - An embodiment comprises a container to include a substrate during processing (e.g., centrifugal or vibratory processing) and protect the substrate from other substrates (e.g., medical implants) that are simultaneously being processed and/or from the polishing environment (e.g. vibratory tub sidewalls) during processing. Other embodiments are described herein. | 06-04-2015 |
20150216662 | Biological Chord Repair System and Methods - An embodiment includes a chordal replacement system comprising: a pledget coupled to a first suture length and at least one of a first needle and a first ferrule; a second suture length coupled to the pledget and at least a second needle; and a third suture length coupled to the pledget and at least a third needle; wherein the second and third suture lengths are not monolithic with each other and do not constitute a single suture. Other embodiments are described herein. | 08-06-2015 |
Michael Seeley, Irving, TX US
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20150326641 | MOBILE TO MOBILE REMOTE CONTROL - In various example embodiments, systems and methods for mobile to mobile remote control are presented. A control request may be received at a client device from a control device. The control device and the client device may be in communication with a network. The client device may determine an authorization for the control device in response to receiving the control request. Based on the determined authorization, a data link may be established between the client device and the control device using a control device identifier. The data link may allow the exchange of information between the client device and the control device without an intermediate network node. The client device may receive a command request from the control device via the data link. The command request may be initiated by a control user of the control device. | 11-12-2015 |
Michael S. Seeley, South Haven, MI US
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20120297816 | DOOR BIN FOR A DOMESTIC REFRIGERATOR - A door bin for a refrigerator includes a metallic main body, a first endcap positioned at a first side of the main body, a second endcap positioned at a second side of the main body, an upper rail connecting an upper front corner of the first endcap to an upper front corner of the second endcap, and a glass panel. | 11-29-2012 |
20140125599 | INTERACTIVE TRANSPARENT TOUCH SCREEN DOORS FOR WINE CABINETS - Interactive transparent touch screen doors for wine cabinets are disclosed. An interactive touch screen door for use with a wine cabinet having a refrigerated compartment and a rack in the refrigerated compartment to hold bottles of wine provides access to the refrigerated compartment and includes a transparent touch display embedded in the door having a size at least corresponding to a portion of the refrigerated compartment intended to store wine, and a controller operatively connected to the transparent touch display configured to provide information associated with wine stored in the cabinet on the transparent touch display. | 05-08-2014 |
20140126829 | INTERACTIVE TOUCH SCREEN DEVICE FOR WINE - Interactive display and rendering device, system and method for wine bottles. are disclosed. An interactive wine management and display device and method using a scanning instrument capable of scanning information regarding a bottle of wine; an imaging instrument capable of collecting an image of at least a portion of a bottle of wine; a connection to a wine database containing information regarding wines; a connection to a database having images of wine bottles. The device is able to render the images as well as information on the wine to a display for user interaction. | 05-08-2014 |
20140139088 | TRANSPARENT TOUCH DISPLAYS FOR REFRIGERATOR DRAWERS - Transparent touch displays for refrigerator drawers are disclosed. An example refrigerator drawer compartment to hold a refrigerator drawer includes a transparent panel forming a portion of the refrigerator drawer compartment, a transparent touch display embedded in the transparent panel to provide a user interface to control a function associated with the refrigerator drawer while allowing viewing of contents of the refrigerator drawer. | 05-22-2014 |
20150015132 | FOLDABLE RACK FOR A REFRIGERATOR - A refrigerator comprising a cabinet, a liner disposed within the cabinet and defining an interior fresh food compartment, a wine rack rotatably mounted within the fresh food compartment, the wine rack comprising a substantially planar plate having a first end and a second end with at least one aperture sized to receive a neck portion of a bottle to hold the bottle substantially horizontally in a cantilever fashion; a pair of attachment elements disposed on the first end and second end of the substantially planar plate to support the substantially planar plate and configured to secure the substantially plate to the refrigerator. | 01-15-2015 |
20150035432 | CONTROLLED, DYNAMIC LIGHTING OF INTERIOR OF APPLIANCE - An apparatus, system, and method of illumination relative to an appliance. A programmable controller activates one or more light sources automatically based on a trigger or sensed condition. The controller dynamically adjusts the one or more light sources in a closed loop fashion. | 02-05-2015 |
