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Aaron James Pratt, Cranbourne West AU
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20110250961 | METHOD OF GAMING, A GAMING SYSTEM AND A GAME CONTROLLER - A method of gaming comprising displaying a region comprising a plurality of symbol display positions on an electronic display, each symbol display position occupiable by one symbol at a time and being adjacent to at least one other symbol display position such that any movement of the symbols within the region involves a movement to an adjacent display position; populating at least part of the region by injecting symbols into the region at respective selected entry points of a plurality of possible entry points to the region in a respective direction of entry, each entry point corresponding to one of the symbol display; and evaluating the populated region to determine whether to make an award upon an evaluation condition being met. | 10-13-2011 |
Aaron James Pratt, Cranbourne East AU
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20120178517 | GAMING SYSTEM AND A METHOD OF GAMING - An example gaming system is disclosed that includes a selector arranged to select a plurality of symbols from a set of symbols for display in a plurality of display position groups, with each display position group including a plurality of display positions. The example system includes an outcome evaluator arranged to determine whether the displayed symbols define a special winning symbol combination, the special winning symbol combination including a symbol from each of the display position groups. The example system also includes a prize allocator arranged to allocate a prize when a special winning symbol combination is displayed. The example system is arranged to progressively replace all symbols in each display position group with a replacement symbol corresponding to a symbol of the special winning symbol combination until the displayed symbols define the special winning symbol combination. A corresponding example method is also disclosed. | 07-12-2012 |
Amanda Lynn Pratt, Hartland, WI US
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20140064454 | X-RAY SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH DIGITAL IMAGE ACQUISITION USING A PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - An X-ray imaging system is provided. The X-ray imaging system includes an X-ray radiation source. The X-ray imaging system also includes a source controller coupled to the source and configured to command emission of X-rays for image exposures. The X-ray imaging system further includes a digital X-ray detector configured to acquire X-ray image data without communication from the source controller, wherein the digital X-ray detector includes a photovoltaic device, and the digital X-ray detector is configured to determine one or more of a beginning, end, or duration of an image exposure via the photovoltaic device. | 03-06-2014 |
Andrew Pratt, Brooklyn, NY US
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20130337917 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR WATCHING CONTENT AND PLAYING GAMES ON A MOBILE COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A method and system for watching video and playing games in a mobile communication device are described in which video content is received from a network television channel and, based on the orientation of the mobile communication device and the device type, the video content and/or a game may be displayed. When in a portrait orientation, the operating mode may be such that the video content and/or the game may be displayed. For a tablet device in a portrait orientation, for example, both the video content and the game may be displayed. When the mobile communication device is changed to a landscape orientation, the operating mode may be different and only one of the video content and the game may be displayed based on whether the mobile communication device was rotated clockwise or counter-clockwise. A rewards program may combine the video-watching and game-playing activities of the user. | 12-19-2013 |
Anna Pratt, Wallkill, NY US
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20140242524 | TWO MASK PROCESS FOR ELECTROPLATING METAL EMPLOYING A NEGATIVE ELECTROPHORETIC PHOTORESIST - A negative electrophoretic photoresist is applied over a plurality of protruding disposable template portions on a substrate. A silo structure is placed on planar portions of the negative electrophoretic photoresist that laterally surround the plurality of protruding disposable template portions. The negative electrophoretic photoresist is lithographically exposed employing the silo structure and a first lithographic mask, which includes a transparent substrate with isolated opaque patterns thereupon. After removal of the silo structure, the negative electrophoretic photoresist is lithographically exposed employing a second lithographic mask, which includes a pattern of transparent areas overlying the planar portions of the negative electrophoretic photoresist less the areas for bases of metal structure to be subsequently formed by electroplating. The negative electrophoretic photoresist is developed to form cavities therein, and metal structures are formed by electroplating within the cavities. The negative electrophoretic photoresist and the plurality of protruding disposable template portions can be subsequently removed. | 08-28-2014 |
20150060266 | TWO MASK PROCESS FOR ELECTROPLATING METAL EMPLOYING A NEGATIVE ELECTROPHORETIC PHOTORESIST - A negative electrophoretic photoresist is applied over a plurality of protruding disposable template portions on a substrate. A silo structure is placed on planar portions of the negative electrophoretic photoresist that laterally surround the plurality of protruding disposable template portions. The negative electrophoretic photoresist is lithographically exposed employing the silo structure and a first lithographic mask, which includes a transparent substrate with isolated opaque patterns thereupon. After removal of the silo structure, the negative electrophoretic photoresist is lithographically exposed employing a second lithographic mask, which includes a pattern of transparent areas overlying the planar portions of the negative electrophoretic photoresist less the areas for bases of metal structure to be subsequently formed by electroplating. The negative electrophoretic photoresist is developed to form cavities therein, and metal structures are formed by electroplating within the cavities. The negative electrophoretic photoresist and the plurality of protruding disposable template portions can be subsequently removed. | 03-05-2015 |
Bruce C. Pratt, Bedford, NH US
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20130101294 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SYNCHRONOUS SIGNALING ACROSS MULTIPLE DOWNSTREAM WAVELENGTHS IN A PASSIVE OPTICAL NETWORK | 04-25-2013 |
20140282785 | CATV VIDEO AND DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM WITH DIGITAL INPUT - Improved systems and methods for delivering CATV content over a fiber optic network to a receiver. | 09-18-2014 |
20140282801 | CATV VIDEO AND DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM WITH HYBRID INPUT - Improved systems and methods for delivering CATV content over a fiber optic network from a transmitter. | 09-18-2014 |
20140282802 | CATV VIDEO AND DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC DISPERSION COMPENSATION - Improved systems and methods for delivering CATV content over a fiber optic network from a transmitter by compensating for optical dispersion over the fiber optic network. | 09-18-2014 |
20140282803 | CATV VIDEO AND DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC PARAMETER CONTROL - Improved systems and methods for delivering CATV content over a fiber optic network from a transmitter. The transmitter preferably monitors performance attributes of a transmitted signal and selectively configures the transmitter based on the monitored attributes. | 09-18-2014 |