20150208897 | DISHWASHER - A dishwasher for treating dishes includes a tub at least partially defining a treating chamber, a spraying system having a distribution header and at least one aperture provided on the distribution header for spraying wash liquid into the treating chamber, and a recirculation system for recirculating liquid sprayed in the treating chamber to the spraying system. A light assembly is provided on the distribution header, and includes a light source that emits light to a light guide, which in turn distributes light to the treating chamber. | 07-30-2015 |
20150359412 | HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE WITH BULK UNIT-DOSE DISPENSER AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - A household appliance, such as dishwasher, includes a bulk unit-dose dispenser configured to hold multiple unit doses of treating chemistry and dispense the treating chemistry at the appropriate time in a cycle of operation. The bulk unit-dose dispenser can include a multiple compartments moveable along a track, and the compartments can be sequentially moved into registry with a dispensing opening of the appliance. | 12-17-2015 |
20160100739 | DISHWASHER RACK HANDLE - A dishwasher includes a rack assembly with a modular handle for allowing a user to grasp and pull out the rack. The modular handle includes a front piece, a rear body, and two end caps, which fit together to form an aesthetically pleasing handle suitable for the temperature and humidity in a dishwasher environment. | 04-14-2016 |
Nicholas C. Seeley, Pullman, WA US
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20130073100 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SYNCHRONIZING DISTRIBUTED GENERATION SYSTEMS - A system for managing and synchronizing the operation of an electric power generation and delivery system that includes a number of generators configured to provide distributed electric power generation is disclosed. In the disclosed system, a number of intelligent electronic devices coupled with at distributed generators may be utilized to synchronize the operation of the generators with the system when the generators become isolated from the system. In some embodiments, the disclosed intelligent electronic devices may control the speed of isolated generators based on synchronization information received from at least one other intelligent electronic device and a common time signal. | 03-21-2013 |
20140055126 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ROTOR ANGLE MEASUREMENT IN AN ELECTRICAL GENERATOR - Disclosed herein are systems and methods for rotor angle measurement in an electrical generator. According to one embodiment, an intelligent electronic device may comprise control logic configured to generate a reference signal and to generate a rotational position signal based upon an indicator of a rotational position of a rotor in an electrical generator. The control logic may further be configured to detect a relative shift between the reference signal and the rotational position signal and to determine the rotational position of the rotor based upon the relative shift. A power angle of the electrical generator may be calculated based upon the rotational position of the rotor. According to certain embodiments, the control logic may further be configured to generate a control instruction to reduce the power angle in response to determining that the power angle exceeds a threshold. | 02-27-2014 |
20150331052 | Synchronous Machine Monitoring Using Time Stamped Electrical and Mechanical Data - Electrical power machines are monitored according to the disclosure herein using time stamped mechanical conditions and electrical conditions. The mechanical conditions may include rotational position, calculated and time stamped rotational frequency, valve position, temperature, or vibration. The time stamped electrical conditions may include electrical power system frequency, electrical power machine field data, electrical power machine terminal information such as voltage and current, and the like. Electrical and mechanical time-stamped electrical power machine data from different machines that may be local or remote from each other may be compared for monitoring the machines. | 11-19-2015 |
Paul Edward Seeley, Tustin, MI US
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20140335976 | TRAINING SYSTEM FOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT - A training system for skill development may include a device that includes a casing having an internal housing and an outside surface. A plurality of number displays may be enclosed within the internal housing of the casing. A circuit board may be enclosed within the internal housing of the casing and connected to the plurality of number displays. A power source may be attached to the casing. At least one upper arm comprising an upper arm joint may be attached to the outside surface of the casing. At least one lower arm comprising a lower arm joint may be attached to the outside surface of the casing. A fastening device may be attached to the at least one lower arm. The training system may be placed on a surface and be used to help develop the skill of a person keeping their eyes up while performing a function. | 11-13-2014 |
Randy J. Seeley, Cincinnati, OH US
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20110295151 | Enteroendocrine Manipulation for Metabolic Effect - L-cells may be introduced in the gastrointestinal tract. L-cells are used in the digestive process to produce a more efficient and lasting means of regulating feelings of satiation in a patient. Desired metabolic effects may be achieved by manipulating L-cells via delivery sites, frequency of delivery, or type of biological substance delivered. | 12-01-2011 |
20110295337 | Systems and Methods For Regulating Metabolic Hormone Producing Tissue - A method for regulating hormone production comprises placing at least one electrode in a gastrointestinal tract of a patient and recording an electrical signal during a preselected event produced by the gastrointestinal tract. The method further involves the steps of storing the electrical signal, and playing back the electrical signal by activating the electrode during the absence of the preselected event. | 12-01-2011 |
Rich Seeley, Hyde Park, UT US
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20130132244 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS ALLOWING MULTI-FAMILY PROPERTY OWNERS TO CONSOLIDATE RETAIL ELECTRIC PROVIDER CHARGES WITH LANDLORD PROVIDED UTILITIES AND SERVICES - Systems and methods for allowing landlords to combine information from a retail electric provider into landlord billed utilities and items, are described herein. In one aspect, residency information for a unit associated with a resident is received. Resource consumption or usage information associated with the unit is received from one retail electric provider. A consolidated data set is generated based on the resource consumption or usage information for the unit from both the retail electric provider and landlord provided services such as rent, water, trash and sewer. Under this process, a resident may choose to have the electric account remain in the landlord's name and then be billed for such retail electric charges on the same bill as the landlord provided utilities and services. In some implementations, the community will collect funds for the utility bills from each resident and will use such funds to pay the utility provider directly. | 05-23-2013 |
Robert M. Seeley, Zeeland, MI US
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20090108660 | Adjustable armrest and method for the use thereof - An adjustable armrest includes a base member pivotable about a first horizontal axis in a side-to-side direction. An arm support member is connected to the base member. A first latch member includes a plurality of notches, while a second latch member includes a pawl shaped to releasably engage at least one of the plurality of notches. One of the first or second latch members is mounted on the base member, with the second latch member being moveable relative to the first latch member between at least one engaged position and a release position. In another aspect, a chair includes a pair of adjustable armrests. In another aspect, a method of adjusting the lateral position of an armrest is provided. | 04-30-2009 |
20110248543 | ADJUSTABLE ARMREST - An armrest includes a stem and a sleeve defining a cavity. At least a portion of the stem is received in the cavity, with the stem being moveable relative to the sleeve. The sleeve includes opposite side walls defining in part the cavity, wherein at least one of the side walls includes a plurality of vertically spaced recesses. A carrier is moveably coupled to the stem. At least one lock member is carried by the carrier and is moveable relative to the carrier between a locked position and an unlocked position as the carrier is moved. The at least one lock member is received in at least one of the vertically spaced recesses when moved to the locked position. The at least one lock member is displaced from the vertically spaced recesses when moved to the unlocked position. A method of adjusting the armrest is also provided, as well as an adjustable arm support supported by the stem and methods for the use thereof. | 10-13-2011 |
20140360412 | TABLE - A table includes a vertical support column and a base. The base includes a first floor engaging portion disposed on a first side of a vertical axis and a second floor engaging portion disposed on an opposite second side of the vertical axis. The first and second floor engaging portions are weighted such that the base has a center of gravity spaced from the vertical axis on the second side of the vertical axis. A worksurface member is supported by the vertical support column and is vertically spaced from the base. The worksurface member is rotatable relative to the base. In one aspect, the worksurface member has an overall length greater than the overall length of the base. In another aspect, a stop limits rotation of the worksurface member. | 12-11-2014 |
Ryan Seeley, Christiansburg, VA US
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20110122906 | HIGH PRECISION WAVELENGTH MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL OF A TUNABLE LASER - A tunable laser wavelength measurement system includes an interferometric wavelength tracking system that uses a combination of interferometric and wavelength reference measurements to directly measure the laser output wavelength, The measurement exhibits the following desirable error signal characteristics: directional information, continuity, low latency, absolute information, high accuracy, high precision, and little or no drift, A tunable laser wavelength control system additionally incorporates electronics to compare the measured laser wavelength to a desired wavelength or wavelength function, and to generate a feedback control signal to control the wavelength of the laser output based on the comparison. In one non-limiting example implementation, the desired wavelength function is repetitive. The difference between the desired wavelength function and the interferometrically-measured wavelength function is taken, and a successive approximation technique is employed to calculate and adjust a repetitive controlling signal to obtain the desired wavelength function. | 05-26-2011 |