20140282804 | CATV VIDEO AND DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM WITH RF INPUT - Improved systems and methods for delivering CATV content over a fiber optic network from a transmitter. | 09-18-2014 |
20140282805 | CATV VIDEO AND DATA TRANSMISSION SYSTEM WITH SIGNAL INSERTION - Improved systems and methods for delivering CATV content over a fiber optic network from a transmitter. | 09-18-2014 |
Daniel G. Pratt, Chicago, IL US
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20130270414 | SHOCK MOUNTING APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REDUCING AMOUNT OF SHOCK - A shock mount for a microphone comprises a first frame member having an upper ring-shaped frame member and a lower ring-shaped frame member. The lower frame member has a microphone mount for receiving a microphone. The shock mount also has a second frame member comprising a ring. The first frame member is suspended from the second member by wire rope or other substantially non-elastic flexible material, and the wire rope is configured to help reduce the amount of vibration encountered by the first frame member. A method comprises providing a first frame member and a second frame member and suspending the first frame member from the second frame member by wire rope or other substantially non-elastic flexible material and mounting a microphone on the first frame member to help reduce the amount of vibration encountered by the first frame member and the microphone. | 10-17-2013 |
Darrell David Pratt, Perry, IA US
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20130255846 | Portable Note Collector/Distributor - The primary benefit of the Portable Note Collector/Distributor is its usage simplicity. Only a select number of sticky notes need to be carried eliminating the need for a thick pad of notes. Its very usage promotes focused writing, clear thinking and sticky note management solutions. Further, it provides flexibility (with reference to lifestyle); convenience, durability, tactile experience, high goal setting and collecting/distribution potentials. | 10-03-2013 |
Dewayne Pratt, Littleton, CO US
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20150060060 | Systems and Methods for Optimal Positioning of Drilling Pads - Systems and methods for optimal positioning of drilling pads for horizontal well field development considering the location and spacing of each horizontal well, boundaries and surface/subsurface hazards. | 03-05-2015 |
20150114630 | Systems and Methods for Optimal Spacing of Horizontal Wells - Systems and methods for optimal spacing of horizontal wells that maximizes coverage of a predetermined area within an irregular boundary by the horizontal wells. | 04-30-2015 |
Dominic Pratt, Buttelborn DE
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20110240054 | BLEACHING/HIGHLIGHTING COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibres, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect wherein a water soluble protein selected from water soluble silk protein, water soluble silk protein hydrolysate and their derivatives is added. The object of the present invention is aqueous composition for bleaching hair comprising three parts which are mixed prior to application onto hair and which are a—a substantially anhydrous composition comprising at least one compound with bleaching effect, b—an aqueous composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent, and c—a composition comprising at least one compound selected from water soluble silk protein, water soluble silk protein hydrolysate and of their derivatives. | 10-06-2011 |
20130000056 | COLOURING COMPOSITION FOR KERATIN FIBRES - Present invention relates to a colouring composition for keratin fibres especially for human hair with exceptionally improved colour and shade stability. Accordingly, the first object of the present invention is a colouring composition for keratin fibres especially human hair comprising, in a cosmetically acceptable medium, at least one oxidative dyestuff precursor, 1,3-bis(2,4-diaminophenoxy) propane and/or its respective salts as a coupling agent and at least one direct dye. In an especially preferred from of the present invention the colouring compositions are substantially free from mono cyclic m-phenylenediamine coupling agent. With the term “mono cyclic m-phenylenediamine”, it is meant that the compound comprises only one cyclic group, preferably a benzene ring, in its molecule. | 01-03-2013 |
Dominic Pratt, Buettelborn DE
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20090217466 | DYESTUFFS AND HAIR DYE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention refers to dyestuffs of the general Formula (I) wherein R, X, Y and Z are defined as given in claim | 09-03-2009 |
20090249564 | HAIR DYE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention refers to hair dye compositions comprising one or more dyestuffs of the general formula (I) wherein R, X, Y and Z are defined as given in claim | 10-08-2009 |
20120024309 | Bleaching/Highlighting Composition - The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibres, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect wherein a water soluble protein selected from water soluble silk protein, water soluble silk protein hydrolysate and their derivatives is added. The object of the present invention is aqueous composition for bleaching hair comprising three parts which are mixed prior to application onto hair and which are | 02-02-2012 |
20150020320 | Bleaching/Highlighting Composition Containing Calcium Salts - The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibres, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect and a calcium salt. Further object of the present invention is the use of at least one calcium salt in a bleaching and/or highlighting composition for keratin fibres, especially for human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect for preventing temperature increase going above 40° C., preferably above 45° C. and more preferably above 50° C. in a period of at least 60 min after mixing water free bleaching and/or highlighting composition and oxidizing lotion. | 01-22-2015 |
Dominic Pratt, Darmstadt DE
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20090049622 | HAIR DYE COMPOSITION - Provided is a hair dye composition containing a dissociative direct dye (1): | 02-26-2009 |
20090056038 | HAIR DYE COMPOSITION - A hair dye composition containing an azo dye (1) or a salt thereof, | 03-05-2009 |
Dominic Pratt, Gross-Gerau DE
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20130263878 | OXIDIZING COMPOSITION FOR HAIR - Present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for keratin fibers especially for human hair with improved lightening effect and therefore, improved colouring and bleaching effects are easily achieved of the compositions applied after mixing with the said composition. Present inventors have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent and additionally at least one alkalizing agent, at least one carbonate source and at least one urea derivative delivers an improved and homogeneous lightening performance and leaves hair in an improved cosmetically acceptable conditioned status. | 10-10-2013 |
20130269121 | USE OF DYESTUFFS FOR DYEING KERATIN FIBERS AND COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING THE DYESTUFFS - Present invention relates to the use of a cationic anthrachinone dye for coloring keratin fibers, especially human hair, and compositions comprising the said dyestuffs. The object of the present invention is the use of dyestuff according to general structure | 10-17-2013 |
20130269722 | OXIDIZING COMPOSITION FOR HAIR - Present invention relates to an oxidizing composition for keratin fibers especially for human hair with improved lightening effect and therefore, improved colouring and bleaching effects are easily achieved of the compositions applied after mixing with the said composition. Present inventors have surprisingly found out that a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent and additionally at least one alkalizing agent, at least one carbonate source and at least one urea derivative delivers an improved and homogeneous lightening performance and leaves hair in an improved cosmetically acceptable conditioned status. | 10-17-2013 |
20140335037 | AQUEOUS OXIDIZING COMPOSITION - Present invention relates to an aqueous oxidizing composition comprising at least one oxidizing, at least one alkyl or alkanol amine, urea, at least one carbonate salt and at least one natural triglyceride. Composition comprises furthermore hair dyes. | 11-13-2014 |
Dominic Pratt, Buetteborn DE
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20110052518 | BLEACHING/HIGHLIGHTING COMPOSITION CONTAINING CALCIUM SALTS - The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibres, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect and a calcium salt. Further object of the present invention is the use of at least one calcium salt in a bleaching and/or highlighting composition for keratin fibres, especially for human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect for preventing temperature increase going above 40° C., preferably above 45° C. and more preferably above 50° C. in a period of at least 60 min after mixing water free bleaching and/or highlighting composition and oxidizing lotion. | 03-03-2011 |
Dominik Pratt, Buelltelborn DE
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20120111353 | COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR COLOURING HAIR - A composition and method oxidative colours hair based on at least one oxidative dye precursor and comprises one or more surfactants and has a pH below or equal to 7.0 after mixing with a composition comprising at least one oxidizing agent wherein the composition is applied onto hair as foam from a non-aerosol foamer vessel | 05-10-2012 |
Douglas Charles Pratt, Downingtown, PA US
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20130266135 | System for DNA Identification Hiding Personal Traits - A system for DNA sequence identification hides personal and medical characteristics. A DNA sequencer processes a biological sample to provide genetic data identifying biological sample genetic marker variations of multiple different markers from corresponding reference markers. An encoding processor one way encrypts the genetic data into an encrypted code using an encryption key. A comparator compares the encrypted code with multiple encrypted codes retrieved from storage to identify a match and biological sample source. The multiple encrypted codes are derived by encrypting genetic data of multiple different biological samples using the encryption key and the multiple different biological samples are associated with corresponding identifiers of their respective biological sample sources. | 10-10-2013 |
Duncan Pratt, Albany, NY US
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20130101761 | COMPONENTS WITH LASER CLADDING AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE - A method of manufacture is provided. The manufacturing method includes using an abrasive liquid jet to form one or more grooves in an outer surface of a substrate. Each groove has a base and an opening and extends at least partially along the outer surface of the substrate, where the substrate has an inner surface that defines at least one hollow, interior space. The manufacturing method further includes using a laser cladding process to apply a laser clad material over the opening of the respective groove(s), to at least partially define one or more channels for cooling the component, and disposing a coating over at least a portion of the outer surface of the substrate and over the laser clad material. Other manufacturing methods and a component are also provided. | 04-25-2013 |
Gary L. Pratt, Hartland, WI US
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20130179622 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING DATA USING AN INDUSTRIAL EXPANSION BUS - A system for transmitting and receiving data using an industrial expansion bus connected to a chassis is provided, the industrial expansion bus having a plurality of module slots, the system having a programmable logic controller (PLC) control rack and a PLC remote rack. The PLC control rack has a first embedded central processing unit (CPU), and a first peripheral component interconnect express (PCIe) module adapted to send and receive PCIe compliant signals. The PLC remote rack has a second PCIe module adapted to send and receive PCIe compliant signals, and a second embedded CPU. The first PCIe module and the second PCIe module are communicatively coupled with cable to provide an interface between the first and second CPUs. A method for polling a local peripheral and a distant peripheral is also provided. | 07-11-2013 |
Gary Lawrence Pratt, Hartland, WI US
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20140215096 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR A CONFIGURABLE HARDWARE MODULE - Provided is a programmable logic system for controlling an external device including a first processor and one or more system input/output (I/O) modules coupled to the processor via an interface. The programmable logic system also includes a configurable hardware module coupled to the processor and the I/O modules via the interface. | 07-31-2014 |
Gary Lawrence Pratt, Delafield, WI US
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20140152816 | SYSTEM. APPARATUS, AND METHOD FOR INTERFACING WORKFLOW INSTRUCTIONS - A system, method, and apparatus for interfacing an operating management system with an operator is provided. The system provides a processor configured to execute workflow instructions; and an operator device in communication with the processor. The processor is configured to execute commands which convert the workflow instructions from a text command into an audible command and transmit the audible command to the operator device and the operator device is configured to receive the audible command, and is further configured to transmit an operator response to the processor. | 06-05-2014 |
Gregory Allen Pratt, Tobaccoville, NC US
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20120317870 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR USE IN THE EXTERMINATION OF BED BUG INFESTATIONS - The invention disclosed is a mobile apparatus for use in the extermination of household pests, particularly bed bugs, found upon furniture, furnishings, and personal effects (“infested items”), whereby the infested items may be removed from their usual household environment (i.e., removal of a bed from an infested bedroom, etc.) and placed within the apparatus that then increases the temperature of the infest items to a degree lethal to the respective pest sought to be eradicated. | 12-20-2012 |
Harry Pratt, Albuquerque, NM US
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20150255823 | Synthesis of Electroactive Ionic Liquids for Flow Battery Applications - The present disclosure is directed to synthesizing metal ionic liquids with transition metal coordination cations, where such metal ionic liquids can be used in a flow battery. A cation of a metal ionic liquid includes a transition metal and a ligand coordinated to the transition metal. | 09-10-2015 |