Timothy J. Seeley, Rosedale, MD US
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20090265943 | Portable Band Saw - A portable band saw includes a serviceable/replaceable bumper system for allowing the band saw to be easily repaired if damaged from being dropped. An auxiliary handle is adjustably mounted to the band saw and is releasable from its position if subjected to a large force so as to avoid damage to the handle and tool housing. An adjustable guide shoe includes a toolless adjustment. The front and rear section of the band saw are disposed on opposite sides of a polymeric field case. Compression rods are used to isolate compression forces from the polymeric field case. An electric box assembly including a plastic component box is disposed between the field case and a front section of the band saw. A crash guard is mounted adjacent to the field case and includes a sight guide along an edge thereof and a rear blade guard formed integrally therewith. | 10-29-2009 |
20140310964 | Portable Band Saw - A portable band saw includes a serviceable/replaceable bumper system for allowing the band saw to be easily repaired if damaged from being dropped. An auxiliary handle is adjustably mounted to the band saw and is releasable from its position if subjected to a large force so as to avoid damage to the handle and tool housing. An adjustable guide shoe includes a toolless adjustment. The front and rear section of the band saw are disposed on opposite sides of a polymeric field case. Compression rods are used to isolate compression forces from the polymeric field case. An electric box assembly including a plastic component box is disposed between the field case and a front section of the band saw. A crash guard is mounted adjacent to the field case and includes a sight guide along an edge thereof and a rear blade guard formed integrally therewith. | 10-23-2014 |
Todd W. Seeley, Oakland, CA US
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20130178510 | CONNECTIVE TISSUE GROWTH FACTOR ANTISENSE OLIGONUCLEOTIDES - The present invention relates to antisense oligonucleotides that target human CTGF mRNA and inhibit CTGF mRNA expression. Additionally, regions of human CTGF mRNA that are exceptionally sensitive to antisense inhibition are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising the antisense oligonucleotides are further disclosed. These compositions are useful for treating disorders and conditions that are associated with or influenced by CTGF expression. | 07-11-2013 |
20140187610 | Connective Tissue Growth Factor Antisense Oligonucleotides - The present invention relates to antisense oligonucleotides that target human CTGF mRNA and inhibit CTGF mRNA expression. Additionally, regions of human CTGF mRNA that are exceptionally sensitive to antisense inhibition are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising the antisense oligonucleotides are further disclosed. These compositions are useful for treating disorders and conditions that are associated with or influenced by CTGF expression. | 07-03-2014 |
Todd W. Seeley, San Francisco, CA US
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20100204269 | Compounds and methods for treatment of chemotherapy-induced anemia - The invention relates to methods and compounds for treating chemotherapy-induced anemia. In particular, methods for treating chemotherapy-induced anemia in subjects refractory to treatment with recombinant human erythropoietin are encompassed herein. | 08-12-2010 |
Todd W. Seeley, Moraga, CA US
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20100168152 | Fat regulation - The present invention provides methods and compounds for regulating fat metabolism and achieving fat homeostasis in a subject. Methods and compound for regulating body weight, reducing body fat, and inducing weight loss are also provided, as are methods and compounds for treating or preventing obesity and for preventing or treating conditions associated with altered fat metabolism including, e.g., obesity, diabetes, atherosclerosis, etc. | 07-01-2010 |
20100278941 | Enhanced erythropoiesis and iron metabolism - The present invention relates to methods and compounds for regulating or enhancing erthropoiesis and iron metabolism, and for treating or preventing iron deficiency and anemia of chronic disease. | 11-04-2010 |
20100280044 | Enhanced erythropoiesis and iron metabolism - The present invention relates to methods and compounds for regulating or enhancing erthropoiesis and iron metabolism, and for treating or preventing iron deficiency and anemia of chronic disease. | 11-04-2010 |
20110015223 | Compounds and methods for treatment of cancer-related anemia - The invention relates to methods and compounds for treating anemia of cancer. In particular, methods for treating anemia of cancer in a subject having cancer, and methods for increasing reticulocytes, increasing hemoglobin, increasing hematocrit, and increasing red blood cell count in subjects having anemia of cancer, wherein such subjects are refractory to treatment with recombinant human erythropoietin (EPO) are encompassed herein. | 01-20-2011 |