20150280259 | POLYOXOMETALATE ACTIVE CHARGE-TRANSFER MATERIAL FOR MEDIATED REDOX FLOW BATTERY - Redox flow batteries including a half-cell electrode chamber coupled to a current collecting electrode are disclosed herein. In a general embodiment, a separator is coupled to the half-cell electrode chamber. The half-cell electrode chamber comprises a first redox-active mediator and a second redox-active mediator. The first redox-active mediator and the second redox-active mediator are circulated through the half-cell electrode chamber into an external container. The container includes an active charge-transfer material. The active charge-transfer material has a redox potential between a redox potential of the first redox-active mediator and a redox potential of the second redox-active mediator. The active charge-transfer material is a polyoxometalate or derivative thereof. The redox flow battery may be particularly useful in energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources and for providing sustained power to an electrical grid. | 10-01-2015 |
Hillel Pratt, Nofit IL
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20120245474 | SUBJECTIVE SIGNIFICANCE EVALUATION TOOL, BRAIN ACTIVITY BASED - A method and system for determining the subjective state of mind of a human subject presented with a test audible or visual stimulus. An an electroencephalogram (EEG) recording unit is connected to the human subject, recording the subject's EEG when presented with one or more test stimuli. The recorded EEG signal is then transformed to a 3-D map in order to visualize the brain areas that were active when presenting the test stimuli. The given 3-D map of the test stimuli is then compared with reference 3-D maps of neutral and subjectively significant stimuli. | 09-27-2012 |
Jason Pratt, Pensacola, FL US
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20150184147 | STRUCTURED BIOLOGICAL MATERIALS AND RELATED PRODUCTS AND METHODS - The disclosure describes Structured Biological Materials (“SBM”) adapted for use in emulsion-less multiphasic processes. The SBM is a substratum-microbial matrix combination, wherein the microbial matrix houses one or more natural or genetically-engineered microorganisms capable of catalyzing or performing reactions that occur in multiphasic environments. When used in an emulsion-less system, the SBMs should be able to maintain separation of the bulk phases sufficient to maintain the emulsion-less nature of the system. The disclosure also provides methods of using the SBMs, for example in performance of multiphasic reactions, such as emulsion-less biphasic liquid/liquid reactions. This disclosure also provides multiphasic membrane reactors wherein an SBM functions as the membrane, such as emulsion-less biphasic reactors wherein an SBM functions as the biphasic membrane. | 07-02-2015 |
Jason S. Pratt, Denver, CO US
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20140127354 | Method For Preparing A Neutral Malt Base - A method for preparing a neutral alcoholic malt base is disclosed. The method includes the steps of combining malt extract, which can be derived from malted grains containing gluten, or from those that are gluten-free, fermentable sugar in liquid or solid form, and water to form a fermentable medium having a density of greater than 20° Plato, wherein a ratio of the malt extract to the fermentable sugar in the fermentable medium is from 5:95 to 0.1:99.9; and fermenting the fermentable medium with a yeast that can tolerate an alcohol concentration of at least 10% by volume thereby preparing the neutral alcoholic malt base. A flavored malt beverage can include the neutral alcoholic malt base, water, at least one flavoring, a food grade acid, a sweetening agent, and carbon dioxide. | 05-08-2014 |
Jeffrey D. Pratt, Budd Lake, NJ US
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20130276876 | BACKSHEETS FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES USING INFRARED REFLECTIVE PIGMENTS - A multi-layer backsheet for a photovoltaic module comprising a first layer having a reflectance of more than 25% of a light with a wavelength anywhere from about 1000 nm to about 2100 nm, and a reflectance of less than 35% of all light with a wavelength from about 380 nm to about 750 nm; and a second layer having a reflectance of more than 50% of all light with a wavelength from about 380 nm to about 2000 nm. A photovoltaic module comprising the multi-layer backsheet, a method of making the photovoltaic module, and a method of converting sunlight into electricity by exposing the photovoltaic module to sun light. | 10-24-2013 |
Jeremy Pratt, Paris FR
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20110021773 | 6-PYRIMIDINYL-PYRIMID-4-ONE DERIVATIVE - A compound represented by the formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: | 01-27-2011 |
20120252812 | 6-PYRIMIDINYL-PYRIMID-4-ONE DERIVATIVE - A compound represented by the formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: | 10-04-2012 |
John Pratt, Kenosha, WI US
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20140256705 | BROMODOMAIN INHIBITORS - The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I) | 09-11-2014 |
20140256710 | BROMODOMAIN INHIBITORS - The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I) | 09-11-2014 |
20140275026 | DIHYDRO-PYRROLOPYRIDINONE INHIBITORS - The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I) | 09-18-2014 |
20140275079 | PYRROLE AMIDE INHIBITORS - The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I) | 09-18-2014 |
20150150884 | BROMODOMAIN INHIBITORS - The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I) | 06-04-2015 |
John Martin Pratt, Atkinson, NH US
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20150261468 | System and Method for Data Access and Replication in a Distributed Environment Utilizing Data Derived from Data Access within the Distributed Environment - Embodiments of distributed storage systems are disclosed herein. Certain embodiments maintain statistics associated with storage locations within the distributed storage system at servers within the distributed storage systems. The statistics maintained at each server may be particularized to that server with respect to each storage location. These statistics may be utilized to predict access costs associated with requests for data (e.g., read or write requests) within the distributed storage system. The predicted access costs are, in turn, used to select a storage location in servicing the data access requests increasing computer performance and efficiency at least by decreasing access involved with requests for such data. | 09-17-2015 |
Kathleen Pratt, Bethesda, MD US
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20140296105 | Antibody Response Phenotyping - Disclosed herein are methods, systems, mediums, and kits for use in phenotyping antibody responses via devices such as surface plasmon resonance devices. Such phentypes can include total target-specific antibody titers, quantitative isotype distribution of the target-specific antibodies, and/or epitope specificity of the target-specific antibodies. Other methods, systems, mediums, and kits are also disclosed. | 10-02-2014 |
Khara D. Pratt, Redford, MI US
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20130219680 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MEASURING CRIMP QUALITY - A method is provided for evaluating a crimp procedure in a manufacturing process. In one embodiment, the method includes, but is not limited to, completing a crimp procedure on a single wire. The method further includes, but is not limited to, evaluating a quality of the crimp procedure based on time-domain reflectometry. The method still further includes, but is not limited to, generating reporting data based on the evaluating. | 08-29-2013 |
20130221974 | TIME DOMAIN REFLECTOMETRY SYSTEM AND METHOD - Methods and systems are provided for determining conductor abnormalities using time reflectometry. The system includes a database configured to store data regarding an impedance of at least one element of an electric circuit. The system also includes a pulse generator for generating a signal pulse. A transmitter is in communication with the pulse generator for transmitting the signal pulse into the electric circuit. The system further includes a receiver for receiving a reflection of the signal pulse from the electric circuit. A processor in communication with the receiver and the database is configured to determine an abnormal condition based on the received reflection of the signal pulse and the data stored in the database. | 08-29-2013 |