20110038950 | Enhanced erythropoiesis and iron metabolism - The present invention relates to methods and compounds for regulating or enhancing erythropoiesis and iron metabolism, and for treating or preventing iron deficiency and anemia of chronic disease. | 02-17-2011 |
20110039886 | Enhanced erythropoiesis and iron metabolism - The present invention relates to methods and compounds for regulating or enhancing erthropoiesis and iron metabolism, and for treating or preventing iron deficiency and anemia of chronic disease. | 02-17-2011 |
20150246886 | Enhanced Erythropoiesis and Iron Metabolism - The present invention relates to methods and compounds for regulating or enhancing erythropoiesis and iron metabolism, and for treating or preventing iron deficiency and anemia of chronic disease. | 09-03-2015 |
Tony Seeley, Redmond, WA US
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20130343373 | VOICE-OVER-INTERNET PROTOCOL (VOIP) APPLICATION PLATFORM - A computer-implemented system is provided that facilitates implementation of a voice over IP (VOIP) application. The system includes a host system and a user interface (UI) host process residing on the host system. The system also includes an agent host process residing on the host system which is being configured to process a VOIP call received by one or more VOIP applications executable on the host system. The agent host process running as a foreground or background process for the duration of the VOIP call to (i) communicate with a VOIP server associated with the VOIP application, (ii) capture content from at least one input device associated with the host system and (iii) render content on an output device associated with the host system when an instance of the UI host process operates in the foreground. | 12-26-2013 |
20140002576 | Cross-Process Media Handling in a Voice-Over-Internet Protocol (VOIP) Application Platform | 01-02-2014 |
20160072856 | Cross-Process Media Handling in a Voice-Over-Internet Protocol (VOIP) Application Platform - A computer-implemented system is provided that facilitates implementation of a voice-over-IP (VOIP) application. The system includes a host system and a user interface (UI) host process residing on the host system. The system also includes an agent host process residing on the host system which is being configured to process a VOIP call received by one or more VOIP applications executable on the host system. A moniker protocol is utilized for redirection of input and output between a media element which is utilized to render media on a display on the system. The redirection enables media processing to be allocated between the UI host process in the foreground and the agent host process in the background to thereby reduce latency perceived by a user during a VOIP experience. | 03-10-2016 |
Zachary Seeley, Livermore, CA US
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20130075628 | LUTETIUM OXIDE-BASED TRANSPARENT CERAMIC SCINTILLATORS - In one embodiment, a transparent ceramic of sintered nanoparticles includes gadolinium lutetium oxide doped with europium having a chemical composition (Lu | 03-28-2013 |
Zachary M. Seeley, Pullman, WA US
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20100102464 | TRANSPARENT CERAMICS AND METHODS OF PREPARATION THEREOF - According to one embodiment, a method for forming a transparent ceramic preform includes forming a suspension of oxide particles in a solvent, adding the suspension to a mold of a desired shape, and uniformly curing the suspension in the mold for forming a preform. The suspension includes a dispersant but does not include a gelling agent. In another embodiment, a method includes creating a mixture without a gelling agent, the mixture including: inorganic particles, a solvent, and a dispersant. The inorganic particles have a mean diameter of less than about 2000 nm. The method also includes agitating the mixture, adding the mixture to a mold, and curing the mixture in the mold at a temperature of less than about 80° C. for forming a preform. Other methods for forming a transparent ceramic preform are also described according to several embodiments. | 04-29-2010 |
20110309538 | TRANSPARENT CERAMICS AND METHODS OF PREPARATION THEREOF - A method for forming a transparent ceramic preform in one embodiment includes forming a suspension of oxide particles in a solvent, wherein the suspension includes a dispersant, with the proviso that the suspension does not include a gelling agent; and uniformly curing the suspension for forming a preform of gelled suspension. A method according to another embodiment includes creating a mixture of inorganic particles, a solvent and a dispersant, the inorganic particles having a mean diameter of less than about 2000 nm; agitating the mixture; adding the mixture to a mold; and curing the mixture in the mold for gelling the mixture, with the proviso that no gelling agent is added to the mixture. | 12-22-2011 |
Zachary M. Seeley, Livermore, CA US
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20160071718 | FLUORESCENT LIGHTING WITH ALUMINUM NITRIDE PHOSPHORS - A fluorescent lamp includes a glass envelope; at least two electrodes connected to the glass envelope; mercury vapor and an inert gas within the glass envelope; and a phosphor within the glass envelope, wherein the phosphor blend includes aluminum nitride. The phosphor may be a wurtzite (hexagonal) crystalline structure Al | 03-10-2016 |