20130221982 | MODULAR WIRING HARNESS TESTING SYSTEMS AND APPARATUS - Modular wiring harness testing systems and apparatus are provided for testing wiring harnesses such as those used in the automotive industry. The testing apparatus is configurable (or re-configurable) to test a plurality of different types of wiring harnesses that have different configurations in terms of the number of wires, number of circuits and/or the number, size or type of connectors. | 08-29-2013 |
20130226393 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DIAGNOSING A VEHICLE - Methods and apparatus are provided for generating a vehicle specific configuration file. The method includes: determining a vehicle identification number; retrieving, based on the vehicle identification number, from at least one data storage device a bus topology, module information, at least one message identification number, and at least one message length; and generating a configuration file based on the vehicle identification number, the bus topology, the module information, the at least one message identification number, and the at least one message length. | 08-29-2013 |
Leonard C. Pratt, Lockport, NY US
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20140359757 | USER AUTHENTICATION BIOMETRICS IN MOBILE DEVICES - An authentication process may involve presenting an image on a display device, such as an icon associated with an application, indicating an area for a user to touch. At least partial fingerprint data may be obtained during one or more finger taps or touches in the area. Based on a comparison of the partial fingerprint data and master fingerprint data of the rightful user, a control system may determine whether to invoke a function. Invoking the function may involve authorizing a commercial transaction or unlocking the display device. In some implementations, determining whether to invoke the function may be based on a level of security. | 12-04-2014 |
Mal Pratt, Queensland AU
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20120197721 | ADVERTISING IN ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS - The method of advertising according to the present disclosure facilitates the delivery of categorized advertisements to recipients of electronic communications such as emails, SMS messages, MMS messages or instant messaging (IM) messages. In one aspect, the method generally comprises the steps of (i) receiving an electronic communication intended for one or more intended recipients, (ii) inserting one or more selectable advertisement categories into the electronic communication to form a modified electronic communication, and (iii) sending the modified electronic communication to the one or more intended recipients. In another aspect of the disclosure, the method of advertising is associated with a prize draw where a sender's entry of the prize draw is made by the sender sending an electronic communication inserted with categorized advertisements. | 08-02-2012 |
Michael Pratt, Draper, UT US
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20120317839 | Rapid-Entry Shoe - A rapid-entry shoe allows the shoe to be rapidly entered and readied for wearing by the user. The shoe may be any of a wide variety of shoe types, including shoes of a wide variety of styles and functions. The rapid entry features of the shoes utilize various movable elements that are attached to a sole portion or other portion of the shoe and allow movement of a portion of the shoe under pressure to allow rapid entry of the user's foot into the shoe. The moveable elements may include flexible elements, elements having constructed to have a memory of a native position, magnetic elements, and/or elastic elements | 12-20-2012 |
Norman Frederick Pratt, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20130106610 | Sentnel Surveillance System With Pre-Alarms To Avert Drowning | 05-02-2013 |
Patrick J. Pratt, Mallow IE
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20090280758 | WIRELESS COMMUNICATION UNIT AND POWER CONTROL SYSTEM THEREOF - A wireless communication unit comprises a transmitter having an analogue feedback power control loop having a power control function arranged to set an output power level of the transmitter. The power control function comprises a predictor sub-system arranged to reduce sensitivity to loop latency of the analogue feedback power control loop. | 11-12-2009 |
20100009642 | POWER CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION UNIT - A wireless communication unit comprises a transmitter having an analogue feedback power control loop with an input and a power amplifier having a power amplifier output, where the analogue feedback power control loop is arranged to feedback a signal to the input to set an output power level of the transmitter. The wireless communication unit further comprises an outer digital loop operably coupled from the power amplifier output to the transmitter. | 01-14-2010 |
20100144301 | LOW IF RADIO RECEIVER - A slot-based low Intermediate Frequency (‘IF’) radio receiver comprises an IF local oscillator ( | 06-10-2010 |
20110182335 | CALIBRATION SIGNAL GENERATOR - A calibration signal generator for use in a balancing circuit calibration device in a radio receiver, the calibration signal generator comprising: a means of amplifying a clocking signal from a clocking signal generator to provide a first calibration signal; a means of generating a second calibration signal from the clocking signal, the first and second calibration signals being transmissible to a one or more mixing circuits in the balancing circuit calibration device; and a means synchronising the operation of other circuit elements in the balancing circuit calibration device with the clocking signal; characterised in that the clocking signal generator is present in the radio receiver and used therein for other functions. | 07-28-2011 |
Patrick Joseph Pratt, Mallow IE
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20150061769 | CLOSED LOOP CONTROL SYSTEM, AND AN AMPLIFIER IN COMBINATION WITH SUCH A CLOSED LOOP CONTROL SYSTEM - A control apparatus is provided that can provide high dynamic resolution and is suitable for inclusion within an integrated circuit. The control apparatus receives a demand signal representing a desired value of a measurand, and a feedback signal representing a present value or a recently acquired value of the measurand. The processing circuit forms a further signal a further signal which is a function of the demand and feedback signals. The further signal is then subjected to at least an integrating function. The demand signal, feedback signal or the further signal is processed or acquired in a sampled manner. The use of such sampled, i.e. discontinuous, processing allows integration time constants to be synthesized which would otherwise require the use of unfeasibly large components within an integrated circuit, or the use of off-chop components. Both of these other options are expensive. | 03-05-2015 |
20150288399 | Unwanted Component Reduction System - A system is described for forming an estimate of an unwanted signal component that may be formed as a result of non-linearities in a system. The estimate is used to form a cancellation signal which is added to an input signal to reduce the influence of the unwanted component. | 10-08-2015 |
20150289154 | DOMINANT SIGNAL DETECTION METHOD AND APPARATUS - A single complex calculation for locating a dominant frequency, such as an interfering signal in a frequency range, is replaced by several much easier ones. A signal is analyzed over a first frequency range to locate at least one comparatively significant frequency component therein. This can involve analyzing, using electronic hardware, a test range of frequencies to identify a potentially significant component within the test range; and determining, using electronic hardware, if a condition for finishing the analysis has been met. If the condition has not been met, the test range is modified as a result of the analysis and the operations of analyzing and determining are repeated. | 10-08-2015 |
Paul Pratt, Lone Rock, WI US
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20140057183 | Voltage And Reduced Polarization Within Mercury Free Zinc Air Cells - The present disclosure is directed to a zinc air cell with improved voltage and reduced polarization. The combination of an anode corrosion inhibitor with a surfactant system yields enhanced cell voltage and capacity for the cell that are above the individual contributions of the corrosion inhibitor and the surfactant system. | 02-27-2014 |
Phillip Roger Pratt, Gilbert, AZ US
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20150041589 | AIRCRAFT SIDE OF BODY JOINT - An aircraft includes a wing and a wing box. The wing is joined to the wing box at a side of body joint. The wing and the wing box each includes lower skin and a plurality of stringers on the skin. Ends of at least some of the stringers at the side of body joint have a web cutout and a base that is spanwise tapered to a knife edge at the skin. | 02-12-2015 |
Richard Pratt, Mt. Vernon, IA US
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20140230510 | METHODS OF MAINTAINING AND USING A HIGH CONCENTRATION OF DISSOLVED COPPER ON THE SURFACE OF A USEFUL ARTICLE - A method for maintaining and using a high concentration of dissolved copper on a surface of a useful article by providing a copper surface without coatings thereon, which increase the wetting angle and which isolate the copper surface and which has a surface roughness between 2 and 50 micro inches Ra, so as to kill microbes thereon. | 08-21-2014 |
Robert William Pratt, Niskayuna, NY US
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20140297997 | AUTOMATED COOPERATIVE CONCURRENCY WITH MINIMAL SYNTAX - Various embodiments are generally directed to techniques for reducing syntax requirements in application code to cause concurrent execution of multiple iterations of at least a portion of a loop thereof to reduce overall execution time in solving a large scale problem. At least one non-transitory machine-readable storage medium includes instructions that when executed by a computing device, cause the computing device to parse an application code to identify a loop instruction indicative of an instruction block that includes instructions that define a loop of which multiple iterations are capable of concurrent execution, the instructions including at least one call instruction to an executable routine capable of concurrent execution; and insert at least one coordinating instruction into an instruction sub-block of the instruction block to cause sequential execution of instructions of the instruction sub-block across the multiple iterations based on identification of the loop instruction. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 10-02-2014 |
Ronald Pratt, Erlanger, KY US
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20140107473 | Laser Guidance System for Interventions - An instrument guide apparatus for use with a surgical or other guided intervention of a patient utilizing a guided instrument is disclosed. The instrument guide apparatus includes at least two line lasers mounted above the patient and generating intersecting planar laser lines along an instrument axis of entry in three-dimensional space above the patient. In an embodiment, the instrument axis of entry in three dimensional space above the patient is received from an imaging apparatus imaging the patient's body at least along a portion of the instrument's axis of entry into the patient. In an embodiment, the instrument axis of entry in three-dimensional space above the patient is a line-of-site for a camera mounted above the patient and controlled by the imaging apparatus. | 04-17-2014 |
20140354279 | Faraday Cage For MR Imaging With Accessory Equipment - A Faraday cage assembly for use with a Magnetic Resonance (MR) Imaging scanner is deployed inside the MR scanner room. The Faraday cage assembly is configured to accept accessory medical equipment which is desired to be attached to the patient during scanning. Accessory medical equipment can include patient monitoring systems, injector pumps, and intravenous (IV) poles with infusion pumps. Once the accessory medical equipment is placed inside the Faraday cage, radiofrequency (RF) interference emitted by the accessory medical equipment is contained within the cage and cannot significantly degrade MR image quality. The cage may permit non-MR compatible accessory equipment such as infusion pumps to be used without modification or reconfiguration during MR scanning. | 12-04-2014 |
Ross G. Pratt, Waiwera NZ
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20090108814 | Battery Switch Sensor - The invention relates to a battery switch for use in a multi-battery vehicle to selectively connect or isolate batteries from each other. It includes a detector to monitor the voltage of at least a first battery to detect consistently present transient voltages and on detection of such voltages to connect or maintain connected the battery to at least a second battery. The detector monitors the continuance of transient voltages and additionally monitors the voltage of at least the first and second battery, and isolates the batteries from each other where the voltage of either battery falls below a specified voltage despite the detection of transient voltages at the first battery. The invention also relates to a method of initiating the interconnection or disconnection of at least two batteries on a single vehicle, and to a method of detecting the existence of a charging supply on a supply line to an open battery isolating switch. | 04-30-2009 |
Ross Gregory Pratt, Hibiscus Coast NZ
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20150232152 | Cleat - A cleat comprises an accessories mount having an accessories receiving recess, and a cleat body having a fitting recess complimentary to the accessories receiving recess. The cleat is formed such that the accessories receiving recess can be located within the cleat body's fitting recess to present the accessories receiving recess for receiving and supporting a vehicle accessory. | 08-20-2015 |
Scott Pratt, Boulder, CO US
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20140256756 | PIPERIDINYL-SUBSTITUTED LACTAMS AS GPR119 MODULATORS - Compounds of Formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof in which X | 09-11-2014 |
Spencer Pratt, Cary, NC US
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20150102729 | SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING ONE OR MORE LIGHTS - Systems, devices and methods for controlling one or more lights are disclosed. In some aspects, systems for controlling one or more lights can include an interface and a remote sensing device that is separate from and is in electrical communication with the interface. The remote sensing device can additionally include at least one sensor, for example an ambient light sensor. Each of the remote sensing device and the interface can be configured to attach to support structures via retaining features. In one aspect, the remote sensing device can include a first and a second retaining member that rotatably thread onto a main body of the sensing device and adjust according to the thickness and structure of the support structure. In another aspect, the interface can include a retention feature utilizing flexible tabs with integrated detents to accommodate variable sizes of openings of the support structure. | 04-16-2015 |
Spencer Scott Pratt, Cary, NC US
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20130265750 | LIGHTING DEVICE AND METHOD OF INSTALLING LIGHT EMITTER - A lighting device configured to be held relative to a space extending from an opening in a first surface. A distance between first and second emitters and/or a dimension of a lens is/are larger than a largest dimension of the opening and/or a largest dimension of a power supply. Also, a bracket comprising a body member and at least two mounting clips, the body member configured to be attached to a lighting device, each mounting clip pivotable about respective pivot axes at least from a first position, where a first end region of the clip does not extend farther from an axis of the body member than all portions of the body member, to a second position, where the first end region of the clip extends farther from the axis of the body member than all portions of the body member. Also, a lighting device comprising a removable bracket. | 10-10-2013 |
20140001952 | REMOVABLE MODULE FOR A LIGHTING FIXTURE | 01-02-2014 |
20150138784 | SENSOR MODULE FOR A LIGHTING FIXTURE - A sensor module is integrated into a lighting fixture. The sensor module includes one or more environmental sensors and can be readily installed in or removed from the lighting fixture. In one embodiment, a heatsink of the lighting fixture is configured to receive the sensor module. Readings from the environmental sensors may be passed to control electronics associated with the lighting fixture and used to control the light output of the lighting fixture. The readings may also be passed on to other lighting fixtures, which may also use the readings to control their light output. | 05-21-2015 |
20150216017 | SENSOR MODULE FOR A LIGHTING FIXTURE - A sensor module is integrated into a lighting fixture. The sensor module includes one or more environmental sensors and can be readily installed in or removed from the lighting fixture. In one embodiment, a heatsink of the lighting fixture is configured to receive the sensor module. Readings from the environmental sensors may be passed to control electronics associated with the lighting fixture and used to control the light output of the lighting fixture. The readings may also be passed on to other lighting fixtures, which may also use the readings to control their light output. | 07-30-2015 |
S. Scott Pratt, Cary, NC US
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20130176716 | MOUNTING SYSTEM FOR RETROFIT LIGHT INSTALLATION INTO EXISTING LIGHT FIXTURES - Lighting retrofit systems and methods are disclosed that can be used with different light fixtures, but that are particularly adapted for use with retrofitting troffer-style fixtures with LED based light engines. The retrofit systems being assembled without disturbing the lighting or troffer pan or housing (“troffer pan”) for the lighting system being retrofitted. Some of these embodiments can comprise a mounting fixture or frame that can be mounted in an opening in a ceiling grid, and held in place between the grid and the troffer pan edge. The fixture or frame can comprise an opening for a light engine, with the engine being quickly and easily connected to electrical power in the troffer pan and then mountable within the frame opening. These embodiments can allow for the quick and easy construction of the retrofit system without the need for adhesives and fasteners such brackets and screws. | 07-11-2013 |
20140355302 | Outdoor and/or Enclosed Structure LED Luminaire for General Illumination Applications, Such as Parking Lots and Structures - A luminaire for use in lighting a large open space such as a parking lot or deck of a parking garage includes a plurality of optical waveguides disposed in side-by-side relationship and together defining a closed path and at least one LED associated with each optical waveguide and disposed at a first end of the associated optical waveguide. | 12-04-2014 |
20150109820 | Outdoor and/or Enclosed Structure LED Luminaire - A luminaire for use in lighting a large open space such as a parking lot or deck of a parking garage includes a plurality of optical waveguides disposed in side-by-side relationship and together defining a closed path and at least one LED associated with each optical waveguide and disposed at a first end of the associated optical waveguide. | 04-23-2015 |
20150198760 | Outdoor and/or Enclosed Structure LED Luminaire - A luminaire for use in lighting a large open space such as a parking lot or deck of a parking garage includes a plurality of optical waveguides disposed in side-by-side relationship and together defining a closed path and at least one LED associated with each optical waveguide and disposed at a first end of the associated optical waveguide. | 07-16-2015 |
20150276125 | FRAME AND LENS UPGRADE KITS FOR LIGHTING FIXTURES - Frame and lens upgrade kits for lighting fixtures. A frame bracket defines the frame area, which can be rectangular, for example. A lens frame fits just inside the frame bracket with the lens frame being releasably attached thereto. The frame bracket can be constructed from collapsible frame bracket subassemblies. For example, a rectangular frame bracket may be assembled from first and second collapsible frame bracket subassemblies that fan out and lock together to create a rigid frame bracket. The subassemblies each comprise elongated side and edge brackets that are fastened together such that they can pivot about one another. In some embodiments, one side of the lens frame is attached to a corresponding side of the frame bracket with a rotatable clip that allows the lens frame to swing such that its other side can attach to the bracket frame with an attachment latch, which can be magnetic, for example. | 10-01-2015 |
Stephanie Pratt, Springfield, VA US
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20130124076 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO REACT TO ENVIRONMENTAL INPUT - Computer implemented systems and methods of communicating a system reaction to environmental input comprising receiving environmental input, determining a hazard state and a user state from the environmental input, determining a system reaction from the hazard state and the user state and communicating the system reaction to a user interface. In some embodiments, the system reaction comprises a system reaction level and in some embodiments the system reaction level corresponds to a stage of automation. In some embodiments, the user interface is a multimodal interface and in some embodiments the user interface is a haptic interface. | 05-16-2013 |
Stephen M. Pratt, Wellington NZ
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20100169225 | "SYSTEM FOR OUTSOURCING TECHNOLOGY SERVICES" - A system for contracting for the provision of outsourced technology services, includes a database of services and corresponding practices for performing at least some of the services. A module is provided which enable selection of services required by a client from the database and assignment of parties responsible for delivering the selected services. A further module is arranged to prepare a contract schedule in accordance with the selected services and responsible parties. The system may also enable definition of environments of the client and metrics governing the services required by the client. | 07-01-2010 |
20100169226 | METHOD FOR FACILITATING THE OUTSOURCING OF TECHNOLOGY SERVICES - The invention relates to an improved method of developing and monitoring performance of a technology outsourcing agreement. The invention provides a computer-implemented method of outsourcing technology services to a client where a client has a number of environments in which technology services are required. The method includes selecting the services which are required by the client and displaying a table where each intersection in the table is associated with a service and an environment. In each intersection is an indication of a supplier responsible for the associated service in the associated environment. Each intersection may also be associated with free-form textual information relating to the associated service in the associated environment. | 07-01-2010 |
20100235287 | METHOD FOR OUTSOURCING TECHNOLOGY SERVICES - A method of outsourcing technology. Metrics are determined to govern services by agreement between a client and an outsourcer. Services required by the client are selected from a fixed list of services and a quality for the selected service is determined, the selection and the quality being dependent on the metrics. The services within the fixed list of services are organised within groups and at least one service corresponds to a predetermined practice. An agreement is generated for the provision of each selected service, and the provision of each selected service is allocated to an appropriate technology service provider. Each technology service provider provides its allocated service according to the quality required and according to the corresponding practice. The services provided in conjunction are monitored and the quality of the services is adjusted or additional services are added from the list in response to the outcome of the monitoring. | 09-16-2010 |
Stephen M. Pratt, Palmer Head NZ
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20090265208 | METHOD FOR OUTSOURCING TECHNOLOGY BASED SERVICES - A computer implemented method of defining the outsourcing of technology based services, the method including the steps of: defining a plurality of technology based services that are to be provided by one or more service providers to a customer; defining a plurality of activities associated with the services; displaying the services and activities on a graphical user interface; detecting a selection of one of the activities; and displaying further information on the interface based on the selected activity, wherein the further information provides a guide on how to define the outsourcing of the selected activity. | 10-22-2009 |
Steve Pratt, St. Louis Park, MN US
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20140118181 | TCAS BEARING ESTIMATION WITH REDUCED ANTENNA ELEMENTS - Systems and methods for calculating coherent bearing that allow one to reduce the number of TCAS antenna elements. In one embodiment, the bearing calculation takes into account signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) difference experienced from top and bottom antennas mounted on a vehicle. | 05-01-2014 |
Steven Pratt, Cleveland, Queensland AU
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20150291768 | METHOD OF PRODUCING POLYHYDROXYALKANOATE COMPOUNDED PLASTICS HAVING IMPROVED MECHANICAL PROPERTIES - A method of enhancing mechanical properties of compounds formed with polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) recovered by biomass where the biomass comprises PHA and non-PHA materials. The method includes dissolving the PHA and non-PHA materials in a solution and separating the PHA and non-PHA materials from the solution. Further, the method includes compounding the separated PHA material and at least some of the separated non-PHA material into a compounded plastic having improved mechanical properties. | 10-15-2015 |
Steven Pratt, Owego, NY US
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20140232596 | ANTENNA ARRAY CALIBRATION - An apparatus for performing calibration of an antenna array having a plurality of antennas including at least a first antenna and a second antenna. The apparatus includes a global navigation satellite system receiver configured to measure a first phase of a first signal received by the first antenna from a satellite and a second phase of a second signal received by the second antenna from the satellite. The apparatus also includes at least one processor configured to receive the first phase and the second phase from the global navigation satellite system receiver and to operate in a calibration mode to determine a difference between the first and second phases. | 08-21-2014 |
Susan Elizabeth Pratt, Zionsville, IN US
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20140302174 | Combination Therapy for Ovarian Cancer - The present invention provides a method of treating ovarian cancer in a mammal in need of such treatment comprising administering an effective amount of a combination of gemcitabine, cisplatin or carboplatin, and 5-[2-tert-butyl-5-(4-fluoro-phenyl)-1H-imidazol-4-yl]-3-(2,2-dimethyl-propyl)-3H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-ylamine. | 10-09-2014 |
Susan Michelle Pratt, Caherconlish IE
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20120249461 | DEDICATED USER INTERFACE CONTROLLER FOR FEEDBACK RESPONSES - Embodiments of the present invention provide a user interface processing system for a device that may include at least one sensor, at least one output device, and a controller. The controller may include a memory, which may store instructional information, and a processor. The processor may be configured to receive sensor data from the at least one sensor and to interpret sensor data according to the instructional information. The processor may also generate a user interface feedback command and transmit the command to the at least one output device. Furthermore, the processor may report the sensor data to a host system of the device. By processing the sensor data and generating a corresponding feedback response, for example a haptic response, without the need for host system processing, the user interface controller may decrease latency in providing the feedback response to the user. | 10-04-2012 |
20120249462 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR HAPTIC VIBRATION RESPONSE PROFILING AND FEEDBACK - Embodiments of the present invention may provide a device to adaptively generate a haptic effect. The device may include a controller to generate a haptic command associated with a haptic profile and a haptic driver to generate a drive signal based on the haptic command, wherein the drive signal causes an actuator to produce vibrations corresponding to a haptic effect. Further, the device may include a sensor, coupled mechanically to the actuator, to measure at least one property of the vibrations. The controller may adjust the haptic command according to the measured at least one property. Therefore, the device may continuously tune haptic effect generation according to vibration measurements. | 10-04-2012 |
20120249474 | PROXIMITY AND FORCE DETECTION FOR HAPTIC EFFECT GENERATION - The present invention may provide a device including a haptic driver to drive a coupled actuator causing the actuator to generate a vibratory haptic effect. A touch screen may display a user interface and may include a sensor to detect user interaction with the touch screen within a predetermined range above the touch screen. A controller may calculate a proximity event based on the detected user interaction above the touch screen, and to control haptic driver operations according to the proximity event. | 10-04-2012 |
Thomas G. Pratt, Niles, MI US
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20130332115 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC SIGNAL POLARIMETRY SENSING - A system and method of identifying changes utilizing radio frequency polarization includes receiving a reflected and/or transmitted polarized radio frequency signal at a receiver, filtering, amplifying and conditioning the received signal, converting the received signal from an analog format to a digital format, processing the digital signal to elicit a polarization mode dispersion feature of the received signal, and comparing the polarization mode dispersion features to a known calibration to detect a change in a characteristic of the target object. | 12-12-2013 |